Welcome back to another episode of Extra Mayo with Pastor Josh Mayo!
This week, we have started a new series. Join us as we dive into Nehemiah and Building Beyond.
Every great move of God starts somewhere — not in a boardroom, but in a burden.
Sometimes before God builds anything around you, He breaks something open inside you.
In Building Beyond: The Burden, Pastor Josh walks through Nehemiah 1–2 and shows how God stirred Nehemiah’s heart before He strengthened his hands.
When Nehemiah heard that Jerusalem’s walls were broken and its people disgraced, he didn’t ignore it—he sat down, wept, and prayed.
Because when the vision is from God, it’s always bigger than we are.
Main Idea:
What moves God’s heart should move ours.
Practical Life Applications:
-Let the weight you feel drive you to prayer, not paralysis.
-Stop trying to escape what breaks your heart—ask God to shape it into calling.
-Distinguish between anxiety (pressure you carry alone) and assignment (burden God carries with you).
-Allow God to disturb your comfort zones; He may be preparing you for kingdom impact.
-Remember: before God rebuilds walls, He rebuilds hearts.
Key Takeaways:
-Don’t rush the burden—let it do its holy work.
-Sometimes the heaviness you feel isn’t punishment; it’s preparation.
-God turns tears into tools and sorrow into strategy.
-You carry the heart of a builder—build with your tears, pray with your passion, and trust that God’s not finished yet.
Passages Mentioned:
Nehemiah 1–2 | Psalm 126:5–6
Shared Resources:
Oswald Chambers, My Utmost for His Highest
Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Life Together
Eugene Peterson, Run with the Horses
Sunday Message: Building Beyond — The Burden
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Welcome back to another episode of Extra Mayo with Pastor Josh Mayo.
Over the last several weeks, we’ve walked verse by verse through Psalm 23—seeing the Shepherd’s care, His guidance, His protection, and His presence.
In this final conversation, Josh reminds us that Psalm 23 isn’t just poetry; it’s a pathway. Every line shows how God turns fear into fellowship, chaos into calm, and distance into dwelling.
The big idea: Home isn’t a place—it’s a Person.
Verse 1 — “The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want.”
The verse of sufficiency: belonging produces contentment.
David’s “my Shepherd” reveals intimacy, not abstraction.
When the Shepherd is your source, scarcity loses its grip.
Quote: Corrie ten Boom — “You may never know that Jesus is all you need until Jesus is all you have.”
Verse 2 — “He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside still waters.”
Rest isn’t a reward—it’s a requirement for renewal.
God’s leadership restores rhythm, not rush.
Quote: A. W. Tozer — “The man who comes to God must first stop running.”
Verse 3 — “He restores my soul; He leads me in paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.”
God restores before He redirects.
Righteous paths are about proximity, not perfection.
Quote: Oswald Chambers — “The best measure of a spiritual life is not its ecstasy but its obedience.”
Verse 4 — “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.”
Valleys make theology turn into intimacy.
God’s rod and staff reveal that He’s both strong and near.
Quote: C. S. Lewis — “God shouts in our pain; it is His megaphone to rouse a deaf world.”
Verse 5 — “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.”
God provides, heals, and overflows in the middle of the battle.
Anointing isn’t just about a moment—it’s about a mission.
Quote: Tim Keller — “When the Bible talks about anointing, it’s never just about a moment; it’s about a mission.”
Verse 6 — “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”
God’s goodness pursues, His mercy sustains, His presence welcomes us home.
Eternal dwelling begins now, not someday.
Quote: Frederick Buechner — “The party is going on, and you are invited.”
Belonging to the Shepherd brings peace that possessions can’t.
Follow His rhythm of rest and renewal instead of constant striving.
Let restoration precede direction—healing before hustle.
In the valley, talk to God, not about Him.
Receive His anointing as a call to overflow into others.
Live each day as one already dwelling in the house of the Lord.
Psalm 23 isn’t just a comfort for death—it’s a guide for living.
The Shepherd provides, leads, restores, protects, anoints, and welcomes.
When the Lord is your Shepherd, you don’t have to chase peace—you just have to stay close to it.
Passages Mentioned:Psalm 23 | Romans 12:2 | Isaiah 10:27 | Luke 4:18 | John 10:11 | Revelation 7:17
Shared Resources:-C. S. Lewis, The Problem of Pain-Tim Keller, The Shepherd King-Daily Dose Podcast
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Welcome back to another episode of Extra Mayo with Pastor Josh Mayo!
