DeVon Franklin is no ordinary Hollywood executive. In just fifteen years, DeVon climbed the ladder from being an intern at Will Smith’s production company to Vice President at Columbia Pictures. He’s helped produce hit films like The Pursuit of Happyness, Jumping The Broom, and the remake of The Karate Kid.

Still, DeVon's greatest accomplishment is the way he unapologetically puts his faith above all—even work. Raised a Seventh-day Adventist, DeVon found solace in the church at age 9 after his father died suddenly of a heart attack. He gave his first sermon at age fifteen and continues preaching today. DeVon says he's living his destiny as the star of his own movie in life and says staying true to his beliefs has opened more doors than he could have imagined.

DeVon says we can all be the stars of our own movies, with God as our director. It's an idea he talks about in his book, Produced by Faith, which he calls a "roadmap for success" to help others find purpose. Watch parts of Oprah and DeVon's conversation to find out his advice on starring in the movie of your life—and achieving success without losing yourself.

First, find out how to develop the movie of your life:




Then, find out how to grow through conflict:




Finally, get the telltale signs you are a true success:

In DeVon Franklin's opinion, what is the soul? Where does he find himself most at peace? What does prayer truly mean to him? Watch as Oprah and DeVon, a preacher and Hollywood producer, discuss life's big questions—and what he knows for sure.

Spend some time among the artful bonsai trees at the Chicago Botanic Garden and think about the power you have to shape your own life. "Bonsai," which means "tray planting" in Japanese, is an art form that celebrates patience and refinement over a period of time. As you watch each cut, consider that—like the tree—you too are a work in progress, full of potential.

Last week, Iyanla Vanzant shared the music that stirred her soul. Now, DeVon Franklin is making a mix for us! Get DeVon's complete spiritual playlist right here:

"Background" — Lecrae

"The Other Side of Victory" — J. Moss

"Shifting the Atmosphere" — Jason Nelson

"Go Get It" — Mary Mary

"I Feel Good" — Fred Hammond

"In the Middle" — Issac Carree

"Don't Do It Without Me" — Bishop Paul Morton

"I Give Myself Away" — William McDowell

"Yaweh" — Mali Music

"I Want You" — Luke James

"Wide Awake" — Katy Perry

"I Won't Give Up" — Jason Mraz