Worship Ministry Training Podcast (For Worship Leaders)

Do you want to be a better worship leader? Worship Ministry Training is a monthly podcast for worship leaders. Giving you the practical training, tips, techniques, and mindset to help you excel musically, theologically and pastorally! Subscribe to get impactful interviews with experts in the field of worship leading, plus punchy, practical episodes that you can apply immediately to your ministry. For more free training resources for worship leaders, worship pastors, music directors, and worship team members visit www.worshipministrytraining.com

Worship Ministry Training is changing... 08/10/2026

Worship Ministry Training is changing... 💻 Coupon (20 available) - AcademyUpgrade ✨ Sign Up Here - Worship Ministry Training is changing, and honestly, it's the biggest shift I've made in 14 years of doing this. For over a decade I've focused almost entirely on equipping YOU, the worship leader. Courses, coaching calls, YouTube content, all aimed at making you better. But I've come to realize that training the worship leader alone isn't enough. Your team needs training too, and most of you don't have the time, the know-how, or the bandwidth to create devotionals, workshops, vocal warmups, onboarding pathways, team culture systems, and musician training videos on top of everything else you're already carrying! So I'm restructuring Worship Ministry Training around two pillars: one that equips you, and one that equips your entire team automatically. In this video I walk through exactly what's changing, what stays the same, and how these two systems work together to take weight off your shoulders without costing your volunteers a penny. I also mention a limited-time coupon code for the first people who watch this, so stick around to the end if you want to grab that. Whether you're a bivocational worship leader, a solo worship leader wearing 10 hats, or you're just tired of carrying all the training and admin alone, this one's for you. Know a worship leader who's stretched too thin trying to train their whole team by themselves? Be a friend and send them this video. ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - ============================= 🎉 WORSHIP MINISTRY TRAINING ACADEMY! 🎉 🚩 Get 15 days of Worship Ministry Academy for FREE: Gain skill and confidence while saving time and reducing overwhelm! Our Academy gives you access to 15 in-depth courses, live monthly coaching calls, weekly Q&A sessions, pre-built admin systems, team training documents, discipleship material, and a supportive community. Everything you need to build a thriving Worship Ministry! Start your 15 day FREE TRIAL today! /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/42362945

The approval trap that's quietly killing worship leaders 08/03/2026

The approval trap that's quietly killing worship leaders 🙏 Spiritual Affirmations - Most worship leaders are leading for approval and don't even realize it. If you replay every service on the drive home, spiral when nobody says anything afterward, feel defensive the second someone gives you feedback, or secretly compare your small room to the highlight reels on Instagram, this conversation is for you. I sit down with Amber Peairs, who served as worship pastor at Gateway Church in Dallas for over 19 years (the church Kari Jobe came from) and now leads The Worship Life. We go deep on one of the most important and least-talked-about issues in worship ministry: leading from a secure identity in Christ versus leading for the approval of people. Amber didn't figure this out until year 15 of ministry. Neither did I. We get specific about what approval-driven leadership actually looks like: chasing a bigger platform before you've been faithful to the one you have, over-committing to every opportunity because saying no feels like disappearing, name-dropping to prove yourself, and getting defensive when anyone pushes back. We've both been there, and we name it honestly. Then Amber raises the question that cuts deepest: Who are you if you never lead worship again? She shares what happened when God told her to step away from leading for two full months, what she heard Him say during that silence, and how it permanently changed the way she leads. You don't want to miss that part. She also walks through the daily practices that have kept her anchored and free from approval-seeking for over 35 years of ministry, and the difference between healthy ambition and approval-driven striving (it's not always obvious which one you're in). Whether you're a brand-new worship leader still finding your footing, a worship pastor deep into your tenure, or someone who's been leading for decades and still wrestles with insecurity, this one's for you. Know a worship leader who's stuck in the approval trap? Be a friend and send this to them. RESOURCES MENTIONED: ✨ Healthy Leaders From the Inside Out (8-week fall cohort) - ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - ============================= 🎉 WORSHIP MINISTRY TRAINING ACADEMY! 🎉 🚩 Get 15 days of Worship Ministry Academy for FREE: Gain skill and confidence while saving time and reducing overwhelm! Our Academy gives you access to 15 in-depth courses, live monthly coaching calls, weekly Q&A sessions, pre-built admin systems, team training documents, discipleship material, and a supportive community. Everything you need to build a thriving Worship Ministry! Start your 15 day FREE TRIAL today! /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/42210950

