Official Average Boy Podcast #46

Official Average Boy Podcast #46

Author: Focus on the Family January 29, 2021 Duration: 14:04

Bob's grades are lagging because his homework skills are lacking. His mom gets him a homework planner, but it's getting filled with doodles – not assignment due dates. After looking at several Bible verses, including Colossians 3:23, Bob commits to being more responsible with his homework. He also talks about the consequences of sin and solves the math equation of 168 divided by 12.

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Ever wondered what happens when a magazine editor and a stand-up comedian decide to chat about life, faith, and the perfectly average day? That’s the heart of The Official Average Boy Podcast, a production from Focus on the Family. Jesse Florea, from the team behind Clubhouse magazine, teams up with comedian Bob Smiley for conversations that feel like hanging out with friends who just get it. They dive into real topics kids and their families face-like figuring out forgiveness, the meaning of respect, or how to set a goal without getting overwhelmed. It’s not a lecture; it’s a mix of genuine laughs and thoughtful moments that explore how concepts like prayer, self-control, and finding your value connect to everyday adventures. Designed with 8 to 12-year-olds in mind, this podcast turns car rides or after-school downtime into a chance for the whole family to share some entertainment that’s both lighthearted and meaningful. You’ll hear stories, a good dose of humor, and honest talk about living out your faith, all wrapped up in episodes that prove ordinary life is pretty extraordinary. Tune in for a blend of comedy and character that makes this family-friendly podcast a unique listen.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

The Official Average Boy Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Official Average Boy Podcast #41 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:28
What do oxygen, obedience, and getting stuck in a tube all have in common? Listeners find out when Bob's dad takes him and his best friend, Billy, to Henry Hippo's Pizza and Prizes. Bob discovers that God and his dad loo…
Official Average Boy Podcast #40 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:56
Bob buys and plants "potato seeds" in hopes of growing something good for his family. He quickly learns that waiting is the hardest part of gardening, not to mention the hoeing, watering, planting and tending. What sprou…
Official Average Boy Podcast #39 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:18
Having boundaries in our lives keeps us safe and lets others know what we believe in. If Bob had better boundaries, he probably wouldn’t have gotten stuck in a tree trying to rescue what he thought was a cat. Bob also te…
Official Average Boy Podcast #38 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:26
Knowing what to do and when to do it takes common sense. Bob learns that lesson during family movie night. As a normally verbose movie viewer, Bob keeps his mouth shut during an actual bug attack and the results get mess…
Official Average Boy Podcast #37 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:58
Bob’s family has been spending more time at home, so they’ve gotten creative with their family activities. By combining different board games, they’ve created new challenges. Like by mixing “Sorry!” and Jenga, they made…
Official Average Boy Podcast #36 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:22
Bob’s brother, Brian, has a problem with listening. He never does what Bob says! On the other hand, with Bob’s big ears, he’s a great listener . . . or is he? This podcast digs into the difference between hearing and lis…
Official Average Boy Podcast #35 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:34
Bob crashes his friend’s Segway, but that’s not what he’s afraid about. He actually messed up at church and is afraid that he wasn’t a good example of being a follower of Christ. Fortunately, Sarah is there to encourage…
Official Average Boy Podcast #34 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:18
From parents to pastors to police officers, the list of people who help our lives is pretty long. And don’t forget teachers and doctors and nurses! Bob tells how he tried to thank his youth pastor for helping him, but en…
Official Average Boy Podcast #33 on Peaceful Conflict Resolution [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:42
Bob and his brother, Brian, get in a football throwing battle. Instead of getting angry and escalating the situation, Bob’s Mom reminds her boys that “the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God” (James 1:…
Official Average Boy Podcast #32 on Chores [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:42
Bob and his parents develop a chore chart. As his dad always says, “It may be summer, but there’s no break from chores.” For some reason, eating ice cream on Wednesdays doesn’t make the list. Bob and Jesse also talk abou…