It's a tradition that the last episode of every season is me and my wife Tamsey reflecting together and sharing stories that will help you have a more hope-filled perspective. In this episode Tamsey shares a bit of her journey over the past year as her business as grown, and we together tell the story of how we were homeless a couple of times with our first child and were simply trying to follow the leading of God's voice! Have you ever felt like you were being punished for doing the very thing ...
Nov 22, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 37
Lisa Whittle is a best-selling author, speaker, teacher and podcaster but my favorite attributes about her are that she is a Pastor's kid who loves Jesus, is real, and is kind. With all she has going on Lisa has always found a way to pause and encourage me throughout the years and it has been a tremendous blessing to me. I'm so grateful she made time to jump on the podcast and talk about her new book " God Knows " and the companion study " Your God Knows " while also sharing some life wisdom on ...
Nov 15, 2023•41 min•Season 3Ep. 37
My buddy Justin Porter is on the podcast this week... and this time, as a guest! After helping cohost the show for 2 years, Justin is on to bigger things and comes back to give an update on his journey. You will be challenged, inspired and impacted by the honest, transparent way in which Justin shares his journey. It has not been easy, but he helps us all find perspective through the way he has let the Lord teach him through this season of life where he has "failed forward" and is seeing how God...
Nov 08, 2023•47 min•Season 3Ep. 36
My amazing friend Ben Finch joins me this week from Athens, Tennessee where we talk about our 25 years of friendship, his amazing journey to becoming a world-renowned photographer, and how seminary almost made him lose his love for Jesus. You will be challenged, inspired and amazed as Ben shares stories from photographing weddings for the President's grand-daughter at the White House to almost becoming an NFL kicker. In all of it, Ben's faith in Jesus has lead him to steward what God has placed ...
Nov 01, 2023•48 min•Season 3Ep. 35
My buddy Carlton Beall joins me this week from Lebanon, Tennessee where we have a conversation about his fascinating entry into business and then how God challenged him to be intentional in his parenting. Carlton has been a true friend to me through the years and his generosity and example have challenged me to be a better man, husband and father. I believe his story will challenge you and inspire you, as well. When we live with legacy in mind, it changes what we prioritize and motives us to inv...
Oct 25, 2023•39 min•Season 3Ep. 34
Hey Everybody! It's Nathan and just wanted to give you a short update as we take a pause from the weekly episodes to simply catch you up on what has been happening this season on The Best View in Town. I promised several links in this special update edition so here you go... But first, here's the BEST WAY to get ALL the content I create and that is signing up for the weekly email. Sign up by clicking here! Next, you can scroll through the podcast episodes on your favorite platform of find any of...
Oct 18, 2023•15 min•Season 3Ep. 33
Donnie Floyd has one of the most amazing jobs in the world. He serves as the Chaplain for Hendrick Motorsports where he serves the hundreds of employees on the HMS team by caring for their spiritual and emotional needs. From baptizing people in the pond out front of the complex to walking with employees through tragedys and giving convocations before NASCAR races all around the country, Donnie shares his love for Jesus and people in the context of the racing world. Today he joins me to share his...
Oct 11, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 32
JJ and Tiffany Johnson are some of my heroes. It's not just because they weathered a shark attack that took Tiffany's right arm, but because of how they have chosen to respond to that tragedy by stewarding the storm they faced and turning it into a ministry to glorify Jesus. My wife Tamsey joins me to interview this amazing couple. You will be shocked by both the intensity of their story and the intensity of their faith. Have you ever wondered how to use your biggest set back as a setup for mini...
Oct 04, 2023•43 min•Season 3Ep. 31
Billy Graham was born and buried in Charlotte, North Carolina which is why the Billy Graham Library is located here. If you have never been you should definitely go as it is absolutely incredible. My guest today, Wayne Atcheson, was the first director of the Library and is a lifelong lover of God with a heart for Revival. Wayne and I met a few years ago as result of having read his book about the 1970 Asbury Revival. Little did we know a couple of years after our meeting that again Revival Fire ...
Sep 27, 2023•36 min•Season 3Ep. 30
Such a great guy with such a great name! Reward and Nathan met 8 years ago and recently reconnected at the Ignite Movement National Summit. Reward travels the country with World Vision as the Senior Advisor for Church and Community Relations and until recently served as an Associate Pastor at UpperRoom in Dallas, TX. Reward's heart for people, for the church, and for community transformation is refreshing. Do you have a desire to see God move in your community? Reward's story will give you a mor...
