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Under the Hood with Pastor Joe and Kirsten is a podcast about faith, family, and ministry. NewLifeNWA.com/UndertheHood

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• In the captivating Season 4 finale of the Under the Hood podcast, Pastor Joe & Kirsten sit down with Josh and Sara Johnson, an inspiring couple called to an unexpected ministry as marriage missionaries in Northwest Arkansas. Seventeen years into th... more

• • • Buckle up as Pastor Joe and Kirsten "pop the hood" on an episode packed with milestones, memories, and deep reflections. After marveling at the impressive efficiency of Bentonville High School’s recent graduation, the duo takes a hilarious trip... more

• • In today's episode, we’re popping the hood on life’s biggest transitions and celebrations! We kick things off by putting our very own UTH producer, Abbey, in the hot seat as Pastor Joe and Kirsten grill her on the highs and lows of her five-year ... more

We’re kicking things off with a dose of heart-warming nostalgia as Pastor Joe shares a special moment with his son, Brock—even if it does lead to one of those classic stories Kirsten has heard once or twice before! From there, Pastor Joe and Kirsten ... more

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Josh Johnson
Real estate professional turned marriage missionary; co-host of the episode
Family Life (marriage ministry); former real estate agent in Arkansas
Episode: Ep. 123 | Marriage Missionaries: Josh & Sara Johnson
Sara Johnson
Co-creator of marriage ministry efforts; partner in transitioning to full-time ministry
Family Life (marriage ministry)
Episode: Ep. 123 | Marriage Missionaries: Josh & Sara Johnson
Pastor Elisha
Pastor, Grace Ministries, India
Grace Ministries
Episode: Ep. 103 | GO Partner Pastor Elisha with Grace Ministries (Part 1)
Hannah Tynes
A missionary serving in Zambia who felt called to the mission field at a young age.
Overland Missions
Episode: Ep. 100 | GO Partner Hannah Tynes with Overland Missions (Part 1)
Matt Rule
Representative from Crossover Global and church planting advocate
Crossover Global
Episode: Ep. 98 | GO Partner Matt Rule with Crossover Global (Part 1)
Jon Moore
Worship pastor at NewLife
NewLifeNWA
Episode: Ep. 91 | TESTIMONY - Jon & Monica Moore
Monica Moore
Wife of Jon Moore
NewLifeNWA
Episode: Ep. 91 | TESTIMONY - Jon & Monica Moore
Sonny Johnson
GO Pastor who shares his transformative faith journey.
NewLife NWA
Episode: Ep. 81 | NewLife’s GO Pastor, Sonny Johnson (Part 1)
Robert Banes
A veteran with a story of transformation and healing through faith.
Episode: Ep. 78 | TESTIMONY – Robert & Jennifer Banes (Part 1)

Hosts

Pastor Joe Williams
Host and ministry leader with deep ties to New Life Christian Church/NWA; leads conversations and segments.
Kirsten Williams
Co-host facilitating questions and dialogue; engages stories and reflective moments.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Love these two!

    They are so authentic and beautiful! I love listening to Pastor Joe and Kirsten! Hope this podcast goes on for awhile! ❤️❤️

    FYI- If you think this is phenomenal, come listen to Pastor Joe live. God has blessed him with an amazing gift of preaching and explaining the words in terms we can all understand! Keep it coming ☮️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gdbjhf
    United States2 years ago
  • Death

    They turned the sad death of a 17 year old young man into something good. They said that he would rather be in Heaven rather than Earth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    poopy head farts mommy stff
    United States2 years ago
  • Keeping it real

    Pastor Joe and Kirsten are amazing at keeping it real with their congregation. Not only do they offer sound biblical teaching and apply it to every day life, they are genuine and completely relatable. I enjoy laughing and learning with them in every episode of Under The Hood.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NicciJR
    United States3 years ago
  • Point me to jesus

    Im so thankful for them. They always point me to Jesus

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erica in AR
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Couple

    I am so honored to not only get to sit under Pastor Joe’s teaching but also serve along side them at NLCC. Looking forward t more of these.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blewzman
    United States4 years ago

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The conversations emphasize hope, family, and ministry impact.
Guests and topics feel mission-driven and community-focused.
Content helps listeners connect spiritual teachings to everyday living.
Hosts come across as authentic and relatable, blending faith with practical life.

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Ep. 103 | GO Partner Pastor Elisha with Grace Ministries (Part 1)
Q: What does arranged marriage look like in your culture and how did you and your wife meet?
Elisha describes an arranged marriage setup where families meet and decide, with an initial formal meeting and engagement before a quick marriage, highlighting the cultural difference from dating and the strong emphasis on family consent and faith alignment.
Ep. 103 | GO Partner Pastor Elisha with Grace Ministries (Part 1)
Q: Tell us a little bit about you and how you started in ministry.
Pastor Elisha explains that after a period of working in secular jobs to support his family, God spoke to him at night, calling him to full-time ministry, and from there he started by serving in the church and eventually distribution of tracks and Bibles, leading to his current role with Grace Ministries.
Ep. 104 | GO Partner Pastor Elisha with Grace Ministries (Part 2)
Q: How often do you preach, given the breadth of ministry?
Pastor Elisha shares that he preaches daily, with his wife deeply involved in full-time ministry, delivering gospel meetings, special programs, and community outreach almost around the clock.
Ep. 104 | GO Partner Pastor Elisha with Grace Ministries (Part 2)
Q: How did Grace Ministries come about?
Pastor Elisha explains that Grace Ministries began in 2002 as a family-led church project, initiated by his father's testimony and a desire to reach their community, gradually expanding to multiple branch churches and social programs.
Ep. 101 | GO Partner Hannah Tynes with Overland Missions (Part 2)
Q: What would you say to the 15-year-old or 16-year-old that's listening to this?
Don't take it lightly. Don't think that it's something too big for you. Find like-minded people and don't go alone.

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This program centers faith, family, and ministry through candid storytelling, practical faith talks, and leadership insights from church leaders and ministry partners. Episodes frequently feature personal journeys in ministry, cross-cultural outreach, and everyday life moments that illustrate applying faith to work, family, and community. Notable throughlines include marriage ministry, Go Partner collaborations, and hands-on church leadership guidance, making it useful for listeners seeking actionable faith-based strategies, partnership opportunities, or inspiration from real-life ministerial experiences.

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4. Hannah Tynes
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