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God gives us the ability to discern and caution is a part of that discernment. Maddox Vines, Watermark student, joins Hannah Staubs on the podcast to talk through Proverbs 14 and the importance of wisdom that comes the Lord. Additional Scripture referenced in this episode: Proverbs 9:10; "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom" Psalm 46:1 reference; "God is our refuge and strength" Maddox's previous JTJ episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey/id1600151923?i=1000605320443 Are you in highschool and want to get involved in Shoreline at Watermark? Click this link to learn more: https://www.watermark.org/ministries/shoreline Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898

Parents have a unique God-given role to play in the lives of their children. Today on the podcast, Emma Dotter is breaking down verse 24 and what it actually means. Additional Scripture referenced in today's episode: Proverbs 27:12 Hebrews 12:1-2; 5-13, "God's discipline is always good for us" Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898

There can be anxiety that is a worry and there can be anxiety disorders. Today, Emma Dotter and Tia Stelzer share about a godly way to respond to anxiety. Tia challenges us to look at our anxiety not as a burden, but, with God’s help, an opportunity for faithfulness. Join the Journey’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_jointhejourney_/ Join the Journey’s Resources: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Should Christians See Professional Counselors? https://www.watermark.org/blog/should-christians-see-professional-counselors Additional Scripture in this passage: Colossians 3:2, “Set your mind on things that are above.” 2 Corinthians 10:5, “Take every thought captive to obey Christ.” 1 Thessalonians 5:17, “Pray without ceasing.” 1 Peter 5:7, “casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” 1 Corinthians 10:12 “If anyone thinks he stands, he should be careful, it is easy to fall.” Ephesians 6:14-15, “Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth…”

What does God hate? Emma Dotter encourages us to notice what is repeated in this passage, why we should pay attention to it and what the rest of the Bible has to say about it. Additional Scripture referenced in this episode: Romans 3:11-12, "no one does good, not even one" Romans 3:23-27, "Everyone has sinned"; "he makes sinners right in his sight" Leaving a review on the podcast makes it easier for new friends to find us. Let us know what the Lord is teaching you by leaving a review on this episode! Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898

On today's episode, Emma Dotter talks through the structure of Proverbs and shows us how we can work through this book. It starts with the "who", but you must also know the "where" and "what". Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR

There is always room to grow in our wisdom and knowledge of God. Today on the podcast, Hannah Staubs and Watermark student, Mollie Dzina help us unpack questions raised by verse 2 and verse 7! Join the Journey’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_jointhejourney_/ Leaving a review on the podcast makes it easier for new friends to find us. Let us know what the Lord is teaching you by leaving a review on this episode! Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR

What do we learn from the 4 characters mentioned in Proverbs 8? Emma Dotter is joined by today's devo writer, Kortni Williams to talk through what it looks like to follow wisdom and how to understand and apply what we learned today. Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Leaving a review on the podcast makes it easier for new friends to find us. Let us know what the Lord is teaching you by leaving a review on this episode! Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR

Emma Dotter is joined today by Join the journey’s friend, Shane Rasch. One of the ways that we are given the way out to not sin, is by not making the decision to get close to sin in the first place. We don’t need to make decisions to validate our sin, but decisions to not set ourself up to not sin. Look for ways to not excuse sinful decisions. Additional Scripture used in this passage: 2 Timothy 2:22, “Flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness…” Psalm 44:21, “He knows the secrets of the heart…” Romans13:14, “make no provisions for the flesh in regards to it’s lust…” Shane Rasch’s previous podcast: Joshua 19- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-126-joshua-19/id1600151923?i=1000619112183 Exodus 12- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-054-exodus-12/id1600151923?i=1000604463175 Exodus 13- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-055-exodus-13/id1600151923?i=1000604622361 Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

How would God have you spend your time? Emma Dotter is joined by today's devo writer, Dawn Johnson to talk about how our time here on earth is short and the ways we choose to spend our time matters. Additional Scripture referenced on today's episode: Psalm 90 "So teach us to number our days" Leaving a review on the podcast makes it easier for new friends to find us. Let us know what the Lord is teaching you by leaving a review on this episode! Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR

