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Join The Journey

Watermark Community Church, Dallas, TXwww.jointhejourney.com
Reading the Bible regularly can be a challenge, and our goal is to help you not only get into God's word regularly, but also help you understand and apply what you're reading! Join The Journey is a Bible study podcast built to follow our daily reading plan available for free at jointhejourney.com. New episodes will be available Monday through Friday. We hope you can join us!
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Episodes

S2:073 Exodus 33

How do I grow in spiritual intimacy? What was the Tent of Meeting? Emma is in the podcast studio answering these questions and more. Don't miss it! Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platform and tag @watermarkchurch - every share is an entry to win a chance to sit in on a podcast recording session and grab lunch with the JTJ team!

Apr 19, 202314 min

S2:072 Ex 32:15-35

Emma is joined by Watermark member, George Dalton, to talk about owning our mistakes, waiting on God and more. George Dalton's previous episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-235-john-18/id1600151923?i=1000587448779 Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platform and tag @watermarkchurch - every share is an entry to win a chance to sit in on a podcast...

Apr 18, 20238 min

S2:071 Exodus 32:1-14

What does it look like to wait faithfully? Emma is joined by devo writer, Emily Hill, to answer this question. Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platform and tag @watermarkchurch - every share is an entry to win a chance to sit in on a podcast recording session and grab lunch with the JTJ team!

Apr 17, 202312 min

S2:070 Exodus 31

Today Emma is joined by Travis Bruster in the podcast studio to talk about Sabbath and more in Exodus 31! Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platform and tag @watermarkchurch - every share is an entry to win a chance to sit in on a podcast recording session and grab lunch with the JTJ team!

Apr 14, 202311 min

S2:069 Exodus 30

What is all this anointing talk? Why is Exodus 30 relevant to us today? Emma Dotter is joined by Watermarks Senior Director of Equipping, Dr. Oren Martin teaching and breaking down Exodus 30.

Apr 13, 202310 min

S2:068 Exodus 29

What does it mean for something to be consecrated? Why does it matter? Emma Dotter is in the podcast studio to answer this question and walk us through Exodus 29. Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platform and tag @watermarkchurch - every share is an entry to win a chance to sit in on a podcast recording session and grab lunch with the JTJ team!...

Apr 12, 20239 min

S2:067 Exodus 27 - 28

God is in the details! We are joined with Watermark Institute Student, Grace Ball, to continue our conversation on the Tabernacle in Exodus 27-28. Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platform and tag @watermarkchurch - every share is an entry to win a chance to sit in on a podcast recording session and grab lunch with the JTJ team!

Apr 11, 202310 min

S2:066 Exodus 26

Set aside those preconceived notions of thinking the Old Testament is irrelevant because today Emma Dotter is using Exodus 26 to show us how it’s anything but that! “We serve a creative God who creates beautiful things for his glory.”. Lean in and don't miss this.

Apr 10, 202313 min

BONUS EPISODE: EASTER SUNDAY

HE IS RISEN! Easter is more than bunnies and egg hunts. In this Bonus episode, Emma Dotter shares with us the good news we get to celebrate today! Don't miss it! Join us at Watermark's Easter services: Watermark.org/easter Looking for a Join The Journey Journal? jointhejourney.com/resources

Apr 09, 20239 min

Holy Week: How do we know Jesus actually rose from the grave?

How do we know Jesus actually rose from the grave? In this episode, Emma is joined by Porch leader, Kyle Sullivan, to answer this BIG question. Scripture for today's episode: Isaiah 25:7-8, Mark 16, 1 Corinthians 15:54 Resource mentioned: The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel To get the free Holy Week Scripture Guide: Watermark.org/holyweek To find out more about Watermark's Easter services: Watermark.org/easter Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (s...

