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  • Kiss and Tell

    Has the hookup culture ever left you feeling confused or unfulfilled? You're not alone. Come hear how the hookup culture is affecting us and what God has to say about it!

    Questions to consider:

    • What do you think girls look for in hookups?
    • Have you ever experienced a broken relationship because of hookup culture? Or known someone else that has?
    • “Sexual purity isn’t a state, it's a pursuit.” How does viewing sexual purity this way help you think differently about your own purity moving forward?
    • Scripture Referenced:

      • Psalm 37:4
      • Genesis 2:24
      • Ephesians 5:3
      • 1 Thessalonians 4:3
      • John 8
      • John 10:10
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        Podcaster: Val Edwards

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        This is a women only breakout session from SMC 2021 (Student Mobilization Conference)

        34 min
      • Champagne and Cocaine

        We've all been told that drugs and alcohol are a part of the college experience. Nobody wants to miss out! But what if God has something even better for us? Come find out what God has to say about drugs and alcohol.

        Questions to consider:

        • Why do drink alcohol/do drugs?
        • What is God’s opinion about drugs and alcohol?
        • What are you searching for in drugs and alcohol?
        • What does God want you to do? What is keeping you from obeying Him?
        • What is your next step?
        • Scripture referenced:

          • Ecclesiastes 2
          • Proverbs 23:29-35
          • John 1:12
          • Ephesians 5:18
          • 2 Corinthians 5:15
          • Galatians 5:22-23
          • 1 Corinthians 6:12
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            Podcaster: Dave Edwards

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            This is a breakout session from SMC 2021 (Student Mobilization Conference)

            32 min
          • Ok, Boomer.

            90% of the time you'll ever spend with your parents is already behind you, so it can be confusing what role they should play in your life. Are they still all up in your business, making decisions for you - or do they feel distant and unengaged? Whether you have a great or strained relationship with your parents, come find out why we need to be independent but still honor, serve, care for, and love them well.

            Questions to consider:

            • What do you currently love and respect about your parents?
            • What are some frustrations that you currently have with your parents?
            • What do you think are the frustrations they might have  with you?
            • Which of the mentioned parents descriptions  connects most with your experience growing up?
            • What are ways you’ve experienced either yourself or others act more like a child needing a parent rather than an adult living independently?
            • How do you think these clarifying conversations with your parents will benefit your relationship with them?
            • In what ways have you felt pressure from your parents to take a certain path in life?
            • Scripture referenced:

              • Luke 2:41-52
              • Role of a parent:

                • Proverbs 22:6
                • Proverbs 29:15
                • Isaiah 38:19
                • Proverbs 4:3
                • 2 Corinthians 12:14
                • Psalm 127:4-5
                • Role of a child:

                  • Exodus 20:12
                  • Luke 18:29-30
                  • Ephesians 6:1
                  • Colossians 3:20
                  • 1 Timothy 5:4
                  • Leviticus 19:3
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                    Podcaster: Jacob Brown

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                    This is a breakout session from SMC 2021 (Student Mobilization Conference)

                    54 min
                  • Living Legend

                    Do you want to impact the world? What did Jesus say is the greatest way to do this? Make disciples. In this breakout, we'll give you a clear picture of what it takes to leave a legacy that lasts.

                    Questions to Consider:

                    • When you get to the end of your life, what do you want to be known for?
                    • Who are people with a legacy you want to emulate?
                    • Who is someone you are currently investing in and what stage are you at with them?
                    • What step can you take this week/month/year to make disciples?
                    • Scripture Referenced:

                      • Matthew 28:18-20
                      • Matthew 4:19
                      • Romans 9:3
                      • 1 Thessalonians 2:8, 11-12
                      • 3 John 1:4
                      • Galatians 4:19
                      • 2 Timothy 2:2
                      • Colossians 1:28
                      • Revelation 4:10-11
                      • Resources:

                        • The Fuel and the Flame by Steve Shadrach and Paul Worcester
                        • The Master Plan of Evangelism by Robert Coleman
                        • One Thing You Can’t Do in Heaven SMC 2021 podcast
                        • I just trusted in Christ... Now what? SMC 2021 podcast
                        • Faith in the Real World SMC 2021 podcast
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                          Podcasters: Corey Makeever & Austin Leonard

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                          This is a breakout session from SMC 2021 (Student Mobilization Conference)

                          32 min
                        • The Problem of Suffering

                          If 2020 has shown us anything, it's that this world has a whole lot of evil, suffering, and death. From pandemics to wildfires, life seems filled with destruction. If God is so good, how could he allow terrible things to happen? Come learn why bad things are allowed to happen and what God is doing about it.

                          Questions to consider:

                          • Is this a good Argument? Discuss with the people to you why or why not.
                          • If not, what do you think is wrong?
                          • What reasons do you think God might have for allowing evil?
                          • Scripture referenced:

                            • Isaiah 40:28-29
                            • Romans 11:33-36
                            • Job 38:1-5; 18
                            • John 17:3
                            • Job 1:8
                            • 1 Peter 4:12-18
                            • James 1:2-3
                            • Romans 5:3-5
                            • 2 Corinthians 4:17-18
                            • Isaiah 43:2-3
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                              Podcaster: Hunter Smithpeters

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                              This is a breakout session from SMC 2021 (Student Mobilization Conference)

                              41 min
                            • The Anxiety Pandemic

                              Grades? A relationship? The future? Are you anxious? Us too. Anxiety is the most treated condition among college students today. Come find a prescription to deal with stress and anxiety in your life.

