The 9941 Podcast
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The 9941 Podcast is a weekly faith conversation hosted by Granger Smith, Tyler Smith, Parker Smith, and Anthony Lay, rooted in the words of Jesus from Luke 15:4 - “What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he has lost one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the open country, and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it?”That is the mission of this podcast: to share the Gospel and pursue the one who feels lost or far from God. Through honest conversation, Scripture, and real-life stories, The 9941 Podcast points hearts back to Christ and the joy found in redemption. New episodes release every Monday morning at 6:00 a.m.
Episodes
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Jim Caviezel: Tried and Abandoned by His Own Industry
Jim Caviezel joins Granger Smith, AntMan, Tyler, and Parker as the first guest on the 9941 Podcast. Known for The Passion of the Christ and Sound of Freedom, Jim discusses his new film, Ghost Soldier, and shares a deeply personal account of how encountering God’s love changed the direction of his...
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3 Gods? NO. One God!
Is Jesus God? What does Yahweh mean? And how can the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit be three distinct persons, yet one God? This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, AntMan, Tyler, and Parker tackle a listener’s question about the deity of Jesus that opens up a conversation about the Trinity....
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Halloween Is Getting Out of Control!
What does it really mean to be born again? And can your past disqualify you from God’s forgiveness? This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, Tyler Smith, Parker Smith, and AntMan tackle listener questions about divorce and remarriage, salvation, and the difference between growing up in…
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Why Trying Harder to Forgive Never Works
Why is forgiveness so hard—and what does it have to do with a fig tree? In Episode 41 of the 9941 PODCAST, Amber joins the crew for a conversation about biblical forgiveness, faith in God, and what it means to love your enemies. Starting in Mark 11, we explore Jesus cursing the fig tree…
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What They Won’t Tell You About The Tesla Robot!
How should Christians respond to artificial intelligence, humanoid robots, and an uncertain future? In Episode 40 of the 9941 PODCAST, Granger, AntMan, Tyler, and Parker explore AI and faith, Tesla Optimus robots, and what advancing technology could mean for work, relationships, and human…
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The Lie You Believe About Rest!
What does the Bible actually say about rest, work, the Sabbath, and how Christians should treat Sunday? This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, AntMan, Parker, and Tyler wrestle through what it means to honor the Lord’s Day in a culture that never seems to slow down. From Sunday youth…
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Stop Baptizing People!
Does baptism save you? Should you get baptized again if you were baptized before truly coming to faith in Jesus? In Episode 38 of the 9941 PODCAST, Granger Smith and the guys discuss baptism, salvation, and what it means to be born again. Through personal testimonies and a conversation grounded…
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You Might Hate Me For This!
What does “faith over fear” really mean—and who are we putting our faith in? In Episode 37 of the 9941 PODCAST, Granger and the guys explore biblical faith, the fear of God, and the difference between trusting Jesus Christ and simply believing everything will work out. From popular Christian...
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The Dating Advice Nobody Wants to Hear
What does Christian dating actually look like in a culture that treats relationships, sex and marriage very differently than Scripture does? This week, the guys start with Tyler’s unexpected history on The Bachelorette and what really happens behind the scenes on reality dating shows. That...
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The Lie I Believed About God!
What if the beliefs you’ve always accepted are quietly keeping you from truly knowing God? In this episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger, AntMan, Parker & Tyler unpack Poison in the Well, Granger’s new book examining the toxic beliefs that once kept him from the living water of Jesus. They discuss...
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The Thing You Can’t Live Without
Can good thing like your career, ministry, family, hobbies, or even serving God, become idols? In this episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith and the crew explore how to recognize when a God-given gift begins competing with God for your identity, security, and attention. Through honest…
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Can Christians Take Steroids?
What does it mean to age faithfully in a culture obsessed with staying young? This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, AntMan, Tyler, and Parker explore testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), gray hair, modern medicine, body stewardship, and the Christian response to aging and mortality....
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They’re Watching Christians!
How can Christians move from simply hearing God’s Word on Sunday to living it out every day? In Episode 32 of the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Parker, and the team examine how churches can overcome a consumer mindset and help believers become doers of the Word. They discuss the importance of biblical...
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Can Christians Smoke Weed?
A listener writes in struggling to quit marijuana, torn between wanting to stop and feeling like she can't. Granger, AntMan, Tyler, and Parker dig into what the Bible actually says about being "sober minded," the difference between medical use and using a substance to numb pain, and how to tell…
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Your Body Is NOT Your Own!
What does the Bible say about physical fitness? This week on the 9941 Podcast, the guys explore the connection between exercise, self-control, and personal holiness—and how Christians can steward their bodies to serve others and glorify God without making fitness an idol. Follow the show…
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What Does the Bible Say About Suicide?
This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger, AntMan, Tyler, and Parker tackle one of the hardest questions a Christian can ask: What does the Bible say about suicide? Together, they explore what Scripture teaches about suffering, depression, hope, spiritual warfare, mental anguish, and the value of...
