In Episode 7 of the Pastor Matt Approved Podcast, we’re taking you behind the scenes of our Honduras mission trip. Join us as the team shares funny moments, unforgettable experiences, and the incredible ways God worked throughout the week. Whether you went on the trip or simply want to hear stories of lives being impacted by the gospel, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

In Episode 6 of the Pastor Matt Approved Podcast, Matt sits down with Hopewell's new Student Pastor, Justin Eshenbaugh, for a fun and encouraging conversation about coming back home, stepping into ministry, and what God has been doing along the way. Along with plenty of laughs and stories, you'll get to know Justin's heart for students and hear what he's excited about as he begins this new chapter at Hopewell.

Episode 5 of the Pastor Matt Approved Podcast is finally here! This week, Pastor Matt is joined by his wife, Ashley Wilkinson, for a conversation filled with laughter, stories, and a few heartfelt moments along the way.

Together, they talk about life transitions, unexpected changes, ministry, marriage, and what it looks like to trust God through every season. You'll also get a behind-the-scenes look at their journey, hear some fun stories from over 30 years of knowing each other.

It's a little bit of random, a little bit of fun, and a whole lot of Jesus. Don't miss it!

Episode 4 of the Pastor Matt Approved Podcast is finally here—and it was worth the wait! Pastor Matt is joined by special guests Wyatt Morgan and Grace Uljua for a fun, unpredictable, and meaningful conversation.

In this episode, they tackle the important question: Do Taylor Swift lyrics sound like they could come from the book of Lamentations? 🤔 Along the way, they share plenty of laughs, recap the powerful moments from DNOW, and look ahead to what God has in store for Beach Camp 2026.

It’s a little bit of random, a little bit of fun, and a whole lot of Jesus—you don’t want to miss this one.

What happens to your faith after you graduate? In Episode 3, Pastor Matt is joined by Emma Jean Hampton and Allie Ware—two former Transit students now living out their faith beyond high school. Expect lots of laughs, Transit memories, and a real conversation about spiritual warfare and standing firm in your walk with Jesus.

In this Christmas-themed episode of the Pastor Matt Approved Podcast, Pastor Matt is joined by Kevin Yerkes and Mark Hampton to debate the greatest Christmas movie of all time, fire through rapid-fire holiday questions, and reflect on the impact of the 13-week Foundations study in Transit Students. As the conversation moves from fun to faith, they talk about turning down the noise of the season and keeping Jesus at the center of Christmas.

In the very first episode of the Pastor Matt Approved Podcast, Pastor Matt is joined by special guests Kevin Yerkes and Emma Jean Hampton to tackle one of life’s biggest holiday debates: Does canned cranberry sauce belong on the Thanksgiving table? 

It’s a hilarious mix of random fun, student polls, and honest faith conversations—all with a whole lot of Jesus. Tune in for laughs, surprises, and a sneak peek into what makes this podcast so “Pastor Matt Approved.”