Godly Whistleblower with Mackenzie Morgan

Mackenzie Morgan

On the Godly Whistleblower podcast, music artist and worship leader Mackenzie Morgan shines a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and shares what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. Light hearted and relatable, Mackenzie offers an entertaining but honest view on how Christians are to live lives as a pleasing worship to God. read less
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Working For Televangelists Jim And Tammy Faye Bakker At PTL Heritage USA | Guest: Allen Gifford | Ep 29
Nov 13 2024
Working For Televangelists Jim And Tammy Faye Bakker At PTL Heritage USA | Guest: Allen Gifford | Ep 29
Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker were pioneers of the Word of Faith/Prosperity Gospel movement in the 70's and 80's. They were televangelists who started their own broadcast network PTL (Praise The Lord) and even created a theme park and water park called Heritage USA. This week's guest is my step uncle - Allen Gifford who worked at PTL in Heritage USA and who's father was a personal security guard for Jim Bakker. He shares some funny, personal stories about his time working for the Bakkers and growing up in the Word Of Faith belief.    Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
Worship Leader Reviews Lyrics Of “I Speak Jesus” By Charity Gayle (Here Be Lions) | Ep 28
Nov 6 2024
Worship Leader Reviews Lyrics Of “I Speak Jesus” By Charity Gayle (Here Be Lions) | Ep 28
This week's episode is a lyric review of the song "I Speak Jesus" by Here Be Lions, also sung by Charity Gayle. Do the lyrics of this song actually glorify God or ourselves? Is this a song we should be offering as worship to God? Mackenzie dissects the lyrics of the song as well as comparing the theme of the song with Scripture and different New Age beliefs.    Show Notes: Hope UC Nashville Beliefs: https://hopeucnashville.com/who-we-are Subconscious Thinkers: https://www.subconsciousthinkers.com/post/the-law-of-attraction-bible-verses-unveiling-the-power-of-faith   Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
Does God Still Speak To Us? | Ep 27
Oct 30 2024
Does God Still Speak To Us? | Ep 27
Inspired by a prior episode, this week’s episode will be focusing on if God is still audibly speaking to people today. What are the implications of this belief? Is God now silent? What does Scripture have to say about prophecy, and what would happen when God actually spoke in Biblical times? Mackenzie gets into all these questions and more, talking about her background growing up in church and the attitude we should have as Christians today regarding new revelation.    Show Notes: Worship Leader Evaluates Lyrics Of "Goodness Of God" By Bethel: https://youtu.be/VMbcB61JWGo?si=VeLb_hjV0spLQasp What Is A Heresy?: https://youtu.be/ruZbA76IouY?si=gLgFD8a2c_zq8h_d   Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
Maverick City Music, Chandler Moore, Kirk Franklin Collab On Explicit Rap Album? Worship Leader Reviews GloRilla Song “Rain Down On Me” ft. Maverick City Music | Ep 26
Oct 23 2024
Maverick City Music, Chandler Moore, Kirk Franklin Collab On Explicit Rap Album? Worship Leader Reviews GloRilla Song “Rain Down On Me” ft. Maverick City Music | Ep 26
Maverick City Music, Chandler Moore, and Kirk Franklin are making headlines for collaborating on a new song with rap artist GloRilla on her debut album that also features artists such as Megan Thee Stallion and Sexyy Red. Mackenzie reviews the lyrics of the song as well as how we as Christians are to be salt and light in the world and what it truly means to be  set apart from the world like Christ teaches.   Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
Should Christians Listen To Secular Music? A Worship Leader's Perspective | Ep 25
Oct 16 2024
Should Christians Listen To Secular Music? A Worship Leader's Perspective | Ep 25
Christians are called to be set apart from the world. Does that mean they shouldn't listen to any secular music? What about other art forms? Other businesses? Where are Christians supposed to know where to draw the line? Mackenzie tackles this question by diving into what Scripture teaches on how we are to live our lives as Christians to still be in the world - but not of it.    Show Notes: Mackenzie's music: https://open.spotify.com/album/0WLHZ37WuG8PU3Z4B1Rta5   (I quoted 1 Corinthians 5:9-13 - not chapter 8 🤪)    Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
Worship Leader Evaluates Lyrics Of Song "Goodness Of God" By Bethel Music | Ep 24
Oct 2 2024
Worship Leader Evaluates Lyrics Of Song "Goodness Of God" By Bethel Music | Ep 24
