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Culture Keys
by Ronnie Harrison
Ronnie Harrison, pastor of The Kingdom Center in Louisville, shares his passion of leadership and offers keys to motivating yourself, your family and those you influence.
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Battle Ready Part 4
In this episode of Culture Keys, Pastor Ronnie Harrison continues unpacking the Armor of God and the believer’s call to prepare for the fight of faith.Looking at Ephesians 6:10–18, Pastor Ronnie walks through two critical pieces of spiritual armor: the Shoes of Peace, and the Shield of Faith. Each piece reveals how God has equipped His people to stand strong against the attacks of the enemy.Faith plays a central role in this battle. Our faith is anchored in the Word of God, strengthened through hearing the Word, and stirred through the work of the Holy Spirit. When properly applied, the Shield of Faith becomes a powerful defense—able to move in the direction of the attack and extinguish the fiery darts of the enemy.This message reminds us that spiritual victory is not accidental. It comes as we prioritize God’s Word, strengthen our faith, and intentionally wear the armor God has provided.🎧 Join Pastor Ronnie Harrison as he challenges believers to stand firm, strengthen their faith, and live prepared for the battles of everyday discipleship.
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Battle Ready Part 3
In this episode of Culture Keys, Pastor Ronnie Harrison continues the study of the Armor of God, helping believers understand how to prepare their lives for the fight of faith.Drawing from Ephesians 6:10–18, Pastor Ronnie explores three critical pieces of spiritual armor: the Belt of Truth, the Breastplate of Righteousness, and the Shoes of Peace. Each piece reminds us that victory in spiritual warfare is not found in our own strength, but in what Christ has already provided.Truth anchors us and holds everything in place. Righteousness—purchased for us through the cross of Christ—guards our hearts from condemnation and deception. And the Peace of God gives us the stability and confidence to stand firm, even in the middle of intense spiritual battles.When we truly understand who Christ is and what He has accomplished for us, we gain the confidence to walk through conflict with unshakable peace and authority.🎧 Join Pastor Ronnie Harrison as he challenges us to appropriate the armor God has already provided and stand strong in the victory that belongs to every believer.
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Battle Ready Part 2
In this episode of Culture Keys, Pastor Ronnie Harrison begins unpacking Paul’s powerful teaching on the Armor of God by looking at the structure of the entire book of Ephesians.Written from prison to believers living in the spiritually dark and idol-filled city of Ephesus, Paul’s letter prepares the church to stand strong in the middle of intense spiritual opposition.Ephesians reveals a clear progression for every believer:The WORK of God in us (Ephesians 1–3)The WALK that flows from that work (Ephesians 4–5)The WARFARE we face as we follow Christ (Ephesians 6)Paul’s final instruction is clear:“Be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.”God has already provided the armor—but it is our responsibility to put it on. When we neglect pieces of that armor, we leave areas of our lives exposed to the enemy’s attacks.In this episode, Pastor Ronnie begins with the Belt of Truth, the foundational piece that holds all the other armor in place. Without truth, we cannot discern the enemy’s lies or stand firm in spiritual battle.🎧 Join Pastor Ronnie Harrison as we learn how to stand strong, walk in God’s truth, and live victoriously in the spiritual warfare every believer faces.
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Battle Ready
In this episode of Culture Keys, Pastor Ronnie Harrison begins a powerful look at Ephesians 6:10–18 and the call for believers to put on the full armor of God.We are living in urgent times, and Scripture makes it clear that the life of a believer is not passive—it is spiritual warfare. The enemy is working with urgency to weaken the resolve of God’s people and target the next generation. Because of that, God has provided armor for His people.Pastor Ronnie challenges us to examine how we approach the battle. Some believers are unaware of the armor, others refuse to wear it, and some wear only part of it—leaving areas of their lives exposed. But those who understand and daily appropriate the whole armor of God learn to stand strong and thrive even in the midst of conflict.This message is a call to prepare, fortify, and live with spiritual vigilance.You can wear your struggle…or you can wear your armor.🎧 Join Pastor Ronnie Harrison as we begin learning how to stand strong and walk in the protection God has already provided.