                              Questions to consider:

                              • How has stress and anxiety affected you?
                              • What are the things in your life that often worry you or cause you stress? Why do these things cause you to worry?
                              • (Take some time to practice processing your emotions or any anxiety you might be experiencing)
                              • What are some specific steps you need to take in your life right now to begin living a kingdom lifestyle?
                              • Scripture referenced:

                                • Matthew 6:24-33
                                • Matthew 26:36-46
                                • Resources:

                                  Books:

                                  • The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer
                                  • Calm My Anxious Heart by Linda Dillow
                                  • Podcasts:

                                    • Becoming Something : Anxiety
                                    • The Porch : Finding Freedom from Anxiety
                                    • Out of Curiosity : Is Anxiety a Sin?
                                    • Passion City Church DC : Finding Relief from Anxiety
                                    • Passion City Church DC : Releasing Anxiety
                                    • Radical with David Platt : Jesus and Anxiety
                                    • The Village Church : Cultivating Delight
                                    • Bridgetown Audio Podcast : Jesus on Becoming a Non-Anxious Presence
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                                      Podcasters: Jacob Bookout & Leah Riner

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                                      This is a breakout session from SMC 2021 (Student Mobilization Conference)

                                      33 min
                                    • Trapped in My Mind

                                      Depression, loneliness, grief ... let's talk about it. Now that I'm growing in my faith, should I have it all together? If I'm seeking God, why do I feel this way? Does God see what I'm going through? Come find out what God's Word says about suffering & mental health. You won't regret it!

                                      Questions to consider:

                                      • What lies are you currently believing about God or yourself?
                                      • How are you coming to God in your emotional/mental distress?
                                      • How are you actively growing in your emotional awareness?
                                      • Are you fully trusting God with all areas of your life?
                                      • Are you allowing God to use suffering in your life to advance the gospel?
                                      • Application steps:

                                        • Battle Buddy: someone who knows 100% of your story, someone who can help you fight lies & temptations
                                        • Battle Verses: 3-5 quick truths from scripture you can memorize & pray over yourself - ex: “you will not leave me or forsake me"
                                        • Scripture referenced:

                                          • Isaiah 53:3
                                          • Psalm 34:18
                                          • Luke 13:4-5
                                          • 2 Corinthians 1:8-9
                                          • Hebrews 12:6-7
                                          • Romans 8:17
                                          • 1 Corinthians 1:3-5
                                          • Resources:

                                            • When the Darkness Will Not Lift by John Piper
                                            • Get Out of Your Head by Jennie Allen
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                                              Podcaster: Hallie Townsend

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                                              This is a breakout session from SMC 2021 (Student Mobilization Conference)

                                              38 min
                                            • Influencers

                                              What's the MOST important key to your faith and happiness? Both the Bible and psychologists agree! It's your friendships! Who is influencing your life the most? Let's talk about who our friendships should be with & how to do them the best possible way to maximize our faith!

                                              Questions to consider:

                                              • How have you seen friendships influence a person’s faith in your life?  In other people’s lives?
                                              • Who are some people you need to move in or out of your inner circle of influential friends?
                                              • Scripture Referenced:

                                                • Acts 2:42-47
                                                • Hebrews 10:24-25
                                                • Proverbs 27:6
                                                • 2 Timothy 4:2-5
                                                • 2 Samuel 14-18
                                                • 2 Timothy 3:10-11
                                                • Ecclesiastes 4:9-12
                                                • 1 Samuel 23:16
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                                                  Podcaster: Stephen Billings

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                                                  This is a breakout session from SMC 2021 (Student Mobilization Conference)

                                                  23 min
                                                • Satisfaction Guaranteed

                                                  Is satisfaction actually possible? Can I ever be truly content? What if the answer to both of these questions is YES! But how?? Come hear how to find both in college!

                                                  Questions to consider:

                                                  • What are some things that satisfy you?
                                                  • What is it gonna take for you to find your full satisfaction and contentment in Jesus?
                                                  • Scripture referenced:

                                                    • Philippians 4:10-13
                                                    • Romans 3:10
                                                    • Romans 3:23
                                                    • Romans 6:23
                                                    • 1 John 2:15-17
                                                    • Hebrews 13:5
                                                    • John 10:10
                                                    • Resources:

                                                      • Chasing Contentment by Erik Raymond
                                                      • Unsatisfied by Sean Vollendorf
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                                                        Podcaster: Morgan Garrard

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                                                        This is a breakout session from SMC 2021 (Student Mobilization Conference)

                                                        24 min
                                                      • So Confused rn

                                                        What is God's will for my life? How do I make wise decisions in every situation? How do I choose between two good options? Wise decision making is not as complicated as you think. Come learn principles that will give you the wisdom you've always wanted. Your future self will thank you!

                                                        Questions to consider:

                                                        • What is God’s will for my life?
                                                        • How do I make wise decisions in every situation?
                                                        • How do I choose between 2 good options?
                                                        • Scripture referenced:

                                                          • Deuteronomy 29:29
                                                          • Jeremiah 17:9
                                                          • Proverbs 15:22
                                                          • James 1:5
                                                          • Resources:

                                                            • Decision Making and the Will of God by Tommy Nelson
                                                            • Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets by Andy Stanley
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                                                              Podcaster: Danny Points

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                                                              This is a breakout session from SMC 2021 (Student Mobilization Conference)

                                                              34 min

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