Intersections Podcast

We live in a world so full of pain, rage, and self-interest that even the purest acts of kindness are often met with suspicion and hostility. That we may even question -- where in the world was God? How could He let this go down? Have you ever found yourself in a similar situation? We need to remember that when we are fighting for what is fair, God is fighting for our good - always! When we live f...

Lives were changed because of good preaching. But, here in part 3 of Witness, we are reminded that life change also happens because of good action. We need both! When we bear witness to His love lives are changed. 

What do you do when you blow it big, little, or any degree in between? Here is the good news! God can do for us what is impossible for us to do on our own. God can forgive our sins. Not only can he forgive you, He wants to forgive you. Find out on this episode how God can restore our brokenness.

You may not be the most eloquent, intellectual, or talented person at the table, but your gospel words can change the heart of an unbeliever because the Spirit is at work. Will you be his witness?

Do not wait until you have more to give; We must give to get more . Our mindset should be one of abundance. Why? Because our “God is able” and "God is powerful"! Make a decision today to live an extraordinarily generous life. 2 Corinthians 9:6 says “Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously.” 

When God calls this year and He will call. Decide right now that when He does that you will go all in! 2021 will be one of the best ever if we will decide to answer God’s call on our lives. 

How can we create a new pattern neural pathway in our mind? This effort to be honest may take a lot of time and effort. I think a huge amount of commitment and discipline are necessary to stay on the path. Sure is hard -- but is it worth it? I guarantee it! It's time to RE-WIRE - let's learn about the specific ways that will help us get to that goal this year. 

A story of faith made in the streets of Compton, CA with Robert Crockerham. Learn how Martin Luther King, Jr. influenced him and shaped him to be a man of faith with a vision and a dream.

This year one of the things that this message is encouraging us is to do is " stop living in the past ." Shon gives us step by step guide to help us move forward with intention and determination, which will lead to a markedly improved state of well-being.  Remember that God knows the full extent of your hurt, honors that pain, and promises to heal you from it. Please memorize this verse with...

We all want 2021 to be the best year ever right? Most especially after the year we just had. But how can we even do that? How do we start?! In this brand new series, it is made to help us answer exactly those questions. The focus of this series is on beliefs and key decisions that will make this year the very best. Please join us for part 1 of the Best Year Ever titled "Who Will You Trust?"

We all have stories from our past that have shaped who we are today. We are all products of the past. But should we be prisoners of it? In today's message, we'll find out what Jesus' past looks like -- what kind of influence he had growing up and how this shaped him to be the man who saves us all. Join us in the last episode of Christmas Villages part 4 " A Place To Grow."

The great promise of scripture is that if you seek God you will find him. It might require making a few course corrections along the way, but God desires to be found. The question is what will we do with God and His truth when we do find him?

Take a tour of the little town of Bethlehem.  Where the most important birth in the history of the world takes place. The birth of the Messiah -- the Savior of the world. We will discover how God's plans work and how his ways may not always be aligned with ours because he is far more advanced than we can ever imagine. Find out more here in episode 2 -- The Place We Need To Be.

Let's unfold the story to the places and events that led up to the birth of our Savior and King! The first stop will be at Hebron. The place where Mary learned the Truth! That "nothing is impossible for God."  The truth that she is birthing the Messiah. May this story reminds us that God can birth new things in our life even in the middle of chaos, uncertainty, and doubt. God still does the i...

This is an incredible story of redemption and love. But as Shon will share, bearing witness to this kind of love is hard to watch for us justice seekers. Sometimes we get bent out of shape when God doesn't serve up the healthy dose of justice we'd expect. God desperately wants us to know his heart. God wants to share his heart with us. -- that is the heart of God!

God is not one to give up on people (no matter how far they run from him or how far they go off the rails). It is His nature is to give people another chance. This is truly who God is: He is the God of second chances. When God calls will you answer the phone? 

What do you do when you feel like you are imprisoned with no hope of release? Like you have sunk too low, that you doubt if you can ever rise again? In this episode, Jonah cried out for help -- Jonah 2:2,7, “In my distress, I called to the Lord, and he answered me. From deep in the realm of the dead I called for help, and you listened to my cry. (7) When my life was ebbing away, I remembered you,...

Has God placed a call on your life that you have been trying to silence? If so, what is it? What are you going to do with that call? Keep running? Stay busy so you don't have to think about it? Or are you going to pay attention and respond? In The Pursuit, Episode 1, Shon Smith shares the powerful story of Jonah, a man who runs away from his calling. You may find yourself in this man's shoes. Toge...

Love in Action! We are called to live differently. We must accept all people - and we must accept them for who they are, not who we want them to be. Are you willing to go out of your comfort zone to love on others despite your differences? God is challenging us to do that! Join Shon as he talks about God's love in action.

Can you undo the past? Do you have regrets and missed opportunities? This part 6 episode talks about just that and guess what? There is good news for you and me! Let's find out!

“Things are worse today than they have ever been.” Most every generation has made that claim. Do you think its overreaction or 100% true? Shon talks about Godliness and how valuable it is to make an appointment with God especially at this time and age when we get so occupied with life and all the distractions around us. He will also be sharing some practical encouragement we can do today to start...

Have you ever thought about quitting? If the answer is YES. Then this episode is for you! Join Shon Smith on this special series.

Can you really be anything you want to be? Find out in this episode with Shon Smith.

Is there anything in life that is 100% guaranteed? Join Shon Smith in this part 2 episode of All Out to find out.

Join Shon Smith as he encourages us to go ALL IN in our FAITH in this brand new series "ALL OUT".