The Walk: A Devotional Podcast from Worship Leader Magazine

This week on The Walk, worship leader and Christian artist Magen Thurman shares a powerful and deeply personal testimony of surrender, identity, and rediscovering the voice of God in the wilderness. After years of leading worship and raising a family, Magen stepped away from recording—only to be called back in 2025 with a renewed fire and a deeper understanding of what it truly means to walk with Jesus. Through heartbreak, spiritual warfare, and wilderness seasons, she learned to worship not from the stage, but from the floor of her living room. 🎙️ In This Episode: Why surrendering her dream opened the door to her true calling How God spoke through literal dreams after her ministry collapsed What the wilderness teaches us about identity, trust, and timing The story behind her song Walk With Jesus Seeing the Father's love more clearly through raising children “God didn’t bring me into the wilderness to punish me. He brought me there to get Egypt out of me.” – Magen Thurman 🔗 Helpful Links: Follow Magen Thurman on Instagram Listen to her music on Spotify This episode is sponsored by Planning Center — the all-in-one platform to help you schedule teams, plan services, and keep your worship ministry organized.Start your free trial at planningcenter.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Kurtis Parks has lived a remarkable worship journey—spanning rock bands, publishing deals, pastoral ministry, and now serving as a worship pastor in Richmond, VA. A former American Idol contestant and songwriter of over 1,200 songs, Kurtis shares his deeply personal transformation from chasing fame to fully surrendering his life to Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit. In this testimony-rich episode, Kurtis walks through decades of spiritual highs and valleys, ultimately revealing the moment a small group question redirected his destiny. Episode Highlights: From American Idol to a Holy Spirit-filled worship life The turning point that redefined Kurtis’s purpose How spiritual disciplines anchor his leadership What the Psalms teach us about authentic worship Leading worship vs. pastoring people: knowing the difference “You have to stop coming to God as a lead pastor—and start coming to Him as a son.” Helpful Links: Destination Church (Kurtis's current church) Bridges Nashville (Church he helped plant) Book Mentioned: Good Morning Holy Spirit – Benny Hinn Book Mentioned: The Pursuit of God – A.W. Tozer SPONSOR Planning CenterEasily organize your services and schedule your teams with Planning Center Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Join us for a moving conversation with worship leader and songwriter Jenn Chenoweth as she shares her journey from childhood ministry roots to battling chronic pain, and how it all shaped her voice, heart, and theology of worship. A Southeastern University alum and respected leader, Jenn brings honesty, depth, and grace to everything she touches—including her new worship project Out to Get Me. In this episode: How early experiences shaped Jenn’s passion for worship The pain and purpose behind her vocal injury and recovery Embracing your voice when it doesn’t match your personality Why worship leaders must learn to rest—and how that itself is worship The story behind her new project and the surprising meaning of “Out to Get Me” Sponsored by Planning Center: Worship is about more than music—it’s about ministry. Planning Center is here to help you plan and resource your services with ease so your team can focus on what matters most. Explore Planning Center Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this powerful episode of The Walk, Clark Beckham shares how his journey from American Idol finalist to soul-stirring singer-songwriter has been shaped by faith, marriage, and the tension between performance and worship. From discovering his vocal identity post-puberty to leading with spiritual integrity in mainstream music, Clark reveals why surrender—not skill—is the true key to transformation. Whether you're a worship leader, singer, or just someone learning to trust God’s voice over your own, this episode will leave you deeply moved and freshly inspired. Who is Clark Beckham?Clark Beckham is a Grammy-nominated artist who rose to national fame as the runner-up on American Idol. Known for his soulful tone, technical brilliance, and heartfelt lyrics, Clark blends gospel, R&B, and jazz with a convictional call to holiness. He's performed with the Nashville Symphony, opened for artists like Jon Bellion, and is now signed with Nashville Christian Songwriters. ✨ EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS How technique and surrender work together in worship The moment a vocal breakthrough changed everything at age 16 Why marriage shapes every musical decision he makes His deep convictions about singing “through redeemed eyes” The surprising way he warms up before a performance “If I’m singing about heartbreak, I want someone to check on me after the set. That’s the goal.” —Clark Beckham 🔗 HELPFUL LINKS Clark Beckham Website WorshipLeader.com Listen to More Episodes 🎙 PLANNING CENTER BLURB Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this unforgettable episode of The Walk, Lecrae shares the powerful story behind his latest album, Reconstruction, and the spiritual overhaul that brought it to life. From religious trauma in his upbringing to near-death experiences that led him back to Christ, Lecrae opens up about the cost of being a cultural bridge between faith and the world. Whether you're a worship leader, artist, or anyone caught between church culture and real-world struggle, Lecrae's journey will inspire you to let go of performative faith and embrace a deeper identity rooted in Christ. Who is Lecrae? Lecrae is a four-time Grammy-winning artist, New York Times bestselling author, actor, activist, and founder of Reach Records. Known for pushing boundaries in Christian hip-hop, he uses his platform to address faith, justice, identity, and transformation. Episode Highlights Why Lecrae had to deconstruct cultural Christianity to rebuild biblical faith The healing power behind the song "Holidays" with John Bellion How Lecrae creates safe spaces for artists like T.I. and Madison Ryann Ward to wrestle with faith What it cost him to step outside the church bubble and reach culture The spiritual weight and responsibility of doing prison ministry after release Helpful Links Lecrae – Official Site Stream Reconstruction on Reach Records WorshipLeader.com The Walk Podcast Feed Sponsored by Planning Center Planning Center is a powerful suite of software tools built to help churches plan services, schedule volunteers, manage giving, and foster community. Whether you're a small team or a large ministry, Planning Center helps worship leaders stay organized and focused on what matters most—people and presence. planningcenter.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.