Oftentimes in tempting situations, we can be disappointed when we succumb to those temptations. Why do we fall when we know what to do? The key to overcoming this “forbidden woman” in the passage is not to know the answer in the time of temptation, but to be able to know and act in a time of temptation. Today Emma Dotter unpacks this and more in a study of Proverbs 5. Additional Passages of Scripture in Today’s Podcast: 1 Corinthians 7:5, “Do not deprive one another, except perhaps by agreement for a limited time, that you may devote yourselves to prayer; but then come together again, so that Satan may not tempt you because of your lack of self-control.” 1 John 4:8, “God is love…” 1 Corinthians 10:12, “Be careful that you don’t fall.” Isaiah 41:10, “Do not fear for I am with you, do not be dismayed, for I am your God. Hebrews 4:14-16, “ Lamentations 3:23, “They are new every morning Leaving a review on the podcast makes it easier for new friends to find us. Let us know what the Lord is teaching you by leaving a review on this episode! Join the Journey’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_jointhejourney_/ Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR

What does it mean to "keep your heart with all vigilance?" Emma Dotter is joined today with high school student, Bo Richardson. Emma also unpacks the phrase, “guard your heart” and how we choose to use this passage only for relational advice, and we miss the broader use of the verse. We're talking all about this question and more on today's episode of the Join The Journey Podcast. Here are Bo’s previous Episodes: Genesis 21 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-018-genesis-21/id1600151923?i=1000596484930 1 Samuel 31 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-170-1-samuel-31/id1600151923?i=1000626438286 Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR

The wisdom of God is something that can be found, if we see it like a hidden treasure. Today, Emma Dotter is joined by Lori Stewart as they discuss the ebbs and flows of flourishing while following Jesus. Sometimes we find evil people doing well and flourishing, and as a believer we can be confused? Why when I am doing everything right am I not flourishing? And why when they are doing everything wrong they ARE flourish? Our trust cannot be in what we see and the dark valley ahead, but in God’s sovereignty over us. Additional Scriptures use in this podcast: Isaiah 55:9 Want to learn more about the ministry Lori and Jerry serve in, here is the re|engage link: https://www.watermark.org/ministries/re-engage#whattoexpect Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR

Welcome back to Join The Journey! We are kicking off 2024 in Proverbs. Emma Dotter is joined by Watermark's Lead Pastor, Blake Holmes to unpack what Proverbs is about and specifically talk through Proverbs 1. Additional Scriptures referenced in today's episode: Colossians 2:8, "See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit" Colossians 3:16, "Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly" Proverbs 9:10, "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom" John 14:6, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life." Join the Journey’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_jointhejourney_/ Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Access old reading plans: JoinTheJourney.com

What are we reading in 2024? What new features should we expect to see? Emma Dotter talks through everything we can anticipate from Join The Journey in 2024! Access old reading plans: JoinTheJourney.com Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898

Thank you for joining us on this Journey in 2023! Things don't always go according to plan here on the podcast and we thought we would share a few bloopers from this year with you all. See you in 2024!

"Come, Lord Jesus." Why do we want Jesus to come? Emma Dotter is joined by Community Director, Katie Shemanske to talk about the Holy Spirit's role in our lives and what Jesus is doing right now. Additional Scripture referenced in this episode: John 16:7-14, Holy Spirit's role 2 Corinthians 3:18, "transformed by the Spirit" 2 Corinthians 4:4, "the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers" 2 Peter 3:9, "not wishing that any should perish" Isaiah 55, "Come everyone who thirsts" Get connected with community at Watermark: https://www.watermark.org/community?q=community Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR

"Behold, I am coming soon." Today on the podcast, Emma Dotter is joined by young adult, Trey Mapes to talk about living with a heavenly mindset and being prepared for when Jesus comes back. Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR

Emma Dotter is joined today by Porch Staff member, Aaron Collins. In today’s passage, the church at Laodicea was not making wise choices. Christ was their Savior but he was not the Lord of their lives. This transformation of their lives wasn’t happening because of their lukewarm choices. The main point of this passage is to choose to repent out of love. God wants to fellowship with us, and through a repentant heart we can fellowship with him. Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR

