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SMC Podcast
by SMC Dallas
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.
Episodes
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SMC 2026 | Main Session 5 | Stephen Billings
Main Session #5 at SMC 2026.
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SMC 2026 | Main Session 4 | Pete Brunette
Main Session #4 at SMC 2026.
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SMC 2026 | Main Session 3 | Brandon Rietz
Main Session #3 at SMC 2026.
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SMC 2026 | Main Session 2 | Jason Kuhlman
Main Session #2 at SMC 2026
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SMC 2026 | Main Session 1 | Jason Kuhlman
Main Session #1 at SMC 2026.
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Enduring Hardships
Hardship is unavoidable, but it doesn't have to break you. In this breakout, we'll explore how to endure life's hardest moments with hope, steadiness, and even joy through the strength Christ provides. You'll learn 5 simple habits to practice when hardship comes, along with 3 common ways we make...
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Anxiety: Put Out The Fire
Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Like anxiety is running your life? What if anxiety isn't actually the problem, but a signal pointing to something deeper? Join us as we unpack Jesus' words in Matthew 6 and learn how to identify the real source of our anxiety - and how to finally put out the fire.
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Unfiltered: God's Design for Our Sexuality - Women's Breakout
No filters. No clichés. Just a real look at what God designed sexuality to be. His way is better than the mixed messages we get from culture, TikTok, and our own experiences. Come ready to hear an unfiltered perspective on our bodies, desires, and relationships.
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Blind Faith or Solid Ground?
Is the Bible reliable, or has it been changed over time? Is Jesus a real historical figure or just a religious idea? In this breakout, we'll explore why Christians can trust the Bible, how it holds up historically, and what both biblical and non-biblical sources say about Jesus' life, death, and...
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More Than A Mirror
We spend our lives chasing a reflection. Social media, campus, and culture have all kinds of opinions on what is beautiful, and those opinions tend to have a major impact on our lives. How can we ever keep up with the standards? What if real beauty can't be seen in a mirror at all? Come hear what...
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Connected with Christ in a Disconnected World
In a world full of noise, notifications, and nonstop demands, come learn practical ways to remain deeply connected to Christ in everyday life.
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How Do I Pray?
Between endless group chats, packed schedules, parties, practices, and a world that never slows down, how do you actually find time to pray? And when you do, where do you even start? This establisher is for anyone who's ever wanted a real prayer life but felt too busy, too distracted, or just...
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The God You Think You Know
Most of us carry around some picture of God shaped by church, parents, TikTok theologians, or our own assumptions. But what if some of those ideas aren't actually true? In this establisher, we'll dive into what Scripture says about God's character and explore how a distorted view of God affects…
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6-7: Memorizing what Matters
Most of us assume we're just "not good at memorizing", especially when it comes to the Bible. But what if the real issue isn't ability, it's motivation? In this breakout, we'll look at why Scripture memory is for everyone, not just people who grew up in church or are especially smart.
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Champagne and Cocaine
Can Christians drink? Is getting drunk really that big of a deal? What about smoking? Let's get real about drugs, alcohol, and how Christians live differently.
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Creation vs Evolution
Science vs Scripture. Genesis vs. your biology textbook. Dinosaurs??? Ever feel caught in the trial of the century with no idea which side to take? If you've ever wondered whether you have to choose between your brain and your Bible, this breakout is for you. We'll put the evidence on the stand,...
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How to Decide When You Don't Know What to Do
We make thousands of decisions every day - some small, some life-changing. In a world of endless options and constant pressure, how do you decide in a way that actually honors God? This breakout will give you a simple, biblical framework to help you make wise, God-honoring decisions even when the...
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Predestination and Free Will: Friends or Enemies?
Does God choose us or do we choose him? How much of my life does he control? Does God know which breakout I'm going to choose? This topic has been debated for centuries, and while we may not settle it in one hour, we will search the scriptures to begin answering these questions and more!
