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#221: Don Potter on Prophetic Music, The Dangers of Fame, & Spending Time with God [Podcast]

Don Potter has been a musical and worship pioneer for over 50 years. I was first introduced to Don through the groundbreaking Morningstar albums of the 90s and early 2000s. Prophetic singing, spontaneous songs that lasted over 30 minutes.

Here in this interview we dive deep into the Morningstar days, prophetic music, the dangers of fame, and spending time with Jesus. This may be my favorite interview of all time. You’ll have to listen to find out why.

Enjoy!

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In This Episode You’ll Hear More About:

  • Spending extended time with God
  • The power of consistent prayer over many years
  • Carpentry
  • Don’s spiritual upbringing
  • How “music business” was removed from Don’s life
  • The dangers of fame and how to navigate it
  • The story of Brian Johnson and Bethel Music (before it existed)
  • Why God gives incredible gifts (that can sell millions of records)
  • How to develop as a prophetic singer and musician
  • The one quality that all studio musicians have that is imperative for worship
  • The story behind the groundbreaking Morningstar CDs from the 90s & early 2000s.
  • Working with Rick Joyner at Morningstar
  • What is encouraging and concerning about the worship movement

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Comments

  1. VICTORIA says

    Thank you for having Don Potter on your Podcast. I love to hear his testimonies in Christ. He is always an encouragement, even to the laymen. God bless and multiply you both.

  2. Betty J Algier says

    Absolutely life giving. So glad I became acquainted with Don Potter. So revolutionary, explanatory, Holy Spirit filled teaching. Can’t say thank you enough for airing this. I WILL SHARE this with a number of people at my church family and others.

    Betty

  7. Sandy Walker says

    Thank you for this podcast with Don Potter. I’ve been familiar with Don since his much earlier years as a secular musician in Rochester. His work as a worship leader far surpasses any of his previous achievements, though it’s become clear that our Lord has been preparing him for the calling for a long, long time. Hearing Don tell his story and share the wisdom he has attained over his years in the Lord’s service. Thank you both for sharing.