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Every election leaves some disappointed and others celebrating. But win or lose, Christians are called to respond differently. Wes takes us to Scripture to consider God's sovereignty over earthly rulers, how we should respond to election results, and why the church will endure no matter what lies ahead for America.

Where should you send your kids to school? Homeschool, Christian school, public school? It's a big decision, and Christian parents often have strong opinions about it. But is one choice better than the others? Having raised five children of his own and helped countless parents navigate this decision throughout his years as a pastor, Wes offers thoughtful, practical advice on choosing a path for your family.

Finding someone to spend the rest of your life with is a big decision. So how should Christians approach dating? In this episode, Wes offers practical wisdom for singles and parents alike. He weighs in on dating apps, parental involvement, the difference between dating and courting, and whether you really need to be head over heels in love before saying “I do.”

We place our hope in good things, convinced that lasting peace is just one answered prayer or accomplishment away. But what happens when those good things become our greatest hope? Join Wes as he points us to the one hope that cannot fail, the return of Christ, and shows us how eagerly anticipating that day will transform how we live right now.

Your phone is now a sportsbook, and the game you used to watch for fun suddenly has your paycheck on the line. Christians are asking: Where does harmless fun end and something dangerous begin? Wes explores the biblical concerns surrounding sports betting, including stewardship, greed, and how a casual habit can quickly become a stronghold. He also addresses betting’s growing influence on young people and how to enjoy sports without letting them rule your wallet, your time, or your heart.

What is the defining mark of a healthy church? Wes explores why Jesus places such importance on believers loving one another and why that love says something profound about whether Christ has truly changed us. What does this kind of love actually look like in the life of a church, and what does it communicate to a watching world?

If a friend genuinely loves and follows Jesus but chooses to remain in the Catholic Church, should you try to convince them to leave? Or should we look at Roman Catholicism as simply another Christian denomination? That question feels especially urgent as a younger generation, hungry for antiquity and strong leadership, finds itself drawn to high-church traditions.

Can a true believer stay hopelessly trapped in pornography or other habitual sins? Joining us for episode two of Season 4, Wes tackles the uncomfortable reality of addiction and grace, exploring why willpower fails, why zero progress demands hard self-examination, and how Christ offers true victory from the inside out. Stream now.

Are you tired of a happiness that depends on having a good day? Real joy isn't about easier circumstances: it's about a fundamentally different way of living. In the Season 4 premiere, Wes explores how Jesus maintained an unshakable joy through hardship, and how looking to Him changes everything you value. Press play to discover a joy that lasts.

What does it mean to be a Christian? In this thought-provoking conversation, Wes brings a clarity to conversion that has sobering implications both for pastors and the flocks they shepherd. Drawing on his pastoral experience and his PhD studies, Wes exposes the root of conversion confusion and explains what it looks like to have a faith that works.

"Churches struggle from ungodly communication more than any single problem." In this encore episode, Wes draws on his decades of experience as both a husband and pastor as he explores what it looks like to speak with truth, love, and clarity. Learn the keys to godly communication and why it's critical to your relationships both at church and at home, and discover what steps you can take today to strengthen your marriage and build up your church.

In this encore episode of Pastor Pastor, Wes unpacks the art and craft of preaching, from the early stages of sermon prep to the final moments of delivery. You'll hear how NETS builds on seminary studies in training men to handle God’s Word, and why it's essential to connect with your particular congregation to stir hearts, challenge minds, and call both believers and nonbelievers to repentance.

In this encore episode, Wes and Sue share what they call the “Happy Wife Test” and how it reveals the foundation of a thriving marriage. Drawing from their 45-year journey in marriage and ministry, they offer practical wisdom on communication, mutual support, and finding joy in partnership. From their early ministry beginnings to their latest church plant, Wes and Sue open up about what it really means to be happy, who’s responsible for it, and how couples can stay connected and effective in both life and ministry.

In this encore episode of Pastor Pastor, we revisit episode 7 of season 1, where we examine the nature of true conversion and the perils of being deceived about our own salvation. Wes reflects on the early years of Christ Memorial Church and the surprising movement of God's Spirit in committed members who were professing faith. As their eyes were opened and their hearts truly transformed, the evidence of God's saving work became clear to those around them. Wes shares how this helped clarify in his own mind the fruit of true conversion, and gently guides us through how we, as shepherds, can support others in this journey.

This Summer Encore Series episode of "Pastor Pastor" dives deep into the heart of pastoral ministry as Wes answers the critical but often neglected question, "What does it mean to shepherd as a soul physician?" Listen as Wes and Rob explore how pastors can discern the spiritual health of those entrusted to their care without becoming 'soul police'. Their conversation will stretch your understanding of pastoral care and provide biblical tools to help diagnose your flock. It's a topic with eternal consequences for pastors and the souls they shepherd.