The Reprogram Podcast

In Episode 17 of the Reprogram Podcast, Pastor Mike Darnell reveals why discipleship is more than attending church, listening to sermons, or consuming Christian content online. True discipleship requires commitment, submission, service, sacrifice, and joining the mission God has placed before you.Pastor Mike explains how discipleship renews your mind, develops your character, increases your spiritual capacity, and prepares you to carry Kingdom authority. He also addresses the danger of following too many competing voices and why every believer needs a primary spiritual voice, a local church, and a community where they can be trained and transformed.If you desire to fulfill your Kingdom assignment, you cannot skip the process of discipleship. God develops you through faithfulness, service, commitment, and giving yourself to something greater than your personal calling. Subscribe to the Reprogram Podcast, leave a comment, and share this episode with someone who is serious about growing in God and advancing His Kingdom.

What does it mean to stop living by the flesh and start living by the Spirit? In Part 6 of What Do We Do Now?, we are called back to the higher calling and reminded that we were never placed on the earth simply to survive.

God has equipped His church with gifts and power for the work of ministry. We are called to participate in the expansion of His Kingdom, and God disciples us for that expansion. This means our lives cannot be governed solely by our own desires, strength, resources, or the need to survive.

In this message, we explore the difference between living according to the flesh and living according to the Spirit. Romans 8 reveals that what governs our minds ultimately affects how we live. When we set our minds on the things of the flesh, the influence of the Spirit is absent. But when we set our minds on the things of the Spirit, we can follow His guidance and work by the Spirit.

As AI and technology increasingly automate aspects of human survival, we are confronted with an important question: If survival is not why we are here, then what is our real work? Technology may help us accomplish more, but it cannot give us our purpose, explain the Kingdom, or lead us into our calling. Our real work comes from God.

This is the call: stop living by the flesh, start living by the Spirit, and return to the higher calling of expanding the Kingdom.

Scriptures

Ephesians 4:11–16 • Romans 8:5–8 • Romans 8:12–14

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In this powerful St. Louis Pop-Up episode of the Reprogram Podcast, Pastor Mike Darnell challenges believers to become a transcendent people.This message goes deep into what it means to break free from natural thinking, overcome the limitations of human programming, and live from the reality of the Kingdom of God. Pastor Mike explains why the Kingdom is not something far away, but something present now, and why believers must learn to renew their minds so they can see, receive, and demonstrate it.In this episode, you’ll hear about:What it means to become transcendentWhy many people are still limited by natural thinkingHow bias and programming shape the way we see lifeWhy the Kingdom of God is available right nowHow to stop depending only on the systems of this worldWhy believers are the greatest technology on earthHow to live with courage, faith, and spiritual awareness in a changing worldIf you’ve ever felt like there has to be more to life in God than what most people experience, this episode will challenge the way you think and help you see the bigger picture of the Kingdom.Subscribe for more episodes from the Reprogram Podcast.#ReprogramPodcast #PastorMikeDarnell #BecomeTranscendent #KingdomOfGod #ChristianPodcast #RenewYourMind #KingdomMessage #StLouisPopup

What does it mean to be Kingdom-minded? In Part 5 of What Do We Do Now?, we are called to return to the rule of Christ and understand what it means to live submitted to the King.

Being Kingdom-minded is more than knowing Kingdom principles. It means developing a mindset that is not resistant to Kingdom rule and learning to live under the authority, order, and direction of Christ.

In this message, we explore the higher calling of reconciliation, the Kingdom mandate, and what it means to represent God on the earth. We are not simply here to survive, build careers, or pursue personal agendas. We are here to participate in God's agenda, expand His glory, and bring people back to the rulership of Christ.

As AI and technology continue to automate aspects of human survival and work, we are confronted with an important question: What happens when survival is no longer the mission? The answer points us back to our higher calling and the reason we are here.

This is the call: return to the rule of Christ, become Kingdom-minded, and live as a true representation of the Kingdom.

