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Hello COGWA Teens! This podcast will give you interesting and relevant information that will encourage you toward spiritual growth and a greater sense of community within the Church.

349: Good Ground 12/26/2025

349: Good Ground Do you feel that your heart is good ground for God's word? /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/39533290

348: Are There Little Sins? 12/19/2025

348: Are There Little Sins? At one of our COGWA teen camps recently someone asked, “If we break a commandment in a minor way, is it the same as breaking it in a major way?” How would you answer that question? Is there a minor way to sin, that’s somehow ‘not so bad’ in God’s eyes? What does God have to say about this topic? For further study, read "" /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/39457020

347: The Dead Flies Proverb 12/12/2025

347: The Dead Flies Proverb What can dead flies teach us about our reputation and character? Surprisingly, a very important lesson! /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/39388635

346: What Kind of Christian Are You? 12/05/2025

346: What Kind of Christian Are You? Sometimes we hear this question and can be caught off guard and unsure of how to respond. Is there a simple, easy answer you can adopt? For further study, see “” and /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/39290385

345: The Connection Between Joy and Thankfulness—a Conversation with Marty Miller and Chris Moen 11/28/2025

345: The Connection Between Joy and Thankfulness—a Conversation with Marty Miller and Chris Moen The Bible instructs us to be joyful. What can we do achieve and maintain joy? For more on this topic, check out “” and “.” /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/39198170

344: Where Do Blessings Come From? 11/21/2025

344: Where Do Blessings Come From? The Bible shows us that there are valuable lessons to learn from something as simple as a fish—one being thankfulness for the blessings that are provided by the Creator of all life. /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/39115220

343: Thinking about Thinking 11/14/2025

343: Thinking about Thinking Have you ever spent time thinking about what you are thinking? When we do there is the opportunity to positively change our lives in this busy world. /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/39026380

342: Don't Be Stupid—a Conversation with Jason Hyde & Chad Messerly 11/07/2025

342: Don't Be Stupid—a Conversation with Jason Hyde & Chad Messerly Proverbs 12:1 offers a direct statement about being stupid. How can we avoid being described this way? For more information on this topic, check out "" and visit the "" on . /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/38956970

341: Lessons From a Passport 11/01/2025

341: Lessons From a Passport The US travel document is a small but powerful little document. Despite its size it can teach about the kingdom of God. Presented by Scott Lord /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/38871030

340: Prepare Your Horse 10/24/2025

340: Prepare Your Horse In this podcast we will explore what Proverbs 21:31 means and the lessons that can be learned. Presented by Nathan Willoughby /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/38762560

339: Managing PFL 10/17/2025

339: Managing PFL It is a disease that affects all of us. You may be suffering from it right now. How do we deal with it? Is there a cure? What is the disease and what is the cure? Presented by Jon Pinelli /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/38620840

338: Zion, City of Our God 10/03/2025

338: Zion, City of Our God As we prepare to make our way to the Feast of Tabernacles, let's take a brief look at the history and deep meaning of Zion in the Bible. /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/38430845

337: A Brother Offended—a Conversation with Chad Messerly & Jason Hyde 09/26/2025

337: A Brother Offended—a Conversation with Chad Messerly & Jason Hyde Proverbs 18:19 talks about offending a brother. What does it mean to offend a brother and what can we do to mend the relationship? For more on the topic, check out "" and "" /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/38368105

336: What is the Day of the Lord? 09/19/2025

336: What is the Day of the Lord? The Feast of Trumpets is about the day of the Lord, which is the seventh seal of Revelation. What events are part of the day of the Lord? Suggested additional resources: “,” “,” and “.” /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/38273255

335: The Power of Now 09/12/2025

335: The Power of Now Many things influence our thinking and the decisions we make. There is one that may impact your choices more than you realize. Recognizeing and eliminating it can bring lasting change in your life. /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/38196060

334: Joys and Challenges of Marrying Young—a Conversation with Zach & Emily Smith 09/05/2025

334: Joys and Challenges of Marrying Young—a Conversation with Zach & Emily Smith Have you considered when you would like to pursue marriage? Listen in as one couple reflects on some of the joys and challenges they experienced after marrying young. For further thought and study, explore the “” section of lifehopeandtruth.com or listen to “” and “.” /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/38097810

333: Baptism Questions—a Conversation with Jason Hyde & Chad Messerly 08/29/2025

333: Baptism Questions—a Conversation with Jason Hyde & Chad Messerly In this week's episode, we explore big questions surrounding baptism. How do you know if you're ready? Who should you talk to about these questions? What do you do about it? Have more questions? See "" for a more comprehensive study. /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/38020835

332: Are We Victims of Victim Mentality? 08/22/2025

332: Are We Victims of Victim Mentality? How can we be responsible in a world that likes to shift blame? How do we avoid falling victim to victim mentality? /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/37914120

331: Clean and Unclean Meat 08/15/2025

331: Clean and Unclean Meat The what, how, and why when thinking about clean and unclean meat laws. /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/37841555

330: All In 08/08/2025

330: All In This year’s camp Christian Living theme is “Seek First the Kingdom.” That direction from Jesus Christ should impact all aspects of our lives. What’s involved in being “all in” for the Kingdom and God’s righteousness, and why does God require that of us? /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/37724750

329: The Mark of the Beast, Buzz Lightyear and You 08/01/2025

329: The Mark of the Beast, Buzz Lightyear and You What can the Toy Story character Buzz Lightyear teach us about the mark of the beast described in Revelation? /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/37625060

328: Two Trees... 07/25/2025

328: Two Trees... During this podcast we will look at and consider two trees. Two trees that will determine the outcome of your very life – depending on which tree you choose. /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/37536575

327: Strength Through Adversity 07/18/2025

327: Strength Through Adversity Sometimes we are given opportunities to choose to tackle a challenge so that God can shape us and make us stronger. Join Daniel and Cindy Harper as they discuss the strength we can gain through adversity. /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/37444545

326: Be A Zoe 07/11/2025

326: Be A Zoe She has run over 25 marathons and come in dead last in every one of them. What could we possibly learn from someone who has never won a marathon race she has entered? It turns out plenty! /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/37371620

325: How to Get Motivated to Study the Bible 07/04/2025

325: How to Get Motivated to Study the Bible Sometimes it can be hard to be motivated to study including studying the Bible. Listen to this podcast to learn 5 ways to encourage motivation for studying God’s word. /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/37274245

324: Who Are You Really? 06/27/2025

324: Who Are You Really? We are more than our name, more than what we do, more than what others think of us. Our identity -- who we are -- is revealed in the Bible, and it's amazing! When we discover who we truly are, it changes how we see ourselves and how we live our lives. /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/37174250

323: Paraskevidekatriaphobia 06/13/2025

323: Paraskevidekatriaphobia Millions suffer from this unfortunate condition. Is there any reason to live with this fear? /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/36976230

322: Abomination of Desolation 06/06/2025

322: Abomination of Desolation What exactly is the abomination of desolation? Why is it important to understand what it is? /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/36865515

321: Commencement 05/30/2025

321: Commencement Many commencement speeches are given this time of year. Have you ever thought about what might be said in a commencement speech God might give? /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/36796135

320: Why Not Join the Military? 05/23/2025

320: Why Not Join the Military? There are many reasons people give for joining the military, but should those be our reasons? Why does the Church teach against joining the military? This episode covers four reasons, from the Bible, why Christians should not participate in military service. /episode/index/show/somethingtothinkabout/id/36680110

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