Ep. 297: Life and Ministry with Alton Hardy
Pastor Alton Hardy shares his journey of planting Urban Hope Community Church in Alabama, focusing on gospel-centered ministry, leadership development, and breaking generational cycles in the inner city. Through biblical discipleship and a Leadership Initiative targeting young African American men, the church has seen significant transformation, with marriages, families, and community leadership emerging as a result of faithful gospel proclamation.
(02:29) Background on how Brian and Kyle met Pastor Alton
(04:10) Pastor Alton discusses his vision for church planting
(07:24) Sharing his initial prayer and vision for the church
(12:43) Challenges of the first five years of ministry
(16:34) Current church growth and encouragement
(24:12) Leadership Initiative details
(29:42) Training approach for young men in the Leadership Initiative
(37:41) Detoxing from victim mentality and understanding God's sovereignty Main Topics:
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