The Best View in Town with Nathan Wesley Smith & Friends
It's all about perspective. You may be on the mountain top or in the valley but you can have the best view in town from right where you are. It is not about what you see, it's about how you see and whom you see in the midst of your circumstance. Nathan and his friends share stories, thoughts, laughs, and tears that will help you have a more hope-filled perspective as you discover just how much God is for you and not against you. Come enjoy the view! #TheBestViewInTown
S3 E37 · Wed, November 22, 2023
Tamsey Smith: Season 3 Finale!
It's a tradition that the last episode of every season is me and my wife Tamsey reflecting together and sharing stories that will help you have a more hope-filled perspective. In this episode Tamsey shares a bit of her journey over the past year as her business as grown, and we together tell the story of how we were homeless a couple of times with our first child and were simply trying to follow the leading of God's voice! Have you ever felt like you were being punished for doing the very thing you believed God was telling you to do? Have you ever wondered if there was a happy ending to the story after all? Our stories in this episode just might help you. You can learn more about Tamsey's fitness business on her website (that I helped build initially) www.TamseySmithFitness.com and you can connect with her on her social accounts here FaceBook Instagram YouTube With this episode talking about trusting God in the midst of heartbreak and maintaining a grateful attitude here are some posts from my blog to help you gain perspective. 1. God Broke My Heart 2. Driven By Gratitude 3. Nobody Knows What They Are Doing Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify Check out our YouTube Channel while you're at it! <br
S3 E37 · Wed, November 15, 2023
Lisa Whittle: Resting in the Fact God Knows
Lisa Whittle is a best-selling author, speaker, teacher and podcaster but my favorite attributes about her are that she is a Pastor's kid who loves Jesus, is real, and is kind. With all she has going on Lisa has always found a way to pause and encourage me throughout the years and it has been a tremendous blessing to me. I'm so grateful she made time to jump on the podcast and talk about her new book " God Knows " and the companion study " Your God Knows " while also sharing some life wisdom on ministry and motivations. Have you ever felt you had no idea what you had to offer that God could use? Have you feared you were missing the mark and letting God down? Lisa's stories and encouragments will give you a more hope-filled perspective. You can connect with Lisa on her website LisaWhittle.com or connect with her on her social channels by clicking the links here Instagram FaceBook Check out Lisa's Podcast "Jesus Over Everything" here With this episode highlighting God's direction in our lives here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Finding Friends In A Lonely World 2. Navigating The Need To Be Needed 3. Wrestling With Your Will Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email b
S3 E36 · Wed, November 08, 2023
Justin Porter: Failing Forward & Dreaming Again
My buddy Justin Porter is on the podcast this week... and this time, as a guest! After helping cohost the show for 2 years, Justin is on to bigger things and comes back to give an update on his journey. You will be challenged, inspired and impacted by the honest, transparent way in which Justin shares his journey. It has not been easy, but he helps us all find perspective through the way he has let the Lord teach him through this season of life where he has "failed forward" and is seeing how God takes broken dreams and makes them beautiful! Have you ever felt like God has abandoned you? Have you ever felt like a failure and wanted to run and hide? Justin's story will give you hope, encouragement, and a more hope-filled perspective. You can connect with Justin on his social channels by clicking the links here Instagram FaceBook LinkedIn YouTube and for EXTRA FUN you can find his OLD rap albums by clicking here! With this episode focusing on failing forward here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Can You Thrive In Obscurity 2. Am I A Failure For Being Faithful? 3. When Faith and Failure Mix Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of <a href='https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1VKJAp9gCLYXmjIEqujJJA?si=
S3 E35 · Wed, November 01, 2023
Ben Finch: Following God in Life and Work
My amazing friend Ben Finch joins me this week from Athens, Tennessee where we talk about our 25 years of friendship, his amazing journey to becoming a world-renowned photographer, and how seminary almost made him lose his love for Jesus. You will be challenged, inspired and amazed as Ben shares stories from photographing weddings for the President's grand-daughter at the White House to almost becoming an NFL kicker. In all of it, Ben's faith in Jesus has lead him to steward what God has placed in his hands both inside and outside of the church. Have you ever felt you had no idea what direction you were supposed to go with your life? Have you feared you were letting God down by doing something others felt was counter-productive? Ben's story will give you a more hope-filled perspective. You can connect with Ben on his website http://finchphoto.com or connect with him on his social chanels by clicking the links here Instagram FaceBook LinkedIn With this episode focusing on living life in pursuit of God's will in our work here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. God Is For You Today 2. Navigating The Need To Be Needed 3. How Could God Let This Happen Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify Check out our
S3 E34 · Wed, October 25, 2023
Carlton Beall: Living With Legacy In Mind
My buddy Carlton Beall joins me this week from Lebanon, Tennessee where we have a conversation about his fascinating entry into business and then how God challenged him to be intentional in his parenting. Carlton has been a true friend to me through the years and his generosity and example have challenged me to be a better man, husband and father. I believe his story will challenge you and inspire you, as well. When we live with legacy in mind, it changes what we prioritize and motives us to invest in the people and things that matter most. Carlton has done that and shares a bit of the story of "the fellowship" on this episode. Have you ever felt you had more to offer but didn't know what to do? Have you wanted to make a lasting impact but weren't sure how? Carlton's story will give you a more hope-filled perspective. You can connect with Carlton on Instagram here or swing by the Chick-Fil-A in Lebanon, TN and tell him you heard him on The Best View In Town podcast and that you want a free sandwich! I can't promise it will work, but it's worth a shot. With this episode focusing on legacy here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. He's On Every Page of Your Story 2. To Remember Is To Reconnect 3. I Need More Grey Hair In My Life Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify Check out our YouTube Channel while you're at it! <br
Bonus · Wed, October 18, 2023
Special Update Edition
Hey Everybody! It's Nathan and just wanted to give you a short update as we take a pause from the weekly episodes to simply catch you up on what has been happening this season on The Best View in Town. I promised several links in this special update edition so here you go... But first, here's the BEST WAY to get ALL the content I create and that is signing up for the weekly email. Sign up by clicking here! Next, you can scroll through the podcast episodes on your favorite platform of find any of the previous episodes on ANY podcast platform by clicking this link here Additionally, you can get caught up on the blog by clicking this link here and seeing the over 100 articles I've written through the years to help you have a more hope-filled perspective. Finally you can find exclusive content on my patron page AND support the show through the links below! It helps SO much. Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify Check out our YouTube Channel while you're at it!