This earth is not as good as it gets. Today, Ashley Lawerence joins Emma Dotter walking through this passage in Revelation! Advent is a period of preparation to prepare of the coming of Jesus. And we can still celebrate the glory of Jesus even this day after Christmas. Want to serve at the porch? Fill out the application here: https://watermark.formstack.com/forms/porchvolunteerapp Additional Scriptures in this Podcast: Revelation 1:11- Postal Route for the church John 1:1-18, “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.” Revelation: 3:1, 4:5, Ephesians 4:4- other passages that allude to the Holy Spirit at 7 Spirits. All the other Scriptures after revelation Luke 22:42 Your will be done Want to have something fun to drink this day after Christmas? Check-out these fun blue raspberry straws from amazon! And dunk ‘em in a sprite! https://www.amazon.com/Sour-Punch-Straws-Raspberry-Flavored/dp/B000FED3VY/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2G5VNULC85CK0&keywords=blue+raspberry+straws&qid=1700154276&sprefix=blue+rassberry+straws%2Caps%2C76&sr=8-2

Merry Christmas! A question to consider in light of Joseph’s example is this: am I taking time to actually pause and consider things in the presence of God? Emma Dotter is joined by Watermark’s Men’s Community Director, Jacob Alger. Jacob challenges us to think about the gravity of this passage! Jesus is simultaneously being held by his earthly mother Mary and holding the universe! How beautiful is the perfect story of Christmas! Additional Scripture in the Podcast: Colossians 1:16-17, “For by him all things were created…” Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

Who is on the throne of your life? Today Emma Dotter is joined by Josiah Jones, the Young Adults Director of Volunteers. Of all of the people to study in this passage, Josiah chose to look into the villain of our passage, Herod, and the dangers of clinging tightly to a position over trusting in Christ. Additional Scriptures in this Podcast: 1 Thessalonians 2:8, “We were willing to share not only the gospel of God, but our own lives swell.” Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey We would love to share more about Jesus with you! Email us if you want to connect! [email protected] Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

The Lord emphasizes using unexpected people and unexpected places to display His glory. Emma Dotter is joined by faithful Watermark member, Rebekah Leal to talk about the fulfillment of prophecy and Jerusalem's response. Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR

We get to see God's ultimate plan of redemption through Jesus in Micah?! Today on the podcast, Emma Dotter is joined by Minh and Leah Le to talk through God's restoration and what it means to trust in the good Shepherd. Additional Scripture referenced in this episode: Matthew 2:6 - References Micah 5:2 Leaving a review helps others more easily find the podcast! We'd love to hear from you so let us know what you are learning from the podcast. Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR

What is the significance of God choosing the shepherds as the first to hear of the Savior's birth? Emma Dotter is joined by Kelsey Foreman; Watermark's Institute Coordinator, to talk about the shepherds and what we can learn from Mary's response to them. Additional Scripture referenced in this episode: Luke 1; Census taken Leaving a review helps others more easily find the podcast! We'd love to hear from you so let us know what you are learning from the podcast. Apply for the Watermark Institute Here: https://www.watermarkresources.com/ministries/institute Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR

Emma Dotter is joined by her friend Casey Crane! Casey and Emma give the listeners so many interesting facts to deepen our love for this passage. He teaches that the two questions that this passage is asking is this: who is Jesus and how should we respond? God chooses to give this incredible news to the humble in heart, which are the shepherds! Additional Scriptures used in this Passage: Psalm 147:11, “The Lord takes pleasure in those who fear,” Isaiah 6:2-3, “Above him stood the seraphim. Each had six wings…” Isaiah 6:8, “And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?’ Then I said, ‘Here I am! Send me.’” Hebrews 11:6, “Without faith it is impossible to please him,” Romans 5:8, “But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

Emma Dotter is joined by Watermark Young Adult, Angie Hernandez! Angie challenges listeners by reminding us that the only part of the equation that we bring in salvation is that we are broken, and that God is the Savior. The way that the Savior came was not the way that Israel was expecting, but God is a God of process, and he came in the perfect processed timing. Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

