Release the Sound — A Podcast on Prophetic Worship

Building a Thriving Worship Community with Tim Koh

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Today worship teams face all kinds of different challenges; Technical constraints, managing volunteer logistics, avoiding burnout, and the list goes on. Tim Koh and I dive into the joys and challenges of cultivating a thriving worship ministry. We discuss how to foster authentic relationships, empower each team member, and encounter God's presence in the midst of imperfect circumstances.
 
Tim Koh is the worship pastor at a local church plant in the Eastern Suburbs of in Melbourne, Australia. Tim has been in various leadership roles across the years in local churches and leads a creative team amidst a lot of constraints like not having their own building or fixed sound equipment, not being able to soundcheck properly due to sound level requirements in the area, and everyone on team, including himself as a volunteer. He works full time in a corporate high-pressure role, has two beautiful children Tobias and Evangeline, and is married to Vera.
 
Here’s What We Discussed:
 
00:00 - Introducing Tim Koh
07:45 - Striving for excellence over perfection in worship
15:00 - The Holy Spirit moving in unexpected ways
19:00 - Building relationships and unity in the team
28:00 - Advice for those who feel overlooked 
34:00 - Avoiding burnout 
42:30 - Closing prayer
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Revival in India: How God Is Releasing The Unique Sound of India

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How is God moving in India's churches through local worship? Allen Ganta shares his testimony of witnessing and being a part of his country’s song of worship being revealed. His initiatives to mentor young worship leaders and organize songwriting camps are nurturing a new generation committed to worship; A creative renaissance within Indian churches is happening! 
Allen Ganta, one of the most influential worship writers of India, is the Executive Worship Pastor at Hope Unlimited Church, India. He is a prolific Worship Leader Songwriter, and Producer. An artist of consummate skill, Allen has been playing music since childhood and has been involved with Hope UC since its inception. 
His love for the ethnic sound has led him to work as director and vocalist for ‘Sounds of the Nations, India’; a musical outfit with a global goal to recapture indigenous components in Christian music. Allan lives in Hyderabad with his incredible wife, Vandana, and two kids Ryan and Asher.
 
Here’s What We Discussed:
00:00 - Intro
03:10 - Allen’s studies at Hillsong and returning to India 
08:28 - India’s unique song
15:10 - Mentorship and raising new songwriters
21:23 - The resurgence of artistic expression in India
23:06 - Balancing structured worship programs with spontaneous expression
28:51 - Allen’s experience with spontaneity in Worship
38:04 - Closing prayer
Connect with Pastor Allen Ganta
Find him on Instagram 
 
Listen to Nations of Worship 
Find them on YouTube and Spotify
 
Listen to Bridge Music 
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Worship & Grieving: Luke Taylor on Worship, Lament, and Prophetic Expression

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Is there a place for lamenting in worship? 
Luke Taylor is the creative arts pastor for Hope Unlimited Church on the central coast NSW. Under the leadership of Mark and Darlene Zschech, Luke plays a vital role in worship and pastoral care both locally and globally as part of Hope UC Worship. 
With a deep-rooted history in worship ministry that traces back to his childhood in a family-run church, Luke has dedicated over a decade to serving his community and fostering the growth of worship across multiple church sites. Known for his humility and dedication, Luke is committed to developing prophetic and creative expressions of worship that resonate with and serve the needs of his community. His journey through personal trials has further enriched his ministry, allowing him to lead with compassion and a profound understanding of worship's healing power.
 
Here’s What We Discussed:
 
00:00 - Luke’s background and Hope UC 
06:33 - Community service over role recognition in worship ministry
08:08 - Facilitating prophetic worship
17:19 - Using tracks in worship while maintaining spontaneity and flow
28:45 - Navigating loss and the role of worship and community in grieving
34:56 - Lament in worship songs and creating a space for expressing sorrow and hope
42:40 - The keys to writing songs of worship
 
Connect with Hope UC 
Find them on Instagram, Facebook, and their website: https://hopeuc.com 
 
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Ep. 30 - Worship Rises From the Islands - The Power of Authentic Worship from Sam and Iva Koliloa of Sounds of the Nations Fiji

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There is a profound richness that comes from honoring the unique expression of worship God has given you and your nation.
 
