In a world that often celebrates external success, Bristan’s story invites us deeper into the heart of
leadership, discipleship, and transformation. What started as a story marked by pain becomes a
compelling call to lead at full capacity.
From Pain to Calling
Bristan’s story begins in pain. Born to a teenage mother and an absent father who wanted nothing to
do with him, his early years were laced with rejection, legal battles, and emotional distance. Even
during seminary where he hoped to reconnect with his father, who lived in the same city they never
met.
This absence led to bitterness and unforgiveness. But in 2007, on a quiet Fathers Day, Bristan
heard a whisper from God: You need to forgive your father.
He did.
That act of obedience broke years of pain and opened a door to healing not just for him, but for his
father. Over time, God restored their relationship. Bristan became the bridge, the sacrifice God used
to draw his father back to Himself.
He was an inconvenience to me, Bristan recalls. But God said, Would you be the sacrifice to bring
him home?
The Call to Lead at Full Capacity
Bristan’s journey was more than personal. It birthed a leadership message: you were created to lead
at full capacity not in conformity. Drawing from Jesus’ example, Bristan teaches that true leadership
isn’t about replicating others, but about walking in fullness through the Holy Spirit.
Jesus didn’t perform a single miracle until the Holy Spirit came upon Him, he says. If you’re not full of
the Spirit, you cant lead at full capacity.
This isn’t motivational hype. Its kingdom reality. Unlike self-help messages that emphasize self-effort,
Kingdom leadership thrives on partnership with God leaning into His voice, depending on His Spirit,
and stewarding your assignment with clarity and courage.
Pain: Paralyzed or Power Source?
Dr. Je asked a crucial question: What do we do with pain? Bristan responded with authenticity: pain
can paralyze, or it can position us for purpose.
When he stopped blaming and surrendered his pain to God, that pain became power. It gave birth to
healing across generations and formed the foundation of Kingdom Reach Leadership movement
helping leaders align, accept their assignment, and walk in accomplishment.
Alignment. Assignment. Accomplishment.
At the core of Bristan’s message is a simple but profound framework:
- Alignment Clarity. Hearing God clearly and seeing what Hes doing.
- Assignment Confidence. Knowing what God is calling you to do with Him.
- Accomplishment Capacity. Finishing what God started in and through you.
You wont finish well if you don’t grow, Bristan says bluntly. But if you grow, you’ll not only finish you’ll
finish well.
From the Marketplace to Ministry
A successful business banker with a strong financial future, Bristan heard a new call from God.
Stepping away from the safety of six figures and a generous retirement plan, he said yes to Gods
unknown. His wife confirmed it with these powerful words: I feel safer with you doing Gods will than
staying in your comfort zone.
That obedience led to the founding of Kingdom Reach Leadership space where businesses,
nonprofits, and individuals find clarity, purpose, and kingdom strategy.
Disruptions and Disciples
Whether hes serving as a fractional president for an organization or guiding an entrepreneur, Bristan
challenges leaders to walk with the Holy Spirit, not just follow trends.
For those ready for spiritual warfare and strategic kingdom action, there’s even a path for strategic
disruption. But he warns: Don’t take that path unless you’re serious. We don’t send babies to war.
A Final Word: 100 Years from Now
As the conversation closed, Bristan left listeners with a soul-searching question:
Where will you be in 100 years and what will you be doing?
Your answer, he says, hinges on what you do with Jesus today, and how closely you walk with the
Holy Spirit daily.
Learn more or begin your own leadership transformation at KingdomReachLeadership.com. Take
the free Disruptor’s Quiz, explore the book Found: When All Seems Lost, or book a session to align
your vision with heavens blueprint.