What Really Happened Behind Closed Doors...

What Really Happened Behind Closed Doors... This is a reupload because we forgot to add in an extra part of the interview. Apologies! Wonder Project Trial Here: https://watch.thewonderproject.com/Ruslan 🎁: Get a Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/kingsdream 🆓: Get my a FREE 60 Day Devotional Here: https://blessgod.co/pages/occupy-free 🙏: Check Out the Bless God Shop: http://blessgod.shop 👉 Free Discover Your Calling worksheet: https://blessgod.co/pages/calling 🆓: Free 5 Day Godly Ambition Devo on the Bible app: https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/60795-godly-ambition-maximize-your-gifts-for-christ 📖: My Go-To Bible Software (Logos 60 Day Free Trial): http://logos.com/ruslan 🆓: Free PDF of the Bless God Prayer Journal: http://blessgodpdf.shop 👀: https://blessgod.co/pages/faq 🔓: FREE Freedom Habits (Course w/My Therapist): http://www.mastermyhabits.com 0:00 - Intro 5:01 - Processing public criticism and owning past mistakes 10:01 - The shift from pulpit to platform in Christian influence 15:01 - Influence, calling, and church vs. digital ministry 20:01 - The slow unraveling: small decisions and hidden struggles 25:01 - Addiction, honesty, and the power of community 30:01 - Lust, identity, and deeper conversations in the church 35:01 - Being in culture but not of it: Hillsong’s approach 40:01 - Preaching style, clarity, and explaining Christian language 45:01 - Cultural confusion and clarifying theology in the church 50:01 - Addressing abortion publicly and the tension of clarity 55:01 - Political shifts, BLM, and navigating ideological changes 1:00:01 - Complexity of activism and getting pulled by extremes 1:05:01 - Pastoral pressure vs. public commentary platforms 1:10:00 - Clarifying discernment vs. gossip in Christian media 1:15:04 - Ruslan’s shift from commentary to conversations 1:20:00 - Reflections on thumbnails, clickbait, and platform responsibility 1:25:00 - Reaching out to Transformation Church and Mike Todd 1:30:00 - Mega churches, criticism, and the complexity of church size 1:35:00 - Losing close friendships and processing heartbreak 1:40:00 - Making amends and living a life of repentance 1:45:00 - Pastoral qualification, disqualification, and accountability 1:50:00 - Critiquing assumptions about mega churches and small church superiority 1:55:00 - Revival, discipleship, and church size nuance 2:00:00 - Different roles and preferences in the body of Christ 2:05:00 - Missional use of basketball and NYC ministry strategy 2:10:00 - Evangelism, presence, and the power of listening 2:15:00 - What God is doing through media and new Christian voices 2:20:00 - Final thoughts on redemption, unity, and moving forward Fair Use Disclaimer: This video may contain copyrighted material the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. All clips used are protected by the Fair Use Doctrine within Title 17 of the United States Code. This doctrine safeguards the use of copyrighted material for transformative purposes, such as commentary, criticism, review and news reporting. Under Title 17 U.S.C. § 512(f), any person who makes a false, bad faith, or misleading copyright claim or uses a copyright takedown to infringe on free speech, criticism, or commentary can be held liable for damages to the content creator. Hosseinzadeh v. Klein, 276 F.Supp.3d 34 (S.D.N.Y. 2017); Equals Three, LLC v. Jukin Media, Inc., 139 F. Supp. 3d 1094 (C.D. Cal. 2015). Bio: Ruslan KD is a Christian YouTuber of Armenian descent who was a refugee from Baku, Azerbaijan, before moving to the United States as a child. He started his YouTube channel in the mid-2010s, which has since grown into a popular platform for discussing faith, lifestyle, and music. Known for his insightful commentary on Christian living, culture, and personal development, Ruslan has built a community of followers who value his thoughtful approach to contemporary issues. In addition to his YouTube presence, Ruslan is a speaker, author, and advocate for godly ambition, often addressing topics related to leadership, mental health, and the integration of faith in everyday life. Our mission is to encourage, empower, and inspire people to live a life that Blesses God, in accordance with His word. As the Psalmist proclaims, "Bless God in the great congregation, the Lord, O you who are of Israel's fountain" (Psalm 68:26 ESV), and "Every day will I bless Thee; and I will praise Thy name forever and ever" (Psalm 145:2 KJV). Just as Simeon, after encountering Jesus, "took him up in his arms and blessed God" (Luke 2:28 ESV), we seek to lead others in a life of stewardship, relevant engagement, and practical living that honors and blesses the Lord.