Join The Journey

Watermark Community Church, Dallas, TX
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Reading the Bible regularly can be a challenge, and our goal is to help you not only get into God's word regularly, but also help you understand and apply what you're reading! Join The Journey is a Bible study podcast built to follow our daily reading plan available for free at jointhejourney.com. New episodes will be available Monday through Friday. We hope you can join us!

  1. 3d ago

    S5:044 — What was the Areopagus? (Acts 17:16-34, Part 2)

    What’s the significance of Paul’s ministry at the Areopagus? In this episode, Emma Dotter explains what the Areopagus is in Acts 17:16-34. She explores sharing the gospel with people who see the world differently than us. She encourages listeners to be curious, listen well, and seek to understand what people believe so that they’re able to lovingly share Jesus.  // ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED:  // RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY:  Learn more about the Areopagus: https://www.gotquestions.org/Areopagus.html // RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:   “S4:263 – Introduction to the book of Acts” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)   “S4:269 – Acts 15-17” (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3NShJvbx2EPozwMwxJq2Hm?si=98ac89d64476429c)   // WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY?  Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we’re studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week’s passage. Then, for the next six days, we’ll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we’ll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God’s Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights.  Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...   // MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:   Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources Previous years’ print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma... Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org

  2. 4d ago

    S5:043 — Exploring Prominent World Religions (Acts 17:16-34, Part 1)

    How can we prepare to lovingly and confidently share the gospel with followers of other world religions? In this episode, Emma Dotter explores five prominent world religions in light of Paul’s evangelism in Acts 17:16-34. She unpacks what different world religions believe and challenges followers of Jesus to listen well and ask good questions.  // ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED:  Hebrews 9: 27; Ephesians 2: 8-9  // RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY:  Has Join The Journey impacted your walk with Jesus this year? We want to hear how God is using Join The Journey in your life! Email us at jointhejourney@watermark.org For more on Hinduism: https://www.gotquestions.org/hinduism.html  For more on Buddhism: https://www.gotquestions.org/buddhism.html  For more on Islam: https://www.gotquestions.org/Islam.html  For more on Mormonism: https://www.gotquestions.org/Mormons.html  For more on Jehovah’s Witnesses: https://www.gotquestions.org/witnessing-Jehovahs-Witnesses.html  // RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:   “S4:263 – Introduction to the book of Acts” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)   “S4:269 – Acts 15-17” (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3NShJvbx2EPozwMwxJq2Hm?si=98ac89d64476429c)   // WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY?  Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we’re studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week’s passage. Then, for the next six days, we’ll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we’ll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God’s Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights.  Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...   // MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:   Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources Previous years’ print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma... Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org

  3. Jul 29

    S5:042 — Why do churches send missionaries? (Acts 17:1-15, Part 2)

    What does it mean to be a sending church? In this episode, International Missions Director Bruce Kendrick joins Emma Dotter to discuss the church’s role in missional efforts and Acts 17:1-15. They answer questions about how Watermark Community Church can live out the markers of missional church and sending church.  // ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED:  // RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY:  Want to find out more about being involved with missions at Watermark? Check out:  https://www.watermark.org/international-missions https://www.watermark.org/events/7006-discover-missions https://www.watermark.org/events/6781-9-month-group // RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:   “S4:263 – Introduction to the book of Acts” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)   “S4:269 – Acts 15-17” (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3NShJvbx2EPozwMwxJq2Hm?si=98ac89d64476429c)   // WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY?  Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we’re studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week’s passage. Then, for the next six days, we’ll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we’ll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God’s Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights.  Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...   // MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:   Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources Previous years’ print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma... Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org

  4. Jul 28

    S5:041 — Should Christians pray for celebrities? (Acts 17:1-15, Part 1)

