The Vertical Podcast
Join two friends as they dive into the real, raw, and sometimes ridiculous ups and downs of life - all through the lens of Scripture. From everyday struggles to big faith questions, they tackle it all with honesty, humor, and a heart grounded in the Word. Whether you're wrestling with doubt, chasing purpose, or just need a reminder that you're not alone, The Vertical Podcast is here to encourage, challenge, and point you back to Jesus!
Episodes
36 episodes
Season 2 Recap
Our last episode for Season 2. We look back on past episodes and look forward to what Season 3 has in store on the The Vertical Podcast!
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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50:53
The Power of Forgiveness
Welcome to our latest podcast episode, "The Power of Forgiveness"! In this enlightening episode, we dive deep into the transformative theme of forgiveness as presented in the Bible. Join us as we explore key scriptures that illumin...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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1:22:39
Church Hurt
In this heartfelt episode, we dive deep into the complex and often painful topic of "church hurt." Many individuals have experienced emotional and spiritual wounds from their church communities, and we believe it's crucial to address these issu...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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48:43
The Almost Brothers Podcast meets The Vertical Podcast!
Join us in this exciting episode as we reconnect with our good friends Michael and Rich! These talented hosts of "The Almost Brothers Podcast" graciously welcomed us onto their show back in late June, and now it's our turn to return the favor. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:09:37
7 minute devotional: Psalms 1:1-3
🎧 What You’ll Learn:- The significance of choosing the right path in life- How delighting in God’s Word can transform your daily routine- The beautiful imagery of being like a tree planted by streams of water- Practical tips for...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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7:11
Faith Over Fear
Join us as we dive into:1. The impactful mission of Charlie Kirk and his dedication to inspiring young Christians to engage in the public square.2. The significance of September 11th and how it serves as a reminder of the fragility of l...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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1:54:58
WWJD
In this episode, we dive into the concerning trend of school athletics sharing reels and TikToks that extend well beyond the playful pranks of rivalry. We explore how we can respond to this as Christians in a manner that aligns with biblical pr...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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1:37:11
Road to Redemption
In this episode of "The Vertical Podcast," we share personal testimonies of salvation and redemption through Jesus Christ. Join us as we open up about our journeys from despair to hope, revealing how faith in Jesus transformed Jesus our lives i...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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2:07:05
Sharing Your Faith
YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS this inspiring episode of The Vertical Podcast, as we dive into the powerful and often transformative practice of sharing your faith with others. Join us as we explore the various ways individuals can express their belief...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:47:46
Does God Hate?
In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into Proverbs 6:16-19, where the Scriptures outline seven things that the Lord detests. Join us as we unpack the meaning of these verses and explore the complex nature of God's feelings towards si...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:35:34
Camps down at the Bogg!
In this episode we got away from youth camp for a few hours to put out this episode! It's the last of the summer events for 2025 and we're rollin in on fumes!
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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50:44
BONUS EPISODE!
In this bonus episode we just hang out and talk about random things and finish our conversation with thoughts on a lesson given by one of our students this past Wednesday night. Don't miss it!
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Season 2
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1:08:48
Summer Missions (guest Bobby Cooper)
In this episode we are looking back on 2025's summer missions.
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:33:49
John 3:16
In this episode Pastor Jared is speaking about one of the most well known verses in the Bible. He goes into what makes it such a vital verse to use when evangelizing to someone who has never heard of Jesus, or to anyone who has never heard the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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39:05
Episode 2: This is Malawi
In this episode I am in Malawi Africa joined by Casey Martin with Twelve 9 Ministries and Homer Frachiseur with Story Creek Baptist Church! We are sharing our experience here in Malawi as we live on mission spreading the Good News of Jesus Chri...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:14:59
Season 2, Episode 1: “Gossip”
In this season opener I, Jared Morphew, am flying solo talking about gossip from a biblical perspective. We'll look at why it's a sin and the damage it can cause.
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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21:26
Episode 16: Loving Your Enemies
In our Season 1 finale we are speaking about loving our enemies. This is the perfect episode to end the last episode of Season 1 because we will be leading Season 2 off with a podcast about friends and those closest to us!
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:23:21
Episode 15: Missions
In this episode we are joined by a special guest! We discuss international missions and what that looks like from a mission pastor's perspective.
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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1:52:13
Episode 14: The Age of Social Media
In this episode we have a conversation about the effect social media has on past and current generations.
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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1:54:32
Episode 13: The Power of Praise!
In this episode we have a discussion about the power of praise.
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:29:16
Episode 12: The Power of Prayer
In this episode we have a conversation about the power of prayer.
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:38:39
Episode 11: Christian Influence in Sports
In this episode we are having a casual conversation about sports and the influence Christian athletes can have on others.
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:15:51
Episode 10: Pride
In this episode we have a conversation about pride and the affect it can have on our lives.
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:28:59