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The 9941 Podcast

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The 9941 Podcast is a weekly faith conversation hosted by Granger Smith, Tyler Smith, Parker Smith, and Anthony Lay, rooted in the words of Jesus from Luke 15:4 - “What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he has lost one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the open country, and go after

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 43 min
Latest: 12 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

12 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 2 minNew

What They Won’t Tell You About The Tesla Robot!

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…

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E39 · 5 Oct 2026 · 53 min
The Lie You Believe About Rest!
What does the Bible actually say about rest, work, the Sabbath, and how Christians should treat Sunday? This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, AntMan, Parker, and Tyler wrestle through what it means to honor the Lord’s Day in a culture that never seems to slow down. From Sunday youth sports and missing church to the biblical command not to neglect gathering with other believers, the guys ask a difficult question: Have Christians become too casual about Sundays? But the conversation goes deeper than simply asking whether Christians should work on Sunday. What is true rest? Is…
E38 · 28 Sep 2026 · 59 min
Stop Baptizing People!
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…
E37 · 21 Sep 2026 · 41 min
You Might Hate Me For This!
What does “faith over fear” really mean—and who are we putting our faith in? In Episode 37 of the 9941 PODCAST, Granger and the guys explore biblical faith, the fear of God, and the difference between trusting Jesus Christ and simply believing everything will work out. From popular Christian slogans to sharing the gospel in everyday conversations, the guys discuss repentance, salvation, and how fear of what others think can keep us from speaking up. Granger shares an honest story about a missed opportunity to share his faith, while an encounter with a joyful delivery driver…
E36 · 14 Sep 2026 · 31 min
The Dating Advice Nobody Wants to Hear
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…
E35 · 7 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
The Lie I Believed About God!
What if the beliefs you’ve always accepted are quietly keeping you from truly knowing God? In this episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger, AntMan, Parker & Tyler unpack Poison in the Well , Granger’s new book examining the toxic beliefs that once kept him from the living water of Jesus. They discuss cultural Christianity, false assurance, the sinner’s prayer, belonging to a healthy church, reading Scripture, the evidence of genuine faith, hope in suffering, and why every spiritual distortion ultimately begins with a view of God that is too small. It’s an honest,…
E34 · 31 Aug 2026 · 37 min
The Thing You Can’t Live Without
Can good thing like your career, ministry, family, hobbies, or even serving God, become idols? In this episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith and the crew explore how to recognize when a God-given gift begins competing with God for your identity, security, and attention. Through honest stories about country music, pastoring, football, money, grief, and family, the group shares practical warning signs of idolatry and explains how prayer, Scripture, accountability, and an open-handed posture can help keep priorities in order. Drawing from the rich young ruler, Zacchaeus, Psalm 61, and…
E33 · 24 Aug 2026 · 43 min
Can Christians Take Steroids?
What does it mean to age faithfully in a culture obsessed with staying young? This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, AntMan, Tyler, and Parker explore testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), gray hair, modern medicine, body stewardship, and the Christian response to aging and mortality. Drawing from Romans 8 and 2 Corinthians 4, the guys discuss matters of conscience, caring for the body without idolizing youth, and allowing life’s limitations to deepen our dependence on Christ. The conversation ultimately asks a bigger question: Whether facing sickness or health, success or…
E32 · 17 Aug 2026 · 21 min
They’re Watching Christians!
How can Christians move from simply hearing God’s Word on Sunday to living it out every day? In Episode 32 of the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Parker, and the team examine how churches can overcome a consumer mindset and help believers become doers of the Word. They discuss the importance of biblical preaching, genuine conversion, the work of the Holy Spirit, and a clear understanding of what it means to be a Christian and belong to a local church. The conversation also explores why church health isn’t measured by attendance or numerical growth—and why loving, serving, and…
