Faith, Music, and the Kingdom
Check out KJ's church: https://healhousecommunitychurch.com/
In this episode we kick off a brand new series called Faith on Call. This premier episode features, musician and pastor KJ Scriven who shares his inspiring journey as a worship leader and musician. Diving deep into his faith and how it guides his career, KJ discusses balancing family life, creativity, and ministry. He emphasizes the importance of being influenced by faith rather than the music industry's standards and the...
Faith, Music, and the Kingdom
Check out KJ's church: https://healhousecommunitychurch.com/
In this episode we kick off a brand new series called Faith on Call. This premier episode features, musician and pastor KJ Scriven who shares his inspiring journey as a worship leader and musician. Diving deep into his faith and how it guides his career, KJ discusses balancing family life, creativity, and ministry. He emphasizes the importance of being influenced by faith rather than the music industry's standards and the impact of genuine worship and community support. Additionally, he reflects on his spontaneous Grammy-nominated experience with Maverick City and shares key insights for Gen Z listeners navigating their Christian walk. As he ventures into planting a new church, KJ outlines ways to support and connect with his mission, providing spiritual tools and encouragement for all viewers.
Key Takeaways
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:54 Calling to Music Ministry
02:49 Navigating the Music Industry
04:15 Balancing Artistry and Worship
08:16 Challenges in Ministry
09:46 Understanding the Kingdom of God
13:55 The Parable of the Talents
24:30 The True Meaning of the Gospel
32:40 A God Story in My Career
37:37 The Spontaneous Worship Moment
38:20 Winning Awards and God's Plan
39:06 Prioritizing God's Business
40:40 Encouragement for Gen Z Christians
41:18 The Importance of Community
42:24 Intimacy with Jesus
45:47 The Power of Worship
51:57 Spiritual Warfare and Unity
55:16 Planting a New Church
57:30 Connecting with KJ Scriven
58:19 Closing Remarks
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In this episode of "Faith On Call," host Reagan Grace Gibbs welcomes KJ Scriven for an engaging conversation. KJ introduces himself as a multi-talented individual based near Charlotte, NC, with his wife Kyra and their children, Allison and Xander. He shares how his journey into music began unexpectedly during college, despite studying business. For KJ, faith is central to everything he does, guiding him through the music industry's labels and market pressures.
Throughout the conversation, KJ emphasizes the balance between industry standards and spiritual integrity. He shares personal stories, like the spontaneous recording of "Man of Your Word," which led to a Grammy nomination, highlighting the importance of following God's call.
Addressing Gen Z listeners, KJ stresses the value of community and personal intimacy with Jesus beyond social media. He passionately discusses worship and the transformative power of being filled with the Holy Spirit.
The episode concludes with KJ sharing his vision for Hill House, a new church launching in 2025, and Reagan inviting listeners to connect further with KJ and explore more episodes of Real Life Theology.
This episode offers rich spiritual insights and practical advice, making it a must-listen for those navigating their faith journey.
