Jesse E. Canty is an Author, Apostle, Philanthropist, Proprietor, Former Pastor and now Podcaster. After 18 years of Pastoring Living Waters Christian Ministries in Spartanburg, SC he heard the call “ From Pulpit to Podcast '' to further the gospel beyond the four walls. He has ministered & traveled to over 31 countries doing the work of The Lord. He has currently written & published 2 books, entitled Furnace of Affliction, & Rivers of Wisdom. He was ordained by his spiritual father, Bishop T. D. Jakes of Dallas Texas. Apostle Canty's ministry spans over 25 years. He was recently honored & awarded The Community Lifetime Achievement Award from President Barack Obama for his years of service that he and his wife does in their community & around the world.
He established ”Finding your Purpose Success Summit". This is a free motivational, business seminar, & empowerment conference that's meant to inspire, encourage, & instruct individuals to become diligent & focus on fulfilling their God given assignments in life. Whether it be in business, or anything else they desire to achieve that's positive, they have the power to make their dreams come true! This summit has also been done in Africa as well as here in the states.
He has been on several tv & radio stations both in the US & in Africa. He has been given the seal to the city of Spartanburg for his many achievements. He has received from the government of Nigeria the reserved coat of arms flag for the work he has done in that country. He has been in Magazines & respected worldwide for his gift of wisdom.
He is also the proud the owner of Chef J. Edward’s Smokin Wings & Things restaurant in Spartanburg & Mauldin SC, which he started in his home 5 years ago. It has generated over 5 million in sales.
He & Kimberly Canty have been married for over 27 years, & they have 3 beautiful children & 9 grandchildren.
Jesse recently graduated from the Greenville Chamber of Commerce’s Minority Business Accelerator program.
Jesse E. Canty also has his own podcast entitled; “How Bad Do You Want It”? It has been heard in over 84 countries & 2700 cities around the globe!
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