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Season 2, Episode 6 – Streams in the Desert

📅 Airs Tuesday, August 22

Get ready, family! 🙌

This week on The Upper Room Faith Music Podcast:

🔥 Faith Calendar Updates – What’s happening right now in the Christian & Jewish seasons (Ordinary Time & Elul) and why it matters for YOU.

🌍 Global Prayer Focus – Standing with those in drought, unrest, and rebuilding.

🎸 Artist of the Day – A bold blast from the 80s you need to revisit: Steve Camp

🎤 This Week in Christian Music History – With Sarah!

🌵 Up-and-Coming Artist – Meet 19-year-old Emily Rae from Sedona, AZ, and her soulful new song Draw Me Near.

🙏 Pastor Vic Staples – Part 6 of his series The Easy Yoke, The Light Burden

📖 Reading of the Day

Don’t miss this one — it’s packed with truth, music, and encouragement you need this week. 🎧✨

Podcast Summary – Season 2, Episode 5: "The Turning Season"
Air Date: August 5
Hosted by Mike Brandon | Guest Segment with Teavana

In this spiritually rich episode of The Upper Room Faith Music Podcast, host Mike Brandon explores the theme of transformation as we enter a new season—both on the calendar and in our faith journeys. Titled "The Turning Season," the episode opens with reflections on the significance of the Hebrew month of Av and the upcoming shift into Elul, a time of repentance and preparation. In the Christian calendar, though labeled “Ordinary Time,” this season is framed as a moment for quiet growth and faithful alignment.

Mike shares global faith news, including revival events in Nigeria and interfaith prayer gatherings in Israel, emphasizing a worldwide call to intentional spiritual movement. The legacy artist spotlight highlights Cindy Morgan and her timeless anthem "I Will Be Free," followed by a segment from guest host Teavana, who reflects on key milestones in Christian music history—such as the impact of dc Talk’s Supernatural and Jaci Velasquez’s early acclaim.

Listeners are introduced to Jordan Elias, a 17-year-old from Dana Point, California, whose personal redemption story and debut single “Salt & Light” bring raw authenticity to the up-and-coming artist spotlight. The episode continues with Part 5 of Pastor Vic’s sermon series, “The Easy Yoke,” reminding believers that God’s call is not to weariness but to joy, trust, and spiritual ease.

The episode closes with a scripture reading from Psalm 16:11 and a heartfelt reminder from Mike Brandon that this is your turning season — a time to let go of the burden and embrace the fullness of God’s presence.

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Season 2, Episode 4 – “Between the Straits and the Spirit: A Season of Return”

In this powerful and reflective episode, host Mike Brandon and guest host Carol explore the intersection of Christian and Jewish spiritual seasons, drawing parallels between the Ordinary Time of the Christian calendar and the Jewish period of mourning known as Bein HaMetzarim (“Between the Straits”). The central message: this is a sacred season of reflection, growth, and returning to God.

Featured segments include:

Artist of the Day: Point of Grace – Celebrating their enduring harmonies and healing sound, with a nod to their legacy since their 1993 debut.
This Week in Christian Music History: Carol revisits milestones from Amy Grant, Point of Grace, and Casting Crowns, offering a nostalgic lens on how far Christian music has come.
Emerging Artist Spotlight: Easy to Take Notes – A lo-fi worship duo creating intimate, scripture-infused music, highlighted by their track “Before the Dew Falls.”
Song of the Day:“Negev Skies” by Ruach Tzelit – A haunting acoustic jam blending Hebrew chants and desert-inspired instrumentation, calling listeners back to the wilderness.
Sermon by Pastor VICS Staples: “The Table in the Desert” – A message of hope and provision for those walking through dry, transitional seasons.
Bible Reading of the Day: Isaiah 43:19 – A timely reminder that God is doing a new thing, even in the wilderness.

Mike and Carol close the episode with an invitation to slow down, listen, and return to the Spirit in this unique moment of spiritual convergence.

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Podcast Summary – Season 2, Episode 3: “Seasons of Strength”

In this spirit-filled episode of The Upper Room Faith Music Podcast, host Mike Brandon returns with a powerful blend of scripture, sound, and soul. We explore the deep meaning behind the current Christian and Jewish calendar seasons, reflecting on spiritual growth, mourning, and preparation.

Mike highlights legendary Christian metal band Whitecross, celebrating their bold witness and impact on faith-driven music. Guest host Mariah joins us for This Day in Christian Music History, revisiting iconic moments like DC Talk’s Jesus Freak announcement and Amy Grant’s groundbreaking success.

