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Upon Their Shoulders

Jake Smith and Nick Weavershoulderspodcast.podbean.com
We are standing upon the shoulders of giants. As young Christians, we are trying to avoid Rehoboam’s folly by relying on the counsel of our elders. Please join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they ask questions, interview others, and strive to grow in their faith.
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Episodes

Ben Hall: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Ben Hall, the preacher at the Prospect Park church in Brooklyn, New York. Ben and his family work tirelessly to spread the gospel in the northeast. In this conversation, young people can learn about similarities and differences between the Lord's family across the country.

Jun 06, 202359 minSeason 1Ep. 38

Ben Hall: This is the way

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Ben Hall, the preacher at the Prospect Park church in Brooklyn, New York. Ben and his family work tirelessly to spread the gospel in the northeast. In this conversation, young people can learn about similarities and differences between the Lord's family across the country.

Jun 06, 202332 minSeason 1Ep. 37

David Turner: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview David Turner, a deacon at the Picayune church of Christ. As a Marine Core veteran, David has raised a godly family in congregations across the country. In this conversation, young people can learn how to commit every aspect of their lives to God.

May 30, 20231 hr 19 minSeason 1Ep. 36

David Turner: Be committed

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview David Turner, a deacon at the Picayune church of Christ. As a Marine Core veteran, David has raised a godly family in congregations across the country. In this conversation, young people can learn how to commit every aspect of their lives to God.

May 30, 202340 minSeason 1Ep. 35

Bubba Garner: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Bubba Garner, the preacher at the Southside church of Christ in Pasadena, Texas. We begin our conversation with a brief tribute to Dee Bowman. In this conversation, young people can learn how to build better relationships with mentors, friends, and other members of their church family.

May 23, 202351 minSeason 1Ep. 34

Bubba Garner: Remember who your father is

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Bubba Garner, the preacher at the Southside church of Christ in Pasadena, Texas. We begin our conversation with a brief tribute to Dee Bowman. In this conversation, young people can learn how to build better relationships with mentors, friends, and other members of their church family.

May 23, 202324 minSeason 1Ep. 33

Paul Greiving: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Paul Greiving, a member of the Pratt Parkway church of Christ in Longmont, Colorado. The key to evangelism is building relationships. In this conversation, young people can learn how to live their lives in a way that makes others want to follow Jesus.

May 16, 202358 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Paul Greiving: It’s about building relationships

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Paul Greiving, a member of the Pratt Parkway church of Christ in Longmont, Colorado. The key to evangelism is building relationships. In this conversation, young people can learn how to live their lives in a way that makes others want to follow Jesus.

May 16, 202325 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Chuck Durham: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Chuck Durham, the preacher at the Westside church of Christ in Springdale, Arkansas. This man has dedicated his life to serving and evangelizing to college students. In this conversation, young people can learn how to recognize the role models in their lives and grow in their relationships with other Christians.

May 09, 202355 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Chuck Durham: I’d commend my wife

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Chuck Durham, the preacher at the Westside church of Christ in Springdale, Arkansas. This man has dedicated his life to serving and evangelizing to college students. In this conversation, young people can learn how to recognize the role models in their lives and grow in their relationships with other Christians.

May 09, 202324 minSeason 1Ep. 29

L.A. Stauffer: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview L.A. Stauffer, the former preacher at the Kirkwood church of Christ in Kirkwood, Missouri. This man is the reason why this podcast exists. In this conversation, young people can learn how to run the race, keep the faith, and spread the gospel to others.

May 02, 20231 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 28

L.A. Stauffer: Remember who you are

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview L.A. Stauffer, the former preacher at the Kirkwood church of Christ in Kirkwood, Missouri. This man is the reason why this podcast exists. In this conversation, young people can learn how to run the race, keep the faith, and spread the gospel to others.

May 02, 202332 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Dick Modin: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Dick Modin, elder at the Vivian Road church of Christ in Kansas City, Missouri. Jesus is counting on us to spread his word. In this conversation, young people can learn how to develop the traits of an elder and maintain their faith while pursuing a career.

Apr 25, 20231 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Dick Modin: He’s counting on us

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Dick Modin, elder at the Vivian Road church of Christ in Kansas City, Missouri. Jesus is counting on us to spread his word. In this conversation, young people can learn how to develop the traits of an elder and maintain their faith while pursuing a career.