    What do we make of the “background” characters of Scripture? Who was Jason? Who were the leading women? In this episode, Emma Dotter explores the background characters found in Acts 17:1-15. She highlights how the gospel makes no distinction, that God’s heart is for all people, and that the Bible is full of God using unlikely people.  // ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED:  // EPISODE CITATIONS:  Leonardo Decaprio: https://depositphotos.com/photos/leonardo-dicaprio.html Taylor Swift: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/taylor-swifts-eras-tour-outfits-173853172.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAMYNTjDJ6a7JKwRI1O7frZbhbTneC8iQfIpD4Yb2vafbNCjcrmUBDPA_pwGC_dtGfnGMzxgh4QkSKmjrnizvl92KHVQ0W1sB5J7DulK1alEZ5HVIc7YV2JG7L_KHoUU0M-6gOSVC-_Fe8DJHGtS5VN48vS7Pi5pjzW-3fVNvxxWf Kim Kardashian: https://www.forbes.com/sites/siladityaray/2022/10/03/kim-kardashian-agrees-to-pay-126-million-to-settle-sec-cryptocurrency-promotion-suit/ Venus and Serena Williams: https://www.latimes.com/sports/story/2022-09-01/serena-venus-williams-us-open-doubles Cooper Flagg: https://www.google.com/search?q=public+domain+image+of+cooper+flagg&sca_esv=0102019338db935e&rlz=1C5CHFA_enUS894US894&udm=2&biw=1470&bih=775&sxsrf=APpeQntXWdaqV1L86phka3pxc5LzCKhPxg%3A1782750635202&ei=q51Caq3vC4i4qtsP356pgA0&ved=0ahUKEwjt8NXS76yVAxUInGoFHV9PCtAQ4dUDCBM&uact=5&oq=public+domain+image+of+cooper+flagg&gs_lp=Egtnd3Mtd2l6LWltZyIjcHVibGljIGRvbWFpbiBpbWFnZSBvZiBjb29wZXIgZmxhZ2dI9BVQ0AFY5xRwAXgAkAEAmAEuoAGsBKoBAjE1uAEDyAEA-AEBmAIEoAKrAcICBxAjGMkCGCfCAgUQABiABMICBBAAGB7CAgYQABgIGB6YAwCIBgGSBwE0oAfoDbIHATS4B6sBwgcFMC4zLjHIBwmACAE&sclient=gws-wiz-img#sv=CAMSVhoyKhBlLTZQZ3EwTmJzQ1gwY3VNMg42UGdxME5ic0NYMGN1TToOREZrYzVCOXZUZFpEQk0gBCocCgZtb3NhaWMSEGUtNlBncTBOYnNDWDBjdU0YADABGAcg59eL-wRKCBABGAEgASgB Dwayne Johnson: https://www.google.com/search?q=public+domain+image+of+Dwayne+Johnson&sca_esv=0102019338db935e&rlz=1C5CHFA_enUS894US894&udm=2&biw=1470&bih=775&sxsrf=APpeQnvtinRVDDmKfu90qzkSQJ4DNyNrOg%3A1782750810553&ei=Wp5CaqquIfeAqtsP1LfPqQI&ved=0ahUKEwiqw6Sm8KyVAxV3gGoFHdTbMyUQ4dUDCBM&uact=5&oq=public+domain+image+of+Dwayne+Johnson&gs_lp=Egtnd3Mtd2l6LWltZyIlcHVibGljIGRvbWFpbiBpbWFnZSBvZiBEd2F5bmUgSm9obnNvbkjM-ARQ6fIEWNz3BHABeACQAQCYASygAbkBqgEBNbgBA8gBAPgBAfgBApgCA6ACdsICBxAjGMkCGCfCAgUQABiABMICBBAAGB6YAwDiAwUSATEgQIgGAZIHATOgB9ULsgcBM7gHdsIHBTAuMi4xyAcJgAgB&sclient=gws-wiz-img#sv=CAMSVhoyKhBlLWtZNjROWTNqUWFma19NMg5rWTY0TlkzalFhZmtfTToOSEg4WjZMYl9acHpVOU0gBCocCgZtb3NhaWMSEGUta1k2NE5ZM2pRYWZrX00YADABGAcgpouLpgNKCBABGAEgASgB   // RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY:  // RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:   “S4:263 – Introduction to the book of Acts” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)   “S4:269 – Acts 15-17” (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3NShJvbx2EPozwMwxJq2Hm?si=98ac89d64476429c)   // WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY?  Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we’re studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week’s passage. Then, for the next six days, we’ll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we’ll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God’s Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights.  Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

  5. Jul 22

    S5:040 — Can one person’s faith save a whole family? (Acts 16:16-40, Part 2)