The Secret Struggles of a Female Worship Leader 07/20/2026

5 mistakes killing your church's mix 07/13/2026

5 mistakes killing your church's mix 🎤 Audio Course (50% off): 🎓 Playing In Parts (Free Lesson): 📄 Mixing Cheat Sheet: Most worship leaders assume a muddy mix is a soundboard problem. After 20 years of leading worship in churches ranging from 100 to 10,000 in size, I can tell you: most of the time, it's not. These 5 "mudslingers" will show you exactly what's actually killing your clarity and how to fix each one fast. Whether you're the worship leader running sound yourself, you're coaching a volunteer sound tech, or you just want a cleaner, more professional mix on Sunday mornings, these fixes will help. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: - The mic technique mistake your singers are probably making right now - Why your microphone brand matters more than you think - How your band's choices are creating muddy buildup (and how to fix it) - The one filter you should be using on almost every channel - The specific frequency range you need to CUT before you ever touch the highs Leave a comment and tell me which mudslinger you're going to tackle first this week! Know a worship leader who's been fighting a muddy mix? Be a friend and send this to them! RESOURCES MENTIONED: 🎤 Top Vocal Mics for Worship Leaders - 🎸 Guitar modeler recommendation - ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - ============================= 🎉 WORSHIP MINISTRY TRAINING ACADEMY! 🎉 🚩 Get 15 days of Worship Ministry Academy for FREE: Gain skill and confidence while saving time and reducing overwhelm! Our Academy gives you access to 15 in-depth courses, live monthly coaching calls, weekly Q&A sessions, pre-built admin systems, team training documents, discipleship material, and a supportive community. Everything you need to build a thriving Worship Ministry! Start your 15 day FREE TRIAL today! /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/41958660

Stop Singing Other Churches’ Songs (Worship Songwriting Masterclass) 07/06/2026

Stop Singing Other Churches’ Songs (Worship Songwriting Masterclass) 🚀 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - Most worship leaders think writing original music is only for major labels or professional touring bands. But what if the next powerful anthem your congregation needs is already hidden within your team? In this exclusive masterclass conversation, Grammy-nominated and Dove Award-winning songwriter Krissy Nordhoff breaks down the exact steps to launching a healthy culture of worship songwriting for churches. We move past the surface and dive deep into the practical workflows, relational dynamics, and spiritual disciplines required to shepherd the unique voice of your local church. Whether you’re a seasoned writer wanting to refine your craft or a worship pastor trying to build a creative community from scratch, this insightful teaching will give you the tools and the confidence to start writing original songs for your ministry. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: - The hidden biblical mandate behind why your local church needs fresh songs - Why you should stop critiquing modern worship music and do this instead - A breakdown of the 3 songwriter personality types and how to find your strengths - The exact daily framework to inspire your heart and stay spiritually rooted - Practical hacks for organizing raw song ideas using voice memos and digital tools - How to handle creative conflict and navigate publishing splits in a church co-write - The blueprint for launching a sustainable worship songwriting ministry that lasts Know a worship leader or worship team member who needs to see this? Be a friend and send it to them! Krissy's site: ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - ============================= 🎉 WORSHIP MINISTRY TRAINING ACADEMY! 🎉 🚩 Get 15 days of Worship Ministry Academy for FREE: Gain skill and confidence while saving time and reducing overwhelm! Our Academy gives you access to 15 in-depth courses, live monthly coaching calls, weekly Q&A sessions, pre-built admin systems, team training documents, discipleship material, and a supportive community. Everything you need to build a thriving Worship Ministry! Start your 15 day FREE TRIAL today! /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/41411145

