Podcast appearances and mentions of joy church

Join us in worship and praise of Jesus! Today's message centers around this question: "What practices sustain a church in being a lighthouse?"

Join us for worship! Today's message focuses on the second part of Peter's Pentecost Sermon.

Today we celebrate the power of the Holy Spirit in Pentecost.

Today is Ascension Sunday! Join us as we praise Jesus!

Today is Ascension Sunday! Join us as we praise Jesus!

Today is Ascension Sunday! Join us as we praise Jesus!

Today is Ascension Sunday! Join us as we praise Jesus!

Today is Ascension Sunday! Join us as we praise Jesus!

Today is Ascension Sunday! Join us as we praise Jesus!

Join us as we celebrate our risen Lord and Savior, Jesus! Today's message is, 'We Believe in the Resurrection, Part 3"

Join us as we celebrate our risen Lord and Savior, Jesus! Today's message is, 'We Believe in the Resurrection, Part 3"

Join us as we celebrate our risen Lord and Savior, Jesus! Today's message is, 'We Believe in the Resurrection, Part 3"

Join us for worship and praise of our Savior Jesus! Today's message is, "We believe in the resurrection, Part 2"

Join us for worship and praise of our Savior Jesus! Today's message is, "We believe in the resurrection, Part 2"

Join us for worship and praise of our Savior Jesus! Today's message is, "We believe in the resurrection, Part 2"

Join us for worship and praise of our Savior Jesus!

Join us for worship and praise of our Savior Jesus!

Join us for worship and praise of our Savior Jesus!

Join us for worship and praise of our Savior Jesus!

Join us for worship and praise of our Savior Jesus!

Join us for worship and praise of our Savior Jesus!

Join us for worship and praise of our Savior Jesus!

Join us for worship and praise of our Savior Jesus!

Join us for worship and praise of our Savior Jesus!

Join us for Palm Sunday! Today's message is, "Rejoicing and Weeping" from Luke 19:28-44

Join us for Palm Sunday! Today's message is, "Rejoicing and Weeping" from Luke 19:28-44

Join us for Palm Sunday! Today's message is, "Rejoicing and Weeping" from Luke 19:28-44

Join us for our last evening of Lenten worship. Tonight's message is from Psalm 143.

Join us for our last evening of Lenten worship. Tonight's message is from Psalm 143.

Join us for our last evening of Lenten worship. Tonight's message is from Psalm 143.

Join us for worship. Today's message is from Romans 8:18-39, "The Hope and Love of God."

Join us for worship. Today's message is from Romans 8:18-39, "The Hope and Love of God."

Join us for worship. Today's message is from Romans 8:18-39, "The Hope and Love of God."

Join us for worship. Today's message is from Romans 8:18-39, "The Hope and Love of God."

Join us for worship. Today's message is from Romans 8:18-39, "The Hope and Love of God."

Join us for worship. Today's message is from Romans 8:18-39, "The Hope and Love of God."

Join us for worship. Today's message is from Romans 8:18-39, "The Hope and Love of God."

Join us for our Lenten worship. Pastor Bob Simmons will give tonight's message from Psalm 130.

Join us for our Lenten worship. Pastor Bob Simmons will give tonight's message from Psalm 130.

Join us for our Lenten worship. Pastor Bob Simmons will give tonight's message from Psalm 130.

Join us for our Lenten worship. Pastor Bob Simmons will give tonight's message from Psalm 130.

Join us for our Lenten worship. Pastor Bob Simmons will give tonight's message from Psalm 130.

Learn how to practically reach more people and make disciples using the most powerful gospel proclamation tools available in the 21st century.Jake is half-pastor, half-entrepreneur, and half-artist. Yeah, it doesn't make sense to him either. But sometimes it works! Jake and his wife Bethany pastor Joy Church in Eugene, OR. They tag-team raising Evie, Jack, and Penny. If he's not at a computer keyboard writing, he's hovering over piano keys or cheering on the Oregon Ducks. He loves good coffee, deep conversation with close friends, and books by dead British guys.We hope that this teaching left you more encouraged and equipped today. Ministers Fellowship International exists to help leaders build healthy, strong, impacting churches and to do so in a way that makes for a healthy leader.