E31 · 10 Aug 2026 · 29 min
Can Christians Smoke Weed?
A listener writes in struggling to quit marijuana, torn between wanting to stop and feeling like she can't. Granger, AntMan, Tyler, and Parker dig into what the Bible actually says about being "sober minded," the difference between medical use and using a substance to numb pain, and how to tell if someone needs encouragement or the gospel. The conversation moves through Romans 12:2, Matthew 25, faith versus modern psychedelic "healing" trends, and practical steps for breaking an addiction, including accountability, replacement habits, and leaning on the local church. A real, unfiltered…
E30 · 3 Aug 2026 · 39 min
Your Body Is NOT Your Own!
What does the Bible say about physical fitness? This week on the 9941 Podcast, the guys explore the connection between exercise, self-control, and personal holiness—and how Christians can steward their bodies to serve others and glorify God without making fitness an idol. Follow the show: Instagram - https://www.Instagram.com/9941thepodcast Facebook - https://www.Facebook.com/9941thepodcast YouTube - https://www.YouTube.com/@9941ThePodcast Online - https://www.9941ThePodcast.com Shop - https://yeeyee.com/collections/faith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
E29 · 27 Jul 2026 · 57 min
What Does the Bible Say About Suicide?
This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger, AntMan, Tyler, and Parker tackle one of the hardest questions a Christian can ask: What does the Bible say about suicide? Together, they explore what Scripture teaches about suffering, depression, hope, spiritual warfare, mental anguish, and the value of every human life. Through passages like Psalm 42, 1 Kings 19, Hebrews 4, and more, the conversation points listeners to the compassion of Christ, the promises of God, and the hope that remains even in life's darkest moments. Whether you've wrestled with these questions personally or you're walking…
E28 · 20 Jul 2026 · 40 min
You Can’t Keep Sinning and Call It Grace!
This week's episode of the 9941 Podcast explores the difference between cheap grace and costly grace . Granger, Tyler, and Parker discuss repentance, God's holiness, the seriousness of sin, and why true faith produces a life that increasingly pursues Christ rather than excuses sin. Drawing from Philippians 2, Romans 5, and Dietrich Bonhoeffer's The Cost of Discipleship , the conversation offers a biblical look at grace, forgiveness, and what it means to wage war against sin while resting in the finished work of Jesus. Follow the show: Instagram - https://www.Instagram.com/9941thepodcast…
E27 · 13 Jul 2026 · 36 min
How Should Christians Think About Social Media?
Is social media helping your life or quietly stealing your attention? This week on the 9941 Podcast , Granger Smith, Tyler, Parker, and AntMan answer a listener’s question about using social media for work while protecting your heart and mind. They discuss practical ways to set healthy boundaries, the dangers of constant distraction, why boredom can actually be a gift from God, and how stepping away from technology can deepen your relationship with Christ. If you’ve ever struggled to balance work, faith, and your phone, this conversation is for you. Follow the show: Instagram -…
E26 · 6 Jul 2026 · 36 min
What Makes a REAL Worship Song?
What makes a worship song truly biblical? This week on the 9941 Podcast , Granger, Tyler, Parker, and AntMan tackle one of the biggest conversations in today’s church: should worship songs be chosen for how they make us feel, or for how faithfully they proclaim the gospel? From classic hymns to modern worship music, the guys discuss what Scripture says about singing, why theology in our lyrics matters, and why the “Froot Loops vs. steak” debate might be more important than it sounds. If you’ve ever wondered what makes worship God-centered instead of man-centered, this…
E25 · 29 Jun 2026 · 34 min
I Got in Trouble For This!
What happens when a well intentioned evangelism tool starts shaping the way we think about Jesus? In this episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, Parker, and AntMan tackle the growing trend of the “Little Jesus” figurines and ask an important question: Are we unintentionally reducing the majesty of Christ to something small and sentimental? The conversation explores the biblical gospel, why our view of Jesus matters, and how Christians can faithfully share their faith without compromising the message. The episode also discusses the importance of belonging to a local church,…
