Bella Taylor Smith
Most worship leaders know how to lead a room.
But what happens when no one’s watching?
In this episode, worship leader and winner of The Voice Australia, Bella Taylor Smith shares honestly about her personal rhythms with God, the struggle to stay consistent, and how private worship shapes public leadership. From her salvation story at a worship night to navigating platform after winning The Voice, Bella brings both depth and practicality.
We also dive into her two-part project—FOR THE HOUSE and FOR THE HOME—and why she believes worship isn’t just for church, but for everyday life.
If you want more authority, authenticity, and connection when you lead… it starts here.
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About Bella
Bella Taylor Smith is an artist, worship leader and songwriter from Sydney, Australia with a heart to create music that invites people to encounter God. Her journey in music began as a teenager leading worship at Hillsong Church in Sydney, where her love for sharing faith through music first took root.
After winning The Voice Australia in 2021, Bella released her ARIA-nominated pop EP and spent the following years touring with renowned artists in both the Pop and Christian space including Jeremy Camp, PENTATONIX and Riley Clemmons, while also leading worship in churches across the world. Her music has since been streamed and viewed over 50 million times across Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, reaching listeners in more than 200 countries.
In 2024, Bella relocated to Franklin, TN, with her husband (and producer) Josh Cole to further pursue her commitment to creating Christian music. Her debut Christian single, THANKYOU 1000X, marked the beginning of a new chapter, highlighting her heart for faith-driven songwriting and inspiring listeners to grow in their walk with Christ. Now with her upcoming two-part project, FOR THE HOUSE (for the Church) and for the home (for personal devotion). Bella is committed to building a body of work that serves both the Church and the wider world, blending artistry with ministry in every song she writes, and offering every listener an invitation to grow closer in their relationship with God.
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