S3 E32 · Wed, October 11, 2023
Donnie Floyd: Serving On The FrontLines of NASCAR
Donnie Floyd has one of the most amazing jobs in the world. He serves as the Chaplain for Hendrick Motorsports where he serves the hundreds of employees on the HMS team by caring for their spiritual and emotional needs. From baptizing people in the pond out front of the complex to walking with employees through tragedys and giving convocations before NASCAR races all around the country, Donnie shares his love for Jesus and people in the context of the racing world. Today he joins me to share his story, and how corporate chaplaincy makes a difference in the work world. Have you ever wondered how to have a bigger impact in your workplace? Have you wanted to know how to use your faith to make a practical difference? Donnie's story will give you a more hope-filled perspective. Learn more about Donnie and Hendrick Motorsports at http://www.itsblackandwhite.org and follow him on social media here FaceBook With this episode focusing on living our faith in the marketplace here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. What Am I Supposed To Do With My Life? 2. What Kind of Culture Are You Creating? 3. Nobody Knows What They Are Doing Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify Check out our <a href='https://www.youtube.com/c/NathanWesle
S3 E31 · Wed, October 04, 2023
JJ & Tiffany: Stewarding The Storm
JJ and Tiffany Johnson are some of my heroes. It's not just because they weathered a shark attack that took Tiffany's right arm, but because of how they have chosen to respond to that tragedy by stewarding the storm they faced and turning it into a ministry to glorify Jesus. My wife Tamsey joins me to interview this amazing couple. You will be shocked by both the intensity of their story and the intensity of their faith. Have you ever wondered how to use your biggest set back as a setup for ministry? Have you wanted to know how to keep from being stuck when things are hard? The Johnson's story will give you a more hope-filled perspective. Learn more about JJ & Tiffany and their ministry at www.BeAnOvercomerMinistries.com and follow them on social media here Instagram FaceBook And you can find all their media clips on You Tube by searching Tiffany Johnson Shark Attack. With this episode focusing on stewarding the storms we face here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. No Breakthrough Without A Breaking 2. Some Miracles Are Up To You 3. Enthusiasm Is a Holy Thing Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify Check out our YouTube Channel while you're at it! <b
S3 E30 · Wed, September 27, 2023
Wayne Atcheson: Revival Fire at 81 Years Old
Billy Graham was born and buried in Charlotte, North Carolina which is why the Billy Graham Library is located here. If you have never been you should definitely go as it is absolutely incredible. My guest today, Wayne Atcheson, was the first director of the Library and is a lifelong lover of God with a heart for Revival. Wayne and I met a few years ago as result of having read his book about the 1970 Asbury Revival. Little did we know a couple of years after our meeting that again Revival Fire would visit Asbury and both he and I had to go see it for ourselves! We talk about his amazing life, his book about Asbury and how God has used him at the Billy Graham Library in this episode. Learn more about Wayne Atcheson and his books by clicking here and follow him on social media here FaceBook and learn more about the Billy Graham Library here . With this episode focusing on revival and hunger for God, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. What Does A Move Of God Look Like? 2. Dead & Buried or Planted & Growing? 3. When Faith and Failure Mix Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify Check out our YouTube Channel while you're at it! </p
S3 E29 · Wed, September 20, 2023
Reward Sibanda: UpperRoom, WorldVision, and the "Glocal" Church
Such a great guy with such a great name! Reward and Nathan met 8 years ago and recently reconnected at the Ignite Movement National Summit. Reward travels the country with World Vision as the Senior Advisor for Church and Community Relations and until recently served as an Associate Pastor at UpperRoom in Dallas, TX. Reward's heart for people, for the church, and for community transformation is refreshing. Do you have a desire to see God move in your community? Reward's story will give you a more hope-filled perspective. Learn more about Reward Sibanda and his ministry at www.RewardSibanda.com and follow him on social media here Instagram FaceBook X YouTube You can also learn about UpperRoom Dallas here and about WorldVision here . With this episode focusing on the power of connection, community and family, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. I Was The New Kid 2. 3 Keys To Being a Better Family Man 3. Are Men The Problem With Everything? Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify Check out our YouTube Channel whil
