Wisdom for the Wilderness

Join Dr. Josh Hutchens, director of Gateway Seminary's Rocky Mountain Campus and pastor at Overland Church in Fort Collins, Colorado, as he explores spiritual faithfulness amid life's challenges and suffering. Through discussions on theological questions and inspiring stories, Wisdom for the Wilderness offers guidance and hope for navigating the complexities of faith in a broken world.
Wisdom for the Wilderness
June 17, 2025

Happy 1,700th Birthday, Nicene Creed!

Join Pastors Zack and Josh on this special episode of Wisdom for the Wilderness as they celebrate a monumental birthday: the 1700th anniversary of the adoption of the Nicene Creed! Dive into the fascinating history of this foundational document, exploring...
Wisdom for the Wilderness
June 10, 2025

What Is a Baptist? Distinctives, Autonomy, and Cooperation

In this listener-inspired episode of Wisdom for the Wilderness, Pastors Zack and Josh tackle a foundational but often misunderstood question: What is a Baptist? They walk through the core distinctives that define Baptist belief and practice—such as believer’s baptism, congregational governance, and local...
Wisdom for the Wilderness
June 3, 2025

Iron Sharpens Iron: A Partnership in Malawi

In this special episode of Wisdom for the Wilderness, Pastors Zack and Josh connect with Isaac Dzimbiri, the Malawi country ministry director for Gospel Life. Filming from Malawi, Zack joins Josh in Colorado to explore the profound and enduring partnership...
Wisdom for the Wilderness
May 27, 2025

Core Value: Serve

In this episode of Wisdom for the Wilderness, Pastors Zack and Josh dive into the third core value of Overland Church: Serve. As they explore what it means to live out a life of service, they emphasize the powerful truth that at...
Wisdom for the Wilderness
May 20, 2025

Short-Term Missions: Blessing or Burden?

Join Pastors Zack and Josh as they unpack the complex world of short-term missions. Are these trips truly beneficial, or can they sometimes do more harm than good? They delve into the potential pros and cons, exploring what makes a...
Wisdom for the Wilderness
May 13, 2025

Educating Our Kids: Choosing the Right Path

Pastors Zack and Josh dive into the often-complex decision of how to educate our children, exploring the landscape of public, charter, Christian schools, and homeschooling. They thoughtfully unpack the unique pros and cons of each option, moving beyond mere academics...
Wisdom for the Wilderness
May 6, 2025

Worship on God’s Terms: Why the Regulative Principle Matters

In this episode of Wisdom for the Wilderness, Pastors Zack and Josh tackle a topic that strikes at the core of Christian worship: Who decides how we worship God? Drawing a clear contrast between the regulative principle—which teaches that only what God commands...
Wisdom for the Wilderness
April 29, 2025

Understanding Bible Translations

In this episode of Wisdom for the Wilderness, Pastors Zack and Josh sit down with College Pastor Brandon Dupre for a rich conversation about Bible translation—how it works, why it matters, and what it means for everyday readers of Scripture. They...
Wisdom for the Wilderness
April 22, 2025

Render unto God: Stewarding Our Finances for the Kingdom

In this powerful episode of Wisdom for the Wilderness, Pastors Josh and Zack are joined by special guest Pastor Brandon Dupre for a deep dive into biblical stewardship. What does it really mean to render to God what is God's? And how do we...
Wisdom for the Wilderness
April 15, 2025

Special Edition on Colorado HB 25-1312 and HB 25-1309

In this special edition episode of Wisdom for the Wilderness, Pastors Zack and Josh address the threat of two bills currently in the Colorado State Senate. HB 25-1312 threatens the custody of parents who do not affirm the transgender identity...