We are taking a short break from making the podcast- new and exciting things are happening at Blue Mountain Community Church, and Pastor JD's schedule will be changing rapidly in the upcoming weeks.  We fully intend on relaunching our podcast in a few weeks/months and we look forward to putting out new content in the near future- connect with us on Facebook or Instagram to stay updated! https://www.facebook.com/thecurioushopepodcast https://www.instagram.com/thecurioushopepodcast/

Have you ever doubted Jesus before? Have you ever been told that doubting is wrong? Join us as we look at a story where Peter tries to walk on water, and how it shows us that we may be thinking about "doubt" in the wrong way.

Have you ever felt utterly helpless? We continue our series "Finding Hope" by looking at a Jesus story that goes, quite literally, through the roof, and Jesus does something completely unexpected.

Have you ever felt "unclean", or like you are too dirty and messed up for God? Join us as we kick off our new series called Finding Hope!

How should Christ followers engage with movies, TV shows, board games, and video games?  Should they only consume media that is "Christianized"? Or should they feel free to consume anything? Join Pastor JD and guest Trenton Tomaras as they talk about Star Wars, Bibleman, Dungeons and Dragons, and more.

How do we engage on social media in an authentic, loving way? Are cell phones just pure evil? What are some good strategies for turning off the media and getting some alone time with God? Pastor JD's good friend from seminary, Pastor Austin Mathews, joins us this week to talk about how Christ followers should engage social media and cell phones.

Is money inherently evil? Should we give all that we have away? Why do we often approach church with a "me-first" mentality? Pastor Nate joins us this week to talk about money and consumerism in our culture. 

Pastor Jim joins us to talk about how Christ-followers should engage with politics. Should the church take political stances? Can you be a Christ-follower and vote for a Republican/Democrat? How do we navigate the toxic political climate that seems to be looming over our country? Join us as we kick off our new series "City on a Hill?" and ask tough questions about how Christ-followers should engage culture.

What is it like moving your family across the world? What does it look like to partner with congregations that might be different than our own? Is Europe still a "Christian" continent? Join us as we talk with Nate and Stacy Tatman, Associate Regional Coordinators for Europe & the Middle East at Church of God Ministries Global Strategy.  Follow the Tatmans' journey on their blog- https://ourspanglishlife.com/ Explore the work and ministry they are engaged in- http://three-worlds.com/ Connect with them on social media, through email, or support their ministry- https://www.chogglobal.org/team/nstatman/

Why do we tend to resort to "bandaids" when we are isolated? What are some of the misconceptions that we might have about ourselves, our neighbors, and our community? Chaplain John Radzikowski from the Christian Aid Center in Walla Walla shares about the transformative and healing work that they are doing by helping people live outside of their bubble and connect with one another. If you would like to get involved with the amazing work of the Christian Aid Center, you can: Give financially- https://www.christianaidcenter.org/donate/online-giving Learn more about volunteering- http://www.christianaidcenter.org/jeannette-regalado