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Confessions Of A Pastor
This is confessions of a pastor. A relentlessly real peak behind the scenes of Journey Church in Bend, Oregon. From church in a strip club to a strip mall, going where Jesus would go to reach people Jesus would reach. The good, the bad and the ugly, all for the glory of God. A journey of misery & miracles. Your hosts are the founders, Pastor Keith and Kara. There really is hope for everyone.
Episodes
Confessions Of A PastorOne Star Reviews and Encounters with God
On this episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Pastors Keith and Brandon are talking about a little bit of everything. Some laughs, some honest moments, and a few…
Confessions Of A PastorWhen Our City Hurts, Hope Shows Up
In the wake of the heartbreaking shooting at Silver Rail in Bend, we share our personal experience as Journey Church became the reunification site for families…
Confessions Of A PastorLife Change and Freedom
In this episode of Confessions Of A Pastor, Pastors Keith and Kara unpack a weekend of life change and freedom that Pastor Kara experienced at The Father's…
Confessions Of A PastorWhat Really Happened at Church In The Park
In this episode of Confessions Of A Pastor, Pastors Keith and Kara recap an unforgettable Sunday in the heart of our city. From the moments leading up to…
Confessions Of A PastorWe Refuse to Settle
What happens when you become burdened for more than what you're currently seeing? In this episode, we talk about the hunger for a move of God in our city. And…
Confessions Of A PastorCould Men Be The Solution To A Move Of God?
On this episode of Confessions Of A Pastor - Pastor Keith, Pastor Conor, and Pastor Brandon unpack a recent prophetic word shared over the men of Journey…
Confessions Of A PastorWe Want Revival!
What if revival starts when the Church comes together as one? In this episode, we discuss the power of unity, carrying hope into every situation, and believing…
Confessions Of A PastorWhat Pastors Wish Everyone Knew
What do pastors wish everyone knew? Pastor Keith is joined by Pastor Brandon & Pastor Conor for an honest conversation about some of the things people may not…
Confessions Of A PastorAdversaries and Oppositions of the Kingdom
It’s Monday morning at Journey Church, and the "Holy Hangover" is real. Pastor Keith and Pastor Kara are sitting down for a relentlessly real look at what’s…
Confessions Of A PastorProphetic Rumblings
In this week’s episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Pastor Keith and Kara sit down to discuss the spiritual "rumblings" currently shaking Journey Church and the…
Confessions Of A PastorStaff Stories
In this week’s episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Pastor Keith sits down with several members of the Journey Church staff team to share powerful stories of…
Confessions Of A PastorThe Kingdom Isn't Quiet
In this week's episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Pastor Keith and Kara take us behind the scenes of the spiritual and physical movement happening at Journey…
Confessions Of A PastorThe F word, and its Kingdom Impact
In this week’s episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Pastor Keith and Kara go deep into the one thing that can hijack our faith faster than anything else…
Confessions Of A PastorIdols, Deliverance and the Glory of God
In this week’s episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Pastor Keith is joined by Pastor Kara for an honest and heartfelt conversation about the season we’re living…
Confessions Of A PastorBehind the Songs, the Church, and the Secret Place — with Martin Smith
In this week’s episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Keith sits down with worship leader and songwriter Martin Smith for an honest and inspiring conversation…
Confessions Of A PastorTwo Kingdoms At War!
In this episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Pastors Keith and Kara talk about the recent wins, spiritual battles and weirdness that comes with pastoring a…
Confessions Of A PastorHoly Hangovers
In this episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Pastors Keith and Kara talk about the power-packed last month at Journey Church! They celebrate Journey Church in…
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Death, Drinks and Dynamics of Leadership
In this episode of Confessions of a Pastor, Pastors Keith and Kara talk candidly about death and life through the Gospel of John, the realities of church…
Confessions Of A Pastor2026: Kingdom Come
In this powerful episode, Pastors Keith and Kara share about their recent trip to New York, and dove into the theme God has given them for 2026: Kingdom Come.
Confessions Of A PastorConfessions of 2025 - Recap!
