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In this episode, Pastors Banning, Corey Russell, Mark Varughese, and Kris Vallotton explore the balance between bold faith and obedience, living with a “green light” mindset while staying sensitive to God’s red and yellow lights. They discuss the risks of stepping out in faith, the importance of discernment, and how to recognize when something God speaks in the secret place is meant to be shared or kept personal. Watch this full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork Follow along on social media: https://www.instagram.com/thebanning Banning Liebscher—Senior Pastor, Jesus Culture https://www.instagram.com/kvministries Kris Vallotton Senior Associate Leader—Bethel Church Redding https://www.instagram.com/markvarughese Mark Varughese—Founder and Senior Leader, Kingdomcity https://www.instagram.com/brotherrussell__ Corey Russell—Teaching Pastor, HOUSE Denver Are you interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter the code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration.

Church planting is a long game. In this episode, we talk about forging ahead with faith and building something that lasts and is rooted not just in vision but in a deep love for the city and the people you’re called to. Pastors Banning Liebscher, Paul Geerling, Zack Curry, and Dianna Nepstad challenge fast-tracked success and digital-driven milestones, calling leaders to build culture over time and allow grit to grow before fruit appears. Watch this full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork Follow along on social media: https://www.instagram.com/thebanning Banning Liebscher—Senior Pastor, Jesus Culture https://www.instagram.com/asazcurry  Zack Curry—Lead Pastor, Jesus Culture San Diego https://www.instagram.com/paulgeerling  Paul Geerling—Senior Pastor, iSEE CHURCH https://www.instagram.com/diannanepstad  Dianna Nepstad—Lead Pastor, Fellowship Church Are you interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter the code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration.

Raising the next generation of leaders takes vision, intentionality, and faith. In this episode Pastors Becky Johnson, Gabe Valenzuela, SeaJay Liebscher, and Brandon Cormier break down the process of leadership development all while trusting God to mold both the leader and the mentor. This journey isn’t perfect and sometimes painful, but the kingdom return on investment is eternal. Watch this full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork Follow along on social media: https://www.instagram.com/beckyfoxjohnson Becky Johnson—Lead Pastor, Jesus Culture Sacramento https://www.instagram.com/revgabev Gabe Valenzuela—Senior Overseer, Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry Second Year https://www.instagram.com/seajayliebscher SeaJay Liebscher—Senior Pastor, Jesus Culture Sacramento https://www.instagram.com/brandoncormier Brandon Cormier—Lead Pastor, Zeal Church Are you interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter the code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration.

Sometimes God’s call isn’t just for a season but a lifetime commitment. In this episode, Pastors Banning Liebscher, Jo Geerling, Phil Manginelli, Brenden Brown explore what it means to receive a word from the Lord, embrace risk, and stay planted when God keeps saying the same thing. We talk about holding to the vision, pioneering where you are, and trusting that even if the risk feels like failure, God will provide. Watch this full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork  Follow along on social media: https://www.instagram.com/thebanning Banning Liebscher—Senior Pastor, Jesus Culture https://www.instagram.com/pmanginelli Phil Manginelli—Lead Pastor, The Square Church https://www.instagram.com/jogeerling Jo Geerling—Senior Pastor, iSEE CHURCH https://www.instagram.com/brendenbrown Brenden Brown—Lead Pastor, Heirs Church Are you interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter the code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration.

In this episode, Pastors Banning Liebscher, Becky Johnson, Brandon Cormier, Mark Varughese talk about building and sustaining a culture that burns hot, starting with leadership and staff. This conversation challenges the idea of calling church staff “family,” confronts lukewarm leadership, and reminds us that impact goes further with fewer people who are truly on fire. Watch this full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork  Follow along on social media: https://www.instagram.com/thebanning Banning Liebscher—Senior Pastor, Jesus Culture https://www.instagram.com/markvarughese  Mark Varughese—Founder and Senior Leader, Kingdomcity https://www.instagram.com/beckyfoxjohnson Becky Johnson—Lead Pastor, Jesus Culture Sacramento https://www.instagram.com/brandoncormier Brandon Cormier—Lead Pastor, Zeal Church Are you interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter the code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration.

This episode is real-time coaching in leadership for those who know they’re called to more and are willing to be held to a higher standard. Pastors Banning Liebscher, Andrew Gard, Corey Russell, and Tyler Johnson talk about what it means to be coached by God first and then to go and coach others from that place of intimacy and obedience. They dive into leading people where you’re willing to go yourself. Watch this full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jesusculturepodcastnetwork Follow along on social media: https://www.instagram.com/thebanning Banning Liebscher — Senior Pastor, Jesus Culture    https://www.instagram.com/andrewgard Andrew Gard — Senior Pastor, Grace City Church https://www.instagram.com/brotherrussell__  Corey Russell — Teaching Pastor, HOUSE Denver https://www.instagram.com/thisistylerjohnson Tyler Johnson — Senior Pastor, Mission Church Are you interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration.

