For the final episode of 2024, it's PART 4 of our four-part Christmas series, where Pastor Jack Hoey III and host Joey Svendsen discuss the ultimate Christmas movie classic, It's a Wonderful Life. We’ll also catch up with Lead Pastors Josh and Lisa Surratt and hold the second annual "Christmas Trivia Championship Showdown." Listeners will hear a variety of opinions about It's a Wonderful Life— Joey is disappointed by the lack of excitement surrounding what he thinks could be the greatest movie e...
Dec 17, 2024•1 hr 47 min
In PART 3 of a four-part Christmas series, Pastor Adam Martin and host Joey Svendsen talk about the 1990s Christmas movie that took American culture by storm— Home Alone . Pastor Adam has a doctorate in counseling and in today’s episode, Joey asks him several questions surrounding mental health and Adam delves into why social isolation is so common in the real world. With more and more people finding themselves alone—even during the holidays—Adam explains why some choose isolation rather than be...
Dec 10, 2024•55 min
It's PART 2 of a four-part Christmas series. Pastor Josh Walters and host Joey Svendsen talk about the classic cartoon, The Grinch Who Stole Christmas . With the ugly, green guy as the backdrop of the conversation, Josh and Joey discuss the beauty behind the gift of salvation, how most people have "some grinch" in them, and how hurtful people have typically been hurt in their past. The two also talk faith and grief, as Josh’s family is experiencing their first Christmas without a particular love...
Dec 05, 2024•55 min
It's a 4-part Christmas series and to kick us off, Seacoast’s Lead Pastor Josh Surratt is in the studio to talk about Seacoast’s Christmas At The Movies series. He continues the conversation about ‘belief’ from his own message based on the 2003 Christmas classic, Elf . Josh responds to the flack that Seacoast gets about mixing sermons with movies. He also proposes that despite the uneasiness that spiritual doubts and questions may elicit, the church can't be afraid of them. He then gets personal...
Dec 03, 2024•1 hr 9 min
[This episode originally aired on 11/21/22] Is a heart posture of thanksgiving only possible when life is good? How is it that often in the toughest of circumstances, profound love and community rises to the surface, leaving one with deep gratefulness in the unlikeliest of circumstances. In the context of three stories from the Seacoast family, we look at the gift of thanksgiving. Seacoast Ashville Campus Pastor Teddy Winter shares a story of high expectations squashed by unfortunate events that...
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Many have grieved the loss of a pet and asked the question, “do pets go to heaven?” Some Christians believe that only humans have souls; therefore, only humans will live forever. But, what if there is more to the story? In his book, Will My Pet Go to Heaven? , pastor, theologian, and author Steve Wohlberg gives a biblical perspective that may offer a hopeful answer. Pastor Steve gained inspiration to write the book following a personal encounter with God after the tragic loss of his own dog. At ...
Nov 19, 2024•1 hr 2 min
The topics of predestination and free will have been debated for centuries. On this week’s episode, we’ll hear from individuals with varying opinions on these complex topics. Bible scholar, writer, and podcaster, Chris Date believes in the theology of Calvinism (term often used synonymously for predestination) and sees one’s salvation as something that God predetermined and that only individuals whom God chose will live with him for eternity. Chris and Joey Svendsen are joined by Pastor Chip Jud...
Nov 12, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Member of the NBA Hall of Fame and MVP of the 1975 NBA Finals , Rick Barry joins Joey Svendsen and Tomelex Copeland to talk about the values that have shaped him into the man he is today. Hard work and grit earned Rick a NBA Championship ring and a 90% free throw shooting average—all while throwing the basketball underhand. The retired professional basketball player also shares his opinions on why we shouldn’t compare different NBA eras. At top of episode, hosts, Joey Svendsen, Luke Gaikwad, Lyn...
Nov 05, 2024•1 hr
Last year, in episode 67, "Should Christians Watch Horror Movies," a panel discussion comprised of Seacoast family shared why watching horror films poses no personal moral conflicts, many even citing reasons why these movies can be good and informing. But today, Lynne Stroy brings a different Biblical perspective and disagrees with these perspectives. Also on today’s episode is Jack Hoey, Ciarrah Lindsay, Amy Worley, and Joey Svendsen, who have their own response to this form of entertainment. A...
Oct 29, 2024•46 min
"But if anyone has the world’s goods and sees his brother in need, yet closes his heart against him, how does God’s love abide in him? Little children, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth.” – 1 John 3:17 Kicking things off with some dialogue surrounding many Christians' tendency to be bashful about owning anything fancy; but this extended episode runs deep. We’re having three different conversations with all three introducing listeners to people and organizations who not onl...
