Student Equip Podcast

This week we take a look at the virgin birth and discuss its significance. *For more on the Apostels Creed, read The Apostle's Creed: Discovering Authentic Christianity in an Age of Counterfeits by R. Albert Mohler*

We continue through the Apostle's Creed by looking at what it means that Jesus is the Christ, God's Son, and our Lord. *For more on the Apostels Creed, read The Apostle's Creed: Discovering Authentic Christianity in an Age of Counterfeits by R. Albert Mohler*

In this episode we begin looking at the Apostle's Creed. We take a brief look at the first statement and discuss it's importance and significance. *For more on the Apostels Creed, read The Apostle's Creed: Discovering Authentic Christianity in an Age of Counterfeits by R. Albert Mohler*

Everyone has an expectation of you. But how do you manage all those expectations when they are so overwhelming? Are there good expectations? Pastor Joe sits down with me to answer these questions and more!

What is apathy? Why do so many students struggle with it and how can it be overcome? Check out this week's episode to find out!

Ever wondered what the Bible says about LGBTQ issues? Ever wondered how we as believers are supposed to respond to this issue? Then this is the episode for you! Pastor Joe and I discuss the clarity with which the Bible speaks to these issues and how the Bible instructs believers to act in love. RESOURCES: Understanding Sexual Identity: A Resource for Youth Ministry- Mark Yarhouse Transforming Homosexuality- Denny Burk & Heath Lambert

Do you struggle with self-image? Pastor Joe joins me in this episode and we talk about how we can have confidence in who we are through Christ!

In this episode, I briefly talk through our lesson on truth from this past Sunday night! I hope it is a helpful resource for you!

In this episode I am joined by Dr. Bob Pincus, Associate Professor of Counseling at Liberty University! We discuss what a mental health issue is, how to handle those issues, counseling is a good and right thing, and that fact that we need the hope of Jesus Christ above all!

In this first episode I wanted to take a minute to look at the Biblical foundation for what we will be talking about this season! We look at 1 Peter 5:6-11 to see God cares about us and what we are facing and wants us to give him our anxieties, worries and struggles!

Pastor Joe is back with me and we discuss what true Biblical worship is and how we often miss it.

In this first episode of a 3 episode series, Pastor Joe and I talk about the Assurance of Salvation and the hope it brings!

Pastor Joe joins me in this episode to discuss the doctrines of Justification and Sanctification! These are essential doctrines of our faith and this episode helps to clarify what these doctrines are and we give a concise definition of each!

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Aaron Burgner, senior pastor of Lakes Church in central Florida, to talk about the Doctrine of Glorification. This is a great episode that helps clarify and give understanding to what Glorification actually is! Helpful Definitions: Soteriology: The doctrine of Salvation Eschatology: The study of the end times

In this episode, the first Guest Choice episode, Claire is back and we talk about relationships. We need to take relationships seriously and it is possible to have a God glorifying relationship. Scripture shows us what to look for in someone and gives us guidelines on how we can glorify God in our relationships.

Ever wanted to know how to study the Bible? This bonus episode gives you some practical ways to get started!

We know the Bible is about Jesus but what else is it? In this episode, we talk about the Bible- what it is, what we believe about it, and more!

In this episode I am joined by my dad, Dwayne McDow, who serves as the Executive Pastor at Lakes Church in central Florida. We sit down to discuss evangelism and discipleship- what they are and what they look like in our lives. Every follower of Jesus can tell others the good news of Jesus and can disciple others! Resources: Evangelism in a Skeptical World- Sam Chan Everyday Evangelism- Matt Queen Turning Everyday Conversations into Gospel Conversations- Jimmy Scroggins & Steve Wright Sharing Jesus Without Freaking Out­- D. Scott Hildreth & Steven A. McKinion Rediscovering Discipleship- Robby Gallaty Life on Mission- Dustin Willis & Aaron Cole The Character of the Church- Joe Thorn Discipling- Mark Dever

In this episode I'm joined by Pastor Jeff and we discuss the church: what is the church, what does the Bible say about the church, what makes a church, and why is it important to be involved in the church. This was a fun conversation and I pray it helps equip you to grow in your faith! Resources mentioned in this episode: Rediscovering Discipleship- Robby Gallaty https://www.amazon.com/Rediscovering-Discipleship-Making-Jesus-Final/dp/0310521289/ref=monarch_sidesheet   Rediscover Church- Collin Hansen and Jonathan Leeman https://www.amazon.com/Rediscover-Church-Christ-Essential-Coalition/dp/1433579561/ref=sr_1_1?crid=TGDSA8WF5MDR&keywords=rediscover+church&qid=1684431665&s=books&sprefix=rediscover+church%2Cstripbooks%2C57&sr=1-1   The Character of the Church- Joe Thorn https://www.amazon.com/Character-Church-Marks-Obedient-People/dp/0802414710/ref=sr_1_1?crid=ZLEYKEOWL0PZ&keywords=the+character+of+the+church&qid=1684431733&s=books&sprefix=the+character+of+the+church%2Cstripbooks%2C63&sr=1-1

Rebranded with the same goal! Season 2 of the podcast is here with the same goal of equipping students to grow in their faith but with a different method to do it! Check out this short intro episode to find out more!