Join us for Dallas Metro Podcast #81, featuring special guest Kelly James, hosted by Pastor Clay Wallace. Kelly James, a dedicated pastor and family man, has been married for 31 years and is a proud father to two grown daughters and a grandfather, affectionately known as "G-pop." With deep roots in ministry, Kelly's journey began at Pathway of Life Church in 1993, where he started as a musician and later served as worship leader before becoming lead pastor in 2021. His connection to the church runs deep, having met his wife through their pastor and sharing a legacy tied to the historic Gospel Lighthouse church through his wife's family, including her uncle, Mike Morrie.

In this episode, Kelly shares his inspiring story of faithfulness and perseverance in ministry, reflecting on his 32-year tenure at Pathway of Life Church. From organizing cassette tapes in his early days to leading the church through the challenges of COVID and a major building project, Kelly emphasizes the importance of saying "yes" to God's call, even in small tasks. He discusses how the church adapted to online services during the pandemic, thrived through creativity, and continues to reach people both in-person and virtually. Kelly also highlights the church's transition to a new facility in Sunnyvale, Dallas, underscoring the mindset that buildings are tools for ministry, not monuments, and how his congregation has embraced this vision despite the challenges of change.

Pastor Clay and Kelly dive into the value of long-term commitment to a church community, drawing parallels to the film Mr. Holland's Opus, where staying in one place allows for meaningful investment in people's lives. Kelly offers wisdom for those feeling unfulfilled in their calling, advising them to "fast the frustration away" and seek God's direction while remaining faithful to their current assignment. The conversation also touches on Dallas Metro's ongoing efforts to build a new facility to reach the next generation, with Kelly encouraging listeners to partner with the ministry to make a lasting impact. Tune in for an uplifting discussion on faithfulness, community, and trusting God through every season. Be sure to like and subscribe so you never miss a Dallas Metro Podcast episode! Visit dallasmetro.org to learn more and support the mission.