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You Can’t Keep Sinning and Call It Grace!
This week's episode of the 9941 Podcast explores the difference between cheap grace and costly grace. Granger, Tyler, and Parker discuss repentance, God's holiness, the seriousness of sin, and why true faith produces a life that increasingly pursues Christ rather than excuses sin. Drawing from...
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How Should Christians Think About Social Media?
Is social media helping your life or quietly stealing your attention? This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, Tyler, Parker, and AntMan answer a listener’s question about using social media for work while protecting your heart and mind. They discuss practical ways to set healthy boundaries,...
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What Makes a REAL Worship Song?
What makes a worship song truly biblical? This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, Parker, and AntMan tackle one of the biggest conversations in today’s church: should worship songs be chosen for how they make us feel, or for how faithfully they proclaim the gospel? From classic hymns to...
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I Got in Trouble For This!
What happens when a well intentioned evangelism tool starts shaping the way we think about Jesus? In this episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, Parker, and AntMan tackle the growing trend of the “Little Jesus” figurines and ask an important question: Are we unintentionally reducing the...
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You’re Thinking About Revival Wrong!
What is true revival, and can it be manufactured by people? In this episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, and Parker tackle a sensitive but important conversation about revival, baptism, and the difference between a genuine move of God and man-made revivalism. Drawing from church history,...
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Why Are Christians Obsessed With This?
In this episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, AntMan, Tyler, and Parker tackle one of the Bible’s most debated topics: the Nephilim of Genesis 6. Are they giants? Fallen beings? Something else entirely? Rather than chasing speculation, the conversation explores what Scripture actually says,...
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Hollywood Is Ruining the Bible!
Could aliens exist? Why are so many people fascinated by the idea of higher intelligence beyond our world? And what does the Bible have to say about it? This week on the 99.41 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, Parker, and AntMan dive into the buzz surrounding the upcoming film Disclosure Day and explore…
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Losing Control Changed Everything!
This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, Amber Smith, and The AntMan welcome Christian music artist Anne Wilson for a powerful conversation about faith, grief, purpose, spiritual warfare, and what it means to boldly follow Jesus in today’s culture. Anne shares her personal testimony of…
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Fox News Was Wrong About Me!
In this Memorial Day episode of the 99 for 1 Podcast, Granger Smith, AntMan, Tyler, and Parker tackle the recent Fox News headline claiming "fame can become poison" and explain why that framing misses the gospel entirely. Granger unpacks his upcoming book, Poison in the Well: 11 Toxins That Kept…
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Men Only Want One Thing...
This week on the 9941 Podcast, Parker is out welcoming a new baby, and Preston Duffy steps in for an honest, vulnerable conversation about singleness, temptation, lust, relationships, and what men are truly searching for in a woman. Granger, Tyler, Preston, and the AntMan dig into Proverbs 31,...
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This Changes Everything!
This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, and Parker unpack a powerful listener email that perfectly captures the heart behind the podcast: reaching “the one.” After hearing a message about cultural Christianity and realizing his faith was only surface deep, one listener shares how God...
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How Do I Know I'm Called To Ministry?
In this episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, Parker and AntMan dive into one of the most common and misunderstood questions in the Christian life: How do I know if I’m called to ministry? What starts as a conversation about calling quickly turns into a powerful discussion on faith,...
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What Should We Do When God Tests Us?
When life falls apart, what do you actually do? In this week's episode, Granger, Tyler, and Parker and The AntMan tackle one of the most common questions Granger gets asked on the road: "How do you stay strong in the storms of life?" The guys break down why the answer is more practical — and more...
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You Asked For This!
In this week’s episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, Parker, and AntMan dive into some of the most common and challenging questions people ask about faith, God, and suffering. Fresh off a speaking event, Granger shares real questions from a live Q&A session, including: Why does God seem...
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What Happened in Iran is in the Bible! (revised)
In this powerful episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, Parker, and AntMan dive into a gripping real-world story that perfectly reflects the heart behind the podcast’s mission: leaving the 99 to find the one. The conversation centers around a dramatic rescue mission involving a downed U.S....
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I'd Rather Quit Than Do This!
This week on the 9941 Podcast, the crew is joined by longtime friend Marshall for a powerful, post-Easter conversation that digs deeper than the typical “empty tomb” message. What happens when we slow down and truly consider both Good Friday and Easter Sunday—not just the victory of the...
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The Greatest Human Need!
In this powerful episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, Tyler Smith, Parker Smith, and special guest Amber dive into one of life’s most formative seasons—middle school—and the lasting impact of fatherhood, identity, and faith. The conversation explores how early experiences shape confidence,...
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Is The Bible True?
In this powerful episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith and the crew tackle a big question many people wrestle with: Can we truly trust the Bible? Drawing from 2 Peter 1:16–21, this conversation breaks down the reliability, authority, and truth of Scripture in a world filled with skepticism…
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Every Christian Needs To Hear This!
