Ep. 002: You Were Made by God and for God
Sep 2 • 5:28
Ep. 002: You Were Made by God and for God
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Ep. 002: You Were Made by God and for God

September 2, 2024 • 5:28 • Jay Holland

In this second episode of Guided By Faith, Jay talks about the purpose of our existence, exploring the powerful truth mentioned in Revelation 4:11. You were made by God, you were made for God, and your very existence brings pleasure to Him. As you navigate your day, remember that your life has immense value and purpose. Embrace your relationship with Jesus and find joy in the fact that God delights in who you are.

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About the Host

Jay Holland

Jay Holland is a follower of Jesus, a husband to Emily, and the biological and adoptive father of four children. For more than two decades Jay has served as a pastor in family and student ministries, and has walked through multiple special needs challenges within his own family.

Jay’s personal and pastoral experiences led him to launch the weekly Let’s Parent on Purpose podcast to equip and empower moms and dads to build thriving families. He serves at Covenant Fellowship Baptist Church in Stuart, Florida and is also on the board of Hopegivers, a ministry that cares for children and churches in India.

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