Corey Carr Jr. faces a major setback when he's passed over for a leadership role in his dad's church, and he boldly announces his departure and plans to lead a ministry in Lubbock, Texas.

Corey adjusts to his new role at Bethlehem Temple, consulting an elderly couple on intimate issues and a young man about lust, while also processing his grandmother's declining health.

With Pastor Stinney on vacation, Corey struggles with preaching and managing a chaotic funeral; Keisha's career success and her sister's advice cause her to doubt her relationship.

Corey gets Pastor Stinney's approval to start a youth service and enlists help from friends and community members, including securing a performance by Tobe Nwigwe.

Corey's leadership is tested when Mother Jean's grandson, Teddy, is considered for the pastor role; Rodney causes conflict as he revamps the music department and brings in fresh talent.

Corey is offered a lead pastor role at a larger church, forcing him to reevaluate his current commitments; Rodney faces uncertainty about his own career future.

Rodney contemplates his need to grow independently; after introspection and a heartfelt conversation with his father, Corey makes a big decision about his future as a pastor.