The Smith and Rowland Show

What would truly make America great again? On The Smith and Rowland Show, Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland argue that the answer begins in the pulpit, with the preaching of Scripture and the work of the Holy Spirit.

They discuss the spiritual purpose they believe God gave America: sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ and standing as a friend to Israel. They also look back at the Great Awakening and the early formation of the nation, asking what today's churches and pastors can learn from that history.

The conversation turns to pastoral training and the role of seminaries. Alan and Jeff consider the value of theological study, the need for careful preparation and expository preaching, and why academic credentials alone can't teach a preacher to minister with the anointing of the Holy Spirit. They also talk about the cost of seminary education, modest pastoral salaries, and the smaller preacher-training schools that once prepared ministers for local churches.

For Alan and Jeff, national renewal requires more than political change. They make the case that America's spiritual health depends on churches returning to faithful biblical preaching and pastors answering God's call.

Watch Episode 995 of The Smith and Rowland Show, recorded October 14, 2026, and join the discussion about revival, the church, pastoral training, and the future of America.

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Seminary enrollment is falling, churches are closing, and many congregations are asking who will prepare the next generation of pastors.

In this episode of The Smith and Rowland Show, Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland discuss the decline in seminary enrollment and what it may mean for churches searching for pastoral leadership. They review figures cited in the program from the Association of Theological Schools, including a reported drop of about 18,000 students between 2005 and 2020.

The conversation also examines the cost of theological education, the financial pressures many pastors face, and whether traditional seminary training prepares people for the work churches need. Alan and Jeff consider local church training, Bible institutes, mentorship from experienced pastors, and the role of preaching in caring for a congregation.

They also reflect on how churches define the pastor's role, how the fivefold ministry gifts function, and how criticism of pastors and preaching can affect the next generation's willingness to serve. Their concern is clear: people called to preach need sound Bible teaching and practical preparation, even as familiar training paths change.

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A Satanic invocation at an Iowa city council meeting raises serious questions about religious expression, public leadership, and the church's response.

On this episode of The Smith and Rowland Show, Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland discuss a report about a former council member who opened a meeting in Ottumwa, Iowa, with a prayer ending in "Hail Satan." They examine the city's defense of the invocation under its policy for religious viewpoints, and consider the difference between an individual's freedom of speech and a public body's decision to include an invocation.

The conversation also addresses the broader place of Christianity in public life, the influence of the Satanic Temple's public campaigns, and the responsibility of churches to speak clearly about biblical faith. Alan and Jeff urge Christians to know God's Word, stand up for their convictions, and pray for their communities.

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Can artificial intelligence make moral choices, and whose values will guide it? Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland consider AI through the lens of Scripture, prophecy, and Christian discernment.

On this episode of The Smith and Rowland Show, the hosts discuss AI agents that can evaluate requests, weigh competing interests, and refuse human instructions. They examine concerns about safeguards, the race between the United States and China, and the possibility that powerful AI could become part of an end-times system.

The conversation turns to Daniel 12:4 and the prophecy that knowledge will increase at the time of the end. Alan and Jeff distinguish knowledge from wisdom, then consider whether AI could mirror humanity's struggle between good and evil. They also discuss the Bible as a source of supernatural intelligence, the role of oral testimony in the early church, and why Christians need a daily grounding in God's Word to discern new technologies.

This discussion isn't driven by fear of AI. It points listeners back to God's sovereignty, the authority of Scripture, and the hope Christians find in Christ's return and the promise of a new heaven and a new earth.

Watch for a Bible-centered conversation about artificial intelligence, biblical prophecy, Daniel, spiritual discernment, and the church's responsibility to prepare believers for the days ahead.

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What does the Bible mean by apostasy, and how can believers recognize when they're drifting from Christ? Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland discuss the difference between rejecting the faith and never having believed it, and why love for Christ's people matters.

In this episode of The Smith and Rowland Show, Alan and Jeff examine David Jeremiah's statement that every apostate is an unbeliever, though not every unbeliever is an apostate. They look at 2 Thessalonians 2 and 1 John 2, discussing what Scripture says about falling away, the "man of sin," and those who leave the Christian community.

The conversation also addresses a difficult reality: church hurt can tempt people to withdraw from Christian fellowship. Alan and Jeff consider why gathering with other believers matters, how isolation can weaken spiritual life, and why a painful experience with people should not become a reason to turn away from Jesus. They also reflect on John's repeated call to love fellow believers, including those who are hard to appreciate or accept.

