Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin
Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin is a podcast that explores weekly sermons in greater depth, aiming to help listeners develop a deeper relationship with God. Hosted by Pastor Joby Martin, each episode features special guests and dives into the message from the week. The podcast is part of The Church of Eleven22, a movement based in Jacksonville, Florida, with multiple campuses. Listeners can also access free resources from Pastor Joby's book and support the church's mission.
Episodes
The Invitation You Can’t Afford to Reject - Matthew S6E3
What will you do with the invitation of Jesus?
In Matthew 21:23–22:14, Jesus confronts the religious leaders through a series of parables that reveal the difference between religious performance and true repentance. Pastor Joby Martin and Pastor One unpack the seriousness of rejecting Jesus, the patience of God, and the scandal of grace that invites sinners into His Kingdom.
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Is Your Faith Actually Producing Fruit? - Matthew S6E2
Are you following Jesus or just looking the part?
In this episode of the Deepen Podcast, Pastor Joby Martin unpacks the triumphal entry, Jesus cleansing the temple, and the cursing of the fig tree to show the difference between outward religion and a life that actually produces fruit.
Following Jesus is more than going to church, reading your Bible, or knowing the right things. It is surrenderin
What Does It Mean to Be Great in God’s Kingdom? - Matthew S6E1
In Matthew 20, Jesus challenges the world’s definition of success. While the sons of Zebedee seek position and prominence, two blind men come to Jesus with nothing to offer but their need for mercy. Through these encounters, we see the difference between seeking what Jesus can give us and fully depending on what only He can do for us.
In this episode of Deepen, Pastors Joby Martin and Ryan Britt u
Comparison Is Stealing Your Joy - Matthew S5E10
Comparison has a way of convincing us that God owes us more. But in Matthew 20, Jesus tells the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard to reveal a completely different way of thinking. God's Kingdom doesn't operate on merit. It operates on grace.
In this episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby Martin and Pastor Ona unpack why comparison steals our joy, how entitlement blinds us to God's goodness and why th
Come with Nothing. Receive Everything. - Matthew S5E9
What if the one thing you're holding onto is the very thing keeping you from fully following Jesus?
In this Deepen Podcast episode, Pastor Joby Martin and Pastor One unpack Matthew 19, exploring childlike faith, the rich young ruler and why salvation can never be earned.
Discover why Jesus isn't asking for better performance but complete surrender, and how true freedom is found when Christ becomes
Marriage Is a Picture of the Gospel - Matthew S5E8
Marriage was never just about two people.
In this episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby Martin and Pastor Matt Carter unpack Matthew 19, revealing how God's design for marriage points to the covenant love of Christ for His church.
Discover why understanding God's purpose for marriage transforms the way we approach divorce, reconciliation, grace and the gospel.
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The Freedom Found in Forgiveness - Matthew S5E7
Why is forgiveness so hard?
In Matthew 18, Jesus teaches that forgiveness isn't about pretending the hurt never happened or ignoring the pain. It's about remembering the debt Christ canceled on our behalf and extending that same grace to others.
In this episode, Pastor Joby Martin and Pastor Adam unpack what biblical forgiveness really looks like, how to walk through conflict God's way and why t
Teaching Forgiveness to Your Family - The Big Brave Choice Roundtable
What does it practically look like to live out forgiveness like Christ as we disciple our children and grandchildren?
At The Church of Eleven22®, our mission is to help people discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus. For our kids, that often begins with stories that communicate God’s truth in ways they can understand and apply.
In this roundtable conversation, Pastor Joby Martin, Lori Newell
Do You Really Trust God? - Matthew S5E6
Do you trust Jesus enough to follow Him when you don't understand what He's doing? This episode of Deepen explores the difference between self-reliance and true dependence on God.
As Pastor Joby Martin and Pastor Matt Carter walk through Matthew 17–18, they unpack what childlike faith looks like, why self-righteousness is so dangerous and how trusting Jesus changes the way we live every day.