Oct 22, 2024•1 hr 40 min
Pastor of Leadership Care at Seacoast Church, Chip Judd, takes great strides in seeking out truth. But, with a background in drugs, eastern mysticism and reckless living, Jesus had to find Chip. Since then, he has restored Chip’s life, made him a charismatic preacher, revealed to him his gift of counseling and strategically positioned Chip to speak truth about the science of mental health as well as the power of God to restore fallen humanity. In this unique time when the church seems to be in t...
Oct 15, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Seacoast Church Lead Pastors Josh and Lisa Surratt have walked with friends who have experienced the heartache of divorce and they’ve seen the relational fallout that comes in many shapes and sizes. On this week’s episode, we discuss the importance of healthy individuals and marriages, including Josh and Lisa’s desire to create a Seacoast staff culture that encourages individuals to open up about personal challenges. The couple shares their hearts for staff members to be healthy, even providing ...
Oct 08, 2024•1 hr 15 min
While in town to speak at the Chosen Women’s Conference, Pastor Carolyn Haas joined us in the studio to share about God's faithfulness throughout her life. Growing up in a family of faith, walking away from God, losing her father to suicide, and then returning to church after her boyfriend, Peter, had a life-changing encounter with God. Now her husband, Pastor Peter and Carolyn lead Substance Church in Minnesota, combining their strengths and weaknesses to complement a fruitful ministry. We also...
Oct 01, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Atlanta-based hip-hop artist, 1K Phew joins us fresh off of his 30th birthday to share the meaning behind his “gospel rap.” A "self-proclaimed old soul,” wisdom included, 1K Phew grew up in church before chasing a different lifestyle and getting in trouble with the law. Through that experience, he had a spiritual rebirth and began a relationship with God. He has now taken the hip-hop scene by storm and in his own words, "gospel rap is back.” In addition to his story, 1K Phew talks to Lynne Stroy...
Sep 24, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Ray Wimley considers himself a family man. He's a proud father, happy husband, one after the deeper things of life, and he’s driven to spread love to his fellowman. In the last few years, Ray, a hip-hop artist, has taken to Instagram, posting videos of himself free-style rapping in public spheres. His rhymes incorporate people's actions, attire, and anything that comes to his brilliant mind, leaving hip-hop fans marveling and the masses smiling. Ray and host Joey Svendsen talk about Ray's upbrin...
Sep 17, 2024•1 hr 22 min
As Peyton Pickens was preparing for the Chosen Women’s Conference in 2023, she did not expect the freedom she would encounter or the rescue and redemption she was about to experience. Ten years prior, Peyton had an abortion and had struggled with that decision ever since. But, during the conference, The Holy Spirit convinced her to be prayed over by another woman, who then confessed to Peyton her own abortion earlier in life. With host, Joey Svendsen, Peyton walks us through how her life unfolde...
Sep 10, 2024•1 hr 8 min
In a pre-MP3 and CD era, vinyl full-albums abounded in Christian bookstores and at local record stores. It's 1986, and today's guest, Michael Sweet, and his band Stryper (" by His stripes, you are healed.." Isaiah 53:5 ) just released their album To Hell With the Devil . It's about to sell millions in both Christian and secular markets, with its songs all over the radio, and music videos on MTV. Host, Joey Svendsen was in the 4th grade, but found that Stryper album at Family Christian Bookstore ...
Sep 03, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Pastor Adam Martin makes his first appearance on the Seacoast Podcast, it's been long overdue. He delivered a sermon four days ago on Sunday (August 25th), "God Help Me With My Faith." On this bonus episode, he's in studio with Jack Hoey III (Creative Director, Pastor, host of show), Joey Svendsen (host of the show, Pastor) and Geoff Reppard (Pastor of Seacoast Small Groups, also first time on the podcast) to talk faith, doubt, certainty and disbelief. Other questions are discussed: Has western ...
Aug 29, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Author and Pastor at Bright City Church in Charleston, SC, Jess Connolly joins the podcast to share some helpful advice, spiritual practices, and truths on adopting a lifestyle marked with rest. In her newest book, Tired of Being Tired: Receive God's Realistic Rest for Your Soul-Deep Exhaustion , she walks the reader through practices on how to find the source of one's fatigue. Jess includes scriptures to meditate on for saying "no," shares strategies for protecting personal peace, and practices...
Aug 27, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Pastor Joel Delph delivered a sermon two days ago on Sunday (August 18th), "God Help Me With My Finances." He's in studio with Seacoast Chief Financial Officer, Nick Johnston as well as Seacoast member and professional financial advisor, Rich Young. With host Joey Svendsen, the three continue the conversation on finances that Joel started in his sermon this past Sunday. The four talk a bit about Seacoast's financial strategies, whether tithing is "Old Testament theology," the deeper heart change...