Why Your Worship Vocals Sound Messy (And Our 30-Minute Fix) 06/15/2026

Why Your Worship Vocals Sound Messy (And Our 30-Minute Fix) 🎤 Vocal Arrangements Lesson (Free) - 🗣️ Vocal Warmups (Free) - 💻 Vocal Mastery Mini-Course ($19 sale) - Most worship leaders think great Sunday vocal blend just happens naturally. But how do you actually take a stage full of individual singers who sound weak, wobbly, or disconnected, and transform them into a tight, unified powerhouse where everyone sounds incredible together? In this video, I pull back the curtain on the exact 30-minute vocal rehearsal framework I use to blend worship vocalists to absolute perfection. You'll learn exactly how to run an efficient, high-impact vocal rehearsal that locks in tight harmonies, eliminates clashing, and builds flawless vocal chemistry across your entire worship team. If you are tired of fighting messy background vocals, or you're a music director trying to maximize your limited rehearsal time, this short, but practical lesson will give you a proven blueprint to achieve that polished, "one-voice" vocal sound this weekend. 🔥 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: - The strategic midpoint placement where a 30-minute vocal rehearsal actually belongs - Smart alternate scheduling options if you don't have an extra musician to run the band - How to save time and protect vocal endurance with a simple technique - A game-changing voice memo trick to build a permanent library of custom worship vocals for your team Know a worship leader or worship team member who needs to see this? Be a friend and send it to them! ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - https://sendfox.com/lp/m8zwvr 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - ============================= 🎉 WORSHIP MINISTRY TRAINING ACADEMY! 🎉 🚩 Get 15 days of Worship Ministry Academy for FREE: Gain skill and confidence while saving time and reducing overwhelm! Our Academy gives you access to 15 in-depth courses, live monthly coaching calls, weekly Q&A sessions, pre-built admin systems, team training documents, discipleship material, and a supportive community. Everything you need to build a thriving Worship Ministry! Start your 15 day FREE TRIAL today! ============================= 00:00 Intro 00:33 When to Do the Vocal Rehearsal 01:59 The 3 Singer Rule 02:22 Tip 1 02:40 Tip 2 03:43 Tip 3 04:36 Tip 4 05:40 Tip 5 07:22 Tip 6 07:54 Tip 7 09:21 Bonus Tip 10:13 Free Resource & Mini Course /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/41508420

Major Misconceptions about "Worship Music" 06/01/2026

Major Misconceptions about "Worship Music" 🚀 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - Many of us have been trained to equate music with worship, but the reality is that music is only a "narrow sliver" of what it truly means to honor God. In this video, we break down the major misconceptions about "worship music" and explore a biblical definition of worship that changes everything for worship leaders and their congregations. What You’ll Learn in This Video: The Definition of True Worship: Why worship is actually a whole-life endeavor and a life submitted to bringing God glory in all things. Music vs. Worship: Understanding why music is a powerful tool, but singing does not automatically equal worship. The "Noise" Warning: Why God sometimes rejects our songs when our hearts aren't in the right place, as seen in Amos 5. Excellence in Ministry: Why playing skillfully and with excellence matters to the Creator of the universe. The Power of Singing: How singing acts as a mnemonic device to drip truth into our hearts and help us remember God’s promises. Singing to One Another: The surprising New Testament command to sing for the edification of the brothers and sisters around you. Key Biblical Insights: Worship is always a "revelation and response". We see who God is, and then we respond rightly to Him with our minds and our hearts. Whether you have a "joyful noise" or a highly trained voice, you are commanded to sing—not just for God’s glory, but to encourage the faith of your church family. If you’re a worship leader who wants to move beyond the "music genre" and lead your team into a deeper, whole-life understanding of worship, this video is for you! Share this with your worship team to help realign your ministry with these biblical truths! ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - ============================= 🎉 WORSHIP MINISTRY TRAINING ACADEMY! 🎉 🚩 Get 15 days of Worship Ministry Academy for FREE: Gain skill and confidence while saving time and reducing overwhelm! Our Academy gives you access to 15 in-depth courses, live monthly coaching calls, weekly Q&A sessions, pre-built admin systems, team training documents, discipleship material, and a supportive community. Everything you need to build a thriving Worship Ministry! Start your 15 day FREE TRIAL today! /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/41275330

Most Worship Leaders Get This Wrong About Worship 05/18/2026

3 Song Selection Mistakes Killing Your Church’s Worship 05/11/2026

Planning Center is Only Half the Battle. Meet the Other Half. 05/06/2026

Inside Red Rocks Worship: Staff Meetings, Songwriting, Live Albums & Hot Takes 05/04/2026

