Welcome to the First Ever RISE UP CON, Where Fandom Becomes Faith.

Ever heard of ComicCon... where all of the Star Wars, Star Trek and comic book super fans pour into San Diego's convention center by the thousands for days on end every year?

Well, actor, director, and author Kevin Sorbo (Hercules '95-'99) thought having a similar atmosphere for Christian actors, writers, producers, musicians, creators, and entrepreneurs was needed.

After having Kevin on the Strong By Design podcast in 2023, our team decided it was a great opportunity to attend the first ever event and surround ourselves with men and women influencing American culture in a positive way while also standing firm in their Christian faith.

This special compilation episode highlights some of the many interactions, interviews, conversations and events that took place at the Strong By Design booth in Sevierville Convention Center, just outside of Knoxville, TN. Hosts Jared Haley and Chris Wilson were honored to participate and meet people from all over the country spreading the Gospel and the love of Christ.

If you would like to learn more about the recent event from May 30-June 1st, here is the link, RiseUpCon.com



"God is a Creator. We're created in His image. We are designed to create." -Jared Haley



Time Stamps
00:16 - Welcome to the 'Strong by Design' Podcast
01:18 - What is RiseUP Con?
2:55 - Former Disney animator Davy Liu on using our talents to glorify and serve the King of Kings
4:56 - The 'Jake Muller Adventures' with Darby and Micah: What to expect in this adrenaline fueled audio drama
5:58 - Faith on Film with actor Ben Davies
9:45 - PROVERBS 22:6 - Jared Moon speaks about breaking the cycle of generational incarceration
12:39 - Meet Lucas of 'WWE Bros' - future superstar ;)
14:25 - Inside the jungle life of the 'Wild Brothers'
16:41 - Choice42.com: Where women and babies matter with Laura Klassen
18:40 - Listen to 1232: an audio epic podcast by Callie Sioux
22:25 - Why MYFIRESIDE pits are real men essential with Adam Kovar

Resources:
RiseUpCon.com

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