Above The Noise

Above The Noise

11 Episodes

In depth discussions with Pastor David Smith

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Above The Noise
  • The Human Pastor

    Episode 11

    Pastors face the same struggles as everyone else, plus the weight of shepherding others through their trials. What does it really take to stay anchored in ministry when life gets messy?

  • Apologetics In a Noisy World

    Episode 10

    Have you known an unbeliever for years and never shared Christ with them? Every believer is called to defend their faith with gentleness and respect. Are you ready to give an answer for the hope within you? The question isn't whether you're qualified—it's whether you're willing to engage.

  • A Voice Above Exploitation

    Episode 8

    Millions of people are enslaved worldwide, and trafficking happens in small-town America too. Survivors might be sitting in your church, working in your office, or living in your neighborhood. What if a simple smile or greeting could plant seeds of hope in someone's darkest moment? How can we tru...

  • The Church Ain’t Dead, But Is It Deaf?

    Episode 6

    Is the church becoming culturally deaf? When church leaders disconnect from the conversations shaping their communities, they become disarmed in their ability to guide and protect their people. The solution isn't to retreat or compromise, but to become both God's voice AND God's ear. How can we s...

  • Faith-Filled Education for the Next Generation

    Episode 8

    That squirrely 5-year-old in your life could someday be someone's great-grandparent. The educational choices you make today don't just impact your children—they shape generations you'll never meet. Are you building a life or just making a living through your educational decisions? 🎓✨

  • The Gospel At Home

    Episode

    What if caring for vulnerable children is more than just a good deed - what if it's pure religion? Thousands of children in foster care are waiting for families, and the church has both an opportunity and responsibility to respond. The question isn't whether you must foster, but how God wants you...

  • Holy Noise

    Episode 5

    Is your worship music pointing people to God or just creating spiritual noise? Not every song labeled Christian actually brings glory to God. What makes the difference between performance and true worship?

  • Church Noise vs. God's Voice

    Episode 4

    Are you trusting in Christ alone for salvation, or have you been buying into modern indulgences? The Reformers risked everything to recover a simple truth that could change your life forever.

  • The Pastor's Pastor

    Episode 3

    Who shepherds the shepherd? Your pastor needs authentic relationships, realistic expectations, and genuine care. When did you last ask your pastor: Are you serving with joy, or have things caused you to groan? The church was never meant to be a solo journey - especially for those who lead us.

  • Tuning Hearts To The Truth

    Episode 2

    Are you using media to grow closer to Christ or chasing worldly success metrics? In our digital age, Christians face a crucial question: How do we engage culture authentically without compromising Biblical truth? The answer might surprise you - it's not about avoiding media, but using it faithful...

  • Restoring the Black Family

    Episode 1

    Is family restoration possible through Biblical family structures, mentorship, and finding identity in Christ rather than cultural constructs? Communities can break cycles of brokenness by establishing mentoring programs, providing practical support, and holding people accountable with love.