Creating The Future with Brent Simpson

Go behind the scenes as Brent Simpson interviews interesting people who are creating a better future for our world and seeks to inspire you to do the same.

Creating The Future with Brent Simpson is a religion podcast hosted by Brent Simpson, with 142 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Brent Simpson hosts Creating The Future with Brent Simpson, a religion show with 142 episodes published.

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  Episode #141

  Get to Know Our ARISE Pastors: A Conversation with Dr. Scott Pfingston

  Sep 17, 202632 min

  Our Summer Series continues as Dr. Brent Simpson sits down with one of the newest members of the ARISE pastoral team, Dr. Scott Pfingston, Global Ministries Pastor, for a conversation about revival, calling, missions, decades of ministry, and following God when His plans look different from your own. Dr. Scott grew up in church and was surrounded by the presence of God from an early age. Revival services were a regular part of his childhood, laying a spiritual foundation that would eventually shape the direction of his entire life. Growing up, Dr. Scott describes himself as the chill guy. He loved sports, loved the Lord, and was even voted "Sweetheart of the Year." But he also admits there was a rebellious streak in there—although, according to him, he wasn't very good at sinning. When Dr. Scott made the decision to fully return to the Lord, everything began to change. He was water baptized, baptized in the Holy Spirit, and answered God's call to Bible school in the fall of 1985. From Bible school, he went directly into ministry, beginning a journey of serving God that has now spanned more than four decades. After 41 years in ministry, Dr. Scott reflects on both the incredible moments and the difficult ones. One of the things that surprised him most was discovering that some of his deepest wounds could happen within the Church. He shares what God taught him through those seasons and the moments throughout his journey that have marked his life and ministry. For years, Dr. Scott thought God's plan was for him to become a full-time missionary in Asia. While his heart for the nations never changed, God's plan for how he would fulfill that calling looked different than he expected. His ministry has taken him around the world, including Nepal, which has become one of his favorite places. Dr. Scott shares the unexpected journey that eventually brought him to ARISE Church and what it means to now serve as our Global Ministries Pastor. He explains the heart behind global ministry, what it looks like to build relationships and strengthen ministries around the world, and why the Great Commission remains central to his calling. And after 41 years of ministry and traveling the world, there are still a few things you may not know about Dr. Scott. He's an artist—and apparently, there's also a story behind his less-than-perfect earlobes. From growing up in revival to answering God's call in 1985, traveling the world, walking through wounds, and discovering that God's plans can look very different from our own, Dr. Scott's story is a reminder that saying yes to God is a lifelong journey. We may not always know where He is taking us, but we can trust Him with every step. Do you have a question for Dr. Scott? Email us at info@myarisechurch.com Connect with Dr. Brent Simpson Brent Simpson: www.BrentSimpson.com ARISE Church: www.MyAriseChurch.com Instagram: @DrBrentSimpson Facebook: Dr. Brent Simpson on Facebook ️ Creating the Future Podcast: Creating the Future Podcast

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  Episode #140

  Get to Know Our ARISE Pastors: A Conversation with Pastor Mike Braddock

  Sep 10, 202639 min

  Our Summer Series continues as Dr. Brent Simpson sits down with Pastor Mike Braddock our ARISE South Lakeland Location Pastor for a conversation about faith, family, ministry, healing, and learning what it truly means to experience the presence of God. And before we get into the deeper parts of his story, we learn a few things about Pastor Mike, including his love for the TV show Bones, his musical side, and why this country boy might just have a food truck in his future. Born and raised in a rural area, Pastor Mike was affectionately known as "Little Michael." His parents had recently left the military when they found out they were expecting him, and much of his childhood was spent outside enjoying country life. But life changed after his parents divorced. Without his dad in the home, Pastor Mike had to grow up quickly. His family moved nearly every year, bringing seasons of transition and uncertainty that would ultimately become part of the story God was writing in his life. At 10 years old, Pastor Mike made a profession of faith, but his journey with God continued to deepen as he grew older. During his teenage years, life included football, joining a band, singing, playing music, and eventually experiencing an encounter with God that would change the direction of his future. Through a prophetic word, Pastor Mike began to recognize God's call on his life, eventually stepping into ministry in 2008. He shares how he met his wife at church, transitioned into a new church, moved into worship ministry, and eventually relocated to Virginia. After 15 years of full-time ministry, Pastor Mike opens up about one of the biggest misconceptions he had about ministry. Being surrounded by the things of God does not automatically mean you're personally experiencing the things of God. His story is a reminder of how important it is for pastors, leaders, and believers to protect their personal relationship with Jesus in the middle of serving others. Pastor Mike also shares one of the most unforgettable moments of his ministry. While preaching in a developing country, he witnessed an extraordinary moment of healing involving a man with a tumor in his throat. It's an experience that has stayed with him and strengthened his faith in the power of God. The conversation also gets personal as Pastor Mike talks about walking through church hurt, finding healing, and the journey that first brought him to ARISE Church. He shares where God led him next and the story of how he eventually returned to ARISE. Today, one of the things Pastor Mike values most about ARISE Church is its authenticity. He is passionate about discipleship, community, and helping people develop a genuine relationship with Jesus that goes beyond simply attending church. And there's another side of Pastor Mike you may not know. Along with being a talented musician and singer, he loves to cook and would love to have his own food truck one day. From the country boy everyone knew as "Little Michael" to more than a decade of full-time ministry, Pastor Mike's story is filled with unexpected turns, powerful encounters, healing, and restoration. His journey reminds us that ministry isn't simply about doing things for God. It's about continuing to know Him, experience Him, and allow Him to transform us along the way. Do you have a question for Pastor Mike Braddock? Email us at info@myarisechurch.com Connect with Dr. Brent Simpson Brent Simpson: www.BrentSimpson.com ARISE Church: www.MyAriseChurch.com Instagram: @DrBrentSimpson Facebook: Dr. Brent Simpson on Facebook ️ Creating the Future Podcast: Creating the Future Podcast