I Built the App Every Worship Leader Needs 04/20/2026

I Built the App Every Worship Leader Needs 👉 Free Trial: Worship leader: if you feel overworked, stretched thin, and buried in communication, planning, team training, and weekly set building… this app was built for you. After 4 months and $10,000 of development, I created Worship OS: an app designed to help worship leaders and worship teams lead with more ease, excellence, and less chaos. In this video, I show you exactly how Worship OS works and how you can try it free. 🤔 What is Worship OS? Worship OS stands for Worship Operating System — an all-in-one worship leader app that brings together the essential tools you need to run a healthy, organized worship ministry. Instead of juggling multiple apps, group texts, planning tools, and disconnected systems, Worship OS helps you manage everything in one place. 👀 Inside Worship OS: - Team communication hub - Private messages and group messages - Feed posts, polls, voice memos, videos, and pictures - Automatic birthday reminders - Weekly worship team devotions - Subgroups for campuses, bands, or ministry teams - Automated worship team onboarding - Training workflows for new team members - Audition materials and expectation documents - Worship AI setlist helper - Call to worship suggestions - Smart planner for ministry best practices - Planning Center integration - Mobile app for worship team members ❤️ Why worship leaders love this Worship leaders are some of the most overworked and under-resourced people in the church. You didn’t sign up to be a project manager — you signed up to lead people to Jesus. 🙌 Worship OS helps you: - save time every week - simplify worship team communication - organize your ministry - onboard and train new volunteers - build better worship sets faster - create healthy ministry rhythms - reduce stress and chaos 🤝 Perfect for: - Worship leaders - Worship pastors - Church worship teams - Volunteer worship teams - Churches using Planning Center - Ministries wanting better worship team communication and planning 😎 Try Worship OS free: 👉 If you’re part of the Worship Ministry Training Academy, Worship OS is included for free. ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/40764655

2 Big Reasons Your Church Isn't Singing 04/13/2026

An honest conversation with Jenn Johnson 04/06/2026

An honest conversation with Jenn Johnson 🚀 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 🚩 NOTE FOR TRANSPARENCY: Due to a legal issue over something that was said, a portion of this interview had to be cut out. The options were take it down completely or cut out the section in question. I chose for the latter, so that worship leaders could at least hear the rest of the conversation. Jenn Johnson joins me for a candid interview about Bethel's theology, controversies, scandals, and finances. Worship leaders everywhere have heard rumors about Bethel Church, and many feel conflicted and concerned. Bethel writes some truly great songs, but certain aspects of their theology and practices raise questions. Should we continue to sing those songs? Do we have valid reasons to be concerned? Jenn graciously lets me ask her all the questions worship leaders have about Bethel Church and Bethel Music. Find out what Jenn and the leadership at Bethel really believe. If you (or someone you know) feels conflicted about whether or not we should sing Bethel songs, hopefully this conversation brings clarity and the answers you’re looking for. Be a friend and send this to someone who needs to hear it. ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - ============================= 🎉 WORSHIP MINISTRY TRAINING ACADEMY! 🎉 🚩 Get 15 days of Worship Ministry Academy for FREE: Gain skill and confidence while saving time and reducing overwhelm! Our Academy gives you access to 15 in-depth courses, live monthly coaching calls, weekly Q&A sessions, pre-built admin systems, team training documents, discipleship material, and a supportive community. Everything you need to build a thriving Worship Ministry! Start your 15 day FREE TRIAL today! /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/40548065

How to Build Worship Sets That Actually Move People (Full Step-by-Step Workshop) 03/16/2026

How to Make Small Worship Teams Sound Massive (10 Pro Tips) 03/09/2026

How to Make Small Worship Teams Sound Massive (10 Pro Tips) 🎶 101 Congregational Songs - 📖 Strong Songs Guide - 📝 Capo Cheat Sheet - ▶️ Vocal Cues Vid - Small worship team? Just you and a guitar? 🎸 This video gives you 10 pro tips to make your acoustic worship sets sound massive—even when you’re leading worship alone or running a simple piano + guitar setup. Learn how to create dynamics, space, and warmth so your church can truly engage. Whether you’re leading solo or with a tiny band, these practical worship leader strategies will help your acoustic Sundays feel full, dynamic, and powerful. Send this to someone who leads acoustic or with a small, but mighty team! 🥁 Kick Drum Trigger - 🥁 Kick Drum Pedal - 0:01 - Introduction 0:39 - Tip 1 1:17 - Tip 2 2:08 - Tip 3 4:43 - Tip 4 6:22 - Tip 5 6:51 - Tip 6 7:18 - Bonus Tip 7:25 - Tip 7 8:37 - Tip 8 9:19 - Technical Tips Introduction 9:24 - Tech Tip 1 10:37 - Tech Tip 2 11:34 - Tech Tip 3 12:01 - The Most Important Tip 13:24 - Live Performance: Spoken Intro 14:09 - Song 1: "His Mercy Is More" 18:27 - Song 2: "Cornerstone" 22:41 - Song 3: "10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord)" ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - ============================= 🎉 WORSHIP MINISTRY TRAINING ACADEMY! 🎉 🚩 Get 15 days of Worship Ministry Academy for FREE: Gain skill and confidence while saving time and reducing overwhelm! Our Academy gives you access to 15 in-depth courses, live monthly coaching calls, weekly Q&A sessions, pre-built admin systems, team training documents, discipleship material, and a supportive community. Everything you need to build a thriving Worship Ministry! Start your 15 day FREE TRIAL today! /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/39015470

