shredding off the long locks in the barber seat, Pedro Netto shares his journey from a troubled youth to a dedicated Christian musician and pastor. He discusses the importance of integrity in the music industry, the power of prayer and community, and the miracles he has witnessed in his life. Pedro emphasizes the need for Christians to engage with the secular world while maintaining their faith and integrity. 

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In the barber seat, Joel shares his transformative journey from a corporate career to a fulfilling life in ministry and entrepreneurship. He discusses a life-changing encounter that led him to deepen his faith, the importance of taking risks, and the impact of his book 'Silent Influencers.' Joel emphasises the need for courage in the Christian faith and the blessings and challenges of ministry, as well as his personal experiences in love and purpose.

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In the hot seat, Jessica Stark and Costa explore the themes of risk-taking, personal transformation, and the complexities of growing up in a ministry family. Jessica shares her journey from a life of various hairstyles to her current role as a multimedia broadcast journalist, discussing the challenges and joys of ministry life, her experiences in university, and her transition to working in Christian broadcasting. The conversation also delves into the healing aspects of barbering, the importance of fashion as a form of self-expression, and Jessica's encounters with God. Ultimately, she emphasises the significance of authenticity and the desire to share her faith with others.

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In this conversation, John Bostock, a professional footballer and founder of Ballers in God, shares his journey of faith and football. He discusses the importance of family, the challenges he faced in his career, and how his faith has shaped his identity. John emphasises the need for boldness in expressing faith within the sports community and reflects on significant moments in his life that have influenced his mission. He also shares insights on the role of evangelism and the impact of Christian athletes in the world of sports.

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In the barber chair, lead singer of rock band Holy Ghost Madness and popular You-tuber, Luca Martini shares his transformative journey from a troubled youth to a passionate evangelist. He discusses the pivotal moments in his life that led him to embrace faith, the miracles he has witnessed, and the importance of taking risks in living out one's beliefs. Luca emphasises the power of God's love and grace, the impact of music in evangelism, and the significance of community in his journey. 

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In this conversation, Too Hot to Handle star and racing driver, Sebastian Melrose shares his journey through personal struggles, the impact of social media, and his evolving faith. He reflects on his experiences with racing, relationships, and the challenges of public scrutiny. In this conversation, Sebastian shares his journey of navigating personal challenges, the importance of forgiveness, and the significance of community support during dark times. Sebastian and Costa discusses the lessons learned from taking risks in life, all while maintaining a strong belief in God's purpose and timing.

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Summary

In this engaging conversation, Costa interviews John Wilds, a worship pastor, about his journey in ministry, the challenges he faced growing up, and the importance of taking risks with God. He emphasises the significance of intimacy with God over performance in worship and discusses the power of spontaneous worship. Throughout the conversation, John highlights the lessons learned in wilderness seasons and the songs that have carried him through difficult times. John also shares his experiences leading worship across different ministries, including Calvary, Bethel, and Jesus Image, highlighting the unique strengths of each. 

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In this conversation, Melvin discuss' his experiences in the entertainment industry, such as appearing on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing. Costa and Melvin both go on to share their love for music, and their pursuit of happiness. They touch on topics such as cancel culture, Melvin's career journey in radio and TV, His favorite artists and genres of music, and the importance of family and personal achievements. They both also talk about taking risks and dealing with failures, as well as what is next in line for Melvin at BBC Radio 1.

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In this conversation, Costa and Will Webster discuss various topics including Will's experience on the TV show The Traitors, his career journey, mental health, and personal tragedies. Will shares how he applied for The Traitors after being approached by the production company and talks about his strategy as a traitor on the show. He also opens up about his career as a teacher, his passion for dance, and the risks he took to pursue his dreams. Will discusses his experiences with mental health, including the loss of his brother, and his involvement in mental health charities. He also mentions his upcoming charity walk from London to Liverpool. He also shares his thoughts on religion and faith, highlighting the impact it has had on his life. 

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Summary
 
In this conversation, Costa and Steve Tebb, discuss the importance of taking risks in life and in faith. They share personal stories of stepping out in faith and trusting God's timing. They also talk about the refining process and the role of worship in the church. The conversation explores the importance of worship and the dangers of performance in the church. 
Steve emphasizes the need for worshipers to be vulnerable and worship God with all their hearts. He discusses the role of a worship leader in facilitating a space for people to focus on Jesus and put Him at the center of worship. 
Steve also shares his experiences of leading worship and the importance of grounding one's identity in Christ to avoid seeking affirmation from others. He highlights the need for both skill and heart in worship, and the danger of placing too much emphasis on skill. T
 
 Takeaways
 
 > Taking risks in life and in faith is important for personal growth and spiritual development.
 > Trusting God's timing and being obedient to His leading is crucial in the journey of faith.
 > The refining process is necessary for growth and transformation.
 > Worship is a way to proclaim the praises of God and make Him known in the earth. Worship is about being vulnerable and worshiping God with all your heart.
 > A worship leader's role is to facilitate a space for people to focus on Jesus and put Him at the center of worship.
 > Distractions and the desire for affirmation can hinder worship, so it's important to ground one's identity in Christ.
 > Both skill and heart are important in worship, but placing too much emphasis on skill can lead to performance.
 > Worship has the power to bring healing, deliverance, and encounters with God.
 > Expanding our capacity for worship and seeking fresh revelations of Jesus can prevent boredom and deepen our worship.
 
 Titles
 
 > Taking Risks and Stepping Out in Faith
 > Trusting God's Timing and Being Obedient The Power of Worship
 > The Role of a Worship Leader
 
 Sound Bites
 
 > "Something that I very strongly love is just taking risks in life."
 > "The Christian walk in and of itself has a nature of mystery that's attached to it."
 > "I want to walk through these doors with you. I want to learn what it means to really trust you and put my faith in you and depend upon you."
 > "God is looking for worshipers that will worship Him, undignified, abandoned, in love, but desperate for Him as well."
 > "We're building a throne for Him, not for us."
 > "Performance really comes out of a place of broken identity."

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