Lone Oak Student Ministry

In this episode of the Lone Oak Student Ministry Podcast , we sit down with Waverly Watson as she shares her story of following Jesus through the highs and lows of life. From a piece of advice that shaped her high school years—choosing to be a thermostat rather than a thermometer —to the realization that life is not about her but about pointing others to Jesus, Waverly offers wisdom and encouragem...

In this episode of the Lone Oak Student Ministry podcast, host Joe Yarbrough interviews Addison Hart, a college athlete and former student ministry participant. They discuss Addison's journey through high school sports, the importance of balancing faith with a busy schedule, and the role of organizations like FCA in her life. Addison shares her experiences of staying committed to her faith whi...

In this sermon, Joe Yarbrough explores the story of Daniel and his friends, emphasizing the contrast between the ways of God and the ways of Babylon. He discusses the pressures to conform to worldly standards, the importance of maintaining one's identity in Christ, and how hard times can either strengthen faith or lead to temptation. The conversation encourages listeners to reflect on their ow...

In this episode, Ken Freeman shares his powerful journey of faith, emphasizing the importance of daily scripture reading and community involvement in spiritual growth. He reflects on his early experiences with the church, the mentors who guided him, and the significance of sharing faith with others. Ken encourages listeners to be proactive in their faith, to seek out friendships with those who nee...

Lone Oak Student Ministry Podcast – Episode: Worldviews, Evangelism, and Reaching the Lost: Answering Tough Questions About Faith Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into some tough questions about how to engage with the world around us from a Christian perspective. We talk about the differences between worldly beliefs and Christian beliefs, how to have conversations with atheists, the best...

Tough Questions | Episode 2: Theology, Evangelism & Worldview 🎙️ Welcome back to Tough Questions! This week, Joe and Nathan are tackling some of the biggest theological questions students have submitted. From understanding why Jesus had to die on a cross to how God is eternal , we’re breaking it down in a way that’s practical, biblical, and easy to understand. 💡 In This Episode: ✅ Why are th...

Tough Questions | Episode 1: Relationships & Anxiety 🎙️ Welcome to Tough Questions! In this brand-new series, Joe and Nathan tackle the toughest questions submitted by students—answering them in a way that’s both practical and grounded in biblical truth. 💬 In This Episode: We’re diving into some big questions about relationships and anxiety: ✅ Family & Friends – How do I handle conflict...

Join us in this episode as we sit down with special guest Hope Hodges to discuss the vital role of finding a community of faith. From struggling with identity in school to discovering purpose in college, Hope shares how a faith community helped her embrace her identity in Christ and empowered her to share the gospel in her everyday life. Tune in to explore the transformative power of faith-based c...

Listen as Gavin share his testimony about following Christ in hostile world and some of his concerns about going off to college.

Listen now for a fun Q&A with our summer 2023 student ministry intern, McCall Johnson!

Alec Rudy discusses his upcoming sermon on Psalm 51 "Coming Clean to God."

Listen as Dixie Hall shares her miraculous testimony!

Even though we may not realize or even understand it, as we wake up every morning, go to school, participate in activities, hang out with our friends, and live our daily lives, there is a spiritual battle raging all around us. While none of us can see spiritual warfare with our eyes, this spiritual battle is very real, and the stakes are incredibly high. As followers of Jesus, we are a part of thi...

What do you do when you are waiting on God to answer your prayer? Listen now as and learn why you should not waste the waiting!

Listen as Joe Martin shares his testimony about knowing about what his life was like before Christ, how he came to know Jesus and what his life has been like since then!

Ian Hart shares about how he learned to trust the Lord more through a tough decision making process.

In this episode we take a deep dive into what temptation is and what it is not, and how we can overcome it

Do you ever feel like a hypocrite? Listen as Logan Davis discusses his experience with hypocrisy and the truth from Gods word!

In this episode, Riley Massey discusses his own experiences with going through dry spiritual season. What do you do when you just don't feel close to God? Listen and find out!

Week 3: Different from the rest Session 3 Purpose: To help students understand the definition of holiness and what it means to pursue holiness with their  lives. Scripture Passage: Psalm 77:13 , Exodus 15:11 , Revelation 15:4 , Leviticus 19:2 , 1 Peter 1:15-16 , Hebrews 10:10 Teaching Point 1: God’s holiness refers to His “otherness,” the idea that He is completely apart from and above all th...

Do you think you have a boring testimony? Listen as Hannah Puryear discusses her testimony and how she thought of her story as "boring." Find out why there is no such thing as a "boring testimony."

Senior, Cameron Willis is our guest on this episode of tough questions. On this episode we answer two tough questions:  1. How can we know that we are the only true faith? 2. How can I trust what the Bible says is true?

In this special episode we hear from Micah Milam about Annie Armstrong, who she was and the impact she had on North American missions. The Annie Armstrong Easter Offering (AAEO) is the primary way we support mission efforts in North America. One hundred percent of gifts given to AAEO are used to support more than 2,200 missionary families serving across the United States and Canada.

Today’s teenager lives in a hyper-sexualized culture. And while sexual immorality is an almost timeless struggle, the world students live in seems to take the glamorization of sex to unprecedented levels. Culture calls teenagers to live a life where sexual activity and sexual expression is a vital part of their identity. But the Bible challenges students to embrace God’s view of sex and sexuality,...

Do you struggle with doubt? Do you question whether or not you are really saved? Layne True shares his testimony about how he struggled with doubting his salvation and what helped him overcome that. Listen as Layne shares his story and the truth of the Gospel!