E24 · 22 Jun 2026 · 27 min
You’re Thinking About Revival Wrong!
What is true revival, and can it be manufactured by people? In this episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, and Parker tackle a sensitive but important conversation about revival, baptism, and the difference between a genuine move of God and man-made revivalism. Drawing from church history, the teachings of Jonathan Edwards, Charles Finney, and Scripture, the guys explore how God brings spiritual awakening, why language matters, and how Christians can lovingly encourage zeal while remaining grounded in biblical truth. If you’ve ever wondered what revival really means, how God…
E23 · 15 Jun 2026 · 36 min
Why Are Christians Obsessed With This?
In this episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, AntMan, Tyler, and Parker tackle one of the Bible’s most debated topics: the Nephilim of Genesis 6. Are they giants? Fallen beings? Something else entirely? Rather than chasing speculation, the conversation explores what Scripture actually says, why Christians can become distracted by mysterious topics, and how the Bible consistently points us back to the Gospel. From Genesis 6 and the flood to the coming judgment of God, this episode examines the difference between biblical curiosity and biblical obsession. If you’ve ever…
E22 · 8 Jun 2026 · 46 min
Hollywood Is Ruining the Bible!
Could aliens exist? Why are so many people fascinated by the idea of higher intelligence beyond our world? And what does the Bible have to say about it? This week on the 99.41 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, Parker, and AntMan dive into the buzz surrounding the upcoming film Disclosure Day and explore why stories about extraterrestrial life continue to capture the imagination of millions. As they unpack the movie’s themes, the conversation quickly shifts to a deeper question: What if humanity’s search for something greater is actually pointing us toward the truth already revealed in…
E21 · 1 Jun 2026 · 46 min
Losing Control Changed Everything!
This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, Amber Smith, and The AntMan welcome Christian music artist Anne Wilson for a powerful conversation about faith, grief, purpose, spiritual warfare, and what it means to boldly follow Jesus in today’s culture. Anne shares her personal testimony of coming to faith at age 12, the devastating loss of her brother Jacob in a tragic car accident, and how God used that season of heartbreak to launch a ministry that has impacted millions. She opens up about singing publicly for the first time at her brother’s funeral, being discovered through…
E20 · 25 May 2026 · 49 min
Fox News Was Wrong About Me!
In this Memorial Day episode of the 99 for 1 Podcast, Granger Smith, AntMan, Tyler, and Parker tackle the recent Fox News headline claiming "fame can become poison" and explain why that framing misses the gospel entirely. Granger unpacks his upcoming book, Poison in the Well: 11 Toxins That Kept Me from the Living Water of Jesus (releasing September 8), revealing several of the toxins that exposed his own nominal Christianity, including "I'm an American," "I've always been a Christian," "I repeated the sinner's prayer," "I didn't attend church," "I was comfortable in sin," and "the best…
E19 · 18 May 2026 · 39 min
Men Only Want One Thing...
This week on the 9941 Podcast, Parker is out welcoming a new baby, and Preston Duffy steps in for an honest, vulnerable conversation about singleness, temptation, lust, relationships, and what men are truly searching for in a woman. Granger, Tyler, Preston, and the AntMan dig into Proverbs 31, discuss the difference between outward beauty and godly character, and talk openly about finding identity and contentment in Christ rather than seeking validation from relationships. From struggles with purity and social media temptation to biblical perspectives on dating, marriage, sanctification, and…
E18 · 11 May 2026 · 51 min
This Changes Everything!
This week on the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, and Parker unpack a powerful listener email that perfectly captures the heart behind the podcast: reaching “the one.” After hearing a message about cultural Christianity and realizing his faith was only surface deep, one listener shares how God radically changed his life through repentance, prayer, and the truth of the Gospel. The guys dive deep into what real salvation looks like, the struggle between flesh and spirit, why Christians still battle sin after being saved, and how repentance is more than just feeling guilty. Through…
E17 · 4 May 2026 · 43 min
How Do I Know I'm Called To Ministry?