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From the Mountaintop to the Valley - Matthew S5E5
From mountaintop moments and spiritual warfare to prayer, healing and mustard seed faith, this conversation reminds us that faith is not about the amount of faith we have but the object of our faith. Jesus never intended for us to stay on the mountain. He fills us up so we can be poured out for His purposes.
Whether you are walking through suffering, struggling with doubt or simply crying out, "Lo
Jesus Is for Everyone - Matthew S5E4
Who is the gospel for? Everyone. In this episode, we walk through Matthew 14:34–16:12 and explore how Jesus meets all kinds of people—outsiders, religious people, the hurting, the curious and those desperately searching for hope. The invitation of Jesus is bigger than our backgrounds and barriers.
Supplemental Resources From This Week:
• Sober, Surrendered, & Sent - Ryan's Story
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The Heart of Compassion - Matthew S5E3
What does it mean to have true compassion? In this episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby Martin, Pastor Ryan Britt, Ali Parsons and Kevin Myers from Compassion International unpack Matthew 14 and the feeding of the 5,000.
Together, they explore how Jesus responded to people with compassion and why biblical compassion always leads to action. You'll hear stories of child sponsorship, discipleship, and life
The Danger of Small Compromises - Matthew S5E2
What happens when you are close to the truth but never surrender to it? Herod had power, influence, and proximity to the truth, yet he never surrendered to it. In this conversation, Pastor Joby Martin, Pastor Jonathan Vinke, and Pastor One Mokgatle unpack how small compromises can lead us away from God, why the fear of man is so dangerous, and how true freedom is found in obedience to Jesus. Wheth
The Hidden Treasure of the Kingdom - Matthew S5E1
What is Jesus worth to you? Pastor Joby Martin, Pastor Jonathan Vinke and Pastor One Mokgatle dive deeper into Matthew 13, exploring the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price. Together, they discuss what it means to see Jesus as our greatest treasure, why some people miss what's right in front of them and whether we truly believe He is enough.
Whether you've been searching f
From Seed to Harvest - Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin: Matthew S4E7
Can you tell the difference between wheat and weeds before they grow?
In Matthew 13, Jesus teaches that only God truly sees the heart. While people are quick to judge, God is patient, gracious, and still at work beneath the surface. In this episode of Deepen, the team unpacks the Parable of the Weeds, the reality of eternity, and what it means to trust God with the harvest instead of trying to c
What Is the Condition of Your Heart? - Matthew S4E6
In Matthew 13, Jesus shares the Parable of the Sower, revealing how the condition of our hearts impacts the way we receive the Word of God. Why do some people hear the truth and walk away unchanged while others are transformed by it?
In this conversation through Matthew 13, we unpack emotional faith vs rooted faith, the dangers of distraction and spiritual pride, and what it looks like to prepare
Jesus Is Greater Than Religion - Matthew S4E4
What happens when following rules becomes more important than following Jesus?
In this conversation through Matthew 12, Pastor Joby Martin and the Deepen team unpack the difference between religion and the gospel. Legalism says God will love you if you change. The gospel says God changes you because He loves you.
Jesus confronts the Pharisees for valuing rules over people, sacrifice over mercy, an
Faith in the Midst of Doubt - Matthew S4E4
John the Baptist boldly declared Jesus as the Messiah, but later, sitting in prison, he wrestled with doubt. What do you do when following Jesus does not go the way you expected?
In this conversation through Matthew 11, we see that doubt does not disqualify your faith. It invites you to bring your questions to Jesus. Even in suffering and uncertainty, He is still who He says He is.
Jesus does not
Jesus Didn’t Just Save You, He Sent You - Matthew S4E3
Jesus didn’t just save you from your sin, He sent you into the harvest. In Matthew 9-10, Jesus declares the gospel, demonstrates His power through miracles, and then calls His followers to go. The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few.
