Following Jesus in College & Beyond
The Following Jesus in College & Beyond podcast is here to give students a vision for what it could look like for them to follow Jesus in college, prioritize their walk with the Lord and grow in their faith by sharing encouraging testimonies, stories, interviews and talks. This podcast is here for high school students considering college, as well as current college students, to be challenged and inspired to follow God more boldly and faithfully.
Episodes
18 episodes
17 - How a Pro-Life, Conservative Christian Made It Through Harvard - Ava Swanson's Story - BONUS EPISODE
Ava Swanson's Story - BONUS EPISODEHow a Pro-Life, Conservative Christian Made It Through HarvardAva's story is encouraging and you'll be inspired to live your faith with more boldness and courage as you listen to this episode. En...
16- Felix on the Christian Life as a college student at Harvard
In this conversation, Felix shares about his journey at Harvard, how God met him during his college years, and the people and practices that shaped his spiritual growth. From navigating the challenges of campus life to finding a deeper relation...
15- Jack’s Story: Neurodivergence, Harvard, and the Coherence of the Gospel
How does someone who craves logical structure, depth, and intellectual clarity come to embrace Christianity? Jack Mann, a neurodivergent Harvard student, shares how his brilliant mind and unique wiring didn’t make faith harder—they made it ...
14- Representing Christ at Harvard: A Conversation on Family, Health, and Church
From receiving a prophetic word to representing Christian students to Harvard’s administration, this episode dives into what it means to be a faithful witness at school—while staying connected to family, caring for your body, and joining a loca...
13- Friendship, Faith, and Following Jesus at Harvard – with Tyler Parker
Tyler is a great friend, gifted teacher, and passionate evangelist—and I had the joy of serving alongside him at Harvard! In this episode, he shares openly about his background, Christian upbringing, and how he got connected to a vibrant Christ...
12- Boarding School Student Starts Christian Club - Ephraim's Story
Ephraim shares his powerful story about how he started and led the Christian Student Club at his boarding school where he preached every Sunday, and how the Lord got a hold of him at a Christian Camp and saved him. We also discuss the danger of...
11- Loving Theology as a Harvard Student - Christian's Story of Faith
Listen to the fascinating story of how Christian came to faith as a college student by hearing the infamous "Youth Sermon" by Paul Washer on YouTube. We also discuss the value of Christian friendships, theology and putting Jesus first above you...
10- Life Together - Christian Community at Harvard - Allen's Story
In this interview, Allen shares his story of following Jesus as a college student, the difference Christian community has made in his life and the importance of prioritizing both Word (intellectual growth) as well as Spirit (the experiential as...
9- On Pursuing Jesus as an Intellectual at Harvard - Interview with Caleb
Caleb shares his story of being a Christian on Harvard's campus. He also talks about the intellectual challenges of being a Christian in non-Christian settings.
8- The Difference Jesus Makes In Your College Experience - Interview with Emma
If you are a Christian headed to college, you need to listen to this episode. Emma, as senior at Harvard, shares a lot of wisdom on how to practically prioritize your faith as a college student.
7- How A Harvard Sophomore Put Jesus First
Ethan talks about his background, how he came to faith, and how he has put Jesus first since he came to Harvard!
6- Sarah's Story of Faith & The Role Christian Community Played in Her Life
In this episode we sit down to chat with Sarah about her story of following Jesus at Harvard, and the important role that Christian community played in her life. Thanks for listening to Following Jesus in College & Beyond with ...
5- On Navigating Doubt with Every Nation Campus Minister David Fulton
How should I navigate seasons of doubt in my faith? In this conversation with David Fulton, the Campus Missionary at Northeastern with Every Nation, we talk about how to faithfully process your doubts. If you are going through a se...
4- How to Navigate Grief and Loss with your Christian Community
In this episode, Steph talks about her story of loss and grief, and how her Christian community in college made the biggest difference for her as she navigated incredible suffering. Thanks for listening to Following Jesus in College &am...
3 - On Being a Christian at Harvard - Interview with Braedon
What is it like being a Christian at Harvard? In this interview with Braedon, recorded in 2023, we discuss that question as well as finding Christian community, representing Jesus on campus and keeping the main thing the main thing.
2 - Harvard Senior on Finding Christian Fellowship and Practicing Spiritual Disciplines
Thanks for listening to Following Jesus in College & Beyond with Fady GhobrialIn this interview with Kat, recorded in 2023, we talk about how she found a Christian Fellowship on campus at Harvard, the importance of theology and chur...
1 - Texan Pastor's Kid Lives Out Faith Boldly at Harvard
In this interview with Ashton, he shares his story of what it looked like for him, as a Christian from the south, to follow Jesus at Harvard, and the impact Christian community had on his faith. Ashton references