The Following Jesus Podcast

What to do when you can’t escape pain & hard things, where do you go, what do you do? Today we talk around the idea of when life is in a valley for you, how do you respond?

One of the great things about Jesus was how available He was. When people asked what His schedule was like, I bet He said, “For you, it’s wide open.” Fast forward about 2,000 years and let’s ask ourselves — what’s our schedule like? Do we follow the model Jesus gave us and live lives where we’re truly available to others?

Well we’re back! Join us as we jump back in together and talk about life in 2025; Charlie Kirk, the rapture?!?! and in the middle of all that…being still!

Ever thought about your life and didn’t love what you saw? Felt powerless with how things turned out for you? Well…GOOD NEWS, there’s a way to fix that and its all about your CHOICES! Let’s go…

Let’s be honest, one of the biggest obstacles to following Jesus well sometimes can be…OTHER PEOPLE! They can be frustrating, hurtful, bothersome, annoying…you can fill in the blank with your own experiences. SO…How do we follow Jesus then when we’ve got people that can cause some many issues….let’s jump in!

Today we talk about what the fruit in our lives should look like IF we REALLY are following Jesus! Hint, it should be the good kind of fruit! Also, is it fruit or fruitS of the spirit??? Join us and find out.

Today we continue diving a little deeper into Jesus parable of the prodigal son & what that means to us today. Plus, who doesn't love to talk about a pigpen?!?!

Today we discuss the labels that have been placed on us; by circumstances, by people, by events and how they try to define us. No more, lets get rid of labels that are lies and walk in freedom!

This episode we tackle a topic that has been making some noise in culture right now, that is… Women in Ministry?!?! Join us as we take a look & see together what we believe the Bible has to say on this issue.

This week we talk about 5 things MANY people think the Bible says but...does it really? Let's settle this together!

This week Pastors Jake & Jenn ask each other questions that they've been asked by others BUT it's on the fly, no prep! Each pastor is answering without knowing the question they're about to be asked, just like real life!

We ALL have trash! Trash in our homes AND trash thoughts in our minds, its take to take out the trash once and for all! Lets talk about HOW we get trash in the first place, and then, how to get rid of it!

Most times we HATE to be interrupted BUT what if...being interruptible in our lives, and allowing people to intrude is actually part of learning to follow Jesus? Join us today as we talk about, "being interruptible"

SEASON TWO IS BACK! We're coming in hot with our first episode of the season talking about...gossip, back-biting, slander AND how to deal with it while being true followers of Jesus. And spoiler alert...no, you can't just fight everyone.

Today we dive into Jesus and His first message where He tells us that we are salt & light….WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?!?!

Is there just ONE person you're supposed to marry and be with? Where did this idea come from anyways?

We're to be IN but not OF the world...what does that even mean? How can you be IN something but not OF it? Join us we jump in and take this question on. ALSO, this week we move our listener question & answer to the end of the show so make sure you stick around for that!

Today we look at HOW Jesus taught His disciples and US to pray. What does it mean for us and how do we pray the Lords prayer today, in our lives.

CHURCH! Why bother?!?! Do we need to still go, is it relevant for today, what's a "home" church anyways?! Listen in as we talk about all these thoughts today. Send your questions & comments to: questions@thefollowingjesuspodcast.com

Today we look at prayer; what IS it really? Do we all need to pray, is it just when we need something from God? why do we do it, when... HOW?

Today we discuss reading the bible; Does it still matter? Is it even important? Does it help me at all?

Is it just being a good person with good moral values? Is it simply going to church or is there more?