Sep 20, 2023•35 min•Season 3Ep. 29
Skyler Farley serves with a Campus Ministry called Ignite Movement that serves college students on University Campuses around America. Skyler and his wife Courtney serve the campus of Charlotte University through Ignite and are a tremendous blessing to know and spend time with! You will be encouraged and challenged by today's chat where he and Nathan talk about bridging the generation gap and answering the call of God. Have you ever wanted to build deeper relationships with those younger and old...
Sep 13, 2023•39 min•Season 3Ep. 28
Derrick Hawkins has been gifted by God to be a leader, a pastor, and a prayer warrior. In today's episode he shares with Nathan about his journey in prayer and how God has used his life story to shape him for the next exciting season of his life as he and his wife prepare to plant Promise City Church. Derrick has been a dear friend over the last decade to Nathan and his family and this conversation highlights some of the impacts Derrick has had on his life. Have you ever wanted to operate with g...
Sep 06, 2023•39 min•Season 3Ep. 27
Nikita Koloff may be the Russian Nightmare from the professional wrestling world but he says he become the "devil's nightmare" after giving his life to Jesus in October of 1993. After winning world championships and being inducted into the hall of fame, Nikita began to set his sights on life after wrestling which had its twists and turns and ultimately landed him in his "sweet spot" of helping men draw close to God through his various ministries. Have you ever had a door close and not know what ...
Aug 30, 2023•39 min•Season 3Ep. 26
We actually made it to 25 episodes! Who would've ever thought I'd be that consistent and you'd stick around that long?! In all seriousness, this is a special episode where I, Nathan, just share a bit of the journey of getting the show started, sharing about some of the special moments over the first two seasons AND share the amazing story of the miracle God did in my son in December of 2020. Stick around to the end to heart that! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss the latest podcast and take...
Dec 21, 2022•42 min•Season 2Ep. 25
We are finishing season 2 with a conversation between Nathan and his wife Tamsey where they share some of their story of how they keep their focus on God's goodness in the midst of the challenge. In this episode they share a bit of how they ended up in North Carolina and how God sustained them when each of them lost a parent. You can find Nathan & Tamsey on their Facebook pages here. Nathan & Tamsey and Nathan's Artist Page and Tamsey's Fitness Page . With this episode focusing on rememb...
Oct 19, 2022•50 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Pastor Jean Gadotti and Nathan have been friends for over 25 years. What started out as an unlikely friendship centered around playing guitar turned into a partnership where they both help Pastor the same church, The Refuge, on two different continents! Jean shares his story of coming to America as a teenager and later returning to his native Brazil where God revealed His plans to have he and his wife start a new church in a city they had never even visited before! This episode would be a great ...
Oct 12, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Pastor Jay Stewart has been in full-time ministry for nearly 40 years. For the last 20 of those years he has been Nathan's Pastor. In this episode they share some of their stories and talk about what a life of consistency looks like in a world that is constantly on the move. Jay gives some insight into how to navigate being misunderstood, and shares how you can pray for your pastor. Know someone who is trying to stay the course? This episode would be a great encouragement to them so be sure to s...
Oct 05, 2022•41 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Becoming comfortable in your own skin is more than a self-esteem issue, it's a relationship with God issue. We are all created in God's Image and are beautifully and wonderfully made. While we may not all be living in that reality and reflecting His glory, the truth remains. When we do accept and delight in the fact that God made us with great intention, we not only find security in Him but have a firm footing from which to help others see their value! Nathan's friend, Worship Leader, Musical Ar...
Sep 28, 2022•43 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Wren was ministering to so many people through public education and coaching high school students that God eventually had him become a pastor at one of the largest churches in America. Wren and Nathan have been friends for over 20 years and in this episode they share some of their story as friends and the power of becoming who you could be if you just don't quit. Know someone who thinks their best days are behind them? This episode would be a great encouragement to them so be sure to share it vi...
Sep 21, 2022•39 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Haiti is the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere with 80% unemployment and the average person making only $700 a year. But my friend Benite Juene who was born and raised there refuses to let that be what defines the people who live there. He is always looking for ways to add value. In this episode Nathan has Benite share his story of how he is aiming to help the people of Haiti find hope in Jesus and prosper through faith in God, Education and hard work. Know someone who is struggling by b...
