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Episode #154: Spirituality and the Praise Band (The Practice of Worship)

Subscribe To This Podcast on iTunesThis episode of the Voices In My Head Podcast was recorded live at the Empower the Church conference in Lima Ohio on Saturday October 24th, 2015. This workshop on spiritual formation deals with the following: Leading worship requires just as much practice as playing an instrument, learning to sing, and writing music does. This goes not only for the worship leader, but it also applies to the other singers and musicians on your team. In order to do our calling well, it requires practice. As the leader of a worship team in a church I have found that one of my most challenging tasks is not just teaching the congregation to worship, but teaching our musicians to worship. This workshop will focus on the practice of intentional spiritual growth in your praise band members as a regular part of your practice times. Practicing the presence of God together is as essential as practicing your music together. @RickLeeJames This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Oct 26, 201556 min

Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #153: Worship Band Workshop (Live from The Empower The Church Conference)

Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #153: Worship Band Workshop (Live from The Empower The Church Conference)This week's episode of Voices In My Head was recorded live at the Empower the Church conference at Lima Community Church of the Nazarene in Lima Ohio on Saturday October 24thThis episode is a training workshop for people who play in bands and covers the following:* mapping out a song* improving your timing* thinking like an arranger* band dynamics and tempo* guitar vs. piano driven songs * creating an atmosphere of worship* Styles and different ways of playing Subscribe To This Podcast on iTunes This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Oct 26, 20151h 2m

Walter Brueggemann with Rick Lee James on the Voices In My Head Podcast: Episode #152

What a treat it was to have Dr. Walter Brueggemann on the Voices In My Head Podcast. We had such a great discussion talking about theology, music, and where we will go if we die tonight. This episode was recorded on location at St. Timothy's Episcopal Church in Cincinnati Ohio on Wednesday September 30th. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Sep 30, 201547 min

Episode #151 - Futureboy Nick Flora on the Voices In My Head Podcast with Rick Lee James

Episode #151 - Futureboy Nick Flora on the Voices In My Head Podcast with Rick Lee JamesFUTUREBOY, is the first of 3 new EP's coming your way from one of our favorite artists, Nick Flora. He joined the Podcast this week to talk about his new record, Pancakes, and artisty as a Christian versus Christian artistry. It's a great new record and a great new show. Make sure to listen all the way to the end for a bonus clip.www.NickFlora.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Sep 24, 20151h 12m

150th Episode Celebration with 2015 Dove Award Nominees

Episode #150 of the Voices In My Head Podcast features 2015 Dove Award nominees who have been on or associated with the show.This week's show features:About A MileAll Sons & DaughtersRandall Goodgame (Slugs & Bugs)Andrew GreerCraig AdamsAndrew Peterson.Its a great show celebrating 150 episodes by spotlighting some of the most talented guests we've been privileged to have on the show. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Aug 14, 201556 min

Episode #149 - Into The Fray with Matt Mikalatos

This week on the Voices In My Head Podcast, http://www.mikalatos.com/p/welcome-to-mikalatoscom.htmljoins us to talk about his latest book, Into The Fray. Into the Fray, is an exploration of the book of Acts in a modern-day setting. It's about church, the Holy Spirit, and the importance of story in God's plan for the world.Also, check out Matt's many blog posts from coolsville at www.NorvilleRogers.com and his the Storymen Podcast that he hosts with Klay Morgan and J. R. Forasteros at www.Storymen.us This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Aug 5, 201552 min

