In this week’s episode of Granger Smith Reacts, Granger dives into a bold take from worship leader Jeremy Riddle — who’s calling for a total overhaul of Christian award shows. 👀 From “the Dove Awards aren’t Christian” to “what would Jesus’ award show look like?”, this one sparks a deep (and funny) conversation about faith, music, and fame.

 

Granger shares his own behind-the-scenes experience with award shows — the red carpets, the awkward dinners, and why he despised them — while wrestling with the big question: Can we really celebrate faith the same way the world celebrates fame?

 

💭 Expect honest reflections, biblical wisdom, and the usual Granger humor as we unpack how the kingdom of God might hand out trophies… if it ever did.

 

👉 Watch Episode 1 here if you missed it: https://youtu.be/80OJ1pIuWAc

🎙 Subscribe for more faith-filled reactions every week!

In this week&rsquo;s episode of Granger Smith Reacts, Granger dives into a bold take from worship leader Jeremy Riddle &mdash; who&rsquo;s calling for a total overhaul of Christian award shows. 👀 From &ldquo;the Dove Awards aren&rsquo;t Christian&rdquo; to &ldquo;what would Jesus&rsquo; award show look like?&rdquo;, this one sparks a deep (and funny) conversation about faith, music, and fame.
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Granger shares his own behind-the-scenes experience with award shows &mdash; the red carpets, the awkward dinners, and why he despised them &mdash; while wrestling with the big question: Can we really celebrate faith the same way the world celebrates fame?
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💭 Expect honest reflections, biblical wisdom, and the usual Granger humor as we unpack how the kingdom of God might hand out trophies&hellip; if it ever did.
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👉 Watch Episode 1 here if you missed it: https://youtu.be/80OJ1pIuWAc
🎙 Subscribe for more faith-filled reactions every week!

Husband, father and musician, Granger Smith discusses matters of faith, family, music and the outdoors, while spreading messages of integrity, honor, truth, and restoration grounded in a Christian worldview. This podcast is meant to provide light for the seekers, hope for the bleak, fuel for the motivated, encouragement for the steadfast, and restoration for the faithless. We magnifying the message of a story worth sharing, unashamed to tackle the politically incorrect, sensitive, patriotic, unabashed topics with the full intention of awakening a sense of meaningful life clarity.

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"The GMA Dove Awards is NOT Christian!"

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This week, Granger and AntMan talk honestly about why the holidays feel more stressful than peaceful for so many people today. What used to be a season of rest now feels rushed, chaotic, and noisy, and the guys explore what’s behind that shift. Their conversation leads to a surprising place: the way short-form video and endless scrolling are quietly reshaping our minds, our attention, and even our expectations of what peace should feel like.

 

Granger shares a moment from traveling overseas that first opened his eyes to how extreme scrolling has become, and the two walk through new research showing how short videos affect focus, anxiety, self-control, and the way our brains now crave constant stimulation. They talk about how algorithms prey on our emotions, why age doesn’t protect anyone from these effects, and how quickly “just relaxing on the couch” can turn into something that rewires the way we experience the world.

 

But the episode doesn’t stop at warning signs. Granger and AntMan speak openly about their own habits, the changes they’ve made, and the freedom that comes from stepping away from the swipe. They close with a reminder of where real peace comes from, especially in a season that promises it but rarely delivers. It’s a thoughtful conversation about guarding your heart, finding stillness again, and choosing something better than the endless scroll.

This week, Granger and AntMan talk honestly about why the holidays feel more stressful than peaceful for so many people today. What used to be a season of rest now feels rushed, chaotic, and noisy, and the guys explore what&rsquo;s behind that shift. Their conversation leads to a surprising place: the way short-form video and endless scrolling are quietly reshaping our minds, our attention, and even our expectations of what peace should feel like.
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Granger shares a moment from traveling overseas that first opened his eyes to how extreme scrolling has become, and the two walk through new research showing how short videos affect focus, anxiety, self-control, and the way our brains now crave constant stimulation. They talk about how algorithms prey on our emotions, why age doesn&rsquo;t protect anyone from these effects, and how quickly &ldquo;just relaxing on the couch&rdquo; can turn into something that rewires the way we experience the world.
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But the episode doesn&rsquo;t stop at warning signs. Granger and AntMan speak openly about their own habits, the changes they&rsquo;ve made, and the freedom that comes from stepping away from the swipe. They close with a reminder of where real peace comes from, especially in a season that promises it but rarely delivers. It&rsquo;s a thoughtful conversation about guarding your heart, finding stillness again, and choosing something better than the endless scroll.

