Destination Church - Sunday Messages

Legacy is not just something you leave; it is something you live.In this episode, we step away from a traditional sermon for a special Mother's Day panel titled "Where Legacy Is Formed." Renee Thrift (wife of Lead Pastor Rodney Thrift) sits down with her adult children—Hannah, Aaron, and Emily—and spiritual daughter Kaitlyn to discuss the reality of passing down faith.In this episode, you will hear:Defining Legacy: Why legacy is more about a foundation of faith than money or property.The "Small" Moments: The panel shares the everyday experiences—like seeing parents tithe when things were tight or pray when things were hard—that shaped them more than any "big" event.Owning the Faith: A candid look at when faith stopped being their parents' and started being their own.The Future of Faith: What this next generation is most intentional about passing on to their own children.If you’ve ever wondered if your "small" daily efforts for God matter, this episode is the encouragement you need. Your everyday response to life is your family's greatest legacy.Connect With Us:This message is from Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this conversation encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit: https://www.destination-church.orgTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

The "In Between" is the season between what was and what will be, where God is actively shaping who you are becoming.In this episode, Pastor Rodney Thrift kicks off our brand-new series, In Between, with a powerful message titled "Then and Now." Most of us hate the middle. We want to get through the transition as quickly as possible, but Pastor Rodney reminds us that formation always happens before fulfillment.In this episode, you will discover:The Definition of the Middle: Why the "In Between" is where your past ends and your future begins.The Silent Work of God: Why a lack of visible movement doesn't mean a lack of divine activity.The 13-Year Rule: How Joseph and Paul spent over a decade in preparation before stepping into their ultimate purpose.Adapt, Grow, Become: Three practical keys to navigating your current season without running back to the past.You aren't stuck; you are being prepared for what’s next.Soul Tattoo: The in-between isn’t a pause in God’s plan, it’s part of it.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit: https://www.destination-church.orgTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

What we allow, we empower.In this episode, Pastor Rodney Thrift continues our eye-opening series, Beyond the Veil, with a practical guide to Living Empowered. If you feel constantly harassed by the enemy or bogged down by spiritual heaviness, it might not be a lack of authority—it might be an open door.In this episode, you will discover:The Power of Surrender: Why authority actually begins with submission to God.Closing the Doors: How unforgiveness, hidden sin, and lies act as open doors for the enemy (and how to shut them).Confronting the Enemy: Why we are not called to ignore or fear the enemy, but to stand and resist.The Daily Rhythm: A simple, 3-step daily habit (Morning Surrender, Midday Check, Evening Declaration) to keep you spiritually clean and bold.You don’t fight for victory, you fight from it.Soul Tattoo: I live empowered when I stay surrendered, close doors, and stand in authority.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit: https://www.destination-church.orgTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

We don't fight for authority, we fight from authority.In this episode, Pastor Rodney Thrift continues our Beyond the Veil series with a challenging and equipping message on Spiritual Authority. If you have been living intimidated by your circumstances or passive in your faith, it is time to realize that you are commissioned, not just rescued.In this episode, you will discover:Total Dominion: Why there is no realm where Jesus is not Lord (He commands storms, demons, sickness, and death).The Badge Analogy: How believers walk in "delegated authority" by being seated with Christ in heavenly places.Activation: Why authority isn't just received—it must be activated through obedience, bold prayer, and speaking truth.Overcoming Shame: A powerful reminder from Renee Thrift on how your history and past struggles can actually become your area of greatest spiritual authority.Fear loses its grip when we understand authority. Step into yours today!Soul Tattoo: All authority belongs to Jesus, and He has sent us to walk in it.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit: https://www.destination-church.orgTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Just because you cannot see it does not mean it is not happening.In this episode, Pastor Rodney Thrift continues our Beyond the Veil series with an eye-opening message on The Unseen Realm. If you have ever felt like your struggles with temptation, discouragement, or division were just physical problems, this message will change your perspective. Many of life's visible battles have invisible origins!In this episode, you will discover:The 4 Guardrails: How to approach the spiritual realm without becoming fearful, fascinated, or losing personal responsibility.The Real Battleground: Why Job felt the pain on earth, but the battle was actually being discussed in heaven.Cosmic Victory: Why the cross wasn't just a human event, and how Jesus holds absolute authority over the unseen realm.Spiritual Weapons: How to fight spiritual battles using prayer, truth, faith, and the Word of God instead of natural tools.God and the enemy are not 50/50 equals. Jesus is King over the seen and the unseen. Tune your heart to eternal realities today!Soul Tattoo: There is more happening than what we can see.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit: https://www.destination-church.orgTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Christos Anesti! Truly, He is Risen! Easter is not just a holiday, a church service, or a moment in history—it is an invitation beyond the veil. Pastor Rodney Thrift kicks off our brand new series, Beyond the Veil, with a powerful Resurrection Sunday message.For centuries, a massive 4-inch-thick veil separated humanity from the presence of God. But when Jesus died on the cross, the veil was torn, and the door to heaven was opened.In this episode, you will discover:The Doorway: Why Easter didn't just prove Jesus is alive, but proved the way to God is open.The Unseen Realm: How the resurrection proves that the invisible world is the ultimate reality.Resurrection Power: Why Easter isn't just something that happened to Jesus, but something that happens to us.The Invitation: Why the same question Jesus asked Martha—"Do you believe this?"—is the question He is asking you today.You don't have to stay trapped in guilt or separated from God. The veil is torn. The door is open. Step beyond it! Soul Tattoo: Easter is the moment heaven broke through the veil.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit: https://www.destination-church.orgTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