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Spiritual Check-Up IV
In this episode of Culture Keys, Pastor Ronnie Harrison challenges us to rethink how we view our everyday work.Too often, we separate the sacred from the secular—but the truth is, whatever job you do is a holy calling and a responsibility given by God to serve Him right where you are.You don’t have to be in “full-time ministry” to live a life of full-time Christianity. Your workplace is your assignment, your platform, and your opportunity to partner with God in a real and meaningful way.This episode pushes us to ask a powerful question:What gives our work value to God?If you’ve ever wondered how your career, job, or daily responsibilities fit into God’s purpose for your life, this conversation will challenge and reframe your perspective.🎧 Join Pastor Ronnie Harrison as he calls us to live with purpose, serve with intention, and partner with God—right where we are.
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Spiritual Check-Up II
In this episode of Culture Keys, Pastor Ronnie Harrison challenges us to take a spiritual check-up and learn one of the most important leadership lessons: you must learn to lead yourself well.Our first and greatest leadership responsibility is not to others—but to ourselves. Through spiritual disciplines like prayer, worship, studying God’s Word, giving, and serving, we begin to order our steps and shape the person we are becoming.Pastor Ronnie reminds us that the future we want tomorrow must be built by the decisions we make today. That’s why priorities matter. Jesus made the greatest priority clear in Matthew 22:37–40: Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind—and love your neighbor as yourself.But we cannot truly love God unless we know Him. In this episode, we explore how knowing God through Jesus, Scripture, and the work of the Holy Spirit transforms our hearts and produces a growing love for both God and others.If you want to grow in your walk with Christ, lead yourself well, and align your life with the priorities of the Kingdom, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.Question to consider:Where have other pursuits watered down your pursuit of God?
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Worthy of Well Done Part 4
Welcome to the final episode in this Culture Keys series, where we bring our journey through Ephesians 4–6 to a clear and practical close. Throughout this series, Pastor Ronnie Harrison has lifted key statements from Paul’s letter to the Church at Ephesus—turning them into challenges designed to mature the Body and sharpen our focus for the year ahead.In this episode, we land on a defining call:“Live as children of light.”Jesus is the Light of the world—and those who follow Him are called to walk in the light, shine the light, and refuse the darkness. From that foundation, Paul gives a series of final challenges that shape a life that truly honors God:🔑 Live as children of light🔑 Find out what pleases the Lord🔑 Walk wisely and intentionally🔑 Make the most of every opportunity🔑 Understand the will of the Lord🔑 Be filled with the Spirit🔑 Live thankful and submitted livesThis episode is a strong finish—calling believers to wholehearted love, complete trust, joyful obedience, and faithful fulfillment of God’s purposes. Christianity was never meant to be moderately important. If it’s true, it deserves everything.👉 Watch. Listen. Apply. Shine.Because growth, maturity, and light-filled living are the marks of a life fully surrendered to Christ.
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Worthy of Well Done Part 3
Culture Keys | Live Worthy. Grow Mature. Don’t Give Ground.Welcome to Culture Keys, where we teach, train, and encourage learners and leaders to grow strong, focused, and fruitful. In this episode, Pastor Ronnie Harrison unpacks powerful challenges from Ephesians 4—statements written by the Apostle Paul to mature the Body of Christ and align believers with their God-given calling.As we begin a new year, these challenges set our focus and direction for lasting spiritual growth:🔑 Challenge #1: Live a life worthy of your calling🔑 Challenge #2: Grow to maturity🔑 Challenge #3: Know your role—and do your work🔑 Challenge #4: Put off the old self🔑 Challenge #5: Put on the new self🔑 Challenge #6: Don’t give the devil a footholdThis episode is a direct call to personal transformation—laying aside old habits, renewing the mind, embracing Christ’s finished work, and walking in righteousness, unity, and love. If you’re serious about growth, leadership, and living out your calling with purpose, this one is for you.👉 Watch. Listen. Apply. Grow.Because a life worthy of the call is a life that keeps maturing.
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Worthy of Well Done Part 2
How you begin matters. The thoughts you think and the decisions you make at the start of a season often determine how it unfolds.In this episode, Pastor Ronnie Harrison leads us to Ephesians 4–6, unpacking powerful challenges from the Apostle Paul that call every believer to intentional growth and spiritual maturity. Paul sets a bold expectation: “We will grow.”Not partially—but in every aspect of our lives.This message challenges us to:Live a life worthy of our callingMove from spiritual adolescence to maturityEmbrace both the work God is doing in us and the work He wants to do through usUnderstand our responsibility and assignment in the Body of ChristGrowth doesn’t happen by accident. Maturity requires intention, obedience, and action.The question isn’t if you’ll grow—but whether you’re willing to do the work growth demands.🎧 Grab your Bible and lean in as Pastor Ronnie Harrison challenges us to grow, mature, and fully step into our calling.
