058 - Love Can Change Someone with Juan Flores

In this episode, Jonathon Flores shares his transformative journey from Los Angeles to Bakersfield, where he rekindled his relationship with God and founded Outdoor Adventures +. This initiative aims to connect the BIPOC community with nature through hiking and outdoor activities, fostering inclusivity and spiritual growth. Jonathon discusses the importance of creating safe spaces for underrepresented groups in the outdoors, the beauty of California's diverse landscapes, and how nature enhances one's spiritual connection. He emphasizes the significance of building relationships and being a living testament of faith in everyday life. In this conversation, McKenzie Smith and Jonathon Flores explore the significance of intentionality in faith, the challenges of navigating personal valleys, and the transformative power of love and vulnerability. They discuss the importance of owning mistakes, the impact of community, and how experiences shape one's relationship with God. Connect with him on Instagram:@__juanflowers__ @_outadvplus_ @__uynproject__YouTube: https://youtube.com/@outdooradventures3214?si=PuMEnt1hI5awYAMESong of Ascent on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/78bUGqKRoXN8kJY1AeWhztSupport the showFollow this podcast and it's host on Instagram to stay up to date on the latest episodes @My Valley, His Victory  @messagesfromthemountainWould also love for you to subscribe on YouTube My Valley, His Victory    or MessagesFromTheMountainUse code kenzie20 for 20% off your registration for HIGHLANDER Big Bear https://bit.ly/join_kenzie DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the provided links I may receive a small commission. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/aylex/wandererLicense code: 3E2WIQTKULU64TC4