EJ Swanson

EJ Swanson National recognized speaker and author helping people make the most out of what they were created for!

Executive Pastor Ministry and Digital Development Woodside Bible Church

He loves to talk - Spiritual Growth | Leading | Overcoming Hardship

Your story matters, even if it feels ordinary to you.Not because it is loud, polished, or perfectly timed, but because i...
02/09/2026

Your story matters, even if it feels ordinary to you.

Not because it is loud, polished, or perfectly timed, but because it is real. It holds moments of effort, doubt, growth, and care that someone else may need to see. Stories shape how people understand themselves and the world around them, and the ones that leave the deepest mark are usually the quiet, honest ones.

Too often, people assume their experiences are not significant enough to share.

👀 Attention fades. Meaning stays. 🕰️Not everything needs to be loud to last.The moments that shape us are often the ones...
02/03/2026

👀 Attention fades. Meaning stays. 🕰️

Not everything needs to be loud to last.
The moments that shape us are often the ones no one claps for, the quiet choices, the steady care, the work done when no one is watching.

Trends move fast. Algorithms shift.
But meaning has a longer shelf life. It settles in, builds trust, and stays with people long after the moment passes.

We choose to focus on what holds weight over time, not what grabs a glance for a second. Because when the noise dies down, meaning is what people remember, and what they carry forward.

It's coming together!
01/22/2026

It's coming together!

Every step you take beyond your comfort zone is a step toward your greatest potential.Remember, growth begins where fear...
05/08/2025

Every step you take beyond your comfort zone is a step toward your greatest potential.

Remember, growth begins where fear ends.

Ask yourself today: What recent experience is God trying to use to teach me? Don’t waste it. Lean into His wisdom and le...
03/28/2025

Ask yourself today: What recent experience is God trying to use to teach me? Don’t waste it. Lean into His wisdom and let it shape you for the better.

Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. – Isaiah 43:18Life isn’t meant to be lived looking backward. God cal...
01/16/2025

Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. – Isaiah 43:18

Life isn’t meant to be lived looking backward. God calls us to step into the present with faith, trusting that He is doing something new in our lives.

Let go of yesterday’s worries and embrace the opportunities, blessings, and growth waiting for you today. Live fully, love deeply, and trust God’s perfect plan.

Today, I turn 40. Wow. 🎉This milestone feels big, not just because it’s a new decade, but because 39 was a year that str...
12/13/2024

Today, I turn 40. Wow. 🎉

This milestone feels big, not just because it’s a new decade, but because 39 was a year that stretched me, challenged me, and ultimately shaped me in ways I couldn’t have imagined.

39 was rough. There were moments that brought me to my knees, times I doubted myself, and challenges that felt too heavy to carry. But you know what? It was also amazing. It was a year of breakthrough, growth, and seeing God’s faithfulness show up in ways that left me in awe.

One thing I’ve realized as I step into 40 is that my heart longs for what truly matters. All I’m looking for in this next chapter is more time. More time with Jesus, to deepen my relationship with Him and lean into His plans. More time with my wife, to love and cherish her in new ways. More time with my kids, to pour into their lives and watch them grow. More time with my friends, who encourage and inspire me. And more time with my team, to lead with purpose and build something incredible together.

I’ve learned that life doesn’t have to be perfect to be beautiful. I discovered strength I didn’t know I had and found joy in places I hadn’t looked before.

As I step into 40, I feel grateful. Grateful for the highs and the lows, for the lessons learned, and for the opportunity to keep growing. I’m excited to take the wisdom (and battle scars) from 39 and use them to make this next chapter even better.

So here’s to 40—may it be a year of even more resilience, joy, and purpose. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of my journey so far. You’ve made the rough patches bearable and the amazing moments unforgettable.

Cheers to a new decade! ⚡

🙏 Lord, I turn to You for the help I need. I ask You to enter my life and make Your presence known. Thank You for always...
07/24/2024

🙏 Lord, I turn to You for the help I need. I ask You to enter my life and make Your presence known. Thank You for always being close to me. Amen.

💁‍♂️ Feeling alone in your struggles? Believe me, I have been there and needed help too. 🙏Remember, you're never truly a...
07/23/2024

💁‍♂️ Feeling alone in your struggles? Believe me, I have been there and needed help too. 🙏

Remember, you're never truly alone. Someone out there understands exactly what you're going through. Admitting you're struggling and asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Let's lean on our community and support each other, just as we're reminded in 1 Corinthians 12:24b-27. Together, we are stronger. 💪❤️

Remember, every day is a new chance to make progress and achieve greatness. You've got this! 🌟
06/05/2024

Remember, every day is a new chance to make progress and achieve greatness. You've got this! 🌟

Life has a way of distracting us and keeping us away from the moments that God gives us.
06/03/2024

Life has a way of distracting us and keeping us away from the moments that God gives us.

Today is the only day that truly belongs to us. Use it wisely, cherish it deeply, and let it shape a brighter tomorrow.
05/31/2024

Today is the only day that truly belongs to us. Use it wisely, cherish it deeply, and let it shape a brighter tomorrow.

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