The Greater Call Podcast – Philip | The Obedient Evangelist with Jason Romano

The Greater Call welcomes Jason Romano — former ESPN producer and host of Sports Spectrum — for an inspiring conversation about Philip the Evangelist. Together they explore Philip’s story from Acts 8 and what it teaches us about obedience, leadership, and legacy.
From leaving comfort zones to following divine direction, Mark and Jason unpack how Philip’s courage and faith sparked a ripple effect that carried the Gospel from Jerusalem to Africa — a legacy of obedience still felt today.

Key Themes
• The power of obedience in following God’s call
• How Philip’s courage led to the first Gentile conversions
• The connection between leadership and serving others
• Lessons from Jason’s own leap of faith leaving ESPN to launch Sports Spectrum
• The ripple effect of one faithful act of obedience
• Building a lasting legacy through faith, family, and service

Memorable Quotes
“If you just get this one word, you’ll get the whole walk with Jesus — obedience.” – Jason Romano
“Philip wasn’t the boss; he was the servant who led through love.” – Mark Immelman
“It’s when you’re uncomfortable that God does His best work.” – Jason Romano
Scripture References
• Acts 8:26–40 — Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch
• Acts 21:8–9 — Philip’s household and legacy
• Matthew 28:18–20 — The Great Commission
• John 16:33 — “Take heart; I have overcome the world.”

About Our Guest
Jason Romano is the host and producer of Sports Spectrum, a media platform where faith and sports intersect. A former ESPN producer with nearly two decades of broadcast experience, Jason now uses his platform to share stories of athletes living boldly for Christ.
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📲 Instagram / X: @JasonRomano

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