Something To Think About

236: Invisible Chains

What do you and I have in common with a majestic and powerful elephant? We can each be held back by something we simply think we can’t overcome.”

235: The Laying on of Hands

In most situations, if someone offered to lay hands on someone, there would likely be an argument or even a fight. However, this is listed as a foundational doctrine of the Christian church. In this episode, let's take a look at the doctrine of the laying on of hands.

234: Elijah Went to Heaven?

Was Elijah really taken into heaven by a whirlwind? If so, what does that actually mean? Is Elijah still in heaven now?

233: Are You Sober-Minded?

Teaching young people to be sober-minded has been important since the time of Paul and Titus. What are the challenges that we face today in developing this Christian character trait?

232: Spread it Out

Sometimes life can change quickly, and intense stress can ensue from a simple message or notification. How should we respond?

231: Welcome to the Secret Service

We are to follow the example of Jesus Christ and serve, but how should that service be done?

230: Inquire of the Lord

What should you do before going forward with decisions in your life? Listen to this week’s podcast and find out!

229: Artificial Intelligence - Great Hope or Great Curse?

Artificial Inteligence (AI) is in the news of late as the latest technological advancement. Some praise it as the great hope for humanity. However, AI is now starting to venture into the religious world. AI-generated sermons, worship services, and even the call by some for AI to rewrite the Bible!! Is this newest technological advancement truly giving man hope or is it destined to be a great curse?

228: What Is Our Symbol?

We can learn a lot about people based on some kind of symbol that they wear or associate with. Do we have a symbol? What is our symbol? This episode considers an important lesson learned from a symbol of a pair of golden gloves.

227: Dealing with Frustration

Everyone gets frustrated sometimes, but emotionally mature people know how to handle it in a positive way. Here are some tips to deal with frustration effectively.

226: Avoiding the Fringe

Why is it important that we stay close to the flock and build close relationships in the Church? This podcast looks at a couple of reasons why it is so important for teens to do so.

225: How to Get Rid of Sin Instantly

224: Don't Drag Your Feet

My Dad offered solid advice whenever I failed to bring an engaged, cheerful attitude to something I needed to accomplish. This advice also applies to how we approach things God tells us to do.

223: Identifying Spirit Beings

What will we look like as spirit beings? Will you be able to recognize friends and family members you knew in the flesh? Does the Bible provide any hints to help answer these questions?

222: Avoiding Distractions

How can we stay focused on the right things in a world that's swimming in distractions?

221: The Hypocritical Fig Tree

Jesus cursed a green, leafy fig tree for not having fruit ready. What are we supposed to learn from this account?

220: Trust in the Lord with All Your Heart

This week’s podcast focuses on a Proverb that Solomon was inspired to write that has significant importance to you, a teen, in God’s Church.

219: Happiness Is ___________.

People today strive to find happiness in their lives. For many, it can seem elusive. What is true happiness? If you had to define what happiness is, could you? Let’s gain some insight from a man who sought happiness. He tried everything to make him happy and it never did. Then he realized the key to true happiness was sitting right in front of him and he simply ignored it. What was the key?

218: A Big Picture of the Bible

Getting the overview, or "big picture" helps us put things in context. Seeing the "big picture" of the Bible can help us understand it better, and be interested in reading it more.

217: How We React

What can Jesus Christ and a story about three bears teach us about how we react to things in our own lives?

216: The Emperor's New Clothes

What could a 186-year-old fictional folktale have to do with a young person in God’s church trying to live right in this modern world? And what could it have to do with the spring festival season?

215: Passover is for Christians?

Most nominal Christians do not observe the Passover because they feel it is for the Jews. Do you believe that the Passover should be kept by Christians today? If so, why? This podcast answers 2 key questions pertaining to Passover and Christianity.

214: Keys to Building Good Habits

We are what we repeatedly do. So what are some ways we can develop good habits, and become the better person we want to be?

213: Exam Week

We hear reminders to examine ourselves frequently this time of year. The need to complete a self-examination is emphasized. What does it mean to examine or test yourself?

212: Does God Forget?

God says He will remember our sins no more, but what about when we remember them? Does that cause them to come back into God’s mind again too?

211: What Your Pastor Wants You to Know

Four “young” pastors sit down to discuss what they want teens in their congregations to know about their desire to build personal relationships with each of them.

210: Words of Blessing

209: Soggy Sourdough

The Bible has many enigmas - difficult or confusing statements. But when you take the time to dig into these riddles, you’ll find wonderful truths. Eccl. 11:1-4 is one of those confusing passages. Join Scott Lord as we look into what it means to “Cast our bread upon the water

208: It's Hidden, Right?

Have you ever tried to hide anything from your parents or anyone else? If you have been successful at hiding whatever, that means it will never be found out, it will remain hidden, right? Listen to this week’s podcast to hear and learn the answer.

207: Watchful

Over the years there has been a difficult scripture that people have been confused by … Matthew 16:28. How will there be some who were alive at the time of Jesus Christ who will not die until they see Jesus Christ coming in His kingdom?