In the finale of our Psalm 23 series, Pastor Josh Mayo unpacks the closing verse, “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” This episode explores the relentless love of the Shepherd who doesn’t just lead us — He chases us, forms us, and ultimately brings us home. From bold faith in uncertain seasons to the beauty of dwelling in His presence, “Chased Back Home” reminds us that God’s pursuit ends in belonging.
Bottom Line:
The Shepherd doesn’t just lead you — He chases you with goodness and mercy until you find home in His presence.
Key Takeaways:
-When Life Feels Unsure, Faith Says “Surely”: Faith speaks confidence even when feelings waver — because God is steady when life is not.
-Goodness and Mercy Are the Essence of God: Creation and covenant meet in His character; He’s not just good — He is goodness itself.
-God’s Mercy Doesn’t Trail — It Chases: Grace pursues what fear once hunted. You’re being chased by redemption, not regret.
-Leave a Residue of Mercy: Those caught by grace should leave evidence of it — peace, kindness, and blessing wherever they go.
-Don’t Just Visit His Presence — Dwell There: Dwelling transforms; where you stay determines what shapes you.
-The Shepherd Became the Groom: Jesus left the Father’s house to prepare your eternal home — love is the destination of every step He’s led you through.
Scriptures Mentioned:
Psalm 23:6 | John 1:14 | John 14:1–3 | Revelation 21:3
Featured Quotes:
-“Faith is not the absence of doubt; it’s the presence of trust in spite of it.” — Frederick Buechner
-“The mercy of God became visible when God became man.” — Augustine
-“Grace is the hound of heaven — it will not let you go.” — Francis Thompson
-“Those who are grasped by grace become its evidence to the world.” — N. T. Wright
-“The only real proof of having been touched by divine mercy is the mercy we extend to others.” — Henri Nouwen
-“He left His Father’s house to seek a bride, and returns to take her home.” — C. H. Spurgeon
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We're diving into Psalms 23:5
Pastor Cornelius teaches that God’s anointing—like a shepherd’s oil on his sheep—brings healing, protection, and peace amid life’s irritations and distractions. The “flies” of anxiety, shame, and negativity may not disappear, but God equips us to endure them through His presence and renewal of our minds. The anointing isn’t just a moment; it’s our identity—God’s declaration that we are chosen, covered, and cared for. And when He fills our cup, He doesn’t stop at enough—He pours until it overflows with His abundance, peace, and love.https://www.youtube.com/@ExtraMayoPod
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In this episode, Pastor Josh Mayo unpacks Psalm 23:5—“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies”—and explores how God’s provision, protection, and grace show up in the most challenging places. From mountains of surrender to the victory of feasting under His protection, Josh shows how the Shepherd invites us to trust, rest, and dine in the midst of life’s pressures.
Bottom Line: Don’t run from enemies—sit where the Shepherd sets the table.
God prepares, protects, and provides in the very places we fear, turning tension into transformation.
Key Takeaways:
-The Table on the Mountain: Provision comes in the high places of surrender, where dependence on God grows.
-The Predator and the Poison: God clears dangers and deceptions before we even arrive, guarding our souls.
-The Table as a Training Ground: Growth happens under pressure; sitting at His table is a posture of trust and belonging.
- Tables We Avoid: Forgiveness, silence, and tension are God’s opportunities for transformation if we stay seated.
- The Victory Feast: True victory is peace, grace, and worship in the presence of what tried to destroy us.
Scriptures Mentioned:
Psalm 23:5 | Psalm 124 | 2 Samuel 9
Featured Quotes:
-“God’s address is at the end of your rope.” — Dallas Willard
-“The cure for the chaos of the world is not control, but the calm presence of God.” — Eugene Peterson
-“You don’t bring anything to God’s table except your need; He brings everything else.” — Max Lucado
-“The Eucharist is not an escape from the world’s pain but a meal in the middle of it.” — N. T. Wright
-“The real question is not how can I love God, but how can I let myself be loved by God.” — Henri Nouwen
- “The table which God spreads is more glorious because of the presence of foes.” — C. H. Spurgeon
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Welcome back to another episode of Extra Mayo with Pastor Josh Mayo!
This week we’re unpacking Psalm 23:4 — “Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.”
It’s a reminder that real comfort doesn’t come from the absence of danger but from the presence of a Shepherd who is both strong and near.
Main Topics Covered:
-The rod: God’s power, protection, and loving correction.
