Worship is my Weapon Podcast with Rita Springer
Rita takes you on a journey of her story and to discover how we can use worship to fight our everyday battles. To watch live, tune in on Wednesday morning at 10AM CT to catch her episode premiere on YouTube.
Episodes
110 episodes
Hope Darst Had An Identity Crisis & It Changed Everything
This week on Worship Is My Weapon, Rita is joined by the amazing Hope Darst of The Belonging Co. Hope opens up about her struggle with depression, anxiety, and the suicidal thoughts that riddled her life from age 12 to 19. She thou...
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The Hidden Epidemic of Burnout in the Church with Jake Hamilton
On this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, Rita Springer sits down with Jake Hamilton for an inspiring conversation about the tension of ministry and family and the true definition of calling. Jake shares his journey of prioritizing ...
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Complete Surrender.
"God said, "Do you trust me?" And I answered back, "No..." Then God asked, "Can you try?" Rita shares how she found renewed hope for 2025 after an honest conversation with the Lord. This year, become of a member of my ...
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"Lord, This Is Exhausting..." | An Honest Conversation with Janice Gaines
On this episode of 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita Springer sits down for an honest conversation with Janice Gaines.Janice shares her journey as a black woman navigating the peaks and valleys of the music industry, the balancing act of mot...
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Kristin Johns & Jon Volk Get Real About Social Media, the Haters, and Faith
This week on Worship Is My Weapon, Rita sits down with 'That's the Point' podcast hosts Kristin Johns and Jon Volk to discuss life, social media, the haters, and faith while sharing some scones. Special Offer:Today's episode is...
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I Heard the Term "Adult Clergy S*xual Ab*se," & Finally Realized...
"They said, 'You shouldn't have taken the man of God down..."This week on 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita sits down with Megan Anderson - a survivor of Adult Clergy Sexual Abuse (ACSA).Megan's life forever changed when she walked i...
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God Asked Her to Carry the Dream She Didn't Receive... w/ Krissy Nordhoff
"Just because a dream doesn't come true doesn't mean it doesn't have value..." This week on 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita sits down with Krissy Nordhoff.Krissy shares her journey as a musician and how the Lord's been showing...
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Tasha Layton Holds NOTHING Back on Mental Health & the Church
This week on 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita sits down with Tasha Layton.Tasha opens up about her struggles with the church, depression, and suicidal thoughts, and how her healing journey led to a deep, abiding relationship with God.
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It's TIME to Make a Holy Demand!
Has disappointment stolen your expectations?On this episode of "Worship Is My Weapon," Rita discusses the significance of having a 'holy demand' during weary seasons and maintaining expectation and faith - even when answers seem distant...
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Living a Worshipful Life with Bryan and Katie Torwalt
"Holy Spirit, you are welcome here..."This week on 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita sits down with Bryan and Katie Torwalt.Bryan and Katie share how they met at Bethel Music Worship School and the incredible journey God's taken them...
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She Didn't Want to Meet Him, But God STILL Showed Up (POWERFUL Testimony)
Lisa Jennett didn't want to have anything to do with God.After growing up with an abusive father and the death of her twin daughters, Lisa had put "heaven in a coffin and nailed it up." She didn't need God. In fact, she promised she wou...
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An Hour of Worship & Reflection Before Election Day
This election season has been wild. Every day it seems like there's a new crazy story in the headlines and a spirit of fear creeps among us. Let's spend this hour together in worship. Together, let's pray over our land, cities, and...
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Darlene Zschech Opens Up About Life & the Church
In this special episode of 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita sits down with the legendary Darlene Zschech, often hailed as the 'Queen of Worship.'Together, they reflect on the transformative power of worship and God's unwavering faithfulness...
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The Beauty in Prophetic Words & Faithful Waiting w/ The Serbans
On this episode of 'Worship Is My Weapon,' Rita sits down with worship duo Garett and Kate Serban. Garett and Kate open up about their journey in the faith, the importance of being faithful in hidden seasons, and how God has used ...
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Lisa Bevere on Spiritual Warfare & the Fight for Female
On this episode of 'Worship is My Weapon,' Rita Springer sits down with dear friend Lisa Bevere.They discuss the spiritual hunger they've seen amongst women today and how to fight in the Spirit so that we can stand firm in truth and lov...
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Songwriting 201: Creating Songs That Move the Church
Why are you limiting your creative genius?The Creator of the universe has designed and loves to see you create! On this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, Rita emphasizes the importance of pushing creative boundaries while s...
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Chris McClarney Gets Candid About the Holy Spirit and Worship
On this episode of the Worship Is My Weapon, Rita Springer sits down with Chris McClarney, accomplished singer/songwriter with Jesus Culture and founder of Funtime Studios.Chris shares his fascinating story of growing up as a Southern B...
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Songwriting 101: Awaken God’s Creative Calling for YOU
Maybe you're asking the question, am I a songwriter?...But a nagging voice inside your head says, "You will never be good enough." In this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, Rita Springer discusses the beauty in our gifting a...
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God Called Her Out of the Comfort Zone & THIS Happened... (Bella Taylor Smith)
On this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, Rita Springer sits down with Bella Taylor Smith (now Bella Cole), an incredibly talented singer and songwriter from Australia.They discuss Bella's journey from adolescence to winning 'The Voice A...
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Faith Against All Odds: A Conversation with Mia Fields
Join Rita Springer and Mia Fields on this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, as they dive into a conversation about BIG faith.Mia shares her powerful testimony. From growing up in foster care, waiting on her "custom-made" husband, and the...
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Matt Redman’s Candid Thoughts on Theology & Worship
In this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, host Rita Springer sits down with renowned worship leader Matt Redman.Matt opens up about his journey through his childhood and reveals how worship became a cornerstone for healing and his relati...
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The Beauty I Found After WAITING
What if nothing makes any sense?You don't have what you need to start what God's called you to do, but you know that God is backing your dream?What is the next step?On this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, Rita Springer ...
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Joe L. Barnes' on His Journey to the Priesthood
"Slaves are driven. Sons are led."This week on Worship Is My Weapon, Rita Springer sits down with one of her favorite spiritual kids, Joe L. Barnes.Together, they break down how to chase the presence, not the mic, what the pries...
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