SMC BRANSON

Have you ever wondered what the point of prayer is? And does it even work? Or does God hear my prayers and answer them? Have you asked yourself what it looks like to pray? And how can I fit it into my busy schedule?  This encounter will explain how a strong prayer life can help us take our relationship with God to the next level. We’ll walk away with some practical tips that help us enhance our prayer lives now in college, and for the rest of our lives!

It’s hard enough to commit school work to memory, let alone attempt to memorize verses from the Bible. And what's the point of memorizing it anyways? We will unpack why God tells us to have the bible on our hearts, how we can do that, and some practical ways to begin. Whether you have been memorizing the Bible for years or just starting out, this encounter will help to give you the motivation to keep God’s word on your heart for a lifetime!

Do you find the Bible boring or irrelevant? Have you tried reading the Bible but don’t know where to start? Ever wonder if it even applies to your life? Not anymore! Join us in learning how to enhance the Bible by reading and studying it for all it’s worth!

In our fast paced world, obligations and responsibilities can stack up so quickly, which often leaves us under the burden of feeling behind in life—stressed, anxious, and even guilty. Nobody enjoys that--no way! Rather than struggling to just make it, God wants us to make the most of every opportunity. In the Bible, He has given to us all the keys we need to unlock the potential in every day. Let’s learn how to make each one count!

It is so easy to get excited about having the ticket to the big game or concert, so how much more excited should we be that we have the ticket to heaven through the gospel AND that we can share that ticket with our friends and family? Too awkward? Too weird? Too uncomfortable? Come learn how to share the gospel with those closest to us!

Streets of gold? Lake houses everywhere? Endless buffet of Chick Fil A? However you picture heaven, this breakout will break down some truths in scripture of what Heaven will actually be like! Come learn what it truly means to rest in peace!

People talk about a relationship with God all the time, but how can you actually know God on a personal level? God is actually eager to know you better than you know your best friend or family members! Come see how this relationship is possible and how to practically get to know God on a deeper level.

How do I help someone else grow in their faith & become a spiritual leader?

Is it actually possible to live out my faith and be in Greek Life at the same time? Come learn some tips on how doable it actually is and see that the Bible may have more to say about it than you might think.

Nobody gets how much you have on your plate. School, social life, relationships, career plans.. it never ends. COVID has shaken our plans and taken anxiety to a whole new level. Come learn how to deal with stress and anxiety and have true peace in a world that seems to be stressed out!