Episode #148: The Dirty Parts of the Bible with Sam Torode

My guest this week on the Voices In My Head Podcast is Sam Torode. Sam is a writer, a visual artist, and a singer living in in Nashville, Tennessee. On his Father's side of the family, Sam is related to Henry David Thoreau and on his mother's side are Texas farmers, preachers, outlaws, banjo players, and Cherokee Indians.His novel "The Dirty Parts of the Bible," reflects both sides, combining religious/philosophical exploration with an epic journey to Texas to reclaim his defrocked minister father's fortune. Sam's writing has been compared to Mark Twain, Sue Monk Kidd, and Flannery O'ConnorPublisher's Weekly gave this really glowing review to "Dirty Parts of the Bible"While the title suggests a raunchy read, this rich and soulful novel is actually a rather well-done coming-of-age story steeped in wanderlust and whimsy that at times recalls The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, and at others a tamer On the Road. The story begins in 1936 as 19-year-old Tobias is thumbing his way from Remus, Mich., to his uncle's farm in Glen Rose, Tex., to find a hidden bag of money, after his father, a Baptist pastor, drunkenly slams his car into the church and is removed from the parsonage. The author does an excellent job in making well-charted territory (riding the rails; scavenged campfire meals under the stars) seem vibrant and new. Snippets of scripture, Southern spirituals, and folk ballads lend context and flavor to the text. Most impressive are the jangly dialogue and the characters' distinctive voices, which are authentic and earthy but not remotely hoary. When Tobias finally arrives at his uncle's, the surprises that await him are more than enough to keep his—and readers'—interests piqued." DISCLAIMER: While this is not a dirty podcast, the topic of this week's conversation may not be appropriate for younger ears as we do acknowledge that there is such a thing as sex and that teenage boys think about it. Use your discretion. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Jul 29, 201545 min

Episode #147 - The Mockingbird Parables with Matt Litton

This week on the Voices In My Head Podcast I'm joined by author Matt Litton as we discuss the works of Harper Lee, both 'To Kill A Mockingbird' as well as the newly released 'Go Set A Watchman'. This is one great show that you don't want to miss. Visit www.MattLitton.com to find out all about Matt Litton's books and schedule. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Jul 22, 201557 min

First Blood Author David Morrell on The Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #146

David Morrell and Sylvester Stallone on the set of First BloodThis week on the Voices In My Head Podcast our special guest isNew York Times Bestselling Author, David Morrell.About David Morrell:In 1972, David Morrell published his debut novel about a veteran with PTSD who returned home from the Vietnam war, bringing the war home with him. The name of this groundbreaking novel is First Blood. It was called “the father of the modern action novel,” and was widely and enthusiastically reviewed. It was also taught in high schools and colleges. It became a 1982 film, starring Sylvester Stallone, and led to a series of films about Rambo, who joined the ranks of the top five internationally recognized thriller icons: Sherlock Holmes, Tarzan, James Bond, and Harry Potter. In addition to being Rambo's creator, David Morrell also holds a Ph. D. in American literature from Penn State and was a professor in the English department at the University of Iowa where he taught from 1970 to 1986. His numerous New York Times bestsellers include the classic spy novel, The Brotherhood of the Rose, The Fraternity of the Stone, and The League of Night and Fog. Eventually wearying of two professions, Morrell gave up his academic tenure in order to write full time. Shortly after, tragedy struck theMorrell family, as David's fifteen-year-old son Matthew was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer and died in 1987, a loss that haunts not only Morrell’s life but his work, as in his memoir about Matthew, Fireflies, and his novel Desperate Measures, whose main character lost a son.In 2007 after 40 years of novels, honors, and awards David Morrell was able to add comic book writer to his resume, writing the acclaimed mini-series turned Graphic Novel, Captain America: The Chosen. Since then he has also written stories for The Amazing Spider-Man as well as the Savage Wolverine. Find out even more about David Morrell on his official web site at www.DavidMorrell.net This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Jul 14, 201554 min

Episode #145: Slugs and Bugs with Randall Goodgame

This week on the Voices In My Head Podcast I'm joined by the talented Randall Goodgame. He has written songs for Veggie Tales, Caedmon's Call, Andrew Peterson, Jason Gray, Jill Phillips, and Eric Peters. He is also a frequent collaborator of Andrew Peterson, including the 2006 music album, Slugs & Bugs & Lullabies. From this album, the song You Can Always Come Home was featured on the Veggie Tales' The Wonderful Wizard of Ha's (2007). He and his wife live in Nashville Tennessee with their three kids and a dog. ( schnoodle)You can support the new Slugs and Bugs Sing The Bible Record at this web site. http://www.slugsandbugs.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Jul 8, 201542 min

Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #144 - The Amazing Spider-Man with Matt Anderson

This week on the Voices in my Head Podcast I am joined by Matt Anderson of the Sci- Fi Christian Podcast. We talk about Spider-man and the themes of "Power" and "Responsibility" while revisiting a classic Stan Lee and Steve Ditko storyline of the Amazing Spider-Man, The Master Planner!!! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Jul 2, 20151h 15m

Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #143: Morning Daily Prayer Rule

I invite you to pray along with me this week on this special episode of The Voices My Head Podcast as I lead us through a Morning Daily Prayer Rite of the Orthodox Church. Click the link below to follow along with the prayer.http://rickleejames.com/?attachment_id=30674 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 28, 201531 min

Episode #142: Peter Enns - The Bible Tells Me So

This week on the Voices In My Head Podcast, Peter Enns joins us to talk about his latest book and we discuss 10 things he wishes everyone knew about the Bible. You can buy all of Peter's book on Amazon through this link. http://www.amazon.com/Peter-Enns/e/B001IOFH9Q/ref=sr_tc_2_0?qid=1435162477&sr=8-2-ent This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 24, 201557 min

Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #141 - The Matt Liechty Hymn Project

This week on the Podcast I am joined by a really great singer and songwriter name Matt Liechty. Matt rocketed to musical stardom by appearing on the soundtrack of the movie Ragamuffin, The True Story of Rich Mullins. Since then, thanks in large part to the help of Mullins' Ragamuffin Band member, Mitch McVicker, Matt has gone on to release a new record of classic hymns. We get to hear some those hymn this week on the Podcast as Matt tells us his amazing story of how God has brought him to a new, unique place in life and ministry. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 17, 201538 min

Podcast Episode #140: Sci- Fi Crossover with Matt Anderson and Ben DeBono

It was great doing a crossover Podcast with my friends Matt Anderson and Ben DeBono from the Sci-Fi Christian Podcast. We discuss a sci-fi classic from 1998, Dark City. Sci-Fi Christian Logo This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

May 28, 20151h 30m

Episode #139: KHK

Since 2010, KHK (Kids Helping Kids) has performed in over 80 events! They were blessed to open for such well known Christian artists and some Dove award recipients such as The Newsboys, FFH, Jason Gray, John G. Elliott, Jo Vogels, flyfaith, and yours truly, Rick Lee James. God has big plans for these kids and it was my privilege to have them, as well as their founders John and Karen Flaugher, on the Voices In My Head Podcast This week. KHK's new record, Keep Him King, is available everywhere online including CDBABY. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Apr 14, 201545 min

Episode 138: Worship Leader Talk

Listen to The Latest Voices In My Head Podcastwith host Rick Lee JamesThis week's Voices In My Head Podcast will be of particular interest to Worship Leaders who are looking for some tips on leading.www.RickLeeJames.com/PodcastEpisode #138: Worship Leader TalkFEATURES:Exciting Announcement about Rick's next record.Your feedback is requested for future episodes of the Podcast on the topic of worship.Listen in to find out how you can be on an upcoming show. RECENT SHOWS:Episode 137: Andrew Peterson and Resurrection Letters Vol. 2Episode 136: Dave ClevelandEpisode 135: Oscar Winners with John Wilkerson This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Mar 24, 201540 min

Podcast Episode #137: Andrew Peterson Returns

This week on the Voices In My Head Podcast, Andrew Petersonreturns. Since we are so close to the Easter Season we talk a lot about hisclassic record, Resurrection Letters Volume 2. It was great to record thisepisode on location in Nashville at the Rabbit Room’s North Wind Manor. There’sa little something for everyone here. Great music and great conversation with agreat artist, Andrew Peterson. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Mar 16, 201558 min

Podcast Episode #136: Guest Guitarist Dave Cleveland

Dave Cleveland has played guitar for Steven Curtis Chapman, Brooklyn Tabernacle, Point of Grace, Michael W. Smith, Twila Paris, 4 Him, Crystal Lewis, Michael O’Brien, Cindy Morgan, Anointed, Russ Taff, Steve Green, Wes King and Out Of The Grey, Miley Cyrus, and now he's playing with me on my new record and on this week's episode of Voices In My Head. Don't miss this interview with great guy and world class guitarist, Dave Cleveland. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Mar 10, 201530 min

