SMC Podcast

It's no secret that life has its hardships, hurts, and difficult seasons. Do you ever feel like the way you have been told to deal with them seem like a bandaid on a bullet hole? Come and learn how we can use our relationship with God to find true peace and healing in spite of hard things in our lives.

Hot take: we would all agree that we should read the Bible. But if you’re like the majority of people in the world, you open up the Bible with no idea on where to turn. What do I read? How long do I read for? Why am I even reading the Bible? Do I start in the beginning, do I begin in the middle? I’ve asked these questions too. But what if I told you that the answers to those questions are more sim...

Is God really good? Is He really powerful? Does He really care about you? Can you really trust Him? Come explore the character of God and discover that He's far more amazing than we could ever imagine. You'll learn how to connect with Him in a deeper way and experience the transformative power of His love.

How do I become a good “pray-er”? Do I have to close my eyes and fold my hands? Should I use fancy words? Is it weird to talk out loud? We’ve all heard we should pray, but real talk—it can feel awkward and forced. Come learn how to ditch the pressure and make prayer authentic, honest, and actually work for you.

“Do you read the Bible and walk away confused and wanting more? Have you ever wondered how to make sense of those challenging passages—or how they connect to your life? The truth is, simply reading the Bible often isn’t enough to unlock its deeper meaning or personal application. Come check out “The Word Unlocked” to learn a simple, practical way to study scripture that will help you make sense of...

Are you tired of comparing and complaining about what you don’t have? If you only had _______, life would be so much better. What if contentment isn’t about having more, but having Jesus? Come hear how to stop chasing things that will never fill you and how to find a deeper, lasting satisfaction in Christ.

Whether it's feeling like we don't measure up, or stressing over maintaing our image, our appearance ends up taking up way more of our energy than we'd like to admit. With all the new beauty trends, products, and body standards, it feels like we're always trying to keep up,but never quite getting there. Is there a way out of the insecurity and striving? Come hear what God has to say about all thin...

Does it ever feel impossible to win the never-ending battle to overcome temptations, especially in college? Are you ready to break free from the chains of sin and experience the true freedom that God offers? Come see what God’s Word says to discover the tools and encouragement you need to stand strong against temptation and live a victorious life.

Following Jesus is supposed to be joyful, not boring. Even in a world of hardship and stress, Jesus promised a life FULL of joy. It’s possible! Instead of a faith filled with chores and checklists, enjoying God and experiencing true joy can be your life story. Come discover the keys that will unlock the life you truly desire. 

In a world full of hookups, breakups, and makeups, it's hard to know what is actually good for you. Come hear about God’s best for our sexuality. No boys allowed.

Today’s pornified culture is undermining your manhood, walk with God, and future sex life and marriage in ways most men don’t realize. Get equipped to avoid the pitfalls and maximize your manhood. Guys only.

It's estimated that we make 35,000 decisions every single day. What am I going to eat? What am I going to wear? What do I major in? What should I do after college? Who should I marry? With so many decisions to be made, how can we know if we're making the right ones? Come learn how to make decisions that honor God and leave you with no regrets. 

What does 'Disciple Making' even mean? Isn't it just for pastors or the spiritual elite? Is it exclusively a 'Stumo' thing? The reality is that making disciples can be an intimidating and unclear task. But what if I told you it's simpler than we often make it out to be? Come discover how easy it is to live out our purpose when we follow the playbook laid out for us by Jesus...

How is your clock management?  God might care more about how you spend your time than anything else in your life.  Discover how to handle your time like God wants you to and how to live with less stress and more free time to do the things you ACTUALLY want to do!  Time Management. Listen to our live recording from SMC 2024!

Have you ever spent more time on your phone than you realized? Do you find yourself mindlessly passed time by staring at your iPhone? Do you lose track of time when on your phone? If so, you aren't alone but you are missing out on the greatest things in life. The way you use your phone might be the most significant factor that determines your spiritual depth and future growth. Come learn how t...

It has been said that our character is what defines us. Because of that, we exist in a culture that is constantly looking for ways to better ourselves. Is the life God is calling us to just about  being better  or could there be more to the story? Come listen to how Jesus lifts the heavy burden of “just being better” and opens a new pathway to kingdom living that produces true godly character in y...

God is good, but he doesn't stop bad things from happening to the good people? Why not? How do we reconcile this? Listen to our live recording from SMC 2024!

Aren't there contradictions in the Bible? Is it merely a fable? How can we be certain that the apostles did not fabricate these stories? Doesn't science disprove the Bible? Discover the answers to these questions and more. Listen to our live recording from SMC 2024!

Why are relationships often so confusing and complicated? Is being single the only way to avoid the drama? The world tells you to follow your heart, but God’s word points us in a different direction with our romantic lives. Come learn how to have the right perspective and thrive in your relationships!  Listen to our live recording from SMC 2024!

Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and wondering if there's a better way? In our high-speed, high-stress world, finding inner peace can feel impossible or a thing of the past. We'll look into the heart of anxiety - understanding why it grips us and how God provides a roadmap to overcoming anxiety and reclaiming the peace He promises.

How did we get here? Can I trust Genesis 1? But what about science? And can somebody PLEASE explain to me where dinosaurs fit in?! Find out answers to these questions and more as we engage this great debate from a biblical worldview!  

Ever wondered if Making Disciples has an expiration date? Spoiler alert: It doesn't. Come hear about what it looks like to keep making disciples as your life-long purpose, not just that thing you did in college. 

Caught between the world's idea of fun with drugs and alcohol and the fear of missing out? You're not alone. There's a lot of talk about drugs and alcohol, but how much of it holds true? Time to move past the fluff and dig into something deeper - the Bible's take on it. Come find out what it looks like to be wise with drugs and alcohol according to the Scriptures

AW Tozer once said, "What comes to mind when we think about God is the most important thing about us." The Bible is clear on God's character, but our experiences with people and the world can get in the way of believing the truth about God. Let's talk about who God really is and find out why you can trust Him. 

Have you ever wondered, “Am I going to heaven when I die? Can I be certain that I’ll spend eternity with God? How do I know if I am ‘real’ Christian?” When it comes to eternity, uncertainty can be unsettling. Come discover how to practically evaluate your faith so you can answer with confidence the crucial question: “Am I going to heaven?”