Matt Valencia is a pastor and church planter at Regeneration Church near Santa Cruz who has spent over three decades serving in ministry and exploring the intersection of faith, leadership, and spiritual growth.
In this episode, Matt shares his journey from being a young believer during the Jesus Movement to becoming a teach and later a pastor and mentoring to others. He discusses the challenges of pastoral ministry, the importance of intergenerational relationships in the church, and how to maintain spiritual health while serving others.
Listen to how Matt challenges us to approach ministry with a spirit of humility and continuous learning, recognizing the value of both youthful enthusiasm and seasoned wisdom. He encourages us to cultivate a posture of deeper listening, asking thoughtful questions and seeking to understand people in order to serve them better.
It was inspiring to hear Matt's insights on finding balance between pouring out and being filled, and how he has learned to navigate the complexities of church leadership over the years. May these reflections encourage you to embrace the joys and challenges of your own spiritual journey, trusting in God's guidance as you seek to grow in wisdom and impact others for His kingdom.
- Jesu Juva