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  Episode #139

  Get to Know Our ARISE Pastors: A Conversation with Pastor Keren Emmanuel

  Sep 3, 202628 min

  Our Summer Series continues as Dr. Brent Simpson sits down with Pastor Keren Emmanuel, Riverview Location Pastor at ARISE Church, for a conversation about identity, calling, family, ministry, and the unexpected places where God meets us. And if there's one thing you should know about Pastor Keren, it's that if Denzel Washington is in it, he's probably watching it. In the words of Denzel himself, "My man!" Born and raised on the east side of Florida to Haitian parents, Pastor Keren grew up in the projects in a strict Christian household. His father was a pastor, and Keren describes himself as a quiet kid who followed the rules and mostly kept to himself. His childhood was filled with church, playing outside, video games, and being surrounded by faith. But while Pastor Keren grew up around God, he eventually realized that knowing about God wasn't the same as knowing Him personally. College became a very different season. Pastor Keren played football, began partying, and found himself trying to numb what he was feeling internally. Eventually, he dropped out of college and returned home, unsure of what his future would look like. Then God met him in one of the most unexpected places: on a forklift at BJ's. At the time, his girlfriend, now his wife, Erica Emmanuel, had faithfully continued inviting him to church. What followed was a radical encounter with Jesus that completely changed the direction of Pastor Keren's life. He shares what it looked like to surrender his life to Christ, discover his call to ministry, and begin walking out that calling one step at a time. Pastor Keren began serving in ministry as a volunteer in 2010 before stepping into full-time ministry in 2012. Through the years, he's learned to navigate the highs and lows of ministry while recognizing God's grace in every season. He also looks back on an unforgettable moment in youth ministry that continues to mark him today. His ministry journey began in Englewood, Florida, but eventually God began opening a door to ARISE Church. Dr. Brent reached out to Pastor Keren to talk about youth ministry, and Pastor Keren's answer was no. More than once. But then Dr. Brent asked him a question that caused him to think differently about the opportunity: "What is holding you back?" That question became part of a journey that would ultimately bring Pastor Keren to ARISE Church. After serving in several different roles, Pastor Keren now leads as the Riverview Location Pastor. One of the things he loves most about ARISE is that serving here continually challenges him to grow, both as a leader and as a follower of Jesus. And if you think you have Pastor Keren figured out, there are a few more chapters to the story. Before becoming the pastor many know today, he had a punk rock skater phase and even stepped into the world of MMA fighting. From growing up as a pastor's kid to walking away from what he knew, encountering God on a forklift, and eventually saying yes to a calling he initially resisted, Pastor Keren's story is a reminder that God knows how to meet us exactly where we are and lead us into a future we never could have planned for ourselves. Do you have a question for Pastor Keren Emmanuel? Email us at info@myarisechurch.com Connect with Dr. Brent Simpson Brent Simpson: www.BrentSimpson.com ARISE Church: www.MyAriseChurch.com Instagram: @DrBrentSimpson Facebook: Dr. Brent Simpson on Facebook ️ Creating the Future Podcast: Creating the Future Podcast

