Canyon Pathways Podcast

Send us Fan Mail|“Progress is not just advancement… it’s alignment.” We all want progress.But what happens when progress isn’t about moving faster… but about moving in the right direction?In this conversation, Luke sits down with J.P. Avekoe to explore what progress really looks like—not in theory, but in a life marked by challenge, success, loss, and ultimately, surrender.J.P.’s story stretches from Togo to the U.S. and back again. From survival… to success… to a deeper calling.And along the way, one thing becomes clear:Progress isn’t just movement. It’s alignment. What This Episode ExploresWhen life feels like a grind Midlife can feel repetitive, heavy, and unclear. J.P.’s story gives language to that tension—and the desire for something more.Progress beyond external success From building a business to achieving financial success, J.P. experienced forward movement… but discovered that external progress doesn’t always lead to internal peace.Alignment over achievement True progress began when J.P. stopped trying to control everything—and started reorienting his life toward God.Faith vs. trust Faith says “I believe.” Trust says “I’m stepping into it.” J.P.’s journey is the shift from one to the other.Responding to the call After multiple moments where his life was preserved and redirected, J.P. reaches a turning point—not just believing in God, but trusting Him enough to follow.About Canyon Pathways: https://www.canyonpathways.org/aboutLearn about our retreats: https://www.canyonpathways.org/retreatsThe Heart of Man Film: http://heartofmanmovie.comThe Canyon Pathways Spotify playlist: https://canyonpathwayspodcast.com/cpspotify