S3 E28 · Wed, September 13, 2023
Skyler Farley: Bridging the Gap
Skyler Farley serves with a Campus Ministry called Ignite Movement that serves college students on University Campuses around America. Skyler and his wife Courtney serve the campus of Charlotte University through Ignite and are a tremendous blessing to know and spend time with! You will be encouraged and challenged by today's chat where he and Nathan talk about bridging the generation gap and answering the call of God. Have you ever wanted to build deeper relationships with those younger and older than you? Have you desired to make in impact on the next generation? Skyler's story will give you a more hope-filled perspective. Learn more about Skyler Farley and Ignite Movement at www.IgniteMvmt.com and follow him on social media here Instagram FaceBook . Support he and his family monthly by giving here ! Fun Fact: The guitar story post is here! With this episode focusing on connecting the generations, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. I Need More Grey Hair In My Life 2. Nobody Knows What They Are Doing 3. Birthing Babies and Birthing Adults Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of <a href='https://o
S3 E27 · Wed, September 06, 2023
Derrick Hawkins: Discovering a Promised City in Prayer
Derrick Hawkins has been gifted by God to be a leader, a pastor, and a prayer warrior. In today's episode he shares with Nathan about his journey in prayer and how God has used his life story to shape him for the next exciting season of his life as he and his wife prepare to plant Promise City Church. Derrick has been a dear friend over the last decade to Nathan and his family and this conversation highlights some of the impacts Derrick has had on his life. Have you ever wanted to operate with greater intentionally in your family and with your prayer life? Have you desired to grow in your relationship with Jesus through prayer? Derrick's story will give you a more hope-filled perspective. Learn more about Derrick Hawkins and his ministry at https://promisecity.church and follow him on social media here Instagram FaceBook X With this episode focusing on growing in intentionality and in prayer, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. God Answers Prayer By Sending A Person 2. My Smartphone Ate My Prayer Life 3. What Am I Supposed To Do With My Life Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify Check out our YouTube Channel while you're at
S3 E26 · Wed, August 30, 2023
Nikita Koloff: Wrestling With What's Next
Nikita Koloff may be the Russian Nightmare from the professional wrestling world but he says he become the "devil's nightmare" after giving his life to Jesus in October of 1993. After winning world championships and being inducted into the hall of fame, Nikita began to set his sights on life after wrestling which had its twists and turns and ultimately landed him in his "sweet spot" of helping men draw close to God through his various ministries. Have you ever had a door close and not know what was next? Have you ever wrestled with what is next? Nikita's story will give you a more hope-filled perspective. Nathan and Nikita got to know each other nearly 20 years ago through their mutual connection with Pastor Jay Stewart who has also been on the show. ( Find his episode here ). Know someone who is struggling to figure out their next season of life? This episode would be a great encouragement to them so be sure to share it via your favorite platform today. Learn more about Nikita Koloff and his ministry at www.Koloff.net and follow him on social media here Instagram FaceBook X With this episode focusing on not knowing what's next, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Some Miracles Are Up To You 2. What Am I Supposed To Do With My Life? 3. Remember, You Have More Than One Goal Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on <a href='https://music.apple.com/u
S2 E25 · Wed, December 21, 2022
Episode 25 Celebration! *BONUS EPISODE*
We actually made it to 25 episodes! Who would've ever thought I'd be that consistent and you'd stick around that long?! In all seriousness, this is a special episode where I, Nathan, just share a bit of the journey of getting the show started, sharing about some of the special moments over the first two seasons AND share the amazing story of the miracle God did in my son in December of 2020. Stick around to the end to heart that! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. See the TBN special series on Big Daddy Weave by clicking here Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify Check out our YouTube Channel while you're at it!
