Ep 230: Ed Newton: Why Not You?

About this episode

Pastor Ed Newton shares his journey of faith, personal struggles, and the powerful message behind his book 'Why Not You?'

Pastor Ed Newton joins Levi and Jennie for a conversation that’s equal parts hilarious, holy, and deeply healing. From mutual half-Filipino spouses (and the great “Tagalog” debate) to the way Ed grew up as the primary interpreter for his deaf parents, this episode is packed with stories that will make you laugh—and then suddenly swallow a lump in your throat. Ed opens up about the hidden “not enough” loop that can follow even the most fruitful ministry, the moment (December 26, 2023) he didn’t want to live anymore, and how God met him in the rebuild through counseling and recovery. Along the way, you’ll hear the powerful origin story behind his book Why Not You? Believing What God Believes About You—and why your worst “kryptonite” might just become the very place God writes your greatest strength. Connect with us on social! Ed: @pastorednewton Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Read Why Not You?: https://bit.ly/49UZBI8 Connect with Pastor Ed: https://bit.ly/4t49zQf Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe…

People in this episode

Hosts: Levi Lusko, Jennie Lusko

Guest: Ed Newton

Topics covered

• mental health
• faith
• personal growth
• overcoming adversity
• storytelling
• ministry

Keywords

• Ed Newton
• mental health
• faith
• Why Not You?
• personal growth
• deaf parents
• ministry
• storytelling

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Fresh Life Church

Books & works: Why Not You?

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