In this episode of Engaging Truth, Pastor Trey Sansom sits down with Ben Gonzales, Mission Strategist for Area B of the Texas District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, for a deeply encouraging conversation about intimacy with God, the presence of Jesus, and the heart of Christian mission.

Ben shares how the entire story of Scripture points toward God’s desire to dwell with His people—from the Garden of Eden to the incarnation of Jesus Christ to the promise of Revelation. Together, Trey and Ben explore how mission flows out of relationship, why spiritual health begins with simply being with Jesus, and how followers of Christ can rediscover rest, silence, prayer, and communion with God in the middle of busy lives.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that Jesus came near to restore broken relationships and invite people back into the presence of the Father.