In this episode of 'Small Town, Big God,' host Mikel Collins continues the inspiring story of Hope House Coffee in Rutherford County, North Carolina. The focus of this episode is Carl Schultz, the coffee shop's manager, who shares his remarkable journey from feeling called to ministry while working as a chef to becoming a pivotal figure at Hope House Coffee. Carl discusses the challenges and confirmations he experienced, his approach to discipleship, and the profound impact he has had on the community, including his relationship with a young man named Robert Lee. Carl's story highlights the transformative power of surrendering to God's plan and the importance of having hard spiritual conversations.

00:00 Introduction to Small Town, Big God

01:06 Carl Schultz's Journey to Rutherford County

03:24 A Calling to Ministry

04:40 The Turning Point: Surrendering to God's Plan

07:09 Becoming a Campus Pastor

10:03 The Vision of Hope House Coffee

15:25 Opening Hope House Coffee

18:07 The Ministry of Hope House Coffee

20:25 Discipleship and Fatherhood

21:55 Robert Lee

27:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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