The 9941 Podcast

What does it really mean to be born again? And can your past disqualify you from God’s forgiveness? This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, Tyler Smith, Parker Smith, and AntMan tackle listener questions about divorce and remarriage, salvation, and the difference between growing up in church and having genuine faith in Jesus Christ. The conversation begins with Halloween decorations, trick-or-treating, and parenting through a biblical lens before turning to Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus in John 3. The guys discuss praying for their children’s salvation, recognizing personal faith beyond simply following family traditions, and why good behavior alone cannot save us. Then, a closer look at the Prodigal Son in Luke 15 raises a challenging question: Are we overlooking the older brother’s attitude in our own hearts? Connecting the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the lost son, the guys explore repentance, self-righteousness, and the joy of welcoming sinners home. Join an honest conversation about Christian faith, God’s grace, and learning to read the Bible in context.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How should Christians respond to artificial intelligence, humanoid robots, and an uncertain future? In Episode 40 of the 9941 PODCAST, Granger, AntMan, Tyler, and Parker explore AI and faith, Tesla Optimus robots, and what advancing technology could mean for work, relationships, and human purpose. With humor, honest debate, and a biblical perspective, the guys discuss artificial general intelligence (AGI), automation, and the promise—and potential cost—of a world where machines do the work. Looking at Genesis, Ephesians, and the Tower of Babel, they ask: Is work part of God’s good design? Can technology remove the effects of the fall? And where should believers place their hope when the future feels unpredictable? The conversation returns to the gospel of Jesus Christ, God’s sovereignty, and the importance of knowing Scripture and belonging to a local church. Join this week’s discussion about Christianity and technology, finding purpose beyond convenience, and facing the future with faith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does baptism save you? Should you get baptized again if you were baptized before truly coming to faith in Jesus? In Episode 38 of the 9941 PODCAST, Granger Smith and the guys discuss baptism, salvation, and what it means to be born again. Through personal testimonies and a conversation grounded in Scripture, they explore believer’s baptism, the difference between conversion and “rededicating your life,” and the danger of finding false assurance in a childhood baptism. They also discuss why baptism belongs within the local church and how discipleship, accountability, and church membership help Christians grow in their faith. What should churches consider before baptizing someone? What if you’re afraid to share your faith publicly? And how does baptism point to the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ? This week’s conversation brings those questions back to the gospel: salvation is by grace through faith in Christ, and baptism is an act of obedience that follows. Listen in, consider your own testimony, and join the conversation. 📚 Book giveaway: Include the word “conversion” in your comment for a chance to receive Conversion by Michael Lawrence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does Christian dating actually look like in a culture that treats relationships, sex and marriage very differently than Scripture does? This week, the guys start with Tyler’s unexpected history on The Bachelorette and what really happens behind the scenes on reality dating shows. That conversation quickly turns into something much deeper: dating apps, the role of the local church in relationships, dating with the intention of marriage, the gift of singleness and whether Christians should approach dating differently than the rest of the world. They also get practical about one of the hardest parts of Christian dating: purity. How far is too far? What boundaries should dating couples have? What about long engagements, living together before marriage or dating someone who doesn’t follow Christ? Instead of asking, “How close to the line can I get?” the guys wrestle with what it looks like to actually desire holiness and trust that God’s way is better. But this conversation isn’t coming from four guys claiming they’ve always gotten it right. They close with the gospel and a reminder that conviction isn’t an invitation to clean yourself up before coming to Jesus. Christ came to save sinners. For anyone who recognizes themselves in this conversation, the answer is not shame. It’s repentance, forgiveness and running to the Savior who has already paid for sin at the cross. Christian dating, singleness, marriage, sex, purity and grace. There’s a lot packed into this one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.