The final product isn’t perfection, it’s a person restored by Jesus and connected to His purpose.In this episode, Pastor Rodney Thrift concludes our Forged series with a powerful Palm Sunday message about the cross, the resurrection, and our identity in Christ.In this episode, you will discover:The Gospel Difference: Why Jesus didn't just experience the cross, but absorbed the weight of sin and the fire of judgment.Moment vs. Process: Understanding how salvation is both a moment of being made new and a continual process of being saved.Connected for a Purpose: Why God never restores you just for you, but so you can reconnect others to Him.Restoring the Broken: How Jesus restored the Woman at the Well and Peter to use their stories for someone else's breakthrough.The fire shapes our character, but the cross and resurrection complete our identity. You don't have to carry what Jesus already paid for.Soul Tattoo: The fire shapes our character, but the cross and resurrection complete our identity.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit: https://www.destination-church.orgTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

You didn't marry a perfect person; you married a person you will need to forgive.In this powerful episode, Pastor Rodney and Renee Thrift take the stage together to talk about what it looks like to be Forged in Our Marriage. Many people walk away from their marriage when things get hot, but heat isn't the problem—unmanaged heat is.In this episode, you will discover:The Forged Ring: Why your wedding band represents a relationship that must go through the fire to become beautiful.The Heat & The Hammer: How to handle truth and communication so that your words shape your spouse rather than shatter them.The Water (The Pause Button): Why every healthy marriage needs a "reset system" to cool off and forgive.The Glue of Grace: Why grace is the daily requirement that holds a forged marriage together.If you are feeling the pressure in your relationship right now, don't break down. God wants to use this fire to build a threefold cord that cannot easily be broken.Soul Tattoo: Strong marriages aren’t found, they’re forged.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney & Renee Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit: https://www.destination-church.orgTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

If the enemy can redefine you, he can redirect you.In this episode, Pastor Rodney Thrift brings a powerful word on spiritual warfare, identity, and the process of Becoming a Man of God (with specific applications for the ladies, too!). We live in a world where the enemy actively forges lies and weapons against our minds, our families, and our purpose. But God promises that no weapon formed against us shall prosper.In this episode, you will discover:The Forger of Lies: Why the enemy attacks your identity before he attacks your destiny.The Weight of Weapons: How to handle the opposition, pressure, and responsibility of leadership without breaking.The Master Blacksmith: Why the hammer that feels like destruction is actually construction.Redemption: How God takes your mess and turns it into your message, just like He did for Joseph and Paul.Stop running from the pressure. The enemy uses pressure to destroy, but God uses pressure to develop.Soul Tattoo: The enemy prepares weapons, but God prepares warriors.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit: https://www.destination-church.orgTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Precious metals like gold and silver are forged through hammering, pressing, and fire. They are precious, but they are not fragile.In this episode, Renee Thrift continues our Forged series with a beautiful message dedicated to women (and the men who love them). The world tells women they have to choose between being strong or being soft. But the Kingdom says you can be both.In this episode, you will discover:The Process vs. Punishment: Why the hard seasons of life (loss, parenting weight, marriage tension) are not signs of God's rejection, but of His refinement.The Bending Point: Why forged women may bend, cry, and grieve, but they do not break.The Holy Balance: How to cultivate a backbone of steel with a heart of compassion.The Master Craftsman: A special challenge to men to see, honor, and protect the strength and tenderness of the women in their lives.You are not falling apart. You are being shaped by the Master Craftsman.Soul Tattoo: Strong, yet still tender.Connect With Us:This message is from Renee Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit: https://www.destination-church.orgTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

