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In this week's episode, we tackle one of the biggest questions young adults ask: What is God's will for my life? Whether you're making decisions about school, work, relationships, or your future, it's easy to wonder if you're on the right path. Together, we dive into Scripture to discover what God actually says about His will and how we can walk faithfully in it! Send us a...

Why do bad things happen to good people? It's one of the hardest questions we can ask. In this episode, we dive into what Scripture says about suffering, pain, and God's goodness. Through biblical truth and personal stories, we discuss how to trust God when life doesn't make sense and find hope in the reality that, despite living in a broken world, God is still in control, and His v...

In this episode, we explore what it really means to grow as a follower of Jesus. Is the Christian life simply about “letting go and letting God,” or does Scripture call believers to something more active? Together, we unpack the biblical meaning of sanctification and explore the balance between God’s transforming work in us and our call to pursue obedience, holiness, and spiritual growth. Send us...

In this episode, we sit down with Luke Humphrey, one of Cross Church’s Discipleship Pastors, to talk about what discipleship actually looks like for young adults today. From navigating culture and community to learning how to intentionally follow Jesus, Luke shares practical wisdom for anyone wanting to grow deeper in their faith and help others do the same. Send us a text with any questions or to...

In this episode, we get the opportunity to talk with Pablo Daut about what unity within a multi-cultural church context is! Pablo is the Cross Church Español Pastor at the Springdale campus and experiences what serving and leading in that context daily! Whether you work or live in an area that has many different cultures present or you don't, this episode will help you learn how you can make...

In this episode, we sit down with Ben Stoken and Jeremy Dixon to talk about what leadership really looks like in different seasons of life. Whether you’re serving behind the scenes or stepping out to lead from the front, they share their own experiences from a variety of roles and offer practical wisdom and tools to help you lead well, no matter what season you find yourself in. Send us a text wit...

In this week's episode, hosts Katelyn, Sammy, and Nathan along with special guest, Tyler McGruder, tackle one of the most relevant conversations for young adults in faith today — what it really looks like to go through a season of deconstruction in your beliefs. In this episode the gang leans into the tension and confusion that can come when our assumptions about God, the church, and identity...

In this week's episode, Katelyn, Sammy and Nathan lean into one of the most relatable and quietly frustrating parts of faith: what happens when you pray and nothing seems to change. This conversation speaks directly to young adults who are asking God for direction in relationships, career moves, healing, or clarity — and feel like they’re met with silence. Rather than offering surface-level a...

In this week’s episode of The Social Podcast, Sammy, Nathan, and Katelyn are joined by special guest Tyler Palmer. The team returns with a fresh conversation about love, identity, and relationships with others. Hosted by the Social crew, this episode dives into what it really means to be loved; not just in fleeting feelings or romantic notions, but with the unconditional, unchanging love God offer...

Anxiety is a reality many young adults face, but how does Christian counseling uniquely approach it? In this episode of The Social Podcast, Katelyn Love and Nathan Alvey are joined by special guests Julie Crawford, Director of Cross Church’s Counseling Ministry, and Sophia Vincent, a seminary student and mentor within the ministry. Books: Get Out of Your Head by Jennie Allen Winning the War in You...

Does theology really matter for young adults—or is it just for pastors and scholars? In this episode of The Social Podcast, Katelyn, Sammy, and Nathan host Matt Stewart to tackle that very question and unpack why theology isn’t abstract or intimidating, but deeply practical for everyday life and faith. Send us a text with any questions or topics you'd love to hear us talk about!!

This week, Sammy, Nathan, and KJ welcome special guest Noah Graves for an episode packed with stories, laughs, and thoughtful discussion on what it means to have a church plant mentality. Together, they explore how young adults can adopt a mindset of ownership, service, flexibility, and missional living—whether they’re part of a brand new church plant or a long-established ministry. The conversati...