In this episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, Parker and AntMan dive into one of the most common and misunderstood questions in the Christian life: How do I know if I’m called to ministry? What starts as a conversation about calling quickly turns into a powerful discussion on faith, obedience, and what it actually means to desire God. Through real-life stories, biblical teaching, and honest reflection, the guys unpack the difference between duty and genuine love for the Lord. You’ll hear: A raw story of spiritual growth and choosing church over comfort Why obedience to God…
E16 · 27 Apr 2026 · 22 min
What Should We Do When God Tests Us?
When life falls apart, what do you actually do? In this week's episode, Granger, Tyler, and Parker and The AntMan tackle one of the most common questions Granger gets asked on the road: "How do you stay strong in the storms of life?" The guys break down why the answer is more practical — and more biblical — than most people expect. Just like a real storm, the worst thing you can do is try to fix everything in the middle of it. Instead, they discuss the power of seeking shelter in Christ, leaning on the ordinary means of grace (Scripture, prayer, and local church community), and…
E15 · 20 Apr 2026 · 52 min
You Asked For This!
In this week’s episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger, Tyler, Parker, and AntMan dive into some of the most common and challenging questions people ask about faith, God, and suffering. Fresh off a speaking event, Granger shares real questions from a live Q&A session, including: Why does God seem harsh in the Bible? and How can someone move past anger toward God after deep loss? The conversation explores the difference between God’s discipline and judgment, the role of suffering in a believer’s life, and why misunderstanding God’s nature often leads to frustration and…
E14 · 14 Apr 2026 · 43 min
What Happened in Iran is in the Bible! (revised)
In this powerful episode of the 9941 Podcast , Granger, Tyler, Parker, and AntMan dive into a gripping real-world story that perfectly reflects the heart behind the podcast’s mission: leaving the 99 to find the one. The conversation centers around a dramatic rescue mission involving a downed U.S. Air Force colonel deep in enemy territory. Facing overwhelming odds, injury, and isolation, the pilot relied on his training—and more importantly, the unwavering belief that he would not be left behind. That belief ultimately drove his survival. From there, the episode transitions into a…
E13 · 6 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
I'd Rather Quit Than Do This!
This week on the 9941 Podcast, the crew is joined by longtime friend Marshall for a powerful, post-Easter conversation that digs deeper than the typical “empty tomb” message. What happens when we slow down and truly consider both Good Friday and Easter Sunday—not just the victory of the resurrection, but the weight of the cross? From cultural differences in how Easter is celebrated around the world to the often-overlooked significance of Christ’s suffering, this episode challenges listeners to rethink what they’ve always heard—and maybe missed—about…
E12 · 30 Mar 2026 · 52 min
The Greatest Human Need!
In this powerful episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith, Tyler Smith, Parker Smith, and special guest Amber dive into one of life’s most formative seasons—middle school—and the lasting impact of fatherhood, identity, and faith. The conversation explores how early experiences shape confidence, character, and belief systems, especially through the influence (or absence) of a father. Amber shares a deeply personal story about growing up without feeling fully seen or loved by her dad, while the group reflects on how God’s design for fatherhood points us back to our…
E11 · 23 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 13 min
Is The Bible True?
In this powerful episode of the 9941 Podcast, Granger Smith and the crew tackle a big question many people wrestle with: Can we truly trust the Bible? Drawing from 2 Peter 1:16–21, this conversation breaks down the reliability, authority, and truth of Scripture in a world filled with skepticism and misinformation. Through a real-life story of travel plans falling apart—reminding us that life ultimately unfolds according to God’s will—the episode sets the stage for a deeper discussion about faith, trust, and surrender. From eyewitness accounts and historical manuscript…

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The 9941 Podcast is a English devotional & spiritual podcast from iHeartPodcasts. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: iHeartPodcasts
Language: English
Category: Devotional & Spiritual
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 43 min
Latest episode: 12 Oct 2026
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