412 Students
Welcome to the 412 Students Podcast — where faith meets life for the next generation! Based on 1 Timothy 4:12, we empower middle and high school students to live boldly for Christ in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity. Join us for real conversations, biblical truth, student testimonies, and encouragement to help you grow deeper in your walk with Jesus. Whether you're on the bus, at practice, or just hanging out, this podcast is for you.
Episodes
In this episode of the 412 Students Podcast, we study Mark 4:21–25, where Jesus teaches about the purpose of light and the responsibility of those who hear His Word. The truth of the gospel is not meant to be hidden but revealed, shining clearly in the lives of those who belong to Christ.
Jesus warns us to “pay attention to what you hear,” reminding students that how we listen to God’s Word matters. Faithful hearing leads to spiritu...
In this episode of the 412 Students Podcast, we walk through Jesus’ explanation of the Parable of the Sower in Mark 4:13–20. Jesus reveals how the condition of the heart determines how God’s Word is received—whether it is quickly taken away, shallowly embraced, slowly choked out, or faithfully received and bearing fruit.
Students are challenged to examine their own hearts: Are we merely hearing the Word, or are we truly receiving it...
Why are we here, and what are we meant to live for? In this teaching from Pinnacle Retreat Center, the 412 Studentsare reminded that God clearly defines our purpose. Rooted in 1 Peter 2:9, students see that they have been chosen by God to declare His excellencies. Passages from 1 John 4:7–8, Matthew 5:16, John 13:35, and John 15:8 show that this purpose is lived out through Christlike love, visible obedience, and a life that points...
Join the 412 Students for powerful youth teachings recorded live at Pinnacle Retreat Center. These sessions center on God’s Word and challenge students to see how the gospel reshapes their identity, reality, and purpose in Christ. Through clear, Scripture-driven teaching, students are encouraged to look beyond temporary things and anchor their lives in the truth of who God is and who they are because of Jesus.
This podcast exists to...
Life feels fast, uncertain, and fragile—but Scripture tells a bigger story. In this teaching from Pinnacle Retreat Center, the 412 Students explore how God radically redefines our reality through Christ. From James 4:13–14, students are confronted with the brevity of life; through Ephesians 2:4–10, they see God’s mercy and grace bringing us from death to life; and in John 10:10, they discover the promise of true, abundant life foun...
What does it truly mean to exist—and why were we created? In this youth teaching from Pinnacle Retreat Center, the 412 Students walk through Scripture to discover that our identity and purpose are not self-defined but God-given. Drawing from Genesis 1:26–28, Isaiah 43:6–7, Revelation 4:11, and Psalm 84:1–2, 10, this session shows that we were created in God’s image, for God’s glory, and for our greatest joy.
Students are challenged ...
Yo, 412 fam! Grab your AirPods and your Bible because this episode is about to hit different.
In Mark 4:1–12, Jesus is out by the lake teaching a MASSIVE crowd, so many people that He has to hop in a boat and push off shore just to have room. Then He drops the Parable of the Sower… but wait, His own disciples pull Him aside like, “Uh, Jesus… why are You talking in riddles? Why not just say it straight?”
Jesus’ answer is wild: “To you...
In this episode, we dive into one of Jesus’ most surprising moments. While teaching, He’s told His mother and brothers are looking for Him—but instead of stopping everything, Jesus asks a bold question: “Who is my mother, and who are my brothers?”
Jesus then gives an unexpected answer that changes how we think about family, identity, and what it means to belong. We explore:
What Jesus meant when He talked about the unforgivable s...
When the crowd pressed in on Jesus, people started making all kinds of claims about who He was—and who He was working for. Some said He was out of His mind. Others accused Him of being in league with evil itself. But Jesus’ response cuts straight to the heart: there’s no middle ground in the battle between light and darkness.
In this episode, we dive into Mark 3:20–27 to unpack what Jesus meant when He said, “A kingdom divided again...