In this episode, Pastors Keith and Kara reflect on what God has done at Journey Church in Bend throughout 2025. They celebrate moments of unity, growth, and…
Confessions Of A PastorWar and Wisdom
"When God calls you higher, the battle often hits harder." In this episode, Pastors Keith and Kara open up about the unseen challenges that leaders face — the…
Confessions Of A PastorThe Gathering That Changed Our Church
In this powerful episode, Pastors Keith and Kara pull back the curtain on one of the most significant moments in their ministry to date — their first-ever…
Confessions Of A PastorSickness. Warfare. Glory.
In this powerful episode, Pastors Keith and Kara get real about the unseen battles that come with following God’s call. From moments of sickness and exhaustion…
Confessions Of A PastorEvery Revival Has a Rival
In this honest and eye-opening episode, Pastors Keith and Kara dive into the spiritual reality often overlooked: every genuine move of God attracts both…
Confessions Of A PastorGreat Awakening? A look at what God's doing.
In this raw and revealing episode, Pastors Keith and Kara pull back the curtain on ministry life, sharing powerful stories of how God has moved—sometimes in…
Confessions Of A PastorThe Bullet That Brought A Movement
Pastor Keith and Pastor Kara open up about the global impact of Charlie Kirk’s assassination and the ripple effects it has brought to our lives, our churches…
Confessions Of A PastorSo excited to share about what God is doing!!
Pastor Keith and Pastor Kara can't contain themselves. In this season opener they share about recent milestones, like Church In The Park and the grand opening…
Confessions Of A PastorProphetic and Baptism of the Holy Spirit
Pastors Keith and Kara discuss the baptism of the Holy Spirit, the Prophetic & catch up on how God's been moving in their lives and Journey Church. Just one…
Confessions Of A PastorUnderestimating Jesus!
The start of 2025 has been amazing. From so many people putting their hope in Jesus to healings. God is doing a new thing and we want MORE! Keith and Kara…
Confessions Of A Pastor374 baptisms in 2024, to God be the glory!
Jesus said you can tell a tree by it's fruit. Pastors Keith and Kara testify to the amazing fruit at Journey Church in Bend, Oregon. From 31 baptisms last…
Confessions Of A PastorRevival in the Church, Burning Tarot Cards & Spiritual War in Prayer
Pastor Keith and Kara talk about the movement of God Journey is experiencing, people continuing to surrender their witchcraft, a local school of wizardry and…
Confessions Of A PastorWitchcraft, Demons, Full Surrender & Baptisms!
On this episode, Pastors Keith and Kara share about seeing victory over witchcraft, burning books, people fully surrendering to Jesus and so many people going…
Confessions Of A PastorThere's nothing in your life you would be better without.
Pastor Keith and Kara reflect on the value of hard things, the hope we have in Jesus & living as Daniels in a Babylonian world. Also remember, you are the best…
Confessions Of A PastorGod's faithfulness & our gratefulness
Pastors Keith and Kara share some encouraging stories of God's goodness in their lives, church, and beyond. From silent auctions to healings, God is moving…
Confessions Of A PastorThankful for the hard & God is on the move!
Pastors Keith and Kara reflect on a few of the incredible changes God is leading Journey through, from 162 baptisms at Church in the Park to reforming the…
Confessions Of A PastorAbiding, vineyards, more water leaks & reframing the pain!
Pastors Keith and Kara share about visiting an Oregon vineyard, John 15, more water leaks and reframing our pain.
Confessions Of A PastorCelebrity Church Culture, Seasons, Prayer, War & Leaks!
Pastors Keith and Kara discuss celebrity church culture, share their recent journey of physical sickness and all-out spiritual war, and how leaks in their life…
Confessions Of A PastorA movement of the Spirit at Journey Church.
In this episode, Keith and Kara discuss a powerful Pursuit Night at Journey Church, from people falling at the weight of His glory to people receiving…
Confessions Of A PastorDeliverance, freedom & plundering the kingdom of darkness!
Keith and Kara share about deliverance, freedom and just some of the many transformed lives after Easter. To God be the glory!
Confessions Of A PastorJesus cleanses the temple & delights to give us the Kingdom.
Keith and Kara reflect on the ways of Jesus. When Jesus removes our distractions, healing, power & freedom come.
