The Hard Road

An episode of the Faith Family Church podcast, hosted by Pastor Josh Joines, titled "The Hard Road" was published on March 15, 2026 and runs 41 minutes.

March 15, 2026 ·41m · Faith Family Church

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Summary

Every journey starts with a decision. And when Jesus set His face toward Jerusalem, He wasn't taking the easy route. He saw every step of what was coming, and He chose to walk it anyway.In this first message of our brand new series ON THE WAY, Pastor Josh unpacks one of the most pivotal moments in the ministry of Jesus. Luke 9:51 tells us He "steadfastly set His face to go to Jerusalem," knowing full well what awaited Him. No detours. No u-turns. Just a fixed focus on the road ahead.The truth is, human nature pulls us toward comfort over calling, power without sacrifice, and following without real cost. But Jesus modeled something different. He showed us that the most meaningful things in life are rarely found on the easy road.If you've been waiting for a sign to go all in, to settle your direction, choose purpose over comfort, and take your next step of obedience, this message is for you.This series is designed to prepare your heart for what resurrection really means when you've walked the road that leads there.

Episode Description

Every journey starts with a decision. And when Jesus set His face toward Jerusalem, He wasn't taking the easy route. He saw every step of what was coming, and He chose to walk it anyway.

In this first message of our brand new series ON THE WAY, Pastor Josh unpacks one of the most pivotal moments in the ministry of Jesus. Luke 9:51 tells us He "steadfastly set His face to go to Jerusalem," knowing full well what awaited Him. No detours. No u-turns. Just a fixed focus on the road ahead.

The truth is, human nature pulls us toward comfort over calling, power without sacrifice, and following without real cost. But Jesus modeled something different. He showed us that the most meaningful things in life are rarely found on the easy road.

If you've been waiting for a sign to go all in, to settle your direction, choose purpose over comfort, and take your next step of obedience, this message is for you.

This series is designed to prepare your heart for what resurrection really means when you've walked the road that leads there.