📖 In this episode, we dive into Mark 3:13–19, where Jesus calls His twelve disciples — ordinary people chosen for an extraordinary mission. What does it mean to be called by Jesus? How does this moment shape the movement that would change the world?
Join the 412 Students team as we unpack:
Why Jesus chose these specific twelve
What their calling teaches us about following Him today
How God still invites us to step into His mission
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In this episode of 412 Students, we dive into Mark 3:1–12 — where Jesus heals a man with a withered hand right in the middle of a synagogue, challenging the religious leaders and revealing His authority over the Sabbath. As the crowds grow and opposition rises, we see the tension building around who Jesus really is and why He came.
Join us as we unpack what this moment shows us about Jesus’ heart for people, His boldness in truth, a...
In this episode, we explore a powerful moment where Jesus challenges the religious leaders about what it really means to honor the Sabbath. As His disciples pluck grain on a Sabbath day, the Pharisees confront Him — but Jesus responds with a bold statement: “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.”
Join us as we unpack what Jesus is teaching about rest, legalism, and His authority as the Lord of the Sabbath. What does...
In this episode, we explore Mark 2:18–22, where Jesus is questioned about why His disciples aren’t fasting like those of John and the Pharisees. His answer? A striking metaphor about weddings, new cloth, and new wine in old wineskins. What is Jesus really saying about spiritual practices, tradition, and the radical newness of His message? Join us as we unpack how this short passage challenges us to embrace the transformation Jesus ...
In this episode, we dive into the story of Jesus calling Levi, a tax collector, and what it means for us today. Why did Jesus choose someone so unexpected? Why did He eat with sinners? And what does His response to the Pharisees tell us about who He came for? If you've ever felt unworthy or overlooked, this one's for you. Jesus didn't come for the "perfect" — He came for the broken. Let’s talk about what that ...
In this episode, we dive into Mark 2:1-13, where four friends literally tear the roof off a house to get their paralyzed friend to Jesus. What happens next shocks the crowd—and shows us something powerful about forgiveness, faith, and who Jesus really is.
💭 Key Questions:
What does real faith look like?
Why does Jesus forgive sins before healing?
How can we be friends who bring others to Jesus?
Whether you're wrestling with yo...
In this episode, the 412 Students dive into Mark 1:35–45, exploring the powerful moments when Jesus pulls away to pray, stays focused on His mission, and shows deep compassion by healing a man with leprosy. What does it mean to find quiet time with God? How do we stay on mission like Jesus did? And what can we learn about reaching out to the outcasts in our world today?
Join us as we unpack these verses and discover how they challen...
In this episode, the 412 Students dive into Mark 1:29-34, where Jesus heals Simon’s mother-in-law and many others who are sick or oppressed. We explore what this passage reveals about Jesus’ compassion, His authority over sickness and demons, and how His actions point to something greater than physical healing. What does it mean to bring our needs to Jesus today? How should we respond when we see His power at work? Join us as we un...
In this episode, we dive into Mark 1:21–28, where Jesus begins His public ministry with powerful teaching and undeniable authority. The people in the synagogue were amazed because His words carried weight unlike anything they had ever heard—and even the demons recognized His authority! Join us as we unpack what it means to follow a Savior who speaks with power, commands the spiritual world, and calls us to trust Him fully.
In this episode, we dive into Mark 1:14–20, where Jesus begins His public ministry and calls His first disciples. What does it mean to leave everything and follow Him? How does this passage challenge our comfort, priorities, and sense of purpose today? Join us as we explore the urgency of Jesus’ message, the simplicity of His call, and the radical obedience of those fishermen who became “fishers of men.”
In this episode, were talking about what it means to follow Jesus and going back to school! Hearing from a student just like you — this conversation is all about helping you grow in your walk with God.
You don’t have to wait until you’re older to make a difference. Based on 1 Timothy 4:12, this podcast is here to help you own your faith, live it out loud, and be an example — right where you are.
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