The Walk: A Devotional Podcast from Worship Leader Magazine

• Jamie MacDonald: How God Used Grief to Give Me My Voice Back

  Jamie MacDonald: How God Used Grief to Give Me My Voice Back In this raw and hope-filled episode of The Walk, breakout artist Jamie MacDonald shares how God met her in the depths of loss to restore her voice—both literally and spiritually. From being silenced as a child to standing on the K-LOVE Fan Awards stage, Jamie reflects on the years of hidden healing, background vocals, and divine timing that led to her debut single, Desperate. Whether you're walking through grief, rediscovering your calling, or learning to worship in weakness, Jamie’s story will remind you that God often uses our deepest valleys to bring forth our most powerful songs. 👤 Who Is Jamie MacDonald? Jamie MacDonald is one of Christian music’s most authentic emerging voices. Her single Desperate spent seven weeks at #1, and her recent collaboration with Lauren Daigle continues to impact listeners globally. Before launching her solo career, Jamie spent years writing, touring, and singing background vocals—until God called her out of the shadows and into the spotlight, through a season of caregiving, reconciliation, and raw surrender. ✨ Episode Highlights Why Jamie laid music down for seven years—and how grief called her back The day Lauren Daigle texted her out of the blue Singing for inmates—and how prison ministry unlocked her voice What happens when worship comes from weakness, not perfection The promise God gave her: “These songs will heal you first” 💬 One Powerful Quote “I stepped into the spotlight at the weakest point of my life—and that’s exactly where God showed up.” 🔗 Helpful Links Listen to Jamie's music: Jamie MacDonald on Spotify Watch the new version of Desperate with Lauren Daigle Read more artist stories and worship devotionals: worshipleader.com Follow the podcast feed: All Episodes of The Walk 🙌 What Is 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.

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• Paul & Hannah McClure: Finding God’s Presence in Fear and Family

  Finding God’s Presence in Fear and FamilyIn this moving episode of The Walk, Bethel Music worship leaders Paul and Hannah McClure share their journey of faith, worship, and family. From their roots as teenage worship leaders in North Carolina to writing anthems like I Belong to Jesus and Even Though I Walk, the McClures open their hearts about walking through miscarriage, confronting fear, and finding God’s presence in every season. They remind us that worship isn’t about performing for others but about returning to our first love—and that the truest songs often come from our hardest valleys. Episode Highlights Worship as a weapon against fear and anxiety The story behind I Belong to Jesus and Even Though I Walk Balancing family life with ministry and touring The power of excellence and anointing in worship Why identity must be rooted in Christ, not the stage Helpful Links Paul & Hannah McClure on Instagram Bethel Music Worship Leader Magazine Podcasts What Is 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.

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• The Archers on Jesus Music, Worship Legacy, and Songs That Still Change Lives

  In this unforgettable episode of The Walk, legendary sibling trio The Archers—Tim and Stephen—sit down to reflect on their 50-year journey through ministry, music, and the message of Jesus. From the Jesus Music movement to Grammy stages, and now to a brand-new live album, Legacy Live, the Archers remind us why truth-filled songs still matter. Whether you're a worship leader, an artist, or a listener who grew up singing “Fresh Surrender,” this conversation will stir your soul and reignite your love for music that preaches the gospel. Who Are The Archers? The Archers helped pioneer the sound of contemporary Christian music, blending gospel roots with pop, soul, and R&B. Known for powerful harmonies and songs like It Wouldn’t Be Enough, Make Me an Instrument, and Jesus Is the Answer (gifted to them by Andre Crouch), their legacy spans stages like the Grammys, the White House, and sold-out arenas—and now, into the next generation through their children and grandchildren in worship ministry. Episode Highlights The heart behind their new album, Legacy Live How Andre Crouch gave them Jesus Is the Answer—and finished the second verse on the spot Turning down Hollywood to stay true to their calling What they’re seeing and loving in today’s worship music scene Why legacy means more when your grandkids become worship leaders One Powerful Quote “If you want a promoter, stay close to the Lord. The Holy Spirit is the best promoter there is.” – Tim Archer Helpful Links Listen to Legacy Live: thearcherslegacylive.com Read more devotionals and artist stories: worshipleader.com Follow the podcast feed: All Episodes of The Walk What Is 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.

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• The Walk Ep. 140 – Healing Frequencies, Holy Spirit Worship, and 444 Hertz with Dr. Laura Sanger

  In this powerful follow-up episode, Dr. Laura Sanger returns to explore the healing power of 444 Hertz and how sound frequencies affect our spiritual and physical health. A clinical psychologist and prophetic teacher, Dr. Sanger explains how tuning to heaven’s frequency can reduce stress, promote DNA healing, and release the presence of God through worship. Whether you're a worship leader, creative, or simply hungry for deeper spiritual clarity, this conversation will help you align your sound, your heart, and your healing with heaven. 🎧 Listen now and discover how to tune your worship to the Spirit of God. 🔑 Topics Covered: Why 444 Hz is called the "miracle tone" How sound impacts our DNA and hormones The danger of formulas in healing How worship becomes warfare through alignment 📘 Visit Dr. Laura Sanger’s website🌐 Explore more at WorshipLeader.com 🙏 Thanks to our sponsor! This episode of The Walk is brought to you by Planning Center—a powerful suite of software tools to help churches schedule teams, plan services, and stay organized in ministry. Learn more at planningcenter.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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• How Heaven’s Music Shapes Earth: Dr. Laura Sanger on Worship and Warfare

  🎧 The Walk Ep. 139 Worship, Sound Frequencies, and Spiritual Warfare with Dr. Laura Sanger In this eye-opening episode of The Walk, Dr. Laura Sanger—clinical psychologist, theologian, and author—joins us to explore how worship, frequencies, and spiritual warfare are deeply intertwined. From the origins of music in heaven to the weaponization of sound in culture, Dr. Sanger challenges worship leaders to release pure, unmixed worship that partners with heaven. Whether you're new to 444 Hz tuning or seeking deliverance from harmful sound environments, this conversation offers deep spiritual insight, practical application, and hope for healing. 👤 About Dr. Laura Sanger Dr. Laura Sanger is the author of The Roots of the Federal Reserve and Generation Hoodwinked, host of No Longer Enslaved Ministries, and a speaker on spiritual warfare, healing, and prophetic discernment. She equips the Body of Christ to break free from deception and walk in wholeness. 📘 NoLongerEnslaved.com🎧 Books on Audible📺 YouTube: No Longer Enslaved📱 Instagram: @laurasanger_444hertz 🔑 Episode Highlights The heavenly origin of music—and how Lucifer defiled it How 440 Hz became the global standard (hint: Nazi propaganda) What makes 444 Hz “heaven’s frequency” Why unmixed worship is a weapon of spiritual warfare How to spiritually and physically detox from harmful frequencies 🗣️ Quote of the Episode “When we release unmixed worship, we release the sound of heaven.” —Dr. Laura Sanger 🔗 Helpful Links 🌐 WorshipLeader.com 🎧 The Walk Podcast Feed 📘 Dr. Laura Sanger’s Website 💡 What Is Planning Center? Planning Center is a powerful suite of software tools that helps churches plan services, schedule volunteers, manage giving, and more. Trusted by worship leaders worldwide to keep ministry 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.

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