Journey Calloway

How Did We Get The Bible | If you've ever wondered where the Bible came from—or whether Christianity really depends on “because the Bible says so”—this message helps you start in the right place: with Jesus.In this episode of Discovering Jesus, we explore the question behind so many doubts: How did we get the Bible, and can it really be trusted?The answer begins with an event, not a book.Before there was a Bible, there was the resurrection of Jesus. That moment launched a movement that changed history. Eyewitnesses wrote down what they saw, Luke carefully investigated their accounts, and centuries later those trusted first-century documents were compiled into the Bible we have today.This message will help you see:How the resurrection led to the church and eventually the BibleWhy Luke's Gospel is a carefully investigated historical accountWhy Christianity rises and falls on Jesus, not blind faith in a bookHow doubts can lead you deeper instead of pushing you awayWhy faith is discoverable, examinable, and investigableWhat it means to start your search for truth with JesusIf shallow answers have left you frustrated, this message gives you a better place to begin. Your faith doesn't have to rest on “just believe harder.” It can begin with evidence, history, eyewitnesses, and the person of Jesus.So if you've ever asked How Did We Get The Bible, this conversation will help you understand why the Bible exists in the first place—and why Jesus is the reason we have it.

Does Easter Make Any Difference? If you've ever wondered whether the resurrection actually changes anything in your real, everyday life—you're not alone.Maybe you've asked the honest question: Is it even true? And even if it is… what difference does it make when the world feels unstable and your life feels uncertain?Over the last few years, it's felt like crisis stacked on crisis—pandemic, financial pressure, division, loss, anxiety about the future. And on top of that, maybe you've faced personal loss, broken relationships, lost dreams, or questions you can't shake.So who really needs Easter?In this message, we look at the story of Thomas—often called “Doubting Thomas.” But maybe he wasn't doubting. Maybe he was just honest. He needed to see for himself. And when he came face-to-face with the risen Jesus, everything changed.You'll discover:• Why doubt doesn't disqualify you• What the resurrection means in uncertain times• How Jesus brings peace in the middle of chaos• Why Easter proves you don't have to face life alone• How you can trade unbelief for beliefWhen Jesus appeared to His friends in the middle of their fear, His first words were simple: “Peace be with you.”That's still His message today.If Easter is true, then Jesus is who He said He is.If Easter is true, you can trust what He promised.If Easter is true, you are not alone in your uncertainty.Life is uncertain. Jesus is not. Easter proves it.If you're curious, skeptical, hopeful, or hanging on by a thread—this message is for you. Take a moment to consider what it would look like to let Jesus become personal to you.

How to remain hopeful when life feels like it's falling apart? How to remain hopeful when what you trusted doesn't hold—and everything feels more fragile than you expected?In Part 3 of When The World Breaks, we wrestle with a question that hits close to home: how do you maintain hope in a hopelessly broken world?At some point, all of us experience the moment when the “wall” we leaned our life against starts to crumble. A relationship doesn't last. A career doesn't fulfill. A dream slips through your hands. And you're left wondering… what now?This message helps you understand why that happens—and where real hope is actually found.You'll discover:Why the world feels more broken than we expectedThe “ladder and wall” picture that explains misplaced hopeWhy even good things can let you downWhat Romans 8 reveals about suffering and frustrationHow to anchor your hope in something that won't collapseWhat it means that God is truly FOR youThis isn't about pretending everything is okay. It's about finding a kind of hope that doesn't disappear when life gets hard.Because the truth is—everything in this world can shift. But there is a love that never will.

