Today I sit down with my Pastor, Pastor Justin Graham, lead pastor of The Avenue Church, for a raw and authentic conversation about purpose, leadership, and trust. Pastor Justin shares his incredible journey of stepping away from comfort and security to follow God's calling - leaving a secure position in Cincinnati to plant a church with just 9 people that has now seen nearly 10,000 lives transformed.

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theavenuemorristown9536

Mens Ascend Conference: https://www.theavenuemorristown.com/ascend-men-conference

With vulnerability and wisdom, Pastor Justin discusses how true leadership means "bleeding the vision" so others will "sweat it," the importance of being fully present with people, and why our world's current trust crisis can only be solved one person at a time. Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or someone seeking deeper purpose, this episode delivers profound insights on:

- Why closed doors sometimes lead to the right open ones

- How to lead from the front with authenticity

- What it means to truly embrace your God-given purpose

- Building trust in a world full of skepticism

00:00 "Opening"

04:31 "Faith-Fueled Move to Tennessee"

09:01 "Trusting God in Life's Journey"

10:16 "Pastor Justin: Masterful Communicator"

15:05 Guidance Through Closed Doors

16:05 Snow Rumor Cancels Church Service

22:03 David's Leadership and Moral Failure

22:40 Four-Hour Worship Service Reflections

25:50 Chick-fil-A Leadership Consistency

31:25 "Ascend Podcast and Conference Launch"

32:41 Trust Issues and Personal Growth

38:02 "Purpose Through Connection with God"

39:57 "Embrace Challenges, Aim Higher"

43:01 "Check Out Pastor Justin's Work"