Women Worship Leaders! The unique struggles and strengths of being a female in worship ministry 03/02/2026

Worship Pastor Charged with Murdering Wife: A Warning for Leaders 02/26/2026

Stop Letting the Wrong People In: Worship Team Auditions (Masterclass) 02/16/2026

Unforgettable Easter & Christmas Services (How top worship leaders plan) 02/09/2026

Should we sing Bethel, Hillsong, and Elevation in church? 02/02/2026

STOP comparing your worship team to Hillsong! 01/19/2026

Nashville Number System Made Easy for Worship Bands (with Live Example) [FREE CHEAT SHEET] 01/12/2026

Worship Drums: How to talk to your drummer as a worship leader 12/15/2025

Building A Multi-Generational Worship Ministry w/ The Heritage 12/01/2025

Building A Multi-Generational Worship Ministry w/ The Heritage 🚩 How do you get the old and the young in your church passionately worshiping together in unity? And how do you get your 70 year old bass player to play well with your more contemporary musicians? In this episode, I chat with Josh and Chris from The Heritage about building thriving multi-generational worship ministries! These worship pastors have successfully created teams where traditional and contemporary musicians not only coexist but excel together - with a rock band alongside a passionate, all-age choir that authentically engages in worship. We dive into practical strategies for bridging generational gaps, implementing new systems (like click tracks!) without causing rebellion, and fostering musical excellence across age groups. Plus, they share the incredible story of how writing songs for their local church unexpectedly led to a record deal and touring with Chris Tomlin - all because of a dog sale! Know a worship leader struggling with generational tensions in their team? Share this episode - it might be exactly what they need to hear! ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - ============================= 🎉 WORSHIP MINISTRY TRAINING ACADEMY! 🎉 🚩 Get 15 days of Worship Ministry Academy for FREE: Gain skill and confidence while saving time and reducing overwhelm! Our Academy gives you access to 15 in-depth courses, live monthly coaching calls, weekly Q&A sessions, pre-built admin systems, team training documents, discipleship material, and a supportive community. Everything you need to build a thriving Worship Ministry! Start your 15 day FREE TRIAL today! /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/37915965

Kristian Stanfill on secret sin that nearly ruined his life 11/24/2025

Help your drummer play with a metronome or click track 11/17/2025

Writers of 'What A Beautiful Name' on Leaving Hillsong, Humility & Their New Mission 11/03/2025

10 Vital Steps to Hire a Worship Leader (for Churches) 10/20/2025

10 Vital Steps to Hire a Worship Leader (for Churches) 📝 Free Job Description - 📬 Send your job to 20,000 Worship Leaders - Hiring a worship leader for your church? This decision can make or break your worship ministry! In this video, I break down a complete 10-step process to help you find the PERFECT candidate while avoiding costly mistakes that could haunt your church for years. From defining your needs and budget to conducting interviews and making the final offer, I'll walk you through exactly what to do (and what NOT to do) when bringing on this crucial team member. Ready to transform your hiring process? I share insider tips on what to look for in videos, how to spot red flags early, and even how to handle the tricky situation when a candidate is currently employed at another church. Plus, I reveal the two key qualities every worship leader must possess (hint: one is humility!). Don't miss the special resources I've created to make this process smoother for you! Know a church that's currently hiring? Share this video with them - it might save them years of headaches and heartbreak! ============================= 🔥 Free Worship Leader Starter Kit - 📄 Free Devos for Worship Teams - 💻 Free Worship Leader Course - 📖 Free Set Building E-Book - 🎓 Academy for Worship Leaders (15 days free) - 🤳 Instagram - ============================= 🎉 WORSHIP MINISTRY TRAINING ACADEMY! 🎉 🚩 Get 15 days of Worship Ministry Academy for FREE: Gain skill and confidence while saving time and reducing overwhelm! Our Academy gives you access to 15 in-depth courses, live monthly coaching calls, weekly Q&A sessions, pre-built admin systems, team training documents, discipleship material, and a supportive community. Everything you need to build a thriving Worship Ministry! Start your 15 day FREE TRIAL today! /episode/index/show/worshipteamtraining/id/37432575

Music Director vs Worship Leader: What's the Difference? 10/13/2025

Worship Ministry Training Podcast (For Worship Leaders)

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