Scriptures

2 Corinthians 5:18–20 • John 5:19 • John 7:16–19 • Colossians 1:13 • Matthew 28:18–20 • Numbers 14:21 • Habakkuk 2:14

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Bishop Kevin Wallace joins Pastor Mike Darnell for a powerful conversation on The Reprogram Podcast about artificial intelligence, Kingdom technology, revelation, transcendence, and how the Church must prepare for the future.As AI continues to transform industries, economies, education, communication, and everyday life, what should the response of the Church be?In this episode, Pastor Mike and Bishop Kevin go beyond simply asking whether Christians should use artificial intelligence. They explore a much bigger question: What happens when humanity becomes dependent on technology, and do believers understand the spiritual Kingdom technology God has already made available to them?Bishop Kevin Wallace shares why AI can be a valuable tool when placed in the right hands, while also warning about what happens when technology becomes an idol. Pastor Mike challenges believers to develop a Kingdom mindset that is not completely dependent on the systems of this world. If this conversation challenges the way you think, LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to The Reprogram Podcast for more conversations on the Kingdom of God, spiritual technology, leadership, culture, purpose, and the future.👍 If this message encouraged you, Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who is searching for God's purpose and higher calling.📍Register for the 2026 Reprogram Conference:https://brushfire.com/excel-church/rpgm26/🎓Kingdom Mentorship & Excel University:https://excelu.thinkific.com⛪️ Visit Excel Church:https://www.excelchurchatlanta.com📚More Kingdom Resources from Pastor Mike Darnell:https://linktr.ee/mikedarnell🎙️Podcast Home:https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/mike-darnell/

What are you doing with what God gave you?Many people don’t consider that God will judge the work we do with what He has given us. We were not simply created to receive salvation—we were created for good works, purpose, and a higher calling. Every person born on the earth will have to answer the call of God on their life.In Part 4 of What Do We Do Now?, Pastor Mike takes us back to God’s original intention for mankind: be fruitful, multiply, and have dominion. The Kingdom is here now, and there is work to be done. We are called to expand the Kingdom by bringing God’s ideas, culture, government, and ways into the earth—beginning with teaching Kingdom culture to our children and extending into every sphere of influence.But fulfilling the assignment requires us to understand that God sends us from Him, not just for Him. His Word equips us, His voice gives us strategy, and His provision is already connected to the work He has called us to do. We cannot allow circumstances to cause us to abandon the assignment or “call in early” before God has had an opportunity to move.You have work to do.Watch What Do We Do Now? — Part 4 and discover what it means to answer the higher calling, become an active laborer in the Kingdom, and work from God—not just for God.Scripture ReferencesGenesis 1:26–281 Corinthians 3:10–15Ephesians 2:8–102 Timothy 3:16–172 Chronicles 34:31–33#WhatDoWeDoNow #KingdomWork #HigherCalling #KingdomOfGod #ChristianPurpose #GodsPurpose #KingdomCulture #ExcelChurch📍 Register for the 2026 Reprogram Conference:https://brushfire.com/excel-church/rpgm26/🎓 Kingdom Mentorship & Excel University: https://excelu.thinkific.com⛪️ Visit Excel Church:https://www.excelchurchatlanta.com📚 More Kingdom Resources from Pastor Mike Darnell: https://linktr.ee/mikedarnell 🎙️ Podcast Home:https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/mike-darnell/

God is calling His people to pursue a higher calling. As the world continues to change through artificial intelligence, innovation, and human intelligence, one question remains:What do we do now?In Part 3 of the *What Do We Do Now? series, Pastor Ghilaine Darnell gives us three steps to pursuing the higher calling God has placed on our lives: live on purpose, build God's Kingdom, and train our spirit to operate by the Spirit.This message challenges us to stop allowing jobs, circumstances, fear, or personal ambition to define our purpose. Instead, we are called to discover who we are in Christ, serve God's agenda, and become spiritually prepared for a world that is rapidly changing.As technology advances and systems become increasingly dependent on artificial intelligence, believers must learn to operate by something greater: Kingdom Technology. The Holy Spirit speaks, guides, teaches, and prepares us for what we cannot see coming. We don't have to be fearful or caught off guard—we have to be trained.If you've ever wondered what your purpose is, what you're supposed to be doing in this season, or how you should prepare for the future, this message will challenge you to stop searching for purpose in the world and begin discovering who you are in God.In this message you'll discover:✔️ 3 steps to pursuing your higher calling✔️ How to live on purpose and discover God's agenda✔️ Why serving others helps reveal the gifts God placed in you✔️ The difference between building your kingdom and building God's Kingdom✔️ What Kingdom Technology means✔️ How to train your spirit to hear and follow the Holy Spirit✔️ Why spiritual preparation matters before the crisis comesKey Scriptures📖 Matthew 6:33📖 Jeremiah 27📖 Genesis 11:1–9📖 Acts 1:8📖 Luke 19:11–27📖 James 4:3📖 Joel 2:28🎥 Continue the Series➡️ Part 1: AI, the Future & Your Purpose —https://youtu.be/aUcppJ94tHk➡️ Part 2:Return to Our Higher Calling — https://youtu.be/r77dxdiMBaY👍 If this message encouraged you, Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who is searching for God's purpose and higher calling.📍Register for the 2026 Reprogram Conference:https://brushfire.com/excel-church/rpgm26/🎓Kingdom Mentorship & Excel University:https://excelu.thinkific.com⛪️ Visit Excel Church:https://www.excelchurchatlanta.com📚More Kingdom Resources from Pastor Mike Darnell:https://linktr.ee/mikedarnell🎙️Podcast Home:https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/mike-darnell/

You were made for more than survival.God is calling His people back to their original Kingdom assignment.