God is not committed to your comfort; He is committed to your calling.In this episode, Pastor Rodney Thrift kicks off our new series, Forged. We live in a world that tells us to run from pressure and avoid the heat, but biblical maturity often requires the furnace.In this episode, you will discover:The Definition of Forged: Why God uses "pressing and hammering" to create a desired shape.The Revelation of Pressure: Why you don't decide who you are in the fire—you reveal who you already are.The Freedom of the Flame: How the fire of God actually burns away the things that bind us (fear, control, and insecurity).The "Fourth Man" Principle: Why we often don't truly know God until we meet Him in the middle of the fire.If your life feels high-pressure right now, this message will give you a new perspective on the process. You’re not breaking; you’re being strengthened.Soul Tattoo: We are not falling apart, we’re being forged.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit: https://www.destination-church.orgTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Are you just attending, or are you ministering?We wrap up our Growing Up roadmap (Know God ➡️ Build Relationships ➡️ Discover Purpose ➡️ Make a Difference) with the ultimate goal of spiritual maturity: giving your life away.In this episode, Pastor Rodney Thrift explains why we were never meant to sit on the sidelines. We don't fully experience purpose by just thinking or talking about it—we experience it by living it out.In this episode, you will discover:The Calling: Why ministry is not a job title, but an expectation for every believer (1 Peter 4).The Power of Noticing: How God meets the needs of a broken world through people who simply pay attention to the hurting and overlooked.The Secret to Meaning: Why your purpose is discovered in you, but fulfilled through others.If you are ready to stop living just for yourself and start stepping into God's story, this message is your starting line.Soul Tattoo: We’re not just here to grow, we’re here to make a difference.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Do you have a biblical sense of purpose, or just a general one?Most of us are waiting for God to show us the full map before we start moving. But as Pastor Rodney Thrift explains in this episode, God rarely gives us a map; He gives us a next step.In this message from our Growing Up series, we look at the calling of Simon Peter to see how purpose actually works.In this episode, you will discover:The Myth of the "Big Reveal": Why purpose is discovered progressively, not decided instantly.The Obedience Factor: Why God reveals more purpose through faithfulness (action) than through passivity (waiting).The Common Good: Why your gifts are personal, but they were never meant to end with you.The Mantra: Why we need "Direction, not perfection."If you are feeling stuck waiting for a sign, this message will challenge you to simply take the next step.Soul Tattoo: I don’t just “Discover My Purpose”, I grow into it.Connect With Us:This message is from Lead Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Are you a consumer or a contributor?In a culture that values independence, the Bible calls us to interdependence. In this episode, Lead Pastor Rodney Thrift continues our Growing Up series with a challenge to move from isolation to community.In this episode, you will discover:The "Private Faith" Myth: Why Paul says we are "tossed back and forth" when we are disconnected from the body.Consumption vs. Connection: How to shift the question from "What can I get?" to "Where do I belong?"The Resilience Factor: Why isolation makes you vulnerable, but community makes you strong.The Body Principle: Why spiritual growth happens when "each part does its work" (Ephesians 4:16).If you have been drifting in your faith, this message is your call to drop the anchor of community.Soul Tattoo: We’re not just better together, we’re stronger together.Connect With Us:This message is from Lead Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Are you spiritually mature, or are you just spiritually old? There is a difference.The writer of Hebrews challenges believers who have had plenty of time but haven't made progress. They are still drinking "milk" when they should be eating "solid food."In this episode, Lead Pastor Rodney Thrift launches our new series, Growing Up. We explore the first pillar of spiritual maturity: Knowing God.In this episode, you will discover:The Samuel Principle: Why God speaks to us before we are perfect, not after.The Growth Gap: Why time alone does not produce maturity (intentionality does).The 4 Habits: How Weekend Services, Daily Time, Worship, and Prayer actually function to grow your spirit.The Simple Prayer: How to move from performance-based prayer to the simple, powerful prayer of Samuel: "Speak, Lord, your servant is listening."It’s time to stop hovering in the shallow end of faith. It's time to grow up.Soul Tattoo: You don’t grow up by being perfect, you grow up by Knowing God.Connect With Us:This message is from Lead Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Relationships are the mirrors we look into to see who we are becoming. If you look at your closest circle, do you like the reflection?In this episode, Connections Pastor Johnny Mitcham explores the vital importance of New Fellowship. We dive into why "bad company corrupts good character" and how to navigate the complex relationships in your life.In this episode, you will discover:The Mirror Principle: Why community doesn't just reveal who you are, but reinforces who you will be.The 3 Relationship Drainers: How to spot The Constant Critic, The Emotional Vampire, and The Perpetual Victim.Jesus & Boundaries: Why Jesus loved everyone, but didn't give everyone equal access.Work as Mission: How to stop absorbing