Confessions Of A PastorMoney, Revival and MORE!
Keith and Kara reflect on the countless stories of transformed lives, from financial giving to long shots giving their lives to Jesus. Clearly, God is on the…
Confessions Of A PastorIs revival coming?
Keith & Kara discuss Journey's 14th birthday & tell stories of the past. Through it all God is preparing the Church for revival. Transformational stories point…
Confessions Of A PastorMoney, Miracles & the demonic spirit of Religion
Keith & Kara reflect on miracles God is working through His church, the presence of God in worship & the donation of a car. God is in the big and the small…
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Speaking in tongues, spiritual gifts & the purpose of the church.
Keith and Kara unpack speaking in tongues and how they continue to grow in the understanding of spiritual gifts, God's Word and all that God wants to do…
Confessions Of A PastorPrison, Changed Lives, and So Much To Be Thankful For
Keith and Kara reflect on the last few weeks. The most unpredictable baptisms, salvations & transformed lives. This is just the beginning of greater things…
Confessions Of A PastorDefrosting From Ice & Getting Set On Fire
Keith and Kara look back at the last few weeks and how God works in the midst of disruptions, like ice storms. They take a deeper look at what being a disciple…
Confessions Of A PastorSow in tears, reap with shouts of joy.
Keith and Kara reflect explain why they took a break the last few weeks, the devil is real and so is victory. They look back on 2023 and look forward to 2024!…
Confessions Of A PastorJezebel Spirit, Testimonies and No Presents This Year!
Keith and Kara discuss how the Jezebel spirit sneaks into both the church and our lives, and how to have victory over it. They also share testimonies & why…
Confessions Of A PastorDemonic Activity, Deliverance, Miracles and Hope
Keith & Kara talk about salvations, deliverance and healings in both Uganda and locally in Bend, Oregon. They share about their personal journey and what Jesus…
Confessions Of A PastorSmoking Turkey, 2024 Theme and Seriously Following Jesus
Keith and Kara reveal the theme for 2024 & discuss what it means to truly follow Jesus.
Confessions Of A PastorBaptisms, Testimonies and Spiritual Gifts. Oh My!
Keith and Kara reflect on Sunday and all that God is doing. People are getting baptized, sharing their testimonies, and putting into practice spiritual gifts.
Confessions Of A Pastor**Bonus Episode** Miracles, Anxiety & Offerings
Keith & Kara reflect on what God did at Journey Church in Bend on Sunday. From anxiety being dropped off at the altar to a massive Guerrilla Love offering. God…
Confessions Of A PastorMORE MORE MORE
Pastors Keith and Kara share their experience through the MORE initiative. The good (people being saved), the bad (the perception of money and the church) and…
Confessions Of A Pastor** Bonus Episode** WOW. WOW. WOW. So many stories, such little time.
Keith and Kara talk about church in the park!! Church in Drake Park in Bend, OR. All the stories, all the baptisms, and MORE!
Confessions Of A Pastor**Bonus Episode** Summer stories you need to hear!
We just can't wait for season 2 to talk about God's goodness and faithfulness. The Lord is working in the little and the large. Trust God with everything and…
Confessions Of A PastorLife is short, God is good and wait til you hear what God is doing.
Pastor Keith and Kara celebrate the 10th episode, reflect on all that God is doing and challenge the listener to live fully surrendered to Jesus. From miracles…
Confessions Of A PastorConfessions of a Pastor's Kid
Being a PK (Pastor's Kid) can be tough. This week hear first hand stories of the good, the bad and the ugly of being a PK. Keith and Kara interview their…
Confessions Of A PastorThis is war!
Pastor Keith and Kara have declared war on the enemy. People are repenting, getting saved, leaving sin and getting healed; God is moving. In Jesus, we truly…
Confessions Of A PastorSin, Suffering and Gen Z
We all have the opportunity to meet with a living God. Could a Great Awakening happen in our day? Keith and Kara talk about the state of faith in our…
Confessions Of A PastorGraduations & Go Be A Guerrilla Lover
Pastor Keith and Kara have a daughter graduating high school & reminisce on the years of generosity and how impactful it is. It's time for some serious…