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God's Directions After Graduation
Most upperclassmen ask, "What job do I want?" but Jesus asks a better question: "What life will you live?" This workshop explores what God's will is for us and why "calling" is about obedience before occupation. You will be challenged to assess whether your current plans are building God's…
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Parental Advisory: Win at Home
College is a time meant for building your adult life. However, it can frequently feel like your parents are still running the show. The tension is real; you want to run your own life and make your own decisions, but you need to do it without constant guilt trips or high-stakes family conflict. We...
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The Test of True Belief
Am I going to heaven? Is it possible to know for sure that I have a relationships with Jesus? How do I know if my faith is enough? These are questions many people wrestle with - often without feeling the freedom to voice them. Together, we'll examine faith honestly and biblically, seeking clarity...
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How to Talk the Walk
Sharing your faith can come with hold ups and difficulties. The world tells us to keep quiet, but God wants us to be loud with our faith. God has been using people for generations to make him known, and he wants to use your life to do the same. Come learn why we should share our faith, and how to...
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Forging Friendships that Last
College is a unique season to build deep friendships that stand the test of time. Yet too often, we experience friendships that are built on convenience, conditions, or circumstances - making them feel shallow or temporary. In this breakout, we'll look at Biblical principles about resilient...
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Death by Doom-Scroll
Do you begin and end your day with a good doom-scroll? Ever find it difficult to be separate from your phone? Maybe you want to get a grip on phone usage and just can't, or maybe you don't think it's a problem at all. How we interact with our phones and social media affects our depth with God,...
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Emotional Roadtrip - Women's Breakout
College can feel like an emotional roadtrip - unexpected turns, warning lights flashing, and moments where you're not sure whether to keep driving or pull over. We'll explore how emotions are meant to be signals, not the steering wheel, and can lead us down the road of abundant life that Jesus...
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What if God isn't like that? - Women's Breakout
Culture tells us that the way we experience relationships with men shapes the way we love, trust, and relate - Taylor Swift has been singing about that for years. Scripture tells us something just as true: the way we see God as Father shapes everything. This breakout is for the girl who's tired…
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Always Wanting More - Women's Breakout
Do you ever feel like no matter what you achieve, earn, or experience, it's still not enough? In college, it's easy to believe the next achievement, relationship, or opportunity will finally make us satisfied. But discontentment will keep us always wanting more. In this breakout, we'll look at…
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Godly Character: What would Jesus do?
"What would Jesus do?" has become a slogan. But Jesus didn't come to give us a catchphrase, he came to shape our character and our hearts. Join us as we look at what it really means to live like Jesus and why godly character matters now more than ever.
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Just Started Following Christ... Now What?
Just started following Christ? Curious about what this decision actually looks like? Come check out this breakout where you will learn the foundations of the faith and a playbook on how to thrive in your fresh relationship with God!
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"Sorry God... I don't have time"
Do you feel constantly overwhelmed - so many things you want to do, but not enough time to do them? Does your schedule already feel stretched to the limit? And somewhere along the way, you find yourself asking, "How do I fit God into all of this?" Without a plan, busyness will master us, and the...
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The Relationships Playbook
Relationships today feel confusing for a reason: most of us are trying to figure them out as we go without a game plan. Situationships, mixed signals, hookups, and heartbreak have become normal, but that's not the only way. In this breakout, we'll be your coaches and unpack The Relationships...
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Bad Beats
Sports gambling is everywhere - fantasy leagues, parlays, prop bets. It feels fun, competitive, and harmless... until it isn't. Behind every wager is the potential for a real-life bad beat: rising stress, distraction from what matters, quiet regret, creeping addiction, or a slow shift in where…
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The Character of Heroes - Spencor Askren
What do heroes like Captain America, Harriet Tubman and Abraham Lincoln all have in common? UNSHAKEABLE CHARACTER! Character is what sets heroes apart and it also distinguishes heroes of the faith. If you want to experience more of God and have a huge impact for him, come and learn about the...
