Wes Hall on Faith, Mentoring and Refining your Talents

Dr. Anita Turner welcomes Wes Hall to Won’t God Do It?, where the former radio personality, educator, and community leader shares a powerful faith testimony. Hall accepted Christ at 14 and later answered a divine nudge to move from Des Moines to Los Angeles—selling everything on faith, enduring a six‑month delay that proved providential, and ultimately landing roles in LAUSD that changed young lives. His story illustrates Isaiah 40:31’s promise: waiting on the Lord renews strength and opens doors.

From LA classrooms to the White House

After relocating, Hall co-created the Young Men of Color Initiative and the Village Mentoring Program for LAUSD, which led to an invitation to the White House to discuss mentoring and absenteeism. He describes the surreal honor of presenting alongside a national cohort and NBA stars—a testimony that mentoring and faith can bring national recognition. Hall also recounts being named a Los Angeles Clippers Community Hero at the Staples Center, a public affirmation of years of service to youth.

National impact, awards, and programs

Wes Hall’s work spans Glendale Unified and Las Vegas, where he leads conferences and empowerment series—last year’s girls’ conference drew 400 students from 15 schools and top civic leaders. His efforts earned him the UNLV Presidential Medal, given annually to a single individual for distinguished service. Hall emphasizes mentoring as long-term investment: former students return taller and empowered, proof that investing in youth builds community leaders.

Lessons on talents, faith, and the "star" stone

Hall connects his achievements to spiritual principles: God gives raw talents to be refined through labor. He urges listeners to develop inner conviction—“sensation precedes manifestation”—so the outside aligns with what’s inside. He shares an intimate La Jolla moment when a shooting star convinced him God would “actualize” his gifts; a small stone from that night became a tangible reminder during hard seasons. Hall’s final charge: recognize your unique thumbprint, steward your gifts, and give God the glory. Watch the full episode to hear his full testimony and practical mentoring insights.