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.