Josh Downs

The Drive with Josh Downs

Religion EN ↓ 174 episodes

Tune in for a faith based approach to personal growth and development. Here God is not just a part of the equation, he’s the answer. Listen for daily thoughts, stories and principles to inspire you to become your best self.

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Josh Downs

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Lift Where You Stand 30.01.2026 12:04

In this episode, we explore the quiet but powerful truth that lasting impact doesn’t come from grand gestures—it comes from lifting right where we are. Through simple stories and everyday examples, we’re reminded that even the smallest efforts can make a profound difference in families, classrooms, workplaces, and communities. If you’ve ever felt like what you do doesn’t matter, this episode will...

Finding Your Person 28.01.2026 19:22

Real love isn’t found by searching harder—it’s found by becoming. This episode explores faith, timing, and why the best way to find your person is to become someone capable of sustaining real love. Daily devotionals and episode topics: ⁠⁠https://joshdowns.com/daily-devotionals⁠⁠ Weekly gospel-based lessons for teens: ⁠⁠https://joshdowns.com/come-follow-me-for-teens

The Right Things Done the Right Way 28.01.2026 17:06

We all want good things—but shortcuts often destroy what they promise. This episode explores patience, integrity, and why doing the right things the right way leads to lasting peace and stability. Daily devotionals and episode topics: ⁠⁠https://joshdowns.com/daily-devotionals⁠⁠ Weekly gospel-based lessons for teens: ⁠⁠https://joshdowns.com/come-follow-me-for-teens

Judge with Mercy, Not Condemnation 28.01.2026 13:53

Judging is unavoidable—but condemning is not. Learn how to judge more righteously by slowing down, seeing the heart, considering circumstances, and extending the same mercy you hope to receive. Daily devotionals and episode topics: ⁠⁠https://joshdowns.com/daily-devotionals⁠⁠ Weekly gospel-based lessons for teens: ⁠⁠https://joshdowns.com/come-follow-me-for-teens

Know Your Worth 28.01.2026 10:12

Insecurity quietly shapes many of our struggles. This episode explores where true worth comes from, why external validation never lasts, and how reconnecting with your Creator helps doubt and comparison lose their power. Daily devotionals and episode topics: ⁠⁠https://joshdowns.com/daily-devotionals⁠⁠ Weekly gospel-based lessons for teens: ⁠⁠https://joshdowns.com/come-follow-me-for-teens

When Resistance Meets Persistence 28.01.2026 9:57

Every meaningful change comes with resistance. In this episode, we explore why resistance is often a sign you’re on the right path—and how small, consistent steps can lead to powerful breakthroughs over time. Daily devotionals and episode topics: ⁠⁠https://joshdowns.com/daily-devotionals⁠⁠ Weekly gospel-based lessons for teens: ⁠⁠https://joshdowns.com/come-follow-me-for-teens

When You’re Living Somewhere You Never Wanted to Be 20.01.2026 9:17

There are moments in life when we find ourselves in places we never planned to be—and never wanted to be. This episode offers hope, perspective, and reassurance that God can grow powerful strength and purpose even in the hardest seasons. Daily devotionals and episode topics: ⁠⁠https://joshdowns.com/daily-devotionals⁠⁠ Weekly gospel-based lessons for teens: ⁠⁠https://joshdowns.com/come-follow-me-fo...

The Most Important Thing I Want My Daughters to Know About Love 20.01.2026 9:45

What makes love last? In this deeply personal episode, we explore the role God plays in every relationship and why the strongest connections are formed when two people move closer to Him together. Daily devotionals and episode topics: ⁠⁠https://joshdowns.com/daily-devotionals⁠⁠ Weekly gospel-based lessons for teens: ⁠⁠https://joshdowns.com/come-follow-me-for-teens

If You’re Not Enough Without It, You’ll Never Be Enough With It 20.01.2026 12:26

Our worth is often tied to achievements, relationships, success, or approval. In this episode, we reflect on what it truly means to be “enough” and why learning to surrender identity and outcomes to God prepares us for far more than we can imagine. Daily devotionals and episode topics: https://joshdowns.com/daily-devotionals Weekly gospel-based lessons for teens: https://joshdowns.com/come-follow-...

What Are You Feeding Your Mind Each Day? 20.01.2026 9:03

Every day we are feeding something within us—whether we realize it or not. This episode explores a powerful story about the inner battle we all face and why what we allow into our minds, hearts, and homes matters more than we often think. Daily devotionals and episode topics: ⁠https://joshdowns.com/daily-devotionals⁠ Weekly gospel-based lessons for teens: ⁠https://joshdowns.com/come-follow-me-for-...

Don’t Miss Your Life While Chasing the Destination 20.01.2026 18:52

So many of us believe happiness will finally arrive once we reach a certain place in life. In this episode, we explore why focusing only on the destination can cause us to miss the meaning, growth, and joy God is offering us right now—and how learning to love the journey can change everything. Daily devotionals and episode topics: ⁠https://joshdowns.com/daily-devotionals⁠ Weekly gospel-based lesso...

Ep. 572 - Begin with the End in Mind 10.06.2024