Are you ready to move forward?Welcome to the “Forward with Jarrett Stephens” podcast. Pastor Jarrett Stephens serves as Senior Pastor of Champion Forest in Houston, Texas, and is passionate about seeing people move forward in their faith. Each show will contain engaging interviews and/or challenging devotional thoughts from Jarrett. Let's go!The goal of this podcast is to inspire you to advance in your walk with Christ. Through engaging interviews with some amazing people, we can learn a new perspective that guides into what God has next.
In this episode of the Forward with Jarrett Stephens Podcast, Jarrett welcomes Dr. Connor Bales, pastor, author, and passionate advocate for families impacted by disability, for an honest conversation about faith, suffering, calling, and the goodness of God. Connor shares his powerful testimony of coming to faith as a college student, leaving a successful career to pursue God’s call into ministry, and how the unexpected challenges of raising children with profound special needs transformed his understanding of God’s grace, purpose, and sovereignty. Together, Jarrett and Connor discuss the reality of suffering, the importance of the local church, caring for families with disabilities, and why every person bears the image of God. Whether you’re walking through hardship, discerning God’s calling, or seeking to faithfully serve others, this conversation offers biblical wisdom, practical encouragement, and lasting hope. + Subscribe for more conversations that help you move forward in your walk with the Lord. The Forward with Jarrett Stephens Podcast Champion Forest Official Website Follow Jarrett on 𝕏 Follow Jarrett on Instagram
24 Jun 2026
27. Daniel Ritchie - Born Different. Called by God
In this episode of the Forward with Jarrett Stephens Podcast, Jarrett sits down with Daniel Ritchie to hear his remarkable story of being born without arms, overcoming unimaginable challenges, and discovering that God’s purpose is greater than any limitation. Through humor, honesty, and unwavering faith, Daniel reflects on his upbringing, the influence of his family, and how God has used his life to proclaim the hope of the gospel around the world. Together, they discuss identity, purpose, suffering, and what it means to trust God’s design even when life doesn’t unfold as expected. Whether you’re facing obstacles, searching for purpose, or simply need encouragement, this conversation is a powerful reminder that God can use every story for His glory. + Subscribe for more conversations that help you move forward in your walk with the Lord. The Forward with Jarrett Stephens Podcast Champion Forest Official Website Follow Jarrett on 𝕏 Follow Jarrett on Instagram
19 May 2026
26. Steve Bezner - Why the local church mattters
Pastor Steve Bezner shares his story of ministry, suffering, prayer, and trusting God through life’s hardest seasons while encouraging believers to stay rooted in the local church and the Kingdom of God. + Subscribe for more conversations that help you move forward in your walk with the Lord. The Forward with Jarrett Stephens Podcast Champion Forest Official Website Follow Jarrett on 𝕏 Follow Jarrett on Instagram
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