Young, Dumb, & Trying

Bay Hope Church

Two Young guys, who CAN be Dumb sometimes, and are Trying to make sense of the world we see around us. Come and join us on this journey! ********** A Bay Hope Church Podcast Email: hello@bayhope.com read less
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Episodes

Ep. 7 – Let's Talk About . . . Jesus?
Aug 15 2023
Ep. 7 – Let's Talk About . . . Jesus?
On this seventh episode, Stephen and Austin talk about one of the most commonly misunderstood words (according to their limited experience) within the Church today. That word is EVANGELISM.First, what is "evangelism," and WHY in the world are they talking about it?Austin and Stephen  see "evangelism" not just as something that Christians say or do, but rather it refers to the WAY in which we live our WHOLE LIVES towards God.They talk about all of this and MORE on this seventh conversation on the Young, Dumb, and Trying Podcast!**********We all have those NAGGING QUESTIONS that make us stop and ASK, "What's life all about anyway?"But we believe that stopping to ask those "tough questions" are GOOD! Asking these questions is the "hard work" it takes to LEARN and GROW.And we've designed this podcast to be a place to do JUST THAT.Join Austin and Stephen on the Young, Dumb, and Trying Podcast!**********SHOW NOTES:11:15 – Tyler Staton Teachings: Bridgetown Church (https://bridgetown.church/teaching).19:35 – The Mission of God's People by Christopher J.H. Wright (https://www.amazon.com/Mission-Gods-People-Biblical-Theology/dp/0310291127/ref=sr_1_1?crid=WSWF2JU2QZ8N&keywords=the+mission+of+god%27s+people+by+christopher+wright&qid=1692026560&sprefix=mission+of+God%27s+people%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-1).20:05 – Story of Abraham: Genesis 12:1-3 NLT (https://www.bible.com/bible/116/GEN.12.NLT).21:56 – "Faith and Works": James 2:14-26 NLT (https://www.bible.com/bible/116/JAS.2.NLT).31:10 – "The Rich Young Ruler": Luke 18:18-30 NLT.(https://www.bible.com/bible/116/LUK.18.NLT).39:15 – Autobiography of George Müller (https://www.amazon.com/George-Müller-Bristol-Prayer-Faith/dp/1611045185/ref=sr_1_4?crid=11TJ5RNUH9OAC&keywords=biography+of+george+mueller&qid=1692026736&sprefix=biography+of+george+%2Caps%2C117&sr=8-4).**********Like, comment, & subscribe to stay updated with our latest Bay Hope content!Plan a visit to one of our physical OR online campuses at https://www.bayhope.church/campusesFOLLOW Bay Hope Church:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bayhopechurch/Twitter - https://twitter.com/bayhopechurchFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/bayhopechurc... - https://www.bayhope.comLIVE services - https://live.bayhope.com*****Ready to grow in your faith, connect with new friends, and get in a group? Head over to our Online Campus Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/bayho...Looking for LIVE services? Follow us at https://live.bayhope.com
Ep. 6 – Why Does God Seem DISTANT Now?
Jul 20 2023
Ep. 6 – Why Does God Seem DISTANT Now?
On this sixth episode, Stephen and Austin talk about one common experience a lot of Christians face today: Why does God seem DISTANT?For a lot of people who call themselves Christians, they can probably think back to ONE MOMENT (most likely at a camp or church service) where God seemed to be speaking SO CLEARLY to them.But, what happens when that moment ends? What happens when LIFE starts to get in the way of that experience? Does it mean that God has LEFT?Austin and Stephen talk about all of that and MORE about the role of God's GRACE in these questions on this sixth conversation on the Young, Dumb, and Trying Podcast!**********We all have those NAGGING QUESTIONS that make us stop and ASK, "What's life all about anyway?"But we believe that stopping to ask those "tough questions" are GOOD! Asking these questions is the "hard work" it takes to LEARN and GROW.And we've designed this podcast to be a place to do JUST THAT.Join Austin and Stephen on the Young, Dumb, and Trying Podcast!**********SHOW NOTES:34:15 – "Thin (Live)" by Housefires (https://open.spotify.com/track/70ZsmRgOeplJ5AqQwEMFte?si=90b5782c94884644)**********Like, comment, & subscribe to stay updated with our latest Bay Hope content!Plan a visit to one of our physical OR online campuses at https://www.bayhope.church/campusesFOLLOW Bay Hope Church:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bayhopechurch/Twitter - https://twitter.com/bayhopechurchFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/bayhopechurc... - https://www.bayhope.comLIVE services - https://live.bayhope.com*****Ready to grow in your faith, connect with new friends, and get in a group? Head over to our Online Campus Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/bayho...Looking for LIVE services? Follow us at https://live.bayhope.com
Ep. 5 – In the End. . .What's the GOAL?
