Courageous Crossroads

Jeff Johnson

Welcome to "The Courageous Podcast," where we delve into the inspiring tales of ordinary people who have shown unwavering bravery in the face of challenges. Join us as we explore the multifaceted dimensions of courage and ask our guests, "What's the most courageous thing you've ever done?" Host Jeff Johnson guides these conversations with empathy and curiosity, creating a safe space for guests to share their personal experiences. From daring leaps of faith to small yet powerful acts of bravery, you'll hear stories that resonate with the universal human experience. Through these narratives, we aim to inspire and uplift our listeners, fostering a sense of connection and empowerment. Our guests' stories remind us that bravery is not the absence of fear but the triumph over it. "The Courageous Podcast" is not just about sharing tales of valor; it's about building a community of individuals who find strength in vulnerability and authenticity. Join us as we celebrate the indomitable human spirit, one story of courage at a time. Get ready to be inspired, uplifted, and motivated to embrace your own inner courage, whatever that might look like.

  1. MAR 11

    Courageous Crossroads with KG: Confidence in God Through Every Season

    Send us Fan Mail KG is a South African pastor, husband, and father whose life reflects a deep and hard-won confidence in God. Raised without a Christian upbringing, he came to faith through the witness of his cousin, was drawn into church community, and ultimately pursued theological training at Baptist Theological College in Johannesburg. Now serving in ministry in Limpopo, KG brings together pastoral conviction, thoughtful humility, and a moving personal story shaped by obedience, sacrifice, and grace. In this episode of Courageous Crossroads, recorded on a back porch in Shikwaru, South Africa, KG shares his remarkable journey to Christ, his call into ministry, his courageous decision to marry his wife despite cultural and financial obstacles, and the beautiful story of becoming a devoted father to his stepdaughter, Rato. Centered on his simple but powerful definition of courage as “confidence in God,” this conversation is a warm, honest, and faith-filled testimony about trusting the Lord through family tension, calling, marriage, and everyday acts of obedience. Thank you for listening! We hope you feel inspired and encouraged by our conversation today. If you did, be sure to share this episode with others. Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Instagram @crossroadsapologeticsEmail us at info@crossroadsapologetics.orgVisit our website www.crossroadsapologetics.orgSee you in the next episode! Be blessed!

    1h 50m
  2. MAR 4

    Alex Adams: The Night That Changed Everything

    Send us Fan Mail Alex Adams is an Iowa-based entrepreneur, husband to Allison (“Allie”), and dad to two boys, Owen and Mac, whose early years were marked by a fast, reckless lifestyle that started with drinking at 14 and eventually put his marriage, business, and safety at risk; after a pivotal night nearly four years ago when he pulled over on his motorcycle, convinced he wasn’t going to make it home, Alex chose sobriety, began telling the truth, and rebuilt his life one day at a time. In this episode, Alex sits down with host Jeff to talk candidly about what courage really looks like in everyday life, defining it as doing the right thing even when it isn’t the easy thing, and sharing how faith, honesty, and support helped him break addiction, become more present at home, and lead with purpose. Along the way, he reflects on the ripple effects of change, from coaching youth baseball and praying with his team to mentoring others who are struggling, offering a grounded, hopeful conversation about second chances, surrendering control, and becoming the kind of man your kids want to follow. Thank you for listening! We hope you feel inspired and encouraged by our conversation today. If you did, be sure to share this episode with others. Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Instagram @crossroadsapologeticsEmail us at info@crossroadsapologetics.orgVisit our website www.crossroadsapologetics.orgSee you in the next episode! Be blessed!

    49 min
  3. FEB 25

    Lisa Nichols on Courage, Faith, and Leading with Something Extra

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Courageous Crossroads, Jeff sits down with CEO, entrepreneur, and faith-driven leader Lisa Nichols to explore what courage looks like in real life, from building Technology Partners with her husband Greg to raising a family, leading with conviction, an learning leadership lessons from her daughter Allie, who was born with Down syndrome and lives with what Lisa calls “something extra.” Lisa shares her definition of courage as taking steps in spite of fear, tells stories ranging from singing the national anthem at a St. Louis Cardinals game to navigating moments where standing openly in her faith carried professional risk, and ultimately names the most courageous thing she’s ever done: leading with faith and love, especially in the workplace. Lisa Nichols is the co-founder and CEO of Technology Partners (an IT staffing, solutions, and leadership development firm), a longtime community and nonprofit advocate, and the host of the Something Extra podcast (launched in 2018), where she closes each interview by asking leaders what “something extra” they believe every leader needs; she’s also the author of the book Something Extra, which distills lessons from hundreds of podcas conversations into practical leadership traits, includes reflection questions, and features memorable Allie stories throughout—listeners can find Something Extra wherever they get podcasts and can find the book Something Extra through major retailers, including Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Thank you for listening! We hope you feel inspired and encouraged by our conversation today. If you did, be sure to share this episode with others. Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Instagram @crossroadsapologeticsEmail us at info@crossroadsapologetics.orgVisit our website www.crossroadsapologetics.orgSee you in the next episode! Be blessed!

    57 min
5
out of 5
9 Ratings

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Welcome to "The Courageous Podcast," where we delve into the inspiring tales of ordinary people who have shown unwavering bravery in the face of challenges. Join us as we explore the multifaceted dimensions of courage and ask our guests, "What's the most courageous thing you've ever done?" Host Jeff Johnson guides these conversations with empathy and curiosity, creating a safe space for guests to share their personal experiences. From daring leaps of faith to small yet powerful acts of bravery, you'll hear stories that resonate with the universal human experience. Through these narratives, we aim to inspire and uplift our listeners, fostering a sense of connection and empowerment. Our guests' stories remind us that bravery is not the absence of fear but the triumph over it. "The Courageous Podcast" is not just about sharing tales of valor; it's about building a community of individuals who find strength in vulnerability and authenticity. Join us as we celebrate the indomitable human spirit, one story of courage at a time. Get ready to be inspired, uplifted, and motivated to embrace your own inner courage, whatever that might look like.