Upon Their Shoulders

Upon Their Shoulders

We are standing upon the shoulders of giants. As young Christians, we are trying to avoid Rehoboam’s folly by relying on the counsel of our elders. Please join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they ask questions, interview others, and strive to grow in their faith.

Episodes

August 26, 2025 62 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Steve Garrett, a member of the Belleaire church of Christ in Houston, Texas. True worship is to worship in God’s way with the instrument that he created. In this episode, young people can learn how to manage their time wisely and build a family that honors and glorifies the Lord.

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Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Steve Garrett, a member of the Belleaire church of Christ in Houston, Texas. True worship is to worship in God’s way with the instrument that he created. In this episode, young people can learn how to manage their time wisely and build a family that honors and glorifies the Lord.

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July 29, 2025 58 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Dustin Merkle, the preacher at the Oak Mountain church of Christ in Birmingham, Alabama. When all we want are answers, we fail to see the journey God is taking us on. In this conversation, young people can learn how to become better learners who are bold in sharing their faith with others.

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July 29, 2025 34 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Dustin Merkle, the preacher at the Oak Mountain church of Christ in Birmingham, Alabama. When all we want are answers, we fail to see the journey God is taking us on. In this conversation, young people can learn how to become better learners who are bold in sharing their faith with others.

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June 17, 2025 72 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Caleb Churchill, the preacher at the Prospect Park church in Brooklyn, New York. From a young age, the words of Jesus were hammered into his mind and heart. In this conversation, young people can learn how to manage their pride, eliminate cultural idols, and navigate the difficulties of living life as a follower of God.

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June 17, 2025 33 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Caleb Churchill, the preacher at the Prospect Park church in Brooklyn, New York. From a young age, the words of Jesus were hammered into his mind and heart. In this conversation, young people can learn how to manage their pride, eliminate cultural idols, and navigate the difficulties of living life as a follower of God.

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May 20, 2025 60 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Joe Greer, the preacher at the Taylors church of Christ in South Carolina. Teaching people to know Jesus is the purpose of his life. In this conversation, young people can learn how to spread the word more effectively and make the Lord a priority in every aspect of their lives.

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May 20, 2025 30 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Joe Greer, the preacher at the Taylors church of Christ in South Carolina. Teaching people to know Jesus is the purpose of his life. In this conversation, young people can learn how to spread the word more effectively and make the Lord a priority in every aspect of their lives.

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April 8, 2025 64 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Chad Scott, a member of the Douglas Hills church of Christ in Louisville, Kentucky. The Lord’s people should stand out from the world in how they love and support one another. In this conversation, young people can learn how to build a faithful family, discern the truth of the scriptures, and serve others with a full heart.

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April 8, 2025 38 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Chad Scott, a member of the Douglas Hills church of Christ in Louisville, Kentucky. The Lord’s people should stand out from the world in how they love and support one another. In this conversation, young people can learn how to build a faithful family, discern the truth of the scriptures, and serve others with a full heart.

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March 18, 2025 51 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Jared Salz, a preacher at the Smoky Hill church of Christ in Centennial, Colorado. The gospel is always going to be in competition with the world. In this conversation, young people can learn how to put aside their idols and build a faith that will withstand tribulation.

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March 18, 2025 33 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Jared Salz, a preacher at the Smoky Hill church of Christ in Centennial, Colorado. The gospel is always going to be in competition with the world. In this conversation, young people can learn how to put aside their idols and build a faith that will withstand tribulation.

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February 18, 2025 58 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Bill Robinson, a preacher at the Douglas Hills church of Christ in Louisville, Kentucky. Don't ever forget where you came from. In this conversation, young people can learn how to love hard people, handle hard times, and leave the world better than you found it.

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February 18, 2025 29 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Bill Robinson, a preacher at the Douglas Hills church of Christ in Louisville, Kentucky. Don't ever forget where you came from. In this conversation, young people can learn how to love hard people, handle hard times, and leave the world better than you found it.

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January 7, 2025 63 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Matt Vaughan, the preacher at the Saratoga church of Christ in Saratoga, Arkansas. Matt is a young man, but he is wise beyond his years. In this conversation, young people can learn how to handle hard times, build godly families, and find strong spiritual mentors.

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January 7, 2025 33 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Matt Vaughan, the preacher at the Saratoga church of Christ in Saratoga, Arkansas. Matt is a young man, but he is wise beyond his years. In this conversation, young people can learn how to handle hard times, build godly families, and find strong spiritual mentors.

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December 31, 2024 25 mins

In this episode, Jake Smith and Nick Weaver sit down with one another and discuss practical points of application from their last three months of interviews this year. A few good men passed on to their reward this quarter. We can apply the advise of those wiser than us by ridding ourselves of secret sin, doing what's right even when it's hard, and leaving a legacy of faithful children.

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November 19, 2024 61 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Edwin Crozier, the preacher at the church that meets on Livingston Avenue in Lutz, Florida. When all you want to do is serve the Lord, you must live your life in conformity with His word.. In this conversation, young people can learn how to turn away from pornography and grow in spiritual discipline.

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November 19, 2024 34 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Edwin Crozier, the preacher at the church that meets on Livingston Avenue in Lutz, Florida. When all you want to do is serve the Lord, you must live your life in conformity with His word.. In this conversation, young people can learn how to turn away from pornography and grow in spiritual discipline.

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October 29, 2024 48 mins

Join Jake Smith and Nick Weaver as they interview Jordan Shouse, the preacher at the Campbell Road church of Christ in Garland, Texas. Reliance on the Lord's family is extremely formative for a christian's faith. In this conversation, young people can learn how to respect the previous generation and leave a legacy of love.

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