Today Emma Dotter is joined by fellow Watermark Staff member, and casual YouTuber Will Mcllroy. The way that God is at work may not be as “efficient” as we would think, but it is providential. What people think may be “inefficient” shows our lack of trust in God’s plan. The Christmas story is not a myth, it’s not random, and it is simple! Additional Scriptures used in this Passage: Philippians 2:6-7, “And being found in human form, he humbled himself…” 2 corinthians 2:8-9, “Though for your sake he became poor.” Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

In Luke 1:46-56 Emma Dotter is joined by Makayla Greene, Watermark Porch Communications Coordinator. In the podcast, Makayla highlights that Mary praises the greatness of God and humbly worships God. Mary was in awe of the fact that God would choose to use her. God didn’t have to use Mary or even use us, but God chooses to use us and that is a gift. Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

If we jump into this Christmas season as “normal” then we will miss the need that we actually have for Christmas. Emma Dotter is joined by Ryan Garrahan, Community Team focused on Formation team as they talk about our need for Christmas. All of the pent up need and expectation for Christmas is seen here. Ryan shares how his own life has experienced miracle after miracle from God, and we see the same thing in the passage. Additional Scriptures used in the Podcast: Malachi 4:4-5, “I will send you Elijah the prophets before the great and awesome day of the Lord comes…” Romans 8:28, “God works all things together for good for those who love God, and for those who are called according to his purposes…” Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

"God is intentially always at work and often moves in ways we wouldn't expect." Emma Dotter is joined by her friend Sam Morey, to talk about the importance of the 14,14,14 generations mentioned in Matthew and how we can practically look the ways God is working in our lives today. Sam's Previous JTJ episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey/id1600151923?i=1000607105969 Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1XGIDJUTN3OWV&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702052165&sprefix=join+the+jour%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-5 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

As we continue to look at the story of advent, we see here 4 allusions to the coming of Jesus. Today Emma Dotter is joined by two of her friends: Abi Tacam & Madi Bellinghausen. A star and scepter is coming! David didn’t need to build a house for God, God was going to build a dynasty through him! And there is a Branch that is coming and all of these things are pointing to the coming of Jesus. Additional Scriptures in this Podcast: Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations…” Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

How should we think about Israel? What does Romans 9 really mean? Today on the podcast, Emma Dotter is joined by Brandon Brower, a faithful Watermark member, to walk us through some difficult passages and how they can be helpful this Advent season. Other helpful podcast episodes: Romans 9: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey/id1600151923?i=1000551847956 Romans 11: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey/id1600151923?i=1000552080293 Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

Emma Dotter is joined today by Kendall Kaigler, the Young Adults Women’s Coordinator. There is a blessing that is going to come from the Abrahamic line; there is a prophet coming that is better than Moses; and then a passage in Acts that ties all of this together. Jesus is this promised prophet! Kendal ends the podcast by asking the question, “Are we living with the end in mind?” Additional Scripture in this passage: Luke 1, The prophecy of the coming of Jesus. Want to learn more about the Porch? Click on the link here: https://www.theporch.live/ Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

Looking at Genesis in a Bible reading plan for Christmas can seem random? Why study Genesis? What does this have t do with Jesus? But today Emma Dotter and Emily Engstrom explore how Genesis 3:15 is the first promise of Christmas. The Savior and Serpent Crusher promised here is the promise of Christmas! Additional Scripture in this passage: John 1:1, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

The word “believed” is used 84 times in the book of John, and the book’s whole purpose is that the people who read it would believe in Jesus. Emma Dotter is joined by Watermark’s teaching pastor, Timothy (TA) Ateek. TA shares how the entire claim of the book of John is found in John 1:14, that the Word (Jesus) became flesh, and dwelt (tabernacled) among us. Additional Scripture used in this podcast: John 1:1-5 mirrors Genesis 1:1, “In the beginning God…” Colossians 1:16 “All things were created by him and for him…” Exodus 33:18-19, “Please show me your glory…” Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