-The staff: His guidance, intimacy, and rescue.
-Justice + mercy: the Shepherd’s strength and tenderness working together.
-Why discipline isn’t rejection—it’s proof you belong to Him.
-The Shepherd’s comfort: boundaries that protect and presence that sustains.
Practical Life Applications:
-Rest in the security of God’s strength to defend you.
-Lean into His Spirit to guide you through confusion.
-See correction as care, not condemnation.
-Remember: you’re never unprotected and never alone.
-Let His justice and mercy reshape how you extend grace to others.
Extra Insights:
-Spurgeon: “The Word of God is the rod of the Shepherd, and the Spirit of God is the staff by which He sustains and guides.”
-Augustine saw the rod as the cross and the staff as the church—Christ’s finished work and His ongoing care.
-The rod and staff point us forward to the Shepherd-King who rules and comforts forever.
Passages Mentioned:
-Psalm 23:4
-Hebrews 12:6
-Psalm 85:10
-Revelation 7:17
Shared Resources:
Sunday Message: Psalm 23:4 — Your Rod and Your Staff
C.S. Lewis, The Problem of Pain
Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Letters and Papers from Prison
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Welcome back to another episode of Extra Mayo!
What do you do when life feels like a valley? This week, Pastor Alastair Wilde joins Extra Mayo to unpack his message from Psalm 23:4. Together, we explore what it means to walk fearless in the valley, knowing the Good Shepherd is with us every step of the way.
Pastor Alastair Wilde unpacks how valleys aren’t just struggles to survive but spaces where God refines, speaks, and transforms us. From the power of community to the perspective of gratitude, we discover that even in our lowest moments, God is leading us toward victory.
Shared Resources:
Daily Dose Podcast — Start Your Day in the Word
Listen in and be encouraged: your Shepherd has not abandoned you in the valley. He’s walking you through it.
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Welcome back to another episode of Extra Mayo with Pastor Josh Mayo! This week we’re unpacking Psalm 23:3 — “He restores my soul; He leads me in paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.”
It’s a reminder that left to ourselves, we wander into destructive ruts, but the Good Shepherd interrupts our patterns and leads us into life-giving paths we could never walk alone.Main Topics Covered:-Grooves of sin vs. new ground — why sheep trails in Israel picture the way sin wears ruts into our lives.-The Shepherd’s leading — not casual strolling but guiding through difficult, even dangerous terrain.-Righteousness as covenant loyalty — more about God’s faithfulness than our perfection.-Cycles of renewal — restoration and re-leading as part of God’s ongoing shepherding.-For His Name’s sake — how God’s reputation is tied to His care for His people.-Pastor = Shepherd — the model for leadership that comes straight from Psalm 23.Practical Life Applications:-Trust the Shepherd to interrupt destructive patterns in your life.-Don’t fear steep or rocky terrain—the Shepherd guides with care.-Stop striving for perfection; stay close to the Faithful One.-Embrace renewal as a rhythm, not a one-time fix.-Lead others the way the Good Shepherd leads you—with protection, provision, and care.Extra Insights:-The Hebrew word for “leads” means guiding through hard terrain, not just easy paths.-Righteousness = covenant faithfulness, not self-improvement.-God’s Name and reputation are wrapped up in how He cares for His people.Passages Mentioned:-Psalm 23:3-Revelation 7:17Shared Resources:-Sunday Message: Psalm 23:3 — The Way of Righteousness-Philip Keller’s A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23Want to watch the full conversation? Subscribe on YouTube so you don’t miss new episodes every Monday!#ExtraMayoPodcast
Welcome to the first episode of Extra Mayo with Pastor Josh Mayo!
This week’s conversation dives deep into Psalm 23, reminding us that home isn’t a place we arrive at — it’s a Person we walk with. The Shepherd leads us into belonging, restores our souls, and provides the peace we’re all searching for.
Main Topics Covered:
The Shepherd as King — why David’s words were a radical declaration of loyalty to God.
Cast sheep and restoration — what it really means when God “restores our soul.”
“I shall not want” — sufficiency in a culture of constant desire.
Green pastures and rest — how God creates the conditions where our souls can finally breathe.
Practical Life Applications:
Trust the Shepherd to give you what you need — not just what you want.
Allow God to reorient you when you’ve wandered.
Extra Insights:
Psalm 23 as a bold declaration: “The Lord, not any ruler, is my Shepherd.”
Passages Mentioned:
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