Episode #135: Oscar Winners We've Never Seen with Guest John Wilkerson

This is a very different episode than we usually have on Voices In My Head. Two busy dad, John Wilkerson and Rick Lee James get together to discuss the Oscar winning movies in 2015. However, they've never seen any of them so their discussion is based solely on the film titles, hearsay, and just plain silliness. we hope you enjoy this comedy filled episode of Voices In My Head. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Feb 26, 20151h 0m

Podcast Episode #134: Lent and How the Monastic Tradition Informs Our Conversation On Sanctification

Podcast Episode #134: Lent and How the Monastic Tradition Informs Our Conversation On Sanctification This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Feb 20, 201524 min

Episode #133_Out of the Depths LIVE from M15

Episode #133 Out of the Depths LIVE from M15 comes to you in a live show from Kansas City, February 2015. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Feb 13, 20151h 0m

Podcast Episode #132: renovating Holiness with Joshua Broward

This week's guest, Joshua Broward is the co-editor (with Thomas J. Oord) and compiler of a new book called Renovating Holiness which releases January 17th and can be pre-ordered atwww.Renovatingholiness.comYounger leaders around the world are approaching holiness with new eyes, new vision, and a burning passion to help the Church engage the mission of our holy God. Renovating Holiness brings together the stories of 100 plus leaders from more than 30 nations to point towards the continuing movement of God's Spirit in a new world, offering their thoughts on how the Church of the Nazarene can rethink it's history, it's doctrine, and it's practices to be more effective in the 21st century. Rick Lee James is one of the contributors to this book and proudly welcomes Joshua to his Podcast for a discussion on holiness renovated.FYI: We're running some crazy cheap sales on my Books, DVDs, and CDs.Hardcovers - $14.95 Out of the Depths: A Songwriter's Journey through the Psalms Paperbacks - $10.99 DVD's - $5.99 Basement Psalms Live by Rick Lee James CD's $3.99http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=Basement+Psalms+Live This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Jan 9, 201552 min

Podcast Episode #131 - Advent Week 4

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Dec 16, 201413 min

Podcast Episode #130 - Advent Week Three

This week on the Voices In My Head Podcast we dive into the scripture readings for Advent Week Three 2014. Hear the word of the Lord. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 10, 201417 min

Podcast Episode #129 - Advent Week Two

This week we continue our journey through Advent by reading the scripture passages for the 2nd Sunday of Advent 2014. This is very much a Podcast about preparing ourselves for the coming of Christ as people of repentance. God bless you in this Advent season.Song featured on this Podcast, "He Shall Reign" by Rick Lee James available on iTunes at this link. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 3, 201422 min

Podcast #128: Week One of Advent

This week on Voices In My Head Rick talks about the Christian Calendar and why Advent is the best time for Christians to say Happy New Year. This Podcast also features Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing). Free Sheet music for this song available below and at www.RickLeeJames.com/FreeSheetMusic and you can watch the YouTube video below. Click Here To Watch The YouTube Video of Advent Hymn by Rick Lee James This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Nov 27, 201423 min

Podcast #127 - One Year Celebration

This week on the Podcast we are celebration 365 days since Out of the Depths: A Songwriter's Journey Through The Psalms became fully funded on Kickstarter. I am thrilled to be able to celebrate an incredible year by offering this book to you for only $3.65 through Amazon.com. I read a section of my book on the show this week so you can sample the content. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Nov 15, 201416 min

Podcast #126 - Special Guest Artist Shelly E. Johnson

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Oct 15, 201453 min

Podcast #125 - Questions From God Part 10 of 10

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Oct 9, 201447 min

Podcast #124 - Questions from God - part 9 of 10

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Oct 2, 201447 min

Podcast #123: Questions From God Part 8 of 10

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Sep 25, 201449 min

Podcast #122: Questions From God Part 7 of 10

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Sep 15, 201447 min

Episode #121 - Questions From God - Part 6 of 10

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Sep 10, 201447 min

Episode #120: Questions From God - Part 5 of 10

Part 5 of 10 in our series, Questions From God.Find out more about us at www.RickLeeJames.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Sep 5, 201436 min

Episode #119 - Questions From God - Part 4 of 10

Take the $5.00 Challenge - Make The Record This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Aug 27, 201436 min

