Momentum with Morris Mott

Morris Mott

Momentum with Morris Mott Encouragement. Scripture. Smooth Jazz. Each week, Morris Mott brings together encouragement from the Scriptures, inspirational reflections, and the relaxing backdrop of smooth jazz music.  Momentum is designed to give listeners a spiritual and motivational boost for the week ahead. Through thoughtful reflections on faith, biblical wisdom, and uplifting messages of hope, this podcast invites listeners to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most. Whether you're searching for purpose, peace, encouragement, or your next step, Momentum with Morris Mott offers a calm and inspiring moment in the middle of a busy world. Your story is still being written. And with God, your best days are never behind you… they’re always ahead. New episodes released weekly.

Episodes

  1. 6d ago

    Grace Changes Everything

    What does it really mean when someone says, "I'm doing better than I deserve?" In this episode of Momentum with Morris Mott, Morris explores the life-changing truth of God's grace from Romans 5:8. Discover how grace isn't something we earn; it's God's incredible gift through Jesus Christ. If you've ever struggled to believe that God is truly good, this encouraging conversation will remind you that His love isn't based on your performance but on His unchanging character. In this episode, you'll discover:  Why grace begins with God—not us.  The difference between earning God's favor and receiving His love.  How the Cross forever settled the question of God's goodness.  A powerful weekly declaration to help you live confidently as God's child. No matter what your past looks like, God's grace is greater. Because of Jesus... you're living better than you deserve. Be encouraged, share this episode with a friend, and join us next week as we continue the Better Than I Deserve series. 🎧 Subscribe & Share Momentum with Morris Mott Encouragement. Scripture. Smooth Jazz. Thank you for listening to Momentum with Morris Mott. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review wherever you listen. Your support helps more people discover the message of hope. Let’s keep moving forward — in life, in faith, and into the future. 📱 Connect With Us YouTube: @Christ Church Plainfield  Instagram: @christchurchplainfield Facebook: Christ Church Plainfield Website: www.christchurchplainfield.com 🎵 Music Credit Intro/Outro Music: Beyond Your Dreams © 2002 James Hightshoe / Morris Mott / BMI Performed by Morris Mott from the album Beyond Your Dreams. Used with full permission of the rights holder. All rights reserved. © 2025 Morris Mott / Christ Church Plainfield. All rights reserved.

  2. Jul 30

    When Life Does Not Turn Out The Way You Hoped

    Life doesn't always unfold the way we planned. Dreams change. Doors close. Unexpected detours leave us wondering what God is doing. In this first episode of Season Two, Pastor Morris shares a message of hope for anyone walking through disappointment or uncertainty. Drawing from Proverbs 3:5-6 and Romans 8:28, he reminds us that while we may not always understand God's plan, we can always trust His heart. If you've ever wondered why life took an unexpected turn, this episode will encourage you to keep trusting the God who never stops working behind the scenes. Scripture Proverbs 3:5–6 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding..." In This Episode:  Why disappointment doesn't mean God has abandoned you  Trusting God's direction when life takes an unexpected turn  The grace of God's "recalculating" moments  Finding hope even when the story isn't unfolding as planned Key Takeaway Don't judge God's faithfulness by one chapter. He's still writing your story. 🎙️ Momentum with Morris Mott Practical encouragement. Biblical hope. Forward movement. 🎧 Subscribe & Share Momentum with Morris Mott Encouragement. Scripture. Smooth Jazz. Thank you for listening to Momentum with Morris Mott. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review wherever you listen. Your support helps more people discover the message of hope. Let’s keep moving forward — in life, in faith, and into the future. 📱 Connect With Us YouTube: @Christ Church Plainfield  Instagram: @christchurchplainfield Facebook: Christ Church Plainfield Website: www.christchurchplainfield.com 🎵 Music Credit Intro/Outro Music: Beyond Your Dreams © 2002 James Hightshoe / Morris Mott / BMI Performed by Morris Mott from the album Beyond Your Dreams. Used with full permission of the rights holder. All rights reserved. © 2025 Morris Mott / Christ Church Plainfield. All rights reserved.

