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The Journey
by Broxton Gannon, Chase Faulk, Lance Griffin, Auborn Shepard
The Journey is produced by Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Dothan, AL.Your life has a God given purpose but discovering that purpose is only the beginning of your journey. God is always trying to take you someplace new! thejourneypodcast.substack.com
Episodes
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#085: Serving When You’re Tired
What does it actually mean to serve faithfully when we are running on empty? This conversation digs into the very real tension between being called to minister and simply being human. There are different kinds of tired, and recognizing which one we are experiencing matters more than we might…
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#084
his week on The Journey, we explored the tension between knowing when to speak and when to remain silent as followers of Christ. Drawing on themes from Galatians 6 and Bro. Ray's recent sermon about removing the plank from your own eye before addressing the faults of others, we wrestled with what...
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#083: When Bible Reading Isn’t Peaceful
Lance wants to know if our quiet time is supposed to leave us feeling at peace, or if there is something deeper happening when we walk away feeling convicted and unsettled. This week on The Journey, we wrestle with the tension between the restfulness we hope to find in God's presence and the...
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#082 Country Music & Cultural Christianity
This week on The Journey, we explored the tension between cultural Christianity and genuine, kingdom-focused discipleship. Sparked by Chase's trip to the Grand Ole Opry, we examined how easy it is to sprinkle Jesus into a life that is otherwise lived on our own terms, and how the entertainment...
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#081
This week on The Journey, we returned to a recurring theme of the show: the person and work of the Holy Spirit. We were reminded that the Holy Spirit is not a Sunday-only presence but a constant guide, counselor, and comforter who desires to lead every moment of our lives. As followers of Christ,...
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#080: The Great Commission Does Not Change feat. Dustin Lee
This week on The Journey, we were joined by Dustin Lee as we explored the reality that faithful, mission-driven Christianity is not confined to a church building, a pastoral title, or a specific city. Drawing from his experience planting City View Church in Atlanta, Dustin walked us through what…
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#079: God Equips The Called feat. Pastor James Oney
This week on The Journey, we welcome James Oney back to Ridgecrest as we explore what it means to be called by God into a role you do not feel fully prepared for. Drawing on his own journey from staff member to senior pastor, James shared how God confirmed his calling through prayer, a dream, and…
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#078: Can We Be TOO Relatable?
This week on The Journey, we explored the tension between authenticity and the call to be set apart as ministers of the gospel. Drawing from a quote by Josh Howerton about pastors being out of touch with "everyday" people, we examine what it means to be relatable without compromising the…
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#077 Samantha Tedder and Kayleigh Nelson
This week on The Journey, we're joined by Samantha Tedder and Kayleigh Nelson. We explored what long-term missions work actually looks like on the ground, from church planting in the suburbs of Paris to research and gospel outreach among unreached people groups deep in the Brazilian jungle. Both...
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#076: From Loadmaster to Loyal Listener feat. Wyatt Lewis
This week on The Journey, we were joined by friend of the program Wyatt Lewis as we explored the tension many believers feel between wanting a clear, structured spiritual life and the reality that growth in Christ often resists easy measurement. Drawing on Wyatt’s military experience, his family...
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#075: After The Camp Experience Wears Off feat. Grant Baker
This week on The Journey, we explored the tension between “mountaintop” spiritual experiences like church camp and the reality of everyday life with Jesus. Drawing on the transfiguration account in Matthew 17, where Jesus allowed His disciples to witness a moment of extraordinary glory before...
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#074: Is God Calling You To MORE??
This week on The Journey, we explored the idea of recognizing and responding to God's call on your life, whether that comes through a Spirit-led word from someone else, a quiet nudge from the Lord, or simply an opportunity placed in front of you. Drawing from the account in Mark 5 where Jesus...
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#073: The Narrow Path feat. Mark Johnson
This week on The Journey, we explored Mark Johnson's own journey with Christ, his passion for reaching the lost through his YouTube channel "The Narrow Path," and the unique challenges and opportunities facing Gen Z believers. Mark shared thoughts about authentic faith versus performative...
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#072: Personal Worship vs. Corporate Worship
This week on The Journey, we explored the crucial distinctions between personal and corporate worship, the challenges of discerning genuine moves of the Holy Spirit versus emotional experiences, and how we navigate ministry when God doesn't follow our structured plans. We wrestled with questions...
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#071: Worship That Tells A Story
This week on The Journey, we are at long last joined by Bradley Roper. We explored what makes worship authentic and how intentionality in what we do—whether leading worship, planning a service, or simply showing up on Sunday—reflects our heart posture before God. Bradley shared openly about his...