Podcast #118: Questions From God Part 3 of 10

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Aug 21, 201437 min

Podcast Epsiode #117: Questions From God - Part 2

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Aug 14, 201443 min

Podcast #116 - Questions From God-Part 1 of 10

Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #116: Questions From God - Part 1 of 10. A Sermon series by Rick Lee James This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Aug 7, 201437 min

Podcast #115: Karissa Knox Sorrell and the Journey to Orthodoxy

Karissa Knox Sorrell is a wife, mother, writer, and educator. She love books, coffee, early mornings, good friends, and the ocean. She grew up as a preacher’s kid and missionary kid in the Church of the Nazarene and lived in Bangkok, Thailand from the ages of 11-18. Now she makes her home in Nashville, Tennessee with her husband and two children. In her twenties, she and her husband began to learn about liturgy, which led them to the Eastern Orthodox Church. They’ve been there for the past nine years. She has a passion for immigrants and people from other cultures and was an ESL teacher for eleven years. Karissa has also been pursuing creative writing for the past several years and is almost finished writing her first book, Transfigured Faith, a spiritual memoir about growing up in the home of Protestant ministers and later discovering Orthodoxy. Hear more about her writing, her family, and her faith journey on this week's episode of Voices In My Head, the official podcast of Rick Lee James.Listen NowVoices In My Head (the Official Rick lee James Podcast) is dedicated to covering books, music and various other things that get stuck in the head of pop culture, with a Theological lens. Listen to it on Podbean.com, Stitcher, The Rick Lee James Mobile App, iTunes, Facebook, and Rick Lee James.com. Rick Lee James Official Web Site is www.RickLeeJames.com. To leave a voice messagecomment forVoices In My Head call (937) 505-0162. Get Rick’s music Bandcamp.com, iTunes and at CDBaby.com. Email can be sent [email protected]. You can also watch Rick Lee James music videos on YouTube. Please leave a review on iTunes and let us know what you thought of today’s episode.Music used on Today's Episode:If You Hear His Voice Today - Rick Lee James This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 12, 20141h 5m

Podcast #114: Pentecost 2014

It's Pentecost, but what does that mean? What in the world is a tongue of fire? Why do we call this the birthday of the church? Does God change at Pentecost? What is the difference between the Greek and Hebrew thoughts on Heaven? How can the writing of Rabbi Roland S. Gittelsohn help us to understand Pentecost? All this plus a medley of Pentecost hymns by Rick Lee James on this week's episode of Voices In My Head.Voices In My Head (the Official Rick lee James Podcast) is dedicated to covering books, music and various other things that get stuck in the head of pop culture, with a Theological lens. Listen to it on Podbean.com, Stitcher, The Rick Lee James Mobile App, iTunes, Facebook, and Rick Lee James.com. Rick Lee James Official Web Site is www.RickLeeJames.com. To leave a voice messagecomment forVoices In My Head call (937) 505-0162. Get Rick’s music Bandcamp.com, iTunes and at CDBaby.com. Email can be sent [email protected]. You can also watch Rick Lee James music videos on YouTube. Please leave a review on iTunes and let us know what you thought of today’s episode.Music used on Today's Episode:If You Hear His Voice Today - Rick Lee JamesPentecost Medley - RickLeeJames This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 7, 201439 min

Podcast #113 - Brian Zahnd: A Farewell to Mars

We know Jesus the Savior, but have we met Jesus, Prince of Peace?When did we accept vengeance as an acceptable part of the Christian life? How did violence and power seep into our understanding of faith and grace? For those troubled by this trend toward the sword, perhaps there is a better way.What if the message of Jesus differs radically differs from the drumbeats of war we hear all around us?My guest this week on Voices In My Head is Brian Zahnd and these are just a few of the questions he addresses in his latest book, A Farewell To Mars. Join us as we discuss this great new book more in more detail.Brian Zahnd is the founder and lead pastor of Word of Life Church, a nondenominational congregation in St. Joseph, Missouri. Brian is a passionate reader of theology and philosophy, an avid hiker, mountain climber, and authority on all things Bob Dylan. Brian and his wife Peri have three adult sons and three grandchildren.Voices In My Head (the Official Rick lee James Podcast) is dedicated to covering books, music and various other things that get stuck in the head of pop culture, with a Theological lens. Listen to it on Podbean.com, Stitcher, The Rick Lee James Mobile App, iTunes, Facebook, and Rick Lee James.com. Rick Lee James Official Web Site is www.RickLeeJames.com. To leave a voice messagecomment forVoices In My Head call (937) 505-0162. Get Rick’s music Bandcamp.com, iTunes and at CDBaby.com. Email can be sent [email protected]. You can also watch Rick Lee James music videos on YouTube. Please leave a review on iTunes and let us know what you thought of today’s episode.Music used on Today's Episode: With God On Our Side - Bob Dylan With God On Our Side - The Neville Brothers With God On Our Side - Claudia Scott This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