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Jesus’ Team-Building Secrets
In this powerful episode of Culture Keys, Pastor Ronnie wraps up his multi-week journey through the way Jesus recruited, shaped, and released His disciples into world-changing Kingdom assignment. From the moment Jesus said, “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men,” He was imparting a blueprint for missional discipleship—one that still applies to every believer today.Pastor Ronnie breaks down how Jesus took ordinary men and built them into a team that shook the earth:He excited them, grounded them, transformed them, and ultimately released them. And that final step—RELEASE—is the true test of every leader.Drawing from John 17, Pastor Ronnie shows how Jesus prepared His disciples to be sent, not simply taught. True discipleship always leads to action, multiplication, and impact.You’ll learn how Jesus:• Turned every follower into a recruiter of souls• Released the genius inside each person• Kept the mission simple, clear, and powerful• Expected every disciple to become a “fisher of men”This episode will challenge you to move from merely learning to operating, from sitting to being sent, and from being developed to developing others.If you’re ready to step into your assignment and carry the Kingdom into your world—this episode is for you.
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Empowered for More
Welcome back to Culture Keys! Today Pastor Ronnie continues this powerful series on how Jesus recruited, prepared, and transformed His disciples for Kingdom assignment. If this podcast blesses you—SHARE IT—because transformed disciples transform others.In this episode, Pastor Ronnie highlights the transformative nature of Jesus’ ministry. Christ didn’t improve people—He recreated them. He wasn’t interested in religious “transactions,” quick fixes, or superficial exchanges; He was after deep, relational transformation that turns ordinary followers into world changers.You’ll learn how Jesus reshaped His disciples’ entire paradigm, even flipping the pyramid of religious hierarchy into a Kingdom circle where every believer is empowered. From the woman at the well to the calling of the Twelve, Jesus modeled a discipleship that was relational, empowering, costly—and life-altering.If you’re hungry for true spiritual growth, deeper discipleship, and a clearer understanding of Kingdom leadership, this episode will stir you, challenge you, and call you into transformation—not just participation.
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Excited, Grounded, and Guarded
In this powerful Culture Keys episode, Pastor Ronnie equips leaders and disciples who sense God’s call in this critical hour. As the Remnant rises, we must return to the original blueprint Jesus used to build world-changing disciples—and apply those same principles in these last days.Pastor Ronnie reveals how Jesus ignited passion, prepared His followers for adversity, and exposed the real causes of spiritual failure—including pride, disobedience, and misplaced focus. You’ll discover why true discipleship requires embracing trials, cultivating humility, and practicing the lost Kingdom art of self-restraint.This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking spiritual growth, leadership development, deeper discipleship, and stronger Kingdom impact. If you’re ready to grow, mature, and step boldly into your God-given assignment, today’s teaching will inspire you, challenge you, and push you into your next level.
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The Mature Disciple’s Mirror
In this powerful continuation of Missional Discipleship, Pastor Ronnie dives into how Jesus prepared His followers for both relationship and responsibility. Before He sent them into the harvest, He “grounded” them—teaching that real faith must be strong enough to endure hardship and rooted enough to outlast the storm. You’ll learn why true discipleship begins with stewardship, not ownership, and how God is calling His people to manage what He’s given with wisdom, faith, and courage.Are you prepared for hardship?Are you faithful with what you’ve been given?This episode will help you answer both with confidence.
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Grounded and Guarded
In this powerful continuation of Missional Discipleship, Pastor Ronnie dives into how Jesus prepared His followers for both relationship and responsibility. Before He sent them into the harvest, He “grounded” them—teaching that real faith must be strong enough to endure hardship and rooted enough to outlast the storm. You’ll learn why true discipleship begins with stewardship, not ownership, and how God is calling His people to manage what He’s given with wisdom, faith, and courage.Are you prepared for hardship?Are you faithful with what you’ve been given?This episode will help you answer both with confidence.
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The Family Business
In this episode, Pastor Ronnie continues the Missional Discipleship series with a look at how Jesus built His team to change the world. Jesus didn’t just create followers—He formed a family business, inviting ordinary people into divine partnership with the Father. Pastor Ronnie reveals how Christ led with connection, purpose, and clarity, teaching His disciples to Simplify, Quantify, and Multiply—the SQM method that still defines Kingdom leadership today.If you’re ready to step into God’s family business and multiply the mission, this message will show you how.
