Journey Christian Church Podcast

Series: First Love Living | Restructuring Authority | August 10, 2025Before Ephesus lost their first love – they HAD a small but mighty church that was changing the world.  Ephesus was the gateway between Asia & Europe, along with being the guardian of the temple of Artemus (Diana – Wonder woman!), and hosted one of the greatest libraries of the First Century.  It was a city that had a higher percentage of literate people than almost every other city in the world.  It garnered wealth and influence and shared it through the thousands who passed through.  And even though the Christian community was small, it celebrated some of the greatest leaders and teachers of the new Christian era – Paul, Timothy, the Apostle John, Priscilla & Aquila, Apollos, and more!   Of all the churches of the first century, it’s the church MANY of us pastors & leaders aspire to become. This summer, we’ll dig into the Scriptures regarding Ephesus, and especially the letter Paul wrote to it, gleaning from the story how to grow and keep a “First Love Life” with God.

Series: First Love Living | Making our house a First-Love Home  | August 3, 2025Before Ephesus lost their first love – they HAD a small but mighty church that was changing the world.  Ephesus was the gateway between Asia & Europe, along with being the guardian of the temple of Artemus (Diana – Wonder woman!), and hosted one of the greatest libraries of the First Century.  It was a city that had a higher percentage of literate people than almost every other city in the world.  It garnered wealth and influence and shared it through the thousands who passed through.  And even though the Christian community was small, it celebrated some of the greatest leaders and teachers of the new Christian era – Paul, Timothy, the Apostle John, Priscilla & Aquila, Apollos, and more!   Of all the churches of the first century, it’s the church MANY of us pastors & leaders aspire to become. This summer, we’ll dig into the Scriptures regarding Ephesus, and especially the letter Paul wrote to it, gleaning from the story how to grow and keep a “First Love Life” with God.

Series: First Love Living | The Best Way To Love  | July 27, 2025Before Ephesus lost their first love – they HAD a small but mighty church that was changing the world.  Ephesus was the gateway between Asia & Europe, along with being the guardian of the temple of Artemus (Diana – Wonder woman!), and hosted one of the greatest libraries of the First Century.  It was a city that had a higher percentage of literate people than almost every other city in the world.  It garnered wealth and influence and shared it through the thousands who passed through.  And even though the Christian community was small, it celebrated some of the greatest leaders and teachers of the new Christian era – Paul, Timothy, the Apostle John, Priscilla & Aquila, Apollos, and more!   Of all the churches of the first century, it’s the church MANY of us pastors & leaders aspire to become. This summer, we’ll dig into the Scriptures regarding Ephesus, and especially the letter Paul wrote to it, gleaning from the story how to grow and keep a “First Love Life” with God.

Series: First Love Living | Dressing up in Purity  | July 20, 2025Before Ephesus lost their first love – they HAD a small but mighty church that was changing the world.  Ephesus was the gateway between Asia & Europe, along with being the guardian of the temple of Artemus (Diana – Wonder woman!), and hosted one of the greatest libraries of the First Century.  It was a city that had a higher percentage of literate people than almost every other city in the world.  It garnered wealth and influence and shared it through the thousands who passed through.  And even though the Christian community was small, it celebrated some of the greatest leaders and teachers of the new Christian era – Paul, Timothy, the Apostle John, Priscilla & Aquila, Apollos, and more!   Of all the churches of the first century, it’s the church MANY of us pastors & leaders aspire to become. This summer, we’ll dig into the Scriptures regarding Ephesus, and especially the letter Paul wrote to it, gleaning from the story how to grow and keep a “First Love Life” with God.

Series: First Love Living | Maturing in our Calling  | July 13, 2025Before Ephesus lost their first love – they HAD a small but mighty church that was changing the world.  Ephesus was the gateway between Asia & Europe, along with being the guardian of the temple of Artemus (Diana – Wonder woman!), and hosted one of the greatest libraries of the First Century.  It was a city that had a higher percentage of literate people than almost every other city in the world.  It garnered wealth and influence and shared it through the thousands who passed through.  And even though the Christian community was small, it celebrated some of the greatest leaders and teachers of the new Christian era – Paul, Timothy, the Apostle John, Priscilla & Aquila, Apollos, and more!   Of all the churches of the first century, it’s the church MANY of us pastors & leaders aspire to become. This summer, we’ll dig into the Scriptures regarding Ephesus, and especially the letter Paul wrote to it, gleaning from the story how to grow and keep a “First Love Life” with God.

