You don’t need a program.
You need a friend.
I create Bible studies designed for friends to follow Jesus together.
The Problem
Have you ever participated in a small group that felt like strangers performing community?
We watched videos, answered questions, said “great point,” and drove home unchanged.
It wasn’t bad. It just didn’t matter.
What Actually Works
After twenty years in ministry and earning a doctorate to study how God forms disciples, I found the answer hiding in plain sight: Jesus invited people to become his friends.
Then, through friendship with him, they became friends with each other.
Information rarely changes us. Friendship does.
Gather is our free email course. It explains how to get started.
What We Offer
Friends Following Jesus
Get a short Bible study you can text to a friend. No prep required. Every one is designed to strengthen friendships and faith.
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The Uncommon Pursuit Community
Got a question about following Jesus? Ask it here. Your questions help us create the next study.
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About Carson
I’ve spent twenty years in full-time ministry, asking God to help me understand how we become mature disciples. After earning a D.Min. from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, the answer became clear: it’s friendship.
I created Uncommon Pursuit to give friends the tools to follow Jesus together. No celebrity pastors. Just studies that help you and a friend take one step closer to Jesus.
I live in Atlanta with my wife and kids.
For Churches
Want to build a culture of friends following Jesus? I offer group discounts, training, and implementation support.
Want the full picture first? See the presentation for pastors.