Ever wonder what it’s like to be a pastor behind the scenes? On this episode of Faith Ponderings, titled 'Why Pastors Need Friends Too: Ministry and Connection,' I’m joined in the studio by my friend and fellow pastor, Alex Norton. We’re diving into a raw, live video chat about friendship, loneliness, and the real struggles of ministry. From the weight of leadership to the joy of authentic connection, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Tune in for heartfelt stories and insights that’ll make you rethink what it means to walk alongside others. Join us on Faith Ponderings!

Look for Pastor Alex's book on Amazon entitled "Until They're Home"

In this episode, Pastor Scott explores the topic of evil in our world. Buckle up and prepare to jump into this challenging conversation and hopefully we'll expand our horizons. This is part 1 of 'Evil'. Stay tuned for a part 2 coming soon.

Join Pastor Scott in this uplifting episode of Faith Ponderings as he dives into what it means to be Easter people—those who live like the tomb is empty and love always wins. Drawing from Matthew 28:16-20, Scott explores Jesus’ authority, the call to make disciples, and the promise of His constant presence, all with his signature warmth and curiosity.

With soul-stirring questions and practical challenges, this episode invites you to embrace a resurrection life in a messy, beautiful world.

Perfect for anyone seeking hope, connection, and a faith that dares to show up.

Grab a coffee and ponder with us!

In this special Good Friday episode of Faith Ponderings, Pastor Scott dives into ‘The Great Unraveling’—a raw, unflinching look at the day everything fell apart. Betrayal, suffering, and a cross that silenced the hope of a movement. Where was God in the darkness? Why didn’t the hero save the day? Join us as we wrestle with the unsettling weight of Good Friday, peeling back the layers of loss to uncover a love that dares to meet us in the mess. It’s not the end, but a brutal, necessary turning point—tune in to ponder the cost, the silence, and the faint whisper of what’s to come.

In this episode of Faith Ponderings, Pastor Scott unpacks a meal like no other: the Last Supper. It’s Passover, a night thick with history and hope, and Jesus does the unexpected—he kneels to wash dusty feet, breaks bread, and pours wine, weaving a story of humility, sacrifice, and radical love. From the awkward protests of Peter to the quiet power of a shared table, we’ll explore how this unfolding moment flips the script on greatness and invites us into a way of being that still echoes today. Join us for ‘The Unfolding Meal: Feet, Bread, and the Great Yes’—a reflection on finding the sacred in the ordinary.

In this episode of Faith Ponderings, Pastor Scott takes us under the broom tree with Elijah—the prophet who called down fire, outran chariots, and then… took a nap. Burnt out and broken after his epic showdown with Baal’s prophets, Elijah’s story hits close to home for anyone in ministry pouring themselves empty. From a divine snack to a second snooze, discover how rest, bread, and a gentle nudge from an angel carried him to God’s mountain. Join us for ‘Nap Like a Prophet: Elijah, Burnout, and the Holy Art of Rest’—a tender, urgent look at thriving, not just surviving, through the sacred rhythm of rest.

Is it karma or consequence? Galatians 6:7 tosses us into the field where all of our choices are seeds and are about to sprout. Will they be for good or evil? Will we harvest a crop of resentment and bitterness or joy and love? Pastor Scott steps into the fray of this question today. Join him and tackle this topic of accountability and life! Subscribe to this podcast if you haven't already and share it with your friends!

In this episode of Faith Ponderings (and Easter week), we dive into Matthew 26:36-46, the raw and human moment of Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane. Wrestling with sorrow and fear, Jesus faces the weight of what's coming, yet surrenders to trust. Pastor Scott unpacks what this story means for us - how it's okay to feel overwhelmed, why community matters (even when it's a dumpster fire), and how surrender can lead to new life. Join us for a reflective journey into the place where everything breaks open.

In this Easter week episode of Faith Ponderings, Pastor Scott dives into the heart of resurrection with warmth and wonder. What does it mean to stand at an empty tomb? Is Easter just a story from long ago, or an invitation to find life breaking through in our own lives today? With vivid storytelling and big questions, Scott explores hope rising in the mess, daring us to run from the tomb and live the resurrection. Join us for a soul-stirring reflection that's as practical as it is poetic.

In this episode of Faith Ponderings, Pastor Scott unpacks Ephesians 4:32—'Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.' What sounds like a simple call to kindness reveals itself as a gritty, radical challenge. From the toughness of compassion to the fierce act of forgiveness, Scott digs into how this verse dares us to live differently. It’s not about weakness—it’s about breaking chains and scattering grace, one baby step at a time. Join us for a raw, real look at what it means to live like we’re forgiven.