Series: First Love Living | More Than We Can Imagine  | July 6, 2025Before Ephesus lost their first love – they HAD a small but mighty church that was changing the world. Ephesus was the gateway between Asia & Europe, along with being the guardian of the temple of Artemus (Diana – Wonder woman!), and hosted one of the greatest libraries of the First Century. It was a city that had a higher percentage of literate people than almost every other city in the world. It garnered wealth and influence and shared it through the thousands who passed through. And even though the Christian community was small, it celebrated some of the greatest leaders and teachers of the new Christian era – Paul, Timothy, the Apostle John, Priscilla & Aquila, Apollos, and more! Of all the churches of the first century, it’s the church MANY of us pastors & leaders aspire to become. This summer, we’ll dig into the Scriptures regarding Ephesus, and especially the letter Paul wrote to it, gleaning from the story how to grow and keep a “First Love Life” with God.

Series: First Love Living | Destroying the Dividing Wall  | June 29, 2025

Series: First Love Living | Welcome To The Family  | June 22, 2025Before Ephesus lost their first love – they HAD a small but mighty church that was changing the world. Ephesus was the gateway between Asia & Europe, along with being the guardian of the temple of Artemus (Diana – Wonder woman!), and hosted one of the greatest libraries of the First Century. It was a city that had a higher percentage of literate people than almost every other city in the world. It garnered wealth and influence and shared it through the thousands who passed through. And even though the Christian community was small, it celebrated some of the greatest leaders and teachers of the new Christian era – Paul, Timothy, the Apostle John, Priscilla & Aquila, Apollos, and more! Of all the churches of the first century, it’s the church MANY of us pastors & leaders aspire to become. This summer, we’ll dig into the Scriptures regarding Ephesus, and especially the letter Paul wrote to it, gleaning from the story how to grow and keep a “First Love Life” with God.

Series: First Love Living | What’s In a Name | June 15, 2025Before Ephesus lost their first love – they HAD a small but mighty church that was changing the world. Ephesus was the gateway between Asia & Europe, along with being the guardian of the temple of Artemus (Diana – Wonder woman!), and hosted one of the greatest libraries of the First Century. It was a city that had a higher percentage of literate people than almost every other city in the world. It garnered wealth and influence and shared it through the thousands who passed through. And even though the Christian community was small, it celebrated some of the greatest leaders and teachers of the new Christian era – Paul, Timothy, the Apostle John, Priscilla & Aquila, Apollos, and more! Of all the churches of the first century, it’s the church MANY of us pastors & leaders aspire to become. This summer, we’ll dig into the Scriptures regarding Ephesus, and especially the letter Paul wrote to it, gleaning from the story how to grow and keep a “First Love Life” with God.

Series: First Love Living | How Love is Lost | June 1, 2025Before Ephesus lost their first love – they HAD a small but mighty church that was changing the world. Ephesus was the gateway between Asia & Europe, along with being the guardian of the temple of Artemus (Diana – Wonder woman!), and hosted one of the greatest libraries of the First Century. It was a city that had a higher percentage of literate people than almost every other city in the world. It garnered wealth and influence and shared it through the thousands who passed through. And even though the Christian community was small, it celebrated some of the greatest leaders and teachers of the new Christian era – Paul, Timothy, the Apostle John, Priscilla & Aquila, Apollos, and more! Of all the churches of the first century, it’s the church MANY of us pastors & leaders aspire to become. This summer, we’ll dig into the Scriptures regarding Ephesus, and especially the letter Paul wrote to it, gleaning from the story how to grow and keep a “First Love Life” with God.

Series: First Love LIVING| Foundation Test | June 8, 2025Before Ephesus lost their first love – they HAD a small but mighty church that was changing the world. Ephesus was the gateway between Asia & Europe, along with being the guardian of the temple of Artemus (Diana – Wonder woman!), and hosted one of the greatest libraries of the First Century. It was a city that had a higher percentage of literate people than almost every other city in the world. It garnered wealth and influence and shared it through the thousands who passed through. And even though the Christian community was small, it celebrated some of the greatest leaders and teachers of the new Christian era – Paul, Timothy, the Apostle John, Priscilla & Aquila, Apollos, and more! Of all the churches of the first century, it’s the church MANY of us pastors & leaders aspire to become. This summer, we’ll dig into the Scriptures regarding Ephesus, and especially the letter Paul wrote to it, gleaning from the story how to grow and keep a “First Love Life” with God.

Series: Graduation Sunday | The Power of Example | May 25. 2025Before Ephesus lost their first love – they HAD a small but mighty church that was changing the world. Ephesus was the gateway between Asia & Europe, along with being the guardian of the temple of Artemus (Diana – Wonder woman!), and hosted one of the greatest libraries of the First Century. It was a city that had a higher percentage of literate people than almost every other city in the world. It garnered wealth and influence and shared it through the thousands who passed through. And even though the Christian community was small, it celebrated some of the greatest leaders and teachers of the new Christian era – Paul, Timothy, the Apostle John, Priscilla & Aquila, Apollos, and more! Of all the churches of the first century, it’s the church MANY of us pastors & leaders aspire to become. This summer, we’ll dig into the Scriptures regarding Ephesus, and especially the letter Paul wrote to it, gleaning from the story how to grow and keep a “First Love Life” with God.