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Living What You Lead
In this episode, Pastor Ronnie continues the Missional Discipleship series, revealing how Jesus built a team that would change the world—and how He’s still calling us to do the same. Learn what it means to embody the mission of Christ so fully that every word, action, and decision reflects His purpose. Discover how prayer connects the Kingdom across every distance, why results matter more than recognition, and how true disciples turn intention into impact.When you become the mission, you’ll never lack momentum.
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Burn the Bridge
In this powerful message, Pastor Ronnie continues the Missional Discipleship series—calling believers to rise above watered-down Christianity and embrace true, Biblical discipleship. Drawing from Jesus’ call to “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men,” Pastor Ronnie unpacks how Christ transformed ordinary people into world changers. From igniting passion to teaching humility, from elevating dialogue to mastering presentation—Jesus modeled what it means to make disciples who make a difference. In this episode, you’ll be challenged to burn every bridge to your old life and fully commit to the mission of the Kingdom!
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The Way Up Is Down
In this powerful pod, Pastor Ronnie continues the series on Missional Discipleship, revealing how Jesus not only called followers—but built leaders. Looking at the way Christ developed His team, we learn that advancement in the Kingdom comes through humility, service, and a willingness to take the lowest place. Using a towel instead of a title, Jesus showed that the way up is down. Pastor Ronnie also challenges listeners to elevate their dialogue—to speak life, faith, and purpose the way Jesus did. This is a call to grow deeper, serve stronger, and speak higher!
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From Nets to Nations
In this episode, Pastor Ronnie reminds us that we are living in one of the most important moments in history—called to the Kingdom for such a time as this. Looking at Jesus’ first call to His disciples in Matthew 4, we see how He took ordinary people and turned them into a world-changing force. Discover how Christ excites us to leave everything, gives us a cause bigger than ourselves, and builds true community where every part of the Body is valuable, necessary, and united. You have a role to play in God’s redemptive plan—are you ready to step into it?
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What’s First, What’s Most
Discipleship is not casual—it’s missional. In Matthew 4, Jesus calls His disciples with the simple words: “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” Their response was immediate: they left everything. In this episode, Pastor Ronnie unpacks the principle of priority in following Christ, showing how what we put first will always become what’s most. From surrendering personal plans, to working with Kingdom purpose, to embracing our place in God’s bigger mission, discover how Jesus takes ordinary people and turns them into a world-shaping force.
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Called to Follow
This week Pastor Ronnie shares a fresh word right from his kitchen table about what it truly means to follow Christ. Looking at Jesus’ first call to His disciples—“Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men”—we see how ordinary people became a world-changing team when they left their nets to pursue His mission. In this episode, discover how following always requires leaving, how passion for Christ reignites our purpose, and how we are called to be consumed, excited, and engaged in the work of the Kingdom.
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Living in Response
We live in a world obsessed with control—but discipleship isn’t about control, it’s about response. In this episode, Pastor Ronnie unpacks what it means to live as responders to God’s voice, His Spirit, and His plan. From walking in ordered steps, to developing sensitivity to the Spirit, to living in total surrender, discover how true life is found not in initiating—but in responding to the God who calls, directs, and animates us for His purpose.
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How to Lead Well
Every season of leadership carries weight, but when the clock is winding down, every decision matters. In this episode, Pastor Ronnie unpacks what it means to lead well in the crucial moments: knowing your role, putting the team first, and committing to win the harvest that God has placed before us.True leadership begins with loving well—serving others, laying down our lives, and allowing the fruit of relationship with Christ to overflow into action. It continues with walking in the wisdom of the Spirit, moving beyond programs into Spirit-led, right-now responses. And it culminates in visionary leadership—becoming watchmen who dream God’s dreams for His people and open on-ramps for others to step into purpose.If you want to lead with love, Spirit, and vision in this season, this episode will equip you to do it well.
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SPECIAL GUEST POD : Pastor Collin Harrison - P.R.I.D.E.
Special Guest Collin Harrison steps up to the mic to share a message to leaders on an epidemic he's seeing across the leadership landscape --- PRIDE.
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ROOTED: Learning to Abide in Christ 6 - Roots Before Results
In this episode, Pastor Ronnie teaches how to thrive in the process of becoming fruitful—not just survive it. Drawing from Philippians and the life of Nehemiah, we’re reminded that God uses what’s right in front of us to build the roots we need for what’s ahead.Don’t wish for someone else’s process, skip the steps, or rush the season—learn to remain, stay focused, and trust the growth happening below the surface.