Can God Change Me Even When Nothing Else Is Changing? You've prayed. You've asked. You've hoped. But the job didn't come through. The diagnosis didn't change. The relationship is still strained. And now you're wondering if God is absent—or if He's just silent.In Philippians 4:4–7, the apostle Paul writes about joy and peace while sitting under house arrest, waiting to stand trial before Emperor Nero. His circumstances weren't improving. If anything, they were getting worse. Yet he says, “Rejoice… Do not be anxious… Pray with thanksgiving.”How is that possible?This message is for anyone who feels stuck in uncertainty. For the person lying awake at night. For the parent worried about finances. For the one grieving, waiting, or quietly falling apart on the inside.You'll discover:• What Paul really meant by “Rejoice in the Lord always”• Why anxiety isn't something you ignore—but something you redirect• How prayer exposes what's really driving your fear• What it means for the peace of God to “guard” your heart and mind• Why sometimes God doesn't change your situation—but He changes youThis isn't about pretending everything is fine. It's not about denying fear or shaming doubt. It's about learning to pray until the peace comes.Because sometimes God calms the storm.And sometimes He steadies you in the middle of it.If you've ever prayed and nothing changed, maybe the better question is: What if God wants to change something in you?Try this prayer this week:“Heavenly Father, I need ______, and I'm afraid that if I don't get it, ______.”Then keep praying. Not until the circumstances change—but until the peace comes.

When the World Breaks is the question we all ask when life feels dark and uncertain. Is God still working when everything feels unstable? When prayers seem unanswered? When the future feels unclear?In this message from Mark 14:17–29, we look at one of the most uncertain moments in history—the night before Jesus' arrest. His closest followers were anxious, confused, and afraid. Betrayal was coming. Suffering was near. The future felt dark. And yet Jesus was calm, purposeful, and confident.Why?Because when life is uncertain, God is not.In this message, you'll discover:Why uncertainty often makes us doubt God's loveWhat the Last Supper reveals about God's faithfulness in dark momentsHow to trust God when you can't see what He's doingWhy God is still active even when there's no visible evidenceTwo practical steps to strengthen your faith during uncertain seasonsIf you're facing anxiety about your future, your family, your health, your job, your marriage, or the state of the world—this message is for you. The Bible doesn't ignore uncertainty. It meets it head-on. And it reminds us that even when everything feels fragile, God is steady.You may not see what He's doing right now.But that doesn't mean He isn't working.

The Simple Plan to Financial Freedom isn't complicated—but it does require a shift in how you think about money. Many people keep repeating the same financial mistakes and wonder why nothing ever changes. Pain without progress leaves you stuck.In Part 2 of our Unlost series, we talk about why people don't learn from financial mistakes and how God provides a clear, practical framework to help you get unlost financially. Being lost financially isn't just about debt—it's about direction. And without a plan, it's easy to end up right back where you started.In this message, you'll discover:Why we keep repeating the same money mistakesHow thinking like a manager (not an owner) changes everythingWhy tracking your spending brings clarity and controlHow bad debt limits your freedom and optionsThe simple plan to financial freedom Jesus taught: give, save, then liveThis isn't about guilt or pressure.It's about learning from the past so you don't relive it.And it's about creating a future where money no longer controls your peace, purpose, or priorities.

Why Jesus Talks So Much About Money may feel uncomfortable—but it's not because He wants something from you. It's because He wants something for you. Many people don't realize they're lost financially until the stress, anxiety, and pressure start shaping every part of life.In this message, we kick off a new series called Unlost by addressing one of the most personal and powerful areas Jesus spoke about: money. You can be confident and still be lost. You can look successful and still be lost. And you can't fully follow Jesus and be lost financially.You'll discover:Why Jesus talks so much about money and the heartHow money quietly competes for control of your lifeWhat it really means to be lost financiallyWhy financial stress impacts relationships, peace, and purposeHow surrender—not shame—is the path to freedomThis isn't about asking for your money.It's about helping you find peace, clarity, and freedom in an area that causes stress for so many people. When you see money the way Jesus sees it, your entire life gets better—and you get better at life.

Intentionality Creates Deeper Connection in relationships, even when life feels busy, overwhelming, and out of control. Many of us want deeper relationships, but our calendars, commitments, and priorities quietly work against what matters most.In Part 3 of the series The Things Nobody Tells You About Relationships, we explore why deep connection doesn't happen accidentally—and why intentional rhythms are the key to building meaningful relationships with the people you love most. Jesus modeled a way of life that protected time, energy, and focus for what truly matters.You'll discover:Why intentionality creates deeper connection over timeHow busyness and “good opportunities” can crowd out what matters mostWhat intentional rhythms actually look like in real lifeWhy saying no is sometimes the most loving choicePractical steps to align your calendar with your valuesIf you've ever felt stretched thin, disconnected, or frustrated by how fast life moves, this message offers a better way forward. Deeper relationships don't come from doing more—they come from choosing wisely and living intentionally.

