This episode was recorded on the morning of September 10th. This episode opens with an emotional reflection and 4 things Christian Dads can do right now. And then we get into the show.

When John O'Leary was just 9 years old, he suffered burns over 100% of his body in a house fire. Doctors gave him less than 1% chance to survive. And yet, by God's grace, the love of his parents and the courage of the community, John not only survived - he has gone on to live a life on fire with purpose!

He's a best-selling author, a sought-after speaker, and now the subject of an upcoming major motion picture Soul On Fire, releasing nationwide October 10th.

John's story isn't just about tragedy, it's about faith, family and choosing to live life fully alive.

On this episode, we talk about John's tragedy at 9, self-worth, physical and mental struggle, Jesus examples of how to live and John's memories about his dad Denny O'Leary.

We also share some stories about a few actors in the movie; William H Macy and Joel Courtney.

• What are John's memories of who his dad was and what was it like being selected to give his eulogy?
• When your kids write your eulogy, what will they write?
• Why did John's dad call his Parkinson's disease a gift from God?
• What lessons did John learn while in the hospital for months?
• What's it like when your dad get a life changing medical diagnosis?

This is a movie that the world needs now. It's the story of the greatest human I've met and the stories of all the heros that helped him live and live life on fire!

My immediate thoughts after watching the movie was that I am so grateful I got to see it at the theater with people I love. This is great movie to experience with others.

We are hoping that this movie inspires 1,000,000 people opening weekend.

My ASK is that you bring your family to the movie opening weekend and encourage others to see it as well. It is very important to have a big opening weekend. It helps the movie stay in theaters longer and therefore more people will see it.

Share this episode with others, let people know that you are going to see the movie, use hashtag #soulonfiremovie, and help grow awareness of this movie.

Challenge: Let's fill up theaters and vote for good. Go to a film about family, grace, heros and unconditional love! Talk after the movie about who the heros were and how to live differently. The movie comes out October 10th! Let's do our part to impact the world with this movie.

Please let me know if you are going to the movie. PM me or email me at [email protected] . And if you'd like Ignite Character series that John mentions, I'll send you a free link.

Here is a link to the movie trailer CLICK HERE

Check out the official Soul On Fire movie website and buy tickets HERE

If you liked this episode, listen to John's first appearance on the podcast in 2022 HERE

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