This week we are finishing Jonah chapter 1, and we’re asking 3 important questions; 1) In what ways are we acting like we know more than God? 2) Where are we putting our identity? and 3) Are we letting fear drive our faith?

This week we’re looking at Jonah 1:1-6. This tale is often thought of as a kid’s story, but we’re so excited to study it with you this summer and show you just how applicable it really is to all of us. Today we’re starting by exploring some of the main themes of the book (and of the whole Bible) - sin & grace. Jonah - a prophet and holy man of God - has decided to run from God’s presence and God, in His mercy, pursues Jonah through a storm. Let’s take a closer look.

Today we’re starting a study on the book of Jonah. He was a prophet from the Old Testament - and the only prophet to run away from God’s calling. You may have heard this story, but there is so much more to it than just the big fish. In this episode we set the scene & discuss where we’re headed.

As we close out our first ever AYA internship, we wanted to introduce you to the sweet girls that operated behind the scenes this semester! This is such a sweet conversation, excited for y’all to meet Sara Byrnes and Sarah Pratt Armes!

Happy Mother’s day! Today on the podcast, we are diving into the story of an incredible Biblical mother figure - Hannah, the mother of Samuel. We also talk a little bit about what it looks like to build a legacy of faith, and show gratitude for anyone who has spiritually inspired us over the years. Hope you enjoy!

This episode is so special!!!! We did sort of an exit interview with our 11 graduating senior leaders. We wanted them to share what they’ve learned during their 4 (or 5) years in college. We went through a series of questions - 1.) What have you learned that you’d want to share? 2.) How has your faith grown/changed? and 3.) What would you tell your younger self or someone going into college? I know you guys will enjoy this so much!

Today we have to privilege of interviewing a dear friend of the AYA Team - Brooke Bourne Lawrence - who is a mental health counselor and all around wonderful person. We talk about everything from Brooke’s story to how to handle feeling left behind, walking through grief, supporting having a healthy view of our bodies and food, boys and marriage, and much more. You don’t want to miss it!

*Brooke wanted us to share her email address here. If you have any questions or want to utilize her as a resource, please don’t hesitate to reach out! You can contact Brooke at brookebourne11@gmail.com.

The last one (!!!!!) We’ve made it to the end of the book of Matthew. Today we’re studying Matthew 28 - the resurrection of Jesus.

We have to more weeks in the book of Matthew! Today we’re finishing up Matthew 26, and reading Matthew 27 together. We will take a closer look at the trial, death and burial of Jesus.

Today we’re reading and discussing Matthew 26:1-56, all about the betrayal and arrest of Jesus leading up to his crucifixion.

Today we’re reading and discussing Matthew 24-25. Jesus shares details about the end times with His disciples, as well as encouragement and instruction for how to wait well for that day.

Today we’re reading and discussing Mathew 23. The religious leaders have tried every way of trapping Jesus in his words, and he has bested them every time. Now he takes a moment to confront them about just how badly they have missed the point in their faith. We might not be as bad as these guys, but this is such a learning opportunity for all of us!

Today we’re reading and discussing Matthew 22. Jesus has 3 important conversations with leaders who are trying to trick him, and he also tells a powerful parable about a wedding feast. So much to learn from this chapter, hope you enjoy!

Today we’re looking at Matthew 21 together. This is Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem on a donkey, which we celebrate as Palm Sunday in church. But this chapter is also full of parables and conversations that we can’t wait to discuss with you!

Today we’re sharing the message from the South Carolina spring worship night! You’ll get to hear from Carley Dudley - a dear friend and one of the founding members of As You Are - as she shares on the story of Ruth. This is so good!

Today we’re sharing Anna’s talk from the Spring worship nights. She shared about the story of Jesus walking on water. What does it look like to choose faith in Jesus over our fear? So if you’ve already been to the worship night this Spring ‘25, you can re-listen, if you aren’t at one of our campuses or weren’t able to attend, you can tune in from afar. And if your spring worship night is coming up, you can have a spoiler if you’re into that kind of thing :) Enjoy!

Today we’re talking through Matthew chapters 19 & 20. There’s a teaching on divorce, and on what it means to be first in the kingdom of God.

Today we’re studying chapters 17 & 18. First, it’s the transfiguration of Jesus - a nod to the old testament story when Moses is given the 10 commandments by God on a mountain. Then Jesus and His disciples have a long conversation about what it looks like to be great in the kingdom of God.