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Each week on the Matthew West Podcast, Matthew is joined by some of his favorite artists, authors, athletes, and influencers such as Mark Hall from Casting Crowns, Olympic Gold Medalist Shawn Johnson East, Country Star Carly Pearce, Best selling author and podcast host Annie F. Downs, Comedian Michael Jr., and many more. In addition, listeners get a behind-the-scenes look in each episode at some of the powerful stories behind his music, plus a special segment "Dadvice" with Matthew's dad, popwe Director, Joe West.
Is He on Your Mind?
Episode 119
Today I’m taking your calls, taking you to a special performance I did at a school last week, and sharing some thoughts on how easy it is to get distracted on our journey of faith. I guess you could say, I’m reading a few pages from my journal for you today in the hopes that it will remind you to spend some time with God! Let’s go to the Story House!
My Story Your Glory
Episode 118
Today we are celebrating the release of my new song “My Story Your Glory.” I’m sharing the heart behind the song and even take some of your calls. Let’s go to the Story House!
The God Who Stays Book Release Party with Annie F. Downs
Episode 117
Today I’m celebrating the release of my brand new book, ‘The God Who Stays’! I’m so excited to share this book with the world! Join me today for a special conversation with my good friend and podcast buddy, Annie F. Downs as we discuss the heart behind the new book. Let’s go to the Story House!
Your Past is NOT on God’s Mind
Episode 116
Today I take a few calls, talk all about the amazing experience of my first concert at the Ryman Auditorium and about how excited I am for my new book ‘The God Who Stays’ to release on 9/6!!! Also, I’m going to share a devotion to remind us that while God has us on His mind, there’s one thing about us He doesn’t have on his mind. Our past mistakes! That’s good news! Let’s go to the Story House!
God has Your Needs on His Mind
Episode 115
Today I’m taking your calls, talking about all things Ryman Auditorium, the new book ‘The God Who Stays,’ and sharing a devotional about how God has our needs on His mind! Let’s go to the Story House!
Happy 2nd Birthday to the Matthew West Podcast
Episode 114
Today we are officially celebrating the 2nd birthday of the show. It’s crazy to think that this show that was born during the pandemic has now gone on to close to 3 million downloads! I’m so thankful. I’m taking your calls today and also sharing a devotion that I wrote during my own quiet time about what God has to say about our anxiety. I hope it will encourage you! Let’s go to the Story House!
Your Fear on His Mind
Episode 113
What makes you afraid? We all have fear in our life. We all face things that scare us. Maybe you are facing something right now and you’re afraid of the outcome, or afraid of stepping out in faith. Today, I’m going to share some thoughts on fear and how Scripture tells us that God has our fear on His mind. All through the Bible there is one reminder after another that we don’t have to be afraid because He is with us! Let’s go to the Story House!
How Good of God
Episode 112
Today, I’m taking you behind the scenes for a unique experience of seeing how my brand new song "How Good of God" was created. You’ll hear voice memos from me when the song idea first hit me, and really you’re going to get to see how a song goes from idea to recording to completion and finally to the stage. I’m so excited for this one, let’s go to the Story House and be reminded that we have a good God who is so good to us!
God Hears Your Prayers
Episode 111
Today I’m sharing some thoughts about what happens when we pray. Have you ever been discouraged in your prayer life? Ever wondered if your words just bounce off the ceiling? Maybe you’ve prayed over and over for the same thing and just don’t seem to see the answer you’ve hoped for? The enemy can discourage us into thinking that our prayers have no power. But today we are going to be reminded that God has our prayers on his mind. Let’s go to the Story House!
The Gift of a Broken Watch
Episode 110
Today I’m sharing the story of what happens when a grown man goes to camp. Also, I want to share a devotional message about the gift of a broken watch and the kind of rest that can only be found when we come to Jesus. Let’s go to the Story House!
Our Freedom on His Mind
Episode 109
Today I’m flying solo for a special episode of the podcast. I’ve got some stories to tell and a devotion to share that I hope will inspire you to think about the freedom you’ve been offered in Christ! Let’s go to the Story House!
Stephen Miller on the Art of Getting It Wrong
Episode 107
My guest today is an author, vlogger, and entrepreneur. His popular YouTube channel The Miller Fam has a million subscribers and his family journey is an inspiring one. We’re celebrating the release of his great new book, The Art of Messing Up. Let’s go to the Story House with Stephen Miller!
Jason Romano on Faith, Fatherhood and the power of Forgiveness
Episode 106
My guest today is long time Emmy award winning ESPN producer and now the host of the Sports Spectrum Podcast. He’s got a really important and powerful story about forgiveness that I know is going to encourage you today. Be sure to check out his book Live to Forgive. Lets go to the Story House with Jason Romano!
Before You Ask Her
Episode 105
Today at the Story House I’m celebrating the release of a brand new song called “Before You Ask Her.” This is a song that hits close to home, inspired by my journey as a dad of two daughters. Get your tissues ready! Joining me on today’s show are the West Girls, my wife Emily and my daughters Lulu and Delaney. Let’s go to the Story House for this special look inside a song that means a whole lot to me!
John Eldredge on How to Be Resilient During Turbulent Times
Episode 104
I can’t wait for you to join me for a great conversation on today’s podcast. My guest is a bestselling author of one of my favorite books of all time, Wild at Heart. He’s got a great new book called Resilient, and is going to share his heart on how to restore our weary souls during these difficult times in our world. Let’s go to the Story House with John Eldredge!
Bob Smiley Has a Funny Story to Tell
Episode 103
My guest today is a good friend and hilarious comedian. We met years ago on tour together and he has traveled around the country for years making people laugh and telling them about Jesus. I’m so excited to welcome Bob Smiley to the Story House!
Phil Waldrep on How to Stop Chasing Happy
Episode 102
My guest today is the author of a new book called Stop Chasing Happy. He and his wife, Debbie, are the founders of Women of Joy events that gather crowds by the thousands each year across the country. You’re going to love today’s conversation! Let’s go to the Story House with my friend Phil Waldrep!