• An LCMS Update - Round 2. (with Thomas MacLean)
    Jun 19 2026

    The voting continues, and with it come important questions about the future direction of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. In this special edition of Jesus Centric Life, Pastor Josh, Donna, and Thomas provide an update on the latest presidential election results, explain what has happened so far, and discuss what the next round of voting means for congregations, pastors, and members across the Synod.

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    21 mins
  • What Does It Mean To Be Spiritually Mature?
    Jun 18 2026

    In this episode of Jesus-Centric Life, Pastor Josh and Donna explore one of discipleship’s most important questions: How do we define spiritual maturity—and how do we invite people toward it? Together, they unpack what Scripture says about maturity in Christ, the marks of a growing disciple, and how churches can create clear pathways for deeper faith.

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    23 mins
  • An Update on the LCMS.
    Jun 14 2026

    In this special edition of Jesus Centric Life, Pastor Josh and Donna provide an update on the current state of the LCMS as it moves through another election season. Together, they discuss key issues facing the Synod, the opportunities and challenges ahead, the importance of leadership, and how decisions made at the national level can impact local congregations.



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    31 mins
  • Hard Questions About Faith
    Jun 11 2026

    You’re not alone if you’ve wrestled with faith—or even been tempted to walk away from it. In this episode, Pastor Josh and Donna step into the real concerns many unbelievers carry. Not to dismiss them, but to understand them. Because behind every objection is often a story, an experience, or a question that deserves to be heard.

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    27 mins
  • Rediscovering Church in a New Season (w/ Guest; Mindy Chapman)
    Jun 4 2026

    In this episode of Jesus-Centric Life, Pastor Josh and Donna sit down with Mindy Chapman to talk about the shift that happens when kids are grown, and life looks different—exploring what it means to stay rooted in church, find renewed purpose, and embrace the significance of this next season.

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    27 mins
  • Trusting God Through the Deepest Pain. (w/ Guests; Dave & Sheri Himmelburg)
    May 28 2026

    In this episode of Jesus-Centric Life, Pastor Josh and Donna sit down with Dave and Sheri Himmelburg to share their journey through the tragic loss of their son, Sean. With honesty and courage, they talk about grief, faith, and what it looks like to keep holding onto God in the middle of unimaginable pain.



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    39 mins
  • The Faith You Hoped They'd Have. (w/ Guest; Harold Benecke)
    May 21 2026

    Pastor Josh and Donna talk with Harold Benecke about the reality of parenting adult children with different faith journeys. With honesty and grace, they explore the tension, the questions, and how to hold onto hope when the story isn’t what you expected.

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    27 mins
  • Faith in the Unknown. (w/ Guest; Kathy Boye)
    May 14 2026

    In this episode of Jesus Centric Life, Pastor Josh and Donna sit down with Kathy Boye as she shares her story of walking through an intense and uncertain season where nothing was in her control. With honesty and depth, she reflects on what it looked like to live in the unknown, how her faith was tested, and where she experienced God in the middle of it all.

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    28 mins