In this episode of So, What’s the Point?, Justin sits down with a twenty-year-old who shares how loss at a young age has shaped him into the person he’s becoming today. After losing his father at just eight years old, his story unfolds through faith, growth, and a willingness to say “yes” to God — even when it leads to unexpected places.

From the joy and enthusiasm surrounding baptism to serving two unforgettable summers at a Christian summer camp in Alaska, he reflects on how stepping outside his comfort zone deepened his faith and broadened his perspective. Along the way, he unpacks why being liked isn’t the goal, how the lack of a father figure in our culture is resulting in weak young men, and why wisdom often shows up in surprising people and places.

This conversation is honest, thoughtful, and encouraging — a reminder t ...