Purpose doesn't follow your Timeline | Ps Martin Mgiba
Tue Feb 03 2026
How Did We Get Here? is Mpoomy Ledwaba's best-selling coming-of-age story. Looking back on her upbringing, major milestones and the challenges she’s faced, Mpoomy takes us on her journey of self-discovery. Order your copy here👉:https://www.amazon.co.za/How-Did-We-G...
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In today’s episode, you’re going to hear a deeply honest and refreshing conversation about calling, timing, family, purity, purpose, and what it really looks like to walk with God over the long haul.
Joining Mpoomy is Pastor Martin, founder of Eternal Glory Church, a pastor, husband, and father whose journey reminds us that success doesn’t have to be fast to be faithful.
Timestamps
05:25 Meet Pastor Martin: Nervous, faithful, and walking into a dream
06:50 Mpoomy’s childhood moment that shaped her love for preaching
07:32 Icebreaker: Childhood dreams and getting to know Pastor Martin
10:25 First jobs, early responsibility, and learning to work young
11:40 Being intentionally planted early in life and faith
12:15 Did he ever imagine another career? (Including dreams of singing)
14:00 Bonding over a shared love for R&B music
15:00 Family, siblings, accents, and growing up together
17:40 Navigating church, culture, and belonging
18:35 Building a church that bridges township faith and urban spaces
20:34 Growing up with daily prayer, Bible study, and present parents
23:10 Nature vs nurture: Shaping a child’s path with intention
23:22 Speaking God’s truth over your children
24:50 “Let them be” vs being intentional as a parent
25:17 How seeing parents pray together shaped leadership and life
30:20 When and where Pastor Martin got saved
31:14 What made him want to become a preacher
34:00 Love story: Meeting his wife and knowing she was “the one”
43:05 An honest reflection about purity, struggle, and growth
45:00 Why a guarded life comes from presence, not strictness
46:56 Standing boldly for truth, even when it makes you an outcast
50:20 Being a late bloomer: First car at 32 and trusting the process
51:20 Watching peers climb while choosing a different path
51:50 You don’t need the whole plan, just the first step
59:22 When someone believes in you before it makes sense (David & Adullam)
1:04:38 Why pastoral success didn’t happen immediately
1:06:00 How to hear God when you don’t recognize His voice
1:08:53 Lessons from friendship, marriage, and fatherhood
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How Did We Get Here? is Mpoomy Ledwaba's best-selling coming-of-age story. Looking back on her upbringing, major milestones and the challenges she’s faced, Mpoomy takes us on her journey of self-discovery. Order your copy here👉:https://www.amazon.co.za/How-Did-We-G... Sign up for the Wisdom & Wellness Private Membership: https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/si… … In today’s episode, you’re going to hear a deeply honest and refreshing conversation about calling, timing, family, purity, purpose, and what it really looks like to walk with God over the long haul. Joining Mpoomy is Pastor Martin, founder of Eternal Glory Church, a pastor, husband, and father whose journey reminds us that success doesn’t have to be fast to be faithful. Timestamps 05:25 Meet Pastor Martin: Nervous, faithful, and walking into a dream 06:50 Mpoomy’s childhood moment that shaped her love for preaching 07:32 Icebreaker: Childhood dreams and getting to know Pastor Martin 10:25 First jobs, early responsibility, and learning to work young 11:40 Being intentionally planted early in life and faith 12:15 Did he ever imagine another career? (Including dreams of singing) 14:00 Bonding over a shared love for R&B music 15:00 Family, siblings, accents, and growing up together 17:40 Navigating church, culture, and belonging 18:35 Building a church that bridges township faith and urban spaces 20:34 Growing up with daily prayer, Bible study, and present parents 23:10 Nature vs nurture: Shaping a child’s path with intention 23:22 Speaking God’s truth over your children 24:50 “Let them be” vs being intentional as a parent 25:17 How seeing parents pray together shaped leadership and life 30:20 When and where Pastor Martin got saved 31:14 What made him want to become a preacher 34:00 Love story: Meeting his wife and knowing she was “the one” 43:05 An honest reflection about purity, struggle, and growth 45:00 Why a guarded life comes from presence, not strictness 46:56 Standing boldly for truth, even when it makes you an outcast 50:20 Being a late bloomer: First car at 32 and trusting the process 51:20 Watching peers climb while choosing a different path 51:50 You don’t need the whole plan, just the first step 59:22 When someone believes in you before it makes sense (David & Adullam) 1:04:38 Why pastoral success didn’t happen immediately 1:06:00 How to hear God when you don’t recognize His voice 1:08:53 Lessons from friendship, marriage, and fatherhood Follow Mpoomy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpoomy_ledw... TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba... Follow Wisdom & Wellness: Instagram: / wisdomwellness_ Facebook: Wisdom & Wellness Website: www.wisdomwellness.co.za Sign up for Mpoomy’s newsletter: https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/sunday-nuggets-opt-in Listen to Wisdom & Wellness Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop Tuesday! Spotify: Apple Podcasts: Like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this conversation.