NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

In this powerful episode, T.D. Jakes reflects on how to navigate the changing seasons of life with wisdom, intention, and courage. Drawing from his experience of being raised by a dying father, Bishop Jakes shares how an early awareness of time shaped the way he views purpose, decisions, and the urgency of making the most of the life in front of you.

From grief over what did not happen to hope for what still can, he reminds ...

In this deeply personal solo episode of NXT Chapter, T.D. Jakes reflects on the lifelong responsibility of parenting — from the first moments of childbirth to the complicated work of raising children into adulthood.
Drawing from his experience as a father of five, Bishop Jakes explores how children don’t just need instruction — they also shape, stretch, and train their parents. He speaks hone...

In this special Father’s Day message, T.D. Jakes reflects on the joys, fears, sacrifices, and responsibilities that come with being a father. Drawing from personal stories, including a frightening health scare involving his son, he shares why a father’s presence can shape a child’s confidence, identity, and future in ways that go far beyond financial support.

In this powerful episode of NXT Chapter, T.D. Jakes reflects on the fragility of life after a frightening accident involving his youngest daughter. Through personal stories and hard-earned wisdom, he explores how near-tragedies have a way of reshaping our perspective, deepening our faith, and reminding us of what truly matters.
From unexpected setbacks to life-altering moments, this conversation is a reminder ...

In this insightful episode of NXT Chapter, T.D. Jakes sits down with Brian Hooks for a powerful conversation about gratitude, leadership, human potential, and what it takes to create meaningful change in today’s world.

As Chairman and CEO of Stand Together, Brian Hooks has dedicated his work to helping individuals and communities thrive through empowerment, collaboration, and innovation. Together, he an...

In this powerful episode of The NXT Chapter, Bishop T.D. Jakes sits down with Don Cravins, President & CEO of the National Minority Supplier Development Council, for a timely conversation about leadership, economic opportunity, public policy, and the future of America.

With a career spanning public service, advocacy, coalition building, and national policy work, Don Cravins has dedicated his life to creat...

In one of the most emotional and vulnerable conversations of NXT Chapter, Dr. Jay Barnett joins T.D. Jakes for a powerful discussion about men’s mental health, childhood trauma, suicide, emotional healing, and what it truly means to break generational cycles.

Dr. Barnett opens up about surviving two suicide attempts, battling anger and rejection, growing up with physical abuse, and carrying the emotional weight of fath...

This special Mother’s Day episode of NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes honors the mothers, grandmothers, wives, mentors, and maternal figures whose love shaped us, stretched us, prayed for us, corrected us, and helped carry our families forward.

Featuring powerful moments from season one, this conversation explores the legacy of women who held families together, passed down faith, taught resilience, and gave us wisdom we often unde...

This is the Best of NXT Chapter — the moments that stopped us in our tracks, the truths that hit deeper, and the conversations that stayed with us long after the cameras stopped rolling.

From Cam Newton opening up about resilience and identity, to Jeezy reflecting on love, growth, and hard lessons, to Tyrese sharing raw stories about trauma, fatherhood, and forgiveness — this episode brings together the most powe...

In this powerful episode of NXT Chapter, Bishop T.D. Jakes sits down with Priscilla Shirer — New York Times bestselling author, internationally renowned speaker, and actress — for a deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation about faith, grief, purpose, and the chapters that shape who we become.

 Priscilla opens up about growing up as the daughter of Pastor Tony Evans, the pressures of the "preacher's kid" fishb...

In this episode of NXT Chapter, T.D. Jakes sits down with Teri Ijeoma—a nationally recognized financial educator and entrepreneur—for a conversation on investing, financial literacy, and building a pathway to lasting wealth.

Teri shares her journey from setting small, achievable financial goals to creating a scalable system for consistent income, offering insight into how discipline and strategy can transform your relat...

In this powerful episode of NXT Chapter, Bishop T.D. Jakes sits down with Anthony O'Neal — bestselling author, CEO, nationally recognized financial expert, and one of the most trusted voices in personal finance — for a raw and transformative conversation about money, mindset, and the decisions that shape your financial future. Anthony opens up about his own journey from homelessness in the back of a car in a Walmart par...

In this powerful episode of NXT Chapter, Bishop T.D. Jakes sits down with Shingai and Karen Mutasa for a dynamic conversation on wealth, partnership, and building a lasting legacy across continents. As a power couple shaping business, investment, and cultural influence, they offer a unique perspective on what it means to grow together while creating impact on a global scale.

Shingai Mutasa shares insight into his work as a visionar...

In this powerful episode of NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes, Bishop T.D. Jakes sits down with leadership coach, speaker, and author Dr. A. Joel Tudman for a candid conversation about identity, purpose, and the hidden struggles many high performers face.

Dr. Tudman has spent years helping leaders bridge the gap between where they are and where they’re called to be. But in this conversation, he opens up about a deeply personal mome...

In this thought-provoking episode of NXT Chapter, T.D. Jakes sits down with renowned neuroscientist and author Dr. Caroline Leaf for a powerful conversation at the intersection of science, faith, and human potential.

Originally from South Africa, Dr. Leaf shares her journey to America and how her groundbreaking work in neuroscience and cognitive health has helped reshape the way people understand the mind. Together, they explore th...

Deputy U.S. Treasury Secretary Adewale Adeyemo — who served in both the Obama White House and under President Biden — joins T.D. Jakes for a powerful and transparent conversation about leadership, inflation, economic policy, artificial intelligence, and America’s global influence. 

As one of the highest-ranking Nigerian American officials in U.S. history, Adeyemo shares behind-the-scenes insight into guiding ...

In this powerful episode of NXT Chapter, Bishop T.D. Jakes sits down with political commentator, activist, and CNN host Van Jones for a raw and thought-provoking conversation about faith, politics, race, redemption, and the future of America.

Van Jones opens up about working across party lines—from advising Barack Obama to collaborating on criminal justice reform during the Donald Trump administration&m...

NFL legend Emmitt Smith joins T.D. Jakes for a powerful and transparent conversation about legacy, leadership, and life beyond football.

A three-time Super Bowl champion, Super Bowl MVP, Pro Football Hall of Famer, and the NFL’s all-time leading rusher, Emmitt reflects on growing up in Pensacola, learning discipline from his mother Mary Smith, and caring for his grandmother as a child. He shares how those early lessons...

In this deeply personal episode of NXT Chapter, T.D. Jakes sits down with Serita Jakes for an honest conversation about love, loss, faith, and the evolution of marriage over time. Together, they reflect on shared beginnings, seasons of grief, family challenges, and how life’s most difficult moments shape the chapters that follow.

Serita opens up about navigating loss, patience, and emotional growth, while T.D. Jakes ex...