Apr 07, 20239 min

BONUS EPISODE: GOOD FRIDAY

In the beginning… or should we say SINCE the beginning God has shown grace where we deserve wrath and this sets the tone for his relationship with us and his love towards us in this present day. In this Bonus episode, Emma Dotter helps remind us why we should slow down and dwell on this truth on Good Friday and every day. She also answers an interpretive challenge on where exactly Jesus went during those 3 days after death and before resurrection. Don't miss out on this bonus episode! Want to jo...

Apr 07, 202316 min

Holy Week: Why the Old Testament matters during Easter! (and all the time)

Why the Old Testament matters during Easter! (and all the time) In this episode, Emma is joined by Jessa Feist to answer this. Scripture for today's episode: Numbers 21:9, John 3:14-21 To get the free Holy Week Scripture Guide: Watermark.org/holyweek To find out more about Watermark's Easter services: Watermark.org/easter Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platfo...

Apr 06, 202310 min

Holy Week: Rejection. Jesus faced it, and so do we.

Rejection is not something we should avoid, but is something we should look forward to. In this episode, Emma is joined by Eddie Perez to talk about rejection and how we can face it. Scripture for today's episode: Isaiah 53, Luke 23:6-49 To get the free Holy Week Scripture Guide: Watermark.org/holyweek To find out more about Watermark's Easter services: Watermark.org/easter Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal...

Apr 05, 20239 min

Holy Week: Jesus drank wine...what does that mean for us today?

Jesus drinks wine? Jesus is the Passover Lamb? In this episode, Emma is joined by Porch leader, Cat Reagan to answer these questions. Scripture for today's episode: Exodus 12, Luke 22:17-20 To get the free Holy Week Scripture Guide: Watermark.org/holyweek To find out more about Watermark's Easter services: Watermark.org/easter Looking for a Join The Journey Journal? jointhejourney.com/resources Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast ...

Apr 04, 202311 min

Holy Week: What's the significance of Jesus riding on a donkey?

What's the significance of Jesus riding a donkey? In this episode, Emma is joined by Sam Morey to answer this question and kick-off Holy Week! Scripture for today's episode: Zechariah 9:9-13, Matthew 21:1-11 To get the free Holy Week Scripture Guide: Watermark.org/holyweek To find out more about Watermark's Easter services: Watermark.org/easter Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to ...

Apr 03, 202311 min

BONUS EPISODE: PALM SUNDAY

How do you approach Holy Week? How do you read the gospels? In this bonus episode our host Emma Dotter and Watermark's Senior Director of Equipping, Dr. Oren Martin are answering these questions and more. Today's Challenge: What would it look like for you to approach holy week with reverence and awe of who Jesus is and what he did?

Apr 02, 202313 min

S2:065 Exodus 25

In this episode, Emma is joined by Watermark Institute Student, Ryan Fitch, to talk all things Exodus 25. Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platform and tag @watermarkchurch - every share is an entry to win a chance to sit in on a podcast recording session and grab lunch with the JTJ team!

Mar 31, 20238 min

S2:064 Exodus 24

In this episode, Emma Dotter is joined by today's devo writer, Travis Harris, to talk all things Exodus 24. Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platform and tag @watermarkchurch - every share is an entry to win a chance to sit in on a podcast recording session and grab lunch with the JTJ team!

Mar 30, 20238 min

S2:063 Exodus 22:15 - 23

What does God call His people to? In this episode, Emma Dotter looks at Jenna Bittick's devo and dives into some helpful framework for understanding the Old Testament law. Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platform and tag @watermarkchurch - every share is an entry to win a chance to sit in on a podcast recording session and grab lunch with the JTJ team!...

Mar 29, 20237 min

S2:062 Exodus 21 - 22:15

How should Christians today think about slavery? Do the Old Testament laws support slavery or condemn it? In this episode, Emma Dotter is joined by Elizabeth Hoffman and Kate Summers to talk all about Exodus 21 -22:15. High-Level Takeaways: IN EVERY SINGLE CASE OF 21ST-CENTURY SLAVERY, GOD WOULD CONDEMN AS SIN. We can’t assume that because slavery still exists that it has always operated in the same way. Information on IJM: https://www.ijm.org Watermark's Reclaimed Ministry: https://www.watermar...