Faith isn’t just believing facts about Jesus, it’s trusting Him enough to move. We are called to pray earnestly, live boldly, and step into the work God ha
It’s Not Over Until He Says It’s Over - Matthew S4E2
What does real faith actually look like?
In Matthew 9, we see two desperate people come to Jesus, not with pride or perfection, but with need. A father believing for his daughter. A woman reaching in faith after years of suffering. And Jesus meets both of them right there.
This message reminds us that it’s not about how much faith you have, but where you place it. When your need outweighs your ego
He Calls Sinners, Not the Righteous - Matthew S4E1
This episode dives into Matthew 9 and the calling of Matthew, highlighting how Jesus meets us right in the middle of our sin and calls us to follow Him.
Through personal stories of salvation, repentance, and transformation, we see that faith becomes real when the gospel moves from something we’ve heard to something we personally receive.
The conversation emphasizes that we are not the ones searchi
The Power of the Resurrection Changes Everything - Matthew S3E3
What does Easter really mean and how should it shape the way we see everything?
In this episode of Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin we dive into the power of the resurrection and why there is truly no such thing as a non-Easter message. Through the story of the paralytic in Matthew we unpack a deeper truth Jesus did not just come to heal what is visible. He came to forgive restore and bring us into
Trusting Jesus in the Storm - Matthew S3E2
Following Jesus isn’t about comfort— it’s about surrender.
In this episode of Deepen, we explore the tension between fear and faith, the cost of truly following Jesus, and what it looks like to trust Him in the middle of life’s storms. Jesus isn’t an add-on to our plans. He is Lord and He calls us to put Him first.
Faith doesn’t remove difficulty, but it anchors us in the One who has authority ove
What Jesus’ Miracles Are Really Pointing To - Matthew S3E1
Season 3 of Matthew kicks off as we begin the 3-week journey to Easter.
After finishing the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus moves from declaring the message of the kingdom to demonstrating the Kingdom. Pastor Joby Martin, Pastor Jonathan Vinke, and Pastor One Mokgatle explore the connection between demonic oppression and physical illness, and how Jesus marvels at our faith when we trust in Him.
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Do You Really Know Jesus? - Matthew S2E6
In today's episode, we dive deeper into Pastor Joby's sermon on Matthew 7:15-29. How can you be sure you are saved? It's not by doing enough religious activity. Only through trusting in the finished work of Jesus can we have assurance.
As Jesus closes out the Sermon on the Mount, He warns us about following false prophets or building our life on anything other than Him. We will only weather the s
"Only God Can Judge Me" - Matthew S2E5
What did Jesus really mean when He said, “Judge not”? In this episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby Martin, Pastor Britt and Ali Parsons unpack Matthew 7 and the difference between discernment and a judgmental spirit. They talk about why “only God can judge me” can be such a dangerous mindset, how judgment steals our joy, why we’re called to pray for people instead of picking them apart and what it looks
Jesus Wants to Reward You - Matthew S2E4
What do you want out of life? Do you want people to be impressed by how holy you seem to be? In today’s episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby expounds on Matthew 6:1-18 and explains Jesus’ warning against being a “performer” of righteous deeds. Jesus wants us to live to please God and to pursue the reward that He offers through our giving, our praying, and our fasting: the gift of himself.
“If we conside
Lust and Anger will Kill You - Matthew S2E3
Jesus says that a changed heart changes everything about how we live. In this episode of Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin, you’ll learn how destructive things like anger, lust, divorce, and broken promises really are. Jesus gets to the heart of the matter and gives a better way to walk in victory: walking in his perfect righteousness purchased through the cross.
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• Scripture Passag
Be Salt and Light - Matthew S2E2
In this episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby, Pastor Vinke, and Pastor Britt are joined by Pastor Michael Olson to discuss Matthew 5:13-20. We are not saved because of anything we can do, but when we come to Christ it should change everything about everything we do. The work of Christ in fulfilling the law means that we can live lives that look different from the world--and that cause others to look at
Do you want to be BLESSED? - Matthew S2E1
In this episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby, Pastor Britt and Pastor Vinke dive deeper into this week’s sermon on the Beatitudes, the opening passage from the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5-7).
