Up and to the Right

In this heartfelt conversation, Pastor Rodney and Randy Morgan explore the significance of Christmas, the journey of faith, and the role of Santa Claus in the holiday season. Randy shares his personal story of coming to faith and his experiences in ministry, emphasizing the importance of relationships and following the Lord. 

In this conversation, Pastor Rodney interviews Brooke Freeman, founder of Natural Freedom Farm, discussing her journey from nursing to establishing a nonprofit focused on providing healthy food access to children in low-income communities. Brooke shares her vision, the challenges faced in farming, and the importance of educating children about healthy eating. The conversation emphasizes the need f...

In this episode, Pastor Rodney interviews Mart Green, founder of Mardel, and they discuss his life journey, the importance of fasting, a deep passion for God's word, and the spirit of generosity that runs through his family. Mart shares personal stories of his upbringing, the impact of his grandmother's generosity, and how his family's values have shaped their approach to giving. He...

In this conversation, Pastor Rodney speaks with Stephen and Bailey Kuert, founders of Involved International, about their mission to empower communities in East Africa through church planting, discipleship, and artisan work. They share their personal backgrounds, the challenges faced in their ministry, and the importance of microfinancing in breaking the cycle of poverty. The discussion highlights...

In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Blaine Bartel discuss the critical issue of sexual addiction within the church, highlighting the alarming statistic that 68% of churches do not provide support for men struggling with these issues. Blaine shares his personal journey from a successful ministry to grappling with hidden addiction, the depths of his struggles, and the transformative power of God...

In today's episode, Pastor Rodney welcomes Hope and Samson Varughese as they discuss the journey of financial freedom, focusing on the importance of becoming debt-free, effective budgeting, and the role of generosity. They share personal experiences, practical advice, and the significance of communication in marriage when dealing with finances. The discussion emphasizes the need for a support...

In this episode, Pastor Clint Smith interviews Chaplain Ron Lindsey about his journey in prison ministry. Chaplain Lindsey shares his experiences as a prison chaplain at Lexington Correctional Center, the transformative power of faith within the prison system, and the impact of North Church Lexington. He discusses the growth of the church within the prison, the stories of inmates whose lives have...

In this episode, Pastor Rodney interviews LaToya Carter, who shares her personal journey of faith, family, and healing. LaToya discusses her upbringing in a traditional church, the challenges she faced in relationships, and the life-altering experience of having an abortion. Through her story, she emphasizes the importance of healing and forgiveness, particularly through the Save One ministry, whi...

In today's conversation, Pastor Rodney, Shannon Fouts, and Kayla Anderson discuss the importance of discipleship, community, and building meaningful relationships within the church. They share insights from their recent fall program, emphasizing the need for connection, overcoming loneliness, and the role of conflict in strengthening relationships. The discussion highlights the significance o...

IMPORTANT NOTE: This episode was recorded several months ago and the church launch date has since been adjusted to January 2025. In this conversation, Pastor Rodney interviews Blare Wood, who is in the process of planting a church in Tempe, Arizona. Blare shares his journey from being a pastor's kid to becoming a drug addict and then being rescued by God. He talks about the challenges and rew...

In this episode, Pastor Rodney sits down with James Jalbert, the chaplain for college club hockey in North America for Hockey Ministries International. They discuss James's journey from a passionate hockey player to a dedicated minister, the challenges he faced, and how God transformed his life through a serious health scare. James shares how he uses his love for hockey to connect with player...

In today's episode, Jeff and Lacey Echeverry share their journey of faith and resilience as they navigate through Lacey's stage four cancer diagnosis, treatments, surgeries, and a life-altering car accident. They emphasize the importance of relying on God, trusting His plan, and finding joy in the midst of trials. Their story highlights the power of community and the support they receive...

In this episode, Pastor Rodney, Farah Stout, and Michael Tardibono discuss the upcoming live recording event at North Church. They share personal stories behind songs, the collaborative process of songwriting, and the significance of grounding music in biblical truths. The conversation highlights the excitement surrounding the live recording and the impact it aims to have on the church and beyond.

In this conversation, Pastor Rodney interviews Lance Lang, the founder and president of Hope Is Alive, about his personal journey of addiction and recovery. Lance shares about his upbringing as a pastor's kid, his experimentation with drugs, and his descent into addiction. He emphasizes the importance of confessing and bringing addiction into the light, as well as renewing the mind through gr...

It's our 100th episode! 🎉 This very special episode welcomes Pastor Shannon, Pastor Clint, and Pastor Samson as they sit down with Pastor Rodney to discuss the exciting plans for the new North Church facility. Through this project known as "Build His Church", there will be a new parking lot, the construction of a new worship auditorium and lobby space, a courtyard plaza, as well as...

In this episode, Pastor Rodney and Sawyer Wilson are joined by Jackson Sandefer to discuss the importance of missional youth ministry and the impact of Jesus Clubs in schools. They emphasize the need for students to live on mission for Jesus and they share stories of students who are actively sharing the gospel and making disciples. 

In this conversation, Pastor Rodney sits down with Philip Deas as he shares his role as a mindset and behavior optimization coach, helping individuals and companies reach their full potential. He emphasizes the importance of having a formula and relentless focus for success, the role of visualization and resilience in achieving goals, and the need to check one's stance, both mentally and emot...

In this conversation, Pastor Rodney sits down with Sheila Harper, founder and president of Save One, as she shares her personal journey of healing after an abortion and how it led her to start the ministry. Save One helps men, women, and families recover after abortion by providing compassionate support and resources. The ministry offers three bible studies for men, women, and family members, and...

In this conversation, Pastor Rodney talks with Dr. Madeline Manning Mims, a gold medalist in the 800 meters at the 1968 Mexico Olympics, as she shares her journey of faith and perseverance. Raised by a praying mother, Dr. Mims experienced the power of prayer and the faithfulness of God from a young age when she was healed from spinal meningitis and encourages listeners to develop a personal relati...

In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Shannon Fouts discuss the importance of discipleship and relationships, the need for connection, and the detrimental effects of isolation. They highlight the role of truth in relationships and the importance of basing relationships on the word of God. 

In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Pastor Clint Smith discuss their journey together at North Church and the significance of personal growth through reading, listening to podcasts, and studying the Word of God. Pastor Clint shares the story of how North School of Ministry was birthed and the impact it has had on many lives. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the quest for a perfe...

In this conversation, Pastor Rodney sits down with Pastor Heady as he discusses the significance of humility, prayer, seeking God's face, and repentance. He emphasizes the need to trust God and not rely on our own strength. He also touches on the topic of mental health and shares personal experiences of dealing with struggles and challenges. 

In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Sawyer Wilson discuss various topics, including Sawyer's journey of surrendering his life to God and his passion for serving in the church. Sawyer shares his experience of addiction and how God transformed his life. He also talks about his love for the Word of God, his journey as a student pastor, and his experiences with biblical community. 

This conversation is a special edition of Up and To the Right featuring Pastor Rodney and Pastors Oscar and Ana from the Dominican Republic. They discuss their partnership and the impact it has had on the community over the past 19 years, highlighting the strong relationship between North Church and Torrente de Vida, and the positive changes they have seen in the lives of the children and the comm...

In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Mercy Lokulutu discuss the importance of building relationships and connecting with people in the church. They also talk about the challenges of parenting teenagers in a digital age and the need to prioritize family devotions and limit screen time. Mercy emphasizes the importance of renewing our minds and untangling patterns of thinking that are not aligned...