S2 E24 · Wed, October 19, 2022
Nathan & Tamsey - Remembering God's Faithfulness in Hard Times
We are finishing season 2 with a conversation between Nathan and his wife Tamsey where they share some of their story of how they keep their focus on God's goodness in the midst of the challenge. In this episode they share a bit of how they ended up in North Carolina and how God sustained them when each of them lost a parent. You can find Nathan & Tamsey on their Facebook pages here. Nathan & Tamsey and Nathan's Artist Page and Tamsey's Fitness Page . With this episode focusing on remembering God's goodness, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. To Remember Is To Reconnect 2. No Breakthrough Without A Breaking 3. Do You Care Enough To Ask A Question Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. On this Episode: Guest: Nathan & Tamsey Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify Check out our YouTub
S2 E23 · Wed, October 12, 2022
Jean Gadotti - Trying While Trusting God's Peace
Pastor Jean Gadotti and Nathan have been friends for over 25 years. What started out as an unlikely friendship centered around playing guitar turned into a partnership where they both help Pastor the same church, The Refuge, on two different continents! Jean shares his story of coming to America as a teenager and later returning to his native Brazil where God revealed His plans to have he and his wife start a new church in a city they had never even visited before! This episode would be a great encouragement to those trying to determine what God's direction for their life is so be sure to share it via your favorite platform today. You can find Pastor Jean and O Refugio, the Refuge Church in São Bento Do Sul Brazil on their Facebook pages here. Jean Gadotti and The Refuge Brazil . With this episode focusing on following God's peace, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Caring Without Surrendering Your Peace 2. You Worship What You Fear 3. He's On Every Page Of Your Story Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. On this Episode: Guest: Jean Gadotti Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on <a href='https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/nathan-wesley-smith-the-best-of-what-ive-got/pl.u-
S2 E22 · Wed, October 05, 2022
Jay Stewart - Staying the Course and Stewarding the Gift
Pastor Jay Stewart has been in full-time ministry for nearly 40 years. For the last 20 of those years he has been Nathan's Pastor. In this episode they share some of their stories and talk about what a life of consistency looks like in a world that is constantly on the move. Jay gives some insight into how to navigate being misunderstood, and shares how you can pray for your pastor. Know someone who is trying to stay the course? This episode would be a great encouragement to them so be sure to share it via your favorite platform today. You can find Pastor Jay's book "Welded" by clicking the link right here! Get the Book. ( As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases ) With this episode focusing on how to stay the course, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Am I A Failure For Being Faithful 2. The Illusion of New and Exciting 3. To Lead is to Be Misunderstood Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. On this Episode: Guest: Jay Stewart Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify C
S2 E21 · Wed, September 28, 2022
Temitope - Setting Tables and Horizontal Worship
Becoming comfortable in your own skin is more than a self-esteem issue, it's a relationship with God issue. We are all created in God's Image and are beautifully and wonderfully made. While we may not all be living in that reality and reflecting His glory, the truth remains. When we do accept and delight in the fact that God made us with great intention, we not only find security in Him but have a firm footing from which to help others see their value! Nathan's friend, Worship Leader, Musical Artist and Songwriter, Temitope, jumps on the podcast this week and they talk about the power of community, finding peace in God's design, and now we can be an encouragement to others as we rest in who God made us to be. Know someone who is struggling to find rest in their own soul? This episode would be a great encouragement to them so be sure to share it via your favorite platform today. You can find out more about Temitope and his music and ministry at www.IamTemitope.com With this episode focusing on identity and community, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. How Honoring Others Blesses You 2. Nobody Knows What They Are Doing 3. God Answers Prayer By Sending A Person Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. On this Episode: Guest: Temitope Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by <a h
S2 E20 · Wed, September 21, 2022
Wren Aaron - Becoming Who You Could Be
Wren was ministering to so many people through public education and coaching high school students that God eventually had him become a pastor at one of the largest churches in America. Wren and Nathan have been friends for over 20 years and in this episode they share some of their story as friends and the power of becoming who you could be if you just don't quit. Know someone who thinks their best days are behind them? This episode would be a great encouragement to them so be sure to share it via your favorite platform today. You can find our more about Church of the Highlands Auburn West Campus by clicking the link right here! https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/campuses/auburn-west Plus you can find him and The Table in Auburn through these links: Facebook Instagram The Table With this episode focusing on becoming who you could be, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Life is a Package Deal 2. He's On Every Page of Your Story 3. You Must Be Present To Win Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. On this Episode: Guest: Wren Aaron Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by <a hre
S2 E19 · Wed, September 14, 2022
Benite Juene - Always Look To Add Value
Haiti is the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere with 80% unemployment and the average person making only $700 a year. But my friend Benite Juene who was born and raised there refuses to let that be what defines the people who live there. He is always looking for ways to add value. In this episode Nathan has Benite share his story of how he is aiming to help the people of Haiti find hope in Jesus and prosper through faith in God, Education and hard work. Know someone who is struggling by being defined by the circumstances around them? This episode would be a great encouragement to them so be sure to share it via your favorite platform today. You can find AND SUPPORT Benite's Ministry RISE HAITI by clicking the link right here! www.RiseHaiti.org With this episode focusing on adding value where you are here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Are You Thankful For The Struggle? 2. Fall In Love With What You Have 3. The Transformational Truth Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. On this Episode: Guest: Benite Juene Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of <a h
S2 E18 · Wed, September 07, 2022
Ken Pounders - Telling Your Story
Ken Pounders has overcome debilitating addiction and he and his wife Sonya help others do the same! Now, Ken not only leads a recovery ministry for men battling addiction but has served as a missionary and disciple maker around the world for decades. In this episode Nathan invites Ken to share some of his story, and offer hope and encouragement for those who don't recognize the power of their own story. Additionally, Ken offer some hope for those battling addiction. Know someone who is battling addiction or has a friend or family member in the fight? This episode would be a great encouragement to them so be sure to share it via your favorite platform today. You can find Ken's Ministry by clicking the link right here! www.omainc.org AND you can find Ken's podcast Conquer Addiction by clicking right here. With this episode focusing on the power of your story, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Three Ways To Better Tell YOUR Story 2. He's On Every Page of Your Story 3. Do You Care Enough To Ask a Question Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. On this Episode: Guest: Ken Pounders Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the li