Discover your divine purpose in this powerful message from special guest Pastor Ben Pierce - senior pastor of Generation Church in Jupiter FL! In "You Were Made for This," Pastor Ben reveals how God has uniquely designed you for this exact moment in history, with specific gifts and calling that only you can fulfill. Whether you're searching for meaning, feeling overwhelmed by today's darkness, or ready to step into your God-given destiny, this message will inspire you to embrace the unique purpose God has placed within you. Don't miss this encouraging word that reminds us we're not here by accident—we're living stones built on the foundation of Christ, equipped to shine brightly in these times!

Are you experiencing the subtle slide of backsliding without even realizing it? This eye-opening message reveals critical "backsliding barometers" that show when you're drifting away from God - from substituting Bible time for phone time, to finding church boring, to losing your ability to blush at sin. These warning signs aren't meant to condemn you but to pull you back from the edge before you fall into bondage and lose the freedom Christ died to give you. The incredible news is that when you step away from the culture's creek bank and give God all of you, you'll finally experience His very best - true freedom, lasting peace, genuine joy, and a life filled with divine purpose!

Join Pastor Jim for Part 2 of the transformative "Mentor" series, where he delivers powerful truths about faithfulness, character development, and the path to promotion in God's kingdom. Through compelling personal stories—from cleaning church bathrooms and prison ministry to handling offense early in his ministry—Pastor Jim illustrates how God qualifies us for greater assignments by testing our faithfulness in small things. With a blend of humor, transparency, and biblical wisdom, this message will challenge you to become a "learn-it-all" instead of a "know-it-all," emphasizing that the currency for promotion is faithfulness, not giftedness. Whether you're seeking practical guidance on being mentored, looking for encouragement in your current season of service, or need a reminder about the importance of local church community, this message will inspire you to embrace God's character-building process with joy and excellence.

Discover why everyone needs a mentor in Part 1 of Pastor Jim's compelling two-part series that will transform how you approach growth and learning. Pastor Jim encouragingly unpacks 13 powerful mentor mandates—from understanding that mentors are shortcuts to success, to recognizing that God stores portions of your destiny in someone else's wisdom. This message challenges the "know-it-all" culture of our online age and calls believers back to authentic community and biblical accountability. Whether you're navigating life transitions, seeking direction, or simply want to grow deeper in your faith, this message offers invaluable insights on learning from mistakes, choosing correction over permission, and embracing the mentors God places in your path—because moving forward with mentors is always better than cleaning up from consequences.

If today were your last day, how would you live it? Pastor James Biddle challenges you to stop drifting through life and start living every day with intentional purpose, contagious passion, eternal perspective, and awareness of God's presence. Through the story of Queen Esther and practical daily choices—like adding value to people, serving others, connecting with family, and giving something away—discover how your daily decisions become doorways to your future destiny. Learn why Christianity takes on new meaning when you stop focusing on yourself and start investing in others, understanding that the most important thing to God is souls because souls count. Will the things you're living for today be worth Jesus dying for, and in 50 years, who will remember you not for your charisma, but for how your faith in Christ impacted their life?

In this powerful continuation of the "Cultural Kids or Kids That Count" series, Pastor Jim delivers practical wisdom for raising children who can thrive in today's challenging culture, focusing on four essential gifts parents must give their children: a consistent Christian example that demonstrates integrity and stability (especially through strong marriages), unconditional love that accepts without affirming sin while providing truth and appropriate consequences, biblical wisdom that teaches children to ask "What does the Bible say?" when facing decisions, and genuine encouragement that builds character over performance. Through personal stories, biblical insights, and real-world applications, this message equips parents, grandparents, and anyone involved in shaping young lives with the tools to create resilient, faith-filled children who can navigate an increasingly difficult world while maintaining their Christian values and finding their identity in Christ rather than cultural approval.

Learning that today's decisions are connected to tomorrow's destiny. Discover the transformative power of your daily decisions in the uplifting new teaching series, Lunatic, from Pastor Jim! In this engaging series, Pastor Jim shares his personal journey of overcoming destructive habits and reveals how the choices we make today shape our tomorrow. With humor, heartfelt stories, and biblical wisdom from Galatians 6, get ready to be encouraged to break free from negative cycles and sow positive seeds for a brighter future. This message is a must-listen for anyone ready to take control of their destiny and live with purpose! Join us for an inspiring and practical dive into the principle of sowing and reaping, where Pastor Jim's relatable storytelling and infectious passion will leave you motivated to make better choices. Whether you're seeking stronger relationships, better health, or a deeper walk with God, this episode offers actionable insights to help you stop the "lunatic" patterns and start building a life of joy and fulfillment. Enjoy this message today and start sowing seeds for a harvest of hope and transformation!