The Pursuit Podcast

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The Pursuit Podcast

Justin D. Belt

14 episodes

2 days ago

Send us a text Ever felt called by God… but completely unprepared to carry that calling? Like you can see where God is leading you, but you don’t feel skilled enough, confident enough, resourced enough, or “spiritual enough” to get there? This episode dives deep into one of the most overlooked tensions in the Christian life: The gap between calling and capacity. If you’re wrestling with, “God, why would You call me to something I don’t feel ready for?” this message is for you. We break down w...

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Episodes (14/14)

The Pursuit Podcast

11. When Your Calling Feels Bigger Than You | Faith, Purpose, and Building Spiritual Capacity

2 days ago

14 minutes

The Pursuit Podcast

10. How to Start Strong and Actually Finish Well

Send us a text Starting is easy. Finishing well is holy. In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin Belt delivers a hard-hitting message on endurance, purpose, and faithfulness. Drawing from 2 Timothy 4:7, Galatians 6:9, Hebrews 12:2, and Hebrews 10:36, Justin challenges the “starter’s high” culture that celebrates momentum but neglects perseverance. This conversation will help you rebuild your focus, regain your grit, and rediscover the sacred power of staying the course when excitement ...

1 week ago

16 minutes

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9. The Ministry of Boring Obedience: The Hidden Power of Everyday Obedience

Send us a text What if the most powerful thing you could do right now isn’t something new but something consistent? In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin confronts our obsession with excitement, visibility, and emotional highs by revealing the sacred power of “boring obedience.” Through Scripture and real talk, Justin breaks down how God uses repetition, routine, and quiet faithfulness to build strength, trust, and legacy. Drawing from Luke 16:10, John 14:15, and Galatians 6:9, he re...

2 weeks ago

14 minutes

The Pursuit Podcast

8. How to Build Quiet Strength That Lasts

Send us a text We live in a culture obsessed with speed, noise, and visibility. But the Kingdom of God builds differently. In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin challenges the myth that success must be fast and public. Through powerful insights and Scripture from Psalm 1:1–3 and Matthew 7:24–27, he shows how real strength is formed in the dark, not on the stage. This episode explores what it means to build quietly, lead deeply, and let God develop your foundation before revealing you...

3 weeks ago

11 minutes

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7. Finding Purpose When You Feel Stuck: What If You Are Exactly Where You're Supposed to Be?

Send us a text Do you ever feel behind in life, stuck in the wrong place, or late to your calling? In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin challenges the lie that you’ve missed your moment and reminds you that God’s timing is always perfect. Drawing from Psalm 37:23, Philippians 1:6, and Ecclesiastes 3:11, you’ll discover why slow seasons, hidden places, and delays are not signs of failure but of formation. This conversation unpacks the truth that God orders every step, not just the mi...

1 month ago

14 minutes

The Pursuit Podcast

6. Why You're Still Hidden- And What This Season Is Teaching You

Send us a text Do you ever feel like you’re doing everything right—praying, serving, showing up—but no one notices? In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin unpacks the purpose of hidden seasons and why God often conceals what He values most. Hiddenness is not rejection. Hiddenness is preparation. Hiddenness is a gift. Through the stories of Moses, Joseph, and even Jesus, you’ll learn why obscurity is often God’s way of protecting what He’s still forming. Justin explores how hiddenness ...

1 month ago

13 minutes

The Pursuit Podcast

5. Called But Not Famous Yet? Finding Peace in the Process

Send us a text Have you ever wondered why God called you but still kept you hidden? In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin speaks to the heart of everyone who feels overlooked, forgotten, or unseen. Through the story of David’s anointing in obscurity, you’ll discover that being overlooked by people does not mean you’ve been overruled by God. Justin reminds us that God’s calling is not validated by visibility and that faithfulness in private matters more than applause in public. You’ll...

1 month ago

12 minutes

The Pursuit Podcast

The Pursuit Podcast Special Edition: The Purpose in the Pause Q& A

Send us a text Your questions. My answers. No filters. In this special episode of The Pursuit Podcast, I address 15 real questions about my new book, The Purpose in the Pause: Trusting God When Everything Is on Hold. Some questions are simple. Some are skeptical. A few are straight-up hostile. But all of them matter. We wrestle with: Why does God make us wait if He loves us?What if my pause never ends?Isn’t calling pauses “purposeful” just sugarcoating disappointment?How do I know I’m not was...

1 month ago

34 minutes

The Pursuit Podcast

4. The Myth of Arrival: Why 'Making It' Never Feels Like Enough

Send us a text Many of us live with the hope that one day we’ll “arrive”, or we’ll feel secure, confident, successful, and finally at peace. But the truth is, arrival is an illusion. In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin dismantles the dangerous lie of arrival and shows how true fulfillment doesn’t come from milestones, platforms, or accomplishments, but from abiding in Christ. Through Philippians 3:12 and Paul’s reminder that even he had not “arrived,” you’ll discover why peace root...

1 month ago

15 minutes

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2. Becoming is the Assignment- Choosing Growth When You Can't See Progress

Send us a text What if the delay in your life isn’t punishment, but preparation? In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin unpacks why becoming—not arriving—is the true assignment. Drawing from the life of Jesus and biblical truth, he reveals how God uses hidden seasons, pruning, and process to shape character before promotion. If you’ve ever felt stuck between the promise and the payoff, this episode will give you the language, perspective, and practices you need to see your season diff...

2 months ago

14 minutes

The Pursuit Podcast

3. You're Not Behind, You're Becoming: How to Grow At Your Own Pace

Send us a text Do you ever feel like you’re falling behind in life, calling, or purpose? In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin confronts the lie of comparison and reminds you that God’s timing is not your timing. Drawing from Galatians 6:9, this conversation will help you reframe feelings of delay, disappointment, or discouragement by showing you how “due season” is always right on time with God. If you’ve been measuring yourself by timelines, trends, or what others are doing, this e...

2 months ago

16 minutes

The Pursuit Podcast

1. What Are You Pursuing/ Chasing? Aka How To Recognize When Ambition Becomes Distraction

Send us a text What are you really chasing in life—success, approval, comfort, or Christ? In this powerful first episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin unpacks Philippians 3: 12–14 and shows why every pursuit outside of Jesus leaves us restless and unfulfilled. Discover how to pursue God with intention, courage, and faith that lasts, and learn what it means to press toward your purpose in Him. Whether you’re new to faith, a leader hungry for more, or someone who feels stuck in the chase for t...

2 months ago

14 minutes

The Pursuit Podcast

Episode 0.5- The Heart Behind The Pursuit

Send us a text Before we start the journey, let’s set the stage. In this special trailer, I’m pulling back the curtain to share why The Pursuit Podcast exists, what you can expect every week, and why I believe this space matters in a world that moves too fast and thinks too shallow. We’ll talk about the heart behind the show, the kind of conversations you can expect, and the posture we’ll take toward faith, leadership, and life. No hype, no gimmicks — just an honest foundation for the road ah...

2 months ago

2 minutes

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Episode 0: Before We Begin....

Send us a text Welcome to The Pursuit Podcast. This teaser episode is your personal invite into the heart of what this show is all about. Before we go anywhere, we need to be clear on where we are headed. This is not a podcast filled with fluff, recycled Christian phrases, or performance-based teaching. This is a space for real conversations about faith, leadership, calling, identity, and what it means to walk with God when life gets confusing or overwhelming. You’ll hear truth that stretches...

3 months ago

2 minutes