• The Kingdom Isn't Quiet
    May 12 2026

    In this week's episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Pastor Keith and Kara take us behind the scenes of the spiritual and physical movement happening at Journey Church in Bend.

    Building on the themes of spiritual warfare and the "weirdness" of the Kingdom, they dive into the idea that God's work is rarely silent or subtle when it begins to break through. They share raw, unfiltered stories about the tension between the "miseries and miracles" of ministry, reflecting on how the Kingdom of God isn't a quiet suggestion, but a powerful force that often disrupts our comfort to bring about true transformation.

    Whether you’re navigating your own season of spiritual battle or looking for perspective on how God is moving in the Church today, this episode is a relentlessly real reminder that the Kingdom is moving, and it’s anything but quiet.

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    57 mins
  • Idols, Deliverance and the Glory of God
    Apr 9 2026

    In this week’s episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Pastor Keith is joined by Pastor Kara for an honest and heartfelt conversation about the season we’re living in, how their personal lives often mirror what God is doing in the Church, and Easter at Journey Church!

    Together, they reflect on the realities of today’s world—the tension, the hope, and the invitation to stay rooted in Jesus through it all. They share openly about how God has been moving in their own lives, and how those same themes are often reflected in the life of the Church as a whole.

    This episode is real, encouraging, and full of perspective for anyone navigating our current culture or longing for deeper faith!

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    59 mins
  • Behind the Songs, the Church, and the Secret Place — with Martin Smith
    Mar 16 2026

    In this week’s episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Keith sits down with worship leader and songwriter Martin Smith for an honest and inspiring conversation about the global Church, the stories behind some of the songs that have shaped worship around the world, and what it really looks like to steward a lifelong relationship with Jesus.

    Martin shares the heart and moments that led to writing some of his most well-known songs, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how worship is often born out of real encounters with God, seasons of faith, and deep personal devotion.

    Together they also talk about the beauty and complexity of the worldwide Church — how God is moving across nations, what unity in the Body of Christ can look like, and why intimacy with Jesus must remain the foundation of it all.

    This episode is full of wisdom, stories, and encouragement for anyone who loves worship, cares about the Church, or simply wants to grow deeper in their walk with Jesus.

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    57 mins
  • Holy Hangovers
    Feb 24 2026

    In this episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Pastors Keith and Kara talk about the power-packed last month at Journey Church! They celebrate Journey Church in Bend’s 16th birthday and cast vision for Kingdom Come!

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Death, Drinks and Dynamics of Leadership
    Jan 27 2026

    In this episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Pastors Keith and Kara talk candidly about death and life through the Gospel of John, the realities of church leadership, and the moments that shape faith along the way. From drinks of choice to the recent Bethel Church scandal, they reflect on navigating truth, accountability, and grace when the church feels complicated. The conversation also celebrates Journey Church in Bend’s 16th birthday and highlights voices like Jonathan Traylor, pointing back to the hope found in Jesus. Honest. Unfiltered. And grounded in the invitation to move from death to life.

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • 2026: Kingdom Come
    Jan 26 2026

    In this powerful episode, Pastors Keith and Kara share about their recent trip to New York, and dove into the theme God has given them for 2026: Kingdom Come.

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    55 mins
  • Two Kingdoms At War!
    Mar 4 2026

    In this episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Pastors Keith and Kara talk about the recent wins, spiritual battles and weirdness that comes with pastoring a church full of people!

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    55 mins
  • Confessions of 2025 - Recap!
    Dec 15 2025

    In this episode, Pastors Keith and Kara reflect on what God has done at Journey Church in Bend throughout 2025. They celebrate moments of unity, growth, and deepened faith — and share how God has moved powerfully through their church community. From answered prayers to seasons of stretching and trust, this conversation is a testimony to what happens when a church comes together with expectation and obedience.

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    1 hr