Contrary to what many have been taught, these 8 statements are not individual conditions to be met in order to receive a blessing from God. Discover the beatitudes as both a pathway to salvation and a pattern of d
What Does it Mean to Follow Jesus? - Matthew S1E3
Pastor Joby, Pastor Britt and Pastor Vinke discuss the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry from Matthew 4:12-29. Why did Jesus choose these fishermen to be his first disciples? What does it mean for you and me to follow Jesus?
It simply means taking steps in the direction that he is walking. Jesus sees you and wants you--will you come and follow him?
📣Episode Mentions:
• Scripture Passage: Matthew
How to Fight Temptation and Live in freedom - Matthew S1E3
Why is temptation so tempting? In this episode, Pastor Joby Martin and his guests discuss how to overcome temptation to sin using the power of the Word of God. If you’ve ever wondered why you still struggle with the same temptations, you’re not alone. Satan uses his 3 basic lures to try to distract us and deter us from the mission. We see in Matthew 4 that Jesus modeled for us a way to defeat the
The Weight of Dad’s Words + The Love of the Father - Matthew S1E2
Why do a father’s blessing land so deeply—and why does a “dad wound” shape how we see God? In this episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby and the guys talk through the weight of a father’s words, the life and ministry of John the Baptist, and why the call to repent is both urgent and hope-filled. They also unpack baptism—what it is, what it isn’t, and why obedience matters (without turning it into a work)
God is Sovereign Over Every Story: Matthew S1E1
We begin our study of the gospel of Matthew, which makes the point that Jesus is the greater Moses and has fulfilled all that God intended for the people of Israel. Jesus had one clear message: “repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.”
In this episode Pastor Joby, Pastor Britt, and Pastor Vinke discuss the genealogy of Jesus and how it shows us the amazing reality that God can use anyone. Th
Martin Family Christmas Special 2025
Merry Christmas from Pastor Joby, Gretchen, JP & Reagan!
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What does it mean to seek God? - S25E3
In this episode, Pastor Joby Martin is joined by Pastor Ryan Britt and Pastor Jonathan Vinke to discuss the visit of the Magi in Matthew chapter 2.
King Herod, the religious scholars, and the magi all had the same information about Jesus; but only one group actually went after Jesus to offer their gifts in worship to him.
God has given us his word to guide us to Jesus just like the star guided the
Shepherds & Good News of Great Joy - S25E2
What if the parts of your story you’re most ashamed of are actually the places God wants to show off His grace?
In this Real Men of Christmas Deepen episode, Pastor Joby sits down with Pastor One to walk through the shepherds of Luke 2—young, overlooked, often written off as “shady” and insignificant. They unpack why God chose them to hear “good news of great joy for all people,” and how that same
Joseph and the Courage to Obey - S25E1
What does it mean to be a real man of Christmas in a culture obsessed with comfort and convenience?
In this episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby and Pastor Britt look at Joseph as one of the “Real Men of Christmas” in our Stand Firm and Act Like Men year. They unpack Jewish betrothal, Joseph’s costly obedience when he discovers Mary is pregnant, and how he reordered his entire life around Jesus at the c
A Conversation on Biblical Manhood - Stand Firm and Act Like Men Roundtable
Culture is confused. Manhood is under attack. Too many men have traded responsibility for comfort, strength for passivity, and humility for pride. But the Bible gives us a different charge: “Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love” (1 Cor. 16:13-14).
In this roundtable, pastors, athletes, hunters, authors, and leaders share raw stories of
Knowing God as Father - S24E7
What if the most important thing about being a dad isn’t what you do for your kids, but whether you know God as Father?
