Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin: Saturated x Deepen with Pastor Jon Tyson

Episode Date: September 12, 2025

Episode Overview

In this dynamic episode of Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin, Pastor Joby sits down with renowned guest Pastor Jon Tyson during the "Saturated" event. The conversation explores themes from Jon Tyson’s sermon, focusing on the evidence of God’s hand on a church, living with a sense of mission in all aspects of life, spiritual parenting, sacrificial generosity, and cultivating faithfulness in the ordinary. The discussion is both practical and profound, addressing leaders, everyday believers, and those feeling overlooked, all in the vibrant context of Church of Eleven22’s ongoing revival atmosphere.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. “The Hand of God on a Movement”

• Describing the Atmosphere ([00:17–02:48])
  • The panel marvels at the palpable presence of God during Saturated: "Who says big churches don't sing? ...Everyone's singing louder than the PA." (Pastor Joby, 00:30–00:44)
  • Jon Tyson discusses the evidence of God’s hand—distinct behaviors, sincere worship, repentance, and healing within the church.
  • Quote: “The places that are preaching the gospel, lifting up Jesus, high view of scripture, confessing and repenting… you see the spirit of God pouring himself out in a way we haven’t seen in decades.” (Jon Tyson, 02:06)

2. Signs of Spiritual Revival & Cultural Identity

• Christians develop a new cultural identity:
  • “Part of the thing with Christians being called Christians for the first time in Antioch is... it was a derisive term.” ([03:36])
  • In a post-Christian society, believers are given “permission to live out their faith openly.”
• Living on Mission:
  • “If you can make your work your worship... you’re deploying 20,000 people on mission, day in, day out, into the city—that’s how the city will change.” (Jon Tyson, 04:47)

3. Destiny Release & Spiritual Parenting ([05:44–10:55])

• Jon shares his journey: transitioning from non-Christian behaviors, to integrating faith into daily work.
• The concept of “super bloom” – seasons where God’s hidden seeds blossom through adversity.
• The power of speaking life into the next generation:
  • “We have an enemy... every time God wants to do a major move, the devil tries to wipe out a generation.” (Pastor Joby, 07:28)
  • Spiritual parenting as outlined by Paul—encourage, comfort, and urge others to live worthy of their calling.
  • Quote: “If you only comfort, you're going to produce weak people. If you only urge, you'll put too much pressure... get those things together, that’s what he calls spiritual parenting.” (Jon Tyson, 10:43)

4. Men, Friendship, and Community ([10:55–13:45])

• The “foxhole brother” or “3am friend” concept:
  • “If your life is falling apart at 3:00 am and you don’t have anyone you could call to get you to the next hour, you’re behind.” (Kyle, 11:57)
  • Genuine male friendships are about shared vulnerability and accountability—men who “deputize” each other to call out and help correct and encourage.

5. The Instinct and Joy of Generosity ([13:13–17:25])

• Generosity as a spiritual instinct:
  • “What happens when the gospel hits your heart is you’re set free from self concern...” (Jon Tyson, 14:07)
  • Generosity flows not from abundance, but from freedom, trust, and the gospel working in one’s heart.
  • Powerful testimony: The liberation and joy found in radical financial giving; “I just wish the whole world could understand how freeing and liberating it was... The most joy-filled thing I’ve ever done was sell my house and give the money for the church’s building program.” (Friend of Jon Tyson, 15:27)
• Memorable quote: “Money flows effortlessly to that which is its God and what you worship. Money will flow there.” (Jon Tyson, 16:54)

6. Living on Mission: Ordinary Work, Eternal Purpose ([17:25–26:55])

• Spiritual calling isn’t just for vocational ministers. The host and guests emphasize the sacredness of “ordinary” work:
  • “If you're not on mission where you are, why do you think you'll be on mission somewhere later?” (Jon Tyson, 22:29)
  • The importance of faithfulness in today’s season—the value of “the 20 mile march” (everyday consistency).
  • The church as a “huddle”: “Church is the huddle, man. Games out there. Love the huddle. The goal is not to grow the huddle. The goal is to win the game.” (Jon Tyson, 26:42)

7. Calling, Faithfulness, and Patience in Unknown Seasons ([26:55–32:09])

• Young leaders want to “change the world”—the call is to be faithful where you are, even in obscurity.
  • “If you’re trying to step over what God has trusted you with right now, why in the world do you think God would trust you with more?” (Pastor Joby, 28:16)
  • The difference between tutors (competing) and fathers (raising up others): “If you become a father and stop being a tutor, insecurity will leave your life.” (Jon Tyson, 33:21)
• The necessity of humble pie:
  • “I can tell you right now you don't have the character at 25 for the kind of influence you want. ...You will tear down with your life what you build with the pulpit if God doesn't get that stuff out of you.” (Jon Tyson, 28:46–29:57)