How do you lead a global movement of local churches without losing Kingdom principles or family values? In this episode, Pastors Banning Liebscher and Christina Gard talk with Jemima Varughese, Senior Associate Pastor of Kingdomcity, about the art of staying rooted in God’s principles while nurturing culture, raising the next generation, and keeping family at the center of ministry. From reproducible systems and Spirit-led flexibility to investing in the next generation through kids and youth, Pastor Jemima shares how intentional leadership can help people and churches thrive across the world. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning        Christina Gard https://www.instagram.com/christinagard  Jemima Varughese https://www.instagram.com/jemimav Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here: https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com.

We are called to love well and pursue God’s presence. When we do, the miraculous follows, and Jesus gets all the glory. Pastor Banning Liebscher and Richard Gordon, Chief Technology Officer at Bethel Church and Spiritual Director at Bethel School of Technology, have a thought-provoking conversation about why it’s important to test and highlight what’s truly of the Lord. They share how credibility builds integrity, and when miracles are handled with care, they elevate Jesus, not the person or the moment. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning        Richard Gordon https://www.instagram.com/richardgordon_  Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here: https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com.

In a fast-paced, ministry-driven world, it’s easy to push through stress, ignore what’s happening inside, and risk burnout or trauma. Pastors Banning Liebscher and Andrew Gard sit down with Steve Robinson, Founder and Senior Pastor of Church of the King, to talk about soul health, resilience, and leading from a place of wholeness. Learn how to care for your heart and lead well before crisis hits. You can purchase Pastor Steve’s book, Soul Leadership: Rebound from Crisis, Grow in Resilience, Live from Wholeness, where books are sold. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning        Andrew Gard https://www.instagram.com/andrewgard Steve Robinson https://www.instagram.com/steve_robinson_ Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here: https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com.

As pastors and leaders we have to understand that our calling isn’t the same as everyone else’s. Matt Brown, Founder and Lead Pastor of the multisite church Sandals Church, joins Pastors Banning Liebscher and Andrew Gard to unpack the realities of church planting and the challenges of building healthy, sustainable ministry. From raising resources and building strong teams to navigating seasons of disappointment and betrayal, we must remember that Jesus is leading our lives and building His Church. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning        Andrew Gard https://www.instagram.com/andrewgard Matt Brown https://www.instagram.com/matthewstephenbrown Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here: https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com.

In a time where everything is livestreamed, posted, and performed, Pastor Banning and Kalley Heiligenthal—worship leader, songwriter, and pastor—challenge us to ask: If our gift never multiplies or reaches a crowd but simply brings joy to God… can that be enough? In a world obsessed with visibility, this episode is a reminder that who we are matters more than what we produce. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning  Kalley Heiligenthal https://www.instagram.com/kalleyheili  Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here: https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com.

Therapy won’t get you to Heaven, but it can help you walk in greater wholeness on the way there. Andrew and Dr. Christina Gard, Senior Pastors of Grace City Church in Lakeland, Florida, join Pastor Banning Liebscher for a powerful conversation on Jesus and therapy and why it’s not either/or, but both/and. Mental and emotional health deeply impact our ability to follow Jesus, and therapy can be a safe place to think, feel, and process what’s really going on. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning  Andrew Gard https://www.instagram.com/andrewgard Christina Gard https://www.instagram.com/christinagard Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com

True leadership is marked by character, process, and a lifelong commitment to serving others, and there are no shortcuts. Dino Rizzo, Executive Director of ARC and Associate Pastor at Church of the Highlands, shares practical wisdom with Pastors Banning and Dr. Christina Gard on leading with intentionality, generosity, and joy, and letting go of criticism so we can keep serving with humility and hope. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning  Dino Rizzo https://www.instagram.com/dinorizzo Christina Gard https://www.instagram.com/christinagard Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com

For anyone in ministry or leadership, this episode is a challenge to be pastors and leaders that lead with humility, and let Scripture both bless and convict us. Pastor Banning Liebscher and Tim Timberlake, Senior Pastor of Celebration Church in Jacksonville, Florida, unpack the importance of hearing from God, rather than performing for people. Our greatest strength isn’t in our ability to preach or lead, but to truly listen and obey the voice of God. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning  Tim Timberlake https://www.instagram.com/ttimberlake Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com

What’s the key to grit and resolve in walking out your calling? In this episode, Pastor Banning Liebscher sits down with Dr. Michael Maiden, Senior Pastor of Church for the Nations in Phoenix, author, and prophetic voice, for a conversation that will stir your spirit to believe boldly and take high-risk steps of faith. We are called to cultivate crazy faith, grow in spiritual clarity, and let God’s calling and gifts carry you beyond your natural limits. Follow along on social media: Banning Liebscher https://www.instagram.com/thebanning  Michael Maiden https://www.instagram.com/mcmaiden Interested in attending Jesus Culture Pastors Conference? Visit http://jesusculture.com/pastorsconference and enter code PASTORSPOD for 30% off registration. Want to grow in your leadership? Sign up for Jesus Culture School of Leadership here https://leadership.jesuscultureschool.com