What if the songs we sing on Sunday are shaping our faith more than we realize?

In this episode of The Walk: Faith in the Real World, award-winning artist, songwriter, worship leader, and author Ginny Owens joins us for a thoughtful conversation about worship, theology, discipleship, and the responsibility of leading people in song.

After nearly three decades in Christian music, Ginny now serves at Redeemer Church Lincoln Square in New York City, where she helps lead worship in one of the most influential and spiritually diverse cities in the world. She shares what ministry looks like in a post-Christian culture, how worship can help people encounter Jesus, and why every worship leader should think deeply about the songs they choose.

Ginny also discusses her new EP, Different Kind of Water, inspired by Jesus' conversation with the woman at the well in John 4. The project explores the longing every person carries and why Christ alone offers the living water that truly satisfies.

Along the way, you'll hear stories from her years of touring, lessons learned from studying under Tim Keller, the vision behind The Asaph Project, and practical wisdom for worship leaders seeking to serve their churches with both theological depth and creativity.

Whether you're a worship leader, songwriter, pastor, or simply someone who loves the Church, this conversation will challenge you to think more intentionally about worship and the truths that shape your faith.

Guest Bio

Ginny Owens has been a leading voice in Christian music for nearly three decades. A Dove Award-winning singer-songwriter, worship leader, and author, Ginny currently serves at Redeemer Church Lincoln Square in New York City. Her latest EP, Different Kind of Water, explores themes of spiritual longing, identity, and the living water found only in Christ. She is also launching The Asaph Project, a new initiative designed to provide biblically grounded training and resources for worship leaders.

Episode Highlights

• What ministry looks like in a post-Christian culture like New York City

• Why worship songs are "portable theology" and shape what believers remember

• Lessons learned from studying under Tim Keller

• The vision behind The Asaph Project and training the next generation of worship leaders

• Why singability matters more than most worship leaders realize

• The story behind Ginny's new EP, Different Kind of Water

• How churches can better connect worship, theology, and discipleship

Pull Quote

"WORSHIP MUSIC IS OUR PORTABLE THEOLOGY. WHAT WE SING IS WHAT WE'RE GOING TO REMEMBER."

Sponsor

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Listen Links

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music

YouTube

Watch the full conversation on the Worship Leader Media YouTube channel.

What if the songs we sing on Sunday are shaping our faith more than we realize?
In this episode of The Walk: Faith in the Real World, award-winning artist, songwriter, worship leader, and author Ginny Owens joins us for a thoughtful conversation about worship, theology, discipleship, and the responsibility of leading people in song.
After nearly three decades in Christian music, Ginny now serves at Redeemer Church Lincoln Square in New York City, where she helps lead worship in one of the most influential and spiritually diverse cities in the world. She shares what ministry looks like in a post-Christian culture, how worship can help people encounter Jesus, and why every worship leader should think deeply about the songs they choose.
Ginny also discusses her new EP, Different Kind of Water, inspired by Jesus' conversation with the woman at the well in John 4. The project explores the longing every person carries and why Christ alone offers the living water that truly satisfies.
Along the way, you'll hear stories from her years of touring, lessons learned from studying under Tim Keller, the vision behind The Asaph Project, and practical wisdom for worship leaders seeking to serve their churches with both theological depth and creativity.
Whether you're a worship leader, songwriter, pastor, or simply someone who loves the Church, this conversation will challenge you to think more intentionally about worship and the truths that shape your faith.
Guest Bio
Ginny Owens has been a leading voice in Christian music for nearly three decades. A Dove Award-winning singer-songwriter, worship leader, and author, Ginny currently serves at Redeemer Church Lincoln Square in New York City. Her latest EP, Different Kind of Water, explores themes of spiritual longing, identity, and the living water found only in Christ. She is also launching The Asaph Project, a new initiative designed to provide biblically grounded training and resources for worship leaders.
Episode Highlights
&bull; What ministry looks like in a post-Christian culture like New York City
&bull; Why worship songs are "portable theology" and shape what believers remember
&bull; Lessons learned from studying under Tim Keller
&bull; The vision behind The Asaph Project and training the next generation of worship leaders
&bull; Why singability matters more than most worship leaders realize
&bull; The story behind Ginny's new EP, Different Kind of Water
&bull; How churches can better connect worship, theology, and discipleship
Pull Quote
"WORSHIP MUSIC IS OUR PORTABLE THEOLOGY. WHAT WE SING IS WHAT WE'RE GOING TO REMEMBER."
Sponsor
This episode is brought to you by Planning Center: the all-in-one software to help your church schedule volunteers, plan services, and stay organized. Try it free today at <a href="https://www.planningcenter.com/?utm_source=wlm&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=thewalk">https://www.planningcenter.com/?utm_source=wlm&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=thewalk</a>
Listen Links
Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music
YouTube
Watch the full conversation on the Worship Leader Media YouTube channel.

Part of the Worship Leader Magazine Podcast Network, The Walk is a weekly devotional podcast where faith meets story in powerful, personal ways.

Each episode features a first-person devotional from a worship leader, pastor, artist, or creative—believers who don’t just lead worship, but live it. These aren’t interviews; they’re heartfelt testimonies about walking with God in the highs and lows, the mundane and miraculous.

Produced by Worship Leader Magazine, a trusted resource in worship ministry for over 30 years, The Walk equips and encourages worshipers to cultivate a lifestyle of Spirit-led worship beyond the platform.

Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just beginning your journey, these stories will help you walk closer with Jesus.

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Part of the Worship Leader Magazine Podcast Network, The Walk is a weekly devotional podcast where faith meets story in powerful, personal ways.
Each episode features a first-person devotional from a worship leader, pastor, artist, or creative&mdash;believers who don&rsquo;t just lead worship, but live it. These aren&rsquo;t interviews; they&rsquo;re heartfelt testimonies about walking with God in the highs and lows, the mundane and miraculous.
Produced by Worship Leader Magazine, a trusted resource in worship ministry for over 30 years, The Walk equips and encourages worshipers to cultivate a lifestyle of Spirit-led worship beyond the platform.
Whether you&rsquo;re a seasoned leader or just beginning your journey, these stories will help you walk closer with Jesus.
Explore every episode: <a href="https://worshipleader.com/podcasts/" data-start="1072" data-end="1137">worshipleader.com/podcasts</a>

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You’ll hear the struggle.
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Because faith isn’t just a moment—it’s a walk. And you don’t have to walk it alone.

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The Walk Podcast shares real conversations with worshippers&mdash;moments when faith was tested, obedience cost something, and God showed up.
You&rsquo;ll hear the struggle. You&rsquo;ll hear the choice. You&rsquo;ll hear what God did.
Because faith isn&rsquo;t just a moment&mdash;it&rsquo;s a walk. And you don&rsquo;t have to walk it alone.
Hosted by <a href="https://www.bayturner.com/">Bay Turner</a> Part of the <a href="https://worshipleader.com/podcasts/">Worship Leader Magazine Podcast Network</a>
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The Walk Podcast: Faith in the Real World

Ginny Owens: What We Sing Shapes What We Believe

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