The holidays are here, and The Social Podcast crew is diving into one of the most important (and sometimes complicated) parts of the season: family. Nathan, Sammy, and “the love doctor” herself, Katelyn Love, are joined by a special guest—Mark Hutchinson—for a fun and thoughtful conversation on family traditions, holiday rhythms, and how faith shapes the way we navigate family relationships. Send...

The Social Podcast is back! In this episode, the team returns to the mic—joined for the first time by the dynamic trio Nathan Alvey, Sammy Arizaga, and Katelyn Love. Together, they reintroduce themselves, share what’s new behind the scenes, and talk about their heart for young adults in Northwest Arkansas. Send us a text with any questions or topics you'd love to hear us talk about!!

In this series, we’re walking through the book of 1 John, learning how we can live with confidence in who God is, who we are, and what’s true in a culture full of counterfeits. This week, Ben Stoken continues our series walking through 1 John 4 and the call of every believer to test every spirit. Listen now to this week's sermon from the Social.  Send us a text with any questions or topics yo...

In this series, we’re walking through the book of 1 John, learning how we can live with confidence in who God is, who we are, and what’s true in a culture full of counterfeits. This week, Ben Stoken continues our series walking through 1 John 3 and the call of every believer to love others well. Listen now to this week's sermon from the Social.  Send us a text with any questions or topics you...

In this series, we’re walking through the book of 1 John, learning how we can live with confidence in who God is, who we are, and what’s true in a culture full of counterfeits. This week, Jeremy Dixon continues our series walking through 1 John 2 and the call of every believer to love what lasts. Listen now to this week's sermon from the Social.  Send us a text with any questions or topics yo...

In this series, we’re walking through the book of 1 John, learning how we can live with confidence in who God is, who we are, and what’s true in a culture full of counterfeits. This week, Ben Stoken opens our series walking through 1 John 1 and the call of every believer to walk in the light. Listen now to this week's sermon from the Social.  Send us a text with any questions or topics you&#3...

In this series, we’re talking all things relationships—from singleness to dating to marriage. Our goal is to go back to what God’s Word says about how to pursue relationships His way. Whether you’re single and thriving, confused about dating, or on your way to being married, this series is for you. This week Ben Stoken closed out our series walking through honoring God in Dating, focusing on Who Y...

In this series, we’re talking all things relationships—from singleness to dating to marriage. Our goal is to go back to what God’s Word says about how to pursue relationships His way. Whether you’re single and thriving, confused about dating, or on your way to being married, this series is for you. This week Cam Hoffarth kicked off our series walking through honoring God in Marriage.  Listen now t...

In this series, we’re talking all things relationships—from singleness to dating to marriage. Our goal is to go back to what God’s Word says about how to pursue relationships His way. Whether you’re single and thriving, confused about dating, or on your way to being married, this series is for you. This week Ben Stoken kicked off our series walking through honoring God is a season of singleness.  ...

Hey there and welcome to The Social Podcast where we give you monthly conversations on different young adult topics and weekly sermons from our Tuesday night service.   Currently we are in a sermon series called “Great Values.”  In this series, we are talking about the values that we seek to live out as members of the Social. If these 5 values truly define us, then we will succeed in our mission o...

Hey there and welcome to The Social Podcast where we give you monthly conversations on different young adult topics and weekly sermons from our Tuesday night service.   Currently we are in a sermon series called “Great Values.”  In this series, we are talking about the values that we seek to live out as members of the Social. If these 5 values truly define us, then we will succeed in our mission o...

Hey there and welcome to The Social Podcast where we give you monthly conversations on different young adult topics and weekly sermons from our Tuesday night service.   Currently we are in a sermon series called “Great Values.”  In this series, we are talking about the values that we seek to live out as members of the Social. If these 5 values truly define us, then we will succeed in our mission o...

Hey there and welcome to The Social Podcast where we give you monthly conversations on different young adult topics and weekly sermons from our Tuesday night service.     Currently we are in a sermon series called “Great Values.”  In this series, we are talking about the values that we seek to live out as members of the Social. If these 5 values truly define us, then we will succeed in our mission...