Aug 21, 2024•1 hr
Seacoast Church was started in 1988 by Pastor Greg and Debbie Surratt who moved from Illinois to Charleston, SC in 1987 with their four kids, Jason, Josh, Jessica, and Jenny. Early on, their family endured life-threatening hardship—two of the kids surviving a massive car wreck and their oldest daughter, Jessica, surviving an extremely close-call in a jet ski accident. On this episode, Pastor Greg, Pastor Josh Surratt, and Jenny Mayer (the youngest of the bunch) sit down with host, Joey Svendsen ...
Aug 20, 2024•1 hr 10 min
“Gen-X” parents, Roy Jacques, Andi Andrew, and Joey Svendsen sit down for some light-hearted and sincere reflections on being parents of “Gen-Z” kids. They share memorable parenting moments, explore the roles of mothers and fathers, and reflect on the bittersweet reality of watching their children grow up. They also discuss the difference between caring for a child who is struggling, verses carrying their struggle for them, while still helping them to navigate their own trials. Also on the show ...
Aug 13, 2024•58 min
On this episode, Joey Svendsen and Lynne Stroy sit down for a conversation with their friend, Tomelex Copeland (Pastor T). Tomelex discusses his childhood, his journey to finding God, his involvement with Seacoast Church, and his realization of the depth of God’s grace through his mother's love despite his earthly father's absence. Along the way, the three share laughs and tears as their conversation includes church metrics related to Seacoast campuses and race, whether this generation is “soft”...
Aug 06, 2024•1 hr
Lynne Stroy, Katie Walters, and Natasha Gray come straight to the podcast after watching an episode of The Mary Tyler Moore Show. Released in 1970, the show depicts Mary Richards, a single woman in her 30s, living in Minneapolis, trying to make a life for herself. The storyline seems archaic now, as society in 2024 is vastly more opportunistic for women. In today’s episode, we’ll ask, “How far have we progressed from the country's dark history of racism and gender inequality?” As these three lad...
Jul 30, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Benjamin Ironside Koppin, a Christian, who recently produced the movie, “Pastor's Kid," joins its lead actress, Courtney Bandeko, and hosts Joey Svendsen and Lynne Stroy to discuss the movie and it’s R rating, despite its heavy Christian themes. The four discuss Christian ethics in the realm of entertainment, especially the types of roles and scenes that Christian actors should and shouldn't accept. Within all the "movie talk," Benjamin unpacks why he pushes the envelope in regards to offensive ...
Jul 23, 2024•1 hr 6 min
With the current explosion of artificial intelligence accessible to the common man, there are many questions yet to be answered. Excitement is in the air for some, but many find the possible implications for the future, unnerving. Pastor Mal Fletcher, is referred to as a futurist. Through Christian lenses, he sheds light on what many fear, as a result of A.I.—to be an inevitable "job apocalypse." Is this a reasonable concern? Is it possible for A.I. robots to acquire consciousness? Will people b...
Jul 16, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Jim Wellman started researching megachurches with a high level of skepticism, but after collecting the data, that all changed. In his book, High On God: How Megachurches Won the Heart of America , Jim shares the results of his investigation, and on today’s episode, he gives listeners a snapshot of the positive findings on megachurches. According to Jim, within the couple thousand megachurches in America, the number of scandals are minimal, the community one finds is incredibly beneficial to the ...
Jul 09, 2024•51 min
On today’s episode, Joey and Lynne talk with singer/songwriter, Grayson Little. Grayson grew up at Seacoast Church and has served at multiple Seacoast campuses as a worship leader, but has since pursued his music career full-time. During Joey and Lynne’s time with Grayson, they talk country and southern rock music genres, how the internet has affected the music industry, and the drastically different experience of Grayson’s Saturday night gigs at the bar and then leading worship the next morning...
Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 7 min
We continue our conversation on radical, Christian love by talking with musician and song-writer, John Mark McMillan. Known for songs like, “How He Loves,” John Mark McMillan shares his thoughts on the important topic of how Christians should represent Christ’s love in the Church. We’ll discuss the challenge of connecting deeply with others who see the world differently and ask tough questions like: Are Christians losing sight of the radical love Jesus calls us to? Does cancel-culture have a pla...
Jun 25, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Connecting deeply with others who see the world differently seems like a challenge these days. Even inside the Church, it can appear that Christians are losing sight of the radical love Jesus calls us to. Pastor Kristin Mockler Young from Mosaic Church (Charlotte, NC) shares her thoughts on this important topic. Does cancel culture have a place within Jesus' church? Should a Christian strive to have a soft heart toward every single person? These questions and more with Pastor Kristin. At the top...
Jun 18, 2024•1 hr 3 min