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ROOTED: Learning to Abide in Christ 5 - Roots Before Results
In this episode, Pastor Ronnie teaches how to thrive in the process of becoming fruitful—not just survive it. Drawing from Philippians and the life of Nehemiah, we’re reminded that God uses what’s right in front of us to build the roots we need for what’s ahead.Don’t wish for someone else’s process, skip the steps, or rush the season—learn to remain, stay focused, and trust the growth happening below the surface.
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ROOTED: Learning to Abide in Christ 4 - Roots Before Results
Before God ever brings fruit, He builds roots. In this episode, Pastor Ronnie unpacks how God prepares every world-changer—like David—through hidden seasons of intimacy, service, and community. David’s public victories were built on private roots.If you want lasting impact, you must embrace the long game—where trust is deepened, character is formed, and your foundation is made strong enough to carry your calling.Fruit that endures always starts in the soil. Stay planted.
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ROOTED: Learning to Abide in Christ 3
You were created to bear fruit—and not just any fruit, but lasting, generational, and eternal fruit that impacts the world for the Kingdom.In this episode, Pastor Ronnie unpacks what it means to live a life of enduring fruitfulness. Fruit isn’t about doing more—it’s about being more like Jesus. True, lasting impact starts underground, in the unseen places of your heart, where your root system is formed in Him.God isn’t after short-term results—He’s building something that lasts. When you remain in Christ, you grow stronger beneath the surface…and the fruit will follow.
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ROOTED: Learning to Abide in Christ 2
In this episode, Pastor Ronnie teaches that staying rooted in Christ means more than showing up—it’s about being grounded in truth, obedience, habits, accountability, and a life of service.You’ll be challenged to embrace the process that grows your faith—even when it feels like you’re buried. But you’re not buried—you’re planted. And sometimes, the fire you’re walking through is what’s needed to awaken the seed God placed in you.Stay rooted. Fruit is coming.
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ROOTED: Learning to Abide in Christ
Welcome to the first episode in a brand-new series: ROOTED—a call to stability, maturity, and fruitfulness in an unstable, impatient world.In this foundational message, Pastor Ronnie teaches from John 15:4–8, where Jesus says: “I am the vine, you are the branches... apart from Me, you can do nothing.” What does it really mean to be ROOTED in Christ? It means becoming unwavering, firmly established, and deeply grounded in His Word—not just gifted, but fruitful.Too often, we’ve been guilty of deploying talent before developing character. We’ve platformed performance without teaching people how to be planted. But gifting without grounding leads to burnout, instability, and short-lived influence.In this episode, we explore:Why fruitfulness takes time, but it’s the only thing that lastsHow valuing inputs over output leads to sustained growthWhy your soil, your stream, and your source matter more than your spotlightHow God uses the unseen “root work” to produce a visible, lasting harvestDrawing from Jeremiah 17:7–8, you’ll be reminded: blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord and stays planted by the stream. That kind of life never withers—even in drought—and always bears fruit that remains.It’s time to get Rooted.Because God didn’t call you to be impressive—He called you to endure.
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Following that Leads to Finding VII
In this powerful conclusion to Following That Leads to Finding, Pastor Ronnie unpacks how the process of following—Trust, Surrender, Assignment, Pursuit, Life’s Work, and Legacy—must begin with a radical hunger for the Word of God.Because the truth is:You cannot trust what you do not know.You cannot surrender to a God you do not trust.You cannot fulfill your assignment without deep surrender.And you will never leave a powerful legacy until your pursuit becomes your life’s work.From Mephibosheth to Samson, from crumbs to castles, this episode challenges you to examine what you’re truly following—and what kind of faith and legacy you’re building for the next generation.His plan for you is perfect… but you have to FOLLOW to FIND it.So ask yourself:Who are you following—and what are you becoming?
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Following that Leads to Finding VI
In this episode, Pastor Ronnie continues calling the Remnant Church into radical FOLLOWING—because only total surrender leads to true spiritual power and impact.You'll learn how real-time following flows through a God-ordained process: Trust, Surrender, Assignment, Pursuit, Life’s Work, and Legacy. Each step draws us deeper into Christ and positions us to become dangerous to the enemy’s enterprise.If you’re tired of partial commitment and ready to live fully assigned and eternally focused, this message is for you.What are you following? What will you find? And what will you leave behind?
