Beyond Comfort: Your Hero’s Journey with Director Jon Erwin
Description
What does it really mean to live the hero’s journey? Director Jon Erwin—the filmmaker behind Jesus Revolution, I Can Only Imagine, and Amazon’s new epic series House of David—joins Arroyo Grande to share how his own life mirrors the timeless story of David and Goliath. From his early days as a teenage cameraman to building one of today’s most influential faith-driven film studios, Jon opens up about purpose, creativity, and the cost of destiny.
In this wide-ranging conversation, Erwin explains how the story of King David inspired his latest project House of Davidon Amazon Prime, why the hero’s journey resonates so deeply in modern culture—from Star Wars to Lord of the Rings—and what it means to pursue a calling beyond your comfort zone. He reflects on lessons of faith, failure, and resilience, and shares how authentic storytelling can thrive in Hollywood when it connects directly with audiences.
Whether you’re chasing a dream, searching for meaning, or simply love epic storytelling, this episode will encourage you to step into your own hero’s journey.
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