Episodes

March 2, 2020

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 24

Sharing your faith can be scary. But the Bible tells us in 1 Peter 3:15 to: ‚ÄúAlways be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks you about the hope you have. Be ready to give the reason for it. But do it gently and with r…
Feb. 25, 2020

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 23

It‚Äôs not good to take things for granite. After all, it‚Äôs a really hard rock and it might actually be quartz, dolostone or basalt. But seriously, we should express thankfulness to all the people who help us and give us g…
Feb. 18, 2020

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 22

Jesse shares the ‚ÄúRule of 2‚Äôs‚Äù for math. Bob talks about volunteering with his family at a food bank and at church. All of this adds up to a podcast filled with tips about helping others and using our time for God‚Äôs …
Feb. 11, 2020

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 21

Bob‚Äôs class just celebrated Valentine‚Äôs Day, and Bob wonders why all those candy hearts have the same saying on them‚Äî‚ÄúNo way!‚Äù (There should be other sayings too, right?!?) Relationships and friendships can be hard…
Feb. 3, 2020

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 20

God‚Äôs armor can protect and keep us safe‚Äîeven if someone happens to attack with a giant turkey leg. (You‚Äôll have to hear this story to believe it.) In the end, Bob and Jesse agree that God‚Äôs shield of faith is waaay …
Jan. 27, 2020

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 19

The Bible says to ‚Äúpray constantly,‚Äù but Bob keeps running into things when he prays and walks with his eyes closed. Jesse shares an acrostic to help guide P-R-A-Yers. Then something amazing happens. Jesse tells a funny …
Jan. 20, 2020

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 18

Bob shares that he‚Äôs really good at shouting out comments during school assemblies. Sometimes the speakers ask for comments . . . but sometimes he shouts things even when don‚Äôt ask. Getting laughs is great, but it‚Äôs ev…
Jan. 13, 2020

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 17

Bob remembers some historic family vacations and tells how he took his parents to the zoo to show his appreciation for everything they do for him. (Plus, he really wanted to go to the zoo.) Bob admits to not always liking hi…
Jan. 6, 2020

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 16

It‚Äôs a fruit of the Spirit, and we all need it. In this randomly rhyming podcast, Bob and Jesse explore how showing self-control can help in controlling anger. Bob also unveils his amazing chess-playing abilities. Spoiler …
Dec. 30, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 15

Bob sets a goal to try something new every month. But what should he do? Brush his teeth every day? Learn new words? Live out his faith in more obvious ways? Bob and Jesse come up with a plan . . . then they ask podcast list…
Dec. 23, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 14

Season Two of the ‚ÄúOfficial Average Boy‚Äù podcast starts off with a slam-dunk! Bob helps Jesse forgive a basketball player who keeps bashing into him on the court. Then Bob shares a cross-country canine encounter that put…
Aug. 19, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 13

Free doughnuts are the best! So is using our gifts and talents to help others. In this podcast, Bob explains how he tries to notice the needs of people around him‚Äîneighbors, friends, people at church‚Äîand how he boldly st…
Aug. 12, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 12

Oh brother, Average Boy talks about his brother. There's never a dull moment around his house with two wild brothers running around. After getting in trouble at church, Bob gives some great tips for getting along with siblin…
Aug. 5, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 11

Bob and Jesse talk about the most important decision anyone will ever make ‚Äì believing in Jesus Christ as their Savior. Finding forgiveness in Christ is a lot like saving a turtle during a torrential rainstorm ‚Äì you'll h…
July 27, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 10

In this podcast, Bob (aka Average Boy) shares about his kickball skills - or lack thereof. Fortunately, because of his faith in Jesus, Bob is on the ultimate winning team. Instead of defining himself by what he does in sport…
July 22, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 9

Bob tries to start some healthy habits to take better care of his body. But there's a problem ‚Äì whenever he gets the treadmill above "5," it's hard for him to eat his jelly doughnut. This podcast also dives into juicing, g…
July 15, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 8

Have you ever gone to a store and got stuck behind a line of mannequins? That's what happens to Bob. Fortunately, his youth pastor is there to rescue him ‚Äì and a lady who's almost crushed by a mannequin. Youth pastors, par…
July 8, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 7

Being responsible takes a lot of responsibility. Average Boy (aka Bob Smiley) learns that fact when he's house-sitting for a neighbor who has some hisss-terical cats. He also finds out that house-sitting has nothing to do wi…
July 1, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 6

Popularity is overrated. Just ask Bob (aka Average Boy), whose "close friends" at school call him Mark, Timmy, or Jim. Instead of seeking lots of friends, Bob discovers it's best to have good friends who encourage him to gro…
June 24, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 5

"Every word of God is perfect." That's what it says in Proverbs 30:5. The Bible is alive and active, changing people's hearts. In this podcast, Bob and Jesse give tips about reading God‚Äôs Word ‚Ķ and why it's not acceptab…
June 17, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 4

There's more to manners than just saying "please" and "thank you." This podcast shows how having good manners shows respect and spreads God's love. Plus, Bob explains why it's not a good idea to have a friend try and throw a…
June 10, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 3

This podcast buzzes with excitement ‚Äì it's all about bees and being part of God's body. Both can be pretty sweet! Discover how you can use your gifts and talents for God. Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain a…
June 3, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 2

Technology is everywhere! It can totally take over your life. This podcast will help you determine if you're a Tech Addict. Bob also shares some high-flying video game insights and reveals his favorite kind of candy. Click h…
May 29, 2019

The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 1

The "Official Average Boy" podcast starts off big by talking about God's great, big world. Bob and Jesse dig into the importance of recycling and protecting God's creation. Plus, you'll hear a "ribbiting" ‚Äì er ‚Ķ riveting…