# When the Brook Dries Up - S22E1

An episode of [Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1559984586), 21 Jul 2025, 1 h 00 min.

Audio: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/bnc46yusv9bzbgym/Deepen_S22_Ep1_Elijah_wk1_f1.mp3

Ever felt spiritually stuck or dry—even when you're doing all the right things? This episode will challenge and comfort you. In a culture chasing comfort, what if God uses discomfort to develop you? In this season opener of Deepen, Pastor Joby Martin and the team unpack Elijah’s hidden preparation and what happens when the brook dries up. Whether you're leading a family, a ministry, or just trying to follow Jesus faithfully in a chaotic world—this conversation will strengthen your resolve to keep showing up, even when it’s dry. If you’ve ever felt far from God, confused by your season, or tired of waiting—this one’s for you. 📣 Episode Mentions: • Scripture Passage: 1 Kings 17:1-7 📌 Supplemental Resources From This Week: • When God Closes the Door - Justin's Story • Running on Empty - Elijah: Wk 1 • Elijah Sermon Series About The Church of Eleven22 The Church of Eleven22® is a movement for all people to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ. Eleven22 is led by Pastor Joby Martin and based in Jacksonville, Florida, with multiple campuses throughout Jacksonville and the surrounding areas. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: http://coe22.com/donate

## Chapters

- 0:00 Welcome & Podcast Intro
- 0:48 Do Pastors Experience Dry Seasons Too?
- 3:46 When Crisis Reveals What You Really Trust
- 8:50 Feeling Far from God? Here’s the Truth
- 13:44 Why Are You Following God? Check Your Motivation
- 17:35 How a Nation Drifts from God: Solomon to Ahab
- 21:01 Calling Out Compromise: What Happens When the Church Folds
- 24:12 Courageous Obedience: When Doing Right Costs You
- 29:18 Comfort Is the Enemy of Calling
- 32:48 Why We’ll Never Have an Attendance Meeting
- 37:55 Stand Your Ground: Bold Truth & Spiritual Discernment
- 43:30 Embracing Obscurity: The Hidden Place God Shapes You
- 49:50 Strengthened for the Fight: Trust, Focus & Obedience
- 54:08 Discomfort to Purpose: Stop Navel-Gazing, Start Following Jesus
- 58:27 Closing Prayer

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