What do you do when God keeps stirring something in your heart—but none of it makes logical sense?

In this episode of The Walk: Faith in the Real World, rising Christian pop artist Meeks Carter shares the incredible story behind his journey from pest control and finance… to signing with Red Street Records and stepping into a calling he couldn’t ignore.

But this conversation isn’t really about a record deal.

It’s about obedience.

It’s about trusting God before you have guarantees.
Following Him before you see the outcome.
And learning how to steward the gifts He’s placed inside you—even when no one else sees them yet.

From building a makeshift studio in his garage after long workdays to moving his family to Nashville with no promises on the table, Meeks opens up about faith, purpose, comparison, creativity, and what it means to simply keep saying “yes” to God.

If you’ve ever felt stuck between responsibility and calling, this episode will remind you that God often reveals the next step before He reveals the whole plan.

Guest Bio

Meeks Carter is a Christian pop artist signed to Red Street Records. Originally from Yakima, Washington, Meeks grew up as a pastor’s kid before attending Highlands College in Birmingham, Alabama. After years working outside of ministry in pest control and finance, Meeks and his family followed God’s leading to Nashville, Tennessee—where he signed with Red Street Records exactly 90 days after relocating. His debut single, “Wonder,” introduces listeners to his fresh pop sound and heart for helping people encounter Jesus through honest, hope-filled music.

Episode Highlights
What happens when God calls you before the plan makes sense
Meeks shares the faith journey that led his family to Nashville with no guarantees
Why your calling isn’t your job title
Understanding purpose beyond platforms, careers, or recognition
Stewarding the gift before the opportunity comes
Building songs in a garage studio while working long days in pest control
How comparison kills calling
Why your assignment from God doesn’t need to look like anyone else’s
Why Meeks writes music for the spiritually curious
Reaching people who are asking questions about God but don’t know where to start

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What do you do when God keeps stirring something in your heart&mdash;but none of it makes logical sense?
In this episode of The Walk: Faith in the Real World, rising Christian pop artist Meeks Carter shares the incredible story behind his journey from pest control and finance&hellip; to signing with Red Street Records and stepping into a calling he couldn&rsquo;t ignore.
But this conversation isn&rsquo;t really about a record deal.
It&rsquo;s about obedience.
It&rsquo;s about trusting God before you have guarantees. Following Him before you see the outcome. And learning how to steward the gifts He&rsquo;s placed inside you&mdash;even when no one else sees them yet.
From building a makeshift studio in his garage after long workdays to moving his family to Nashville with no promises on the table, Meeks opens up about faith, purpose, comparison, creativity, and what it means to simply keep saying &ldquo;yes&rdquo; to God.
If you&rsquo;ve ever felt stuck between responsibility and calling, this episode will remind you that God often reveals the next step before He reveals the whole plan.
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Guest Bio
Meeks Carter is a Christian pop artist signed to Red Street Records. Originally from Yakima, Washington, Meeks grew up as a pastor&rsquo;s kid before attending Highlands College in Birmingham, Alabama. After years working outside of ministry in pest control and finance, Meeks and his family followed God&rsquo;s leading to Nashville, Tennessee&mdash;where he signed with Red Street Records exactly 90 days after relocating. His debut single, &ldquo;Wonder,&rdquo; introduces listeners to his fresh pop sound and heart for helping people encounter Jesus through honest, hope-filled music.
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Episode Highlights
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<li data-section-id="1cr1zc2" data-start="2577" data-end="2684">How comparison kills calling Why your assignment from God doesn&rsquo;t need to look like anyone else&rsquo;s</li>
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Sponsor
This episode is brought to you by Planning Center: the all-in-one software to help your church schedule volunteers, plan services, and stay organized. Try it today at&nbsp;<a data-start="3310" data-end="3396">https://www.planningcenter.com/?utm_source=wlm&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=thewalk</a>

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Each episode features a first-person devotional from a worship leader, pastor, artist, or creative—believers who don’t just lead worship, but live it. These aren’t interviews; they’re heartfelt testimonies about walking with God in the highs and lows, the mundane and miraculous.

Produced by Worship Leader Magazine, a trusted resource in worship ministry for over 30 years, The Walk equips and encourages worshipers to cultivate a lifestyle of Spirit-led worship beyond the platform.

Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just beginning your journey, these stories will help you walk closer with Jesus.

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Part of the Worship Leader Magazine Podcast Network, The Walk is a weekly devotional podcast where faith meets story in powerful, personal ways.
Each episode features a first-person devotional from a worship leader, pastor, artist, or creative&mdash;believers who don&rsquo;t just lead worship, but live it. These aren&rsquo;t interviews; they&rsquo;re heartfelt testimonies about walking with God in the highs and lows, the mundane and miraculous.
Produced by Worship Leader Magazine, a trusted resource in worship ministry for over 30 years, The Walk equips and encourages worshipers to cultivate a lifestyle of Spirit-led worship beyond the platform.
Whether you&rsquo;re a seasoned leader or just beginning your journey, these stories will help you walk closer with Jesus.
Explore every episode: <a href="https://worshipleader.com/podcasts/" data-start="1072" data-end="1137">worshipleader.com/podcasts</a>

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Because faith isn’t just a moment—it’s a walk. And you don’t have to walk it alone.

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The Walk Podcast shares real conversations with worshippers&mdash;moments when faith was tested, obedience cost something, and God showed up.
You&rsquo;ll hear the struggle. You&rsquo;ll hear the choice. You&rsquo;ll hear what God did.
Because faith isn&rsquo;t just a moment&mdash;it&rsquo;s a walk. And you don&rsquo;t have to walk it alone.
Hosted by <a href="https://www.bayturner.com/">Bay Turner</a> Part of the <a href="https://worshipleader.com/podcasts/">Worship Leader Magazine Podcast Network</a>
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The Walk Podcast: Faith in the Real World

Meeks Carter: What If God Is Calling You to More?

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