In this final week of Stand Firm and Act Like Men, Pastor Joby Martin and author Charles Martin unpack what it really means to “be a godly dad” by first becoming a son who knows Abba Father. Through powerful stories of rescue, hospital nights, broken dreams, and fatherly hugs and
When Love Looks Like Sacrifice - S24E6
What does 1 Corinthians 13 actually look like after 25 years of real marriage, real sin, and real grace?
In this week’s Deepen podcast, Pastor Joby and his wife Gretchen sit down with Ali to talk through “the love chapter”—not as a pretty wedding reading, but as a gritty blueprint for covenant love that actually lasts. From learning to study your spouse over decades, to fighting irritability, rese
The Call of a Godly Husband - S24E5
Do you feel like a godly husband? In this week’s episode, Pastors Joby Martin, Charles Martin, and Matt Carter unpack Ephesians 5:25-27 and what it looks like when men love first, sacrifice, and lead spiritually. With some extra wisdom for single women and single moms at the end.
📣Episode Mentions:
• Scripture Passage: Ephesians 5:25-27
• Hosts: Pastors Joby Martin, Charles Martin, Matt Carter and
Strength Redefined - S24E4
What if strength isn’t what you think? In this episode, Pastors Joby Martin, Charles Martin, and Ali Parsons unpack Matthew 20:17–24, flipping worldly definitions of greatness upside down. From strong men and women living rightly ordered lives to guarding your “gold time” and leading your first church at home, this conversation cuts through cultural noise and calls us to stand firm.
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When Men Stand, Families Flourish - S24E3
When you walk into the room, does peace follow? In this episode, Pastors Joby Martin, Matt Carter, and Ali Parsons call men to wake up, armor up, and take their place on the front lines of faith.
Through stories of prayer, protection, and perseverance, this conversation unpacks what it means to fight like Jesus: strong and kind, humble and fierce. From raising sons who protect to leading homes mar
Stand Firm Against the Enemy - S24E2
There’s a lion on the prowl, and he’s not playing games. In this episode, Pastors Joby Martin, Charles Martin, and Jonathan Vinke call men to wake up, armor up, and fight back against the enemy that wants to take them out.
From humility that takes out the trash to rebellion that kills ministries, this conversation exposes how pride, comfort, and lust derail leaders—and how discipline, submission,
Are You Living Safe Or Standing Firm? - S24E1
In a world trying to redefine manhood, what does it mean to stand firm and act like men? Pastors Joby Martin, Charles Martin, and Ali Parsons unpack God’s original design for men and women—strength under surrender, leadership rooted in love, and the courage to fail forward. From raising sons to honoring wives, this conversation is a call to reject comfort, embrace calling, and lead where God has p
The Scandal of Grace - S23E5
What kind of love runs toward the rebel instead of away? In this episode, Pastors Joby, Adam, TJ, and Ali reflect on the hymn Amazing Grace and the heart of a God who rescues, redeems, and restores.
From John Newton’s broken past to the grace that carries us today, this conversation reminds us that we never graduate from grace, we just grow deeper into it.
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Scripture Passage
What Does It Mean To Be Truly Free? - S23E4
Following Jesus doesn’t chain us, it frees us. In this powerful conversation, Pastors Joby Martin, Michael Olsen, and Jonathan Vinke unpack Romans 7:4–8:2 through the lens of the hymn Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing. From the battle between grace and struggle to the myth of freedom without boundaries, this episode calls us back to the fountain of every blessing, Jesus Christ Himself.
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Living in Awe - S23E3
What do the mountains, Psalm 145, and the hymn How Great Thou Art have in common? They all remind us of the greatness of God. In this conversation, we dive into God’s sermon through creation, the power of hymns, and why discipleship must start in our homes. From generational faith to family worship, from “less I think, more God says” to waiting with expectation, this episode is a call to lift our
Calling Men to the Fight ft. Chad Robichaux & Kyle Thompson
Men today are facing battles both seen and unseen- but worship is how we fight back!
