Ever been hurt by church people and wondered where the support went when things got messy? In this episode, we’re talking about it. Not to bash the Church—but to ask how we can actually be the refuge Jesus intended. Let’s get honest about spiritual wounds, awkward silences, and how we can do better at sitting with those who are hurting.

In this episode of the Faith In Context podcast, we explore why a sovereign God sometimes allows pain. Featuring Scripture, church history, and trusted theology, this conversation brings clarity and hope to one of faith’s hardest questions.

Does God really understand what we’re going through? In this powerful episode, we explore how Jesus didn’t just come to fix our pain—He came to feel it. From betrayal to the cross, Christ entered the very suffering we wrestle with. This isn’t distant sympathy—it’s divine empathy. If you’ve ever felt abandoned, heartbroken, or unheard, this episode will remind you: you’ve never suffered alone.

Why would a good God give us the freedom to cause so much pain? In this episode of God, Goodness, and the Problem of Pain, we explore how real love requires real choice—and how our freedom, while beautiful, comes with a cost. From Genesis to Galatians, from the fall to the cross, we unpack what it means to serve a God who honors our choices and still chooses us.

In this powerful episode of Faith In Context, we’re honored to welcome Tabitha Westbrook — licensed counselor, speaker, and author of the book Body & Soul, Healed & Whole. She specializes in trauma recovery, domestic abuse, and faith-based healing, Tabitha shares wisdom and practical tools for anyone navigating the complex journey of healing from trauma.

In this opening episode of the series God, Goodness, and the Problem of Pain, we wrestle with one of the most difficult questions of faith: Why do bad things happen to good people? Through Scripture, and historical insight, we explore how suffering and God’s goodness can coexist—and how Jesus meets us in our pain.

In this no-punches-pulled episode, Jason exposes the crisis of unhealthy leadership within the modern Church—from spiritual manipulation and celebrity culture to flat-out unqualified pastors running unchecked. Drawing from scripture, personal experience, and real stories from the faith trenches, “The Pulpit Needs a Purge” challenges listeners to rethink everything—from how we define success in ministry to what Jesus would say if He walked into our churches today. This is a healing, and hopeful call to reform, repentance, and revival. If you've ever been hurt by church leadership, questioned the structure, or longed for something more Christ-centered—this one is for you.

In this episode of Faith in Context, Jason unpacks how to hire pastoral staff with wisdom and integrity. From post-COVID urgency to long-term accountability, learn how to avoid rushed decisions, align expectations, and build a healthy leadership culture rooted in prayer, clarity, and spiritual discernment. Whether you’re a pastor or part of a search team, this episode is packed with insight to help you hire well and lead better.