Walk Talks

How can a young man keep his way pure? Psalm 119:9–16 begins with that very question—and provides the answer. In this episode, Micah Herbster is joined by Micah Gillespie to explore the theme of The Way of Cleansing. Together, they walk verse by verse through this rich stanza of Psalm 119, considering how God’s Word purifies life, guards against wandering, and keeps from sin. Micah Gillespie also shares personal practical applications for meditating on and memorizing God’s Word.This conversation sets the stage for a deeper dive next week with Daniel Sisk, as the team continues unpacking the depth of this stanza. Listen in as we discover together that purity, strength, and true blessing are found by taking heed to God’s Word.

In this episode, Micah welcomes Southland's director, Mike Herbster, to continue walking through Psalm 119. Together they explore the fifth stanza, where the psalmist—now spiritually maturing—pleads, “Teach me, O Lord, the way of thy statutes.” This passage reveals a heart posture of humble dependence upon God’s instruction.Mike leads a verse-by-verse discussion, unpacking how the Word of God shapes every part of life: the mind that learns truth, the feet that walk in obedience, the heart that delights in God’s way, and the eyes that must be guarded from vanity. With practical insights and biblical illustrations, text shows that true teaching from the Lord moves us from mere information to genuine transformation.The episode closes with a heartfelt prayer through the psalm—a reminder that spiritual growth begins when we ask God to be our Teacher.

In this week’s Friday Focus episode, Emily and Emaley sit down with Claudia Barba — Southland's 2025 ladies' retreat speaker. She and her husband started Press On Ministries to encourage and strengthen local churches across the country.Claudia shares practical and heartfelt wisdom for women seeking to grow in their walk with God. She discusses the importance of cultivating a consistent relationship with Christ, identifies some of the most common pitfalls facing wives, moms, and ladies in the church today, and offers biblical weapons for overcoming fear and worry.You’ll also hear how God led her to begin writing devotionals for women — and how He continues to use that ministry to inspire others to press on in faith.You can find Claudia Barba's books on Amazon or at www.ipresson.com.

In this week’s episode of The Word Within, Micah Herbster is joined by longtime Southland staff member Cody Bill to unpack the fourth stanza of Psalm 119. The psalmist, clinging to life “in the dust,” cries out for revival through the Word of God. Join us as we learn what it truly means to be adhered to God’s way—not by our own strength, but by the sustaining power of His Word.

On this week’s Friday Focus episode of Walk Talk, we welcome Pastor Earl Sides, Discipleship Pastor at Worth Baptist Church. Since joining the Worth staff in 2016, Pastor Sides has faithfully overseen the church’s discipleship ministry and leads the Bridge to Recovery program. With over thirty years of ministry experience in youth, music, and pastoral leadership, he brings both wisdom and compassion to his current role.In this conversation, Pastor Sides shares how biblical counseling is not merely a program but a ministry of applying God’s sufficient Word to life’s most difficult struggles. He explains the importance of coming alongside people with truth and grace, pointing them to the hope of Christ, and helping them find lasting change through Scripture. As 2 Timothy 3:16–17 reminds us, “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: that the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.”👉 Learn more & listen to Pastor Sides’ sermons: Worth Baptist Sermon Library

Be sure to leave Walk Talks a review and connect with Micah Herbster by emailing mdherbster@southlandcamp.org.//Micah is joined by his brother, Malachi Herbster, to walk through the third stanza of Psalm 119. This passage is framed by the psalmist’s identity as a servant of God—an identity that brings both confidence and conflict. Surrounded by opposition and hardship, the psalmist finds rest in knowing he lives for God, not for himself. Ironically, it is his faithfulness to God’s Word that stirs up the very trouble he faces.What about us? When the blessed way collides with the popular way, will we bend? Or, like the psalmist, will we remain steadfast—choosing the blessed way, even as strangers in this world?

For the past 20 years, Amy Bill and her husband, Cody, have poured their lives into serving full-time at Southland. Along the way, they’ve gathered stories, wisdom, and a deep love for camp ministry that continues to impact countless lives. In this episode, Emily and Emaley sit down with Amy for a heartfelt conversation about her upbringing, her walk with the Lord, and the journey of faithfulness that’s shaped who she is today. You’ll laugh, be encouraged, and come away inspired by Amy’s story.

Last week, Micah Gillespie and Micah Herbster explored the way of cleansing from Psalm 119:9–12. This week, Micah Herbster is joined by Daniel Sisk to dive into the next portion of this powerful stanza. Together they highlight how a life cleansed by God’s Word naturally leads to action. What does it mean to take heed to the Scriptures each day? How does obedience bring strength, joy, and blessing into the believer’s walk? Join the conversation and discover how God’s plan for life is not only pure but deeply practical.

Join Mike Herbster in remembering the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk. As the leader of Turning Point USA, Charlie had opportunity to promote conservative values all around the world. But Charlie was not satisfied to just teach policy, he was bold in declaring the Gospel of Christ. As christians across America mourn his death there should be a thankfulness for his life as well as a response of following in Charlie's gospel boldness.//Clips of Charlie compiled from The George Janko Show, Legacy Church, Daily Does of Wisdom, The Iced Coffee Hour, and Club Random Podcast.

In this second episode of The Word Within, Micah Herbster is joined by Scott Bratt to break apart Psalm 119:1-8. What is the purpose of the longest Psalm in the Bible? How does it inform us in what to expect in the coming stanzas? Tune in today to catch a preview of God's way of blessing!

