Everyday Reformation

The Gospel at 12,500 Feet: Joe Barnes Updates from Peru

In this special episode of Everyday Reformation, we reconnect with Pastor Joe Barnes, a missionary laboring in the high-altitude region of Puno, Peru. Sent by Grace Community Church in Jackson, Mississippi, and supported by our own congregation, Joe offers a heartfelt and detailed update on the work of the gospel in a region marked by deep cultural challenges, physical hardship, and spiritual hunger.
From planting a local church that’s growing in biblical fellowship and hospitality, to witnessing a quiet revival of homeschooling and family discipleship, Joe testifies to the fruit borne from faithfully preaching the Word, living among the people, and trusting in the promises of God. You'll hear about the everyday struggles of missionary life—gout, spiritual warfare, and the slow work of leadership development—as well as beautiful stories of transformation: fathers stepping into headship, mothers embracing biblical womanhood, and a family launching a bakery in faith, only to see God's providential blessing.
We also unpack the vital role of sending and supporting churches, the biblical vision of missionary accountability as modeled in Acts, and Joe's growing efforts to disciple and connect with other pastors throughout Peru who are hungry for sound doctrine and reformational church life.
Join Brandon Scroggins and Nick Carter as they explore what it means for the Great Commission to be owned and exercised by local churches, even across continents. This is global missions—covenantal, doctrinal, relational, and Christ-exalting.
🎧 Tune in now to hear how reformation is taking root in the Andes—and how you and your church can be part of God’s work among the nations.

Grace-Filled Homes and the Women Who Build Them

In this special Mother’s Day episode of Everyday Reformation, we open the Scriptures to recover a high view of motherhood in a culture that increasingly devalues it. Nick and Pastor Brandon walk through Proverbs 31, Titus 2, and Psalm 127 to highlight the beauty and purpose of biblical motherhood—not as a lifestyle option, but as a vital expression of God’s good design for women. Whether you're in the season of raising children, longing for motherhood, or mentoring younger women, this episode offers clarity, comfort, and a call to faithfulness rooted in God’s Word and nurtured in the life of the local church.

From Mississippi to the Mountains: The Missionary Journey of Joe Barnes

In this special episode of Everyday Reformation, Pastor Brandon Scroggins and Nick Carter welcome a beloved brother, missionary, and friend of Reformation Baptist Church—Joe Barnes. From his Mississippi roots and early spiritual wrestling to his life-transforming encounter with Christ, Joe shares the full arc of his journey to the mission field of Puno, Peru. Together, we explore the beauty and burden of planting a confessional Reformed Baptist church among indigenous and Catholic syncretistic cultures. With humility and clarity, Joe shares how God sovereignly used loss, discipleship, marriage, and pastoral mentorship to shape a calling rooted in the Great Commission. Tune in to hear how the Gospel is bearing fruit at the ends of the earth.

Building a Godly Home: Lessons from William Gouge on Biblical Parenting

In this episode of Everyday Reformation, Pastor Brandon and Nick Carter reflect on a powerful six-week men's study through Volume 3 of Building a Godly Home—a modernized take on William Gouge’s classic Domestical Duties. Drawing wisdom from the Puritans, they explore the vital roles of fathers, mothers, and children within the household, emphasizing biblically faithful parenting in a culture gone astray. From the dangers of gentle parenting to the blessings of consistent, loving discipline, they unpack practical truths for raising godly children and honoring parents at every life stage. Whether you're raising toddlers or mentoring grown children, this conversation offers heartfelt encouragement and gospel hope for your household.

Crucified, Risen, Reigning: Applying Holy Week to Daily Reformation

Resurrection Sunday is not just a moment—it's the climax of a journey that begins with a humble donkey and ends in an empty tomb. In this episode of Everyday Reformation, Nick Carter and Pastor Brandon Scroggins walk through the entire Holy Week—from Palm Sunday’s humility to Good Friday’s sacrifice to Resurrection Sunday’s victory—unpacking its meaning for the family, the church, and the public square. How can Christ’s humility reshape fatherhood? What does servant leadership really mean in the church? And why does the resurrection empower us to live with joy, hope, and boldness in every sphere of life? Join us as we reclaim the fullness of the gospel and rediscover how to live in light of the risen King—not just one day a year, but every day.