your environment (being a thermometer) and start influencing it (being a thermostat).New life requires new rhythms, and new rhythms require new relationships. Listen now to audit your circle.Soul Tattoo: Healthy relationships don’t just support us — they shape us.Connect With Us:This message is from Connections Pastor Johnny Mitcham at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Freedom is a gift, but walking in it is a process.In this episode, Lead Pastor Rodney Thrift continues the All Things New series with a powerful look at New Freedom. Using the stories of the Prodigal Son and the Demoniac of the Gerasenes, we learn that true freedom isn't just about an empty house—it's about a filled life.In this episode, you will discover:The Trap of Pride: Why you will never be set free thinking you can handle it alone.The Cycle of Bondage: Why we often drift from prosperity back into pride, and how to break that loop.The Power of Confession: Why we go to God for forgiveness, but we must go to God's people for healing (James 5:16).The Father's Response: Understanding the Robe, the Ring, and the Shoes that God has waiting for you.If you are tired of temporary breakthroughs and want sustained freedom, this message is for you.Soul Tattoo: New Freedom is not a moment, it’s a way of living.Connect With Us:This message is from Lead Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Is your body an obstacle or an offering?At the start of the year, we often obsess over physical goals—losing weight, building muscle, or eating clean. But God cares about the vessel you live in for a different reason. He doesn't need you to be perfect; He needs you to be available.In this episode, Lead Pastor Rodney Thrift unpacks the concept of New Fitness. We explore the powerful connection between spiritual discipline and physical stewardship.In this episode, you will discover:The Training Principle: Why "godliness doesn't happen passively" and requires the same intentionality as the gym.The Temple Mindset: Why treating your body well isn't about vanity, but about stewardship and energy for your calling.The Cleaning Process: How to remove the habits (both spiritual and physical) that contaminate your life.Alignment vs. Perfection: Why God isn't looking for a "perfect" body, but a surrendered one.If you are ready to stop separating your physical health from your spiritual walk, this message will help you bring them into alignment.Soul Tattoo: New Fitness is becoming whole so God can use me fully.Connect With Us:This message is from Lead Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Do you want a "New Year" or a "New Life"? There is a difference.In Matthew 17, Jesus reveals that some breakthroughs only happen when we adjust our connections. We need to be more connected to Heaven (through Prayer) and less connected to the world (through Fasting).In this episode, Lead Pastor Rodney Thrift launches our new series, All Things New. He outlines the roadmap for a healthy, growing faith: Knowing God, Building Relationships, Discovering Purpose, and Making a Difference.In this episode, you will discover:The Diagnosis: Why Jesus called the disciples "unbelieving and perverse"—and what that means for us today.The Cure: How prayer connects you to God, and fasting disconnects you from the world.The Principle: "What I starve dies. What I feed grows."The Challenge: Why you must let go of old history to embrace your new purpose.If you are ready to go "All In" and take the One Year Challenge, this message is your starting line.Soul Tattoo: “New Faith” begins when I choose God’s connection over the world’s pull.Connect With Us:This message is from Lead Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Have you ever been reading the Psalms and skipped right over the word "Selah"? You aren't alone. But that little word holds the key to the peace your soul is craving.As we close out the year, Pastors Rodney Thrift and Johnny Mitcham share a special tag-team message titled SELAH. Together, they unpack why this ancient word is actually a "Sacred Pause"—an invitation to stop and let God's truth sink in.In this episode, you will discover:The Definition: Why Selah is God saying, "Don't rush past what I just said."The Shift: How to use the pause to move your focus from your panic to God's presence (Psalm 46).The Divine Highlighter: How God uses Selah to circle specific moments He wants you to remember.Practical Application: How to practice pausing in Scripture, in stress, and in worship.Before you rush into the New Year, take a moment to pause. Listen now.Soul Tattoo: Selah: When God says pause, so our soul can hear what our heart just skipped over.Connect With Us:This message features Pastors Rodney Thrift and Johnny Mitcham at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Love is more than a feeling; it is an action. As 1 John 4 tells us, "We love because He first loved us." But what does that love look like in practice?In this episode of our Journey to Jesus series, special guests Eddie and Beth Taylor (Taylor Ministry Group) take us through the journey of the Magi. By looking at how the Wise Men responded to the birth of Jesus, we discover a blueprint for how we should approach God today.In this episode, you will discover:Love Seeks: Why we don't "drift" toward devotion, but must pursue it with all our hearts.Love Goes: How the love of Christ compels us to move from comfort to obedience.Love Gives: The prophetic meaning behind the Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh—and why you cannot love without giving.If you are looking to move past a passive faith this Christmas and step into a love that does, this message is for you.Soul Tattoo: Love does.Connect With Us:This message features guests Eddie and Beth Taylor. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

