Worship Leaders, Dads, Disciples: Real Talk with Mac Powell & Sean Curran

In this heartfelt episode of Rewrite, Mac Powell and Sean Curran (of Passion Music) sit down with The Light FM's Music Director, Jonathan Unthank, to reflect on their personal journeys of faith, from childhood encounters with God to the evolving challenges of fatherhood, ministry, and daily surrender. Through laughter, real talk, and wisdom forged in the fire of life, they remind us that following Jesus isn’t a one-time moment—it’s a lifelong walk of presence, purpose, and grace. 3 Takeaways That Stuck With Us 1. That First Moment with God? It Stays With You.Sean shares this beautiful story of riding his bike through the neighborhood as a kid and being totally overwhelmed by God’s presence—so much so that he just sat in someone’s yard and poured out his heart. Mac remembers climbing a tree in his front yard just to feel a little closer to heaven. Those early moments might feel small, but they were deeply personal and holy—and they still shape who they are today. 2. Jesus Wants to Walk With You—Not Just Save You.Sean said something that hit hard: “Jesus isn’t just trying to get us into heaven. He’s trying to get heaven into us.” He talks about learning to follow Jesus not just on a stage or in a church, but as a dad, a husband, a person trying to be more like Him every day. For both Sean and Mac, Jesus isn’t a distant figure—He’s a friend, a teacher, someone they’re learning from in the middle of everyday life. 3. Your Presence Speaks Louder Than Perfection.Mac and Sean get real about being dads in totally different seasons—Sean with toddlers, Mac with teens. But the heart is the same: showing up. Being present. Even when it’s messy or you don’t have the answers. Whether it’s praying during a walk, letting your kid teach you something, or just holding on through the teen years, they remind us it’s not about having it all figured out. It’s about being there, fully.