Join The Journey

In this episode, high school students Wyatt and Ally join Emma Dotter to share about their time on a mission trip with Watermark Students to the Dominican Republic this summer. They share about what led them to go, what ministry and evangelism during the week looked like, and what God taught them through the trip. Together, they reflect on stories of people trusting in Christ for the first time, moments that encouraged their faith, and why you should consider going on an international mission trip. 

// ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED: 

Matthew 28: 19-20 

// RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY: 
Learn more about International Missions at Watermark: https://www.watermark.org/international-missions 
Attend Discover Missions starting September 17, 2026: https://www.watermark.org/events/7006-discover-missions 

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// WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY? 

Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we’re studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week’s passage. Then, for the next six days, we’ll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we’ll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God’s Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights. 

Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com
Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr
Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  

// MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:  
Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources
Previous years’ print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma...
Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org

What does life as a missionary in Tokyo look like? What challenges face Jesus followers in Japan? In this episode, Watermark missionary Andre Norasith joins Emma Dotter to discuss his ministry in Tokyo, Japan. They dive into his call to the mission field, his daily life in Japan, and what discipleship through the local church looks like in Tokyo. 

// ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED: 

// RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY: 
Learn more about International Missions at Watermark: https://www.watermark.org/international-missions 
Attend Discover Missions starting September 17, 2026: https://www.watermark.org/events/7006-discover-missions 
Read Andre and Abby Norasith’s story of grace: https://www.watermark.org/blog/how-will-they-believe-unless-they-hear  

// RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:  
“S5:042 – Why do churches send missionaries? (Acts 17:1-15, Part 2)” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s5-042-why-do-churches-send-missionaries-acts-17-1-15-part-2/id1600151923?i=1000778871775)  

// WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY? 

Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we’re studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week’s passage. Then, for the next six days, we’ll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we’ll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God’s Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights. 

Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com
Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr
Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  

// MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:  
Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources
Previous years’ print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma...
Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org

What does it look like to steward your time, talents, and treasures in a biblical way? In this episode, Watermark Elder Kyle Thompson joins Emma Dotter to discuss Acts 19:21-41. They unpack God’s view of our finances and how following Christ informs every aspect of our lives. 

// ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED: 

Matthew 6; James 1; Matthew 25; 2 Corinthians 8: 12-15 

// RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY: 
Moneywise is an introductory biblical money management class to lead people into a lifestyle of faithful stewardship through solid, biblical money management skills. 
For details on the Moneywise One-Day Class (September 12, 2026): https://www.watermark.org/events/7019-moneywise-one-day-class 
For details on the Moneywise 5-Week Class starting October 15, 2026: https://www.watermark.org/events/7020-moneywise-5-week-class 

// RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:  
“S4:263 – Introduction to the book of Acts” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)    
“S4:270 – Acts 18-20" (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s4-270-acts-18-20/id1600151923?i=1000736247835)  

// WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY? 

Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we’re studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week’s passage. Then, for the next six days, we’ll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we’ll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God’s Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights. 

Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com
Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr
Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  

// MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:  
Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources
Previous years’ print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma...
Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org

Can we expect extraordinary miracles today? In this episode, Associate Pastor, David Penuel, joins Emma Dotter to unpack the extraordinary miracles in Acts 19:11-20. They explore the significance of these miracles, along with whether we can expect them to happen today. 

// ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED: 

// RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY: 

// RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:  
“S4:263 – Introduction to the book of Acts” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)    
“S4:270 – Acts 18-20" (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s4-270-acts-18-20/id1600151923?i=1000736247835)  

// WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY? 

Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we’re studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week’s passage. Then, for the next six days, we’ll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we’ll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God’s Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights. 

Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com
Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr
Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  

// MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:  
Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources
Previous years’ print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma...
Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org

Should modern day followers of Jesus exorcise demons? In this episode, Executive Director of The Porch, Kylen Perry, joins Emma Dotter to discuss the role of demons and exorcism in Acts 19:11-20. They discuss what demons and exorcisms are, including methods of deliverance. Kylen answers the question, “What if talk of demons and exorcism scares me?” 

// ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED: 

// RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY: 
Who were the seven sons of Sceva? https://www.gotquestions.org/seven-sons-of-Sceva.html 
Do demons exist? https://www.gotquestions.org/do-demons-exist.html 

// RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:  
“S4:263 – Introduction to the book of Acts” (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...)    
“S4:270 – Acts 18-20" (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s4-270-acts-18-20/id1600151923?i=1000736247835)  

// WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY? 

Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we’re studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week’s passage. Then, for the next six days, we’ll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we’ll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God’s Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights. 

Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com
Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr
Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  

// MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:  
Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources
Previous years’ print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma...
Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org