Apr 25, 202327 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Andy Cantrell: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Andy Cantrell, preacher at the Northwest church of Christ in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Are you good at being alone with God? In this conversation, young people can learn how to overcome their fear and talk about their faith with their friends.

Apr 18, 202358 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Andy Cantrell: Alone with God

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Andy Cantrell, preacher at the Northwest church of Christ in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Are you good at being alone with God? In this conversation, young people can learn how to overcome their fear and talk about their faith with their friends.

Apr 18, 202330 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Berry Kercheville: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Berry Kercheville, preacher at the Woodland Hills church of Christ in Nashville, Tennessee. We need to help each other spread the gospel. In this conversation, young people can learn how to make their bible studies more engaging and appreciate the mentors in their lives.

Apr 11, 20231 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Berry Kercheville: Are you going to help me or not?

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Berry Kercheville, preacher at the Woodland Hills church of Christ in Nashville, Tennessee. We need to help each other spread the gospel. In this conversation, young people can learn how to make their bible studies more engaging and appreciate the mentors in their lives.

Apr 11, 202325 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Spring 2023 Application

In this episode, Jake Smith and Nick Weaver sit down with one another and discuss practical points of application from their first three months of interviews. We can apply the advise of those wiser than us by having a board of directors, staying humble, and being a good listener.

Apr 04, 202323 min

Terry Francis: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Terry Francis, preacher at the Chelsea church of Christ in Chelsea, Alabama. Only the gospel has the power to save. In this conversation, young people can learn how to focus on their heavenly citizenship and avoid the idol of nationalism.

Mar 28, 20231 hr 15 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Terry Francis: Faith and nationalism

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Terry Francis, preacher at the Chelsea church of Christ in Chelsea, Alabama. Only the gospel has the power to save. In this conversation, young people can learn how to focus on their heavenly citizenship and avoid the idol of nationalism.

Mar 28, 202328 minSeason 1Ep. 19

David Banning: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview David Banning, preacher at the Kleinwood church of Christ in Texas. We need to train the next generation to go out and fight for the gospel. In this conversation, young people can learn how to remain steadfast during trials and support one another in their walk with Christ.

Mar 21, 20231 hr 15 minSeason 1Ep. 18

David Banning: Go out ready to fight

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview David Banning, preacher at the Kleinwood church of Christ in Texas. We need to train the next generation to go out and fight for the gospel. In this conversation, young people can learn how to remain steadfast during trials and support one another in their walk with Christ.

Mar 21, 202325 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Shane Scott: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Shane Scott, preacher at the Valrico church of Christ and professor at Florida College. This man's heart is contagious! In this conversation, young people can learn how to exude joy and overcome trials in a manner worthy of the gospel.

Mar 14, 202357 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Shane Scott: The key to teaching is love

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Shane Scott, preacher at the Valrico church of Christ and professor at Florida College. This man's heart is contagious! In this conversation, young people can learn how to exude joy and overcome trials in a manner worthy of the gospel.

Mar 14, 202323 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Gary Fisher: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Gary Fisher, preacher and elder at the Bargersville church of Christ in Indiana. The Lord's people are working all across the globe. In this conversation, young people can learn how to dive deeper into God's word and develop a passion for studying the Bible.

Mar 07, 202328 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Gary Fisher: People are people anywhere

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Gary Fisher, preacher and elder at the Bargersville church of Christ in Indiana. The Lord's people are working all across the globe. In this conversation, young people can learn how to dive deeper into God's word and develop a passion for studying the Bible.

Mar 07, 202312 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Keith Stonehart: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Keith Stonehart, preacher at the Fultondale church of Christ. God never wanted us to be alone. In this conversation, young people can learn how to overcome addiction, have tough conversations, and support one another.

Feb 28, 20231 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Keith Stonehart: Make it back home

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Keith Stonehart, preacher at the Fultondale church of Christ. God never wanted us to be alone. In this conversation, young people can learn how to overcome addiction, have tough conversations, and support one another.

Feb 28, 202326 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Dan Barker: Extended version

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Dan Barker, preacher and host of the "Leading Others to Christ" podcast. Knowledge is not power; applied knowledge is power. In this conversation, young people can learn how to improve their evangelism and celebrate the sowing of God's word.

Feb 21, 202356 minSeason 1Ep. 10
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