In this episode, my amazing guests from Sounds of the Nations Fiji, Sam and Iva Koliloa, emphasize the importance of authenticity and the impact of embracing their cultural roots in worship and beyond. 
 
Hear how they navigate the balance between excellence in their worship and being led by the Holy Spirit. Learn how they raise up other leaders in their church and some of their stories as they have traveled the world releasing the sound of Fiji across nations. They talk about their roles as leaders, fostering and nurturing the generations of worshipers to come. 
 
Sam and Iva also share an incredible testimony of when they lost their firstborn son, and how God spoke to them during this time of grief and gave them the grace and strength to trust and worship Him.
 
Sam and Iva are the Directors of Sounds of the Nations Fiji. They’ve been running this amazing ministry since 2016 after being commissioned by the Sounds of the Nations Global. They’ve been married for almost 11 years. Sam, a musician, and Iva, a worship leader, are passionate about seeing worship leaders rise up and take their place in places of influence; through songs of deliverance, healing, and revival. They equip and empower worshippers to appreciate their authentic God-given sound by releasing it to the nations. Sam and Iva enjoy traveling and connecting with people and are always excited about the greater things God has for them.
 
Here’s What We Discussed:
 
[00:00 - 13:09] How Sam and Iva are Empowering Fijian Worship Leaders to Embrace Their Unique Sound In Worship 
[13:10 - 26:57]  Ushering and Mentoring the Next Generation of Worshipers
[26:58 - 34:19] Releasing the Sound Across the Nations of Israel and Estonia
[34:20 - 46:28] Sam and Iva Share Their Testimony of Lossing Their Firstborn and Finding Strength in Worship
[34:21 - 51:39] Closing Up! 
Connect with Sam and Iva
Find Sounds of the Nations Fiji on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. 
 
Connect with Roma!
Visit her website https://www.romawaterman.com and Claim your FREE copy of her latest eBook 4 KEYS TO PROPHETIC LIVING – An easy to understand guide to living a prophetic life!
 
You can also check out her Online Courses and Books
 
Don’t be shy! Reach out to Roma on Instagram, Facebook, or send her an email at roma@romawaterman.com
 
Support the Show: 
If God is leading your heart to donate or support the show in any way please visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romawaterman for more information. Thank you so much! 
 
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Ep. 29 - Finding the Song of the Lord in the Sound of the People

Have you heard the terms “the sound of revival” or a church trying to “find their own sound?” These phrases can be exciting, but they can also be confusing!
Every church and community has their own unique sound that the Lord wants them to capture and release. But many don't recognize this is the case and therefore don't explore the authentic sound of their own community. The ones that go on a quest to find this, impact communities in a transformational way, and even impact nations.
 
In this episode, I talk about the significance and beauty of tuning into the song of the Lord in the sound of the people. This looks different in every community. Let's learn to love singing global worship songs, but not at the expense of the unique sound that is yearning to rise up in our gatherings!
 
By understanding and harnessing the power of the local, unique sound, we can create meaningful and impactful worship that carries the influence and power of Heaven.
 
Special thanks to Dan McCollam, our Sounds of the Nations Founder who has instilled this deep, life changing truth in us. Seeing this activated in nations is a joy!
 
Here’s What We Discussed:
 
[00:01] The Lord’s Unique Song for Our Communities & The Importance of the Global and Local Sound
[06:07] How to Discover Your Community Sound & 4 Different Types of Songs
[13:10] Songs of Petition: Asking the Lord for Personal or Communal Desires
[17:00] Songs of Declaration: Proclaiming Truths About God
[20:33] Songs of Invocation: Encouragement to engage in actions of praise
[23:19] Songs of Adoration: Worshiping and Adoring God for Who He is
[25:59] Closing Up! 
Connect with Roma!
Visit her website https://www.romawaterman.com and Claim your FREE copy of her latest eBook 4 KEYS TO PROPHETIC LIVING – An easy to understand guide to living a prophetic life!
 
