In this episode, I talk to my friend Johnny Farr. He shares his incredible journey—from conquering the grueling Spartan Beast race to becoming a first-generation Christian and minister. Discover how a childhood friend’s family, a dedicated youth pastor, and God’s grace transformed his life. Johnny also dives into his passion for discipleship, offering practical tips on balancing family, faith, and making disciples who make disciples.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

What Is the Spartan Beast? - Johnny explains the wild 10K+ obstacle race and why it’s like being a kid again.

How Johnny Got Hooked on Spartan Races - From social media to recruiting friends for the adventure.

Chad’s Cross Country Past - Chad shares his proud 10th-place finish in a state championship.

Johnny’s Faith Journey Begins - Growing up without church and finding Jesus through a friend’s family.

A Youth Pastor’s Impact - How a youth pastor pursued Johnny and led him to Christ.

The Night Johnny Gave His Life to Jesus - A pivotal moment from Ephesians 2 that changed everything.

Struggles of a New Believer - Balancing two lives and a wake-up call from his dad.

Baptizing His Dad and Daughter - The emotional full-circle moment of faith in his family.

Discipleship Passion Unleashed - Johnny’s 4 E’s: Equip, Encourage, Empower, Expect.

Pure Adventure Ministry - Helping fathers and sons connect with Christ at the center.

Final Encouragement - Johnny’s challenge: Can you call yourself a disciple if you haven’t made one?

Have you ever run a Spartan race or had a life-changing faith moment? Share your story in the comments!

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