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Joe Musten is currently a youth pastor to middle-schoolers at Winston-Salem First in Winston-Salem, NC. Joe is also the drummer and supporting vocalist of Beloved and the lead vocalist for Advent. He is a veteran of the hardcore/post-hardcore/metal core music scene, having played in multiple bands and collaborations for more than 2 decades. Joe's other bands include Torn, Your Son Is Dead, and the Almost. He has a huge heart for the Lord, love for people, and unique perspective on unashamedly shining the light of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Lester Bell Jr. is the lead pastor at New Beginning Christian Center in Creola, Alabama. He is also an international speaker and author of several books, including "Command Your Destiny" and "Nice Guys Never Finish Last." These books and more are available for purchase at amazon.com.

Brandon Sanders is the executive pastor at Powerhouse Church in Houston, Texas as well as the founder and CEO of iLife, a humanitarian organization advocating for and mentoring at risk youth and families. He is a passionate lover of God and servant of humanity.

Shawn White has been serving in ministry for more than 20 years. He is currently a pastor at Gateway Church, a church with two campuses in Central NJ. He is a businessman and contractor as well as a talented musician and worship leader with a passion for leading people into the presence of God. He is a family man with a wife and four children.

One of the reasons I love talking with Shawn so much is his relentless passion for Jesus and unapologetic pursuit of His presence. Pursuing God above all else with compel you to push beyond the confines of comfort, walk by faith, and seek first God's Kingdom. That's what this conversation is about, and I hope you enjoy it!

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Aaron Hall, originally from Bath, NY, studied International Community Health at Elim Bible Institute and spent time as a health worker and musician in the Philippines and Mexico. Back in the states he spent years leading worship, accompanying different artists on violin, and playing for various recording projects. Currently, Aaron lives in Kansas City, where he sings, full time, in the Global Prayer Room at the 24/7 International House of Prayer during the third shift "nightwatch".

For more information on Aaron's collaboration project in Uganda, visit www.paradiseuganda.org

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Pastor James Williams is the lead pastor at Silver Spring Assembly in Silver Spring, MD. He has been a minister in different pastoral roles for more than 30 years. I have had the privilege of knowing Pastor James for a very long time because when I was a kid he was my children's pastor. He is an amazing man of God and gift to the body of Christ. In this conversation I wanted to get his perspective on what it takes to make it in ministry long-term and remain faithful to God's assignment.

Josh Hogancamp is a former missionary to Asia with Campus Target and currently serves on the Global Missions Committee for Elim Fellowship. He is passionate about raising up and equipping leaders to fulfill their God-ordained assignment. He is also currently the Director of Marketing for College Assistance Plus, which is an organization dedicated to helping families save money on college. Josh is also my former roommate!

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Round 2 with Pastor Josh Wypij. Josh is an associate pastor at Pioneer Christian Fellowship, worship leader, youth leader, musician, and more. This conversation centered around maintaining our focus and always keeping Christ at the center of our lives, churches, ministries, etc. We talked about faithfulness to God and His assignment on our lives... as opposed to trying to measure up to someone else's standard for ministry. Thanks for listening!

Marcus Anderson is a worship leader, singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur. This conversation centered around creativity, resting in the Lord, and health... I know that's a wide range of topics, but it will make sense when you listen!

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James Dodzweit is a former pastor and church planter. He is currently the Regional Director of Central Africa for Operation Christmas Child. OCC is bringing the gospel and discipleship to literally millions of children around the world each and every year. The work they're doing is nothing short of phenomenal. James has a huge heart for people, for revival, and for the Church to come into the fullness of her identity in Christ.

For more info on Samaritan's Purse or Operation Christmas Child visit www.samaritan.org