We often confuse joy with happiness. Happiness is based on "happenings"—when things go right, we feel good. But biblical joy is something far deeper and more resilient.In this episode, Connections Pastor Johnny Mitcham explores how to experience Joy in EVERY Season. Whether you are on a mountaintop or in a valley, Scripture reveals that joy is not just an emotion; it is a source of strength.In this episode, you will discover:The 3 Types of Biblical Joy:Overflowing Joy: The explosive reaction to the Good News (Luke 2).Strengthening Joy: The stabilizing force when life breaks down (Nehemiah 8).Formational Joy: The grit that grows within us through trials (James 1).The Habakkuk Shift: How to move from looking at the barren fields of your life to rejoicing in the God of your salvation.The Source: Why joy is never found in your circumstances, but only found in the One working within you.If you are tired of your mood rising and falling with your circumstances, this message will equip you to tap into a joy that cannot be stolen.Soul Tattoo: Joy isn’t based on what’s happening around me — it’s based on Who is working within me.Connect With Us:This message is from Connections Pastor Johnny Mitcham at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

We often think that peace is the absence of trouble. We tell ourselves, "I'll have peace when my bank account is full," or "I'll have peace when this relationship is fixed." But the Christmas story teaches us something radically different.In this episode of the "Journey to Jesus" series, Next Gen Pastors Tim and Heidi Bennett unpack the reality of Peace in the Journey. Looking at the story of Mary and Joseph, they reveal that the path to peace often leads directly through challenges, inconvenience, and the unknown.In this episode, you will discover:The Cost of the "Yes": Why stepping into God’s calling often brings spiritual resistance, and why that’s actually a sign you are on the right path.Trust vs. Details: Why God rarely explains everything upfront (if He did, we would rely on our strength instead of His guidance).Mary’s Secret: How to develop a posture of "spiritual attentiveness"—learning to pause and reflect instead of rushing and reacting.The Purpose of the Mess: How God uses the chaos of the journey to mold you for the mission.If you are waiting for perfect circumstances to find peace, you will be waiting forever. Listen now to learn how to find peace in the only place it truly exists.Soul Tattoo: Peace isn’t found in perfect conditions—it’s found in a perfect Savior.Connect With Us:This message features Pastors Tim and Heidi Bennett at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Welcome to Advent—a season of expectant waiting. But what are we waiting for? And how do we hold onto hope when the world around us feels heavy?With nearly 40% of young people reporting persistent feelings of hopelessness, the message of Christmas has never been more relevant. Real hope isn't just "wishing" for things to get better; it is a confident expectation rooted in God's character.In this episode, we kick off our new series, Journey to Jesus, by looking at "The Prophets' Journey." Pastor Rodney Thrift unpacks the incredible statistical reality that Jesus fulfilled over 300 Old Testament prophecies.In this episode, you will discover:The Anchor for Your Soul: Why biblical hope is the only thing that holds steady when life shakes you.The Evidence of Trust: How the 300+ fulfilled prophecies of Jesus prove that if God said it, hope can hold it.Feeling vs. Choosing: Why hope sees beyond what you feel and gives you a light to move toward in the fog.The Ultimate Truth: Hope isn’t found in a season; hope is found in a Savior.If you are navigating uncertainty or battling discouragement, this message will remind you that you serve a God who keeps His word.Soul Tattoo: Hope anchors our journey when we trust God’s promises.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Are you dying, merely surviving, or truly thriving?Thriving is the visible harvest of an invisible process called growth. The reality is, no one thrives by accident. It requires the right environment, consistent nourishment, and time.In this episode, Connections Pastor Johnny Mitcham delivers a powerful message on "Breakthrough Growth." We explore the critical difference between being a "Casual Christian" (where faith is important but not life-directing) and a "Captive Christian" (a fully devoted follower of Jesus).In this episode, you will discover:The 3 Ingredients for Growth: Why you can't grow without the right environment, nourishment, and patience.The Enemy's Playbook: The 3 specific ways Satan tries to stop your growth: by Distorting your identity, Distracting you from God's goodness, and Disconnecting you from relationships.The Power of Obedience: Why abundant life is only found on the other side of action.If you are tired of just surviving and ready to break through into the abundant life Jesus promised in John 10:10, this message is for you.Soul Tattoo: If you’re thriving, it’s because you’re growing—no one thrives by accident.Connect With Us:This message is from Connections Pastor Johnny Mitcham at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Did you know the Bible has more to say about money than it does about faith and prayer combined? Jesus himself spoke about finances and possessions in 16 of his 38 parables.It's not because God needs our money. It's because He knows that our hearts and our finances are deeply and spiritually connected. As Jesus said, "Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."In this practical and eye-opening message, "Breakthrough Generosity," Pastor Rodney Thrift unpacks how living open-handed is the key to unlocking God's blessing in your life. Discover the powerful dynamic between the heart of generosity and the mind of wisdom.In this episode, you will discover:Why putting God first in your finances is one of the most powerful acts of faith you can make.How your personal generosity directly fuels God's mission in your community and around the world.The crucial balance between wisdom and generosity—why one guides *how* we give, and the other guides *why* we give.How a life of generosity can reveal God's supernatural power and leave a lasting legacy.About the one area in the Bible where God Himself invites you to "Test Me" and see His incredible faithfulness unfold.If you're ready to break free from financial anxiety and step into a life of trust and open-handed generosity, this episode provides a clear and grace-filled roadmap.This message's Soul Tattoo: Breakthrough happens when generosity gives and wisdom guides.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If it challenged and encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: ⁠https://www.destination-church.org⁠If you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: ⁠https://www.destination-church.org/connect⁠To support our ministry, visit: ⁠https://destination-church.org/giveMessage notes available at https://www.destination-church.org/episode/breakthrough-generosity

Have you ever felt stuck, praying for a situation that seems impossible? Do you long to see God move in a powerful, undeniable way in your life, your family, or your church? The Bible is filled with stories of ordinary people who experienced extraordinary breakthroughs when they turned to God in prayer.It's not that we can earn God's favor. It's that He invites us into partnership with Him, and He has chosen prayer as the primary way we see His power released on earth. As Ephesians 3:20 says, He is able to do "immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine."In this powerful and inspiring message, Pastor Rodney Thrift unpacks the biblical principles behind breakthrough prayer.In this episode, you will discover:Why your private pain can become a public breakthrough through sincere prayer.How corporate, unified prayer changes impossible situations and invites God’s power to break what's been bound.The power of praying with boldness, and how it gives you courage where fear once stopped you.How prayer doesn’t just change your circumstances—it changes you.If you’re ready to see your vision turn into movement and step into the "immeasurably more" God has for you, this episode provides a clear and powerful roadmap.This message's Soul Tattoo: Breakthrough prayer moves the heart of God and changes the world around us.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If it challenged and encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: ⁠https://www.destination-church.org⁠If you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: ⁠https://www.destination-church.org/connect⁠To support our ministry, visit: ⁠https://destination-church.org/giveFULL SERMON NOTES AVAILABLE HERE: https://www.destination-church.org/episode/breakthrough-prayer

Have you ever felt stuck, praying for a breakthrough that seems just out of reach? Do you sense God has more for your life but you’re not sure how to get there?The Bible is clear that our God is a God of breakthrough, able to do "immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine." But breakthrough doesn't happen by accident. It is activated by a clear, compelling, God-given vision. As the scripture says, "Where there is no vision, the people perish."In this practical and inspiring message, Pastor Rodney Thrift unpacks the biblical principle that a clear vision is the key to unlocking your divine breakthrough.In this episode, you will discover:Why a clear, God-given vision is the key to getting spiritually unstuck and moving forward.How to partner with God to see His purpose for your life, your family, and your community unfold.The difference between your current reality and God's promised future—and how faith bridges the gap.What it truly means to "step out of the boat" and move toward the "immeasurably more" God has for you.If you're ready to break free from spiritual stagnation and step into a season of purpose and divine advancement, this episode provides a clear and faith-filled roadmap.This message's Soul Tattoo: When vision is clear, breakthrough is near.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If it challenged and encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: ⁠https://www.destination-church.org⁠If you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: ⁠https://www.destination-church.org/connect⁠To support our ministry, visit: ⁠https://destination-church.org/give

