Joseph Melms

Average Joe Faith

Religion EN ↓ 3 episodes

Welcome to Average Joe Faith, a podcast for everyday people navigating faith in the real world. I'm not a pastor. I'm not a biblical scholar. I don't have a seminary degree hanging on my wall. I'm just an average Joe who loves Jesus Christ and is trying to grow in my faith one day at a time. In a world where faith conversations can sometimes feel intimidating, overly complicated, or disconnected from everyday life, Average Joe Faith takes a different approach. Together, we'll explore Scripture, spiritual disciplines, Christian living, and life's big questions from a practical, relatable perspe...

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Joseph Melms

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Episode 3: Building a Relationship with Christ 22.06.2026 31:08

In this episode of Average Joe Faith , we discuss one of the most important aspects of the Christian life: building a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Many people know about Christ, but a relationship with Him goes far beyond knowledge. We explore why that relationship matters, how it transforms our lives, and practical ways to grow closer to Him every day. We talk about the power of praye...

Episode 2: My Testimony 11.06.2026 37:00

In Episode 2 of Average Joe Faith , I share my personal testimony from high school to today and how I can now see God's hand at work throughout my life. From moments of success and struggle to seasons of growth and uncertainty, God was always working, even when I didn't realize it. I also discuss the biggest turning point in my faith journey: truly understanding the magnitude of Christ&a...

Pilot Episode: Magnitude of the Cross 01.06.2026 30:35

Welcome to the very first episode of Average Joe Faith ! Let’s be honest for a second: theology can sometimes feel like it’s wrapped up in a language only pastors and Bible scholars understand. But what about the rest of us? What about the "Average Joes" just trying to navigate everyday life while keeping our eyes on Jesus? In this pilot episode, we are stripping away the heavy academic...