In today's bonus episode, Emma Dotter is joined by Hank Hoaglund to kick off Advent season on the podcast! Our goal is to deepen our understanding of Jesus, but before we begin, we thought it would be helpful to breakdown what Advent even is. Join The Journey Advent Reading Plan: https://www.watermark.org/christmas/advent?q=advent+2023 Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

In today’s bonus episode, Hannah Staubs gives a high-level recap of the book of Nehemiah. We get to see Nehemiah step up and own the disobedience of the people of Israel and his own disobedience. We also see Nehemiah's confidence in the Lord's work and God sustaining and leading him through it all. Additional Scriptures mentioned in today's episode: Philipians 1:6 "Good work in you" Join The Journey Advent Reading Plan: https://www.watermark.org/christmas/advent?q=advent+2023 Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

As believers, we are called and equipped to address brokeness. In today's episode, Emma Dotter is joined by faithful Watermark partner, Ben Solomon to talk through what is looks like to be ministers of reconciliation. Additional Scriptures mentioned in today's episode: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21, "Ministers of reconciliation" Isaiah 58:12 - "God's heart for the poor" More info on how to serve with School Impact at Watermark: https://www.watermark.org/ministries/engage/school-impact?q=School+Impact Join The Journey Advent Reading Plan: https://www.watermark.org/christmas/advent?q=advent+2023 Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

Emma Dotter is joined by today’s devo writer, Chris Bryan. This construction was about more than just a wall being built, it was Nehemiah leading the people of God back into obedience to God. Oftentimes we can become so focused on accomplishing things that we miss celebrating what God has done. Chris & Emma encourage us to take the time to celebrate the big and small things God is doing. If you are interested in learning more about Equipped Disciple, check out the link below. https://www.watermark.org/ministries/equipped-disciple Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14

In today’s episode, Hannah Staubs is joined by one of our Watermark High School students, Chloe Copeland to talk about God's faithfulness to us and how we too can be faithful in every season. Additional Scripture used in this Podcast: Isaiah 41:10 "Fear not for I will be with you" 2024 Join The Journey Journals are not currently available, but you can still grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

How do we know if we need to adjust our routine? Emma Dotter is on the podcast today to talk about Nehemiah 9 and how God's people realized something had to change and what it looked like to repent. Additional Scripture used in this Podcast: Hebrews 10:24-25, "Not negleting to meet together" Psalm 34:1, "His praise shall continuelly be in my mouth" 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, "But thank God!" 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, "Give thanks in all circumstances" The Join The Journey staff team would love the opportunity to get to know you! The upcoming prayer gathering will be held during the normal Watermark prayer service (a take over, if you will) on December, 3rd at 5:30 PM in the chapel at the Watermark Dallas campus. Join us as the podcast family gathers IN PERSON to pray, thanking God for all He’s taught us this past year & looking forward to all that he will do in 2024. For more information regarding the Watermark prayer services, check out: https://www.watermark.org/prayer Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

Emma Dotter is joined today by Jeff Ward. His passion for the community and for hearts to be changed is heard in today’s podcast. Jeff challenges us that transformed hearts are what really transforms communities. If we don’t care about people’s eternity’s and hearts, then we are missing it. As believers, the work that we are doing really does matter to God, how are we living? Are we choosing to do “random acts of kindness” that are less random and more Spirit led? Serve the less fortunate out of joy! Additional Scriptures used in the Podcast: Matthew 5:16, “Let our light shine before others…” Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

In today's episode, Emma Dotter helps us understand Post Exilic prophets and this "already but not yet" mindset. Additional Scripture referenced in this episode: The Post Exilic Prophets are Amos 9:11, "I will rebuild it" Daniel 9:24-27, "Judgement and destruction" Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

Nehemiah does not doubt what the Lord is asking him to do and is confident in the Lord's plan. Emma Dotter is joined by faithful Watermark member, Hannah Rosen to walk us through how to not get distracted by others and stay focused on what God has for you. Additional Scripture used in this Podcast: Hebrews 12:1-2 "Run with endurance" TA's talk on Nehemiah at Breakaway Ministries: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymMH8TPMuc0 Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898