Avoid This To Have A Merry Christmas!

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In this Friday Q&A, Granger tackles two thoughtful emails that deal with the power of language and the challenges of building a Christ-centered home.

 

First, he responds to a listener who struggles with Christians using phrases like “been through hell” and questions whether this language honors what Jesus actually endured. Granger unpacks why word choice matters, how our phrases reveal what we believe, and why Christians should be intentional with the way we speak.

 

The second email comes from a young wife and soon-to-be mom who did not grow up with biblical examples of marriage or parenting. She asks how to rewrite old patterns and understand God’s design for the family. Granger and the team offer practical counsel about discipleship, learning from older believers, embracing self-denial, and starting a new legacy rooted in Christ.

 

Have a question for a future Q&A?

Email: podcast@grangersmith.com

In this Friday Q&amp;A, Granger tackles two thoughtful emails that deal with the power of language and the challenges of building a Christ-centered home.
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First, he responds to a listener who struggles with Christians using phrases like &ldquo;been through hell&rdquo; and questions whether this language honors what Jesus actually endured. Granger unpacks why word choice matters, how our phrases reveal what we believe, and why Christians should be intentional with the way we speak.
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The second email comes from a young wife and soon-to-be mom who did not grow up with biblical examples of marriage or parenting. She asks how to rewrite old patterns and understand God&rsquo;s design for the family. Granger and the team offer practical counsel about discipleship, learning from older believers, embracing self-denial, and starting a new legacy rooted in Christ.
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Have a question for a future Q&amp;A?
Email: podcast@grangersmith.com

"He Was A Tyrant And Emotionally Toxic!"

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This week, Granger sits down with Jim Daly, president of Focus on the Family, for a heartfelt conversation about faith, family, and the work God is doing through everyday people. Granger shares how Focus on the Family shaped his own upbringing, even playing a voice message from his mom describing how the ministry prayed for their family through some of their hardest years. Jim responds with stories of his own, reflecting on how the ministry seeks to strengthen homes and reach people who feel unseen or overwhelmed.

 

As the conversation unfolds, the two talk about the importance of investing in young men and why this next generation is at the center of so many cultural battles. They discuss what real masculinity looks like, how the world often distorts it, and why raising strong, humble, Christ-centered men matters so deeply for families and churches.

 

Granger and Jim also take time to talk about marriage, purpose, and the value of bringing children into a world that feels increasingly unstable. Jim’s perspective is clear and encouraging — God places us exactly where and when He intends, and He equips parents to raise kids with courage and hope, even in difficult times.

 

It’s an honest and uplifting episode filled with wisdom, stories, and gratitude for the ministry that has touched so many families.

This week, Granger sits down with Jim Daly, president of Focus on the Family, for a heartfelt conversation about faith, family, and the work God is doing through everyday people. Granger shares how Focus on the Family shaped his own upbringing, even playing a voice message from his mom describing how the ministry prayed for their family through some of their hardest years. Jim responds with stories of his own, reflecting on how the ministry seeks to strengthen homes and reach people who feel unseen or overwhelmed.
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As the conversation unfolds, the two talk about the importance of investing in young men and why this next generation is at the center of so many cultural battles. They discuss what real masculinity looks like, how the world often distorts it, and why raising strong, humble, Christ-centered men matters so deeply for families and churches.
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Granger and Jim also take time to talk about marriage, purpose, and the value of bringing children into a world that feels increasingly unstable. Jim&rsquo;s perspective is clear and encouraging &mdash; God places us exactly where and when He intends, and He equips parents to raise kids with courage and hope, even in difficult times.
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It&rsquo;s an honest and uplifting episode filled with wisdom, stories, and gratitude for the ministry that has touched so many families.

Why Should We Bring More Kids Into This Dark World?

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"The GMA Dove Awards is NOT Christian!"

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