"The Magic of Curiosity: An Honest Conversation with Drew Worsham”

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Drew Worsham—a pastor, church planter, life coach, and illusionist. We discuss his new book "The Magic Of Curiosity" and explore how curiosity shapes faith, how fear and growth can exist side-by-side, and how raw honesty with God can lead to profound intimacy.

Drew opens up about a deeply personal journey involving his son’s health that shook his faith—and ultimately drew him closer to Jesus. We also talk about the role of curiosity in parenting, marriage, mental health, and even how it intersects with technology.

This episode is an invitation to step into an honest, curious, and awe-filled walk with God—not one of perfection, but transformation.

Topics Covered:

• Drew’s journey through pastoring, coaching, and illusion

• Why curiosity is key to faith and personal growth

• Navigating doubt, fear, and the invitation to be honest with God

• The dangers of distraction and tech’s impact on curiosity

• Parenting and marriage through the lens of curiosity

• Health, failure, and the perseverance that brings growth

• A powerful story of faith tested through Drew’s son’s heart condition

  
  

  Key Quote from Drew's book:

“Here’s the thing about curiosity and faith; It’s not about having all the answers, it’s about stepping into an endless adventure of discovering who God is and who you’re becoming in Him. It’s less like completing a puzzle and more like exploring an ocean. No matter how far you sail, there’s always more to discover and new depths of His love, wisdom, and truth that leave you in awe.”

• Instagram: @drew.worsham

• Website: drewworsham.com

• Book: The Magic of Curiosity (Amazon.com: The Magic of Curiosity: Unlocking Personal Growth, Deeper Connections and Creativity in Every Area of Life eBook : Worsham, Drew: Kindle Store)

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

Host Instagram: @daleabettencourt

🎙️ You weren’t made to be average: A conversation with entrepreneur Eric Knopf

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🔥 Episode Summary:

In this powerful episode of Powerful, Not Perfect, we sit down with Eric Knopf—entrepreneur, speaker, and co-founder of Webconnex and Epic Life Ministry—to explore what it truly means to live boldly for God in every area of life.

Eric shares the backstory of launching a weekly ministry while leading a fast-paced tech company, raising a family, and writing transformative books like The Will of God. From redefining calling and purpose to the critical difference between energy and time management, Eric offers practical and spiritual wisdom for anyone wanting to make an eternal impact without burning out.

Whether you’re navigating a major life decision or battling doubt in your mind, this conversation will equip you to live more intentionally, courageously, and powerfully—just as Romans 12:2 calls us to.

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💡 What We Talk About in This Episode:

• ​ How Epic Life Ministry started and what it taught Eric about leadership
• ​ Fears, failures, and unexpected lessons from stepping into ministry
• ​ Why managing your energy matters more than managing your time
• ​ The biggest misconceptions about God’s will—and how to find peace in it
• ​ Daily disciplines to win the battle in your mind
• ​ How to armor yourself with scripture memorization.

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📖 Featured Quote:

“The will of God doesn’t answer all our what questions like we want it to because the answer is always the same: Do everything unto the Lord and glorify Him in all you do.” — Eric Knopf

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🙌 Connect with Eric Knopf:

• ​ Website: https://www.ericknopf.com
• ​ Epic Life Ministry: https://www.epiclife.org
• ​ Instagram: @ericknopf
• ​ Book: The Will of God (available on Amazon)

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In this episode of Powerful, Not Perfect, I sit down with Aaron Dolce from Rock of Roseville for a deep, practical, and Spirit-filled conversation on the gift of prophecy. Together, we explore what it means to hear God’s voice, how to grow in discernment, and how to walk humbly and courageously in the prophetic. Whether you’re curious about how the prophetic works or looking to grow in it yourself, this episode will inspire you to lean in, listen, and step out.

Topics Covered

• What the prophetic is—and who it’s for
• Aaron’s first encounter with the prophetic and what it revealed about God
• How to distinguish between your own thoughts and God’s voice
• The role of humility and recovering from getting it wrong
• Misconceptions about prophecy and how to approach it biblically

• Teaching children to hear God’s voice and steward the prophetic
• How the prophetic shapes how we see others, the Church, and ourselves
• Practical steps for receiving and releasing prophetic words
• What to do when your afraid of getting it wrong

• A personal prophetic moment that left Aaron in awe

Key Scripture Highlighted

“The one who prophesies speaks to people for their strengthening, encouragement, and comfort.”

— 1 Corinthians 14:3

Guest

Aaron Dolce

Pastor at Rock of Roseville

Instagram: @aarondolce

Connect With Us

Host Instagram: @daleabettencourt

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🎙️ Spiritual Fathering: Identity, Growth, Legacy

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📄 Show Notes:

In this powerful episode of Powerful, Not Perfect, we sit down with Eric Waterbury—faith leader, life coach, and spiritual father to many—for a heartfelt conversation on what it truly means to father others spiritually in today’s world.

Eric unpacks the often-overlooked role of spiritual fathering and why it’s essential for unlocking identity, cultivating spiritual maturity, and establishing legacy. Together, we explore how spiritual fathers don’t just teach—they call out destiny, walk through wounds, and guide others into wholeness.

If you’ve ever longed for a mentor who speaks to your soul—or felt a quiet nudge to be that person for someone else—this episode is for you.

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🔑 In This Episode, We Cover:

• What spiritual fathering really is—and what it’s not

• How it shapes identity, character, and confidence in Christ

• The difference between mentoring, coaching, and spiritual fathering

• Why today’s culture is desperate for spiritual fathers

• How to begin walking as a spiritual father or finding one

• The legacy of fathering: what lasts when performance fades

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📣 Connect with Eric Waterbury:

• [Instagram - @ewaterbury

• [Epic Life Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/epic-life-podcast/id476981634?i=1000421975826

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Welcome to Powerful, Not Perfect. I pray that the stories shared in this podcast encourage and inspire you to live a bolder life. Listen to insightful conversations I have with leaders in their communities, work places and families. We can all learn from mentors, coaches, friends, and fathers who are pursuing and living out their God given purpose. Life ain’t easy, so let’s do it together, iron sharpens iron. Reject perfection. Be Powerful. Be transformed.