In this episode, I share the origins and purpose of Proclaim Ministries and this podcast.

[0:00] Intro

[5:20] I was born in church

[7:15] Raised in the world

[10:00] The search for more

[14:50] Identity in Christ

[19:40] Work and ministry

[24:30] Final thoughts

Bible verses:

Colossians 3:23

Ephesians 2:8-9

2 Corinthians 5:17

Romans 6

Colossians 1:28

There are five key points that are the foundation of Proclaim Ministries: I was born in church, but raised in the world, my search for more, how my identity in Christ developed, and my work in ministry.

First, my upbringing was in the church. I don’t remember not going to church. My grandfather was a pastor and my grandmother was heavily involved in the church. Initially, I was reluctant to attend church. Eventually, I grew to appreciate it, especially due to the presence of girls.

I went to church, but I lived a compartmentalized life, being involved in church activities but also influenced by the world. I was discipled by media figures like Snoop Dogg and I struggled to reconcile worldly ideologies with biblical teachings.

In my twenties, I began to search for more in life, leading me to read my Bible and listen to preachers. I became a student of the scriptures and met a Christian bookstore manager who introduced me to Bible dictionaries and commentaries.

Though I lacked knowledge in teaching the Bible to kids, I soon got involved in youth ministry at my church. I credit Child Evangelism Fellowship for teaching me how to share the Gospel with kids and to understand the Gospel.

I grew to understand that I no longer belonged to myself. My identity is in Christ. As a believer, I knew that I was saved by grace and was set free from sin. Understanding this concept changed my life and led me to share the Gospel with others.

That is how I got to founding Proclaim Ministries. I saw the importance of connecting faith and life and I wanted to help others do the same.

The foundation of Proclaim Ministries is to proclaim Jesus Christ and teach with all wisdom, making the Bible understandable and applicable to everyday life. Proclaim Ministries has been an outlet for me to be a good steward over everything God has given me, including my resources and talents.

Live for the one you were created for, finding rest and fulfillment in Jesus Christ.

“We proclaim Him, admonishing every person and teaching every person with all wisdom, so that we may present every person complete in Christ.” Colossians 1:28 (NASB)