Real repentance, quiet obedience, and new identity collide as John the Baptist prepares the way, Jesus turns water into wine, and Simon is renamed Peter. This episode of Pursuing Jesus – Memorial Baptist explores how Jesus changes not just what we do—but who we are.

Angels announce God’s glory, Simeon waits faithfully for the promise fulfilled, and Jesus models obedience in quiet submission. In this episode of Pursuing Jesus – Memorial Baptist, we reflect on how God’s glory appears not only in the heavens, but in patient waiting and faithful lives.

Before Jesus preaches, performs miracles, or calls disciples, the Gospel is already unfolding. In this first official episode, we explore the opening chapters of Matthew, Luke, Mark, and John, tracing genealogies, angelic announcements, and quiet acts of obedience. These often-overlooked passages reveal God at work long before the public ministry begins. Far from background material, they show a Gospel already in motion—rooted in history, carried through real people, and marked by grace. This is the Gospel before the Gospel.

In this introductory episode of Pursuing Jesus, Pastors Jon Ferguson, Sean Griffin, and Ben Smith to share the vision behind this podcast and how it supports our yearlong journey through Scripture as a church family. You’ll hear why this Pursuing Jesus exists, how it connects to our Bible reading plan, and learn about a Scripture interpretation tool designed to help readers engage God’s Word more deeply. Episode Zero is an invitation into ongoing conversations meant to encourage thoughtful questions, faithful study, and a growing pursuit of Jesus together.