Loneliness is an epidemic, stealing our health and hope—but God made us for community. In this message, we confront the myth of a “churchless Christian," and rediscover the beauty of covenant: a local, transparent, mission-focused church where we love, serve, forgive, and grow together.
As we kick off our new series, “Why Church?,” we dive into the complex reality of church hurt and our calling to love and fight for the Bride of Christ.
What do we do with our anger, grief, and disappointment when the church itself becomes the source of hurt? In this message, we face the reality of “church hurt” head-on and wrestle with how Jesus invites us to respond differently. Instead of letting pain harden us, we’re called to channel anger into compassion, hate into love, and to rediscover the hope of Christ’s promise: the church is still His, and He is still redeeming it. This is a message for anyone who has ever felt wounded by God’s p...
The book of Obadiah is easy to overlook, but this week we dive into the hidden power and wisdom within the shortest book of the Old Testament.
What does true love for our country really mean—holding onto pride, or humbly living out God’s call? This week we’ll look at an ancient warning that challenges us to rethink patriotism and discover where our ultimate allegiance belongs.
This week is all about celebrating the powerful ways that God is working in the next generation. Featuring special guest Grace Subiaga.
Every family tells a story. Some chapters are marked by love and faith, others by pain and brokenness. From the book of Zephaniah, we see how one generation’s choices shape the next—and how cycles can be broken when someone chooses a different path. What legacy of faith will you leave behind?
Is the story of Jonah all about the big fish—or is it really about something more? In this message, we see a man clinging to anger while God patiently invites him to let go. And just like Jonah, we can hold onto control or resentment, instead of letting our compassionate Father rewrite our story through repentance.
Is rebuilding just about fixing what’s broken, or is it about reordering our lives around what truly matters?
Ever feel like you’re busy building a good life, yet still come up empty? Haggai shows us how even good things—family, success, comfort—can get out of order and leave us dry. In this message, Pastor Ryan invites us to realign our loves with God and discover the life and peace only He can bring.
This week Joshua is joined by Formation Pastor Ryan Robinson and Next Gen Pastor Grace Subiaga as they discuss Pastor Paul’s powerful sermon on the book of Amos.
Have you ever felt everything in life was right on track and how it should be—only to find out it’s definitely NOT? In week two of Fall Fast, Fall Forward, the book of Amos reveals how God’s plumb line exposes the flaws that we can’t see, calling us to repentance, truth, and restoration in Christ.
Hey everyone! It’s Pastor Paul and Pastor Joshua, and we’re back—kicking off Season 5 of The School of Unlearning with fresh energy, plenty of laughs, and a whole lot of vision for what’s ahead at Jacob’s Well Church in 2025–2026. In this episode, we share a behind-the-scenes look at the exciting ministry year ahead as our church steps into a powerful season of growth and transformation. Oh—and we have exciting news! Over the summer, The School of Unlearning was recognized by MillionPodcasts....
Rediscover the power of repentance—not as a heavy burden, but as a skill that leads to deep transformation. Our lives are shaped by the stories we tell ourselves, and too often those stories keep us stuck. But God, in His mercy, calls us to return—to rethink, to realign, and to experience healing, renewal, and joy.
Connections Pastor Whitney Berthiaume wraps up our Surprised by Joy series with a powerful and personal message titled “He Calls Me Redeemed.” Drawing from her own story and the words of Paul in Philippians, Whitney reminds us that even in our most broken moments, God is near—calling us by a new name, offering healing, and inviting us into joy. If you’ve ever questioned your worth or wondered if your past disqualifies you, this message is for you.
In this message, Worship Leader Grace Holthe shares how true internal peace comes not from getting what we want, but from surrendering what we hold most tightly. Through Philippians, Grace invites us to open our hands, trust God’s timing, and discover the lasting joy that comes from knowing Jesus is already more than enough. Ask ChatGPT
When life gets hard, it's easy to stall out at base camp and wonder why the view isn't what we expected. In this message, Tim Huebner explores what it means to press on—not just to survive the climb, but to actively pursue a deeper, daily walk with Jesus. Drawing from Philippians 3 and a brutal backpacking trip in the Smokies, Tim contrasts the achievement-driven mindset of our culture with Paul’s joy-filled pursuit of Christ. Whether you're stuck, striving, or just starting out, this message...
What does it mean to have joy even when life hurts? In this honest and heartfelt message, Michael Bohrer reflects on suffering—from sports heartbreaks and personal setbacks to deep grief and loss—and how the Apostle Paul’s words in Philippians offer a surprising invitation: to find joy not after suffering, but within it. Through personal stories, biblical truth, and a reminder that we’re not meant to walk alone, Michael points us to a kind of joy the world can’t steal—a joy rooted in Jesus, f...
Where do we place our confidence—our effort, our energy, our hope? In this message, Ciera Wessels, Executive Admin unpacks a bold warning from Paul in Philippians 3 and invites us to trade in our striving for true security found in Jesus. Whether you're a recovering perfectionist, a rule-follower, or just someone who’s tired of trying to be enough, this message offers a freeing reminder: we don’t have to earn it. We simply get to receive it—and discover joy on the other side.
Have you ever had a before-and-after moment that changed everything? In this message, we explore how the gospel first arrived in Europe through a group of unlikely people—a businesswoman, a slave girl, and a Roman jailer—and how their encounters with Jesus sparked a church in Philippi. As we begin our journey through Philippians, we’re invited to know Christ in a deeper, more personal way—beyond information and into transformation. Discover how knowing Jesus reshapes our mindset, reframes our...