Grammy-winning worship leader Israel Houghton sits down with Pastor Rickie G. Rush for one of his most honest and unfiltered conversations ever.

Israel opens up about the storms behind the spotlight — the seasons of loss, loneliness, and starting over. He talks about the moment in a small apartment when God told him to sing again… and he told God he had nothing left to say. That breaking point became the beginning of real worship.

In this episode, Israel and Pastor Rush dive into:
• What happens when life knocks you off course
• Finding God when the music stops and the room goes quiet
• The power of honest worship and heart-level faith
• How God rewrites stories people try to end
• Why nothing changes until you decide to try

If you’ve ever faced storms, setbacks, or silent seasons, this conversation will speak straight to your spirit. Don’t miss it.

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instagram.com/israelhoughton
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Resources & Links

Connect with Pastor Rush:
Pastor Rickie G. Rush Website: http://www.rickierush.com/
Pastor Rickie G. Rush Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rickiegrush/
Pastor Rickie G. Rush Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickiegrush/
Pastor Rickie G. Rush Twitter: https://twitter.com/rickiegrush

In this episode of The Decide To Try Podcast with Pastor Rickie G. Rush, we sit down with Nikko and Simeon Dumas — a couple whose story blends faith, music, marriage, and ministry. Nikko shares her journey from professional singing — including her experience in Michael Jackson’s Heal the World video — to discovering her true purpose in worship and missions. Simeon opens up about his role as a husband, artist, and supporter, showing what it means to walk by faith and build a marriage rooted in God’s calling.

Resources & Links

Connect with Pastor Rush:
Pastor Rickie G. Rush Website: http://www.rickierush.com/
Pastor Rickie G. Rush Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rickiegrush/
Pastor Rickie G. Rush Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickiegrush/
Pastor Rickie G. Rush Twitter: https://twitter.com/rickiegrush

On this episode of The Decide To Try Podcast with Pastor Rickie G. Rush, we are joined by Grammy-nominated gospel artist Brent Jones — a man whose music has inspired millions with hits like He Rose, Don’t Wait Till Midnight, and Heaven’s In The Room.

In a powerful and transparent conversation, Brent shares his journey through the highs and lows of the gospel music industry, his calling to ministry, and the importance of holding on to faith when life challenges hit hard. Pastor Rush and Brent dive into topics like resilience, walking in your God-given passion, and what it truly means to decide to try — even when the odds are stacked against you.

From laughter to raw encouragement, this episode will strengthen your faith, renew your passion, and remind you that the gifts God has placed in you are meant to impact the world.

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Resources & Links

Connect with Pastor Rush:
Pastor Rickie G. Rush Website: http://www.rickierush.com/
Pastor Rickie G. Rush Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rickiegrush/
Pastor Rickie G. Rush Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickiegrush/
Pastor Rickie G. Rush Twitter: https://twitter.com/rickiegrush