Unapologetic from SBU

A podcast mostly about Southwest Baptist University, in which Brandt Merritt and Jonathon Woodyard share insights from the SBU community and discuss cultural and religious topics through a Christian worldview.

Unapologetic from SBU is a religion podcast hosted by Southwest Baptist University, with 66 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Southwest Baptist University hosts Unapologetic from SBU, a religion show with 66 episodes published.

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  Episode #67

  Ep. 67 - Enrollment Updates and Worldview Discussions on Sin, Forgiveness, and Truth

  Oct 1, 202636 min

  Brandt Merritt and Jonathon Woodyard dig into some updates from events across SBU, including encouraging enrollment numbers for the Fall 2026 semester with growth across almost every campus. They also spend some time talking about the Department of Education's new Compact for Academic Excellence and its implications for SBU and higher education overall. Key Topics Campus updates and recent events The importance of encouragement in faith and leadership Insights on forgiveness and repentance from guest speakers Strategies for increasing enrollment and maintaining quality education The role of Christian worldview in higher education Media reflections on Hillsong and church leadership The significance of athletic character and resilience National education initiatives and free exchange of ideas Chapters 00:00 Campus updates and recent events 01:58 Encouragement through faith and community 04:46 Upcoming speaking engagements and themes 10:05 Media reflections on Hillsong and church leadership 14:57 Understanding forgiveness and repentance 20:03 Campus athletic highlights and character 22:51 Enrollment growth and strategic goals 27:07 National education initiatives and free exchange of ideas

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  Episode #66

  Ep. 66 - Pickleball and Club Sports with Minh Dinh and Annie Sparks

  Sep 17, 202634 min

  In this episode, Brandt Merritt and Jonathon Woodyard welcome Minh Dinh, associate director of club sports, and pickleball player Annie Sparks to talk about the introduction of club pickleball at SBU. Minh and Annie share their journeys to SBU, and we also learn more about the growth of club sports on campus and plans for the future. Keywords pickleball, college sports, club sports, student leadership, athletic recruitment, character development, SBU, esports, disc golf, tournament streaming Chapters 00:00 Introduction to SBU's New Club Sports Initiative 00:06 Minh and Annie Introduce Themselves and Their Backgrounds 00:12 The Origin of the Pickleball Program at SBU 00:41 Why Pickleball is Growing Nationwide 01:09 Minh Journey from Student to Staff Leader 02:02 Recruitment and Building the Team 03:07 The Formation of the Pickleball Club 04:16 First Tournaments and Competition Experience 05:10 Future Plans and Dreaming Big for Club Sports 06:08 Character and Sportsmanship in Competition 07:39 The Role of Streaming and Tournament Opportunities 08:37 Closing Remarks and Opportunities for Students

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  Episode #65

  Ep. 65 - Ultimate Joy with Desiring God's David Mathis

  Sep 8, 202643 min

  In this episode, David Mathis of Desiring God joins Brandt Merritt and Jonathon Woodyard to share his journey from college to ministry, explore the concept of Christian hedonism, and discuss his recent writings on the glory of Christ and leadership. Listeners will gain insights into biblical joy, spiritual disciplines, and the importance of delighting in God. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Purpose 01:51 David Mathis's Background and Ministry 03:48 Recent Writings and Book Projects 07:58 The Concept of Christian Hedonism 12:08 The Glory of Christ and Meditations 15:51 David Mathis's Personal Life and Family 20:08 Ministry in Minneapolis and Pastoral Training 23:55 The Growth of Desiring God and Resources 27:59 God's Commands for Happiness in Christ 31:54 Filling the Heart with Holy Pleasures 36:02 Recent Book on the Glory of Jesus 40:10 Leadership and Joy in Ministry 42:54 Habits of Grace and Discipleship Key Topics Christian hedonism and joy in God David Mathis's journey and writings Theology of the glory of Christ Leadership motivated by joy and delight Spiritual disciplines and their biblical foundation

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  Episode #64

  Ep. 64 - The Artificial Intelligence Episode

  Aug 27, 202623 min

  Brandt Merritt and Jonathon Woodyard work through ways that AI is impacting education, including at SBU. They talk about the challenges that the technology presents and ways to mitigate those challenges in the classroom. They also reflect on Jonathon's chapel message highlighting the theme of the year, "Rooted and Ready," and preview upcoming events on campus. Keywords AI in education, Christian faith, university community, identity in Christ, educational technology, community outreach, student formation Key Topics AI integration in higher education The importance of identity rooted in faith Community engagement and outreach programs Balancing technological benefits and risks Innovations in academic programs in AI and data science Strategies for teaching and assessing AI use The role of faith in student formation University growth and community involvement

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  Episode #63

  Ep. 63 - Fall Semester Preview, and Analysis of Univ. of Michigan's Decision on Grading Scales

  Aug 20, 202626 min

  Jonathon Woodyard and Brandt Merritt look ahead to the fall semester with a number of events on the calendar, including Homecoming, the Great SBU Campout, visit events, and more. They also discuss a recent headline about the University of Michigan dropping letter grades for new students, and what this says about mental health among college students. Key Topics Upcoming campus events including Welcome Weekend, football games, and community outreach Leadership development and self-awareness in students and staff Current issues in higher education such as mental health policies and grading systems The relationship between Missouri Baptist University and the Missouri Baptist Convention Strategies for engaging students and community in campus life Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections 00:23 Upcoming Semester Events and Planning 01:18 Football Schedule and Campus Activities 02:17 Leadership Books and Personal Development 03:01 Semester Kickoff and Welcome Week 04:49 Campus Life and Student Engagement 06:44 Higher Education Policies and Mental Health 11:57 Reading and Learning from Historical Theologians 14:51 Spiritual Focus and Eternal Perspective 15:45 Leadership and Self-Awareness 16:13 Fall Semester Events and Community Outreach 21:27 Football and Sports Events 22:26 Campus Visit Opportunities and Events 23:47 Missouri Baptist Convention and Institutional Relationships 27:55 Closing Remarks and Future Plans

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