Abraham Lincoln: Hero or Tyrant? What You Weren’t Taught About the Civil War (Part 2)

In Part 2 of our provocative conversation, Pastor Brandon Scroggins and Nick Carter, sit back down with Pastor John Huffman to continue pulling back the curtain on Abraham Lincoln, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. We go beyond what the textbooks told us, challenging the myths and confronting the real impact of Lincoln’s presidency—not just on history, but on our lives as Christians seeking to live faithfully in our time.
We unpack the federal overreach that followed the war, the true effects of the Emancipation Proclamation, and how narratives—both biblical and political—shape generations. What does it look like to raise families, lead churches, and engage civil life with gospel clarity? And what does it mean to pursue liberty not as license, but under God’s law?
This episode isn’t just about the past—it’s about how we disciple our families today, reclaim biblical narratives, and apply truth in a culture gripped by confusion.
⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome Back: Why This Conversation Matters00:50 – Localism, Liberty, and the Echoes of Centralized Power02:15 – The Ancient Temptation to Accumulate Power03:34 – Defining “Regulated Liberty” Biblically04:06 – Did the Emancipation Proclamation Actually Free Anyone?05:37 – The Real Agenda of Reconstruction07:32 – Reframing Slavery: Scripture vs. Cultural Narrative09:24 – Slavery in the Bible and the Transforming Power of the Gospel12:00 – Uncle Tom’s Cabin, Cultural Marxism, and False Villainy13:54 – Life After Emancipation: What Really Happened?16:15 – What “Reconstruction” Really Meant for the South18:35 – Federalism Then vs. Now19:49 – Rethinking Lincoln: Legacy, Influence, and Humility22:39 – How Lincoln Reshaped the American Presidency25:15 – Lee, Jackson, and the Vision for Post-War Rebuilding27:09 – Why This Isn’t Just a History Lesson—It’s a Discipleship Issue28:02 – Engaging Local Government as Salt and Light30:03 – Real Victory: Passing on a Biblical Vision32:40 – Recommended Books, Films, and Further Study35:31 – Final Reflections: Building What’s Good, True, and Beautiful
🔗 Resources Mentioned:
Lincoln Unmasked & The Real Lincoln by Thomas DiLorenzo
Lincoln’s Quest for Empire (Documentary by the Seppi Family)
A Defense of Virginia and the South by R.L. Dabney

Abraham Lincoln: Hero or Tyrant? What You Weren’t Taught About the Civil War (Part 1)

Was Abraham Lincoln really the hero history books claim he was? In this episode of Everyday Reformation, Nick and Brandon sit down with Pastor John Huffman to peel back the layers of the Civil War and Lincoln’s presidency—exploring what most of us were never taught in school.
We talk about the real motivations behind the war, the myths surrounding Lincoln, the role of religion in the North and South, and how Lincoln's actions reshaped the presidency and federal power. Was the Civil War really about slavery? What did Lincoln actually believe? And why does it matter for Christians today?
This is Part 1 of a two-part series that will challenge your understanding of American history and push you to think biblically about government, truth, and legacy.

The Hidden Cost of Unforgiveness: Spiritual, Physical, and Relational Consequences

In this raw and rich episode of Everyday Reformation, Nick and Pastor Brandon expose the silent toll unforgiveness takes on our souls, bodies, and churches. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 2 and pastoral experience, they tackle myths like “forgive and forget,” explain what true repentance looks like, and unpack how bitterness quietly poisons families and communities. Forgiveness is more than a feeling—it's an act of obedience rooted in the gospel.