# Episode 170: From Harlem to Hope: Kendall Qualls on Faith, Family, Forgiveness, and Leadership

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Podcast: [Your Biggest Breakthrough](https://stenobird.com/podcast/your-biggest-breakthrough-1318383)
Published: 2025-09-23T14:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.yourbiggestbreakthrough.com/podcast/170-from-harlem-to-hope-kendall-qualls-on-faith-family-forgiveness-and-leadership
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## Resource

What do you do when life stacks the odds against you? Poverty, a broken family, and a dangerous environment could have easily defined Kendall Qualls’ future. But instead, his story is proof that your past doesn’t have to dictate your destiny. In this episode of Your Biggest Breakthrough , Kendall shares how he went from Harlem’s streets and trailer park living to becoming an Army officer, corporate leader, nonprofit founder, and even running for governor. His story is packed with lessons about resilience, faith, forgiveness, and choosing a different path—even when everything around you is pulling you down. We talk about the role of family, the power of education, and how faith transformed Kendall’s heart, healed his relationship with his father, and gave him the courage to step into leadership. His journey isn’t just inspiring; it’s a roadmap for anyone who feels stuck in their circumstances or unsure if change is possible. If you’ve ever wondered, “Can I rise above where I came from?” this conversation will show you that with God’s grace, courage, and determination, you absolutely can. Chapters: [00:00] Podcast Preview [01:10] Topic and Guest Introduction [03:38] Kendall Qualls: A Journey from Adversity to Success [06:37] The Impact of Family Dynamics on Personal Growth [08:40] Navigating Two Worlds: Harlem and Oklahoma [11:24] Education as a Pathway to a Better Life [14:50] Finding Love and Building a Family [18:16] Faith and Transformation: A New Beginning [21:15] The Power of Forgiveness and Healing Relationships [24:56] Finding Community and Faith in Tulsa [27:28] Overcoming Fear and Embracing Courage [28:43] Unexpected Twists in Life and Faith [33:48] Understanding Racial Dynamics and Family Issues [39:56] Running for Governor: Lessons Learned and God’s Timing [4…

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