Today we welcome to the mic Lewis Brandon, pastor of Jordantown Wesleyan Church in Vinton, Virginia. A vibrant, growing church led by a vibrant, growing pastor. His powerful journey of healing from brokenness, anxiety, and depression is one of the most moving interviews we’ve had in the history of this podcast.

How did your paths cross with Converge Coaching?

• I was suffering an elongated low mood.
• God allowed me to bottom out.
• I was introduced to Converge Coaching via Full Strength Network. The stigma of getting help was removed.

Unpack your health journey with us

• I had to get fed up with my demons.
• I realized the pain of staying the same was worse than the pain of getting healed.
• I discovered my healing is louder than my hurt.

Tell us about what’s been happening at Jordantown Wesleyan over the past few years

• We are growing, but I have learned that a leader is often their own worst enemy in terms of success.
• My joy does not come from our church’s accomplishments, it comes from knowing my identity as a beloved son of God.

How has your health journey impacted the church you lead?

• I come to church already feeling affirmed by God.
• I always try to bless people whether they stay or leave.
• People see the product. They do not see the hard work that went into the product.
• Coaching is not just for mental health. It’s also for professional development.