8. Living for the "Well Done": Eternal Perspective and Motivations ([34:10–37:32])

• Spiritual discipline comes from a hunger for God, not legalism: “Diligence is rejected as legalism. This is not legalism. This is hunger. This is vision. This is a reward that is promised to me.” (Jon Tyson, 36:31)
• Prepare for eternity now.
  • “All you get is this season to glorify God today... I'm building into my relationship with God, period. I'm going to live forever... so that's what I'm being prepared for.” (Jon Tyson, 35:09)

9. Legacy and Unseen Impact ([37:32–39:32])

• Stories of generational faithfulness—how a “small” church’s investment led to unimagined fruit.
• Quote: “A high school football coach led me to Christ and died before I planted this church. ...Bro, this is fruit on his tree, man.” (Pastor Joby, 37:43)
• We won’t know the full impact on earth; it will be revealed in eternity.

10. Encouragement for the Overlooked ([39:32–42:16])

• How to endure “the butcher shop” season and obnoxious coworkers:
  • “Zoom out, look into your future, know [God’s] been good in your past... Don’t miss the lessons in the pain, because this will pass.” (Jon Tyson, 41:00)
  • Even mundane work is preparation for God’s next assignment.

11. Bonus: The Best Steak

• In lighter closing banter, Jon Tyson weighs in: “[The best cut is the] bun and rib off. Of course it is.” (Jon Tyson, 42:19)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Revival: “You gave people permission... Tell people you love Jesus and then show up every day.” (Kyle, 04:12)
• On Mission in Work: “If people view themselves as sent... there’s nothing that can stop that.” (Jon Tyson, 04:47)
• On Spiritual Parenting: "Encourage, comfort, urge... get those things together, that’s what he calls spiritual parenting." (Jon Tyson, 10:43)
• On True Generosity: “What happens when the Gospel hits your heart is you’re set free from self concern." (Jon Tyson, 14:07)
• On Faithfulness: "If you’re not on mission where you are, why do you think you’ll be on mission somewhere later?” (Jon Tyson, 22:29)
• On Influence: "God has no desire to elevate people with idols in their hearts who will dishonor him in ministry. And you will tear down with your life what you build with the pulpit if God doesn't get that stuff out of you." (Jon Tyson, 29:57)
• On Humility & Preparation: "You wanted Me in the butcher shop. I will honor the next season of your life." (Jon Tyson recounting God’s words, 23:28)
• On Kingdom Impact: "You have no idea the part that you’re playing in God’s redemptive narrative." (Pastor Joby, 37:32)
• On Endurance: "Don’t miss the lessons in the pain, because this will pass." (Jon Tyson, 41:00)
• On Eternal Perspective: “I think the most important thing is you’ve got to love God for Himself and separate that from outcomes.” (Jon Tyson, 35:09)
• On Competitiveness in Ministry: “If you become a father and stop being a tutor, insecurity will leave your life.” (Jon Tyson, 33:21)

Key Timestamps

• 00:17–02:48 — Describing the sense of revival at Saturated, signs of God’s presence.
• 04:12–05:44 — Cultural identity, being "on mission" in daily life.
• 07:28–10:55 — Spiritual parenting, encouragement, and the impact of words on the next generation.
• 10:55–13:45 — True biblical friendship and accountability among men.
• 13:13–17:25 — Generosity as spiritual instinct and freedom, testimony of liberating giving.
• 22:29–26:55 — Ordinary work as sacred mission, daily consistency.
• 26:55–32:09 — Calling, patience, the dangers of seeking influence too quickly.
• 33:21–34:10 — Pastoring with a "father heart" rather than a competitive "tutor."
• 35:09–37:32 — Eternal perspective, preparation for heaven, discipline motivated by promise.
• 37:32–39:32 — Legacy, unseen fruit of faithfulness, impact across generations.
• 41:00 — Encouragement to the struggling and overlooked.

Tone & Atmosphere

Conversational, raw, and deeply pastoral—heavy on practical wisdom and spiritual encouragement. The underlying current is hope, humility, and expectancy for God’s movement, with both Joby and Jon’s personalities shining through in candid stories, laughter, and transparent reflections.

For anyone seeking to understand the heart behind mission, disciple-making, spiritual revival, everyday faithfulness, and Christian community, this episode delivers both inspiration and practical takeaways, rooted in real experience and eternal perspective.