Series: Rest Done Right | The Abundant Life Jesus Offers | May 18, 2025Most people have experienced a moment or season where they felt “burnout”. Ithappens when a person suffers physical or mental collapse as a result of overwork, stress orphysiological exhaustion. In some cases, the effects can last for weeks and months and requiremedical attention. God KNEW that our design requires a regular rhythm of restoration & repair, andcreated something called “SABBATH” for all mankind to enjoy, yet few people actually practice it well.This series is designed to train ALL of us as individuals and families on the four main practices ofSABBATH, and help us change our lifestyle from BURNOUT to BLESSED.

Series: Rest Done Right | Are you really Sabbathing?  | May 11, 2025Most people have experienced a moment or season where they felt “burnout”. Ithappens when a person suffers physical or mental collapse as a result of overwork, stress orphysiological exhaustion. In some cases, the effects can last for weeks and months and requiremedical attention. God KNEW that our design requires a regular rhythm of restoration & repair, andcreated something called “SABBATH” for all mankind to enjoy, yet few people actually practice it well.This series is designed to train ALL of us as individuals and families on the four main practices ofSABBATH, and help us change our lifestyle from BURNOUT to BLESSED.

Series: Rest Done Right | The Myth of Balance | May 4, 2025Most people have experienced a moment or season where they felt “burnout”. Ithappens when a person suffers physical or mental collapse as a result of overwork, stress orphysiological exhaustion. In some cases, the effects can last for weeks and months and requiremedical attention. God KNEW that our design requires a regular rhythm of restoration & repair, andcreated something called “SABBATH” for all mankind to enjoy, yet few people actually practice it well.This series is designed to train ALL of us as individuals and families on the four main practices ofSABBATH, and help us change our lifestyle from BURNOUT to BLESSED.

Series: Rest Done Right | Stopping my Candle-Thinking | April 27, 2025Most people have experienced a moment or season where they felt “burnout”. Ithappens when a person suffers physical or mental collapse as a result of overwork, stress orphysiological exhaustion. In some cases, the effects can last for weeks and months and requiremedical attention. God KNEW that our design requires a regular rhythm of restoration & repair, andcreated something called “SABBATH” for all mankind to enjoy, yet few people actually practice it well.This series is designed to train ALL of us as individuals and families on the four main practices ofSABBATH, and help us change our lifestyle from BURNOUT to BLESSED.

Series: I AM | THE Life | April 20, 2025Easter is a day we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus.  Humanity views it as a Holiday (holy day), and celebrates with candy, egg hunts, and other family traditions.  But to Jesus, Easter is much more than that – it’s not just an annual event to Him, it’s a lifestyle He offers us.  Jesus promised the disciples that He ALONE is our Way, our Truth and our Life.  As we lead into the resurrection, we’ll dive deeper into this incredible promise Jesus made to his disciples and all of us as His followers.

Series: I AM | Jesus is the Truth | April 13, 2025Easter is a day we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus.  Humanity views it as a Holiday (holy day), and celebrates with candy, egg hunts, and other family traditions.  But to Jesus, Easter is much more than that – it’s not just an annual event to Him, it’s a lifestyle He offers us.  Jesus promised the disciples that He ALONE is our Way, our Truth and our Life.  As we lead into the resurrection, we’ll dive deeper into this incredible promise Jesus made to his disciples and all of us as His followers.

Series: I AM | Jesus is the Way | April 6, 2025Easter is a day we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus.  Humanity views it as a Holiday (holy day), and celebrates with candy, egg hunts, and other family traditions.  But to Jesus, Easter is much more than that – it’s not just an annual event to Him, it’s a lifestyle He offers us.  Jesus promised the disciples that He ALONE is our Way, our Truth and our Life.  As we lead into the resurrection, we’ll dive deeper into this incredible promise Jesus made to his disciples and all of us as His followers.

Series: Elevate | Begin with the END in Mind | March 30, 2025When King David became established as the leader of Israel, he looked around andrecognized that the legacy he was building was more about his own house than the Lord’s. God usedDavid’s devotion to prepare both a Temple for the nation and a Messiah for the world. We recognizethe need to leave a better spiritual legacy for the next generations as well, and want to initiate aseason of laying down our own crowns to the God who is both WORTHY of all we have, andRELIABLE to bless our gifts.