Jerrad Lopes interviews Stephen McWhirter, a worship leader and songwriter, about his journey of faith and fatherhood. Stephen shares his testimony of growing up with a father who was a traveling evangelist but also physically abused his mother. This traumatic experience led Stephen to reject Christianity and engage in a life of addiction and crime. However, through a supernatural encounter with God while reading a book, Stephen found redemption and forgiveness. He shares the importance of repentance and the power of God's grace in transforming lives. Stephen also discusses the challenges and joys of being a father and the importance of authenticity in parenting. In this conversation, Jerrad Lopes and Stephen McWhirter discuss the challenges of church leadership and the importance of humility. They also explore the concept of longing for Jesus' return and how it can impact our lives and relationships. They touch on the theological question of whether we choose God or God chooses us, and the role of free will in our faith. They also discuss the dangers of pornography and the importance of open communication with our children. Stephen shares his journey from addiction to faith and the impact of his song 'Come Jesus Come' on people's lives.
