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Jesus' Encounters Podcast


AUGUST 3, 2025

In this episode of Viewpoints, Pastor John Gerlach and Worship Pastor Jordan Voyles kick off our new sermon series on life-changing encounters with Jesus. This week, they explore the powerful story of Zacchaeus — a man known for his wealth and broken reputation, but transformed by a personal encounter with Jesus. What does it look like to run toward Christ, lay down pride, and open your life to His call? Dive into the heart of grace, identity, and redemption in this conversation about how no one is too far gone for Jesus.


AUGUST 10, 2025

In this episode of Viewpoints, Pastor John Gerlach and host Jordan Voyles dive into one of the most common (and misunderstood) questions in Christianity: What does it mean to have enough faith? Drawing from the story of the centurion in Luke 7 and the father in Mark 9 who cries, “I do believe; help my unbelief,” they explore the reality of doubt, the danger of misdefining faith, and the power of placing trust in the right person—Jesus. Whether you're a 10 on the faith scale or feeling like a 2, this conversation is for you. Real faith is not about strength... it's about surrender.


AUGUST 17, 2025

In this episode of Viewpoints Podcast, Jordan and Pastor John dive into the battle of distractions—both the obvious and the subtle—that pull us away from what truly matters. Using the story of Mary and Martha from Luke 10, they explore how even “good things” can keep us from the most essential thing: sitting at the feet of Jesus. Learn how to stay present, focused, and centered on Christ in a world full of noise.


AUGUST 24, 2025

In this episode of Viewpoints, Jordan Voyles and Pastor John Gerlach dive into a powerful conversation about spiritual warfare, demons, and the reality of evil. Are demons real? How should Christians respond to darkness without fear? Together, they unpack scripture, share practical wisdom, and remind us that the battle is not ours—it’s God’s.


AUGUST 31, 2025

Is Jesus political? In this episode of Viewpoints, Jordan Voyles and Pastor John Gerlach unpack Jesus’ encounter with Pilate and explore what the Bible says about politics, power, and where our true priorities should be. From myths Christians often believe about politics to lessons from Billy Graham’s example, this conversation challenges us to keep Christ—and the gospel of first importance—at the center. Join us as we talk about what it means to be salt and light in a world consumed by political division, and why Jesus matters more than any political party or platform.