Did you know the Bible describes our life as a battle? It’s not a fight against other people, but a spiritual war against an enemy we can’t see, fought in our hearts and minds every single day.It's not because God wants us to live in fear. It's because He knows the greatest battles aren't fought on distant battlefields, but within us. And He has not left us defenseless in this fight; He has given us His own armor.In this practical and eye-opening message from the "Essential Christianity" series, Pastor Rodney Thrift unpacks the biblical strategy for spiritual warfare from Ephesians 6.In this episode, you will discover:* Why recognizing the *real* enemy is the first step toward victory.* How to identify and remove the hidden sins that weaken your spiritual defenses.* The purpose of each piece of the Armor of God and how to put it on daily.* Why you can't just remove darkness, you must replace it with the light and truth of God.If you're ready to break free from fear, temptation, and defeat and step into a life of spiritual strength and victory, this episode provides a clear and grace-filled battle plan.This message's Soul Tattoo: We cannot fight what we refuse to face.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If it challenged and encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: ⁠https://www.destination-church.org⁠If you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: ⁠https://www.destination-church.org/connect⁠To support our ministry, visit: ⁠https://destination-church.org/give

Are sin and hell outdated concepts, or are they essential truths we can't afford to ignore? Jesus himself spoke more about hell than anyone else in the Bible.It's not because God is an angry judge looking to condemn people. It's because He desperately wants us to understand the seriousness of being separated from Him so we can fully grasp the incredible gift of salvation He offers.In this direct and hope-filled message from the "Essential Christianity" series, Pastor Rodney Thrift unpacks the biblical reality of sin and hell.In this episode, you will discover:• Why "missing the mark" is about a broken relationship, not just broken rules.• The true "wages of sin" and how it impacts our lives both now and for eternity.• What the Bible actually says about hell as the final consequence of choosing a life apart from God.• How God made a way out through Jesus, turning a message of judgment into one of incredible hope.If you're wrestling with questions about judgment, grace, and what happens after this life, this episode provides a clear and compassionate roadmap.This message's Soul Tattoo: Hell is real, but heaven is available; sin is powerful, but grace is greater.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If it challenged and encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: ⁠https://www.destination-church.org⁠If you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: ⁠https://www.destination-church.org/connect⁠To support our ministry, visit: ⁠https://destination-church.org/give

How do you see people who are hurting or different? When your life is fully surrendered to God—an "altared" life—it completely changes your perspective, allowing you to see others through the compassionate eyes of Jesus.This week, we are honored to host a special guest, Joe Butler, founder of Ability Tree. He shares his powerful personal story of how his son Micah "altared" his perspective on disability and awakened him to the Church's vital role in loving everyone.Using the incredible story from Luke 5—where tenacious friends tear through a roof to bring a paralyzed man to Jesus—Joe delivers a moving and challenging message for every believer.In this episode, you will discover:The difference between the crowd’s casual indifference and the friends' tenacious, roof-tearing faith.Why Jesus always prioritizes the eternal over the temporary, seeing our hearts before our hurt.A powerful framework for understanding our own approach to people with disabilities, moving from ignorance to co-laborership.The practical challenge: Are you part of the crowd, or are you one of the friends willing to carry someone to Jesus?This message will inspire you to look beyond the obvious, see the greatest needs in others, and act with bold compassion.Learn More & Get Involved:This message features special guest Joe Butler, founder of Ability Tree. To learn more about his incredible work providing R.E.S.T. for families impacted by disability, please visit their website.Ability Tree: https://www.abilitytree.orgConnect With Us:To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Did you know the Bible has more to say about money than it does about faith and prayer combined? Jesus himself spoke about finances and possessions in 16 of his 38 parables.It's not because God needs our money. It's because He knows that our hearts and our finances are deeply and spiritually connected. As Jesus said, "Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."In this practical and eye-opening message from the "Essential Christianity" series, Pastor Rodney Thrift unpacks the biblical principle of generosity, stewardship, and the tithe.In this episode, you will discover:Why putting God first in your finances is one of the most powerful acts of faith you can make.How your personal generosity directly advances God's mission in your community and around the world.The difference between temporary, earthly wealth and eternal treasure—and how to invest in what truly lasts.About the one area in the Bible where God Himself invites you to "Test Me" and see His incredible faithfulness unfold.If you're ready to break free from financial anxiety and step into a life of trust and open-handed generosity, this episode provides a clear and grace-filled roadmap.This message's Soul Tattoo: Being generous matters, because our hearts and our finances are closely connected.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If it challenged and encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