May 30, 201451 min

Podcast #112: Ryan Stevenson LIVE from The Depot Coffee House

My guest this week is Gotee Records artist Ryan Stevenson. Ryan is a husband and father of two boys who currently serves as worship leader at Vertical Church Boise. Prior to his full-time music career, Stevenson spent seven years as a paramedic. He has performed at Creation West, Fish Fest and Lifest, among other top Christian festivals around the country, and has toured with such artists as Toby Mac, Group 1 Crew, Rachael Lampa and more.“Ryan is an impressive songwriter who understands the delicate balance of writing songs about his faith and walking it out in a cold, cold world,” said TobyMac. “He never shies away from a 'Jesus' lyric, 'cause he is fully aware of where his strength comes from.”On the podcast this week we have an exclusive live show with Ryan recorded at The Depot Coffeehouse in Urbana Ohio. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

May 22, 201455 min

Podcast #111: The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Crossover with Reel World Theology Podcast

I was honored to be a guest on The Reel World Theology Podcast as the Spider-Man Comic Book semi-expert. I had a great time discussion the hit movie, The Amazing Spider-Man 2 with Laura and Fizz. They were gracious enough to let me include our conversation on my show this week. If you're a fan of comics and/or movies then I know you will enjoy this discussion of the good, the bad,and the sinister in The Amazing Spider-Man 2. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

May 13, 20141h 35m

Podcast #110: Live From C2E2 in Chicago with Ben DeBono

This week's podcast was recorded live in Chicago at C2E2 with Ben DeBono of the Sci-Fi Christian Podcast. Our topic this week is Anti-Heroes, why we are drawn to them as humans, and what that says about us. Lots of great interviews here with many great creators, comic shop vendors, and fans. ] "Freely you received, freely give." -- Matthew 10:8Get a free Easter album with Sheet music from Rick Lee James on NoisetradeEaster Worship Experience 2014 with Rick Lee James on Noisetrade.com[caption id="attachment_2603" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Click Here To Download Album and Lead Sheets[/caption][caption id="attachment_9210" align="aligncenter" width="215"] Get Rick Lee James' Email Updates[/caption][caption id="attachment_9147" align="aligncenter" width="300"] @RickLeeJames[/caption] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

May 7, 20141h 1m

Podcast # 109 - Guest Recording Artist Jon Morgan

This week's episode was recorded at a house show where I met a cool guy name Jon Morgan. Jon's new EP is full of really great music from start to finish and I am so pleased to be able to feature his music today on the show as well as an interview. We play three songs on this episode, one live and two studio cuts which can be purchased at www.JonMorganMusic.bandcamp.com. You're going love this soulful original music by a unique and creative artist. "Freely you received, freely give." -- Matthew 10:8Get a free Easter album with Sheet music from Rick Lee James on NoisetradeEaster Worship Experience 2014 with Rick Lee James on Noisetrade.com[caption id="attachment_2603" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Click Here To Download Album and Lead Sheets[/caption][caption id="attachment_9210" align="aligncenter" width="215"] Get Rick Lee James' Email Updates[/caption][caption id="attachment_9147" align="aligncenter" width="300"] @RickLeeJames[/caption] Copyright © 2014 Voices In My Head Productions, All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Apr 21, 201428 min

Podcast #108: Guest - Amy Savin

LISTEN HERE: [audio http://rickleejames.files.wordpress.com/2014/04/episode-108_amy-savin-mp3.mp3] Amy Savin is a talented Christian musician who brings back to Christian music a depth of lyric and intricate artistry slightly lost in recent years. The songs are a beautiful hybrid of haunting and striking melodies set to lyrics that are made for fun listening and personal growth. Amy’s voice and songwriting harkens back to the stylings of Nicole Nordeman with the addition of an understated falsetto range not attempted since the quiet ballads of Rachael Lampa. Amy’s music is pleasantly unique thanks to her break-out vocal updrafts that pierce through tracks like “Hide Me”, “Fly Robin”, “Skylines”, and the Ed Cash smash “Hymn 177”. I have a great conversation with Amy and share a few of her songs on this week's episode of the Voices In My Head Podcast.Amy Savin's Web Site: www.AmySavin.com "Freely you received, freely give." -- Matthew 10:8Get a free Easter album with Sheet music from Rick Lee James on NoisetradeEaster Worship Experience 2014 with Rick Lee James on Noisetrade.com[caption id="attachment_2603" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Click Here To Download Album and Lead Sheets[/caption][caption id="attachment_9210" align="aligncenter" width="215"] Get Rick Lee James' Email Updates[/caption][caption id="attachment_9147" align="aligncenter" width="300"] @RickLeeJames[/caption] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Apr 19, 201444 min

Podcast #107: Easter Worship Experience

"Freely you received, freely give." -- Matthew 10:8Get a free Easter album with Sheet music from Rick Lee James on Noisetrade Easter Worship Experience 2014 with Rick Lee James on Noisetrade.com[caption id="attachment_2603" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Click Here To Download Album and Lead Sheets[/caption]Also, as a bonus for Holy Week, download Rick Lee James's book, Out of the Depths on Noisetrade Books. [caption id="attachment_9210" align="aligncenter" width="215"] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Apr 15, 201425 min

Podcast #106: Daniel Dye - Blinded Again

Recent PodcastsPodcast Episode #101 - Songwriting For The Local Church (Workshop 1)Episode #102 - New Music with Guest Paul Baloche Podcast Episode #103 (Workshop 2) - Worship Band WorkshopPodcast Episode #104 (Workshop 4) - Style vs. Substance In Worship (Workshop 3) - Podcast Episode #105 (Workshop 4) - Out of the Depths: A Songwriter's Journey Through The Psalms Voices In My Head is a Podcast dedicated to covering things like comics, movies, books, music and various other things that get stuck in the head of pop culture, but with a Theological lens. Listen to it on Podbean.com, Stitcher, The Rick Lee James Mobile App,iTunes,Reverbnation.com, and Facebook. Rick Lee James Official Web Site is www.RickLeeJames.com. To leave a voice messagecomment forVoices In My Head call (937) 505-0162. Get Rick’s music on iTunes and at CDBaby.com. Email can be sent [email protected]. You can also watch Rick Lee James music videos on YouTube. Please leave a review on iTunes and let us know what you thought of today’s episode. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Apr 9, 201443 min

Podcast #105 - Out of the Depths: A Songwriter's Journey Through The Psalms

[audio http://rickleejames.files.wordpress.com/2014/03/episode-105_out-of-the-depths.mp3] Recent and Upcoming PodcastsPodcast Episode #101 - Songwriting For The Local Church (Workshop 1)Episode #102 - New Music with Guest Paul Baloche Podcast Episode #103 (Workshop 2) - Worship Band WorkshopPodcast Episode #104 (Workshop 4) - Style vs. Substance In Worship (Workshop 3) - Podcast Episode #105 (Workshop 4) - Out of the Depths: A Songwriter's Journey Through The Psalms Daniel Dye- Blinded Again - Episode #106 Voices In My Head is a Podcast dedicated to covering things like comics, movies, books, music and various other things that get stuck in the head of pop culture, but with a Theological lens. Listen to it on Podbean.com, Stitcher, The Rick Lee James Mobile App,iTunes,Reverbnation.com, and Facebook. Rick Lee James Official Web Site is www.RickLeeJames.com. To leave a voice messagecomment forVoices In My Head call (937) 505-0162. Get Rick’s music on iTunes and at CDBaby.com. Email can be sent [email protected]. You can also watch Rick Lee James music videos on YouTube. Please leave a review on iTunes and let us know what you thought of today’s episode. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Mar 31, 201449 min