S2 E17 · Wed, August 31, 2022
Dr. Joy Greene - Preparing for the Miracle
Dr. Joy Greene is our guest this week and she is bringing a bit of her Joytime ministry to The Best View In Town. Dr Joy is on over 2000 radio stations world-wide spreading encouragement and you will get a taste of that in our conversation today. All of us are believing for something. Perhaps God is getting us ready for our breakthrough in ways we never expected? Joy shares some of her story and how God launched her after a season of preparation she didn't even realize she was in! Nathan and Joy connected over the past several years through their mutual friend, Mike Weaver of the band Big Daddy Weave. Mike was on Nathan's podcast last season and you can find that episode by clicking this link . Know someone who is struggling to find hope in their current situation? This episode would be a great encouragement to them so be sure to share it via your favorite platform today. You can find Joy's new book Joytime: 31 Devotionals for Women by clicking the link right here! Get the Book. ( As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases ) With this episode focusing on preparing for the miracle, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Some Miracles Are Up To You 2. Broken Dreams 3. In Your Heart and Out of Reach Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. On this Episode: Guest: Dr. Joy Greene Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at <a href='https://nathanwesleysmith
S2 E16 · Wed, August 24, 2022
Marcello Aquino - Seeing the Beauty in People
Marcello Aquino is very gifted photographer, designer, architect and musician from Recife, Brazil. He and Nathan have been friends for over 20 years and have done numerous projects and trips together around the world. They met in the most unlikely of ways and have been on a unique journey ever since. In this episode Marcello shares a bit of his story and how God called him into photography to tell other people's stories and help them see just how valuable they are. Know someone who is struggling to see their value and the true beauty God placed with them? This episode would be a great encouragement to them so be sure to share it via your favorite platform today. You can find Marcello's work by clicking the link right here! www.MarcelloAquino.com With this episode focusing on seeing the unique beauty and value in people, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Recalibrating Your Vision 2. I Was the New Kid 3. Why I Still Handwrite Letters Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. On this Episode: Guest: Marcello Aquino Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of <a href='https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1VKJAp9gCLYXmjIEqujJJA?si=c491f7e
S2 E15 · Wed, August 17, 2022
Jason & Tori - Fighting For Your Marriage
Jason & Tori Benham have been pouring into couples for years but have recently released a book and podcast called Beauty in Battle to go along with their marriage coaching and training. Today Nathan sits with Jason & Tori to talk about how they met, what life has been like for them through 22 years of marriage, and how couples can learn how to fight shoulder to shoulder instead of face-to-face. Know someone who is struggling to find ways to move forward in their relationship? This episode would be a great encouragement to them so be sure to share it via your favorite platform today. You can find Jason & Tori's book by clicking the link right here! Get the Book. ( As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases ) Want to hear Nathan and Tamsey on Jason and Tori's Beauty in Battle Podacast? Listen to our episode by clicking here. With this episode focusing on how to thrive in marriage, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Relationships Are Worth Restoring 2. Relationships Aren't Efficient 3. Life Is A Package Deal Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. On this Episode: Guest: Jason & Tori Benham Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or
S2 E14 · Wed, August 10, 2022
Andreas Kisslinger - Kingdom Business
Andreas and Nathan met as result of a prophetic word and a random email. Andreas Kisslinger is from Vienna, Austria and is the founder and CEO of Lightcast , a multimedia company specializing in Video Hosting and Content Delivery Network solutions. For years Andreas served in full-time ministry in the church before launching out into the marketplace where he has built a global company that is serving its clients and building the Kingdom of God world-wide. You will be encouraged by the stories Andreas shares with Nathan of purpose, identity and using our gifts to expand the Kingdom of God through business. Do you know someone who is struggling to pursue their calling in the marketplace? This episode would be a great encouragement to them so be sure to share it via your favorite platform today. With this episode focusing on how kingdom business , here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Is Success Killing You? 2. Luck Is Actually Pronounced Hard Work 3. How Much Blessing Can You Handle? Just joining us for the first time? You can always go back and catch all our episodes from Season 1. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. On this Episode: Guest: Andreas Kisslinger Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on <a href='https://music.apple.com/us/
S2 E13 · Wed, August 03, 2022
Josh Baldwin - Guided By Gratitude
Josh Baldwin, Bethel Music artist and author of such songs as Praises, You Deserve It All, Stand In Your Love, Evidence and so many others joins, Nathan to kick off season two of the podcast! In this episode Josh shares about his journey from a small town in North Carolina, to Bethel in Redding, California and now middle Tennessee. Josh's simple, genuine faith is obvious in his music and throughout this conversation where he shares how God helps him stay grounded and guided by gratitude. You will be encouraged by the stories Josh shares with Nathan of hope and help when things were not clear in his journey. Do you know someone who is struggling to hold to hope? This episode would be a great encouragement to them so be sure to share it via your favorite platform today. You can find Josh's music anywhere you enjoy listening or can find it at www.JoshBaldwin.com and www.BethelMusic.com . With this episode focusing on how gratitude helps guide us, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Are You Driven By Gratitude? 2. Fall in Love With What You Have 3. Are You Thankful For The Struggle? Just joining us for the first time? You can always go back and catch all our episodes from Season 1. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. On this Episode: Guest: Josh Baldwin Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by c
Trailer · Tue, July 26, 2022
Announcing Season Two! (Finally)
It's not what you see, it's how you see and who you see in the midst of your circumstances. You can have the best view in town from right where you are whether you are on the mountain top or in the valley. It's all about perspective! Season two launches August 3rd 2022 one year to the day (almost) since we launched our inaugural season. You'll meet a new friend of mine every Wednesday and hear parts of their story and some of my insights that will encourage you and challenge you to have a more hope-filled perspective in your life, faith, family and business. My buddy Justin Porter co-hosts the show with me and offers some thoughts each week. It sure is a lot of fun. Thanks for being excited with me! Share this with a friend so they can join us and we can enjoy the view together! #TheBestViewInTown Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify Check out our YouTube Channel while you're at it!