Mackenzie dives into another Bethel song in this episode. This time, she's evaluating the lyrics of "Goodness Of God." Very few avid church goers will not recognize this hugely popular song, as it is one of the biggest worship songs over the past 10 years. How do Bethel's lyrics compare to Scripture? Do the lyrics pass the biblical sniff test? Is that enough?    Show Notes: Jenn Johnson Full Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mIOnVpJDnY&list=PLt5jsxsDUgNrZ_PhfD-QOP3mdy52UA5EB&index=6&t=1200s   Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
My Experience Dealing With Church Hurt | A Worship Leader's Perspective | Ep 23
Sep 25 2024
My Experience Dealing With Church Hurt | A Worship Leader's Perspective | Ep 23
Have you ever experienced 'church hurt'? Have you ever been a part of or worked at a church where politics ran rampant? Mackenzie opens up and shares her experience dealing with church hurt and some of her stories from working for a church. This raw, vulnerable conversation is one a lot of people can relate to if they've been apart of a church and served for a period of time. The goal of this conversation is not to tear down, but to be honest about the realities of a very real thing known as church hurt.    Show Notes: Worship Leader Goes Viral For Sharing Convictions About Worship Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/godly-whistleblower-with-mackenzie-morgan/id1739368071?i=1000670643192   Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
Reviewing Rediscover Bethel Series Ep 1 (Part 2) Guest: D.L. Holloway | Prophecy, Miracles, & Healing | Ep 22
Sep 18 2024
Reviewing Rediscover Bethel Series Ep 1 (Part 2) Guest: D.L. Holloway | Prophecy, Miracles, & Healing | Ep 22
We're back with my husband, Dakota (D.L.) Holloway to discuss more of the Rediscover Bethel series episode 1. In this episode, we cover Bill Johnson and Dann Farrelly's thoughts on how miracles can be 'imperfect' and the pressure put on believers to experience and perform miracles as an everyday occurence in the Christian life. How are we to understand and interpret miracles in the Bible? What are we to believe about sickness and healing?    Show Notes: Part 1 of our review on episode 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/godly-whistleblower-with-mackenzie-morgan/id1739368071?i=1000669927134 Rediscover Bethel Ep 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZ2xjnXYfm8&list=PLUaRlPOu98p0clsG0U0jGoU91tl5q3-sK   Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
Should We Sing Worship Music Written By False Teachers? | Ep 21
Sep 11 2024
Should We Sing Worship Music Written By False Teachers? | Ep 21
If a song is biblical or if it passes the theological sniff test, should we sing it in church? What if the song is written by a church or organization that teaches false teachings and is a false teacher? Do we sing it anyway? What does Scripture have to say about this issue? Is it a fallacy? Mackenzie dives into this controversial topic, addressing the issue of where our worship songs are coming from and why we should be so careful as to who and what organizations we support and allow into the church.   Show Notes: Nouri TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTF8eW5YF/ How To Recognize A False Teacher: https://youtu.be/keK6POsVMeg?si=-ibJO5lHZeqOsC6y    Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
Why The Song ‘Raise A Hallelujah’ Is Not A Worship Song | Ep 20
Sep 4 2024
Why The Song ‘Raise A Hallelujah’ Is Not A Worship Song | Ep 20
Due to the response of a previous episode (ep 15) where Mackenzie evaluated the lyrics of the song “Raise A Hallelujah” by Bethel Music, Mackenzie is following that up by responding to the most popular questions received on YouTube. This particular subject seemed to have struck a nerve, so in this episode Mackenzie dives into answering listener’s questions using Scripture and providing perspective as to how the song “Raise A Hallelujah” is not a worship song.   Show Notes: Worship Leader Evaluates Lyrics Of Song "Raise A Hallelujah" By Bethel Music: https://youtu.be/mCFvGh5M1Do?si=6FSLJ4j1fot2-EFX   Alternative Music To Listen To That Isn't Bethel, Hillsong, or Elevation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jt9wVjzPw4   Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
Alternative Worship Music To Listen To That Isn’t Hillsong, Bethel, or Elevation | Ep 19
Aug 28 2024
Alternative Worship Music To Listen To That Isn’t Hillsong, Bethel, or Elevation | Ep 19