Following our Men's Worship night, Pastor Joby Martin is joined by Chad Robichaux from Resilient and Kyle Thompson from Undaunted for a raw conversation on spiritual warfare, courage, and calling men to stand firm in the faith. From war stories in Afghanistan to the everyday fight for marriages, families, and fait
When God Won’t Explain Himself - S23E2
What do you do when life doesn’t make sense? From the story of Horatio Spafford and It Is Well to modern-day testimonies of loss within our church, Pastors Joby Martin and Michael Olsen unpack why corporate worship, discipleship, and trust in Jesus matter more than ever. This episode doesn’t sugarcoat the pain, but reminds us that life is hard, God is good, and the peace of God truly can surpass a
Hope, Fear & the Power of Worship - S23E1
Worship isn’t background music. It’s a battle cry. In this episode, Pastor Joby and the team unpack why worship is a declaration of war, how hymns anchor us in truth across generations, and why songs like Because He Lives still carry power today. From the worship wars to the enemy’s lies, this conversation reminds us: when God’s people sing, hell trembles.
What do you need to declare war on throug
Saturated x Deepen with Lysa TerKeurst
Together with Pastor Jonathan Vinke and Kyle Thompson from Undaunted.Life, Pastor Joby and our guest pastors take a deep dive into what God is doing during Saturated. Our prayer is these conversations help to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ.
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Scripture Passage: Genesis 50:20
Hosts: Pastors Joby Martin, Jonathan Vinke, Lysa TerKeurst and Kyle Thompson from U
Saturated x Deepen with Pastor Phil Hopper
Jesus didn’t call us to manage sin or live in mediocrity, He called us to die daily, take up our cross, and follow Him. In this gospel-rich conversation, Pastors Joby Martin and Phil Hopper open up about the struggles of marriage, parenting, and surrendering hidden places of the heart.
From “unbelieving believers” to “safe faith,” we explore why many live halfway in and miss the abundant life Jesu
Saturated x Deepen with Pastor Jon Tyson
What does it look like when the hand of God rests on a church, a city, or a movement? The evidence is undeniable.
In this conversation, Pastors Joby Martin and Jon Tyson unpack the unmistakable marks of God’s hand. From destiny releasing leadership to unprecedented generosity and gospel shaped community, this episode is filled with practical stories, biblical wisdom, and a challenge to live on mis
Saturated x Deepen with Pastor Willie Robertson
From yard squirrels to Acts 18, Willie Robertson reminds us the gospel was never meant to sit still. It moves us from comfort into courage.
In this powerful conversation, Willie joins Pastor Joby Martin to share stories of faith, family, and everyday mission. From lessons at the dinner table to the urgency of baptism, we see how the same gospel that saved Paul and transformed Phil Robertson’s lif
Elijah’s Legacy: Faithfulness, Fruitfulness & Finishing Well - S22E8
The story of Elijah reminds us it is not how you start, but how you finish. In this episode, Pastor Joby and Pastor Britt trace the themes of faithfulness, fruitfulness, and the Spirit’s power at work in ordinary people. From gospel goodbyes to raising up leaders, every takeaway points us back to Jesus, the One who calls us, equips us, and carries the legacy forward.
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The Dark Night of the Soul - S22E7
What happens when you hit rock bottom, feel alone, and ask God “Why?” In this episode, Pastors Joby Martin, Matt Carter, and Jonathan Vinke reflect on Elijah’s encounter with God in 1 Kings 19. Together they explore waiting in seasons of silence, God’s patience with prodigals, and how the Lord restores weary hearts not with explanations but with His presence.
Where might God be whispering to you r
Depression, Suicide, and Hope - S22E6
What does the Bible really say about depression, fear, and suicidal thoughts?
Pastor Joby Martin and Rebecca Maxwell tackle the raw and often-avoided conversation about mental health. From Elijah’s crash after victory to the stigma around counseling, they reveal how the enemy wages war on the mind and why taking thoughts captive and running toward God changes everything. You’ll hear honest storie
The God Who Answers by Fire - S22E5
When the fire fell on Mount Carmel, it wasn’t just a showdown with Baal—it was God showing His people who He really is. What does that mean for us today when we’re tempted to limp between two opinions?
