
About this episode
In this episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with John, a nonprofit leader and mentor based in Columbus, Ohio. This is the second John I have interviewed. We explored the meaning behind his name—John, which translates to “God is gracious”—and reflected on how names, identity, and purpose intersect in meaningful ways.
This conversation dives into onomatology (the study of names), faith, leadership, and how understanding our names can offer fresh perspective on who we are and how we show up in the world.
Grateful for John’s thoughtful insights and for conversations that continue to challenge and inspire.
🎧 Listen now and consider: what does your name say about you?
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