In this episode of the City Church Charlotte podcast, the conversation continues in the series on a biblical approach to leaders and disciple makers with a focus on living a life of generosity. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 9, the discussion highlights how generosity is essential to effective leadership and flows into every area of life including words, prayer, time, encouragement, and resources. The episode explores how generosity is rooted in trust in God as the source and contrasts this with the pull of mammon, describing how giving breaks selfishness and brings freedom. Through biblical examples and practical insight, listeners are encouraged to see generosity as a lifestyle that brings life to others, strengthens faith, and creates lasting impact both personally and in community. To learn more about City Church Charlotte and get connected, visit citychurchcharlotte.org.

In this episode, we unpack how insecurity can quietly damage leadership and ministry more than external opposition ever could. The conversation dives into how leaders often fall into traps of comparison, control, and people-pleasing when their identity is not firmly grounded in Christ. Using powerful biblical examples and real-life leadership insights, the episode contrasts insecure leadership which limits growth with secure leadership that empowers others and builds thriving communities. Listeners are encouraged to develop self-awareness without becoming self-focused, to trust God’s calling over public opinion, and to lead from a place of spiritual confidence rather than fear. This message is a compelling reminder that the health of a leader’s inner life directly shapes the culture they create. Discover more at citychurchcharlotte.org.

In this episode of the City Church Charlotte podcast, the series A Biblical Approach to Leaders and Disciplemakerscontinues with a message titled “Deep Love for People,” emphasizing that true biblical leadership is rooted in a genuine, Christlike love for others. The conversation highlights how God’s heart has always been for people, pointing to examples from Scripture such as Jesus’ compassion, God’s concern for Nineveh, and Paul’s words about carrying believers in his heart rather than treating them as tasks or responsibilities. Listeners are challenged to move beyond transactional relationships and instead embrace an unconditional love that reflects the heart of Jesus, recognizing that people are not interruptions but the very purpose of ministry. The episode also teaches that the true mark of a disciple is love, as seen in John 13, and that leaders reproduce who they are, meaning authentic love must be lived out, not just spoken. Practical expressions of this love include praying faithfully for others, being fully present, encouraging intentionally, and loving sacrificially with time, care, and compassion. Ultimately, this message calls believers to see people as family, to share life deeply, and to lead in a way that reflects the love of Christ in every interaction. To learn more about City Church Charlotte and join a service, visit citychurchcharlotte.org.

In this episode of the City Church Charlotte podcast, the series A Biblical Approach to Leaders and Disciplemakerscontinues with a message titled “Anointed to Lead,” focusing on how true spiritual leadership flows from the presence and power of the Holy Spirit rather than position or personal ability. The conversation explains that the anointing is what empowers believers to hear God’s voice, follow Jesus faithfully, and lead others through spiritual influence rooted in relationship with Him. Drawing from Scripture, including John 10 and examples throughout the Bible, the episode emphasizes that hearing God’s voice comes through time in His Word, worship, and daily connection with His presence, making leadership a lifestyle rather than a moment. Listeners are challenged to lead by example, recognizing that discipleship means helping others follow Christ by first walking closely with Him themselves. The discussion also highlights that Spirit led leadership creates both safety and momentum by encouraging rather than controlling, and by calling out God’s purpose in others instead of manipulating behavior. Evidence of the anointing is seen in obedience, humility, spiritual maturity, and the ability to influence others toward Jesus without pressure, ultimately producing more disciplemakers. This episode encourages believers to trust the Good Shepherd, lead with courage and conviction, and rely fully on the Holy Spirit as they help others grow in their faith. To learn more about City Church Charlotte and join a service, visit citychurchcharlotte.org.

In this episode of the City Church Charlotte podcast, the series A Biblical Approach to Leaders and Disciplemakerscontinues with a message titled “A Reputation of Spiritual Power,” focusing on what it truly means for leaders to carry evidence of God’s work in their lives rather than relying on personality, gifting, or human effort. Drawing from the examples of Jesus and Paul in 1 Corinthians 2, the conversation highlights that biblical leadership is marked by dependence on the Holy Spirit, not self-reliance, and that true spiritual authority flows from a life surrendered to Christ. The episode unpacks how this kind of power is revealed through humility, boldness, prayer, conviction, and a life that consistently points others to Jesus instead of self. Through biblical examples such as Paul’s transformation on the road to Damascus and Peter’s heart change in Acts 10, listeners are reminded that only the Holy Spirit can truly transform lives, break strongholds, and produce lasting fruit. The discussion also challenges leaders to examine the reputation they are building, encouraging them to pursue a life where people encounter Jesus through their leadership rather than being impressed by human ability. This episode ultimately calls believers to trust fully in the Spirit of God, live with spiritual authority, and lead in a way that reflects the power and presence of Christ. To learn more about City Church Charlotte and join a service, visit citychurchcharlotte.org.

