This week's guest Stephen Kendrick shares the unlikely story behind the Kendrick Brothers' filmmaking journey—from a small church in Georgia and a $20,000 first film to stories that have reached audiences around the world. Erin and Stephen also discuss faithfulness in small beginnings, trusting God when the calling feels bigger than your ability, and learning to surrender the outcome rather than letting fear or perfection keep you from taking the first step. Key Takeaways Why we shouldn't despise small beginnings—and how God can grow what we're willing to faithfully beginThe difference between striving to do something for God and allowing God to work through usHow surrender, prayer, and obedience have shaped more than twenty years of filmmaking and ministryWhy we don't have to have the resources, experience, or entire plan before taking the next faithful stepAbout Stephen Stephen Kendrick is a filmmaker, author, speaker, and producer best known as part of the Kendrick Brothers, the filmmaking team behind some of the most influential faith-based films of the last two decades, including Facing the Giants, Fireproof, Courageous, War Room, Overcomer, and The Forge. What began more than twenty years ago with a small church in Albany, Georgia, a $20,000 budget, and their first film, Flywheel, has grown into a worldwide ministry reaching audiences across the globe. Through each project, Stephen and his brother Alex have remained committed to creating stories rooted in biblical truth that point people toward Jesus. Stephen and his wife, Jill, have been married for 26 years and are the parents of six children. Today, he continues to write, produce, and develop faith-filled projects, including Flywheel: Ignition of the Soul, a new international adaptation of the film that started it all. Connect with Stephen Website: https://kendrickbrothers.com/ Social Media: IG: @thekendrickbrothers, @flywheelthemovie Connect with Erin IG @erincuccio www.erincuccio.com Order Any of Erin's Books HERE