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Following that Leads to Finding V
In this episode, Pastor Ronnie Harrison continues the Following That Leads to Finding series with a focused word for leaders and believers alike: There’s a call going out—a call to FOLLOW.From the first words of Jesus to His disciples, “Follow Me,” the journey of faith has always started with surrender. In this season, the future harvest depends on leaders who fully follow the ways of the Master.Highlights from Episode 177:What you follow is what you’re seeking—and what you seek is what you’ll find (Matt. 7:7).What you find is what you pass on—your life is pointing people somewhere. Where is it pointing?We must seek Christ, not just signs, feelings, or outcomes. He is the prize, the promise, and the provision.Like the Wise Men, we are called to be signs that point others to Jesus—not the destination, but the direction.This is a clarion call to realign our pursuit. Because if we truly FOLLOW… we will FIND.And what we FIND… we are called to GIVE AWAY.🎧 Listen now and let your life become a sign that points to something greater.
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Following that Leads to Finding IV
In this powerful and prophetic episode of Culture Keys, Pastor Ronnie Harrison continues the series Following That Leads to Finding with a soul-stirring message: “The Call to Follow.”There’s a divine tug in the Spirit right now—a call that’s echoing louder than ever before. If you've felt a deeper hunger for the Presence of God and a longing for His Word, your spirit is hearing that CALL. But how you respond will determine how much of God you’re truly ready to receive.In this episode, Pastor Ronnie unpacks the life-changing implications of following Christ with your whole heart:Why seeking the Kingdom first is the key to unlocking all God has for you (Matt. 6:33).How the Prodigal Son’s mistake wasn’t just leaving—but leaving too soon.The difference between GETTING and KEEPING a blessing—and how only what is stewarded can be multiplied.Why a generation that spends everything on itself risks leaving nothing behind.And the hard truth: We eventually FIND what we’re truly following.This isn’t just a sermon—it’s a call to realign your priorities, discipline your appetites, and grow up in God’s house before launching into purpose.Your life is not just about receiving an inheritance—it’s about becoming a legacy.Tune in now and let the Holy Spirit challenge and charge you in this season of enlargement, realignment, and release.📖 “I will very gladly spend and be spent for your souls…” (2 Cor. 12:15)
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Following that Leads to Finding III
In this powerful third installment of Following That Leads to Finding, Pastor Ronnie Harrison issues a clear and urgent CALL TO FOLLOW—a cry from the heart for every believer who is desperate to grow deeper in their relationship with God and become a trustworthy leader in the Kingdom.This episode is not just another teaching—it's a spiritual summons. A “cry aloud and spare not” moment that compels us to re-evaluate the core of our pursuit. Are we truly following Christ, or are we distracted by lesser pursuits?🔑 Pastor Ronnie breaks down critical truths:We cannot lead unless we’ve learned to follow.Abundant life is only accessed by radical obedience.What we give is limited by what we've received—and receiving is tied to how closely we’ve followed.At the center of it all is JESUS—the Star and the Baby, the Map and the Treasure. He is the Field and the Prize. And He is forever the Prize. Our pursuit isn’t His blessings, His hand, or His provision—it’s Him.You’ll be challenged to:Reignite your longing for His presenceRealign your hunger for His WordReorder your desires and pursuits according to the KingdomEvery “seeking” is a form of following, and every temptation is a test of what (or who) you’re truly pursuing. What gates are you allowing open? What desires are being sown in your soul? What are you truly following?If you're ready to grow, to lead, and to find what your heart truly longs for—this episode is for you.🎧 Listen now—and answer the CALL TO FOLLOW.
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Following that Leads to Finding II
In this dynamic new series, Pastor Ronnie dives into one of the most urgent leadership truths of our generation: you can’t lead well if you haven’t first learned how to follow. Drawing from the apostle Paul’s bold declaration—"Follow me, as I follow Christ" (1 Cor. 11:1)—this series reclaims the lost art of trustworthy leadership rooted in authentic discipleship.We’re exploring what it means to be a focused follower, where following Christ isn’t just the starting point but the continual calling. You’ll discover how following leads to formation, how formation leads to fruitfulness, and how fruitfulness leads to influence—the kind that glorifies God and transforms culture.In these episodes, we’ll unpack:Why true leadership demands focused followingHow discipleship that doesn’t teach you to follow will never prepare you to leadWhat immediate obedience looks like in a world ruled by hesitationThe deadly disease of "almost" and how to move from partial surrender to wholehearted submissionJesus’ first call was simple: “Follow Me.”Now the question is—where are you still "almost" following?If you're ready to LEARN it, LIVE it, and LEAD it—this is the series for you.