In a world full of triggers for anger, anxiety, and division, what if Christians could become catalysts for something radically different? What if, instead of being provoked to frustration, we learned how to intentionally "Trigger Love"?This week, Destination Church is honored to welcome a special guest, Biju Thampy, founder of Vision Rescue, a world-changing ministry serving in the slums of Mumbai. With incredible passion and insight, Biju unpacks Hebrews 10:24-25, calling us to a higher standard of community.In this powerful episode, you will discover:Why the biblical mandate isn't just to feel love, but to actively "stir up love and good works" in one another.How the truth of 1 John 4—that God first loved us—is the ultimate fuel for our love for others.The original purpose God gave humanity in Genesis: to be created in His image and multiply His likeness on the earth.How your love, when triggered, can bring hope and transformation to the most broken places in our world.This isn't just a sermon; it's a mission briefing. It's a call to move beyond passive faith and become people who intentionally and relentlessly trigger love wherever we go. Don't miss this unforgettable message.Learn More & Get Involved:This message features special guest Biju Thampy, founder of Vision Rescue. To learn more about their incredible work and how you can be a part of it, please visit their website.Vision Rescue: https://visionrescue.usConnect With Destination Church:To learn more about our church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Do you ever feel like your faith is in a holding pattern? Like you're spiritually asleep, going through the motions but missing the passion and power you read about in the Bible?What is true, biblical revival? It’s more than just an emotional service or a temporary spiritual high. It’s a sovereign move of God that awakens His people, rekindles a holy fire, and empowers the Church to advance His Kingdom.In this vital message from the "Essential Christianity" series, Pastor Rodney Thrift explores the history and heart of genuine spiritual awakening.In this episode, you will discover:The crucial differences between revival (waking up), salvation (being raised up), and renewal (keeping going).The 7 historical threads woven through every great revival, from the 100-year Moravian prayer meeting to the Azusa Street revival.Why extraordinary prayer and deep repentance are the non-negotiable furnace of every spiritual awakening.How revival is not just a "flash of fire" but the spark for a "sustained flame" of personal renewal that calls you to advance, not retreat.This message is a call to move from spiritual maintenance to Kingdom advancement. It will challenge you to ask: Where have I fallen asleep, and where is God calling me to move forward? If you are hungry for more of God's presence, this episode is your call to awaken.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If it stirred your heart for revival, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Ever feel like there's a gap between knowing about God and truly experiencing Him? What if the key to personal revival and a vibrant, transformed faith is waiting to be rediscovered in the pages of the New Testament?While the Old Testament looked forward to a promised Messiah, the New Testament makes the most important declaration in history: The Messiah has come. It is the fulfillment of God's entire story in the person of Jesus Christ.In this message from our "Essential Christianity" series, Pastor Rodney Thrift unpacks the New Testament, revealing how its rediscovery has sparked revival and reform for centuries—and how it can do the same in your life today.In this episode, you will discover:The central purpose of the New Testament and why its 27 books were written.How the teachings of Jesus and the Apostles are meant to not just inform us, but completely transform us.The direct link between rediscovering God's Word and experiencing personal revival, as seen in the life of King Josiah.Three simple steps to a renewed life: Rediscover the Word, Respond in obedience, and Rely on the Holy Spirit.If you're ready for more than just information—if you're longing for a spiritual refreshing that only comes from God—this episode is your guide. It's time to let the Spirit of God sustain what the Word of God sparks in your heart.This message's "Soul Tattoo": The Bible is God’s story, fulfilled in Jesus, and essential for life today.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If it inspired you, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Is the Bible an outdated book of rules, a confusing collection of ancient stories, or something more? In a world of endless information, why should this one book still matter in your life today, in 2025?What if the 66 books of the Bible aren't disconnected at all? What if they tell one single, unified story that points to one person—Jesus Christ—and holds the keys to understanding God's character and your purpose?In this foundational message from the "Essential Christianity" series, Pastor Rodney Thrift of Destination Church helps us rediscover the Bible not as a history text or a rulebook, but as God's living, breathing Word—absolutely essential for navigating our lives.In this episode, you will discover:Why the Bible is divinely inspired by God, not just manufactured by man.How to see Jesus in the Old Testament, understanding it as the "shadow" and Jesus as the "substance."The single, unbroken covenant story that connects Genesis all the way to Revelation.Why reading the Bible is less about homework and more about building a vibrant relationship with God.Practical ways to move from simply knowing the Word to actively living it out every day.If you've ever felt intimidated, confused, or bored by the Bible, this message is your invitation to a fresh start. It's time to open the book and find not just words, but the Word Himself.This message will equip you to see the Bible in a new light and leave you with this "Soul Tattoo": The Bible is God’s story, fulfilled in Jesus, and essential for life today.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If it helped you see God's Word in a new way, please leave a review and share it with a friend!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus through this message, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

What if the most urgent mission field isn't overseas, but right here in our own community? What if "the least of these" that Jesus calls us to serve are the hundreds of children in the foster care system in South Georgia?The statistics are staggering and heartbreaking. Right now, children in our area are aging out of the system into homelessness, prison, and sex trafficking. The enemy is prowling like a lion, seeking to devour the most vulnerable among us. But the Bible gives the Church a clear and direct command: to seek justice, correct oppression, and care for the fatherless.In this special and eye-opening presentation, Pastor Rodney Thrift welcomes a guest expert, Shannon Ramsey, the Chief Recruitment Officer for Families for Families (F4F). He pulls back the curtain on the foster care crisis happening right now in Ware, Pierce, and our surrounding counties, and delivers an urgent call to action that the Church cannot afford to ignore.In this vital episode, you will hear:The shocking, real-time statistics of the foster care system in Georgia and our local region.The clear biblical mandate from James 1:27 for believers to engage in this critical work.The incredible opportunity we have: There are twice as many churches in Georgia as there are children in foster care. This crisis is solvable.A practical list of ways everyone can get involved. You don't have to become a foster parent to make a profound difference.This isn't just a message to be heard; it's a crisis that demands a response from the people of God. This is what it looks like to live out the truth that EVERYONE COUNTS. If your heart is stirred for the fatherless, this episode will give you the information you need to take your next step.Get Involved:This is a special presentation from Shannon Ramsey of Families for Families, hosted by Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. This is a message that needs to be shared. Please consider sending it to a friend or small group.To connect directly with Families for Families and start your journey:Speaker: Shannon Ramsey, Chief Recruitment OfficerEmail: [email protected]: 470-469-7766To learn more about Destination Church: https://www.destination-church.org