In this week’s episode of Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin, the pastors unpack Elijah’s confrontation with the prophets of Baal from 1 Kings 18:17–45. The conversation explores the weight of spiritual
Comfort Is Not Your Calling - S22E4
Safety and comfort aren’t the highest values of the Christ-follower—obedience is. In this episode, we explore the biblical portraits of Ahab, Jezebel, Obadiah, and Elijah, asking hard questions about fear, compromise, and the call to live with strength and humility.
From discerning God’s voice in a hostile culture to worshiping like Scripture commands, this conversation calls us to walk in the Spi
Why Does God Allow Suffering? - S22E3
What do you do when your dream and reality don’t line up? When suffering makes you wonder if you did something wrong—or if God has forgotten you?
In this week’s episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby Martin, Pastor Ryan Britt, and Jonathan Vinke wrestle with the big questions: Why do bad things happen? What does it mean to trust God in suffering? And what’s the difference between asking God questions—and
Trusting God With All - S22E2
When God calls you into the uncomfortable, will you trust Him—or stay safe on the couch?
When Elijah met the widow of Zarephath, she was down to her last handful of flour—ready to bake one final meal and die. But God had a bigger plan. In this week’s episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby Martin and Pastor Britt talk about what it really means to trust God with your first, your best, and your all—even whe
When the Brook Dries Up - S22E1
Ever felt spiritually stuck or dry—even when you're doing all the right things? This episode will challenge and comfort you. In a culture chasing comfort, what if God uses discomfort to develop you?
In this season opener of Deepen, Pastor Joby Martin and the team unpack Elijah’s hidden preparation and what happens when the brook dries up. Whether you're leading a family, a ministry, or just trying
Get in The Arena - S21E6
Discipleship isn’t a spectator sport—it’s an active fight. In this final week of In the Arena, Pastor Joby Martin challenges us to move from passive comfort to purposeful action. Drawing on John 2’s temple cleansings, Deuteronomy 14’s “wait” that means “ready to pounce,” and the imprecatory Psalms, Joby shows how righteous anger fuels justice, mercy, and gospel advance.
Whether you’ve felt called
Communion, Passover & God's Divine Wrath - S21E5
What if every time you break bread, you’re stepping into the same rescue story that freed Israel from Egypt? Every time we take Communion, we’re invited back into God’s great rescue of His people. This episode unpacks Exodus 12’s Passover—where the lamb’s blood met Pharaoh’s justice with God’s mercy—and shows how Jesus fulfills that story as our final Passover Lamb.
See why Communion isn’t just a
How Surrender Sets You Free - S21E4
What if your biggest wrestle isn’t against your circumstances, but against your own desires—and God’s grace is waiting to meet you there? In this episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby Martin, Pastor Ryan Britt, and Ali Parsons unpack the Jacob & Esau narrative to show how our fight for control, identity, and blessing still echoes today. From Old Testament “stew trades” to our modern struggles with lo
Overcoming the Spirit of Fear - S21E3
What if the world’s most famous underdog story holds the key to your biggest life-and-death battles today? In this episode of Deepen, Pastors Joby Martin, Ryan Britt and Jonathan Vinke unpack the timeless underdog story of David and Goliath to reveal how God’s grand redemptive narrative carries through both Old Testament history and our modern-day struggles. From flannel graphs and Rocky IV analog
Stop Fighting in Your Own Strength - S21E2
Program, performance, or power? In week two of In the Arena, Pastor Joby Martin, Pastor Michael Olson and Pastor Vinke trace the explosive beginnings of the Ephesian church in Acts 19, then move through cultural blindspots, ministry cautions, and the daily grind of following Jesus—showing why authority without relationship leaves us powerless. You’ll hear why the riot over silver idols mattered, h
We Fight From Victory - S21E1
The resurrection isn’t just a doctrine—it’s the foundation of our hope. In this episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby, Pastor Britt and Pastor Vinke kick off our new series In the Arena by unpacking why the resurrection matters and how it fuels our fight to follow Jesus. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 15, they explore why Paul calls this the “most important thing,” and what it means to live like the empty to
Abiding in Christ - S20E6
Discipleship isn’t a program or a checklist—it’s life together. In this episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby sits down with Pastor Vinke and former NFL player Josh Wells to talk about the journey of following Jesus in the everyday moments. They unpack what it means to abide in Christ, how identity shapes activity, and why the goal of spiritual disciplines isn’t perfection—it’s knowing and loving Jesus m
Why You Can’t Follow Jesus Alone - S20E5
The church isn’t a place to attend—it’s a people to belong to. If you’ve ever thought, “I’ll join a group when I find the right people”—this conversation is for you.
