Young Adults Made Alive

Where is compromise necessary and when is it detrimental? Today, Nick and Cody discuss the slippery slope of relative morality and the importance of fundamental principles.

How can everyday Christians, college students included, get involved in making some of the most important decisions in the nation? Today, Nick tells the story of his introduction to local politics and his unlikely path into the electoral college.

Nick is a lover of Jesus and a double major in both Political Science and History. He was a member of the electoral college for the 2016 presidential election, and has witnessed first hand the power of the Gospel at the state, local, and national levels.

If Justice is getting what we deserve, but Mercy and Grace are not, then how can we call God each of these attributes simultaneously? Today, Jaci walks us through the radical injustice of Christ's crucifixion and how to serve selflessly

Where do we find ourselves in God's image? How does our character reflect his, and vice versa? Today, Jaci and Cody talk about the importance of Christ's incarnation in establishing a divine empathy and providing opportunity for our personal relationships with God.

Jaci is an lover of Jesus and a recent graduate from Texas A&M. Her passions include both science and applied mathematics.

How much should the text of the Bible be held accountable for the actions of those who misuse it? What does history tell us about the authenticity of the Bible as a cultural artifact and potential weapon?

Is our happiness contingent upon our circumstances? Why does it seem like God’s favorite thing to do is glamorize pain and stigmatize pleasure? Today, Chirag and Cody walk through some of what the Bible has to say about sexuality.

Chirag is a lover of people and a recent graduate from Texas A&M. He is passionate about finding unity within society and seeking happiness in all circumstances.

What makes prayer so powerful? What’s the point in telling God what He should already know? Today, Mark talks about grocery stores and how we can be seeking God’s will through our conversations with Him.

Why is it that we hold ourselves back from vulnerability? What is it about good community that forges accountability and openness with one another? Today, Mark and Cody dive into the Riot at Ephesus as well as the two most destructive words commonly used today.

Mark is a lover of Jesus and a junior mechanical engineering major from Dallas. He is a two year member of BYX and is passionate about both prayer and brotherhood.

What does it take to change a heart? What is the relevance of worldviews that have spent centuries in conflict with one another over what seems to be myth rather than reality? Today, Rishy and Cody discuss the highs and lows of religion in general and those of Christianity in particular.

What are the things that turn people on or off when they’re being witnessed to? What are the effects of pride versus vulnerability when sharing the Gospel. Today, Rishy shares his concerns about Christians coming on too strong and lacking sincerity.

Rishy is a lover of people and a computer science major from San Antonio. He is passionate about serving others and finding meaningful relationships in college.

What are the short and long term benefits of community? Is it selfish to look at relationships as temporary and seasonal? Today, Jeanna and Cody hash out their debate on “Semester Friends” and what loyalty looks like.

What are the short and long term benefits of community? Is it selfish to look at relationships as temporary and seasonal? Today, Jeanna and Cody hash out their debate on “Semester Friends” and what loyalty looks like.

What happens when our parents can’t be there for us how we’d like them to be? Today, Tristan shares his experiences of conflict and reconciliation with his mom because of their varying beliefs.

Jeanna, Kendra, and Tristan are each lovers of people, passionate about quality friendships, and strong advocates of good mental health. Today, we go around the table, sharing stories about anxiety, depression, and what it means to be dependable.

Ephesians says we were created by God for good works that we should walk in them. But where do these works get us? Or rather, what actually GETS us to good works? (Hint. It’s Jesus)