When Justin sat down with Pat and Fred, it wasn’t just a casual chat—it was a heartfelt conversation about what it means to provide like Jesus. Together, they explored how to partner with God in everyday life, step into mentorship with humility, and trust his plan for the people they encounter.

Pat and Fred, pastors to pastors, shared their journey of becoming spiritual mentors. For them, mentorship isn’t about having all the answers or coming across as righteous—it’s about loving people well. They believe in being “boots on the ground,” showing up in the lives of others with compassion and humility.

The conversation turned to the importance of faith in mentorship. Without faith, Pat and Fred explained, it’s impossible to please God or truly step into the adventure he has for them. They shared how they’ve learned to listen for God’s voice and trust that he’s leading them to help others in meaningful ways.

For Justin, Pat, and Fred, providing like Jesus means partnering with God to care for others. It’s about showing up with love, listening for his guidance, and trusting that he’s working through us. Whether we’re mentoring someone, offering encouragement, or simply being present, we’re called to reflect his heart.

By providing like Jesus, we step into a life filled with faith, passion, and the assurance that He’s always making a way.

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Welcome to Provide Like Jesus, the podcast aimed at inspiring Christians to serve and provide for their families and communities like Christ. Hosted by Justin Thomas, this episode reintroduces the podcast with a renewed focus on providing like Jesus, exploring the mission behind the C. L. Thomas Fellowship, and offering insights on how to embody the life and ministry of Christ today. Expect weekly episodes alternating between guest interviews and personal reflections on scripture and servant leadership. Connect with us on social media @clthomasfellowship and on our website at www.clthomasfellowship.org. You can also connect with the host Justin on Instagram, Facebook, and X at @justinthomasnc. Bless and Protect!

From an ultra marathon to the pulpit, Justin reflects on a weekend of endurance challenges. This episode shares lessons on what we are supposed to live for as a Christian and some big questions around faith such as "why follow Jesus?", "why orient your life around God?", and a case study into how God makes our faith possible.

Justin also shares lessons from his Grandfather and how relationships can often show us a glimpse of God's love in practical ways.

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Keep exploring faith and the big questions in life. We hope this episode encourages your provider journey!

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