In The Midst

In the conclusion of this two-part conversation, Dillon McCurdy and Pastor Drew Rogers discuss five more lessons learned during Pastor Drew's first four years of pastoral ministry. The discussion covers the importance of expositional preaching, what it means to become a true disciple of Jesus, learning to wait on God's timing, remaining teachable, and discovering that God's calling is...

In Part 1 of this two-part discussion, Dillon McCurdy and Pastor Drew Rogers explore five important lessons learned during Pastor Drew's first four years of pastoral ministry. The conversation covers prayer, understanding the purpose of Scripture, the importance of the local church, helping people through spiritual struggles, and discovering that life's highest calling is to love God and b...

In this special interview episode of  In the Midst , Pastor Drew Rogers and Dillon McCurdy sit down with Pastor Kurtis Rogers of Tower Baptist Church to discuss his journey into ministry, lessons learned as a new pastor, church leadership, discipleship, and the importance of following God's call. Pastor Kurtis shares how God led him from a career in the trades to pastoral ministry, the challen...

Prayer is one of the most talked-about aspects of the Christian life—and often one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, Dillon McCurdy and Pastor Drew Rogers discuss their new book,  The God Who Hears , a practical guide built around the “ABCs of Prayer.” Together they explore what biblical prayer looks like, how prayer strengthens our relationship with God, and why Paul’s command to “pray...

How do you avoid taking Bible verses out of context? In this episode, Dillon McCurdy and Pastor Drew Rogers continue their series on how to study the Bible by exploring historical, cultural, literary, and biblical context. They discuss how understanding the world behind the text helps believers interpret Scripture more accurately and apply it more faithfully.  Topics include: • Historical and cult...

Resources from Pastor Ken Schaap:•  Spirit Forward Book •  GoFindJesus •  Prayer Rooms •  Shepherd Church In this episode of  In The Midst , we sit down for an  interview with Pastor Ken Schaap  to begin a new series on the spiritual realm. Pastor Ken shares biblical insight and real-world ministry experience on topics like spiritual warfare, authority, deliverance, and how believers can walk in f...

In Part 4 of our How to Study the Bible series, we dive into one of the most important principles of biblical interpretation: context . It’s easy to take a verse and make it say what we want—but true Bible study requires us to understand what God actually meant. In this episode, Dillon and Pastor Drew break down how to study Scripture by looking at: The immediate context (verses around a passage)...

In Part 3 of the How to Study the Bible series, Drew and Dillon move from motivation and methods to the practical tools that help believers dig deeper into Scripture . They discuss different types of Bibles, study tools like concordances and commentaries, and modern resources that make Bible study more accessible than ever. Along the way, they talk about why knowing the truth of Scripture helps ex...

In this episode of In the Midst , Drew and Dylan continue their series on how to study the Bible , shifting from why we study scripture to the methods that help us study it well . They discuss practical approaches for engaging scripture faithfully—starting with prayer, reading in context, and learning to interpret the Bible the way it was originally intended. Along the way they explore the importa...

Why should we study the Bible? In this first episode of our new series on How to Study the Bible , we lay the foundation by talking about motivation. Before we ever discuss methods, tools, or techniques, we need to examine the heart behind why we open God’s Word in the first place. Is it to gain knowledge? To win arguments? To feel spiritual? Or is it to know God more deeply and be changed by Him?...

In this capstone episode of our Experiencing God series, Dillon and Pastor Drew are joined by Dr. Richard Blackaby for a powerful and personal conversation about the legacy of Experiencing God . Dr. Blackaby shares the story behind the book’s origin, the ministry of his father Henry Blackaby, and how a message born out of simple obedience has now impacted millions around the world. From the early...

What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus? In this episode, Pastor Drew Rogers and Pastor Kurtis Rogers discuss the biblical meaning of discipleship and why Jesus called His followers to do more than simply believe. Together, they explore obedience, spiritual growth, disciple-making, and the mission Christ gave to His Church. The conversation examines the difference between being a believer and...

In Part 5 of our Experiencing God series, Dillon and Pastor Drew explore the final step in the journey — making the necessary adjustments, walking in obedience, and discovering the joy that comes from truly experiencing God. You can’t stay where you are and go with God. Following Him requires change. It requires surrender. It requires aligning our schedules, priorities, relationships, and comforts...

In Part 4 of our Experiencing God series, Dillon and Pastor Drew dive into one of the most pivotal moments in the Christian life: the crisis of belief . After God reveals His work and invites us to join Him, every believer comes to a crossroads— will we truly trust God and obey, or allow fear and uncertainty to hold us back? This episode explores why obedience often feels risky, why God’s assignme...

God is already at work—and learning to recognize that changes everything. In Episode 3 of In the Midst , Dillon McCurdy and Drew Rogers continue their six-part series through Experiencing God by Henry Blackaby by walking through the “Seven Realities” that shape how we join God’s work. You’ll hear why God’s will doesn’t begin with your plans, why relationship comes before assignment, and how God sp...

In this second episode of In the Midst , Dillon McCurdy and Drew Rogers continue their six-part series through Experiencing God by Henry Blackaby. This conversation centers on the foundational principle that God is already at work all around us—and the Christian life is not about initiating plans for God, but recognizing where He is working and joining Him there. This episode explores what it mean...

In this first episode of In the Midst , Dillon McCurdy and Drew Rogers begin a six-part series through Experiencing God by Henry Blackaby. They explore the foundational truth that experiencing God begins with a real, personal relationship with Him rather than religious activity, self-directed effort, or chasing a mystical version of God’s will. This episode unpacks the difference between knowing G...

Welcome to In the Midst . In this introductory episode, we share the heart behind the podcast and who it’s for. This show is for followers of Jesus who want to grow deeper in their faith, engage Scripture more meaningfully, and learn how to live as faithful disciples in everyday life.