Are you tired of only hearing about what music you 'shouldn't listen to' and are left wondering what music is left? Are you looking for different worship music and artists to add to your playlist instead of supporting churches such as Hillsong, Bethel, and Elevation? In this episode, Mackenzie gives a list of some of her personal recommendations for alternative worship/Christian music to listen to from solid, biblical sources of bands and artists who's goal is to magnify Christ with rich, theologically deep lyrics and music. She shares a little information about each artist as well as some of their most popular songs. Happy listening! :)   Show Links: Worship Leader Evaluates Lyrics of Song "Raise A Hallelujah" by Bethel Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCFvGh5M1Do   Sound Worship Music Bands/Artists List: https://shorturl.at/avHEO   Worship Music Playlist:  https://shorturl.at/Ti4Bw   Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
Reviewing Rediscover Bethel Series Episode 1 (Part 1) Guest: D.L. Holloway | Ep 18
Aug 21 2024
Reviewing Rediscover Bethel Series Episode 1 (Part 1) Guest: D.L. Holloway | Ep 18
I’m joined in this episode by a very special guest…my husband! D.L. Holloway is gracing the podcast with his commentary, and we are both discussing the series of videos from Bethel Church ‘Rediscover Bethel’ where they address certain controversies and allegations that they've been a part of over the years due to their teachings and actions. We are tackling episode 1 of that series in this episode. We talk a little about Bill Johnson’s Kenosis teachings, Jesus in contrast with the Father, and believers working miracles as Jesus did in His divine nature. So, buckle up! This one is a little hairy.   Show Links: Rediscover Bethel Episode 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZ2xjnXYfm8&list=PLUaRlPOu98p0clsG0U0jGoU91tl5q3-sK   The Dangers Of Bethel Church: https://youtu.be/UZqO7wMx6KE?si=nPgzrTS0R2h54YZ_   Bill Johnson Explaining How He Did His Miracles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5I-F_M2xM4   When Heaven Invades Earth Book Chapter 2: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b6f0ae3b10598f1f5c42f86/t/5d7943f4c172af65f70e8405/1568228348463/Bill+Johnson_Whe+Heaven+Invades+Earth.pdf   Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
Worship Leader Reviews New Elevation Album And Sovereign Grace Music Album | Ep 17
Aug 14 2024
Worship Leader Reviews New Elevation Album And Sovereign Grace Music Album | Ep 17
In this episode, Mackenzie reviews the new Elevation Worship album ‘When Wind Meets Fire’, going into the background of why the album was made, the inspiration, and some of the lyrics of a few of the songs from the record. She also talks about the new Sovereign Grace album that recently came out ‘Knowing God’ and compares some of the lyrics of the songs to songs from Elevation’s record. By breaking down these two albums and contrasting them, maybe we can see bigger differences than just style and composition - seeing what makes a worship song theologically rich and deep in meaning, worthy of congregational worship to God.   Show Links: Worship Leader Evaluates Lyrics Of Song “Raise A Hallelujah” By Bethel Music: https://youtu.be/mCFvGh5M1Do?si=1_Q_GSHA0cT6D70v   Worship Leader Evaluates Lyrics Of Song “Holy Spirit” By Jesus Culture: https://youtu.be/eNtBBnJ2z0M?si=RVHflVkh1eS8Iaw5   Jonsal from Elevation Worship Interview: https://youtu.be/9kDSLRVRGSU?si=A86Hcjo4du8LiwUD   Elevation Easter Controversy: https://www.christianpost.com/news/elevation-church-sent-easter-invites-that-omit-resurrection.html   Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
My Story As A Christian In The Music Industry And As A Worship Leader | Ep 16
Aug 7 2024
My Story As A Christian In The Music Industry And As A Worship Leader | Ep 16
Hi, it’s me Mackenzie. This episode is all about my story and life as a Christian growing up in the music industry, some of my journey as a worship leader, and my overall walk and relationship with the Lord. I wanted to open up and allow my listeners to get to know me a little more personally and share parts of my life that a lot of people may not know much about - if at all. So grab a cup of coffee, and let’s chat :)   Story About My Viral Facebook Post: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0Nrg253ZlA   Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
Worship Leader Evaluates Lyrics Of Song "Raise A Hallelujah" By Bethel Music | Ep 15
Jul 31 2024
Worship Leader Evaluates Lyrics Of Song "Raise A Hallelujah" By Bethel Music | Ep 15
The popular worship song “Raise A Hallelujah” by Bethel Music is one that is sung across thousands of churches all over the globe. What is the overall message and context of this song? So often in church today, it's so easy to mindlessly be singing whatever lyrics are on the screen during the music part of the worship service. But do we ever stop to read and ask ourselves what exactly the lyrics of these songs are saying and who they’re really about? In this episode, Mackenzie breaks down the song lyrics of “Raise A Hallelujah” and dives into why the song was written as well as what Christians can learn from the song.   Backstory of "Raise A Hallelujah" from Bethel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awkO61T6i0k   Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