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Following that Leads to Finding
In this powerful opening message of a new series, Pastor Ronnie delivers a heartfelt call to spiritual growth and maturity. This is a season to move beyond milk and into the meat of the Word—to grow into mature sons and daughters of God who are equipped to expand the Kingdom and manifest His righteousness in the earth.Drawing from Romans 8 and Mark 16, this episode challenges believers to activate their faith, walk in the supernatural, and embrace their Kingdom birthright. If you’re connected to The Kingdom Center in any way—or if you feel called to lead—this message will stir your spirit and place a holy demand on your calling.We’re not settling. We’re not compromising. We’re not backing down. The world is groaning for the manifestation of the sons of God—and we are answering the call.Get ready to shift your pursuit, refocus your prayers, and realign your priorities with the high call of God in Christ Jesus. Because when you follow, you will find—and what you find… is Him.
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Finding God in the Midst of Struggle
In this heartfelt and faith-filled episode of Culture Keys, Pastor encourages listeners to embrace a new perspective on life's trials and storms. Drawing from personal experience and powerful scriptures like 1 Corinthians 10:13 and 2 Corinthians 12, he reminds us that difficulties are not just obstacles—they're divine invitations to discover God in ways we never could without the struggle.Listeners are challenged to evaluate how they respond to adversity, to identify where feelings have replaced faith, and to realize that no trial is unique to them—others have walked through similar fires and come out victorious. Through the lens of biblical examples, including Paul’s thorn and the fiery furnace of the three Hebrew boys, Pastor reveals how storms position us to see the faithfulness, presence, and power of God more clearly.The episode closes with a prayer—not for storms to cease, but for the listener to find God in the fire and bear lasting fruit even while the trial persists.Key Takeaways:Your storm doesn’t determine your outcome—your response does.Temptation is common, but God's faithfulness is personal.Every trial holds a “door of discovery” to encounter God.Standing for truth may bring fire, but God meets us in it.Don’t just survive the storm—let it reveal God to you.Are you currently in a storm? How might God be inviting you to discover Him in a new way?
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Cultivating Spiritual Hunger IV
In this powerful episode, we dive into what it truly means to develop a deep, growing hunger for the Word of God. Drawing from scriptures like Job 23:12, Psalm 119:131, and 1 Peter 2:2, we unpack six key principles to cultivate a greater appetite for truth: feeding the hunger you already have, starving competing desires, examining your heart, practicing spiritual discipline, applying what you learn, and making necessary adjustments. Whether your hunger for Scripture has grown cold or is just beginning to stir, this episode will equip you with practical, Spirit-led steps to reignite your passion for God's Word. If you’re ready to stop living on spiritual crumbs and start feasting daily on God’s truth—this message is for you.
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Cultivating Spiritual Hunger III
In this episode of Culture Keys, we dive deep into how to stir up a greater appetite for God's Word, God's presence, and God's house. Discover five practical principles to rekindle your spiritual hunger — from remembering past encounters with God to surrounding yourself with Spirit-filled believers, choosing worship over discouragement, embracing humility, and simply asking God to fill you afresh. If you’ve been feeling spiritually stagnant, this episode will help you reset your heart and refocus your desire for the deep things of God.
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Cultivating Spiritual Hunger II
In this episode of Culture Keys, we confront the cold drift of modern faith and reawaken a holy hunger. Based on Matthew 5:6, we explore why spiritual appetite matters—and what happens when it's misplaced. From David’s desperate pursuit in the wilderness to the way desire shapes our direction, this conversation is a call to rekindle passion, redirect desire, and seek the only One who truly satisfies. If you’ve been feeling spiritually numb or distracted, this episode is your invitation to get hungry again.
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CK EpisodeONEHUNDRED 68
In this compelling episode, we explore one of the greatest challenges facing the Church today: the lack of spiritual hunger. How do we cultivate a deeper desire for God’s presence, His Word, and His power—especially when so many of our needs are already met?We unpack why true revival cannot be sustained without a consistent spiritual appetite, and how apathy and lukewarmness are becoming defining traits of the modern believer—just as Jesus warned would happen in the last days.You’ll discover:How to increase your hunger for God by feeding on His Word regularlyWhy sustained revival depends on a deep craving for His presenceWhat it means to be continuously filled, and how that impacts your spiritual capacityThis episode is a call to return to passionate pursuit, to feed the fire, and to stay hungry for the only One who truly satisfies.
