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What if the win isn’t a bigger platform but a life that can untie from the dock with a clear conscience? We sit down with East Texas pastor and church planter Teddy Sorrels to trace the narrow path of faithfulness in a world obsessed with celebrity metrics and seeker pragmatism. Anchored in 2 Timothy 4, we talk about preaching the word when it’s costly, why the gospel’s offense is actually mercy, and how sober, text-driven ministry reshapes everything from sermon prep to daily habits.

Teddy shares the winding road from small country church to megachurch staff to planting Living Water in Gladewater. He lays out practical rhythms for preaching the whole counsel of God: planning the year, embracing hard passages, and “hiding behind the text” so people leave with Scripture, not a personality. We dig into the pitfalls of nose-and-nickel scorecards, the rise of platform culture, and the quiet freedom that comes from measuring success by obedience and disciple-making rather than attendance alone.

The conversation moves from pulpit to home as we discuss marriage, fatherhood, and the kind of steady leadership that builds legacies. Teddy opens up about learning to give his wife his first energy, not leftovers; encouraging young families to live simply so they can disciple their kids; and calling men to courageous, gentle responsibility. Together we paint a picture of ministry that works hard without worshiping work, holds strong convictions with patience, and prepares people to endure.

If you’ve felt the pull toward shortcuts or the fatigue of performance, this one will recalibrate your compass. Press play, share it with a friend who needs courage, and if it helps you, leave a rating and review so more people can find the show. Then tell us: where do you see the biggest drift—and how are you choosing faithfulness today?

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Our conversation takes a deep dive into evangelism, obedience, and the divine orchestration of Scripture, casting a new light on the stories you thought you knew. Discover with us how the journey of Joshua and the Israelites reflects our modern spiritual endeavors and how the narratives of the Old Testament symbolize the fullness of God's nature, magnificently fulfilled in Christ. We grapple with weighty themes such as God's exclusive reservation of the Promised Land for His people, and the roles of believers as spiritual scouts in a redemption-hungry world. Justin shares gems of wisdom on these complex topics, providing refreshing insights into evangelism and the strategic, often challenging, obedience required for spiritual conquest.

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Nostalgia feels warm and safe, but it can quietly steal your future. We sat down to examine why “back then” can look so much brighter than “right now,” and how to honor meaningful memories without getting trapped by them. From worship setlists and Halo midnight releases to Ezra’s rebuilt temple and Lot’s wife, we trace a line through Scripture and everyday life that shows the difference between remembrance that fuels hope and nostalgia that freezes growth.

We talk candidly about the chemistry of early romance and why chasing the high can sabotage covenant love. We unpack the Psalms’ call to sing a new song, the sting of Ecclesiastes’ warning about idealizing the past, and Haggai’s promise that the latter glory can surpass the former. Along the way, we offer a practical framework for faith and feelings—shifting from information to allegiance—and simple habits that retrain desire: gratitude that names present mercies, creative work that reflects God’s image today, and pruning inputs that keep us living in rewind.

If you’ve ever said “my best days are behind me,” this conversation is for you. We share stories from ministry transitions, the kitchen-to-church leap, and seasons where the highs faded but deeper endurance took root. The takeaway is clear: memory is a signpost, not a home. The future in Christ must speak louder than the past, and hope grows when we face forward with trust, endurance, and simple obedience.

If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who’s stuck on yesterday, and leave a review to help more people find the conversation. Then tell us: what new thing might God be growing in you right now?

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