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#070: Students Are Learning to Love the Bible
This week on The Journey, we explored practical approaches to Bible study and discipleship, focusing on how we can help everyone—from preteens to adults—develop consistent, life-giving habits in Scripture. Many believers want to read their Bible but don't know where to start, so we discussed how…
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#069: Is There a "RIGHT" Way to Read the Bible?? (Also, Chase Ate an Ant)
This week on The Journey, we've actually got an action packed episode. Chase eats an ant, we get the first look at Journey on the Road, and we discuss a quote from a fellow believer named Zach. Zach described his spiritual journey through different portions of Scripture—from inhaling the epistles...
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#068: When God Redirects Your Calling
What happens when God pulls you out of education and drops you into kid's ministry? How do you go from teaching kids to leading senior adults and women? This week on The Journey, Amy and Andrea share their stories as we explore how God uses creativity, storytelling, and even fiction to deepen our...
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#067: Moving Beyond The Church Lingo
This week on The Journey, we explored what it truly means to "take the next step of obedience" in our walk with Christ—a phrase we often hear in church but don't always understand practically. We discussed how obedience isn't just about big, life-altering decisions like moving overseas for...
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#066: What Are You Doing With Your Life?
This week on The Journey, we explored the diverse ways God called each of us into ministry and service, reminding us that every believer has a calling—whether that's in full-time church work or in their everyday workplace. Through personal testimonies, we were reminded that God's calling often...
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#065: Why The Institutions Matter
This week on The Journey, we were joined by Willy Rice, Pastor of Calvary Baptist Church in Clearwater, FL. Our discussion explored the nature and purpose of the Southern Baptist Convention, emphasizing that we are a voluntary cooperation of autonomous churches united primarily around global...
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#064: Miracles, Mercy, and the Win-Win
This week on The Journey, our very own Angel Hall joined us to share a powerful testimony about navigating life's deepest valleys with unwavering faith. Angel shares her journey through multiple cancer diagnoses, revealing how a shift in perspective—from earthly circumstances to eternal...
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#063: Forced Faith or Family Priority?
This week on The Journey, we explored the delicate balance between requiring church attendance and allowing children to develop ownership of their faith. We examined how families can instill the value of church without making it feel like a burden, recognizing that while we can influence our...
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#062: Accountability and Truth OMISSION
This week on The Journey, we explored the importance of complete honesty in our spiritual lives and accountability relationships. Drawing from a recent podcast episode about a pastor's moral failure and journey of restoration, we examined how "truth omission" - being open but not fully honest…
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#061: Does It Matter How I Pray??
This week on The Journey, we answer a listener question!The discussion centered on whether physical posture in prayer (bowed heads, closed eyes) is required or if what truly matters is the posture of our hearts. We examined how the New Testament has internalized so much of what was external in…
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#060: I Have All That I Need
This week on The Journey, we explored the tension many Christians face between desiring mountaintop experiences and learning to recognize God's faithfulness in the valley. We examined how proximity to Christ matters more than the frequency of extraordinary encounters, and how spiritual growth…
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#059: Is God Still Amazing To You?
This week on The Journey, we explored how the early church experienced a profound sense of awe that transformed their daily lives and witness. Drawing from Acts 2:42-47 and an A.W. Tozer quote, we examined why many of us have lost this sense of wonder about God's being and work. The discussion...
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#058: Vibe Shift Revisited
This week on The Journey, we discussed how the modern media landscape—particularly in conservative Christian circles—has created a vibe shift toward Christianity that may not actually be rooted in the claims of Christ and the Gospel. We examined how the "you've been lied to" narrative can lead...
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#057: Should He Be Saying That??
This week on The Journey, we talk about a fascinating tension between professing Christianity and living a transformed life. Has our faith moved beyond intellectual acknowledgment into genuine life transformation? Are we becoming more like Christ today than we were yesterday? When we claim to...
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#056: Am I Content or Am I Complacent?
What does it mean to experience more of God, and how do we navigate the tension between spiritual restlessness and contentment? This week on The Journey, we dive deep into the struggle many of us face when we sense there’s something more in our relationship with God but can’t quite grasp what…
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#055: Brick Your Brain
This week on The Journey, we explored the tension between wanting more of God while struggling to define what that "more" looks like in our daily lives. We examined how our Western mindset often seeks to systematize our relationship with God—creating formulas and processes—while the mystical (or...
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#054: What's Your Stress Level?
This week on The Journey, our discussion centered on the tension between control and trust. Stress often reveals our lack of trust in God's sovereignty, and our natural response is to try to manage everything ourselves rather than surrender to His plan. But the truth is that God is protecting us…
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#053: Disc Golf Discipleship
This week on The Journey, we're once again joined by our very own Doug Faulk to recap his experience at the Eagle Wings Conference. Doug reminded us that our everyday activities and hobbies aren't just recreational—they're mission fields. The conference centered on Mark 2 and the story of the...
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#052: What Are You Even Getting Out Of This??