S1 E12 · Wed, October 20, 2021
Tamsey Smith - The Value and Power of Daily Faithfulness
For the last episode of season one we get the joy of having Nathan's wife, Tamsey Smith on the podcast. Nathan and Tamsey have been married for over 21 years and in this episode Tamsey not only shares their story but a bit of how God has taught her the value of daily faithfulness and the strength of consistency. Not only is Tamsey a faithful friend, wife, and mother, she is a gifted athlete, fitness trainer and marathon runner. Tamsey shares a bit about how God has helped her grow in consistency and Nathan shares how Tamsey's steadiness has been a gift to he and their children. In this episode you'll get to know the Smith's a bit better and will be encouraged and challenged to let every day count and every step of faithfulness matter. You can find Tamsey on FaceBook and on Instagram as well. Want to see some of her fitness videos? Check out her YouTube Channel . With this episode focusing on faithfulness and relationship, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Are You Willing To Receive 2. Am I A Failure For Being Faithful 3. Dead and Buried or Planted and Growing? As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. On this Episode: Guest: Tamsey Smith Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at T
S1 E11 · Wed, October 13, 2021
Andrew & Dar - Compelled By Love To Be Brave
In the midst of a global pandemic and with the possibility of a foreign invasion our friends Andrew and Dar Draper were compelled by love to move to Ukraine and serve orphans who had won their hearts. When others were trying to find ways to stay safe, they prayed dangerous prayers and made difficult decisions. In this episode, Nathan sits down with his long-time friends and talks about the brave decisions they have made, the motivation behind such choices and how God wants to help each of us say "yes" and be brave when He tugs on our hearts. You'll also get to learn more about their ministry the GLOW Mission and how you can be a part of it. You can find Andrew and Dar on FaceBook at The GLOW Mission and on Instagram as well. You can also learn more about them and support their ministry on their website www.GlowMission.org With this episode focusing on how we are to be compelled by love here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. In Your Heart and Out of Reach 2. Fall in Love With What You Have 3. He Loved His Bride With His Last Breath As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. On this Episode: Guest: Andrew & Dar Draper Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to
S1 E10 · Wed, October 06, 2021
My Dad: Charles Smith - A Father/Son Conversation
What does it mean to be called by God? How can we partner with God in our spiritual formation? Not only are these fascinating topics to explore but, on this episode, Nathan gets to unpack these thoughts and more with his father, Rev. Dr. Charles Smith. In this episode we get a ‘peek behind the curtain’ of Nathan’s life and upbringing as we get to listen in on a Father and Son talk about life, faith, and family. Nathan has constantly talked about the impact his parents had and have on his life and faith. Today we get to hear a bit of that for ourselves. With this episode focusing on family, calling and formation, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Three Keys To Being A Better Family Man 2. My Heart Is Full 3. Those Who Dug The Well As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. On this Episode: Guest: Charles Smith Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify Check out our YouTube Channel while you're at it!
S1 E9 · Wed, September 29, 2021
Mike Weaver of Big Daddy Weave - God Can Redeem Your Story
Mike and Nathan have been best friends for nearly 25 years. Before Mike was the leader of the band Big Daddy Weave, Mike and Nathan were roommates in school, leading worship at their churches and just trying to figure out what God had for their lives. Nathan went on to plant churches and Mike went the artist route. Both have been making a difference in seeing God's Kingdom expand ever since. While Mike and Big Daddy Weave have touched countless lives with their songs like Redeemed, All Things New, Audience of One, Overwhelmed, Alive, and so many more, Mike has navigated his own struggles with his image and self-worth. In this episode, Mike shares the story of how success didn't satisfy his soul but a revelation from God changed his life. You will be so encouraged and challenged by Mike and Nathan's friendship, Mike's story of redemption, and how God wants to redeem your story! You can find Mike and Big Daddy Weave's music anywhere you listen to music or at their website www.BigDaddyWeave.com and you can find Mike's book "I Am Redeemed" here. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases If you'd like to hear Nathan on Mike's Podcast "In Pursuit", the link to the show is here. With this episode focusing on how God can redeem our story, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. What You Focus On Draws You In 2. To Remember Is To Reconnect 3. How Could God Let This Happen? As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. On this Episode: Guest: Mike Weaver Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the lat
S1 E8 · Wed, September 22, 2021
Roland & Angela - Life in the War Room: Going From Loss to Legacy
Maybe you are familiar with the movie War Room that came out in 2015? It was a film on prayer by the Kendrick Brothers (Fireproof, Courageous, Facing the Giants) that reached #1 in its second week. My friends Roland and Angela Mitchell had no idea how much the film would impact their lives until the Kendrick Brothers came to their house and asked if they could use it as the location of their movie! What could seem to be a superficial, exciting opportunity actually held very deep, personal meaning to the Mitchell family. In this episode, Roland and Angela share about the devastating loss of their teenage son, Coleman, and how the movie and its message played a role in bringing redemption to both Coleman's story and their own. They share how God has helped them go from loss to legacy as they allowed Him to continue to write His story. You will be impacted by their journey from pain to promise and from loss to legacy. Not only did God use the movie War Room but He partnered them with a ministry in Uganda that their son Coleman had intended to work with in the years to come. They now serve in leadership with that ministry as they steward Coleman's legacy and their own passion for the children of Uganda through a home they have built there to serve those in need. You can learn more about Watoto here . With this episode focusing on navigating grief and going from loss to legacy, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Good Grief - The Pain That Heals All Others 2. God Broke My Heart 3. The Wound Is Where The Light Gets In As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. On this Episode: Guest: Roland & Angela Mitchell Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking
S1 E7 · Wed, September 15, 2021
Bishop Tony Hall - Finding the Beauty in Brokenness
People are messy and life is hard. While we all wish we could live on a private island with a few of our closest friends and laugh all day, the real world requires us to navigate challenges. Our guest today has learned to navigate those challenges and help others do the same. On today's episode we learn how to find the beauty in brokenness as Bishop Tony Hall shares his own personal story of redemption and how God has used he and his wife to bring hope and healing to broken people and communities around the US and the world. From the pain of poverty, to the shame of molestation and abuse, Bishop shares how God can make all things new in our lives as we fix our eyes on Jesus and learn how to share our stories in order to bring hope and healing to others. You can find Bishop Tony Hall's books and ministry on his website http://asktonyhall.com You can connect with him on FaceBook as well. With this episode focusing on finding beauty in brokenness, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. He's On Every Page Of Your Story 2. When Faith and Failure Mix 3. Nobody Knows What They Are Doing As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. On this Episode: Guest: Bishop Tony Hall Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on <a href='
S1 E6 · Wed, September 08, 2021
TJ and Ben - Having a Friend in the Fight
TJ Foltz and Ben Thankachan are HumanKind. Together they have helped develop an organization that is pushing back against the clean drinking water crisis that is affecting nearly 1 Billion people in the world today. Every bottle of HumanKind water that is sold results in 100% of the profits supporting clean drinking water initiatives around the world. On this episode, TJ and Ben share their story with Nathan about how HumanKind came into existence, the impact it is having, and how having a friend in the fight makes all the difference in the world. TJ shares how one word from God changed the trajectory of his life and has lead to changing other lives around the world by providing clean drinking water in developing nations and in homeless communities around the US. You can connect with HumanKind by visiting their website BeHumanKind.com and you can find TJ and Ben on Facebook. You can also learn about donating to their work at HumanKindWaterDrop.com As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. With this episode focusing on the power of synergy through friendship, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. God Answers Prayer By Sending A Person 2. Relationships Are Worth Restoring 3. Relationships Aren't Effecient On this Episode: Guests: TJ Foltz and Ben Thankachan of HumanKind Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a min
S1 E5 · Wed, September 01, 2021
Sam Bethea - Brighten The Corner Where You Are
For the past seven years, Sam Bethea has been a fixture on the streets of Uptown Charlotte in North Carolina sharing his simple message with his booming voice, "Jesus Saves." Sam is so connected to this statement that he is often referred to as either "The Jesus Saves Guy" or Sam "Jesus Saves" Bethea. However, when rioters and protestors took to the streets of Charlotte recently, Sam was met with intense opposition as he shared his message of love and hope. In this episode, Sam shares the story of his calling to the streets of Charlotte after having been rescued from those same streets. He also talks with Nathan about the details of the night he stood in the middle of the protests to proclaim his simple message. It is touching and inspiriting. Sam's challenge to us all is to brighten the corner where you are. Sam definitely has the best view in town. You can connect with Sam on Facebook by clicking this link. An encouraging word from you would mean so much. However, you can also help support Sam and his work of sharing God's love on the streets by making a donation through Project 658 . Select 'Staff Support' on the first page and enter the amount of your donation then on the second page select Sam Bethea from the drop down menu. With this episode focusing on making a difference where you are, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. What Kind Of Culture Are You Creating? 2. You Must Be Present To Win 3. Handing Out Hundred Dollar Bills As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. On this Episode: Guest: Sam Bethea Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the la
S1 E4 · Wed, August 25, 2021
Robert & Sandrina - Step Out of the Boat
It's never too late to start and you are only done when you quit! Our friends Robert and Sandrina Jurjevich have been serving in Sarajevo, Bosnia in southeastern Europe and are making an incredible impact in a season where many people start looking to slow down they are ramping up! They share their story of saying 'yes' to God and some of the miracles that have taken place along the way. Nathan met Robert, Sandrina and their family when he was 19 years old they have journeyed together through the years. In this episode you'll hear some of their story and listen to the challenge to know your purpose, spend your days in meaningful ways, and live a purposeful life. You can connect with Robert and Sandrina on Facebook. Their profiles are linked to their names here so click and get connected. Also, if you'd like to support their ministry and help them as they love and serve the people of Sarajevo you can give by clicking here and selecting their names in the drop down menu. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. With this episode focusing on stepping out of the boat and saying 'yes', here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. Buried On a Hill In Bosnia 2. The Power of Saying Yes 3. Is Success Killing You? On this Episode: Guest: Robert & Sandrina Jurjevich Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at <a href='https://nathanwesleysmith.com/podcas
