BuddyWalk with Jesus

Send us Fan Mail  We’ve turned the simple invitation of Jesus—“Come, follow me”—into a crowded checklist of programs, expectations, and spiritual pressure. In this episode, we explore how Christianity got so complicated, why so many believers are exhausted, and how to return to the simple, beautiful center: living our actual lives with God, for the sake of others, in the way of Jesus.  Support the...

Send us Fan Mail This week we're discussing the universal church? What is the Church? What's our purpose and what does it mean to say that we believe in the holy catholic church?  Support the show   If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com   One St...

Send us Fan Mail  Unity in the Spirit isn’t a nostalgic slogan or a distant goal—it’s Christianity in the present tense. In this episode, we explore Paul’s call to “keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace” as a lived, right-now reality we guard rather than a trophy we earn. Drawing on Jesus’ prayer in John 17 and the fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5, we name practical ways unity become...

Send us Fan Mail From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture traces a living current of the Spirit—hovering over the waters (Gen 1:2), breathing life into dry bones (Ezek 37), resting on Jesus and promised to his friends (John 14–16), poured out at Pentecost (Acts 2), and forming Christlike people who bear fruit (Gal 5) and serve with Spirit-given gifts (1 Cor 12–14). In this episode we follow that flow...

Send us Fan Mail Algorithms make great entertainers—but terrible shepherds. In this practical follow-up, we explore how to approach the Bible as an opportunity for encounter , not an obligation to check off, and how to set wise guardrails so social media, YouTube, and podcasts don’t disciple your emotions more than Jesus does. You’ll get a Jesus-first on-ramp for Scripture, a simple “digital rule...

Send us Fan Mail  In this conversation, we explore the shift from performing for God to walking with God. You will hear practical language for prayer in motion, courage for noisy days, and a reminder that the Shepherd restores the soul even while you are on the move. Expect a gentle invitation, honest stories, and a closing prayer you can carry into your week.  Support the show   If you have any q...

Send us Fan Mail  God is love is more than a comforting phrase, it is God’s very nature. In this Buddy Walk with Jesus episode, we unpack what Scripture means by love that starts with God, not our performance (1 John 4:7–18). We explore how His love drives out fear, secures our identity, and reshapes everyday life with Jesus. We walk through Jesus’ prayer for real communion with the Father (John 1...

Send us Fan Mail  In a culture that profits from our exhaustion and demands a hot take on everything, how do we stay with the real Jesus? This episode is a single-voice, honest walk through abiding and pace—moving from performance to participation, from hurry to the easy yoke. We name the pressure to react to every news cycle and every social wave, the chorus of second-hand “takes on Jesus,” and t...

Send us Fan Mail  What does it really mean to declare “Jesus is Lord” ? This episode takes you deep into the earliest Christian confession—exploring its roots in the Hebrew word Adonai and the Greek Kyrios , its radical contrast with “Caesar is Lord,” and its sweeping presence across Scripture. We’ll unpack how this title affirms both the divinity and sovereignty of Christ, and why it’s not just a...

Send us Fan Mail  When the week breaks our hearts, family fights can wait. In this raw conversation, we name our grief, face the fractures in the Church, and ask: how do we keep our eyes on Jesus and work together for good when our differences feel huge? We walk through a guided lament, a simple “unity triage” (essentials, convictions, preferences), and a Jesus-shaped conversation covenant. Then w...

Send us Fan Mail  In a world trained to expect Amazon-Prime spirituality and overnight results, Jesus invites us into a different pace: the Slow Kingdom. In this episode, we explore why transformation into Christ’s likeness rarely shows up in a weekend but grows like seeds and sourdough—quietly, steadily, over time (Mark 4:26–29; Matt. 13:31–32; John 15). We name the honest frustration of slow gro...

Send us Fan Mail Life has a way of crowding in. The constant hum of responsibilities, the noise of anxiety, the wilderness of tragedy or stress—it all presses us into cramped spaces where it feels hard to breathe. But God’s invitation is not just survival. He delights to bring us into a spacious place. In this episode of BuddyWalk with Jesus, we explore what it means to abide in the spacious life...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of BuddyWalk with Jesus, we’re talking about the practice of attention. God is always active forming us, guiding us, revealing His presence in the world around us. But often we’re too distracted to notice. Together, we’ll explore how to become more aware of God’s action and activity in our daily lives, drawing from passages like Genesis 28, Philippians 1, an...

Send us Fan Mail This time we're talking about contemplation and the contemplative life. What is it and why do we think it's only for monks and hermits? Support the show   If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com   One Stop Shop for all the links L...

Send us Fan Mail This time we're talking about what it means to find God in the Everything! Support the show   If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com   One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr.ee/happydeamedia

Send us Fan Mail We're talking about hearing from God and why we need to move away from treating God like a magic 8 ball.  Support the show   If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com   One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr.ee/happydeamedia

Send us Fan Mail A lot of Christian wrestle with the idea that God may be disappointed in them for one reason or another but the question has to be asked...Is that true? Does God get disappointed in us?  Let's talk about it! Support the show   If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an emai...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are kicking out our look at the foundational elements of a relational experience with God by looking at a common phrase used in many churches. Many of us have heard the phrase "Walk with God" but what does it actually mean?  Support the show   If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links be...

Send us Fan Mail We're talking about how difficult it can be to recognize difficult people as image bearers of God.  Support the show   If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com   One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr.ee/happydeamedia

Send us Fan Mail We're talking about the ways of Jesus in action and application.  Support the show   If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com   One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr.ee/happydeamedia

Send us Fan Mail Today we're talking about this past weekend and jumping into the perspective we should have when trying to wrap our minds around all of this.  Support the show   If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com   One Stop Shop for all the links...

Send us Fan Mail This week we're talking about how to reflect Jesus in our acts of mercy and justice and how to have a stance while leading with love.  Support the show   If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com   One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr....

Send us Fan Mail This week I'm bringing the BWC into the preaching gig I did over the weekend talking about James 2: 17-26.  Support the show   If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com   One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr.ee/happydeamedia

Send us Fan Mail This week we're talking about modern day prophecy, is it a thing and how do we discern God's voice?  Support the show   If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com   One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr.ee/happydeamedia

Send us Fan Mail This week we're jumping into the topic of Gender Dynamics within the church. What does in mean to be masculine? Can women lead churches? How should couples address each other? Support the show   If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com...