How To Talk To Your Pastor About Singing Music From False Teachers | Guest: Pastor David Henneke | Ep 14
Jul 24 2024
How To Talk To Your Pastor About Singing Music From False Teachers | Guest: Pastor David Henneke | Ep 14
One of the most asked questions I've seen in recent years is: how to talk with your pastor about the use of music in the church written by false teachers such as Bethel, Hillsong, or Elevation. It can be hard or intimidating to some to approach their leadership about controversial issues such as pertaining to the music part of the worship service. For this episode, I am joined by Pastor David Henneke from First Baptist Church in Kingsland, TX to discuss how a member of a church body should approach their pastor with this concern. Pastor Henneke is no stranger to the topic of false teachers as he preached a sermon titled "False Teachers" that went viral back in 2018. We talk about his popular sermon and the backstory behind it as well.    Pastor David Henneke "False Teachers" sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMxOF6yLb9w   Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
Should We Sing Hymns Written By Heretics? | Ep 13
Jul 17 2024
Should We Sing Hymns Written By Heretics? | Ep 13
How do we approach the issue of singing and offering hymns as worship to God that were written by men who were heretics? Do we sing them anyway? Does Scripture even teach on this? How can we be sure our music glorifies God and is safe for the body? In this episode, Mackenzie dives into the origins and backgrounds of two different hymn writers who had some very questionable beliefs and teachings as well as the famous hymns they coined that we are very familiar with singing in church today. Using Scripture, Mackenzie breaks down these questions and more so we can be truly confident in our worship music selections and be 'well with our souls.'   Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
Why Do Christians Today Suck At Making Good Art? Guests: Jason Farley & Marcus Pittman | Ep 12
Jul 10 2024
Why Do Christians Today Suck At Making Good Art? Guests: Jason Farley & Marcus Pittman | Ep 12
Christians in the past used to own art. They were the forerunners of science, medicine, architecture, and all forms of media and art. What happened? Have Christians today forfeited art to the secular culture? Why does it seem like Christians have taken a backseat to the world to determine what is and isn't 'good art'? Guests Jason Farley and Marcus Pittman from LOOR share the literal behind the scenes of what is going on in the Christian media and film industry and why Christians today suck at making good art. I so appreciate their perspective on this issue and think this is such a crucial, important message for the entire church today. If you're going to skip an episode, don't let it be this one.    Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com
What Is A Heresy? | Ep 11
Jul 3 2024
What Is A Heresy? | Ep 11
So often today the word 'heresy' is thrown around at random, and over time it has lost its punch. Sometimes Christians are quick to call certain beliefs or people heretical when they don't meet the necessary qualifications to be so, and are slow to give the label to something that is actual heresy. In this episode, we explore the root meaning of the word 'heresy', different heresies that have been rampant in the church throughout church history, and how we can know for sure if a teaching or doctrine today deserves the label.     Hi, I'm Mackenzie. I'm a music artist, worship leader, wife, mom (I wear a lot of hats), and host of the Godly Whistleblower podcast. I seek to shine a light on popular teachings and music in the church today and share what Scripture teaches on how we are to worship in spirit and in truth within the church gathering. My desire is to learn together with my listeners how Christians are to live lives ultimately as a pleasing worship to God. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd appreciate so much if you left me a review!   Thank you for listening! - Mac   Website: https://godlywhistleblower.podbean.com/   Sign up for the newsletter: https://rb.gy/huteir   Socials: https://www.facebook.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.instagram.com/godlywhistleblower https://www.tiktok.com/godlywhistleblower   Follow Mackenzie at: https://www.instagram.com/themackenziemorgan https://facebook.com/themackenziemorgan https://youtube.com/mackenziemorgan   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/godlywhistleblower   Email: godlywhistleblower@gmail.com