What does "pure faith" actually look like in the world today? Is it about attending church, knowing the right doctrines, or following a set of rituals?According to the Bible, true religion isn't just something you believe; it's something you live. It's a faith that shows up in action, measured by how we love and care for the vulnerable, the forgotten, and the marginalized in our communities. The heart of God beats for "the least of these."In this challenging and inspiring message, "Loving the Least," Pastor Rodney Thrift of Destination Church dives deep into the scriptures to uncover one of Jesus' most counter-cultural commands: to find Him by serving others.In this episode, you will discover:Why pure faith is less about ritual and more about relationship and responsibility.The profound truth of Matthew 25:40: When you serve "the least of these," you are quite literally serving the Lord Jesus Himself.The critical difference between sympathy (feeling bad) and true biblical compassion (doing good).How looking outward in love and serving others acts as a powerful shield that keeps your own heart from being polluted by the world.Are you ready to move your faith from the pews to the pavement? To trade passive feeling for active compassion? Listen now and discover how loving and serving like Jesus can transform not only your community but also your own heart.This message will anchor you in this foundational truth: Loving the LEAST reminds us that EVERYONE COUNTS.Connect With Us:This message is from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If it challenged and encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to celebrate with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry and our local outreach, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Do you ever feel like you're navigating life alone? There's a deep part of every one of us that longs to be loved, to be truly known, and to feel like we belong. We were created for connection, but in a world that feels more disconnected than ever, finding authentic community can seem impossible.The truth is, this feeling isn't new. From the very beginning in the Garden of Eden, sin introduced isolation that breaks our fellowship and wounds the soul.Pastor Johnny Mitcham unpacks God's divine blueprint for community. This isn't just a sermon; it's a roadmap back to the connection you were created for.In this episode, you will discover:Why growth in Christ is not a solo project, but a team effort.How God's presence is experienced most profoundly when we are together.The four core desires wired into every person and how God designed them to be met in community.How Jesus's sacrifice on the cross restores the deep connection that Adam's sin broke.If you're tired of going fast alone and are ready to go far together, this message will give you the biblical principles to build a life deeply rooted in Christ-centered relationships.This message's "Soul Tattoo": We were created for connection, but only Jesus can make it complete.Connect With Us:If this message encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you made a decision for Jesus, we want to celebrate with you! Let us know at: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Have you ever wondered why you were born? We all know the day we entered the world, but discovering the reason for our existence is the journey of a lifetime.So often, we get stuck measuring our worth by what others see. We compare our lives, our talents, and our callings, trying to fit into a mold that was never meant for us. We look at our outward appearance and qualifications and wonder if we have what it takes.In this powerful message, "You Matter More Than You Know," Pastor Johnny Mitcham reveals a life-altering truth: God doesn't see you the way the world does. While people look at the outside, the Lord looks at the heart.In this episode, you will discover:Your Design Reveals Your Assignment: Learn why knowing who God created you to be is the essential first step to understanding what He has called you to do.Your Design Defies Expectations: Just like a young shepherd named David, see how God's plan for your life often ignores human expectations and qualifications.Your Design Drives Your Destiny: Understand how the unique way God wired you is the very thing His Spirit will use to empower you for your divine purpose.Four Practical Next Steps: Get clear, actionable steps you can take today to begin discovering and walking in your God-given calling.Stop trying to be a copy and start embracing the original that God fearfully and wonderfully made. This message will stamp your heart with this truth: Discovering your God-given design is key to walking in your purpose.Connect With Us:If this message inspired you, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs this encouragement!To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus, we'd love to connect with you: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give

Who is your one?That one friend, family member, coworker, or neighbor you wish knew the love of Jesus?Did you know that 90% of Christians have never led another person to Christ? We often feel that changing the world requires a massive movement, but what if it starts with just one person, one prayer, and one step of obedience?In this powerful message, "The Power of ONE," from Pastor Rodney Thrift at Destination Church, we dive into the heart of the Great Commission and discover how God uses ordinary people to create an eternal impact. This isn't a mission for pastors; it's a personal call for you.In this episode, you will discover:Why evangelism isn’t about your personality, but about your obedience.The urgency of the mission and the reality that if we stay silent, the world stays lost.How leading just one person to Jesus can change the trajectory of generations.A practical, step-by-step guide on how to pray specifically for "your one" using the framework of the Lord's Prayer.This message will equip you, challenge you, and leave you with this powerful truth: One Person + One Prayer + One Step of Obedience Can Change a City/Region.Are you ready to accept the "Who's Your One?" challenge? Listen now and be empowered to make an eternal difference.Connect With Us:This message is from Destination Church in Blackshear, GA. If it encouraged you, please consider leaving a review and sharing it with a friend! Be sure to follow our podcast so you never miss a message.To learn more about Destination Church, visit us at: https://www.destination-church.orgIf you said YES to Jesus through this message, we want to celebrate with you! Let us know at: https://www.destination-church.org/connectTo support our ministry, visit: https://destination-church.org/give