As the world continues to change through artificial intelligence, innovation, and human intelligence, one question remains:

In Part 2 of the What Do We Do Now? series, Pastor Mike challenges us to return to the higher calling—the work God originally created humanity to do. This message reminds us that salvation is not the finish line; it is the beginning of our Kingdom assignment. We were created to represent Heaven, demonstrate God's Kingdom on the earth, and transcend the limitations of this world through Kingdom intelligence.

If you've ever wondered whether there is more to life than simply surviving, building a career, or chasing success, this message will challenge you to rediscover God's original design and embrace the work you were truly made for.

✔️ What the higher calling really is
✔️ Why you were made for this
✔️ The difference between human intelligence and Kingdom intelligence
✔️ Why salvation restores us to God's original work
✔️ How to move beyond survival and live on Kingdom assignment

📖 Ephesians 2:8–10
📖 Genesis 1
📖 Genesis 11
📖 Matthew 6:10

🎥 Continue the Series

➡️ Part 1: AI, the Future & Your Purpose — Discover why God is calling His people back to Kingdom intelligence as the world rapidly changes.

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What happens when the world you've built your life around begins to change faster than you can keep up? That is the question Pastor Mike Darnell launched this new series with, and the answer wasn't one of fear—it was one of preparation. Looking at the Tower of Babel in Genesis 11, he showed that mankind has always been tempted to build systems, identities, and futures apart from God. Babel wasn't simply about a tower; it was about humanity making a name for itself instead of advancing the name and Kingdom of God.

Many of the technological developments we're seeing today are recreating conditions similar to Babel. As communication, automation, and AI continue to remove barriers between people, the world will become increasingly coordinated and not necessarily becoming more godly. Technology itself isn't the problem—it's whether it is used to advance God's agenda or man's. As these systems grow, believers must recognize that the greatest danger isn't technology itself but allowing it to replace our dependence on God.

Pastor Mike challenged us to consider that most people have spent their lives pursuing survival instead of discovering God's original purpose for mankind. We've learned how to build careers, earn a living, and create comfortable lives, but many have never truly asked why God placed them on the earth. As human systems continue to shift, the question won't simply be, "How do I survive?" but "What has God called me to do?"

While the world may eventually replace human labor with machines, it can never replace Kingdom work. Spiritual labor, Kingdom wisdom, and the leading of the Holy Spirit remain superior to every human invention. God's people have never depended on the world's systems to thrive—they have always depended on God's provision, His wisdom, and His agenda. As society changes, those who remain anchored in God's purpose will discover that Heaven's economy and Kingdom intelligence cannot be controlled by the systems of this world.

What Do We Do Now: Part One lays the foundation for the weeks ahead by calling believers back to their highest calling. Before asking what career to pursue or how the world will change, we must first answer a more important question: Are we building our lives around survival, or around the purpose of God? Because when the world's systems begin to shake, those who are established in God's Kingdom will discover that His purpose has never changed.

Listen to What Do We Do Now and discover why returning to God's original calling for you is the greatest preparation for the future.

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In Closer to God, Part 9, Pastor Mike teaches that drawing closer to God is an intentional pursuit, not a passive experience. Through James 4:8 and Acts 2, he explains that God has already invited us into relationship, but we must choose to pursue Him with humility, repentance, and a genuine desire to know Him.

Drawing near to God requires more than attending church—it requires allowing Him to transform our thinking. Repentance is not simply feeling sorry for sin; it is allowing the Holy Spirit to reprogram our minds so we become more familiar with the Kingdom than with the world’s way of thinking. As we pursue God, He replaces our old identity, history, and limitations with the truth of who we are in Christ.

Pastor Mike also reminds us that many of the things holding us back have power only because we continue to believe them. Freedom begins when we stop believing the lies of fear, shame, lack, and defeat, and instead believe God’s Word above every circumstance. As Kingdom citizens, we are called to live from our heavenly identity rather than our earthly past.

Discover how pursuing God transforms your thinking, strengthens your faith, and teaches you to live from your true Kingdom identity. Watch Closer to God, Part 9.

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