Rise & Shine Podcast

In this episode, the guys go off script, tune in to hear some great conversations.

In this episode the guys discuss Teacher Appreciation Week and dive into Matthew Chapter 9: 14-17. Jesus shows us a new way to find Joy in God! He teaches us to be present with Him and find our Joy with new methods instead of the ways of old.

In this episode we talk about how Jesus calls Matthew to Follow Him and how he leaves everything immediately to follow. We also discuss about the celebration Matthew throws and has Jesus over as well as he will be frowned upon from the religious leaders for doing so.

In this episode we take a look at the healing of the paralyzed man in Matthew chapter 9. We discuss the determination and faith of the men that brought the paralyzed man to Jesus and also how us as followers of Christ can use our testimony to encourage others to find a love for Jesus!

In this episode, we jump into Matthew 8:18-34. We learn that when we follow Jesus we leave our zones of comfort for commitment. As we see in the text Jesus will show his authority and what it will cost to trust in Him as he continues his public ministry.

The guys discuss the miracles perform in Matthew chapter 8. Join us a we dive into the first half of Matthew post Easter on Jesus showing his divine authority.

We've all felt the sting of being judged-and if we're honest, we've all done some judging too. In this episode, we unpack what Jesus really meant about judgement, how it impacts our relationships, and how to live with both truth and grace.

In this episode, we unpack Jesus’ powerful words from Matthew 6—“Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Is your life centered on things that fade, or on what lasts forever? Join us as we challenge ourselves to examine our priorities, realign our hearts, and discover the joy of investing in eternal treasure.

In this episode, we dive into Jesus' teaching on these spiritual disciplines and learn how living for the Father's approval instead of people's applause leads to deeper faith and greater reward. (Matthew 6)

In this episode, we explore Jesus call to a greater righteousness- one that goes beyond rules to a transformed heart. Discover how living from the inside out allows righteousness to exceed the righteousness of the Pharisees.

In this episode we discuss how we are to prevent decay, push back darkness, and point people to Jesus by being salt and light in the world. Scripture - Matthew 5: 13-16

In this episode the guys discuss the first part of the sermon on the Mount, the Beatitudes and how they picture the progression of how you become a Christian and live it out in our lives.

In this episode the guys talk and discuss Matthew 4 as Jesus begins his earthly ministry and assembling his team to carry out His mission and how we are called to follow Jesus too.

In this episode, the guys discuss some important tips to reading God's Word - where to start, what to do and how to make it effective.

In this episode, we explore why Jesus was baptized, what it reveals about His mission, and how our own obedience often precedes God's affirmation and power.

Happy New Year! The guys are back unpacking Matthew 3 and discussing what we need to do to be ready for the Lord to do a great work in 2026!

In this episode, we walk through Matthew 2, reflecting on Christmas and the transition into a new year. We're reminded that God is faithful and in control, even when life feels uncertain, and we're encouraged to trust His direction as we step into what's next.

The guys are back after a two week break and we are starting to work our way through the Gospel of Matthew and how it relates to the Christmas season.

Tune in as the guys discuss Thanksgiving traditions and how we can live a life of gratitude in every season of life.

Join Pastor Justin, Jeff and Austin as they breakdown the Sunday sermon and talk about the attitude of giving and how God blesses when we give to those in need.

Happy Veterans Day on this episode the guys discuss the cost and sacrifice of our veterans and how it relates to our freedoms as believers in Christ and what Jesus did to purchase our freedom.

In this episode we discuss Sunday services and how they tied together how we should speak the truth, use our time, and be a testimony in world today.

On this episode, Jeff returns from his trip to Rome and the guys discuss the last two villains Judas and Satan.

In this episode Andrea joins the guys as we discuss the villain of idolatry what idols do to our lives and what we can do to remove them and rebuild the true altar of our hearts for God.

