In Acts 14, we find Paul and Barnabas completing their first missionary journey—traveling dusty Roman roads, preaching in unfamiliar cities, and facing both revival and riot. They were not part-time Christians or weekend missionaries. They were all in. And here is the most important thing we learn from their journey: Jesus isn’t just looking for… Continue reading Why Jesus Wants All of You: Moving the Gospel from Your Head to Your Heart
We tend to think of big spiritual moments as once-in-a-lifetime events. You raise your hand. You walk the aisle. You get baptized. You capture and circle the date in your Bible. Those are incredible moments. Don’t downplay them. But they’re just the beginning. The truth is: following Jesus isn’t a decision you make once and… Continue reading One Decision You’ll Never Regret Making Again Tomorrow
In Acts 13, the church in Antioch was thriving. It had dynamic worship, powerful teaching, and five gifted leaders—including Barnabas and Saul. But in the middle of one of their worship gatherings, the Holy Spirit said something unexpected in Acts 13:2: “Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have… Continue reading Is Your Yes on the Table?
What do you do when there’s nothing else you can do? That’s the question the early church faced in Acts 12. One of their beloved leaders, James, had just been executed. Peter—perhaps the most visible and important figure in the church at the time—was arrested and awaiting his own public execution. And there was nothing… Continue reading Pray Like It Matters More Than Anything Else
I’ll admit it, I’m shamelessly borrowing this idea. My friend Stuart, who pastors a fantastic church down in Florida, recently posted a summer reading list for his congregation. I loved the idea so much that I decided to make one of my own. (Thanks, Stuart.) Summer is a great time to slow down a little,… Continue reading 📚 Pastor Josh’s Summer Reads
Joshua Wester 