Blake and Sam’s story is one of calling, partnership, and a shared passion for seeing people transformed by the gospel. In this episode of Tennessee Golden Hour, we sit down with this husband-and-wife church planting team to talk about ministry, marriage, discipleship, and the journey that led them to plant Christ Fellowship.

From meeting as small group leaders in their college BCM to serving together in ministry for more than a decade, Blake and Sam share how God shaped their hearts for teaching His Word and helping others live in light of the gospel in every area of life. They also open up about balancing ministry and family life while raising four children and stepping into the challenges and joys of church planting.

Blake, who holds a Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, will serve as Lead Planter and Pastor for Christ Fellowship. Together, Blake and Sam offer an encouraging and thoughtful conversation about faithfulness, calling, and building a gospel-centered community from the ground up.

Whether you are serving in ministry, supporting church planting, or simply longing to follow Christ more faithfully in your everyday life, this conversation will encourage your heart and challenge your perspective.

In this episode:

• How Blake and Sam met through BCM ministry
• Lessons learned serving together in ministry
• The realities of church planting as a family
• Discipleship and living out the gospel daily
• Encouragement for pastors, leaders, and young families
• Why gospel-centered community matters now more than ever

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