In this episode of the Pathway Podcast, Pastor Matt and Jarrod discuss the difference between simply being a "preacher" and what it truly means to be a "pastor." They also discuss how the Christian is called to respond to criticism and why we are do adverse to suffering and how to Biblically categorize suffering in the Christian life.

In this episode of the Pathway Podcast, Pastor Matt and Jarrod discuss the new hiring of Anders Ames, the soon to be Pastor of Students and Families. They then discuss the ministry changes at Lakewood and how they connect to the vision and mission of the church. They end things off with a little controversy!

00:00 Intro00:56 We hired a new pastor!04:57 What does ministry look like moving forward at Lakewood?07:11 Why has Lakewood made ministry changes?10:20 Building a culture of intentionality17:52 Simple and reproducible 21:57 We're working a plan26:53 We're building a culture30:22 What is our part to play?33:21 We have BIG dreams34:12 Some contraversial things!37:19 Theological triage43:27 Truth and grace from the Apostle John

In this episode of the Pathway Podcast, Matt and Jarrod unpack the vision, philosophy and practicality of leading Lakewood Church to a one worship service church and what it means for the future ministry and growth of Lakewood.

In this episode of the Pathway Podcast, Pastor Matt and Jarrod unpack free will and what it means for the faithful follower of Christ.

In this episode of the Pathway Podcast, Pastor Matt and Pastor Jarrod discuss whether Christians should speak in tongues. Yes, maybe, probably not?