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.

In a world that constantly pushes us to chase more—more money, more success, more stuff—how do we stay focused on what truly matters? In this episode of The Average Pursuit, we explore how materialism affects our spiritual lives, Jesus’ warning to the rich young ruler in Matthew 19:16-26, and the secret to true contentment found in Philippians 4:11-13. Living a Christ-centered life isn’t about having less—it’s about trusting that God is enough. Join me as we dive into practical ways to break free from materialism and live with purpose, gratitude, and faith.

You want to live a simpler, Christ-centered life—but how do you actually do it? In today’s episode of The Average Pursuit, Jonathan dives into real-world, practical steps for decluttering your time, mind, and heart so you can experience the peace that comes from living God’s way.

We’ll explore:
✅ The ‘One-Thing’ Rule – How Jesus modeled focus and intentionality.
✅ How to break free from busyness and overcommitment.
✅ Decluttering your schedule, thoughts, and heart so there’s room for God.
✅ The power of saying ‘no’ so you can say ‘yes’ to what truly matters.
✅ Simple daily habits to cultivate peace and spiritual depth.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, distracted, or stretched too thin, this episode will give you clear steps to simplify your life without guilt or fear. It’s time to move from chaos to clarity and start walking in God’s rhythm of grace.

👉 Listen now and take your first steps toward a simpler, more intentional life in Christ!

Is a simple life really possible in today’s busy, fast-paced world? In this episode of The Average Pursuit, Jonathan kicks off Season 2 by unpacking the difference between biblical simplicity and minimalism, why modern Christians struggle with busyness and distractions, and what Jesus taught about simple living in Matthew 6:25-34.

We’ll explore:
✅ Why minimalism isn’t enough and how biblical simplicity is different.
✅ The real reason Christians are exhausted and overcommitted.
✅ How Jesus calls us to trust God daily rather than stockpile security.
✅ Practical steps to declutter your time, mind, and heart this week.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or longing for deeper peace, this episode is for you. It’s time to shift from a life of constant striving to a life of seeking first the Kingdom of God.

👉 Listen now and start embracing a Christ-centered simple life.

🔥Something’s gotta give. We weren’t made to live life stressed, exhausted, and constantly chasing things that never satisfy. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, distracted, or just plainstuck, this episode is your WAKE-UP CALL.

In today’s specialpreseason episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on Season 2 ofThe Average Pursuit—and trust me, you’re going to want in on this.

🚨Here’s what you’ll get in this episode:
✅ The hard truth about why most of us are missing what matters.
✅ A sneak peek at what’s coming inSimple Living, Biblical Living.
✅ A challenge to reset your priorities and take back control of your time, faith, and family.

This is your invitation to step into somethingbetter—a life designed around what truly matters, not what the world tells you to chase.

👀Don’t miss what’s coming! Hit thatfollow button, share this episode with a friend, and get ready—Season 2 kicks off Monday!

🎙️It’s time to reset. You in?

📖Description for Part 3: Living a Life Fully Surrendered
Surrender isn’t just a one-time decision—it’s a way of life. Many say they have given their lives to Christ, yet they continue tohold back areas they don’t want to release. But Jesus calls us to more than belief—He calls us todaily surrender.

📖 In this episode ofThe Average Pursuit, Jon unpacks what it truly means tolive in complete surrender, walking in obedience, trust, and the peace that comes from giving everything to God. Through Scripture (Romans 12:1, Proverbs 3:5-6, and Philippians 4:6-7), we explore:

• The marks of a fully surrendered life
• The areas we struggle to release
• The blessings that come when we trust God completely

💡 If you’ve been struggling to give up control, feeling spiritually stuck, or longing for the power of God in your life, this episode is for you.Surrender is not loss—it is gain. But you have to be willing tolay it all down.

🎧 Tune in now and commit todaily surrender—because only in losing your life will you truly find it.