So, What's the Point?

In this powerful episode, Justin sits down with a man whose faith was deeply shaken at a young age after losing his older brother to leukemia. Wrestling with grief, questions, and a sense of emptiness, he found himself searching for something to fill the void that loss left behind. What he discovered changed everything. He shares how encountering Jesus transformed his pain into purpose and how his faith was rebuilt in a way he never expected. This is a story about loss, healing, and the undeniable hope found in Christ. Today, his life reflects that transformation. He sent years coaching his daughters in sports, pouring into their lives both on and off the field. He’s actively involved in serving at church and is passionate about creating a welcoming environment—always looking for ways to make every guest feel seen, valued, and at home from the moment they walk through the doors. If you’ve ever struggled with faith in the middle of hardship or wondered if God can truly fill the emptiness in your heart, this conversation is for you.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with a young man whose life has been marked by incredible highs, injuries, and unwavering faith. Through it all, he shares how these moments shaped his perspective on God—not as Someone we can fully understand, but as Someone we can fully trust. He opens up about learning to surrender control, allowing God to fill in the unknowns instead of trying to carry everything on his own. This conversation also tackles a struggle many people face: feeling unworthy to walk into a church. He reminds us that the church isn’t made up of perfect people—it’s made up of broken, flawed individuals seeking grace, just like him… and just like all of us. If you’ve ever wrestled with control, doubt, or feeling like you don’t belong, this episode is for you.

In this episode, Justin sits down with a thoughtful and inspiring young woman as she shares what it looks like to truly make her faith her own. Growing up around Christianity is one thing—but choosing to personally pursue a relationship with Jesus is another. She opens up about that journey, including the real and often unspoken fear of experiencing doubts and what it means to wrestle with those questions instead of running from them. Throughout the conversation, she talks about the importance of building strong, meaningful relationships with the people around her—friends, family, and her church community—and how those connections have helped shape and strengthen her faith. This episode is honest, encouraging, and especially meaningful for young believers—or anyone looking to deepen their faith and live it out more authentically.

In this episode, we sit down with a married couple whose journey has taken them all over the world—and into many different churches along the way. Through every move, season, and challenge, one thing has remained constant: God’s faithfulness.They share how church has played a powerful role in shaping their lives and strengthening their marriage. From finding community in unfamiliar places to growing deeper in their faith, their story is a testament to how God can guide every step when you stay rooted in Him.We also dive into the importance of small groups and why they’re essential for every stage of faith—from brand new believers to those who have been walking with God for years. If you’ve ever struggled to find community or wondered how to grow spiritually within a church, this conversation is for you.

What are the most Googled questions about Christianity—and how do they actually line up with what the Bible says? In this episode, our pastors sit down with Justin, to have an honest, thoughtful conversation about 10 of the most searched questions people are asking about faith today. Nothing is off the table. From big cultural topics like homosexuality and divorce, to deeply personal struggles like anxiety, to the ultimate question of the meaning of life—this episode dives into real questions with real answers rooted in truth, grace, and lived experience.

In this episode, we sit down with Robert Wessels, a candidate for Governor of Maine, to hear the story behind his journey—from humble beginnings on a farm to stepping into the political arena. Robert shares how growing up with a mindset that he could do anything shaped the direction of his life. Originally pursuing a calling in ministry, he attended college with the goal of becoming a youth pastor. But like many journeys, his path took an unexpected turn. Starting out stocking shelves at Walmart, Robert worked his way up in the retail world, eventually managing stores for many years. Through hard work, leadership, and perseverance, he built a career grounded in serving people and leading teams. Now, with a long-standing interest in politics and a desire to make a difference, Robert is taking a bold step—running for Governor of Maine. In this conversation, we talk about his upbringing and mindset, his call to ministry and shift into business, lessons learned from years in retail leadership, what inspired him to pursue politics, and his vision for the future of Maine. Links: Moss Brook Church: https://www.mossbrookchurch.org Robert's Website: https://www.voterobertwessels.com Bootleg Jerky: https://www.bootlegjerkymaine.com

Justin sits down with a mother whose life story is full of honesty, growth, and redemption. From navigating the challenges of homeschooling to overcoming a marijuana addiction, her journey shows how God can work through every season of life. This conversation is honest, encouraging, and relatable for anyone who has ever felt stretched too thin or struggled with past mistakes. No matter your past, this episode is a reminder that transformation is always possible and that God writes every chapter of our stories. Links: Moss Brook Church: https://www.mossbrookchurch.org The Good and the Beautiful: https://www.goodandbeautiful.com

In this episode, Justin sits down with a former military serviceman who shares how God completely changed his life. After years of relying on his own strength and believing he had everything under control, God showed him that he wasn’t the center of the universe. Through mistakes, humbling moments, and life lessons, he realized he needed God’s help to move forward. He also talks about what it looks like to make your relationship with God truly personal and how intentional discipleship played a key role in preparing him for marriage to his now-wife. His story is one of humility, growth, and discovering that God’s way is far better than our own. If you’ve ever struggled with pride, control, or learning to trust God fully, this conversation will encourage you.Links: Moss Brook Church: https://www.mossbrookchurch.org

