Pastor Gebhardt Berndt is no stranger to JOY! Magazine readers. Years ago, he shared his heart through a monthly column and was honoured as one of JOY!’s “men of honour”. Today, as the lead pastor of Empower Church, a growing multi-campus ministry across South Africa, he continues to champion a vision of discipleship, Kingdom impact, and faithfulness to God’s Word.

In this interview, Gebhardt speaks openly about his calling, his passion for raising leaders, and the lessons he has learnt along the way. He offers an honest glimpse into ministry, family life, and the daily pursuit of God’s call…

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