In this powerful conversation with Pastor Jonathan Falwell, we unpacked what it means to lead with integrity, stay grounded in faith, and navigate the pressures of ministry in a world filled with uncertainty. From cultural challenges like rising fear, tragedy, and moral compromise to the immense personal weight pastors carry, Pastor Jonathan reminded us that these days call for courageous, Spirit-filled leadership. He shared how Scripture, prayer, and community keep us rooted when criticism, burnout, or even spiritual attack threaten to derail our calling. Together, we explored how to finish well, not chasing applause or platform but living faithfully and leaving a legacy that truly matters. Pastor Jonathan also addressed the reality of spiritual warfare, the temptation of compromise, and the importance of daily renewal in Christ to stand firm amid cultural chaos. His words were both a sobering reminder of the times we live in and an encouraging call to lead with courage, conviction, and compassion.

If you’re in need of some encouragement and a filled cup with some fresh wind in your sails, don’t miss the Refuel Conference at Thomas Road Baptist Church on October 6–7. It’s completely FREE and designed to refresh, equip, and encourage you for the road ahead. Register today at Refuel.org (https://refuel.org/) and come ready to be renewed, inspired, and reminded why your “yes” to ministry matters.

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In this powerful conversation with Pastor Jonathan Falwell, we unpacked what it means to lead with integrity, stay grounded in faith, and navigate the pressures of ministry in a world filled with uncertainty. From cultural challenges like rising fear, tragedy, and moral compromise to the immense personal weight pastors carry, Pastor Jonathan reminded us that these days call for courageous, Spirit-filled leadership. He shared how Scripture, prayer, and community keep us rooted when criticism, burnout, or even spiritual attack threaten to derail our calling. Together, we explored how to finish well, not chasing applause or platform but living faithfully and leaving a legacy that truly matters. Pastor Jonathan also addressed the reality of spiritual warfare, the temptation of compromise, and the importance of daily renewal in Christ to stand firm amid cultural chaos. His words were both a sobering reminder of the times we live in and an encouraging call to lead with courage, conviction, and compassion. If you&rsquo;re in need of some encouragement and a filled cup with some fresh wind in your sails, don&rsquo;t miss the Refuel Conference at Thomas Road Baptist Church on October 6&ndash;7. It&rsquo;s completely FREE and designed to refresh, equip, and encourage you for the road ahead. Register today at Refuel.org (<a href="https://refuel.org/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://refuel.org/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1758718599738000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0EtKm8RtcmiVxiIvR7FThA">https://refuel.org/</a>) and come ready to be renewed, inspired, and reminded why your &ldquo;yes&rdquo; to ministry matters. Register for Refuel:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.refuel.org/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.refuel.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1758718599738000&amp;usg=AOvVaw17bPUyXyCEVQlz4uasBexN">www.refuel.org</a> Find out more about Thomas Road Baptist Church:&nbsp;<a href="https://trbc.org/Follow" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://trbc.org/Follow&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1758718599738000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1hK3mpy2lc5Nr-p3-CLmMY">https://trbc.org/Follow</a>&nbsp;Thomas Road on Social Media:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomasroad?igsh=N2wzc2JxNnAweXB6" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/thomasroad?igsh%3DN2wzc2JxNnAweXB6&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1758718599738000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3umj64wcabHRh_phvZYmhX">https://www.instagram.com/thomasroad?igsh=N2wzc2JxNnAweXB6</a>

The Built Different Podcast with Dr. Zach Clinton will air every Tuesday morning from here on out covering topics such as Leadership, Grit, Work Ethic, Relationships, Managing Anxiety and Depression, Isolation/Loneliness, Grief/Loss, Strengthening your Marriage & Family, Championship Mindset, Creating a Winning Culture, and so much more... Through meaningful interviews with some of America’s leading motivational speakers, athletes, counselors/psychologists, pastors, and more... Our heart and mission is to provide ENCOURAGEMENT, HOPE, and CHALLENGE to help push you past your limits and reach goals you never thought possible! Colossians 2:6-7 says, “So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.”No matter what life throws our way, we must remember WHO WE ARE, by first remembering WHOSE WE ARE!

The Built Different Podcast with Dr. Zach Clinton will air every Tuesday morning from here on out covering topics such as Leadership, Grit, Work Ethic, Relationships, Managing Anxiety and Depression, Isolation/Loneliness, Grief/Loss, Strengthening your Marriage &amp; Family, Championship Mindset, Creating a Winning Culture, and so much more... Through meaningful interviews with some of America&rsquo;s leading motivational speakers, athletes, counselors/psychologists, pastors, and more... Our heart and mission is to provide ENCOURAGEMENT, HOPE, and CHALLENGE to help push you past your limits and reach goals you never thought possible! Colossians 2:6-7 says, &ldquo;So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.&rdquo;No matter what life throws our way, we must remember WHO WE ARE, by first remembering WHOSE WE ARE!

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