This week on The Journey, we explored the deeply personal nature of engaging with Scripture and challenged some common assumptions about Bible reading. The key insight is that Scripture isn't a textbook to be mastered for a test, but rather a means of knowing God more deeply. Takeaways:- There's…
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#051: The 30 Day SHRED
We finally made it to video! What does it mean to truly journey through Scripture, and can we find fresh perspective in familiar passages? There’s no single ‘right’ way to encounter Scripture; rather, we’re called to discover what draws us closer to God in our current season. Whether we’re...
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#050: Episode 050 Is Here! (Still No Video)
This week on The Journey, we explored the transformative power of genuine conversation and liturgical practices in our spiritual formation. We discussed how podcasting and long-form conversations help us understand others more deeply, even when we disagree, and examined the profound symbolism of...
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#049: The Ruthless Elimination of Context
This week on The Journey, we explored the balance between two seemingly opposing ideas - the call to work diligently and pursue our God-given purposes versus the need to slow down and eliminate unhealthy hurry from our lives. The key insight is that both perspectives have merit depending on our...
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#048: Every Moment For Spiritual Growth
This week on The Journey, we explored how we often limit spiritual growth to traditional disciplines like morning quiet times and Bible study, when God actually uses every circumstance—especially marriage, parenting, and daily responsibilities—as vehicles for our sanctification. Drawing a little...
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#047: Ridgecrest Legacies
This week on The Journey, we took some time to explore the remarkable journey of Ridgecrest Baptist Church through the eyes of someone who has witnessed decades of faithful ministry. From the old sanctuary with its eight-foot ceilings and supporting poles to our current worship center, from...
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#046: Redemption & Responsibility
This week on The Journey, we welcome Mitch Lucky to the show to help us explore the reality of being a witness for Christ outside the church walls, particularly in secular workplaces where people knew us before our transformation in Christ. Mitch shared his compelling story of how God has used…
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#045: To Preach or Not to Preach
This week on The Journey, we explored the tension between feeling called by God and feeling equipped for that calling. We encourage each other (sorta) to step out in faith, even when we’re uncertain, trusting that the Holy Spirit works through our obedience rather than our perfection. Takeaways…
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#044: What's Worth Your Time?
This week on The Journey, we returned from our staff retreat with a wide-ranging discussion that touched on something we all face daily: how do we discern what content is worth our time and attention? What started as a conversation about A.W. Tozer’s book turned into a deeper exploration of...
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#043: Reclaiming Restoration: The Journey Can Be Messy
This week on The Journey, we explored the tension between extending grace to those struggling and enabling destructive patterns. We discussed how the church often falls into two camps—those who emphasize repentance without restoration, and those who walk alongside people through the messy journey...
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#042: Broxton's HAD IT With Conspiracy Theories
This week on The Journey, we explored the challenges we face in discerning truth amidst the prevalence of conspiracy theories. We discussed the importance of biblical wisdom in evaluating information, the dangers of uncritically accepting sensationalized claims, and the need for Christians to be...
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#041: Here To Be A Servant - Curt Vance
This week on The Journey, we’re joined by one of our most loyal listeners: Curt Vance. We explored the concept of being the church beyond our Sunday gatherings. Our journey doesn’t begin and end within the church walls, but rather starts when we leave the building. Takeaways: * Our Christian...
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#040: What If Christianity Is Actually True??
This week on The Journey, we explored the nature of faith, the challenges of fully embracing Christianity, and the ongoing process of spiritual growth. We discussed how both non-believers and long-time church members can struggle with fully surrendering to Christ, often due to the personal...
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#039: Okay, Now What? Continuing the Discussion On Charlie Kirk
This week on The Journey, we continue discussing the profound impact of Charlie Kirk’s life and tragic assassination, focusing especially on how this moment can inspire us to deepen our faith and live more intentionally. We discussed the power of forgiveness, as demonstrated by Charlie’s wife,...
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#038: Processing the Assassination of Charlie Kirk
This week on The Journey, we talked about the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk and its implications for our faith and culture. We discussed the challenges of processing such events as Christians, the importance of standing firm in our convictions, and the need for respectful dialogue in an...
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#037: Obedience Over Outcome
This week on The Journey, we explored the complexities of hearing God's voice and discerning His will in our lives. We discussed how God communicates with us differently and the importance of patience on the journey. The sermon emphasized that while we may not always understand God's timeline or...
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#036: Idolizing Sports
This week on The Journey, college football is back so we discussed how easily sports can become an idol in our lives. It’s easy to allow it to affect our moods, our schedules, and our priorities. We talk about the importance of keeping our passion for sports in perspective and not allowing it to...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Journey is produced by Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Dothan, AL.Your life has a God given purpose but discovering that purpose is only the beginning of your journey. God is always trying to take you someplace new!
thejourneypodcast.substack.com
HOSTED BY
Broxton Gannon, Chase Faulk, Lance Griffin, Auborn Shepard
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