Official Average Boy Podcast #97

Official Average Boy Podcast #97

Author: Focus on the Family January 31, 2025 Duration: 22:26

Average Boy knows what a dilemma is and experiences a lot (two words) of them. Whether it’s delivering an 80-pound fruitcake to Mr. Polvado or helping his neighbor Mrs. Fox gather eggs, he’s able to figure out how to handle a broken window or getting chased by an angry rooster! As the new year begins, AB is faced with another dilemma: How to make the most of each day God gives us? But instead of making his list, AB gets distracted . . . first by the video game River Shiver and then by helping Mr. Polvado clean out his closet. When he finally sits down to work on his list of what to do, he gets frustrated, until his mom has the answer! Bob and Jesse also help a listener learn a little more about the amazing and powerful God that we serve.

 

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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

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Podcast Episodes
The Official Average Boy Podcast #31 on Humility [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:55
Bob is the best at being humble. Just ask him, he’ll tell you all about it! But seriously, Bob learns an important lesson about humility at his family’s “Showdown at the Better-Than-OK Dessert Corral” that develops after…
The Official Average Boy Podcast #30 on Running the Race for God [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:10
Bob and his best friend, Billy, host the Billy-Bob Olympics in Bob’s backyard. This highly competitive neighborhood competition features a bowling ball toss, long jump and melt-athon. Who wins, and what are those events?…
The Official Average Boy Podcast #29 on Patience [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:32
Doctors have patients, but everyone should all show patience. Waiting for what we want isn’t easy. Bob discovers life is no cake walk. Plus, listeners receive fantastic pointers from the Bible and Bob’s grandma about the…
The Official Average Boy Podcast #28 on Living Uprightly [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:15
Bob helps his neighbor Mrs. Dodd clean out her garage and get organized. It’s a big job with big consequences when Bob breaks a cherished keepsake. What will he do? What will Mrs. Dodd do? And what will “Charity” do with…
The Official Average Boy Podcast #26 on Honesty [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:07
Honesty truly is the best policy. And honestly, Bob is not a very good pickleball player. (And what exactly is pickleball? Can you squeeze it on a hotdog?) On the other hand, Bob is really good about being honest, which…
The Official Average Boy Podcast #25 on Using Our Brains [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:57
In this podcast Bob explains the power of logical reasoning. He just learned about it at school and has lots of great, err, good examples that he thought up. God’s Word encourages us to “acquire knowledge” (Proverbs 18:1…
The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 24 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:35
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 wi…
The Official Average Boy Podcast Episode 23 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:27
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…

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