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Predestination and Free Will: Finding Balance in the Debate - Matt Pace
Does God sovereignly guide every aspect of our lives, or do we possess genuine freedom to choose? How do these two ideas coexist, and can they be reconciled? Does it have to be either or? This debate has persisted for centuries, and while we may not resolve it fully in an hour, we’ll gain…
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Failure to Launch - Jeremy Leach
This isn't about an early 2000's Matthew McConaughey movie. This breakout is geared toward preparing juniors and seniors to launch into the post-grad world with some practical ways to apply the heart, vision, and skills they learned in college to walk with God and make disciples for the rest of...
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Creation vs. Evolution - Joe Boone
Ever wondered how life began? Is Genesis 1 just an ancient story, or could it be true? Where does science fit into the picture? If you’ve ever wrestled with these questions, you’re not alone. Join us as we explore compelling answers to the creation vs. evolution debate through a biblical...
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Can the Bible Survive Science? - Stephen Click
Can science and history support belief in God, the Bible, and the resurrection? In this session, we’ll examine the “evidence” as if we were a jury—hearing testimony from scientific principles, eyewitness accounts, archaeology, and fulfilled prophecies. Come discover a reasoned foundation for the...
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Scripture Memory - Grant Boxwell
What’s the spiritual discipline that arguably gives the greatest return for someone’s spiritual growth? Come get trained on how to hide God’s Word in your heart and begin to experience Him change your life.
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Too Busy for God - Corey Makeever
We've all heard it. We all say it. But what if our commonly described "busy" lives are keeping us from a life of true meaning that God has for us? Let's talk about time and how God can fit into our busy schedules.
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Pure Manhood - Justin Ferguson
Every man faces a battle, but the war for purity is one of the toughest we'll fight. In this talk we'll uncover the truth about porn and how it's sabotoging your mind, relationships and your purpose. The question is—are you ready to get in the fight and become the man God desires you to be? Let's...
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The Fundamentals of the Faith
Whether you just started following Jesus or it just feels like that's true — this breakout is for you! Come learn the fundamentals of the faith in such a way that will have you off the bench and in the game in no time!
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Other Religions vs Christianity - Matt Smith
What about other religions? Is Jesus really the only way? We'll look at some key differences other religions teach from Christianity and why it matters. We'll discuss beliefs in other gods and views of the afterlife. Ultimatley, can we logically have any confidence that Jesus is the one true way?
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Follow the Leader - Will Petermann
A lot of people think the Bible is just one big rule book, but what if it's the key to living the life God has created you to live? God has given us an assignment to obey Him. Come learn why we should obey and a practical tool to use to apply God's Word to our lives.
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How to Overcome Anxiety - Dave Edwards
Anxiety. Everyone feels it, few overcome it. Does God actually care about my anxiety? Can He really help me experience peace? The internet is FULL of advice for finding peace, but what actually works? Join me as we discover how to overcome anxiety together.
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Beyond Obedience - Kyle Sisney
The Bible tells us to obey our parents, but does that change when we head to college and gain more freedom? How do we balance independence with obedience to our parents as young adults? Whether your relationship with your parents is strong, strained, or somewhere in between, come learn practical...
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Under the Influence - Drew Barnett
How far is too far? What does the Bible actually say about drugs and alcohol? Jesus drank wine, so why can't I? Come find out the TRUTH of what God has to say about the influence of drugs and alcohol on our lives.
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Digital Detox - Cooper Cadle
Feeling overwhelmed by your phone and social media? This seemingly harmless habit may be preventing you from experiencing true, deep joy in Jesus. Learn practical strategies to establish healthy boundaries and create a more balanced, mindful relationship with technology.
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Jesus's Method of Ministry - Jacob Brown
Jesus gave His disciples and every christian that would ever live specific instructions on how to be leaders that would influence the world. What did these twelve men do that completely changed the world, and how are we supposed to do the same? Come learn the simple ways the disciples replicated...
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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...
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Get in the Game - Luke Amen
God is advancing His Kingdom on your campus and all over the world. It’s easy to sit back and let others take the lead, but God is calling YOU to step into the game. Are you ready to move from the sidelines to the frontlines? Learn how to practically share your faith on campus with the people...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
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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