  3. Jul 23

    When You Look Back and See God's Faithfulness

    Have you ever stopped to reflect on how far God has brought you? In this encouraging episode of Momentum with Morris Mott, Morris shares the powerful story of Samuel's Ebenezer stone from 1 Samuel 7:12 and reminds us that remembering God's faithfulness strengthens our faith for the future. Whether you're celebrating a milestone, walking through a difficult season, or simply needing a reminder of God's goodness, this episode will encourage you to pause, look back, and thank God for every step He has faithfully guided. If God did it then...He'll do it now. Scripture 1 Samuel 7:12 "Thus far the Lord has helped us." In This Episode:  Why remembering God's faithfulness builds stronger faith  The significance of Samuel's Ebenezer  How gratitude changes our perspective  Finding hope for tomorrow by remembering yesterday's victories Key Takeaway The God who has been faithful yesterday is already waiting in your tomorrow. 🎙️ Momentum with Morris Mott Practical encouragement. Biblical hope. Forward movement. 🎧 Subscribe & Share Momentum with Morris Mott Encouragement. Scripture. Smooth Jazz. Thank you for listening to Momentum with Morris Mott. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review wherever you listen. Your support helps more people discover the message of hope. Let’s keep moving forward — in life, in faith, and into the future. 📱 Connect With Us YouTube: @Christ Church Plainfield  Instagram: @christchurchplainfield Facebook: Christ Church Plainfield Website: www.christchurchplainfield.com 🎵 Music Credit Intro/Outro Music: Beyond Your Dreams © 2002 James Hightshoe / Morris Mott / BMI Performed by Morris Mott from the album Beyond Your Dreams. Used with full permission of the rights holder. All rights reserved. © 2025 Morris Mott / Christ Church Plainfield. All rights reserved.

  4. Jul 16

    When Relationships Need Healing

    Relationships are one of God's greatest blessings—but they can also become one of life's greatest challenges. Whether it's a misunderstanding, disappointment, broken trust, or unresolved hurt, every relationship eventually needs grace. In this episode of Momentum with Morris Mott, Morris shares biblical encouragement from Colossians 3:13 and reminds us that healing begins where forgiveness begins. While we can't always control another person's response, we can choose to walk in the grace Christ has shown us. If you've been carrying the weight of a wounded relationship, this episode offers hope, practical encouragement, and the reminder that God is still in the business of restoring hearts. Scripture Colossians 3:13 "Bear with each other and forgive one another... Forgive as the Lord forgave you." In This Episode:  Why every healthy relationship requires grace  The difference between forgiveness and approval  How unforgiveness affects our own hearts  Taking the first step toward healing and restoration Key Takeaway Healing begins where forgiveness begins. 🎙️ Momentum with Morris Mott Practical encouragement. Biblical hope. Forward movement. 🎧 Subscribe & Share Momentum with Morris Mott Encouragement. Scripture. Smooth Jazz. Thank you for listening to Momentum with Morris Mott. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review wherever you listen. Your support helps more people discover the message of hope. Let’s keep moving forward — in life, in faith, and into the future. 📱 Connect With Us YouTube: @Christ Church Plainfield  Instagram: @christchurchplainfield Facebook: Christ Church Plainfield Website: www.christchurchplainfield.com 🎵 Music Credit Intro/Outro Music: Beyond Your Dreams © 2002 James Hightshoe / Morris Mott / BMI Performed by Morris Mott from the album Beyond Your Dreams. Used with full permission of the rights holder. All rights reserved. © 2025 Morris Mott / Christ Church Plainfield. All rights reserved.

  5. Jul 9

    God's Positioning System

    Have you ever wondered if you were making the right decision? Whether you're facing a career change, a family decision, a ministry opportunity, or simply trying to discern God's will for your life, you're not alone. In this episode of Momentum with Morris Mott, Morris shares encouragement from James 1:5 and reminds us that God delights in giving wisdom to those who ask. Just as a GPS recalculates when we miss a turn, our Heavenly Father faithfully guides us, redirects us, and positions us for His purpose. You don't have to know the entire journey to take the next faithful step. God promises to lead those who trust Him. Scripture James 1:5 "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives generously to all without finding fault..." In This Episode:  Why God is our ultimate "GPS"—God's Positioning System  How to seek wisdom instead of relying on fear  Why God often reveals the next step instead of the whole journey  Finding peace when you're making important decisions Key Takeaway: You don't have to know every turn in the road. You simply need to follow the One who does. 🎧 Subscribe & Share Momentum with Morris Mott Encouragement. Scripture. Smooth Jazz. Thank you for listening to Momentum with Morris Mott. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review wherever you listen. Your support helps more people discover the message of hope. Let’s keep moving forward — in life, in faith, and into the future. 📱 Connect With Us YouTube: @Christ Church Plainfield  Instagram: @christchurchplainfield Facebook: Christ Church Plainfield Website: www.christchurchplainfield.com 🎵 Music Credit Intro/Outro Music: Beyond Your Dreams © 2002 James Hightshoe / Morris Mott / BMI Performed by Morris Mott from the album Beyond Your Dreams. Used with full permission of the rights holder. All rights reserved. © 2025 Morris Mott / Christ Church Plainfield. All rights reserved.

