S13E02 | Whatever You Want, Lord: Ken Butler
“It’s always about submission”—these words by host Dr. Matt Davis capture the core of this episode with guest Ken Butler, Maranatha Baptist Bible Institute (MBBI) Director. Experiencing significant trials early in marriage, Ken and his wife, Amy, claimed 1 Samuel 3:18, believing that if a circumstance is from the Lord, it is good. This mindset defined Ken’s journey as he surrendered Air Force dreams for ministry and later traded the pulpit for a maintenance role, content to serve wherever assigned. The dialogue dives into the realities of pastoring in California, practical ways to discern God’s will, and the continued growth of MBBI.
About our guest
Ken Butler (’99, ’21) is Director of Maranatha Baptist Bible Institute. Upon college graduation he returned to his home state of California where he became an assistant pastor. Since then, he has ministered as an itinerate evangelist, church planter, and senior pastor. Ken and his wife, Amy (Cole ’00), have five daughters.
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