You can also check out her Online Courses and Books
 
Don’t be shy! Reach out to Roma on Instagram, Facebook, or send her an email at roma@romawaterman.com
 
Support the Show: 
If God is leading your heart to donate or support the show in any way please visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romawaterman for more information. Thank you so much! 
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Ep. 28 - Theology Vs Encounter - How Do We Find Balance?

“Which is more important, Theology or Encounter?” is a question I often get asked.  
 
In this episode, we answer exactly that! Does encountering and experiencing God supersede the theology of scripture? We can often see churches swing on either side of the pendulum, but what if I told you that theology and encounter are meant to work together to experience the fullness of God and all He has for His people? In this episode, we discuss why, without truth, our experiences won’t have a foundation to stand firm upon and how experiences are the fruit of our relationship with God.
 
Here’s What We Discussed:
 
[00:01] Should I Choose Between Theology vs.Encounter? It’s Meant to Be a Marriage!   
[02:32] The Importance of Theology: Worshiping in Spirit and Truth 
[11:20] Why Spiritual Experience is Just as Important as Theology – Experience Shows Proof of a Relationship
[17:09] Experiencing the Full Gift of Encounter and Theology
Connect with Roma!
Visit her website https://www.romawaterman.com and Claim your FREE copy of her latest eBook 4 KEYS TO PROPHETIC LIVING – An easy to understand guide to living a prophetic life!
 
You can also check out her Online Courses and Books
 
Don’t be shy! Reach out to Roma on Instagram, Facebook, or send her an email at roma@romawaterman.com
 
Support the Show: 
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Ep. 27 - Daniel Hagen and Awakening Music: The Sound of a Global Movement

From rock N' roll to spearheading a global revival movement, the journey of my dear friend Daniel Hagen stands as a testament to the transformative power of Jesus. In our conversation, Dan and I talk about the journey of staying grounded and intimate with Jesus while leading a huge worship platform, the song that the world so desperately needs to hear, and how we worshipers are being called to the battleground. All this and so much more!
 
In 2003, Daniel Hagen radically surrendered his life to Jesus Christ in a powerful encounter that would shake up his world of sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll. His heart was overrun with the love of God, and his songs began to overflow with his affection for the Father.
 
Daniel’s rock band, The Hollows, was on the verge of scoring a six-figure record deal. His love for Jesus compelled him to walk away from the life of fame and fortune and pursue knowing the Father more and making Him known to the nations.
 
As he fell more in love with Jesus, He began to lead teams of everyday believers out onto the streets, where they would preach the gospel and demonstrate God’s love through signs & wonders. 
 
Daniel is the Associate Director of Awakening Australia with Ben Fitzgerald, and is the leader of Awakening Music. Awakening is now a global movement, and their events are joined by thousands from all over the world with one purpose – the nations for Jesus! 
 
Daniel and Chelsea are happily married with four children and are the senior ministers of Fire Church ministries. Today, Daniel and Chelsea Hagen plant and oversee Fire Churches in Queensland and Victoria. 
 
Here’s What We Discussed:
 
[00:01] Rock and Roll to Revival: Daniel Hagen's Journey from The Hollow to Awakening Music
[03:56] How Awakening Music Stays Grounded As a Global Worship Movement
[07:30] The Devil Tried to Silence Worship During Covid 
[15:13] Passing the Baton to Vincent Noah Lang – Raising Up the Next Gen of Worshipers 
[21:47] Character before Talent – How Fire Church Discerns Choosing Their Worship Teams
[24:35] Revival in Nürnberg, Why Prayer is the Engine Room of Revival, and Serving God in the Mountains and Valleys 
[34:03] Dealing with Burnout in Worship Teams: What Causes It and What to Do Instead 
[36:40] What Sound Does the World Need to Hear? 
 