In this episode of the City Church Charlotte podcast, the series A Biblical Approach to Leaders and Disciplemakers continues with a message titled “Anchored in God’s Word,” exploring how true leadership, discipleship, and spiritual growth must be firmly grounded in Scripture. The conversation emphasizes that biblical leadership flows from the character of Jesus and the authority of God’s Word rather than personal opinion, cultural trends, or changing ideas. Through examples from the life of Jesus, including His response to temptation in the wilderness, listeners are reminded of the power of declaring “it is written” and the importance of knowing Scripture personally in order to stand firm in moments of doubt, challenge, and decision. The episode also highlights how the early disciples relied on Scripture, how believers today can properly study and apply the Bible in context, and why leaders must handle God’s Word with integrity, accountability, and humility. In a world shaped by fast moving trends and short attention spans, this message encourages believers to slow down, read Scripture deeply, seek understanding, and allow God’s truth to shape every area of life from relationships and leadership to daily decisions and personal convictions. To learn more about City Church Charlotte and join a service, visit citychurchcharlotte.org.

In this episode of the City Church Charlotte podcast, the new series A Biblical Approach to Leaders and Disciplemakersbegins with a foundational message titled “Passionately in Love with Jesus,” emphasizing that true leadership and disciplemaking start not with strategy, gifting, or influence, but with a deep and genuine relationship with Christ. The conversation explores how the Great Commission flows out of intimacy with Jesus, highlighting that before believers are called to go and make disciples, they are first invited to come and worship Him. Drawing from Matthew 28, the life of Jesus, and the restoration of Peter, the episode teaches that effective leadership grows from daily devotion, consistent time with God, and a love relationship that produces courage, obedience, and spiritual overflow. Listeners are encouraged to cultivate daily rhythms of prayer, Scripture, and worship so that their lives and leadership flow from being filled with the presence of Jesus rather than striving through performance or pressure. This episode challenges believers to measure leadership not by influence or achievement but by how closely they follow Christ and how His love flows through them to others. To learn more about City Church Charlotte and join a service, visit citychurchcharlotte.org.

In this episode of the City Church Charlotte podcast, listeners are introduced to an upcoming series titled A Biblical Approach to Leaders and Disciplemakers, offering an overview of what it means for every believer to walk worthy of their calling by helping others follow Jesus. The conversation explains that discipleship is not limited to church leadership but is a calling for parents, friends, students, and everyday believers to grow as apprentices of Christ while guiding others toward spiritual maturity. Drawing from Psalm 78 and 2 Timothy 2, the episode highlights two essential pillars of biblical leadership: integrity of heart and skillful hands, emphasizing both character and competence in disciplemaking. Using the powerful example of the Hebrew midwives in Exodus 1, the discussion illustrates how faithful leaders come alongside others to protect and nurture the promises of God in their lives, choosing to fear God rather than people and encouraging growth instead of discouragement. This introductory episode sets the vision for the series by challenging listeners to invest in others, embrace their role in making disciples, and become spiritual encouragers who help people step into God’s purposes. To learn more about City Church Charlotte and join a service, visit citychurchcharlotte.org.

In this episode of the City Church Charlotte podcast, the focus turns to one of the most hope filled prayers in Scripture as the conversation walks through Ephesians 3:14 to 21 and Paul’s prayer for inner strength and spiritual fullness. For anyone feeling tired, anxious, weak, or overwhelmed, this message highlights that real change begins from the inside out as Paul prays that believers would be strengthened with power through the Spirit in their inner being and that Christ would dwell fully in their hearts. Using the images of a solid foundation and deep roots, the episode emphasizes being rooted and established in God’s love rather than measuring worth by outward performance or circumstances, reminding listeners that their foundation is Jesus and His finished work. The discussion also unpacks repentance as a return to what Christ has already secured, encouraging believers to step out of shame and walk again in the fullness of God. Finally, the episode explores the promise that God is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or think, not as shallow abundance, but as the overflow of His power at work within us in everyday life. To learn more about City Church Charlotte and join a service, visit citychurchcharlotte.org.

In this episode of the City Church Charlotte podcast, a new series begins in the New Testament book of Ephesians with a powerful focus on identity, unity, and the mystery of the gospel revealed in Christ. Centered on Ephesians 3:1 to 13, the conversation unpacks Paul’s description of a mystery once hidden for ages, that through Jesus people from every background can become heirs together, members together, and sharers together in the promises of God. Listeners are reminded that before Christ there were barriers separating people from God, but through the finished work of Jesus those barriers were removed and believers now have direct access and oneness with Him. From Paul’s prison setting to the revival history of the church in Ephesus, the episode highlights that faith is not just personal but communal, and that the church plays a vital role in revealing the manifold wisdom of God to the world and even to the spiritual realm. This message encourages every listener to see themselves as included in God’s eternal story, to embrace community, and to live out their identity in Christ alongside others. To learn more about City Church Charlotte and join a service, visit citychurchcharlotte.org.