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Live Your Best Life with Liz Wright

Building Kingdom Through Hollywood w/ Jack Kelly (Episode 178)

29 min • 4 september 2023

“You’re not a pastor who acts or is creative; you’re an actor and a creative first and pastor after that.” - Jack Kelly

 

Jack Kelly, from the casting team for The Chosen, joins Liz to discuss his journey of letting go of his own understanding and trusting in God's leading, ultimately leading him to shining the light of truth and bringing the presence of God into the entertainment industry. Jack's journey began as a pastor's kid in Atlanta, but through a series of divine encounters and nudges from the Holy Spirit, Jack found himself drawn to the world of acting and entertainment. With a heart open to God's leading, he embraced this unexpected path and embarked on a journey of discovering what being called to Hollywood truly meant.

 

Throughout his career, Jack has learned the importance of partnering with Jesus in every aspect of his work. As a casting director, he relies on the leading of the Holy Spirit to select the right actors for each role. For those who are dreaming big dreams and facing seemingly insurmountable challenges, Jack's story serves as a beacon of hope. He encourages us to let go of striving and to trust in God's timing and leading. When we focus on our relationship with Jesus and align ourselves with His purposes, we can step into the flow of His grace and experience the fulfillment of our calling.

 

Through his work in Hollywood and the entertainment industry, Jack is bringing the light of truth and the presence of God to a space that desperately needs it. His journey exemplifies what it means to surrender to God's leading and embrace His purposes. Through his story, we are reminded that when we let go of our own understanding and trust in the Lord with all our hearts, He will direct our paths and bring about extraordinary outcomes. Be inspired to step out in faith, knowing that with God, nothing is impossible.

 

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