Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips — a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose.In this powerful episode of Backstage with Randy Phillips, special guest Larry Brey from Elevation Church shares his incredible journey of faith, sacrifice, and the heart of serving the local church. From the early days of Elevation—where he and his wife sold their home and raised their own support—to the global impact of Elevation Worship and ministry, Larry reminds us that sacrifice is not a one-time event but a lifestyle. This episode challenges listeners to examine their own commitment to serving and to recognize that faith is not dictated by finances but by obedience. Through inspiring stories and deep biblical truths, Randy and Larry remind us that God does miracles through those willing to “carry the water.”STAY CONNECTEDLifeFamily Media: https://www.instagram.com/lifefamilymedia/Connect With Pastor Randy: https://www.instagram.com/randypcd/Connect w/ Larry Brey: https://www.instagram.com/lbrey/ CHAPTERS 0:00 – Faith should not be dictated by finances – sacrifice is a lifestyle0:44 – Introducing Larry Brey: Elevation Church, family, and ministry journey1:56 – Moving from Minnesota to North Carolina and his sports medicine career4:48 – The moment that changed his faith: his brother’s miraculous healing6:42 – Wrestling with God’s call—leaving security for obedience8:02 – The radical sacrifice to help launch Elevation Church9:50 – Raising support as “missionaries to Charlotte” for the first two years10:39 – You can’t expect a new blessing from an old sacrifice11:57 – The global impact of Elevation Church: arenas, music, and ministry12:55 – Never lose sight of the one person in the crowd14:39 – The challenge: post-pandemic commitment and serving in the church16:28 – The Church’s biggest leadership challenge today: we borrowed the system of the world but not the spirit18:15 – People are heavy on busy, light on purpose19:11 – If you’re not helping people meet Jesus, we need your seat21:12 – The power of a serve team: can you hear the cry of the lost?23:37 – Why many people quit: they forget the why behind the work25:53 – The Kingdom principle: self-denial is greater than self-care27:05 – Without God, we cannot. Without us, God will not.28:03 – The first miracle of Jesus: turning water into wine—but only because the serve team filled the jars29:59 – Final encouragement: step into serving, and watch God work through youThanks for tuning in! Be sure to share this video with someone you know and subscribe to our channel so you don't miss a new episode! 

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