BYU Speeches
Five Loaves and Two Fishes | Dallas Jenkins | October 2024
Oct 30, 2024
Dallas Jenkins, creator of the hit series 'The Chosen,' shares his journey through the highs and lows of the film industry. He humorously recounts his failures, reflecting on how they shaped his view of success. Jenkins discusses the unpredictability of Hollywood and a personal crisis of faith triggered by a disappointing project. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity and surrendering to a higher purpose, urging listeners to offer their 'loaves and fishes' to witness divine miracles in their own lives.
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Quick takeaways
- Dallas Jenkins illustrates that true fulfillment arises from surrendering control and focusing on participation in God's plan rather than seeking validation.
- The biblical story of feeding the 5,000 serves as a reminder that our small contributions can lead to miraculous outcomes when placed in God's hands.
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The Burden of Success and Failure
Striving for success can often become a weighty burden, as highlighted by the speaker's personal journey in the film industry. Initially, the desire for legitimacy and validation from Hollywood defined his career goals and aspirations. However, the speaker transitioned to realize that this relentless pursuit of success led to a crisis when his film failed to perform as expected at the box office. This experience forced him to confront the misunderstanding that failure was an indicator of not hearing God's voice, prompting a deeper exploration of the meaning of success and fulfillment.
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