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Men After God - Evangelist to the Stars

Evangelist to the Stars

07/08/24 • 41 min

Men After God

Summary

Dylan Novak, a celebrity evangelist, shares his journey of following God's call to reach people in the celebrity realm with the gospel of Jesus Christ. He talks about his family, how he met his wife, and the challenges of being in ministry. Dylan shares how his passion for superheroes and celebrities led him to start a ministry of reaching out to celebrities and sharing the gospel with them. He also discusses the importance of surrendering our lives to God and the impact he has had in the celebrity realm. In this conversation, Dylan Novak shares his experiences as a celebrity evangelist and the importance of reaching out to celebrities with the gospel. He discusses encounters with celebrities like Doug Bradley and Russell Brand, highlighting the need for proper discipleship and support for new believers. Dylan emphasizes the negative perception of Christianity in Hollywood and the importance of showing love and respect to celebrities. He also introduces the Join the Mission program, which allows people to support his ministry and reach celebrities with the gospel.

Takeaways

Following God's call may lead us to unexpected places and allow us to reach people we never thought possible.

Surrendering our lives to God and allowing Him to be in control opens doors for us to impact others with the gospel.

Not every interaction or opportunity will result in immediate success, but that doesn't mean we should give up.

God has a plan and purpose for each of us, and when we fully surrender to Him, we can experience the joy of fulfilling that purpose.

Sharing the gospel with celebrities and other influential individuals requires sensitivity, prayer, and a genuine desire to see them come to know Jesus. Reaching out to celebrities with the gospel is important, as they have a significant influence on society.

Proper discipleship and support are crucial for new believers, including celebrities, to grow in their faith.

The negative perception of Christianity in Hollywood can be countered by showing love and respect to celebrities.

The Join the Mission program allows people to support Dylan's ministry and reach celebrities with the gospel.

Chapters

:30 Introduction: Dylan Novak's Unique Ministry

1:25 Family and Personal Journey

13:59 Impactful Interactions with Celebrities

19:37 Challenges and Lessons Learned

20:44 Introduction and the Importance of Reaching Celebrities

22:01 Encounter with Doug Bradley and the Power of God's Plan

23:25 The Importance of Discipleship and Support for New Believers

24:50 Countering the Negative Perception of Christianity in Hollywood

29:53 The Need for Proper Discipleship and Facts

33:26 The Real Evil in Hollywood and the Response of Christians

37:19 Join the Mission: Supporting Dylan Novak's Ministry

Support the show

📌 Connect with Men After God:
🌍 Website: www.menaftergod.net
📺 YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menaftergod316
📷 Instagram: www.instagram.com/menaftergodpod
👥 Join Our Community: facebook.com/groups/menaftergod
🛒 Get MAG Merch: www.faithfulshirtscustom.com/menaftergod
💙 Support Us: www.patreon.com/MenAfterGod
🎙️ Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts

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Summary

Dylan Novak, a celebrity evangelist, shares his journey of following God's call to reach people in the celebrity realm with the gospel of Jesus Christ. He talks about his family, how he met his wife, and the challenges of being in ministry. Dylan shares how his passion for superheroes and celebrities led him to start a ministry of reaching out to celebrities and sharing the gospel with them. He also discusses the importance of surrendering our lives to God and the impact he has had in the celebrity realm. In this conversation, Dylan Novak shares his experiences as a celebrity evangelist and the importance of reaching out to celebrities with the gospel. He discusses encounters with celebrities like Doug Bradley and Russell Brand, highlighting the need for proper discipleship and support for new believers. Dylan emphasizes the negative perception of Christianity in Hollywood and the importance of showing love and respect to celebrities. He also introduces the Join the Mission program, which allows people to support his ministry and reach celebrities with the gospel.

Takeaways

Following God's call may lead us to unexpected places and allow us to reach people we never thought possible.

Surrendering our lives to God and allowing Him to be in control opens doors for us to impact others with the gospel.

Not every interaction or opportunity will result in immediate success, but that doesn't mean we should give up.

God has a plan and purpose for each of us, and when we fully surrender to Him, we can experience the joy of fulfilling that purpose.

Sharing the gospel with celebrities and other influential individuals requires sensitivity, prayer, and a genuine desire to see them come to know Jesus. Reaching out to celebrities with the gospel is important, as they have a significant influence on society.

Proper discipleship and support are crucial for new believers, including celebrities, to grow in their faith.

The negative perception of Christianity in Hollywood can be countered by showing love and respect to celebrities.

The Join the Mission program allows people to support Dylan's ministry and reach celebrities with the gospel.