WATCH: Awakening Europe Conference Nürnberg → https://youtu.be/lhhWy11qxpE?si=JD_6qLY3tEpT2oVr
Book Mentioned: No Compromise: The Life Story of Keith Green
 
Connect With Daniel 
Visit his website —> https://www.danielhagenministries.com/daniel-hagen
Connect on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube
 
Connect with Roma!
Visit her website https://www.romawaterman.com and Claim your FREE copy of her latest eBook 4 KEYS TO PROPHETIC LIVING – An easy to understand guide to living a prophetic life!
 
You can also check out her Online Courses and Books
 
Don’t be shy! Reach out to Roma on Instagram, Facebook, or send her an email at roma@romawaterman.com
 
Support the Show: 
If God is leading your heart to donate or support the show in any way please visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romawaterman for more information. Thank you so much! 
 
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Ep. 26 - Can You Move With The Holy Spirit On a Timeframe?

Can you genuinely connect with the Holy Spirit despite time limitations?
 
In today's episode, I delve into this topic, drawing from a session I led for our worship team at our East Location of NEUMA Church . With our ongoing revival, our worship can spontaneously overflow. This leads to logistical challenges. We don't want to put pressure on our teams, especially with back-to-back services, Kids' Church, scheduling, and other programs - so how do we be sensitive to both them AND move with Holy Spirit?
 
Tune in as I share some practical tips on moving with the Holy Spirit during our services. I talk about the importance of knowing Him, meditating on scripture, and letting go of frustrations. I also address the role of the worship team and the power of praise in creating an atmosphere of intimacy with the Father. Get ready for a powerful Sunday!
 
Here’s What We Discussed:
 
[00:01] Introducing How to Balance Worship and Time Constraints
[02:01] How to Go With the Ghost While Being Mindful of Time Frames
[05:44] Ask the Lord for a Scripture for Sunday and Meditate On It All Week 
[08:24] Do the Heart Work: Deal With The Offense, Frustration, or Unforgiveness in Your Heart 
[10:14] Choose Less Songs and Allow the Lord to Move in Them  
[11:44] What to Do When the Congregation Doesn't Engage
[14:00] Praise is IMPORTANT in this Season
Connect with Roma!
Visit her website https://www.romawaterman.com and Claim your FREE copy of her latest eBook 4 KEYS TO PROPHETIC LIVING – An easy to understand guide to living a prophetic life!
 
You can also check out her Online Courses and Books
 
Don’t be shy! Reach out to Roma on Instagram, Facebook, or send her an email at roma@romawaterman.com
 
Support the Show: 
If God is leading your heart to donate or support the show in any way please visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romawaterman for more information. Thank you so much! 
 
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Ep. 25 Steve Tebb: The Secret Place of Worship and Songwriting Breakthroughs

In the words of Steve Tebb, “The moment you get saved, you are born into a war zone.” And worship leaders are at the forefront of the battleground, leading generations in advancing The Kingdom. In this episode, we delved into the heart of worship leading and how its essence lies not on the platform but in the secret, intimate moments with God. We tackle how to overcome songwriter's block and why worship teams hesitate to write music. All this and more! 
Steve Tebb has been leading worship for over 15 years and travels full-time as an Itinerant Worship Leader with a heart to bless churches, ministries, and events around the UK. He also travels internationally, leading worship, as well as speaking, equipping, and training teams. He is currently in the process of recording and is on the cusp of releasing his new album, Stand In Awe.
Steve is passionate about seeing the true worshipers of God being awakened in the global body through corporate worship with fresh fire and love for Jesus. His desire is that it would lead to lives healed, set free, delivered, transformed, and renewed by the glory of God in order to carry out the gospel and Kingdom on earth. His greatest joy is to see the Great Commandment fulfilled through the prizing of intimacy and the pursuit of God’s presence, becoming a daily reality for the Church.
 