  6. Jul 2

    When You've Made A Mistake

    We've all experienced moments we wish we could do over. A wrong decision. A wrong turn. A missed opportunity. A failure we can't seem to forget. In this episode of Momentum with Morris Mott, Pastor Morris reminds us that while mistakes are part of life, they do not have to define our future. Drawing from David's heartfelt prayer in Psalm 51, this encouraging message reveals the restoring power of God's grace. When we come honestly before the Lord, we discover that forgiveness is real, restoration is possible, and our story is far from over. Key Takeaways: • Failure is an event, not your identity. • God's grace is greater than your greatest mistake. • Forgiveness leads to freedom. • Your next step matters more than your last stumble. Scripture: Psalm 51:10 "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me." No matter where you've been, God's grace can lead you forward. Your story isn't over. 🎙️ Momentum with Morris Mott — Practical encouragement. Biblical hope. Forward movement. 🎧 Subscribe & Share Momentum with Morris Mott Encouragement. Scripture. Smooth Jazz. Thank you for listening to Momentum with Morris Mott. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review wherever you listen. Your support helps more people discover the message of hope. Let’s keep moving forward — in life, in faith, and into the future. 📱 Connect With Us YouTube: @Christ Church Plainfield  Instagram: @christchurchplainfield Facebook: Christ Church Plainfield Website: www.christchurchplainfield.com 🎵 Music Credit Intro/Outro Music: Beyond Your Dreams © 2002 James Hightshoe / Morris Mott / BMI Performed by Morris Mott from the album Beyond Your Dreams. Used with full permission of the rights holder. All rights reserved. © 2025 Morris Mott / Christ Church Plainfield. All rights reserved.

  7. Jun 25

    Between The "Amen!" and "There It Is!"

    Have you ever prayed, believed God, and then found yourself waiting for the answer? In this episode of Momentum with Morris Mott, Pastor Morris explores one of the most challenging parts of the faith journey: the space between the prayer and the promise. Drawing from Isaiah 40:31, this encouraging message reminds us that waiting is not wasted when God is working. While we may not always see what God is doing behind the scenes, we can trust that He is faithful, present, and actively working on our behalf. Whether you're waiting for direction, healing, provision, restoration, or an answered prayer, this episode will encourage you to keep trusting, keep believing, and keep moving forward. Key Takeaways: • God's delays are not God's denials  • Waiting is not passive—it is active trust  • God often does His deepest work while we wait  • Faith grows strongest between the "Amen" and the "There it is" Scripture: Isaiah 40:31 Remember: You may not see the answer yet, but God is still working. Keep trusting Him in the waiting. 🎙️ Momentum with Morris Mott — Practical encouragement. Biblical hope. Forward movement. 🎧 Subscribe & Share Momentum with Morris Mott Encouragement. Scripture. Smooth Jazz. Thank you for listening to Momentum with Morris Mott. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review wherever you listen. Your support helps more people discover the message of hope. Let’s keep moving forward — in life, in faith, and into the future. 📱 Connect With Us YouTube: @Christ Church Plainfield  Instagram: @christchurchplainfield Facebook: Christ Church Plainfield Website: www.christchurchplainfield.com 🎵 Music Credit Intro/Outro Music: Beyond Your Dreams © 2002 James Hightshoe / Morris Mott / BMI Performed by Morris Mott from the album Beyond Your Dreams. Used with full permission of the rights holder. All rights reserved. © 2025 Morris Mott / Christ Church Plainfield. All rights reserved.

  8. Jun 18

    When You Feel Overwhelmed

    Have you ever felt like life was coming at you from every direction? In this episode of Momentum, Morris shares encouragement from Psalm 61:2 and reminds us that even strong people experience overwhelming seasons. The good news is that God never intended us to carry life's burdens alone. When our hearts are overwhelmed, we can turn to the Rock that is higher than we are and find peace, strength, and perspective. If you've been carrying worries, pressures, or concerns, this episode will encourage you to stop focusing on the weight and start focusing on the One who is greater than the weight. Key Takeaway: Faith isn't pretending you're strong. Faith is knowing where to run when you're not. Join us for a few minutes of practical encouragement and biblical hope for everyday life. 🎧 Subscribe & Share Momentum with Morris Mott Encouragement. Scripture. Smooth Jazz. Thank you for listening to Momentum with Morris Mott. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review wherever you listen. Your support helps more people discover the message of hope. Let’s keep moving forward — in life, in faith, and into the future. 📱 Connect With Us YouTube: @Christ Church Plainfield  Instagram: @christchurchplainfield Facebook: Christ Church Plainfield Website: www.christchurchplainfield.com 🎵 Music Credit Intro/Outro Music: Beyond Your Dreams © 2002 James Hightshoe / Morris Mott / BMI Performed by Morris Mott from the album Beyond Your Dreams. Used with full permission of the rights holder. All rights reserved. © 2025 Morris Mott / Christ Church Plainfield. All rights reserved.

