In this powerful and soul-stirring episode, Pastor Chris Tunstall opens up about the life-altering journey In this powerful and soul-stirring episodPastor Chris Tunstall opens up about the life-altering journey of being a youth pastor—and the deep bond he shared with one of his most unforgettable kids, Jabez Spann. Jabez wasn’t just another young person in his ministry; he was like a son, a little brother, and a light in the room. Pastor Chris speaks with raw emotion about Jabez’s energy, laughter, and potential, and how losing him shook the very core of his faith and purpose.
With the heart of a big brother and the calling of a shepherd, Pastor Chris shares reflections on mentorship, faith, and the heartbreak of watching a life full of promise be taken too soon. This is more than a story—it’s a call to action. Pastor Chris takes listeners into the heart of his ministry, revealing the personal pain that now fuels his mission to save more kids, build stronger communities, and never let Jabez’s legacy fade.
From church halls to street corners, this emotional reflection blends faith, grief, and fierce love into a conversation that will challenge you, inspire you, and stay with you long after it ends.
Tune in for a moving tribute, a pastor’s truth, and a message of hope that might just change the way you see our youth.of being a youth pastor—and the deep bond he shared with one of his most unforgettable kids, Jabez Spann. Jabez wasn’t just another young person in his ministry; he was like a son, a little brother, and a light in the room. Pastor Chris speaks with raw emotion about Jabez’s energy, laughter, and potential, and how losing him shook the very core of his faith and purpose.
With the heart of a big brother and the calling of a shepherd, Pastor Chris shares reflections on mentorship, faith, and the heartbreak of watching a life full of promise be taken too soon. This is more than a story—it’s a call to action. Pastor Chris takes listeners into the heart of his ministry, revealing the personal pain that now fuels his mission to save more kids, build stronger communities, and never let Jabez’s legacy fade.
From church halls to street corners, this emotional reflection blends faith, grief, and fierce love into a conversation that will challenge you, inspire you, and stay with you long after it ends.
Tune in for a moving tribute, a pastor’s truth, and a message of hope that might just change the way you see our youth.
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