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  Episode #138

  Get to Know Our ARISE Pastors: A Conversation with Pastor Josh Jordan

  Aug 27, 202631 min

  Our Summer Series continues as Dr. Brent Simpson sits down with Pastor Josh Jordan for a conversation about family, faith, sports, ministry, and the moments when God's plans took his life in a completely different direction. First, we learn one very important thing about Pastor Josh: he loves sushi! Pastor Josh shares what it was like growing up, including eight years of his childhood spent on a farm. Homeschooled and raised with a love for the outdoors, some of his earliest memories include camping, horseback riding, playing sports, and being involved in church. His family eventually traded farm life for the suburbs, but their home continued to be anything but ordinary. Over the years, his family opened their doors to foster 19 children, giving Pastor Josh a unique perspective on family, compassion, and caring for others. Sports were also a huge part of his life. He played quarterback on his football team, but baseball became his greatest passion as a teenager. Primarily playing shortstop, Pastor Josh eventually went to college to pursue baseball. But during his first year, God began changing the direction of his life. Although he had given his life to the Lord at 12 years old, his first year of college became a defining season in his faith. He was filled with the Holy Spirit, heard God's voice in a way he never had before, and began asking questions that were bigger than baseball. God also set him free from addiction and began revealing a completely different purpose for his future. That journey eventually took Pastor Josh to Brazil for a month-long missions trip where God met him in a powerful way. The math major who thought his future would revolve around numbers and baseball suddenly found himself being called into ministry. Pastor Josh shares what it looked like to surrender his own plans and pursue God's call, even when the path didn't look anything like what he originally imagined. His journey into full-time ministry began as a Kids Pastor, leading to some incredible and unforgettable moments serving children and families. Now, after 13 years in ministry, Pastor Josh reflects on what has surprised him most about serving people and the moments that have marked him along the way. One of the most meaningful was watching his own daughter experience the presence of God for herself. He also shares the story of how God brought him to ARISE Church and why the presence of the Holy Spirit is one of the things he loves most about serving here. And there's one more thing you probably wouldn't guess about Pastor Josh and his family: they're decorated horseback riders! From farm life and foster siblings to baseball, missions, ministry, and family, Pastor Josh's story is a reminder that sometimes the future we imagine for ourselves looks completely different from the future God is preparing for us. When God calls, our job is to be willing to follow. Do you have a question for Pastor Josh Jordan? Email us at info@myarisechurch.com Connect with Dr. Brent Simpson Brent Simpson: www.BrentSimpson.com ARISE Church: www.MyAriseChurch.com Instagram: @DrBrentSimpson Facebook: Dr. Brent Simpson on Facebook ️ Creating the Future Podcast: Creating the Future Podcast

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  Episode #137

  Get to Know Our ARISE Pastors: A Conversation with Pastor José Medina

  Aug 20, 202635 min

  Our Summer Series continues as Dr. Brent Simpson sits down with Pastor José Medina, Pastor of ARISE Español, for a conversation about faith, family, ministry, restoration, and the unexpected ways God can use every part of our story. If Pastor José could take his dream vacation anywhere, there's one place at the top of his list: Israel. His dream is to one day walk where Jesus walked and experience the places he's spent his life reading about in Scripture. Born in Puerto Rico, Pastor José spent the first 12 years of his life surrounded by the mountains and beauty of the island. His grandfather was a farmer, and some of his earliest memories include picking and selling coffee, exploring the forest, riding bikes, discovering creeks and bamboo, and getting lost on adventures. Think of him as a Puerto Rican Tom Sawyer! His grandparents were also people of deep faith who had an incredible influence on his life. Growing up in church gave Pastor José a spiritual foundation that would become especially important later in his story. In this conversation, Pastor José shares when he gave his life to Christ, how he learned English, and how his journey in ministry began at just 14 years old. He also opens up about one of the most difficult seasons of his life. After going through a divorce, he walked away from the church for a time, but the foundation that had been built in his relationship with the Lord remained. Eventually, God brought him back and continued writing his ministry story. Pastor José reflects on what has surprised him most about ministry and shares a season of serving that he will never forget. He also tells the incredible and unexpected story of how a lost dog ultimately helped lead him to ARISE Church. What began as an unexpected connection eventually became a new chapter of ministry as Pastor José helped plant ARISE Español. Today, he shares what he loves most about serving at ARISE, his heart for reaching the Spanish-speaking community, and even a few things you might not know about him, including his experience working for Apple. Pastor José's story is a powerful reminder that even when our journey takes turns we never expected, God can use our foundation, our experiences, and even the most unlikely circumstances to lead us exactly where He wants us to be. Do you have a question for Pastor José Medina? Email us at info@myarisechurch.com Connect with Dr. Brent Simpson Brent Simpson: www.BrentSimpson.com ARISE Church: www.MyAriseChurch.com Instagram: @DrBrentSimpson Facebook: Dr. Brent Simpson on Facebook ️ Creating the Future Podcast: Creating the Future Podcast

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