In this episode, Justin sits down with a twenty-year-old young man who shares how he came to understand that God’s love isn’t based on perfection — it’s based on grace. He opens up about growing up attending the public school system, the challenges young people face today, and how his faith was shaped through serving two summers at a Christian camp in Alaska and a youth Bible retreat in Colorado.He reflects on the disappointment of God closing the door on his dream of becoming a game warden, and how that unexpected “no” led to deeper trust, new direction, and meeting his girlfriend. Along the way, he breaks down why prayer doesn’t have to be complicated and how learning to simply talk to God changed everything.This conversation is honest, encouraging, and especially relevant for young adults learning how to follow God when life doesn’t go according to plan.Links: Echo Ranch Bible Camp: https://echoranch.org Summit Ministries: https://www.summit.org Moss Brook Church: https://www.mossbrookchurch.org

In this powerful episode, Justin sits down with a veteran who knows what it means to fight battles—both on the battlefield and within himself. After serving in the military, he came home carrying more than just memories. Addiction and pain followed him into civilian life. What started as something that was fun to do quickly became chains he couldn’t break on his own. For years, he wrestled with darkness and purpose. But God never stopped pursuing him. This is a story of hitting rock bottom… and discovering that rock bottom can be the foundation where Christ rebuilds everything. Through a long and painful journey, Jesus met him in the middle of his struggle—and he has never looked back since. Links: Moss Brook Church: https://www.mossbrookchurch.org

In this episode, Justin chats with Gemma as she shares the raw and honest story of walking through difficulty as a teenager and nearly ending her life — and how God met her in her darkest moment. Today, she owns her own beef business, serves faithfully as a youth leader, and has a heart for worship, travel, and spreading the Gospel wherever God sends her. This is a story about redemption, calling, and discovering that your lowest point does not get the final say. Links: Moss Brook Church: https://www.mossbrookchurch.org Young's Greenhouse: https://theyoungsgreenhouse.com New England Coach: https://www.newenglandcoach.com Through the Word: https://throughtheword.org

In this episode of "So, What’s the Point?", Justin sits down with an ex-Marine to talk about discipline, faith, and how he's kind-of a farmer. From the importance of having God-fearing men to look up to in the military, to why his wife deserves more thanks for his service than he does, he shares an honest look at sacrifice, marriage, and leadership. He reflects on building his own airplane, why discipline creates freedom, and how a stranger’s willingness to step out of their comfort zone and invite him to church ultimately brought him into his own. This conversation is practical, challenging, and refreshingly real — touching on humility, faith, and why sometimes the most spiritual advice is simply: don’t be stupid.

In this conversation, Justin sits down with an older husband and wife who reflect on life before phones and television consumed our attention. They share hard-earned wisdom on what it means to truly be present, to build a marriage that lasts, and to prioritize faith and community in every season of life. This episode is a reminder that while culture may change, the things that matter most never do: loving the people right in front of you, committing to prayer, and living a life of service. Whether you’re married, single, young, or seasoned, this conversation offers timeless insight you won’t want to miss.

In this episode, Justin sits down with a retired mailman whose life took a winding road back to God. From getting kicked out of an apartment and living in a motel, to meeting his future wife, moving to Maine, and finding Moss Brook Church, his story is one of redemption, obedience, and learning to stop building his own kingdom and start building God’s. Along the way, he shares how God's used him to impact teens from unbelieving backgrounds through bicycle trips and Word of Life Bible Institute summer camps — and why God loves us too much to let us stay on top of the world. Honest, humbling, and hope-filled, this conversation is a reminder that God meets us wherever we are — and refuses to leave us there.

In this episode of So, What’s the Point?, Justin sits down with a twenty-year-old guest who shares her journey through Word of Life Bible Institute—why she loved it, how it shaped her faith, and what she believes Bible college still offers in today’s culture.Together, we dive into a thoughtful conversation about Christian music and the growing challenge of finding songs that are not just catchy, but theologically sound. What should believers be listening for when it comes to worship?She also opens up about her new season of life, navigating engagement and the future with her fiancé, and what it looks like to slow down, be patient, and truly listen to God when big decisions are ahead.This episode is honest, reflective, and deeply rooted in faith—perfect for anyone wrestling with worship, calling, education, or trusting God in the waiting.

In this episode of So, What’s the Point?, Justin sits down with a twenty-year-old who shares how loss at a young age has shaped him into the person he’s becoming today. After losing his father at just eight years old, his story unfolds through faith, growth, and a willingness to say “yes” to God — even when it leads to unexpected places.From the joy and enthusiasm surrounding baptism to serving two unforgettable summers at a Christian summer camp in Alaska, he reflects on how stepping outside his comfort zone deepened his faith and broadened his perspective. Along the way, he unpacks why being liked isn’t the goal, how the lack of a father figure in our culture is resulting in weak young men, and why wisdom often shows up in surprising people and places.This conversation is honest, thoughtful, and encouraging — a reminder that God uses every season of life to teach us, shape us, and invite us into something bigger.

What happens when a dream opportunity isn't what God has in mind?In our very first episode of So, What’s the Point?, Justin sits down with our pastors to talk honestly about the road that led them here. From a bike shop business that didn’t work out, to the unexpected calling of planting and growing a church in Maine, this conversation is full of real lessons learned along the way.They share what it’s truly like to partner together in leadership, the challenges and blessings of pastoring side by side, and why saying “yes” to God often means stepping into the unknown. We also look ahead to the future dreams God has placed on their hearts for Moss Brook Church.If you’ve ever wondered whether partnership is worth it, how to grow when the odds are stacked against you, or what faith looks like when you can't see what's next—this episode is for you.

Introducing Moss Brook Church's new podcast: "So, What's the Point?". In this podcast, host Justin Knowles has guests on to answer questions regarding life, faith, and hope for the future. We'd love to hear your feedback on this podcast. Like, subscribe, and click the notification bell so you get notified every time we release an episode.