Jun 8 2023
Ep. 5 – In the End. . .What's the GOAL?
On this fifth episode, Stephen and Austin wanted to SHIFT GEARS, so to speak, from our REGULARLY scheduled program.Instead of talking about a specific THOUGHT or IDEA, they chat about what the GOAL is of their lives. In other words, WHY do Austin and Stephen do what they do? And how do they see themselves as fitting into God's "BIGGER PICTURE" in life?Join us for this fifth conversation on the Young, Dumb, and Trying Podcast to find out more!**********We all have those NAGGING QUESTIONS that make us stop and ASK, "What's life all about anyway?"But we believe that stopping to ask those "tough questions" are GOOD! Asking these questions is the "hard work" it takes to LEARN and GROW.And we've designed this podcast to be a place to do JUST THAT.Join Austin and Stephen on the Young, Dumb, and Trying Podcast!**********SHOW NOTES:2:10 – How to Pronounce 'Regularly' (https://youtu.be/qwFnm5cwzSc).15:52 – John Wesley Quote (https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/626960-light-yourself-on-fire-with-passion-and-people-will-come#:~:text=Quote%20by%20John%20wesley%3A%20“Light,passion%20and%20people%20...”).23:20 – Exodus 34:6-7 (https://www.bible.com/bible/2016/EXO.34.NRSV).25:09 – Life of David, starting in 1 Samuel 16 (https://www.bible.com/bible/2016/1SA.16.NRSV).30:18 – Reign of King Uzziah in 2 Chronicles 26 (https://www.bible.com/bible/2016/2CH.26.NRSV).**********Like, comment, & subscribe to stay updated with our latest Bay Hope content!Plan a visit to one of our physical OR online campuses at https://www.bayhope.church/campusesFOLLOW Bay Hope Church:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bayhopechurch/Twitter - https://twitter.com/bayhopechurchFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/bayhopechurc... - https://www.bayhope.comLIVE services - https://live.bayhope.com*****Ready to grow in your faith, connect with new friends, and get in a group? Head over to our Online Campus Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/bayho...Looking for LIVE services? Follow us at https://live.bayhope.com
Ep. 4 – Do "Supernatural Miracles" Still Happen Today?
May 25 2023
Ep. 4 – Do "Supernatural Miracles" Still Happen Today?
We all have those NAGGING QUESTIONS that make us stop and ASK, "What's life all about anyway?"But we believe that stopping to ask those "tough questions" are GOOD! Asking these questions is the "hard work" it takes to LEARN and GROW.On this fourth episode, Stephen and Austin talk about the idea of SUPERNATURAL EXPERIENCES, and specifically as it pertains to Christianity.Not only do they share their own experiences with "miracles," but they also *ATTEMPT TO* identify the true purpose of the supernatural experiences themselves.In other words, experiencing something "miraculous" or "supernatural" itself just MAY NOT be the goal.So then . . . . what is "THE GOAL?"Join us for this fourth conversation on the Young, Dumb, and Trying Podcast to find out!**********SHOW NOTES:2:37 – "Methodists Need A Charismatic Upgrade!" by Peter J. Bellini (https://firebrandmag.com/articles/methodists-need-a-charismatic-upgrade). 9:46 – "Fasting 01: To Offer Ourselves to God" on the Rule of Life Podcast (https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Cn7QJ1cch5x3UggjLIdTw?si=wTAFhCwyRIevZivTSWcg5A). 17:52 – "Is Finding God WAAAY Too Easy?" by John Crist (https://youtu.be/HmAyCQKziWk). 25:09 – "The Beginner's Guide to the Gift of Prophecy" by Jack Deere (https://a.co/d/6oWGZVv).35:02 – Philippians 2:5-11 NLT (https://www.bible.com/bible/116/PHP.2.NLT). **********Like, comment, & subscribe to stay updated with our latest Bay Hope content!Plan a visit to one of our physical OR online campuses at https://www.bayhope.church/campusesFOLLOW Bay Hope Church:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bayhopechurch/Twitter - https://twitter.com/bayhopechurchFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/bayhopechurc... - https://www.bayhope.comLIVE services - https://live.bayhope.com*****Ready to grow in your faith, connect with new friends, and get in a group? Head over to our Online Campus Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/bayho...Looking for LIVE services? Follow us at https://live.bayhope.com
Ep. 3 – What Does RECONCILIATION Mean for Me?
Apr 27 2023
Ep. 3 – What Does RECONCILIATION Mean for Me?