Sep 14, 2022•39 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Ken Pounders has overcome debilitating addiction and he and his wife Sonya help others do the same! Now, Ken not only leads a recovery ministry for men battling addiction but has served as a missionary and disciple maker around the world for decades. In this episode Nathan invites Ken to share some of his story, and offer hope and encouragement for those who don't recognize the power of their own story. Additionally, Ken offer some hope for those battling addiction. Know someone who is battling ...
Sep 07, 2022•39 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Dr. Joy Greene is our guest this week and she is bringing a bit of her Joytime ministry to The Best View In Town. Dr Joy is on over 2000 radio stations world-wide spreading encouragement and you will get a taste of that in our conversation today. All of us are believing for something. Perhaps God is getting us ready for our breakthrough in ways we never expected? Joy shares some of her story and how God launched her after a season of preparation she didn't even realize she was in! Nathan and Joy...
Aug 31, 2022•43 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Marcello Aquino is very gifted photographer, designer, architect and musician from Recife, Brazil. He and Nathan have been friends for over 20 years and have done numerous projects and trips together around the world. They met in the most unlikely of ways and have been on a unique journey ever since. In this episode Marcello shares a bit of his story and how God called him into photography to tell other people's stories and help them see just how valuable they are. Know someone who is struggling...
Aug 24, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Jason & Tori Benham have been pouring into couples for years but have recently released a book and podcast called Beauty in Battle to go along with their marriage coaching and training. Today Nathan sits with Jason & Tori to talk about how they met, what life has been like for them through 22 years of marriage, and how couples can learn how to fight shoulder to shoulder instead of face-to-face. Know someone who is struggling to find ways to move forward in their relationship? This episod...
Aug 17, 2022•42 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Andreas and Nathan met as result of a prophetic word and a random email. Andreas Kisslinger is from Vienna, Austria and is the founder and CEO of Lightcast , a multimedia company specializing in Video Hosting and Content Delivery Network solutions. For years Andreas served in full-time ministry in the church before launching out into the marketplace where he has built a global company that is serving its clients and building the Kingdom of God world-wide. You will be encouraged by the stories An...
Aug 10, 2022•43 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Josh Baldwin, Bethel Music artist and author of such songs as Praises, You Deserve It All, Stand In Your Love, Evidence and so many others joins, Nathan to kick off season two of the podcast! In this episode Josh shares about his journey from a small town in North Carolina, to Bethel in Redding, California and now middle Tennessee. Josh's simple, genuine faith is obvious in his music and throughout this conversation where he shares how God helps him stay grounded and guided by gratitude. You wil...
Aug 03, 2022•42 min•Season 2Ep. 13
It's not what you see, it's how you see and who you see in the midst of your circumstances. You can have the best view in town from right where you are whether you are on the mountain top or in the valley. It's all about perspective! Season two launches August 3rd 2022 one year to the day (almost) since we launched our inaugural season. You'll meet a new friend of mine every Wednesday and hear parts of their story and some of my insights that will encourage you and challenge you to have a more h...
Jul 26, 2022•53 sec
For the last episode of season one we get the joy of having Nathan's wife, Tamsey Smith on the podcast. Nathan and Tamsey have been married for over 21 years and in this episode Tamsey not only shares their story but a bit of how God has taught her the value of daily faithfulness and the strength of consistency. Not only is Tamsey a faithful friend, wife, and mother, she is a gifted athlete, fitness trainer and marathon runner. Tamsey shares a bit about how God has helped her grow in consistency...
Oct 20, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In the midst of a global pandemic and with the possibility of a foreign invasion our friends Andrew and Dar Draper were compelled by love to move to Ukraine and serve orphans who had won their hearts. When others were trying to find ways to stay safe, they prayed dangerous prayers and made difficult decisions. In this episode, Nathan sits down with his long-time friends and talks about the brave decisions they have made, the motivation behind such choices and how God wants to help each of us say...
Oct 13, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 11
What does it mean to be called by God? How can we partner with God in our spiritual formation? Not only are these fascinating topics to explore but, on this episode, Nathan gets to unpack these thoughts and more with his father, Rev. Dr. Charles Smith. In this episode we get a ‘peek behind the curtain’ of Nathan’s life and upbringing as we get to listen in on a Father and Son talk about life, faith, and family. Nathan has constantly talked about the impact his parents had and have on his life an...
Oct 06, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 10
