Is God Opening a Door You’re Afraid to Walk Through? | Scott Fehrenbacher
Recognizing an open door is only the beginning. At some point, faith must become courage, and a man must decide whether he will step forward or allow fear to keep him standing still.
Scott Fehrenbacher shares how following unexpected opportunities led him into Christian media, Crosswalk.com, and Worship Road Radio. He reflects on leading Crosswalk during the fear and uncertainty of 9/11, challenges the Church to resist what he calls “virtuous mediocrity,” and explains why innovation does not have to mean compromising the gospel.
Scott and Mark also discuss Christian music as a powerful discipleship tool—one that can keep Scripture and truth present throughout the 10,000 minutes between Sunday services. This conversation is an invitation to pray, remember God’s past faithfulness, and courageously walk toward what He is calling you to do.
In this episode of The Valiant Forge, Mark Osborne speaks with Scott Fehrenbacher, founder of Worship Road Radio and former CEO of Crosswalk.com.
Scott’s life and ministry have been shaped by a willingness to follow doors that did not always fit his original plans. He explains why recognizing those opportunities requires spiritual attentiveness, while walking through them requires both faith and courage.
The conversation includes Scott’s experience leading Crosswalk.com during 9/11, when frightened people from around the world flooded the website looking for prayer and community. He also discusses resistance to innovation within Christian ministry, the danger of becoming comfortable with mediocrity, and the unifying power of worship music.
In this episode:
- Recognizing doors God may be opening
- Confronting fear with faith and courage
- Crosswalk.com’s ministry during 9/11
- Innovation without compromising biblical truth
- Resisting spiritual complacency
- Music as a language that crosses divisions
- Reaching people beyond traditional church settings
- Prayer as Scott’s foundational spiritual discipline
- Remembering how God has already carried you
Connect with Scott Fehrenbacher:
Worship Road Radio: https://worshiproad.com
Worship Road Radio is available through its website and mobile app.
Song mentioned in the conversation:
“Hard Place” by Jaye King: Official Lyric Video
The Valiant Forge is where God shapes ordinary men into faithful men through honest conversations, biblical truth, and practical encouragement.