Joshua Wilderness Institute Podcast

Joshua Wilderness Institute

Joshua Wilderness Institute Podcast is the official podcast of the Joshua Wilderness Institute, a 9-month discipleship program located at Hume Lake Christian Camps. From information about the program to advice from alumni, this podcast gives a glimpse into daily life here at JWI! Learn more at hume.org/joshua

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#49
October 29 · 31 min
Your Words Tell on You - Jordan Weaver
What do our words reveal about the condition of our hearts? Join us as we sit down with Jordan Weaver, Director of Wildwood and Assistant of Adult & Family Ministries at Hume, to explore the power of our words and the heart behind them. As followers of Christ, we ought not speak life with our lips while living in contradiction to Him. By the work of the Holy Spirit, God transforms our hearts to reflect Christ and bring Him glory. What is Joshua? - https://hume.org/joshua/home/what-is-joshua/ Apply and start your journey today! - https://hume.org/joshua/jwi-application/
#48
October 14 · 13 min
Prayers of Cursing and Names of God - Sam Meier
Sam shares how studying the Old Testament transformed his faith, deepened his prayer life, and revealed the surprising nature of God. From learning to love his enemies to sharing a chilling personal experience with spiritual evil, he explores the Bible’s mysteries and the powerful connections between faith, Scripture, and everyday life. What is Joshua? - https://hume.org/joshua/home/what-is-joshua/ Apply and start your journey today! - https://hume.org/joshua/jwi-application/
#47
October 7 · 12 min
The Joshua Community - Taylor Britton
We sit down with Taylor Britton, a former student of Joshua, as she opens up about what she thought Joshua was going to be versus what God really had in mind for her. She shares how special it is to find genuine community at Joshua among like-minded students who love one another and encourage each other to pursue Christ.   What is Joshua? - https://hume.org/joshua/home/what-is-joshua/ Apply and start your journey today! - https://hume.org/joshua/jwi-application/
#46
October 1 · 22 min
The Beginning of Joshua - Bob Phillips
In this episode of the Joshua Wilderness Institute Podcast, we sit down with Hume alumnus Bob Phillips, who has a deep knowledge and love for Hume’s history. Bob takes us back to the beginnings of Joshua, sharing how it came to be, why it was created, and the lasting blessing it has been to young adults seeking to grow deeper in their faith and walk with Christ. What is Joshua? - https://hume.org/joshua/home/what-is-joshua/
#45
August 28 · 31 min
When Community Grows You - Dallas Dewitt
We were never meant to follow Jesus alone. Community creates a place where we are known, challenged, encouraged, and shaped to become more like Christ. We sit down with Dallas Dewitt, Director of Joshua, as he shares how community can challenge us and why those challenges are essential for true growth as we follow Christ. If you'r ready to take your walk with Christ deeper, click on the link to apply and start your journey today! - https://hume.org/joshua/jwi-application/
#44
July 31 · 16 min
The Five Trips of Joshua - Malea Spear
In this episode, we sit down with Joshua alum Malea as she shares her firsthand experience of the five transformative trips every Joshua student takes. From missions and evangelism to service and historical biblical studies, Malea reflects on how each journey deepened her faith, broadened her perspective, and brought the Bible to life in meaningful ways. Click the link to find out more about Joshua and start your journey today! - https://hume.org/joshua/home/
#43
July 10 · 12 min
Living and Working at Hume - Myles Cooper
Living and working at Hume is a big part of the program experience. But have you ever wondered what it's like? Hear from Myles Cooper, a former Joshua student, as he shares his experience and what it's like to embrace the joys and challenges of living and working at Hume during Joshua. Ready to spend 9 months growing in your faith and saying "yes" to God's work of transforming you to become more like His Son, Jesus? We'd love to have you join us. Click the link to apply today! Spots for the 2026–2027 class are filling up fast! Apply here: https://hume.org/joshua/jwi-application/
#42
July 8 · 29 min
What Is the Joshua Fast? - Jen Smith
What is the Joshua Fast, and what's the purpose behind it? We sit down with Jen Smith, former Associate Director of Joshua Wilderness Institute, as she explains how the Joshua Fast invites us to temporarily set aside good things so we can simply say yes to what God has in store for those who draw near to Him. If you or someone you know is interested in joining Joshua for 9 months, click the link to apply: https://hume.org/joshua/jwi-application/
#40
April 8 · 13 min
God’s Grace Is Not a Theory - Daryl Spradley
So often, Christians live as if God’s grace is a theory rather than a reality, which keeps us from fully embracing our identity in Christ. Daryl Spradley hopes we would seek and see the depth of God’s grace and be honest with Him in hard times, revealing our greater need for Him. Joshua Wilderness Institutes Mission: To disciple 18-24 year olds toward loving God and His word in order to set a foundation for a life worthy of the Gospel. Apply today at https://hume.org/joshua and start your journey today!
#39
March 26 · 15 min
Christ’s Scars Redeem Ours? - Joanne Jung