S1 E3 · Wed, August 18, 2021
Ben Virgo - Chronological Snobbery & Hope Through History
The city of London has been incredibly influential in the shaping of the world. Our friend Ben Virgo lives in and loves the city of London where he runs a ministry called Christian Heritage London . Through their work they highlight the influential Christian leaders that God has used through the ages both in and through the city of London. One of the ways Ben brings people into contact with great figures of the past is by taking guests on walks through the city, highlighting the locations of their lives and ministries. It was on one of these walks where Nathan met Ben. In this episode, Ben challenges us to consider those that have gone before us, to glean from their example, and consider how we can invite Jesus into our own circumstances and cities that we might see transformation take place. You can connect with Ben on FaceBook , Twitter and Instagram through his ministry and on their website at Christian Heritage London . Additionally, Ben hosts a podcast you can find by following this link . As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. With this episode focusing on reaching back to our history to help us move forward, here are a few articles from Nathan's blog #TheBestViewInTown that may be of interest to you. 1. To Remember is to Reconnect 2. He's On Every Page Of Your Story 3. Those Who Dug The Well On this Episode: Guest: Ben Virgo Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you nev
S1 E2 · Wed, August 11, 2021
Scott Volk - The Life-Giving Power of Hospitality
Scott Volk is not only a dear friend but leads an awesome ministry called Together For Israel which raises money to bless both Jewish and Arab believers in Jesus living in the land of Israel. Scott being a full-blooded Jew and his wife Beth being a full-blooded Arab, they embody what unity in Jesus really means. On this episode Scott shares with Nathan his journey to understanding the power of hospitality and how God uses it to impart life. Our culture has increasingly become self-focused and Scott reminds us of how important it is for us to demonstrate the love of God to others by showing hospitality. You can connect with Scott on Instagram on FaceBook and Twitter . You can also learn more about his ministry Together For Israel . As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Since this episode is all about demonstrating love to others, check out these articles Nathan wrote on his blog #TheBestViewInTown 1. Handing Out Hundred Dollar Bills 2. God Answers Prayer By Sending A Person 3. Relationships Aren't Efficient On this Episode: Guest: Scott Volk Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on <a href='https://music.
S1 E1 · Wed, August 04, 2021
Chad Lail / Jaxson Ryker - Realizing a Dream
Chad Lail is WWE Superstar Jaxson Ryker but he wasn't always a professional wrestler on TV. At one point he was a boy with a dream living in Hickory, North Carolina. While serving in the military he began wrestling in front of small crowds. After years of work, lots of disappointment, and several challenges Chad made it to the WWE and realized a childhood dream earlier this year of being in WrestleMania. After having an encounter with Jesus, Chad has realized God has given him the platform he now has to encourage others to put their hope in Jesus, to pursue their dreams, and to let God lead. In this episode Nathan and Chad talk about what's new in his career, how he came to faith, and offers encouragement to people who are in varying stages of pursuing their dreams. You can connect with Chad on Instagram on FaceBook and Twitter . Chad posts video devotionals often on his YouTube channel . As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Since this episode is all about realizing dreams, check out these articles Nathan wrote on his blog #TheBestViewInTown 1. In Your Heart & Out of Reach 2. Is It Selfish To Pursue My Dreams? 3. Wildflowers, Broken Dreams & Miracle Chairs On this Episode: Guest: Chad Lail/Jaxson Ryker Host: Producer: Nathan Wesley Smith Cohost: Justin Porter Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com<
Trailer · Tue, July 20, 2021
Announcing The Best View in Town PODCAST with Nathan Wesley Smith & Friends!
It's not what you see, it's how you see and who you see in the midst of your circumstances. You can have the best view in town from right where you are whether you are on the mountain top or in the valley. It's all about perspective. I'm thrilled to announces this new podcast launching August 4th 2021. Over this inaugural 12-week season you'll meet a new friend of mine every Wednesday and hear parts of their story that will encourage you and challenge you to have a more hope-filled perspective in your life, faith, family and business. We laugh a lot, cry a bit, and try to extract life-lessons that encourage us in our journey along the way. My buddy Justin Porter co-hosts the show with me and offers some thoughts each week. It sure is a lot of fun. Thanks for being excited with me! Share this with a friend so they can join us and we can enjoy the view together! #TheBestViewInTown Connect with us: Twitter Instagram FaceBook Support the show We are on PATREON! Support the show by clicking here and get BONUS content! Join the Email Mailing list and have every new blog post and podcast sent to you directly by clicking here! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take a minute to rate the show on your favorite platform to help us get the show out to more people in more places. As always you can find us at TheBestViewInTown.com or send us an email by clicking the link here. Click the links to find Nathan's Music on Apple Music of Spotify Check out our YouTube Channel while you're at it!
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