We also spotlight rising artist Eden Rae, a former punk rocker turned worship warrior, whose single “Wake the Stone” is shaking up the Christian alt-rock scene. From there, we step into the Archives of Faith with a fiery sermon clip from the late Pastor Vic Staples, reminding us that God often strengthens us in the shadows.

The episode closes with a moving reading from Romans 8:18–21, offering hope and eternal perspective to carry you through the week.

Whether you're walking through pain or pressing toward purpose, this episode reminds you that God is still working—and your song isn’t finished.

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Season 2, Episode 2 — The Season of Revelation: Tasting the Goodness of God

In this powerful episode, we enter the Season of Revelation — a time of divine clarity, breakthrough, and renewed faith. As we move through the current Christian calendar following Pentecost and reflect on the Jewish season of Sivan moving into Tammuz, we explore how God is revealing His goodness in both tradition and transformation. These sacred timelines intersect to remind us that God is not only near, but actively working in the hearts of His people.

Episode Highlights:

Christian and Jewish Calendar Insight: A deep dive into where we are spiritually on both calendars, and what it means for believers today. From the fire of Pentecost to the giving of the Torah at Sinai, this is a season to receive fresh direction and bold faith.

Artist Highlight: We feature a dynamic Christian artist whose work is speaking to the soul of a generation and drawing listeners into the presence of God.

This Day in Christian Music History: Special guest Monique joins us to reflect on a key moment in Christian music and why it still matters in today’s worship culture.

Up-and-Coming Artist Spotlight: Meet “Create,” an emerging artist with a bold new single titled “Echo Effect.” Get ready to experience a unique sound that blends creativity with conviction.

Featured Sermon: Pastor Vic Staples brings a powerful message called “He Reveals to Redeem,” delivering truth with clarity and fire. This word is for anyone seeking deeper purpose in the middle of uncertainty.

Bible Reading of the Day: We close the episode with a scripture reading to center your heart and mind on the promises of God.

This episode is all about recognizing what God is revealing in this moment — through music, the Word, and the seasons He established. Tune in and be reminded: His goodness is not just a concept, it's a reality waiting to be tasted.

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Season 2, Episode 1 of The Upper Room Faith Music Podcast opens with host Michael Brandon welcoming listeners into Ordinary Time, the longest season in the Christian calendar. He explains how this season follows the celebration of Pentecost and is marked not by dramatic events, but by steady spiritual growth, consistency, and faith lived out in everyday moments. Michael also connects this to the current time on the Jewish calendar, highlighting the season of post-Shavuot reflection and preparation leading up to the High Holy Days in the fall.

The episode then transitions into the Artist of the Day segment, where Michael introduces a Christian soul artist.

Following the artist of the day, guest host Nikki joins for the Weekly Christian Music Recap. We’ll discuss recent releases across gospel, contemporary worship, and indie Christian music.

The Emerging Artist segment features a short spotlight on an up-and-coming singer-songwriter with a new voice in acoustic worship music whose stripped-down home recordings are gaining attention on social media.

We will listen to a sermon from Pastor Ronaldo, covering Ascension and becoming an apprentice of Christ. Michael shares how this passage speaks to the spiritual steadiness of Ordinary Time, reminding listeners that Jesus is still in the boat, even when nothing big seems to be happening.

The episode closes with the Daily Reading, a short devotional scripture reading to carry into the week, along with a final prayer for peace, consistency, and spiritual endurance.

The Upper Room Faith Music Podcast Episode 15: Seasons of Revelation – Shavuot and Pentecost Aligned. In our powerful Season 1 finale, we journey through divine intersections in Episode 15: Seasons of Revelation – Shavuot and Pentecost Aligned. This special episode explores the deep spiritual and historical connections between the Jewish feast of Shavuot and the Christian celebration of Pentecost, revealing a shared heartbeat of divine encounter, revelation, and renewal across both faiths. We then spotlight our Artist of the Day, celebrating their unique sound and faith-driven message. Guest host Alyssa joins us for This Week in Christian Music History, where she takes us back to some of the most pivotal and inspiring moments that shaped the landscape of worship and gospel music. Next, we’re thrilled to unveil a brand-new track by rising artist Mandy Milford, whose voice and lyrics are already stirring hearts across the nation. Our episode continues with a sermon from the ever-insightful Father Zode, who brings a word on divine timing and spiritual harvest, perfectly in tune with the themes of Shavuot and Pentecost. Finally, we close out Season 1 with a heartfelt Bible reading, sealing this season with Scripture and inviting listeners into a deeper space of reflection and anticipation for what’s to come. Thank you for walking with us through Season 1 of The Upper Room Faith Music Podcast. The journey has only just begun.