  9. Jun 11

    When Life Feels Uncertain

    What do you do when you don't know what comes next? In this episode of Momentum with Morris Mott, we're reminded that faith isn't about having every answer—it's about trusting God when we don't. Using a simple story about a little boy's bedtime prayer and the timeless wisdom of Proverbs 3:5, Pastor Morris shares encouragement for anyone facing uncertainty, waiting on direction, or navigating an unknown season. You may not see the entire road ahead, but you can trust the God who does. Key Takeaway: Faith is not knowing everything ahead of time. Faith is trusting God with what you don't know. Join us for a few minutes of encouragement, hope, and practical faith for everyday life. 🎧 Subscribe & Share Momentum with Morris Mott Encouragement. Scripture. Smooth Jazz. Thank you for listening to Momentum with Morris Mott. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review wherever you listen. Your support helps more people discover the message of hope. Let’s keep moving forward — in life, in faith, and into the future. 📱 Connect With Us YouTube: @Christ Church Plainfield  Instagram: @christchurchplainfield Facebook: Christ Church Plainfield Website: www.christchurchplainfield.com 🎵 Music Credit Intro/Outro Music: Beyond Your Dreams © 2002 James Hightshoe / Morris Mott / BMI Performed by Morris Mott from the album Beyond Your Dreams. Used with full permission of the rights holder. All rights reserved. © 2025 Morris Mott / Christ Church Plainfield. All rights reserved.

  10. Jun 4

    Take The Next Step

    Sometimes the hardest part of faith is not knowing the whole plan. In this episode of Momentum with Morris Mott, Pastor Morris encourages listeners not to become overwhelmed by the future, but instead focus on the next faithful step in front of them. Drawing from Psalm 119:105, this message reminds us that God often gives direction one step at a time—not all at once. Whether you’re beginning again, making a decision, or simply trying to move forward, God is faithful to guide you. You don’t need perfect clarity to keep moving forward—you just need the willingness to trust Him for the next step. Key Takeaway: Small steps of faith often lead to life-changing moments. 🎧 Subscribe & Share Momentum with Morris Mott Encouragement. Scripture. Smooth Jazz. Thank you for listening to Momentum with Morris Mott. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review wherever you listen. Your support helps more people discover the message of hope. Let’s keep moving forward — in life, in faith, and into the future. 📱 Connect With Us YouTube: @Christ Church Plainfield  Instagram: @christchurchplainfield Facebook: Christ Church Plainfield Website: www.christchurchplainfield.com 🎵 Music Credit Intro/Outro Music: Beyond Your Dreams © 2002 James Hightshoe / Morris Mott / BMI Performed by Morris Mott from the album Beyond Your Dreams. Used with full permission of the rights holder. All rights reserved. © 2025 Morris Mott / Christ Church Plainfield. All rights reserved.

  11. May 28

    Stay in The Freedom

    Freedom is not just something God brings you into—it’s something He calls you to live in every day. In this encouraging episode of Momentum with Morris Mott, we’re reminded that after seasons of breakthrough and spiritual growth, it’s easy to drift back into pressure, striving, and performance-based thinking. Drawing from Galatians 5:1, this episode challenges us to resist the temptation to measure our worth by our performance and instead stay grounded in the grace of God. If you’ve been feeling pressure creeping back into your life, this message will encourage you to stand firm in the freedom Christ has already given you. Key Takeaway: Don’t return to the pressure God already delivered you from. 🎧 Subscribe & Share Momentum with Morris Mott Encouragement. Scripture. Smooth Jazz. Thank you for listening to Momentum with Morris Mott. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review wherever you listen. Your support helps more people discover the message of hope. Let’s keep moving forward — in life, in faith, and into the future. 📱 Connect With Us YouTube: @Christ Church Plainfield  Instagram: @christchurchplainfield Facebook: Christ Church Plainfield Website: www.christchurchplainfield.com 🎵 Music Credit Intro/Outro Music: Beyond Your Dreams © 2002 James Hightshoe / Morris Mott / BMI Performed by Morris Mott from the album Beyond Your Dreams. Used with full permission of the rights holder. All rights reserved. © 2025 Morris Mott / Christ Church Plainfield. All rights reserved.

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Momentum with Morris Mott Encouragement. Scripture. Smooth Jazz. Each week, Morris Mott brings together encouragement from the Scriptures, inspirational reflections, and the relaxing backdrop of smooth jazz music.  Momentum is designed to give listeners a spiritual and motivational boost for the week ahead. Through thoughtful reflections on faith, biblical wisdom, and uplifting messages of hope, this podcast invites listeners to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most. Whether you're searching for purpose, peace, encouragement, or your next step, Momentum with Morris Mott offers a calm and inspiring moment in the middle of a busy world. Your story is still being written. And with God, your best days are never behind you… they’re always ahead. New episodes released weekly.