    Can one person’s faith save an entire household? What can we learn from the salvation of the Philippian jailer’s family? Can people tell Jesus is Lord in your home? In this episode, Emma Dotter unpacks Acts 16:16-20 and the story of the Philippian Jailer. She discusses how God often uses crisis to awaken people to their need for him and how salvation transforms a home.  // ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED:  Romans 8: 28  // RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY:  // RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:   “S4:263 – Introduction to the book of Acts” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)   “S4:269 – Acts 15-17” (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3NShJvbx2EPozwMwxJq2Hm?si=98ac89d64476429c)   // WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY?  Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we’re studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week’s passage. Then, for the next six days, we’ll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we’ll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God’s Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights.  Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...   // MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:   Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources Previous years’ print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma... Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org

  6. Jul 21

    S5:039 — How to care for someone considering suicide or self-harm (Acts 16:16-40, Part 1)

    How should followers of Christ understand the struggle of suicide in light of Scripture? Why would the Philippian jailer harm himself? In this episode, Emma Dotter is joined by Sierra Sanchez, Re:generation Director, to discuss Acts 16:16-40. Sierra gives listeners red flags to look for and questions to ask when helping someone who is considering self-harm.  If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide, you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988) any time.  // ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED:  Romans 10:9-10  // RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY:  https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/data/index.html  Join The Journey Suicide Prevention Resource // RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:   “S4:263 – Introduction to the book of Acts” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)   // WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY?  Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we’re studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week’s passage. Then, for the next six days, we’ll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we’ll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God’s Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights.  Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...   // MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:   Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources Previous years’ print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma... Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org

  7. Jul 15

    S5:038 — Women in the early church (Acts 16:1-15, Part 2)

    What is the role of women in the book of Acts? What does the role of women in Acts teach us about how God builds his kingdom? In this episode, Emma Dotter surveys the role of women in the book of Acts, including women who prophecy, pray, and lead in the early church . She shares how women (and men) are full participants in Christ’s mission.  // ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED:  Acts 1: 14; Acts 2:  17-18; Joel 2; Acts 5; Acts 8-9; Acts 9: 39; Acts 12: 12-13; Acts 16: 13, 16, 18, 40; Acts 17: 4, 12; Acts 18: 18, 26; Romans 16: 3; Acts 21: 5, 9; Acts 24: 24; 25: 13; 26: 30  // RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY:  Women in Acts: Women’s Role in the Birth of the Church (https://www.logos.com/grow/min-women-in-acts/) // RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:   “S4:263 – Introduction to the book of Acts” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)   // WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY?  Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we’re studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week’s passage. Then, for the next six days, we’ll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we’ll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God’s Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights.  Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...   // MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:   Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources Previous years’ print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma... Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org

  8. Jul 14

    S5:037 — Names of the Holy Spirit (Acts 16:1-15, Part 1)

    Who is the Holy Spirit? What are the names of the Holy Spirit? What do these names reveal? In this episode, Emma Dotter explores Acts 16:1-15 and answers these questions. She uses the name, “Spirit of Jesus,” to help listeners understand the different dimensions of the same Person. She teaches how the names of the Holy Spirit reveal something about his nature and work and encourages listeners to examine their own posture toward the Holy Spirit.  // ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED:  Acts 5: 3-4; Ephesians 4: 30; Genesis 1: 2; Genesis 2; John 3; Titus 3: 5; Romans 8: 16; John 16: 14  // RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY:  Visit GotQuestions: (https://www.gotquestions.org/names-Holy-Spirit.html) // RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:   “S5:002 Acts 2:1-21 – Who is the Holy Spirit? Why is the church divided?” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s5-002-acts-2-1-21-who-is-the-holy-spirit-why-is/id1600151923?i=1000744971794)  “S4:263 – Introduction to the book of Acts” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)   “S4:269 – Acts 15-17” (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3NShJvbx2EPozwMwxJq2Hm?si=98ac89d64476429c)   // WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY?  Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we’re studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week’s passage. Then, for the next six days, we’ll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we’ll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God’s Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights.  Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...   // MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:   Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources Previous years’ print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma... Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org

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Reading the Bible regularly can be a challenge, and our goal is to help you not only get into God's word regularly, but also help you understand and apply what you're reading! Join The Journey is a Bible study podcast built to follow our daily reading plan available for free at jointhejourney.com. New episodes will be available Monday through Friday. We hope you can join us!

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    Watermark Community Church, Dallas, TX
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
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