Here’s What We Discussed:
 
[00:01] From Baptist Roots to Divine Touch, Steve Tebb Shares How He Began Worship Leading
[11:02] Dealing with Doubts – Worshipers at the Forefront of the Battleground 
[18:09] Steve and Roma Share the Testimonies of Other Worshipers that Inspired Them to Persist in Faith and How it Impacted Them  
[27:23] Solving Songwriter’s Block – Spiritual Dryness, Being Unable to Take Criticism, and Why Relationships are the New Sound  
[39:43] Ridding the Fear of Man by Diving Deep into the Secret Place of the Father  
Connect with Steve Tebb 
Visit his website: https://stevetebb.com
Connect with him on Facebook and Instagram
Listen to his latest single As the Deer 
 
Listen to Steve Tebb’s music on Spotify and Apple Music
Connect with Roma!
Visit her website https://www.romawaterman.com and Claim your FREE copy of her latest eBook 4 KEYS TO PROPHETIC LIVING – An easy to understand guide to living a prophetic life!
 
You can also check out her Online Courses and Books
 
Don’t be shy! Reach out to Roma on Instagram, Facebook, or send her an email at roma@romawaterman.com
 
Support the Show: 
If God is leading your heart to donate or support the show in any way please visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romawaterman for more information. Thank you so much! 
 
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Ep. 23 Darlene Zschech: Walking in the Overflow of Awe and Worship

What does it mean to lead worship truly? In our conversation, Darlene Zschech and I dive into worship that goes beyond the platform. We talk about how worship is a personal outpouring of faith, living worship in our daily lives, and why staying in love and in awe of Jesus is the key to longevity in ministry. All this and so much more! 
Darlene Zschech is loved and acclaimed all over the world as a composer, worship leader, pastor, author, and speaker, and became most well-known for her involvement as worship pastor at Hillsong Church, Sydney, over many years. Although she has achieved numerous gold albums and her songs are sung in many nations of the world, Darlene’s success simply stands as a testimony to her life’s passion for serving God and people with all her heart. Alongside her husband Mark, they are the Senior Pastors of Hope Unlimited Church (HopeUC) on the Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia, which has now grown into India and the USA.
Darlene is renowned for her compositions sung globally across the church, such as “Shout to the Lord,” “Victor's Crown,” and numerous other songs, including recent projects, "Here I Am, Send Me" and "The Table" from HopeUC. Darlene's accomplishments reflect her fervent passion for God. Darlene says, “First and foremost, I am a woman who simply and wholeheartedly loves Christ, and serves Him through loving my family, serving the church, and speaking up for those who cannot speak for themselves.”
 
Here’s What We Discussed
[02:43] Darlene’s Approach for Lifelong Worship – Staying in Awe of the Lord and “Washing the Feet of Others” in Service and Worship
[08:20] Leading Worship Genuinely and Selflessly Amidst Judgement and Scrutiny
[11:23] Why Pastors and Church Leaders Should Nurture and Shepherd Authentic Worship in Their Teams
[15:05] Writing Spirit-Invoking and Heart-Piercing Worship: A Call for Authenticity in Worship Songwriting
[23:41] The Story of “Shout to The Lord”
[34:19] Making Worship More Than a Genre: Leading a Life of Worship
[42:11] Genuine Worship is Declaring the Greatness of God Over Your Flesh and Circumstances
Connect with Darlene Zschech
Website: darlenezschech.com 
INSTAGRAM: @darlenezschech | FACEBOOK: /darlenezschech | TWITTER: @darlenezschech
WEBSITE: hopeuc.com | INSTAGRAM: @hopeuc | FACEBOOK: /hopeuc | TWITTER: @hopeuc
 
Connect with Roma!
Visit her website https://www.romawaterman.com and Claim your FREE copy of her latest eBook 4 KEYS TO PROPHETIC LIVING – An easy to understand guide to living a prophetic life!
 
You can also check out her Online Courses and Books
 
Don’t be shy! Reach out to Roma on Instagram, Facebook, or send her an email at roma@romawaterman.com
 
Support the Show: 
If God is leading your heart to donate or support the show in any way please visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romawaterman for more information. Thank you so much! 
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