Join Micah Herbster in a conversation with Evangelist Rich Tozour. In this week's episode, Rich Tozour challenges the listener with the importance of Bible meditation. According to Joshua 1:8, meditation is part of the key to victorious christian living. Listen now!//Rich Tozour grew up in a small town in Southern New Jersey. He trusted Jesus Christ as his Savior in February of 1977 after his dad explained the Gospel to him. He went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in Bible from Pensacola Christian College in Florida in 1989.Rich met Angela Wessberg at college. She is the daughter of Lars & Phyllis Wessberg and grew up living in a trailer with her family in full-time evangelism. Rich traveled as a college representative for PCC from 1989-1992 (One year was spent among missionary schools all over the globe.). Rich and Angela were married in 1993 and moved to Kansas City where they joined Eagle Heights Baptist Church and taught in the church’s Christian school for a year. The couple launched into full-time evangelism in 1994 and have ministered in local churches across America ever since. The Tozours have three daughters, all born in Kansas City, Missouri. Briana, the firstborn, joined the family in May 1996. Heather was born in November 1999, and Lanae [la-NAY] in October 2010. All three girls grew up “on the road,” living in a fifth-wheel trailer, enjoying travel, photography, and sightseeing.//*Bio taken from tozourministries.org.

Today's episode marks the beginning of a year long study through the longest Psalm in the Hebrews Psalm-book - Psalm 119. Micah Herbster is joined by Mike Herbster to discuss the layout, purpose, author, and power of the Psalm as well as challenge the listener with the overarching theme of this year's study. The Word is meant to penetrate the heart of God's people and to change lives from the inside out.Towards the end of the podcast, Micah Herbster shares a quote that sums up the point of this study:“By holding [the Word] in our hearts is meant not only a knowledge of the word, but an assent to it; not only an assent to it, but a serious and sound digestion of it by meditation; not only a digestion, but a constant respect to it, that we may not transgress it as it is a rule, nor lose it as it is a treasure, but may have it ready and forthcoming upon all occasions.” Thomas MantonMake your plans to tune in each week for the Walk Talks study through Psalm 119.

Four weeks from today, Walk Talks will launch a new series through Psalm 119 entitled The Word Within. David's prayer to the Lord in this Psalm is one that highlights the importance of God's Word being embedded in the heart of His people. David prays numerous times for the Word to affect his heart. It's that prayer that has given way to the title of this new series. Micah Herbster will sit down with the Southland staff to discuss and glean from this beloved Psalm each week. Make your plans to take part in this study!

Ron DeGarde serves the local church as a full-time evangelist. He and his family have traveled the world preaching the gospel and strengthening the Lord's people. Ron says on his website, "I am honored to serve the Lord as an evangelist, sharing His word with passion and purpose. Outside of ministry, I have a love for sports, especially football, basketball, and golf. My family and I also enjoy traveling, scuba diving, and discovering new adventures. You can often find me at a local coffee shop, appreciating a great cup of  coffee."Join Malachi Herbster for today's conversation with evangelist Ron DeGarde.//Learn more about Ron's ministry: https://www.rdmin.org

This week on Walk Talks, Michael McIntyre leads us through Philippians 2:9-18, where Paul emphasizes Christ’s humility and obedience. We’ll explore how God exalted Jesus and what it means for us to “work out our salvation with fear and trembling.” Michael unpacks how living humbly and faithfully enables us to shine like stars in a world full of darkness, staying rooted in the Word of life.

This week on Walk Talks, Michael McIntyre leads us through Philippians 2:9-18, where Paul emphasizes Christ’s humility and obedience. We’ll explore how God exalted Jesus and what it means for us to “work out our salvation with fear and trembling.” Michael unpacks how living humbly and faithfully enables us to shine like stars in a world full of darkness, staying rooted in the Word of life.

This week on Walk Talks, Michael McIntyre leads us through Philippians 2:9-18, where Paul emphasizes Christ’s humility and obedience. We’ll explore how God exalted Jesus and what it means for us to “work out our salvation with fear and trembling.” Michael unpacks how living humbly and faithfully enables us to shine like stars in a world full of darkness, staying rooted in the Word of life.

This week’s Friday Focus is hosted by Malachi Herbster and Scott Bratt, who both serve as full-time staff at Southland Christian Ministries. Today, Malachi and Scott have the opportunity to talk with Rob Moore, a member of Southland’s Board of Directors, who also works as a defense attorney in the city of Ringgold. Rob shares details from his life, including his childhood and upbringing, his salvation testimony, and ultimately how he came to pursue a law degree. He also discusses the difficult obstacles he has faced as a Christian working in criminal law. Be sure to tune in next week for part two of this interview with Rob Moore.

This week we are joined by Dan Sisk, who serves as the Program Director at Southland Christian Ministries. Dan takes us through Philippians 2:1-8, highlighting the importance of humility and unity in our Christian walk. We explore how Christ’s example of selflessness and servanthood should influence our attitudes and relationships with others. Dan shares practical insights on living out these principles in everyday life, emphasizing the need for a Christ-centered mindset in both personal and ministry contexts. Join us as we dive deep into the heart of this passage and discuss what it means to walk in humility, following the example of Jesus.

This week we are joined by Dan Sisk, who serves as the Program Director at Southland Christian Ministries. Dan takes us through Philippians 2:1-8, highlighting the importance of humility and unity in our Christian walk. We explore how Christ’s example of selflessness and servanthood should influence our attitudes and relationships with others. Dan shares practical insights on living out these principles in everyday life, emphasizing the need for a Christ-centered mindset in both personal and ministry contexts. Join us as we dive deep into the heart of this passage and discuss what it means to walk in humility, following the example of Jesus.