What if the "more" you're sensing isn't ego ... it's obedience? Phil Kniesel, lead pastor of Hope City Church in Edmonton, shares how God broke his heart for his city, why he set a 1% vision, and how to lead with both audacity and wisdom. From launching prayer nights that grew from 125 to over 1,100 to creating financial buffers that preserved his staff during crisis, Phil shows a path any leader can walk: be all in with what's in your hand, ask God for favor, and keep solving the next problem with courage and compassion.

Guest: Phil Kniesel. Theme: calling, bold vision, prayer, stewardship, leadership resilience.

You'll learn:

1. How to discern the difference between ambition and assignment and why asking God for success and favour isn't pride.

2. A practical model for citywide impact: long-horizon goals supported by consistent corporate prayer.

3. How to pair big dreams with prudent systems like building financial margin so people keep their jobs.

4. Why leadership gets lonelier as you grow and the relationships that keep you healthy.

5. The portable rule for momentum: be faithful with your next step.

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What if your story began with "unfortunate"—and God renamed your future? Julius Rwotlonyo shares how he moved from scarcity and limiting labels to leading a 35,000-person, 17-location church and dreaming in decades for a continent. This conversation will stretch your vision for what's possible and show you how to pair courage with wise stewardship.

Guest: Julius Rwotlonyo
Theme: identity, calling, stewardship, dignity, long-horizon vision

You'll learn:

1. How reframing identity activates calling, including Julius's renaming story and why "possibility" became his core lens.

2. The seven convictions that anchor resilient leadership: God's greatness, goodness, love, presence, ongoing work, sufficient grace, and glory.

3. How to hold big vision and real budgets without becoming reckless—financing the gap while staying faithful to core mission.

4. Why dignity beats handouts, and how serving with excellence transforms both the city and the servant.

5. Vision 2050 and a belief that Africa is at a turning point that will rewrite a global story.

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He was kidnapped at 13… and thrown off a cliff for his faith.

In this raw and powerful episode of Help Me See, Anees Khan tells the story of how he survived an attempted murder in Pakistan—and how it marked the beginning, not the end, of his life.

From waking up on the edge of death to walking into his own funeral, Anees shares what happened when trauma collided with calling. His story is a masterclass in choosing obedience over comfort, identity over victimhood, and purpose over pain.

This episode isn't just about survival—it's about the supernatural grace required to start over, lead a family, and keep believing when everything says you shouldn't.

What you'll walk away with:

• A new understanding of what it means to own your story

• The mindset that turns tragedy into transformation

• How obedience—even when terrifying—becomes freedom

• Why unprocessed pain won't disqualify your purpose

• A reminder that your life is not over—it's just beginning

Listen to the full episode and tag @‌jdriedger and @‌aneeskhan on Instagram with your biggest takeaway.

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What if the thing that frustrates you most is actually pointing you toward your purpose?

In this episode of Help Me See, Johnny Henderson shares how discovering his "why" completely changed how he shows up in the world—from comedy clubs and motivational stages to humanitarian leadership in Mexico.

Johnny opens up about how one moment of clarity—reading a phrase on the side of a truck—set the tone for his entire life: "You belong. Your life has purpose. You can make a difference." That message would go on to shape his work with youth, his creative projects, and the way he leads others into lives of purpose and service.

You'll hear:

• How to uncover your purpose by identifying what breaks your heart

• The truth about calling (hint: it doesn't always look like a platform)

• The role of empathy in truly connecting with others

• What happens when you say yes to your "why"

• How to lead from a place of authenticity and service

Guest: Johnny Henderson
Theme: Purpose, identity, empathy, creative risk, youth leadership

Tag @‌jdriedger, follow us on YouTube at http://youtube.com/@helpmeseepossibility , and leave a comment if something in this episode opened something up in you. We'd love to hear your story.

In this compelling episode of Help Me See, Justin Driedger sits down with Brett Esslinger, pastor and author of 'The Hope Habit,' to unpack how to reclaim hope in a world that feels increasingly heavy. Brett shares the powerful backstory of how the unexpected loss of a close friend led to the creation of his book – a practical guide for transforming hope from a fleeting feeling into a daily, intentional habit.

Listeners will learn:

• Why hope is more than just optimism – it's a belief system rooted in something greater than ourselves

• How to navigate 'hope deferred' and find meaning in seasons of struggle

• The three key rhythms that can help reclaim hope: prayer, gratitude, and forgiveness

• Why faith, hope, and love are intertwined – and how to anchor yourself in all three, even when life feels chaotic

Join Justin and Brett as they explore how we can each cultivate hope as a way of life, rather than a passing emotion. It's an inspiring conversation for anyone feeling overwhelmed, disillusioned, or simply in need of a fresh perspective.

Follow Brett Esslinger: Instagram: @‌BrettEsslinger
Book: 'The Hope Habit' – Available Now thehopehabitbook.com

Listen now, tag @‌jdriedger, and share how this episode challenged your perspective. And don't forget to subscribe and leave a review to stay connected to more conversations that challenge limiting beliefs and celebrate what's possible.

What if the very place you feel trapped in is the exact place you're meant to thrive? In this episode of Help Me See, Justin Driedger sits down with Josh Abcede — a creative, entrepreneur, and faith leader in Niagara Falls who turned his barbershop into a hub for community, art, and connection.

Josh opens up about growing up feeling like an outsider, the pivotal moment when he finally embraced his God-given creativity, and how a seemingly ordinary church series reignited his sense of purpose. From fashion to painting to dance, Josh's story is a powerful reminder that we are all designed to express what God has placed in us, even when it doesn't fit the mold.

Listen in to learn how Josh broke free from limiting mindsets, why community is the secret ingredient to creativity, and how his faith continues to shape every project he takes on.

Tune in to hear how one moment of clarity can change everything — and how embracing who you are might just be the key to impacting those around you.

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Ashley Gee joins Help Me See for one of the most moving conversations we've had yet. At 16, she was told she'd never be a mother—a moment that launched her into a 20-year journey through grief, surrender, spiritual disappointment, and ultimately, possibility.

In this raw and honest episode, Ashley unpacks how she rebuilt her mindset, stopped performing for God, and learned what true faith and partnership with God really look like.

Whether you're walking through infertility, heartbreak, or waiting for a dream to materialize, this conversation will challenge you to reframe the journey—and see beauty in the in-between.

You'll walk away with:

• A deeper understanding of what it means to surrender daily

• Tools to navigate grief and unanswered prayer

• A new lens on your relationship with God and identity

• Language for hope when you feel unseen

• A call to guard your dream and fight for what's possible

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Chris Driedger was drafted into the NHL at 18. But it took seven years to play a game. He fought through injuries, setbacks, and being overlooked by the very system that once believed in him.

In this raw and honest episode of Help Me See, Chris opens up about the moment his career nearly flatlined—and what he did to turn it around. From reinventing his approach to training, to mentally resetting after failure, to co-producing a documentary during his ACL recovery, Chris shows us what it really means to keep moving forward.

This is an episode about choosing belief in the face of uncertainty. It's about reinventing your identity, doing the hard internal work, and deciding that your story isn't over.

What you'll take away from this episode:

• The 5 R's Chris uses to reset after failure or a goal against
• How to break free from passive career momentum and take ownership
• A mindset for reinvention, especially when the doors feel closed
• The power of staying grounded, even when you're on the outside looking in
• What it means to fight for the dream again after it slipped away once

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