In this powerful episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick Sash sits down with viral worship leader Joel Jackson to unpack a story of redemption, transformation, and purpose. From battling unbelief and brokenness to leading millions in worship, Joel shares how God’s grace rewrote his story.

This conversation dives deep into identity, mental health, and what it truly means to live intentionally for Jesus. If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or unsure of your purpose—this episode is a reminder that God still restores, redeems, and calls you forward.

💡 Takeaways

God can transform your deepest brokenness into purpose

Worship is more than music—it’s a lifestyle of surrender

Your identity is not who you were—it’s who Christ says you are

Growth happens even in seasons of silence

Living intentionally for Jesus changes everything

🎯 Sound Bites

“Living with truth and conviction.”

“The old Joel vs. the new Joel.”

“Let Him define your path.”

Season 4 Episode 16

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Foundational Fathers Podcast

03:00 Guest Roast

05:47 Dad Jokes With Nick

08:53 The Importance of Humor in Worship

10:22 Sponsor Segment

17:08 Joel's Journey: From Pain to Purpose

21:26 The Impact of Family Dynamics on Faith

27:22 Finding Identity in Worship

35:50 Grounded in Community: The Importance of Relationships

42:46 Navigating Silence: Finding God in Waiting

47:08 Gratitude in Adversity: Embracing Life's Challenges

52:42 Defining Our Path: Letting God Lead Us

63:55 Call to Surrender

65:45 Get Connected

68:00 Outro

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In this powerful episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, Nick “The Mute Bass Player” Sash and Marcus “The Philippian” sit down with legendary Christian music pioneer Scott Wesley Brown to unpack what it truly means to choose calling over career.

Scott shares decades of wisdom from a life marked by obedience, sacrifice, and unwavering trust in God’s voice. This conversation challenges the cultural obsession with success and invites men to pursue something greater—a life surrendered to God’s purpose.

If you’ve ever wrestled with choosing between opportunity and obedience… this episode will hit deep.

💡 Takeaways

God’s calling will often require sacrifice before it produces fruit

Obedience matters more than visibility or success

Your gifts are given by God—but your calling is defined by Him

Trusting God’s providence means letting go of control

True success is measured by faithfulness, not titles

🎯 Sound Bites

“God obviously gives each one of us gifts.”

“God’s call is more important than a career.”

“He knew all of his songs before yesterday.”

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:22 Guest Roast

06:40 Dad Jokes

12:23 Sponsor Segment

17:54 Main Conversation – Calling Over Career

27:07 Obedience Over Opportunity

34:08 Obedience, At What Cost?

36:20 Creating Balance Between Family and Calling

39:36 Discerning The Call Beyond Comfort

47:00 The Providence Of God

54:34 Defining Your View of Success

59:22 Scott’s Final Word

60:13 The Call To Surrender

61:06 Get Connected

62:37 Outro

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In this powerful episode of the Foundational Fathers Podcast, hosts Nick Sash and Marcus Phillips sit down with Nathan Graybill, Founder and National Director of Re:generation, to unpack the true meaning of resurrection — not just as a historical event, but as a daily invitation to live transformed.

Together, they explore how recovery is more than breaking bad habits — it’s stepping into new life in Christ. Nathan shares from years of experience in recovery ministry, emphasizing surrender, firm foundations, and the life-changing power of authentic community. If you’ve ever wrestled with guilt, shame, isolation, or hidden struggles, this conversation will remind you:

You have a new life in Christ.

You can live in the light.

And we were never meant to do it alone.

🔥 Takeaways

• Resurrection is a daily invitation to transformation.

• Recovery is about starting new life in Christ — not just stopping behavior.

• A firm foundation is essential for lasting change.

• Surrender happens in stages and looks different for everyone.

• Community fuels healing and accountability.

• Being fully known and fully loved unlocks true freedom.

• Naming specific sins leads to reconciliation and restoration.

• Joy is found in doing life together.

• God’s grace moves us beyond our past.

• Every believer has room to grow.

🎙️ Sound Bites

“You have a new life in Christ.”

“You can live in the light.”

“We are meant to do it together.”

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Foundational Fathers Podcast

01:54 Guest Roast

05:45 Dad Jokes

11:16 Sponsor Segment

13:18 The Power of Resurrection in Recovery

16:10 The Importance of Groundwork in Regeneration

18:07 Personal Stories and the Birth of Regeneration

25:35 The Journey of Surrender and Transformation

30:35 The Dead Places We Hide In

35:47 Being Fully Known and Fully Loved

40:32 Healing Through Community and Authenticity

46:23 Final Word

51:05 Embracing Freedom from Guilt and Shame

53:00 Call To Follow

62:37 Outro

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