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SMC Podcast

SMC Dallaswww.smcdallas.com
Welcome to the SMC Podcast! We hope to help you know God deeper! . . . SMC Dallas is a conference for college students from universities in Texas, Colorado, Arizona, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Wyoming and more.
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Episodes

The Disciple Maker's Playbook - Dane Rutherford

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. Listen to our live recording from SMC 2024!

Jan 05, 202434 min

The Days Are Evil - Stephen Billings

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!

Jan 05, 202441 min

Digital Distraction and a Rule of Life - Joe Boone

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 to rid yourself of digital distraction and become the person you were meant to be! Listen to our live rec...

Jan 05, 202444 min

Kingdom Character - Bryan McGaha

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 your life. Listen to our live recording from SMC 2024!

Jan 05, 202440 min

Can I trust the Bible? - Stephen Click

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!

Jan 05, 202444 min

Ditch the Situationship - Austin and Katie Leonard

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!

Jan 05, 202446 min

On My Stressed Behavior - Jason Kuhlman

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.

Jan 05, 202451 min

Creation Vs. Evolution - Braden Ledebur

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!

Jan 05, 202450 min

Faith in the Real World - Dan Edelen

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.

Jan 05, 202442 min

BORGing or boring? - Matt Gallegos

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

Jan 05, 202438 min

Knowing God - Madison Goforth

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.

Jan 05, 202433 min

Am I going to Heaven? - Jeremy Martens

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?”

Jan 05, 202444 min

Connected to Christ - Carter Pittman

Whether at the Eras Tour or a major football game, we all know the feeling when your phone tells you "poor connection." But how do we avoid a "poor connection" in our relationship with God? Come see what it takes to avoid the spiritual "no service" zones and to live continually connected to Christ. Listen to our live SMC 2024 recording!

Jan 04, 202424 min

Scripture Memory - Justin Ferguson

This used to be a night life activity at SMC, but it got to lit and rowdy so we pushed it to the AM. Come get trained on next years best night life activity. This one practice will help you have a firm handle on Gods truth and have scripture hidden in your heart. Listen to our live SMC 2024 recording!

Jan 03, 202440 min

Hanging on Every Word - Wayne Brown

Ever opened up the Bible and have no idea what is happening? Why is it that some people walk away from reading the Bible confused and uninterested while others understand and enjoy it? Beginning to read the Bible can be a challenging task but what if when you read the Bible you could understand it and enjoy it? Come learn a proper perspective towards the Bible and a practical tool that’ll have you hanging on every word, helping you understand and enjoy reading God’s Word. Enjoy our live recordin...

Jan 03, 202442 min

A Praying Life - Corey Makeever

Prayer is a simple concept but difficult to do. Does God really listen? How do I know if I'm doing it right? Walk away from this time motivated and equipped to take steps toward a life marked by prayer! Here is our live audio from SMC 2024!

Jan 03, 202444 min

Can I Mess Up God's Plan for My Life?

Am I in the right major? What if they don't like me back? Am I friends with the right people? is it possible that I can mess up God's plan for my life? Thankfully, there's a truth about God that can lead you to a life with more security and peace than you thought possible. Join us this week as we welcome Sarah Hufnagel on the pod!

Apr 06, 202320 min

Who's Your Team?

Do you feel like your friends are pushing you to God or away from Him? Did you know following God is a team sport? Find out why you need to have fellowship with other believers as Cole Davis joins us on this weeks episode!

Mar 27, 202319 min

Whiskey Glasses

If I follow Jesus, will I miss out on the party? Will I be bored while my friends have all the fun? How should Christians handle alcohol? Join us as Dave Edwards helps us walk through this topic!

Mar 02, 202317 min

Tough Love

Danny Points - We live in a world that tells us to do what feels right, but for any of us when it comes to relationships following our heart has led to a lot of pain and regret. Romantic relationships are often challenging and confusing, but they don't have to be -- we just need someone to shoot us straight. Learn how to properly avoid blindspots, gain a proper perspective, and thrive in relationships - your future self will thank you!

Feb 21, 202316 min

Trending

TikTok, Snapchat, Tinder. It seems normal to live our lives through a screen. But what if all the scrolling, snapping, and swiping is actually making you unhappy? What if the social media apps you love are not loving you? Maybe you need to "unfollow" what's trending to find what's true. Join us as Leah Riner walks us through this weeks topic!

Feb 02, 202315 min

Get Outta Yo Mind

Charley Gardner joins us to discuss what the Bible says about anxiety and also shares some helpful resources to help assist you

Jan 19, 202317 min

I Just Left SMC 2023 ... What Now?

Todd Ahrend joins us on the first episode of the SMC 2023 Podcast to: Discuss his experience going back to campus after his first SMC Provide some advice for you as you go back to campus Share some potential hurdles that may stand in your way & keep you from being anchored to Christ during your time in college

Jan 05, 202314 min
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