In this episode, we talk about why we made the change, what it means for the future, and how it reflects our heart to help you wake up your faith, live with purpose, and shine the light of Jesus every day. Get ready for fresh energy, real talk, and a renewed vision for what's ahead - It's Time to RISE and SHINE!

Jeff is back and we are joined with Pastor Justin's wife Michelle to talk about fearing God and how blessed we are to be raised in a Christian home and taught the principles of the Bible.

In this episode we welcome Christian social media influencer Kristen Clabaugh and discuss how we can pass on our faith to the next generation and the challenges and obstacles that we face in the culture that is against God and the Bible. Find Kristen on these social media platforms: Instagram - @kristenwriteschristian Tiktok - @kristenclabaugh

In today’s episode the guys are joined by Carley France to discuss the role of women and mothers in today’s culture and the challenges and obstacles to overcome in being a brave godly woman today.

The guys discuss our Easter weekend and why it is the most important weekend we celebrate every year.

After two weeks the guys are back and on this episode we discuss the first of Jesus’ three resurrections and what makes it different than the other two and what it means for our future resurrection as believers in Christ.

In this episode we discuss the resurrection of a daughter of a modern day pastor who came to Jesus to heal his daughter and what lessons we can learn when we find ourselves in desperate situations like this.

In this episode, we talk about the decision to move forward in as Gateway Baptist Church and how being united together is vitally important to our making a difference in our communities.

Love Like Jesus The guys discuss the new command given by Jesus to his disciples on how we should love each other the way Jesus does and what that looks like lived out in our lives.

In this episode, the guys discussed the first part of making a difference by finding your purpose and serving others within the church body.

In today’s episode the guys talk about the importance of finding a group of people to do life with as a follower of God and how we are better together than by ourselves.

In this episode the guys discuss how to live out our mission by knowing God and learning to know him better everyday.

In this podcast we talk about the NBA dunk champ Mac McClung, NBA all star game, and our vision as a church and what God has called us to do.

In this episode we discuss our theme and word for the year. We all have a story and we need to share that story with others.

In this episode we look at our the passion for God’s word and the action steps to follow to develop a habit of reading the Bible everyday.

In this episode Austin and Jeff are joined by 3 young adults that attended Passion Conference in Atlanta, GA (Brooklyn Smith, Aaron Hill and Tehillah Gardner) to discuss the experience to give us the listeners a small glimpse into this amazing 20+ year ministry introduced by Pastor Louie Giglio and Chris Tomlin.

Merry Christmas! The guys are joined by a special guest, Pastor Justin's daughter Brooklyn and we talk about our favorite Christmas gifts and the message of fear not to the shepherds.

In this episode, we talk about our favorite Christmas snacks and the message from Sunday on not being afraid of what others think about you.

In the next three episodes we discuss the three different times in the Christmas story when God sends and angel to tell an individual to not be afraid. In this episode we focus on Mary. Mary had a plan but God interrupted Mary’s plan and tells her not to be afraid of what I am asking you to do.

In this episode, we talk about the daily choice of choosing the wisdom of God over the wisdom of the World.

Happy Thanksgiving In this episode, the guys talk about Thanksgiving traditions and discuss Ecclesiastes 5 about the love and lies of money and the life of giving that sets us free.

In this episode, we discuss the way we should come to church and worship God from Ecclesiastes 5. We talk about practical insights that are designed to transform your worship experience and how you can live a lifestyle of worship.

On this episode the guys unpack Ecclesiastes 3 and discuss the aspects of life, death and the judgments that are to come for believers and unbelievers.

We discuss in Ecclesiastes 2 how Solomon teaches us that hunting and obtaining all that anyone could ever desire without God in the picture only leads to disappointment and emptiness. Don't chase the wind!

On this episode the guys discuss how life lived under the Sun without God in the equation and no eternal perspective will leave us meaningless and empty.

After two weeks the guys are back to talk about the hurricane in the mountains and how the church stepped up and were the hands and feet of Jesus.