What in Nehemiah's response is similar or disimilar to the way we love our city? In today’s episode, Emma Dotter is joined by Watermark CDC's Executive Director, Carson Smith to talk about how Nehemiah responds to the the people's hardship. Additional Scripture used in this Podcast: Jeremiah 29:7 "Seek the wellfare of the city" Matthew 5:9 "Blessed are the peacemakers" Leaving a review on the podcast makes it easier for new friends to find us. Let us know what the Lord is teaching you by leaving a review on this episode!! Learn more about Watermark CDC: www.watermark.org/engage/city/cdc?q=watermark+cdc Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898

What is the importance of prayer? Why might Christians be tempted to procrastinate prayer or try to push through without praying? In today’s episode, Hannah Staubs interviews one of our Watermark High School students, Jake Adams, to talk all things Nehemiah 4. Additional Scripture used in this Podcast: Psalm 20:7 - “Some trust in chariots” The Join The Journey staff team would love the opportunity to get to know you! The upcoming prayer gathering will be held during the normal Watermark prayer service (a take over, if you will) on December, 3rd at 5:30 PM in the chapel at the Watermark Dallas campus. Join us as the podcast family gathers IN PERSON to pray, thanking God for all He’s taught us this past year & looking forward to all that he will do in 2024. For more information regarding the Watermark prayer services, check out: https://www.watermark.org/prayer For more information about Re:generation for Students, check out: https://www.watermark.org/ministries/regenforstudents For more information regarding Re:generation for adults, check out: https://www.regenerationrecovery.org Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

Before there is action, there needs to be alignment. Emma Dotter is joined by faithful Watermark member, Kat Ateek to walk through how we can align our hearts with God and join in on His work! Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

If you are a project manager, the book of Nehemiah is for you! Emma Dotter interviews her friend and Watermark Lead Project Manager, Scott Sengbush. Nehemiah appeals to the Lord before he appeals to his own plans and ideas. How often are we started off our day looking to God? His prayer was emotional, serious, and persistent to God. Want to serve with JTJ? We would LOVE to have you! Here is the link to sign up! https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?query=Join%20the%20Journey Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Got kids? Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5886-elijah-and-elisha

This may be a passage that can cause confusion to the believer, but today Emma Dotter is joined by Jaclyn West to unpack a deep conversation. This passage has a beautiful example of repentance with three takeaways: the people had high regard for the Word of God, they had recognition and sorrow for their sin, and they knew that true repentance of sin does cost us something. Additional Passages of Scripture: Deuteronomy 7 & Exodus 34:16, God does not want Israel taking the sons and daughters of other lands in marriage 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, “Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers” Proverbs 20:12, “the hearing ear and the seeing eyes the Lord has made them both.” 2 Corinthians 7:10-11, “Godly grief produces repentance” Luke 9:23, “Deny yourself, take up his cross and follow me.” Proverbs 14:16, “A fool is reckless and careless.” Acts 3:19-20, “Repent therefore, and turn back, that your sins may be blotted out…” Want more information on Regeneration? Here is the link: https://www.watermark.org/events/20-re-generation Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

Ezra knew God's Word, he tried to do things God's way, and he worked to help others stay aligned with God's will. In today’s episode, Emma Dotter highlights Ezra 7:10 and gives context for its significance. Additional Scripture used in this Podcast: Hebrews 4:12 - God's Word is living and active John 1:1-4 - Life in the Word of God Leaving reviews on the podcast makes it easier for others to find! Let us know what the Lord is teaching you by leaving a review on this episode. The Join The Journey staff team would love the opportunity to get to know you! The upcoming prayer gathering will be held during the normal Watermark prayer service (a take over, if you will) on December, 3rd at 5:30 PM in the chapel at the Watermark Dallas campus. Join us as the podcast family gathers IN PERSON to pray, thanking God for all He’s taught us this past year & looking forward to all that he will do in 2024. For more information regarding the Watermark prayer services, check out: https://www.watermark.org/prayer Grab a Join The Journey Journal that coincides with this part of the Join The Journey Reading Plan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14 Want to read the Bible with your kids? Check out the Join the Journey Jr. Bible reading plan: https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham