Tsc Music Radio Podcast: Music With A Mission

Classical Opera is not known for its Christian musical influence, yet there is one who has found a niche in using her classical style to draw souls unto Christ. Yolanda F. Johnson chats with Derek Davis about her unique gift in the unique genre of Opera.

Can we praise God, the creator of all things, listening to beautiful instrumental music written by secular artists? Is it in the arrangement of the song or in the intent of the heart of the listener? Or does it have to do with personal conviction? Saxophonist and former Director of TSC Music Ministry Todd Williams talks about whether purely instrumental music can inspire our praise to God.

Can God find glory in Christian music produced with pride and wrong motives? Singer-Evangelist Damaris Carbaugh talks about her journey from singing for the crowd to truly singing for God. She encourages those feeling far from God to come back to His word, for He who began a good work in you will surely complete it.

God has done great things in the Music With a Mission podcast in the year 2010. Hear about the different genres, artists, and topics we hosted and talked about. From David Ham's Spoken Word, to Dave Boyer's Big Band and others, take a listen at how God exceeded our expectations and made this podcast his very own.

Listen to the awe inspiring story of Simeon, Anna, and others as they witness the arrival of Jesus Christ. Experience this live recording of the 2003 Times Square Church dramatic presentation of “All Cry Glory.” Featuring the original songs “Messiah Come,” “The Wonderlove of God,” and more. Be blessed in this Christmas season, for the Messiah has indeed come.

Can God work through all genres of music? What about Swing music? Big Band singer Dave Boyer talks about his life and musical career before he met Christ, and the new life and music ministry that he has found in Christ. Listen as he encourages you to walk in the supernatural in the midst of the chaos and enjoy this season of celebration of the birth of Christ.

When producing Christian music, what is more effective in reaching the people: catchy lyrics or the simplicity of the Gospel? Should Christians listen to secular music? Listen as keyboardist and producer Clay Bogan talks about these and other issues that musicians face when producing music for the church and in the secular industry.

Is Christmas the same today as it was years ago? Is it possible to live in a place where Christmas is forever? TSC Senior Pastor Carter Conlon talks about Christmas as a time of joy, friends, kindness, and forgiveness… he shares the story behind the album “Where Christmas Never Ends.”

Former Broadway actors Chris & Andie Monteleone, a husband and wife team who have used musical theater as their mission field, are a true testimony that God is a miracle worker. Listen as they share how God used them to touch the lives of their coworkers in show business.

Violinist Rebecca Jackson & Pianist John Wineglass join their musical gifts to create worship that albeit purely instrumental, is the tool they use to spread the word about Christ.

Juha Antturi and wife Paivi personify the concept of music with a mission. They talk about how missions and worship have the same goal: reaching the people to bring them back to a place of worshiping The One true God. Features Finish music directed and composed by the Antturi family.

Poet & spoken word artist Mark Rogers’ formula for a good poem: truth & flavor. His message to young artists: don’t let the skill precede the message. Listen as he talks about how he had to “go to prison to be set free from prison” and how Jesus broke his hardheadedness to rebuild him.

Did you know that doing what you are good at to the best of your ability glorifies God? What about good singers who use church as a performance platform? Former R&B musician and now Gospel Choir Director Dale (Skip) Van Rensalier talks about humbleness and excellency in using our God-given gifts.

Dana Reed uses music to introduce children to the love of Christ. Listen as he encourages all people, big and small, to be successful in anything they put their hands to—doing what God calls you to do, exactly the way He told you to do it. He exhorts those who have a vision to minister to children to use the skill God has given you to deliver his love; after all, it’s not about the art, it’s about the heart!

London-bred singer-songwriter Lain Gray chats with Derek Davis about his experience as a Christian artist working in the secular music industry. Features songs from his two UK releases, Brother Soul and New Sounds of Worship.

Bass guitarist and songwriter Patrick Andy chats with Derek Davis about life in Madagascar. He talks about how he journeyed to New York as a musician and how God was with him along the way.

Being forced to make a life or death decision, actress, singer-songwritter, and worshiper Tiffany Thompson chooses the life of her daughter. Tiffany composes and sings a song on-the-spot for her daughter, whom she appropriately named Zoe (Greek for life). This is a must-hear for those who find it difficult to sing through uncertainty and hardship in life.

The former director of TRUCE, David Ham, talks about his life journey and his passion for performing arts, hip-hop, and inner-city youth. Listen to him as he assures you that as long as you separate yourself from the culture, the attitude, and the lifestyle of Hip-Hop, God can and will be glorified. You’ll be able to swing your ministry tool with the same aggression that hip-hop has but for His purposes.

Described as “anointed and organic”, Sita & Jacob are a husband and wife team whose only formula for reaching the unsaved is “to be real”. Their music extends a call to open our hearts to experiencing “love in its purest state,” Jesus, who is Sita & Jacob’s inspiration for using their gift as a way to reach those who need healing and redemption.

The latest member of the TSC Worship Leaders, Michelle Margiotta shares how her journey through music has taught her that the most important part of worship is not based on skill or what you can do for God, but based on the state of your heart. Songs featured on this podcast include the title track to her album State of Heart, Identity Crisis, You'll Carry Me, along with live acoustic performances of the songs Created to Worship and You Are My King. This is a great listen for anyone who's questioning the "realness" of a life in Christ.