Vulnerability Creates Deeper Connection in relationships—even though it often feels uncomfortable, risky, or awkward. Many of us want deeper relationships, but we avoid the very thing that makes them possible: honest vulnerability.

Generosity Creates Deeper Connection in relationships—but not in the way most of us think. When life feels busy and overwhelming, we often try to create connection through gifts, trips, or special moments. But those things don't always deliver the closeness we're hoping for.You'll discover:Why generosity creates deeper connection than gifts or experiencesHow giving yourself matters more than giving thingsWhy love always expresses itself through generosityHow Jesus modeled deep connection by laying down His lifePractical ways generosity can transform your marriage, family, and friendshipsIf you've ever felt disconnected from the people you love—even while trying really hard—this message offers a better way forward. Deep connection isn't about doing more. It's about giving differently.

We all have excuses that sound like reasons but act like barriers. In this teaching series, Free Me, we'll discover how Jesus helps us see them for what they are and step into the life we were created for.

We all have excuses that sound like reasons but act like barriers. In this teaching series, Free Me, we'll discover how Jesus helps us see them for what they are and step into the life we were created for.

Remarkable Grace // Matt JohnsonThe real Christmas story isn't a polished Hallmark movie — it's full of sinners, scandals, and messy pasts. In Sinners and Scandals: The Christmas Story They Never Told You, discover why God chose to include them in Jesus' story and why that's good news for you.

Can God Still Use Me After What I've Done? The Christmas Story They Never Told You  //  Matt JohnsonThe real Christmas story isn't a polished Hallmark movie — it's full of sinners, scandals, and messy pasts. In Sinners and Scandals: The Christmas Story They Never Told You, discover why God chose to include them in Jesus' story and why that's good news for you.

The Christmas Story They Never Told You // Jarrod MartinThe real Christmas story isn't a polished Hallmark movie — it's full of sinners, scandals, and messy pasts. In Sinners and Scandals: The Christmas Story They Never Told You, discover why God chose to include them in Jesus' story and why that's good news for you.

We're all chasing happiness, but the more we make life all about us, the less satisfied we become. In Hunting for Happiness, discover why true happiness is found through purpose and meaning bigger than yourself.

What You're Really Looking For // Jeff FuchsWe're all chasing happiness, but the more we make life all about us, the less satisfied we become. In Hunting for Happiness, discover why true happiness is found through purpose and meaning bigger than yourself.

Solving The Mystery of Meaning // Matt JohnsonWe're all chasing happiness, but the more we make life all about us, the less satisfied we become. In Hunting for Happiness, discover why true happiness is found through purpose and meaning bigger than yourself.

Why Chasing Happiness Makes You Unhappy // Matt JohnsonWe're all chasing happiness, but the more we make life all about us, the less satisfied we become. In Hunting for Happiness, discover why true happiness is found through purpose and meaning bigger than yourself.

The Mindset That Changes How You Handle Everything // Matt JohnsonEver wish you could keep your cool when life feels unfair or people push your buttons? In Reactions Speak Louder Than Words, you'll discover how to react in a healthier way and stand out in a reactive world. You might just find your greatest impact isn't what you say—it's how you react.

Ever wish you could keep your cool when life feels unfair or people push your buttons? In Reactions Speak Louder Than Words, you'll discover how to react in a healthier way and stand out in a reactive world. You might just find your greatest impact isn't what you say—it's how you react.

Ever wish you could keep your cool when life feels unfair or people push your buttons? In Reactions Speak Louder Than Words, you'll discover how to react in a healthier way and stand out in a reactive world. You might just find your greatest impact isn't what you say—it's how you react.

Choose Better Than Even // Jarrod MartinWe've all had to deal with people who are controlling, manipulative, or just plain mean—and it's tempting to fight back! But getting even usually leaves us feeling worse not better. In this series, Mean People, we'll explore a different way to respond that protects your peace and helps you become the kind of person you actually want to be.