In this episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby, Pastor Britt, and Pastor Vinke dive into Acts 2 to unpack what the Bible really says about the church—and why it’s not about attending, but belonging. They explore the difference between bibli
The Heart of Baptism - S20E4
In this episode of "Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin," we explore the powerful meaning behind baptism as more than just a ritual – it’s a public declaration of new life in Christ. Discover why baptism is a vital next step in the journey of faith, symbolizing the death of the old self and the birth of a new identity rooted in Jesus.
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How to Share Your Faith - S20E3
If you were blind but now you could see, who are you telling? This podcast episode of Deepen, Pastor Joby is joined by Pastor Jonathan Vinke, Pastor Michael Olson, and Caitlin Armstrong to explore the challenges and practical approaches to sharing your faith. Evangelism isn’t just about closing a deal but about loving people, being prepared to share your story, and partnering with God in leading o
First and Best - S20E2
What does it really mean to live like it's all His? In this episode, we unpack the biblical foundation of stewardship—not just with money, but with everything we have. From the preeminence of Christ to the freedom found in obedient generosity, this conversation challenges us to live open-handed and fully dependent on the One who gave it all first.
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Serving Like Jesus - S20E1
In this episode of Deepen, we dive into the heart of true discipleship: humble service. In John 13, Jesus redefines greatness by grabbing a towel instead of a throne. Following Jesus means loving to the end, living with a servant’s heart, and taking the next step of obedience every day.
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The Resurrection Changes Everything About Everything - Easter Bonus 2025
He is risen... but what does that mean for you, today? In this special Easter conversation, Pastor Joby and the team unpack the cultural, theological, and deeply personal impact of the resurrection. From the empty tomb to the everyday pursuit of Christ, this episode explores what it means to truly live in resurrection reality. If the tomb is empty—anything is possible.
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A Revolution of Grace - S19E3
We've all wrestled with how to love difficult people and navigate cultural pressures. The book of Titus serves as a field guide for kingdom revolution. In this episode of Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin is joined by Pastor Jonathan Vinke and Pastor John Barringer to dive into Titus 3 and unpack what it really means to live out the gospel in a world full of distractions, division, and noise. We must
The Importance of Sound Doctrine - S19E2
You do what you love, not what you say you believe.
In this episode Pastor Joby Martin, is joined by Pastor Ryan Britt and Pastor Jonathan Vinke to dive into Titus 2, exploring how sound doctrine leads to godly living across generations. In the book of Titus, the apostle Paul is writing to Crete. But there are many parallels to today’s self-indulgent society. Grace doesn’t just save—it trains us t
Church Planting - S19E1
Don't plant the church that's in your head. Plant the one that's in the community. In this episode of the Deepen Podcast, Pastor Joby is joined by Pastor Ryan Britt, Pastor Jonathan Vinke and Pastor Todd Hickox to go deeper into Titus 1 and the bittersweet nature of growth and change in God's kingdom. Our willingness to be sent can impact lives for eternity.
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