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CK EpisodeONEHUNDRED 67
"Maximizing Leadership in 2025: A Season of Growth"In this episode, we dive into the powerful concept of PERSONAL GROWTH and how we can maximize our leadership potential in 2025. Growth is more than just a goal; it’s a commitment to intentionality, surrender, and building relationships.Key Highlights:Growth is a Goal: You’ll never grow unless you desire and plan for it. It's about setting your intention and being deliberate in your actions.Surrender over Strategies: Before we make plans, we pray. It’s about aligning our strategies with divine direction.Desperation over Competency: Our greatest asset is our dependency on God—not our skills.People over Performance: While excellence and consistency matter, the heart of our work is the people we serve. Ministry is about shepherding souls, not just managing metrics.Shepherding over Systems: Systems aid in organization, but it’s our presence that makes the difference. Shepherding is about recognizing people, not just names.Humility over Hierarchy: True leadership follows the example of Jesus—serving from the bottom up, leading with humility, and engaging in radical servanthood.Capacity Determines Destiny: The level of growth we experience is directly tied to the capacity we have to embrace change and pain. How we grow is a reflection of how much truth we can accept about ourselves.This episode challenges us to lead with intention, humility, and faithfulness, embracing the growth that comes through the tension of leading others. Let’s explore what it means to truly live for God’s will and grow into the leaders we’re called to be.
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CK EpisodeONEHUNDRED 66
In today’s fast-paced world, leadership has never been more crucial—and more challenging. The journey begins with one key principle: leading ourselves well. In this episode, we dive deep into the importance of personal growth in 2025, starting with self-leadership. We explore how a strong commitment to growth, clear goals, and daily discipline can shape our future. From crafting a solid growth plan to embracing intentionality and prayer, discover how to transform your mindset and habits. Plus, learn how trusting in God’s guidance rather than relying solely on your own strength can lead to true success. Tune in for practical strategies to grow into the leader you’re meant to be!
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CK EpisodeONEHUNDRED 65
In this episode, we dive into the "Things that take no talent" and their powerful impact on team culture, especially in ministry. From timeliness and effort to faithfulness and attitude, we explore how these small but significant actions shape the effectiveness and energy of a team. We discuss the importance of being proficient in the details that don’t require talent—like discipline and consistency—which ultimately set the stage for God’s gifts to transform lives. We also tackle the difference between spiritual gifts and the fruit of the Spirit, emphasizing how character, faith, and daily habits play a crucial role in how we steward our gifts. Tune in to discover how the little things can have a big impact on the vision of a church and the growth of every individual involved.
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CK EpisodeONEHUNDRED 64
In this episode, we dive into the concept of excelling at the things that require no talent—actions like showing up on time, having a good attitude, trying hard, and giving maximum effort. Inspired by a coach's message to his team, we explore how consistency in these simple, ordinary actions leads to extraordinary results. Learn how your daily decisions shape your character and ultimately determine your success. We also discuss the importance of spiritual formation and how our actions, whether in prayer or everyday tasks, define our lives. Join us as we challenge you to focus on proficiency in the basics and reflect on the impact of your daily choices.
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Things That Take No TalentIn this inspiring episode, we kick off 2025 with a powerful message about intentional growth and leadership. Drawing from a coach’s philosophy and timeless biblical wisdom, we explore how success isn’t just about talent—it’s about what you do with what you’ve been given. Discover why this year must be a season of disciplined development through the books you read, the voices you heed, and the habits you build. We dive into “things that take no talent”—like effort, punctuality, attitude, and kindness—qualities anyone can master, regardless of natural ability. Learn how focusing on what you can control daily can transform your leadership and life. Tune in for practical insights and a challenge to steward your gifts well for God’s glory and the good of others!
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Best of CK / Leadership Attitude IV
“Where I focus says a lot about my overall attitude.” How does our intake of scripture, our choice of friends, and the values we live by affect our overall attitudes? Do you need a new perspective or more God-Confidence? What impact does your attitude leave on those you lead? Pastor Ronnie challenges us with these questions and more in this week’s episode.
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Best of CK / Leadership Attitude III
This week, Pastor Ronnie invites us to look at how our positive attitudes can attract others, create winning cultures, allow us to face challenging seasons, increase our energy, and give us a healthy perspective. No matter the season you are in, the gifts that a positive attitude brings pays dividends.
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Best of CK / Leadership Attitude II
As we continue to highlight great pods from the past, enjoy this series on the attitude and posture of a great leader.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Ronnie Harrison, pastor of The Kingdom Center in Louisville, shares his passion of leadership and offers keys to motivating yourself, your family and those you influence.
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