We've all had to deal with people who are controlling, manipulative, or just plain mean—and it's tempting to fight back! But getting even usually leaves us feeling worse not better. In this series, Mean People, we'll explore a different way to respond that protects your peace and helps you become the kind of person you actually want to be.

Ever wonder if you're doing anything with your life that will matter after you're gone? In this series, Extraordinary Story, you'll discover how God uses ordinary people to make a meaningful difference in the world. You might just discover this story can be yours, too!

Ever wonder if you're doing anything with your life that will matter after you're gone? In this series, Extraordinary Story, you'll discover how God uses ordinary people to make a meaningful difference in the world. You might just discover this story can be yours, too!

A Story of Opportunities // Matt JohnsonEver wonder if you're doing anything with your life that will matter after you're gone? In this series, Extraordinary Story, you'll discover how God uses ordinary people to make a meaningful difference in the world. You might just discover this story can be yours, too!

Ever wonder if you're doing anything with your life that will matter after you're gone? In this series, Extraordinary Story, you'll discover how God uses ordinary people to make a meaningful difference in the world. You might just discover this story can be yours, too!

We all know what it's like to feel like we don't measure up, but what if those feelings aren't the end of the story? In this series, Simply Amazing, we're exploring something that can free you from guilt, replace shame with peace, and offer a fresh start—no matter who you are or what you've done.

Finding Full-Story Grace // Matt JohnsonWe all know what it's like to feel like we don't measure up, but what if those feelings aren't the end of the story? In this series, Simply Amazing, we're exploring something that can free you from guilt, replace shame with peace, and offer a fresh start—no matter who you are or what you've done.

When Marian Met Grace // Matt JohnsonWe all know what it's like to feel like we don't measure up, but what if those feelings aren't the end of the story? In this series, Simply Amazing, we're exploring something that can free you from guilt, replace shame with peace, and offer a fresh start—no matter who you are or what you've done.

Be Glad God's Not Fair // Matt JohnsonWe all know what it's like to feel like we don't measure up, but what if those feelings aren't the end of the story? In this series, Simply Amazing, we're exploring something that can free you from guilt, replace shame with peace, and offer a fresh start—no matter who you are or what you've done.

We all know what it's like to feel like we don't measure up, but what if those feelings aren't the end of the story? In this series, Simply Amazing, we're exploring something that can free you from guilt, replace shame with peace, and offer a fresh start—no matter who you are or what you've done.

Everybody loves a good story—especially when it's one that's still being written. In our new series, The Acts of Us, we're exploring how real people—flawed, messy, normal people—ended up changing the world. And why that same kind of impact is possible for you, too.

Everybody loves a good story—especially when it's one that's still being written. In our new series, The Acts of Us, we're exploring how real people—flawed, messy, normal people—ended up changing the world. And why that same kind of impact is possible for you, too.

Everybody loves a good story—especially when it's one that's still being written. In our new series, The Acts of Us, we're exploring how real people—flawed, messy, normal people—ended up changing the world. And why that same kind of impact is possible for you, too.

Everybody loves a good story—especially when it's one that's still being written. In our new series, The Acts of Us, we're exploring how real people—flawed, messy, normal people—ended up changing the world. And why that same kind of impact is possible for you, too.

Everybody loves a good story—especially when it's one that's still being written. In our new series, The Acts of Us, we're exploring how real people—flawed, messy, normal people—ended up changing the world. And why that same kind of impact is possible for you, too.

Everybody loves a good story—especially when it's one that's still being written. In our new series, The Acts of Us, we're exploring how real people—flawed, messy, normal people—ended up changing the world. And why that same kind of impact is possible for you, too.

Everybody loves a good story—especially when it's one that's still being written. In our new series, The Acts of Us, we're exploring how real people—flawed, messy, normal people—ended up changing the world. And why that same kind of impact is possible for you, too.

The Work You Love // Jarrod MartinTired of dreading Mondays and feeling like your work lacks meaning? It doesn't have to be that way, and it's definitely not what God designed you for. Discover a fresh perspective on work as a purposeful partnership with God and bring joy and fulfillment to your daily tasks, no matter what you do. You might just find yourself saying, Thank God for Mondays!