EPISODE 0201 | Church Planting Realities with John Blue
THESE NOTES ACCOMPANY EPISODE 0201
In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, former NHL goalie and now pastor John Blue sits down with Pastor Nathan to discuss the deep work of transformation that God does in the lives of men. They explore identity, healing, and the generational impact of fatherhood through the lens of John’s own story—from growing up in a violent home, to discovering Jesus through a friend, to learning how to become the father he never had. The conversation also dives into John’s calling to plant churches and the unique challenges and joys of leading people toward wholeness in Christ. With raw vulnerability and redemptive hope, this episode unpacks the journey from pain to purpose and the kind of personal discipleship that changes families and communities.
Main Topics Covered:
✔️ The deep wounds of fatherlessness and cycles of generational trauma
✔️ Why inner healing and community are essential for spiritual growth
✔️ John’s journey from addiction and anger to peace and identity in Christ
✔️ The impact of a praying wife and the role of spiritual covering
✔️ How the gospel transforms masculinity and restores purpose
✔️ The challenges and calling of church planting
✔️ Practical encouragement for men who want to be better husbands, fathers, and leaders
Key Scriptures:
📖 Luke 15 – The parable of the prodigal son and the Father’s heart
📖 John 14:18 – “I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.”
📖 James 5:16 – “Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed.”
📖 2 Corinthians 5:17 – “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.”
📖 Matthew 28:19 – “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations.”
Key Takeaways:
🔹 You don’t have to repeat the pain you came from. God rewrites family legacies.
🔹 Vulnerability with godly men is the first step to freedom.
🔹 Discipleship is about becoming whole—not just doing more.
🔹 Men who follow Jesus can become the fathers they never had.
🔹 Church planting is about spiritual family, not just services.
🔹 Healing is possible when we bring our pain into the light and trust the process.
🎧 Listen in to hear how one man’s story of brokenness became a testimony of grace—and how God might want to do the same in your life.
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