We sit down with Joanne Jung, a professor of biblical and theological studies at Biola University, as she shares how we ought to pray expectantly, how to discern which door God is calling us through, and how Jesus’ scars from the cross redeem our own scars of brokenness. Joshua Wilderness Institutes Mission: To disciple 18-24 year olds toward loving God and His word in order to set a foundation for a life worthy of the Gospel. Apply today at https://hume.org/joshua and start your journey today!
#38
March 18 · 24 min
When You Bump Into Reality - Jon Noyes
Eventually, you bump into reality. But what is reality—and what is truth? We sit down with Jon Noyes, an apologist with Stand to Reason, as he shares what true reality is, how he came to realize that atheism could not stand on its claims, and how one can boldly proclaim Jesus with truth, grace, and love. Stand To Reason Ministry: https://www.str.org Joshua Wilderness Institutes Mission: To disciple 18-24 year olds toward loving God and His word in order to set a foundation for a life worthy of the Gospel. Apply today at https://hume.org/joshua and start your journey today!
#37
March 4 · 29 min
What Is the Purpose of Art? - Casey Groves
What Truly Is Art? What Is It For, and How Can We Use It to Glorify the Original Artist, God Himself? We sit down with Casey Groves, a pastor and musician, as he shares the true purpose of art and how great art draws us into a story that compels us to ask deeper questions about what the creator is seeking to reflect and express. Joshua Wilderness Institutes Mission: To disciple 18-24 year olds toward loving God and His word in order to set a foundation for a life worthy of the Gospel. Apply today at https://hume.org/joshua and start your journey today!
#36
February 12 · 9 min
What God Teaches Us About Dating - Brad Bell
In a world where dating can mean so many different things, how can we as believers approach it in a healthy, biblical way with marriage in mind? We sit down with Brad Bell, Pastor of The Well Community Church, as he shares a biblical perspective on dating, marriage, and intimacy—what it should look like, what to avoid, and how to honor God in the process. Learn about our 9-month gap year discipleship program: hume.org/joshua
#35
January 15 · 14 min
Will AI Ever Be Like Us? - Doug Axe
In this episode of Wilderness Survival, we sit down with Doug Axe, Professor of Biological Sciences at Biola University, to explore whether AI (Artificial Intelligence) can ever be intelligently independent of human intervention, what intelligent design is, and how it points back to a Creator. Learn about our 9-month gap year discipleship program: hume.org/joshua
#34
January 14 · 13 min
What Does God Want for My Life? - Katie Wolfe
We sit down with Katie Wolfe, a missions medical nurse with Students International, as she shares how she came to the mission field, how to follow God’s calling when it doesn’t make sense, and why we are not the solution in missions—but are invited to join what God is already doing through the Gospel. Learn more about Students International: https://stint.com Learn about our 9-month gap year discipleship program: hume.org/joshua
#33
January 9 · 13 min
What Is the Heart of Missions? - Dave Hansen
Followers of Christ have many ideas about missions—but what does the Bible say about the true heart of missions? In this episode, we sit down with Dave Hansen, CEO of Students International, as he shares the biblical purpose of missions, his personal journey, and the calling behind the ministry of Students International. Learn more about Students International: https://stint.com Ever consider how a 9-month gap year program could grow your faith while laying a foundation for a life worthy of the Gospel? Learn more about Joshua Wilderness Institute today: hume.org/joshua
#32
Dec 22, 2025 · 20 min
What Are Habits of Grace? - Erik Thoennes
To know Christ is to have a relationship with Christ. But what habits and practices should believers live by to dive deeper into knowing and enjoying God Himself? Professor Erik Thoennes shares what the habits of grace are and what they look like. If you or someone you know is interested in joining a 9-month gap year discipleship program, apply today at hume.org/joshua
#31
Dec 5, 2025 · 14 min
How to be Spiritually Disciplined - Jerry Root
In this episode of Wilderness Survival, we sit down with Dr. Jerry Root as he shares on the benefit choosing an author to study such as C.S. Lewis, why one should keep Christ the center of ones thinking, and how to cultivate your faith in the Lord through spiritual disciplines. If you or someone you know is interested in joining a 9-month gap year discipleship program, apply today at hume.org/joshua
#30
Nov 21, 2025 · 18 min
Is Revival Really Happening? - Cory Fenn
This week we heard from Cory Fenn as he spoke on the importance of the cost of discipleship, confession and why it seems this generation is seeking truth more than ever. Is there a Revival happening? If you or someone you know is interested in joining a 9-month gap year discipleship program, apply today at hume.org/joshua
#29
Nov 13, 2025 · 25 min
Why Don't Jews Believe Christ Is Messiah? - Josh & Annette Sofaer
We sit down with Josh & Annette Sofaer who share with us as to what the ministry Jews For Jesus is and as to why Jews don't recognize that Christ is the long awaited Messiah that the Old Testament testifies to. For more info or to apply today visit hume.org/joshua

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