What does it really mean to not be conformed to the world? In this episode of the 99 For One Podcast, Granger Smith and the crew dive deep into Romans 12:2 and explore the biblical call to be transformed by the renewing of your mind. The conversation moves beyond surface-level Christianity and…
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What's The REAL War In Iran?
In this episode of the 9941 Podcast, the team tackles the rapidly unfolding conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, discussing the military events, political implications, and spiritual realities surrounding the situation. Joined by special guests Travis and Ed—who has deep ties…
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Does The Bible Talk About “Little Green Men?”
In Episode 8 of the 9941 Podcast, Granger and the guys tackle a question that’s been buzzing across headlines and social media: Are aliens real—and does the Bible say anything about “little green men”? Sparked by recent comments from political leaders and the renewed conversation around UFOs and...
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Islam in our Public Schools! How Should Christians Respond?
In this episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, Tyler, Parker and AntMan tackle a headline out of Wylie, Texas that sparked strong reactions across the Christian community. When an Islamic group was allowed to set up a table in a public high school cafeteria, questions about faith, fear…
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Can Christians Cuss?
In Episode 6 of the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, Parker, and AntMan tackle a bold and often uncomfortable question: Can Christians cuss? After a CNN article claimed that swearing may signal intelligence, creativity, and honesty, the guys break down those cultural arguments and compare them...
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How Should Christians Feel About ICE?
In this episode of the 99 for One Podcast, Granger, Tyler, Parker, and AntMan take on one of the most challenging and controversial topics facing Christians today: immigration, ICE, and the role of government—through a biblical lens. Rather than approaching the issue through politics or cultural...
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On Line Church IS NOT Church!
In this week’s episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, Parker, and AntMan take on a bold and necessary conversation: Is online church actually church? Rooted in Scripture and real-life pastoral experience, the discussion challenges modern assumptions about faith practiced in isolation and...
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The Dangers of AI Soulmates
In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, Parker and AntMan tackle a rapidly growing cultural trend: AI girlfriends, boyfriends, and digital soulmates. What starts as a discussion about emerging AI companion technology quickly becomes a deep, biblical...
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How Should Christians Feel About Nicotine?
Episode 2 of the 9941 Podcast tackles a question many Christians quietly wrestle with: How should believers think about nicotine? In an honest, Scripture-centered conversation, Granger Smith, Tyler Smith, Parker Smith, and AntMan explore the difference between Christian freedom and spiritual...
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Was Leaving Country Music Worth It?
Welcome to the very first episode of the 9941 Podcast—a faith-centered conversation rooted in the words of Jesus and the mission to leave the ninety-nine to find the one. In this debut episode, Granger Smith, Tyler Smith, Parker Smith, and The AntMan introduce the heart behind 9941 and explain…
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This Is The End. (Not Click Bait)
This episode marks the end of a chapter. After more than eight years, Granger and AntMan sit down to look back on the journey of the Granger Smith Podcast, from recording early episodes on a tour bus to conversations that grew deeper through grief, faith, and personal change. They reflect on the...
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Avoid This To Have A Merry Christmas!
This week, Granger and AntMan talk honestly about why the holidays feel more stressful than peaceful for so many people today. What used to be a season of rest now feels rushed, chaotic, and noisy, and the guys explore what’s behind that shift. Their conversation leads to a surprising place: the...
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"He Was A Tyrant And Emotionally Toxic!"
In this Friday Q&A, Granger tackles two thoughtful emails that deal with the power of language and the challenges of building a Christ-centered home. First, he responds to a listener who struggles with Christians using phrases like “been through hell” and questions whether this language honors…
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Why Should We Bring More Kids Into This Dark World?
This week, Granger sits down with Jim Daly, president of Focus on the Family, for a heartfelt conversation about faith, family, and the work God is doing through everyday people. Granger shares how Focus on the Family shaped his own upbringing, even playing a voice message from his mom describing...
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Stop Hoping She’ll Come Back
In this Friday Q&A, Granger answers two listener questions with honesty, clarity, and a whole lot of real-life wisdom. First, he explains why he teaches his kids to say “yes sir” and “yes ma’am,” how it ties back to his own upbringing, and why he sees it as an act of love that prepares them for...
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Who Has A "Talk Me Down" Video?
Granger reacts to a viral video about fighting temptation, focusing on the battle against pornography and why this struggle has to be treated with the seriousness of a war. He talks through the weight of sin, the reality that Christ absorbed God’s wrath on our behalf, and the practical steps...
About this show
The 9941 Podcast is a weekly faith conversation hosted by Granger Smith, Tyler Smith, Parker Smith, and Anthony Lay, rooted in the words of Jesus from Luke 15:4 - “What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he has lost one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the open country, and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it?”That is the mission of this podcast: to share the Gospel and pursue the one who feels lost or far from God. Through honest conversation, Scripture, and real-life stories, The 9941 Podcast points hearts back to Christ and the joy found in redemption. New episodes release every Monday morning at 6:00 a.m.
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