Journey Church

Journey Church

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Welcome to the weekly audio podcast for Journey Church in Murray, KY, where our mission is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Our desire is that this podcast will encourage you in your relationship with God. Visit us at journeycalloway.com.

APR 27

One Step From Jesus // Matt Johnson

One Step From Jesus is for the moment when you know Jesus is inviting you forward—but the next step feels inconvenient, uncertain, or even unreasonable. In Luke 5, Peter had every reason to say no. He was tired, frustrated, and done for the day. But one small step of obedience opened the door to an encounter that changed his life forever. The same is true for you. Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs in your faith are only one step from Jesus—one decision to trust, one act of obedience, one uncomfortable yes. You may not be able to predict what hangs in the balance of that step, but your willingness to trust Him can become the turning point in your story. You’ll discover: Why Jesus often meets you in ordinary, everyday moments How one simple act of obedience can deepen your faith What Peter’s story teaches about trust when life feels uncertain Why your next step may matter more than you think How God’s faithfulness meets your willingness to move This message is for anyone who has been hesitating on a next step with Jesus. Maybe it’s forgiveness, asking honest questions, changing priorities, trusting Him with your relationships, or finally surrendering an area of your life you’ve kept closed off. What feels like a small step today may be the beginning of something far bigger than you can see. Because when your faith takes one step toward Jesus, His faithfulness meets you there in ways you never expected. 👉 Prayer for this week: Jesus, give me the courage to take the next step You’re inviting me to take. Even if it feels unreasonable, I trust You. 📖 Scripture: Luke 5:1–11, 1 Peter 2:23–24 📍 Join us in person: Sundays 9:00 & 10:30 AM 📍 The FOR Center — 2314 Brinn Rd, Murray ▶️ Watch more messages: youtube.com/@JourneyCalloway God is FOR you. And so are we.

35 min
APR 20

The Best Kind of Faith // Matt Johnson

The Best Kind of Faith starts with a question that gets personal fast: If your life is a commercial, what are you advertising? This message invites you to move beyond a faith that only believes and into the kind of faith that actually does what Jesus says. If your spiritual life has felt stagnant, routine, or disconnected, this message from Luke 3 will help you rediscover what real faith looks like. Through the bold words of John the Baptist, we see that the best kind of faith isn’t performative, comfortable, or checkbox religion—it’s active, practical, and lived out in the way you love people every day. You’ll discover: Why belief is the starting line, not the finish line How real faith shows up in practical love and generosity What keeps your faith from becoming stagnant or lifeless Why deep faith is built through deep actions, not just deep teaching The one prayer that can change how you follow Jesus this week This message is for anyone who’s been asking, “Why does my faith feel stuck?” or “How do I actually grow?” The answer may be simpler—and more challenging—than you think: ask God, “What should I do?” and then follow through. Because the best kind of faith is not the version that asks, “What’s in it for me?” It’s the kind that trusts Jesus enough to obey, even when it’s uncomfortable. That’s where growth happens. That’s where you encounter God. And that’s the kind of faith that changes the world. 👉 Prayer for this week: Heavenly Father, what should I do? I want to be ready for what You’re about to do. I don’t want to miss it. 📖 Scripture: Luke 3:1–14 📍 Join us in person: Sundays 9:00 & 10:30 AM 📍 The FOR Center — 2314 Brinn Rd, Murray ▶️ Watch more messages: youtube.com/@JourneyCalloway God is FOR you. And so are we.

26 min
APR 13

How Did We Get The Bible? // Matt Johnson

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 Bible Why Luke’s Gospel is a carefully investigated historical account Why Christianity rises and falls on Jesus, not blind faith in a book How doubts can lead you deeper instead of pushing you away Why faith is discoverable, examinable, and investigable What it means to start your search for truth with Jesus If 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. 📖 Scripture: Luke 1:1–4 📍 Join us in person: Sundays 9:00 & 10:30 AM 📍 The FOR Center — 2314 Brinn Rd, Murray ▶️ Watch more messages: youtube.com/@JourneyCalloway God is FOR you. And so are we.

32 min
APR 6

Does Easter Make Any Difference? // Matt Johnson

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 belief When 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. 📍 Join us in person: Sundays 9:00 & 10:30 AM 📍 The FOR Center — 2314 Brinn Rd, Murray ▶️ Watch more messages: youtube.com/@JourneyCalloway God is FOR you. And so are we.

33 min
MAR 30

How To Remain Hopeful // Matt Johnson

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 expected The “ladder and wall” picture that explains misplaced hope Why even good things can let you down What Romans 8 reveals about suffering and frustration How to anchor your hope in something that won’t collapse What it means that God is truly FOR you This 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. 👉 Try this prayer this week: “Lord, let your unfailing love be with me, even as I put my hope in you.” (Psalm 33:22) If your world feels shaky right now, this message will help you find solid ground again. 📖 Scripture: Romans 8:20–21, 31–39 | Psalm 33:22 📍 Join us in person: Sundays 9:00 & 10:30 AM 📍 The FOR Center — 2314 Brinn Rd, Murray ▶️ Watch more messages: youtube.com/@JourneyCalloway God is FOR you. And so are we.

34 min
MAR 23

Can God Change Me Even When Nothing Is Changing? // Jarrod Martin

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 you This 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. 📖 Scripture: Philippians 4:4–7 📍 Join us in person: Sundays 9:00 & 10:30 AM 📍 The FOR Center — 2314 Brinn Rd, Murray ▶️ Watch more messages: youtube.com/@JourneyCalloway God is FOR you. And so are we.

28 min
MAR 16

Is God Still Working When It's Dark? // Jarrod Martin

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 love What the Last Supper reveals about God’s faithfulness in dark moments How to trust God when you can’t see what He’s doing Why God is still active even when there’s no visible evidence Two practical steps to strengthen your faith during uncertain seasons If 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. 👉 Next Step This Week: Listen to someone else’s story of God’s faithfulness. Make a list of times you now see God was working—even when you couldn’t at the time. When life is uncertain, God is not. 📖 Scripture: Mark 14:17–29 📍 Join us in person: Sundays 9:00 & 10:30 AM 📍 The FOR Center — 2314 Brinn Rd, Murray ▶️ Watch more messages: youtube.com/@JourneyCalloway God is FOR you. And so are we.

28 min
MAR 9

The Simple Plan To Financial Freedom // Matt Johnson

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 mistakes How thinking like a manager (not an owner) changes everything Why tracking your spending brings clarity and control How bad debt limits your freedom and options The simple plan to financial freedom Jesus taught: give, save, then live This 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. 👉 Next step: As you watch, identify one financial habit you need to change. Don’t waste the pain you’ve already been through—use it to move toward freedom. 📍 Join us in person: Sundays 9:00 & 10:30 AM 📍 The FOR Center — 2314 Brinn Rd, Murray ▶️ Watch more messages: youtube.com/@JourneyCalloway God is FOR you. And so are we.

33 min

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Welcome to the weekly audio podcast for Journey Church in Murray, KY, where our mission is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Our desire is that this podcast will encourage you in your relationship with God. Visit us at journeycalloway.com.

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