Chapters

:30 Introduction: Dylan Novak's Unique Ministry

1:25 Family and Personal Journey

13:59 Impactful Interactions with Celebrities

19:37 Challenges and Lessons Learned

20:44 Introduction and the Importance of Reaching Celebrities

22:01 Encounter with Doug Bradley and the Power of God's Plan

23:25 The Importance of Discipleship and Support for New Believers

24:50 Countering the Negative Perception of Christianity in Hollywood

29:53 The Need for Proper Discipleship and Facts

33:26 The Real Evil in Hollywood and the Response of Christians

37:19 Join the Mission: Supporting Dylan Novak's Ministry

Support the show

📌 Connect with Men After God:
🌍 Website: www.menaftergod.net
📺 YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menaftergod316
📷 Instagram: www.instagram.com/menaftergodpod
👥 Join Our Community: facebook.com/groups/menaftergod
🛒 Get MAG Merch: www.faithfulshirtscustom.com/menaftergod
💙 Support Us: www.patreon.com/MenAfterGod
🎙️ Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts

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Neighbor, love yourself

Episode 57 – Neighbor, love yourself

Summary

In this episode of the Men After God podcast, host Dustin interviews author Brian Crum. They discuss Brian's life, his journey of following Jesus, and the stories he has encountered over the years. Brian also talks about his recently published book, Neighbor, Love Yourself, which aims to help people discover their worth and purpose. The book is filled with funny and inspiring stories, as well as advice from individuals Brian has met. The main takeaway is the importance of investing time and speaking positive words into the lives of our loved ones. Brian encourages readers to pursue their dreams and find their purpose, while also giving back to others.

Time Stamps

4:00 Being a Better Dad and Husband

9:55 Powerful Stories from Hospice Care

14:43 Transition to Healthcare Management

22:40 Neighbor, Love Yourself Book

25:37 Investing Time and Speaking Positive Words

28:46 Being a Dad and Pouring Good Words

Resources

o Get Bryan’s Book! https://www.neighborloveyourself.com

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📌 Connect with Men After God:
🌍 Website: www.menaftergod.net
📺 YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menaftergod316
📷 Instagram: www.instagram.com/menaftergodpod
👥 Join Our Community: facebook.com/groups/menaftergod
🛒 Get MAG Merch: www.faithfulshirtscustom.com/menaftergod
💙 Support Us: www.patreon.com/MenAfterGod
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Episode 59 –With Guest Casey Cease

Summary

In this conversation, Dustin and Casey discuss the challenges and opportunities of pastoring with ADHD. Casey shares his personal journey of being diagnosed with ADHD later in life and how it affected his work as a pastor and entrepreneur. They emphasize the importance of understanding and embracing one's unique gifting and leading from a place of faithfulness rather than comparison. They also discuss the need for leaders to build teams that complement their strengths and delegate tasks that are not their areas of expertise. The conversation highlights the importance of being honest with oneself and others about limitations and finding ways to be effective in leadership.

Time Stamps

00:00 Introduction and Casey's Background

02:58 Navigating Pastoring and Entrepreneurship with ADHD

08:38 Embracing Your Unique Gifting in Leadership

11:41 Leading with Faithfulness, Not Comparison

24:05 Success in Leadership: Faithfulness over Comparison

27:23 Preventing Burnout: Delegating and Hiring the Right People

30:17 Creating Space for Unique Gifts and Callings

35:26 The Importance of Proper Compensation for Pastors

39:55 Understanding and Managing ADHD in a Christian Context

Resources

§ https://caseycease.com

§ Casey’s Book “Tragedy to Truth”: https://amzn.to/3Y13hDK

Connect With Men After God:

Website www.MenAfterGod.org

YouTube www.youtube.com/@menaftergod316

Follow Us

www.Facebook.com/menaftergodpodcast

www.twitter.com/menaftergodpodcast

www.instagram.com/menaftergodpod

Snag some MAG Merch www.faithfulshirtscustom.com/menaftergod

Support us on Patreon! www.Patreon.com/MenAfterGod

Join our MAG Community for more encouragement https://www.facebook.com/groups/menaftergod

If you have enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast wherever you are listening. Also, take a moment to share this episode and podcast with your friends.

Support the show

📌 Connect with Men After God:
🌍 Website: www.menaftergod.net
📺 YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menaftergod316
📷 Instagram: www.instagram.com/menaftergodpod
👥 Join Our Community: facebook.com/groups/menaftergod
🛒 Get MAG Merch: www.faithfulshirtscustom.com/menaftergod
💙 Support Us: www.patreon.com/MenAfterGod
🎙️ Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts

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