In this episode, we explore what it really means to grow as a follower of Jesus. Is the Christian life simply about “letting go and letting God,” or does Scripture call believers to something more active? Together, we unpack the biblical meaning of sanctification and explore the balance between God’s transforming work in us and our call to pursue obedience, holiness, and spiritual growth. Send us a text with any questions or topics you'd love to hear us talk about!!

In this episode, we sit down with Luke Humphrey, one of Cross Church’s Discipleship Pastors, to talk about what discipleship actually looks like for young adults today. From navigating culture and community to learning how to intentionally follow Jesus, Luke shares practical wisdom for anyone wanting to grow deeper in their faith and help others do the same. Send us a text with any questions or topics you'd love to hear us talk about!!

In this episode, we get the opportunity to talk with Pablo Daut about what unity within a multi-cultural church context is! Pablo is the Cross Church Español Pastor at the Springdale campus and experiences what serving and leading in that context daily! Whether you work or live in an area that has many different cultures present or you don't, this episode will help you learn how you can make a step towards unity today! Send us a text with any questions or topics you'd love to hear us talk abo...

In this episode, we sit down with Ben Stoken and Jeremy Dixon to talk about what leadership really looks like in different seasons of life. Whether you’re serving behind the scenes or stepping out to lead from the front, they share their own experiences from a variety of roles and offer practical wisdom and tools to help you lead well, no matter what season you find yourself in. Send us a text with any questions or topics you'd love to hear us talk about!!

In this week's episode, hosts Katelyn, Sammy, and Nathan along with special guest, Tyler McGruder, tackle one of the most relevant conversations for young adults in faith today — what it really looks like to go through a season of deconstruction in your beliefs. In this episode the gang leans into the tension and confusion that can come when our assumptions about God, the church, and identity start getting questioned and create a space where they unpack different doubts, questions, cultural p...

In this week's episode, Katelyn, Sammy and Nathan lean into one of the most relatable and quietly frustrating parts of faith: what happens when you pray and nothing seems to change. This conversation speaks directly to young adults who are asking God for direction in relationships, career moves, healing, or clarity — and feel like they’re met with silence. Rather than offering surface-level answers, they unpack the tension between expectation and trust, talk honestly about seasons of waiting,...

In this week’s episode of The Social Podcast, Sammy, Nathan, and Katelyn are joined by special guest Tyler Palmer. The team returns with a fresh conversation about love, identity, and relationships with others. Hosted by the Social crew, this episode dives into what it really means to be loved; not just in fleeting feelings or romantic notions, but with the unconditional, unchanging love God offers. Send us a text with any questions or topics you'd love to hear us talk about!!

Anxiety is a reality many young adults face, but how does Christian counseling uniquely approach it? In this episode of The Social Podcast, Katelyn Love and Nathan Alvey are joined by special guests Julie Crawford, Director of Cross Church’s Counseling Ministry, and Sophia Vincent, a seminary student and mentor within the ministry. Books: Get Out of Your Head by Jennie Allen Winning the War in Your Mind by Craig Groeschel Don’t Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table by Louie Giglio Winning the...

Does theology really matter for young adults—or is it just for pastors and scholars? In this episode of The Social Podcast, Katelyn, Sammy, and Nathan host Matt Stewart to tackle that very question and unpack why theology isn’t abstract or intimidating, but deeply practical for everyday life and faith. Send us a text with any questions or topics you'd love to hear us talk about!!

This week, Sammy, Nathan, and KJ welcome special guest Noah Graves for an episode packed with stories, laughs, and thoughtful discussion on what it means to have a church plant mentality. Together, they explore how young adults can adopt a mindset of ownership, service, flexibility, and missional living—whether they’re part of a brand new church plant or a long-established ministry. The conversation is real, practical, and full of encouragement for anyone wanting to make a meaningful impact i...