Jesus promises that He will not break a bruised reed or extinguish a dimly burning wick, revealing a Savior who refuses to discard what others would throw away. In this episode of Pursuing Jesus, we reflect on the blessing of mourning and the comfort Christ gives, and we explore what it means to stand out as God’s people—shining like stars in a dark world. This conversation is an invitation to hope, endurance, and faithful witness, especially in seasons of difficulty.

Jesus warns that knowing Scripture without knowing God leads to spiritual death. Then we watch friends lower a paralyzed man through a roof just to get him to Christ—and we ask if we’re bringing people to Jesus with that kind of faith and excitement. Finally, Jesus reminds us that you don’t clean yourself up to come to Him; He comes for the sick, not the self-righteous. In this episode of Pursuing Jesus – Memorial Baptist, we explore living faith, bold friendship, and the grace that welcomes us as we are.

Simon Peter confesses his unworthiness in the presence of Jesus, demons recognize Christ’s authority, and evil is silenced by a single command. In this episode of Pursuing Jesus – Memorial Baptist, we explore how Jesus’ authority exposes our sin, confronts darkness, and calls broken people into relationship anyway.

Jesus cleanses the temple in righteous anger, revealing God’s heart for pure worship and space for all to draw near. He responds faithfully in seasons without dramatic clarity—facing rejection, grief, and quiet obedience without an “aha” moment. And He reminds us that no ministry, calling, or fruit is received apart from God. In this episode of Pursuing Jesus – Memorial Baptist, we reflect on holy anger, faithfulness in dry seasons, and the freedom of receiving our work from Jesus rather than striving to manufacture it ourselves.

Real repentance, quiet obedience, and new identity collide as John the Baptist prepares the way, Jesus turns water into wine, and Simon is renamed Peter. This episode of Pursuing Jesus – Memorial Baptist explores how Jesus changes not just what we do—but who we are.

Angels announce God’s glory, Simeon waits faithfully for the promise fulfilled, and Jesus models obedience in quiet submission. In this episode of Pursuing Jesus – Memorial Baptist, we reflect on how God’s glory appears not only in the heavens, but in patient waiting and faithful lives.

Before Jesus preaches, performs miracles, or calls disciples, the Gospel is already unfolding. In this first official episode, we explore the opening chapters of Matthew, Luke, Mark, and John, tracing genealogies, angelic announcements, and quiet acts of obedience. These often-overlooked passages reveal God at work long before the public ministry begins. Far from background material, they show a Gospel already in motion—rooted in history, carried through real people, and marked by grace. This is the Gospel before the Gospel.

In this introductory episode of Pursuing Jesus, Pastors Jon Ferguson, Sean Griffin, and Ben Smith to share the vision behind this podcast and how it supports our yearlong journey through Scripture as a church family. You’ll hear why this Pursuing Jesus exists, how it connects to our Bible reading plan, and learn about a Scripture interpretation tool designed to help readers engage God’s Word more deeply. Episode Zero is an invitation into ongoing conversations meant to encourage thoughtful questions, faithful study, and a growing pursuit of Jesus together.