We all have those NAGGING QUESTIONS that make us stop and ASK, "What's life all about anyway?"But we believe that stopping to ask those "tough questions" are GOOD! Asking these questions is the "hard work" it takes to LEARN and GROW.On this third episode, Stephen and Austin talk about that word "RECONCILIATION" and what it really means.Not only do they talk about what reconciliation MEANS, but they also *ATTEMPT TO* describe HOW we experience reconciliation. SPOILER ALERT! It involves both receiving it personally AND giving it to others.In other words, reconciliation is more of a WAY OF LIFE than it is something we "do." And we oftentimes CAN'T live this lifestyle in our own power.So. . . what in the world is  RECONCILIATION?Join us for this third conversation on the Young, Dumb, and Trying Podcast!**********SHOW NOTES:14:48 – "A Long Obedience in the Same Direction" by Eugene Peterson (https://www.amazon.com/Long-Obedience-Same-Direction-Discipleship/dp/0830822577). 15:30 – "The Epic of Eden" by Sandra Richter (https://www.amazon.com/Epic-Eden-Christian-Entry-Testament/dp/0830825770/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B3LUE40TAVOH&keywords=Epic+of+Eden&qid=1682605330&s=books&sprefix=epic+of+eden%2Cstripbooks%2C97&sr=1-1). 22:38 – "Life of the Beloved" by Henri Nouwen (https://www.amazon.com/Life-Beloved-Spiritual-Living-Secular/dp/0824519868/ref=sr_1_1?crid=18AVGHSEJ9502&keywords=life+of+the+beloved+nouwen&qid=1682605409&s=books&sprefix=life+of+the+beloved%2Cstripbooks%2C89&sr=1-1). 27:40 – "Boundaries" by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend (https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-When-Take-Control-Your/dp/B072C64V1L/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3348CTERUNJCT&keywords=boundaries+by+cloud+and+townsend&qid=1682605461&s=books&sprefix=boundariees%2Cstripbooks%2C90&sr=1-1). 35:02 – "The Great Divorce" by C.S. Lewis (https://www.amazon.com/Great-Divorce-C-S-Lewis/dp/0060652950/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1682605568&sr=1-1). **********Like, comment, & subscribe to stay updated with our latest Bay Hope content!Plan a visit to one of our physical OR online campuses at https://www.bayhope.church/campusesFOLLOW Bay Hope Church:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bayhopechurch/Twitter - https://twitter.com/bayhopechurchFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/bayhopechurc... - https://www.bayhope.comLIVE services - https://live.bayhope.com*****Ready to grow in your faith, connect with new friends, and get in a group? Head over to our Online Campus Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/bayho...Looking for LIVE services? Follow us at https://live.bayhope.com
Ep. 2 – Is Christianity REALLY "Good News?"
Apr 6 2023
Ep. 2 – Is Christianity REALLY "Good News?"
We all have those NAGGING QUESTIONS that make us stop and ASK, "What's life all about anyway?"But we believe that stopping to ask those "tough questions" are GOOD! Asking these questions is the "hard work" it takes to LEARN and GROW.On this second episode, Stephen and Austin talk about that word "GOSPEL" and what it really means.In their LIMITED life experiences, the Gospel seems to be SOMETHING MORE to them than just a list of theological facts or beliefs. So. . . what IS THE GOSPEL?Join us for this second conversation on the Young, Dumb, and Trying Podcast!**********SHOW NOTES:8:33 – Luminary Interview: Andy Crouch (https://open.spotify.com/episode/1bkB1NzPmrY83L6Ukkk4w0?si=s6DZk54VTP6U5nkt7PEXEQ) 17:05 – Alistair Begg Sermon (https://youtu.be/xk9wgJBoEd8) 29:35 – The Man of Sorrows: Isaiah 53 (https://www.bible.com/bible/111/ISA.53.NIV) 30:25 – The Good Samaritan: Luke 10:25-37 (https://www.bible.com/bible/111/LUK.10.NIV) 34:40 – Judah Smith Sermon (https://youtu.be/yuBtQA7yOwg) **********Like, comment, & subscribe to stay updated with our latest Bay Hope content!Plan a visit to one of our physical OR online campuses at https://www.bayhope.church/campusesFOLLOW Bay Hope Church:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bayhopechurch/Twitter - https://twitter.com/bayhopechurchFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/bayhopechurch/Website - https://www.bayhope.comLIVE services - https://live.bayhope.com*****Ready to grow in your faith, connect with new friends, and get in a group? Head over to our Online Campus Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/bayhopechurchonlineLooking for LIVE services? Follow us at https://live.bayhope.com