Mar 28, 202312 min

S2:061 Exodus 20

How should we, in light of the work of Christ, view the 10 commandments present day? Are they still relevant and if so how? Emma Dotter helps bring light to these very questions through the book of Exodus 20. Challenge: What would it look like for you to take the commandments of God seriously in light of what Jesus did for you on the cross? Giveaway Info: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social ...

Mar 27, 202311 min

S2:060 Exodus 19

What was a priest? What did it mean for Israel to be set apart as a Kingdom of priests? What does this mean for us today? In this episode, Watermark members, Casey Uphues & Mandy Sisco, fill in for Emma while she’s visiting the Holy Land. Casey and Mandy walk us through Exodus 19. Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platform and tag @watermarkchurch - every sh...

Mar 24, 20236 min

S2:059 Exodus 17 - 18

Have you ever doubted if you can trust God? Questioned His provision? In this episode, Watermark members, Casey Uphues & Mandy Sisco, fill in for Emma while she’s visiting the Holy Land. Casey and Mandy walk us through some essential application points in Exodus 17 and 18. Think about it: Where am I allowing an unmet need to cause me to question the Lord? Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screen...

Mar 23, 20239 min

S2:058 Exodus 16

In this episode, Will McIlroy and Maddox Vines take over the podcast while Emma is away in Israel! Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platform and tag @watermarkchurch - every share is an entry to win a chance to sit in on a podcast recording session and grab lunch with the JTJ team!

Mar 22, 202311 min

S2:057 Exodus 15

In this episode, Nathan Wagnon continues as our guest host, and calls in Jordan Thompson. . . he literally sees him in the hallway and invites him to be on the podcast cold turkey! It's definitely a fun conversation you don't want to miss. For more information regarding the Eden Project, check out: https://www.theedenproject.com Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media...

Mar 21, 202310 min

S2:056 Exodus 14

Why did God harden Pharaoh's heart? In this episode, scholar Nathan Wagnon (and friends) takes over the podcast and tackles some really challenging questions...this one was a wild ride, so you're definitely in for a treat! Nathan, On Romans 9: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey/id1600151923?i=1000551847956 For more information regarding the Eden Project, check out: https://www.theedenproject.com Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're join...

Mar 20, 202311 min

S2:055 Exodus 13

In today's episode, Shane Rasch continues to fill in for Emma while she is away in Israel! Lean in as he walks us through some great observations from Exodus 13. Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platform and tag @watermarkchurch - every share is an entry to win a chance to sit in on a podcast recording session and grab lunch with the JTJ team!...

Mar 17, 20237 min

S2:054 Exodus 12

Is God good? In this episode, Shane Rasch shares his story and tackles some of the hard questions raised in today's chapter. Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platform and tag @watermarkchurch - every share is an entry to win a chance to sit in on a podcast recording session and grab lunch with the JTJ team!

Mar 16, 20239 min

S2:053 Exodus 10-11

How can we make sense of God's goodness amidst a multitude of hardships? In this episode, Hannah Spence and Merrill Pollard fill in for Emma while she is away in Israel. For the next few days, we'll be having a lot of fun surprise guests...this is just the beginning! Social Media Contest: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc.) to any social media platform and tag @watermarkchurch - every share is an entry to...

Mar 15, 20237 min

S2:052 Exodus 8-9

What is up with all these plagues?! Why did God use plagues in the first place? Emma Dotter is in the podcast studio meeting us in Exodus 8-9 to bringing clarity to these questions for us. Reflection: Do you have a little g God in your life that you put above the ONE, TRUE God? Do you believe God to be the patient, intentional, RICH in mercy God that HE IS? Giveaway Info: We want to know who's on The Journey! Share how you're joining (share a podcast episode, your journal, an app screenshot, etc...

Mar 14, 202314 min
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