Room for Lovely

This week's guest Stephen Kendrick shares the unlikely story behind the Kendrick Brothers' filmmaking journey—from a small church in Georgia and a $20,000 first film to stories that have reached audiences around the world. Erin and Stephen also discuss faithfulness in small beginnings, trusting God when the calling feels bigger than your ability, and learning to surrender the outcome rather than letting fear or perfection keep you from taking the first step.
Key Takeaways
Why we shouldn't despise small beginnings—and how God can grow what we're willing to faithfully begin
The difference between striving to do something for God and allowing God to work through us
How surrender, prayer, and obedience have shaped more than twenty years of filmmaking and ministry
Why we don't have to have the resources, experience, or entire plan before taking the next faithful step
About Stephen
Stephen Kendrick is a filmmaker, author, speaker, and producer best known as part of the Kendrick Brothers, the filmmaking team behind some of the most influential faith-based films of the last two decades, including Facing the Giants, Fireproof, Courageous, War Room, Overcomer, and The Forge. What began more than twenty years ago with a small church in Albany, Georgia, a $20,000 budget, and their first film, Flywheel, has grown into a worldwide ministry reaching audiences across the globe. Through each project, Stephen and his brother Alex have remained committed to creating stories rooted in biblical truth that point people toward Jesus. Stephen and his wife, Jill, have been married for 26 years and are the parents of six children. Today, he continues to write, produce, and develop faith-filled projects, including Flywheel: Ignition of the Soul, a new international adaptation of the film that started it all.
Connect with Stephen
Website:
https://kendrickbrothers.com/

Social Media:
IG: @thekendrickbrothers, @flywheelthemovie
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About Felicia 
Felicia Toler is a wife, mom, grandmother, and women’s ministry leader with a heart for sharing the hope and redemption she has experienced through Christ. After a lifelong struggle with depression and years of carrying deep pain in silence, Felicia reached her darkest point in July 2019 when she attempted to end her life. When she woke up, she knew God had spared her life for a reason. What followed was a journey of healing, restoration, and discovering purpose in the very places she once believed disqualified her. Today, Felicia openly shares her story in hopes that other women will know they are not alone, their story is not over, and God can bring redemption even from the hardest places.
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About Erin
Erin Cuccio is a writer, speaker, executive coach, and podcast host. She spends her days wrangling her three wild boys and supporting her husband in their family-owned business. Her hidden talent is bring order to any kind of chaos, navigating never ending loads of laundry, and drinking too much coffee. Her heart is most at home encouraging others through the trenches of everyday life to find the thread of lovely woven through every season.

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About Roman
Roman is an 11-year-old sixth grader who loves Jesus, basketball, adventure, and learning just about anything he can get his brain around. He’s a dreamer, a collector of random NBA facts, and a fan of vintage technology, especially old cameras. He loves creating, shooting hoops, being at church, and dreaming about what the future might hold.
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About Lindsey
Lindsey is an elementary school teacher and worship leader residing near Houston, TX with her cute, stubborn 5-year-old corgi, Jersi. She loves coffee and enjoys taking quiet moments to relax, reflect, and spend time in nature. Having walked through her own seasons of difficulty and hardship, Lindsey has developed a deep sense of compassion and understanding for others. Known for her empathy, she is passionate about helping people feel seen, valued, accepted, and loved. Her greatest desire is to point people to Christ in all she does, seeking to reflect His love through her words, actions, and the way she shows up and cares for others.
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