As a minister, husband, father, and youth advocate, I struggle to commit to true rest. If I’m honest, taking a Sabbath feels impossible with all the responsibilities on my plate. But the more I push myself, the more I realize—hustle isn’t holiness. In this episode, I open up about my personal struggle with rest, why avoiding Sabbath is actually an issue of trust, and how we can redefine rest in a way that honors God. If you feel stretched too thin and don’t know how to slow down, this episode is for you. Let’s learn together how to build true, God-centered rhythms of rest.

In a world filled with constant distractions, how do we make space to hear God’s voice? In this episode of The Average Pursuit, Jon explores the power of silence and solitude, drawing from Mark 1:35, where Jesus intentionally withdrew to be alone with the Father.

We’ll unpack how the noise of everyday life—social media, work, entertainment—can drown out God’s gentle whisper, just as Elijah experienced in 1 Kings 19. Jon shares practical steps for scheduling silence, removing distractions, and listening expectantly to God’s leading.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, restless, or disconnected, this episode is an invitation to slow down and rediscover the peace that comes from stillness. The world may never get quieter, but we can choose to break free from the noise and make room for what truly matters.

Tune in and take the 10-minute silence challenge—because God is always speaking. The question is, are we listening?

It’s one thing to recognize the dangers of materialism—it’s another to take real steps to break free from it. In this supplemental episode of The Average Pursuit, we dive into five practical ways to shift your focus from possessions to purpose. From evaluating priorities to cultivating gratitude, giving generously, and simplifying life, we’ll explore actionable steps to help you align your heart with God’s design for contentment. If you’ve ever felt weighed down by the constant pursuit of “more,” this episode will help you trade temporary things for eternal treasures and start living with true freedom.