The Podcast

43 | Matthew West Opens Up: The Exhaustion of Seeking Approval, God’s Will vs. Our Will & His New Journey

Five time Grammy-nominated artist, Matthew West, is talking with Lindsey Maestas today about how listening well has changed the way he does music and the impact that powerful stories have had on his own life.

Matthew gets honest and discusses his own personal struggles with insecurity and empty striving in spite of his platform and success. They also talk about the important differentiation between seeking God’s will and seeking God’s stamp of approval on our will.

Matthew West shares about his experience writing songs for esteemed artists like Rascal Flatts, Casting Crowns and Vince Gill and also sings to us as he shares one of the most powerful stories that impacted his music. 

We check in about his new and exciting project, The Matthew West Podcast, and he shares why he decided to pursue this new venture. 

Follow along with Matthew on Instagram @matthewjwest

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Follow along with Lindsey and her family on IG 

 

 
Lindsey

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