This discussion offers a biblical framework for thinking about apostasy, spiritual perseverance, the church, and end-times prophecy. It also invites listeners who have stepped away from fellowship to examine their hearts and consider returning to Christ and the community of faith.

Watch Episode 991 of The Smith and Rowland Show, dated October 6, 2026.

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Why are so many Christians sitting on the sidelines instead of serving? Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland examine the falling away from church life and the call God places on every believer.

In this episode of The Smith and Rowland Show, Alan and Jeff discuss the decline in participation in mainline churches, the growth of independent congregations, and the need for biblical accountability in every kind of church. They consider how pastors, elders, and ministry leaders can equip believers without making the church a one-person show.

They also challenge the idea that ministry belongs only on a platform. Every believer has a role, and spiritual gifts are given to serve others, share the gospel, and disciple those who follow Christ. Much of that work happens beyond church walls, through practical acts of care, mercy, hospitality, teaching, and outreach.

The conversation looks at how churches can help people recognize their calling, name their ministry, and receive support from the congregation. Alan and Jeff also discuss peer guidance, healthy relationships, local church leadership, and the balance between individual ministry and accountability to the church.

Watch for a Bible-centered conversation about why believers become spectators, how congregations can equip people for service, and what it means to take responsibility for the ministry God has placed in your life.

This is Part 1 of a discussion that continues in the next episode.

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Why are younger people returning to traditional churches while many established denominations continue to lose members? This episode examines the Episcopal Church's decline, the aging of its congregations, and the theological choices shaping the future of American churches.

The hosts discuss reported figures showing Episcopal membership falling from about 3.4 million in 1960 to roughly 1.5 million, alongside a reported median member age of 69 and declining attendance. They consider how these trends may reinforce one another, especially when churches close more congregations than they open.

The conversation looks back at the cultural changes of the 1960s and asks whether churches changed their theology and practices to attract younger generations, only to lose the message that once brought people in. The hosts argue that repentance, biblical conviction, and the gospel must remain central to church life.

They also examine the growth of non-denominational churches, the appeal of liturgy and older worship traditions, and the risk of rebuilding the same rigid structures outside established denominations. Their discussion makes room for both historic hymns and contemporary worship, while challenging churches to value what is old without rejecting what is new.

Watch for a frank conversation about denominational decline, church attendance, spiritual truth, and what younger generations may be seeking. The episode closes with a preview of the next discussion on the Disciples of Christ and United Church of Christ.

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Why are church attendance and membership falling, even as churches change to attract a wider audience? Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland discuss the theological shifts they believe have weakened the church's biblical foundations.

In this episode of The Smith and Rowland Show, they examine declining membership in mainline denominations and consider changes around biblical authority, salvation, the uniqueness of Christ, and human sexuality. They also discuss the expectation that more culturally accommodating churches would bring younger people back, and why that approach has not stopped the decline.

The conversation looks at the call to repentance and a return to the church's first works, the role of tradition in passing faith between generations, and the importance of preaching the gospel with clarity. Alan and Jeff also reflect on their own ministry experience and explain why they feel compelled to speak plainly about the state of the church.

Watch for a Bible-centered discussion about church attendance, theological change, discipleship, and what it means to remain faithful when popular ideas conflict with Scripture.

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What happens when churches change their theology to fit the culture? In Episode 987, Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland examine the decline of mainline Protestant churches and question whether progressive theological changes achieved their intended purpose.

The discussion looks at the historic influence of denominations such as the United Methodist Church, the Episcopal Church, the Presbyterian Church (USA), the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the United Church of Christ, the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), and the American Baptist Churches USA. The hosts then focus on changes that gained momentum in the 1960s, including debates over biblical authority, human sexuality, the uniqueness of Christ, and salvation.

Alan and Jeff argue that a church's view of Scripture shapes its teaching on every other doctrine. They also consider the role of worship music and hymns, explaining how traditional hymns taught biblical truth to congregations. Contemporary worship can have a place, they say, without discarding songs rooted in Scripture.

The episode connects these theological changes to declining church attendance and asks what churches lose when they prioritize cultural relevance over faithful preaching. The conversation also touches on Israel, biblical prophecy, and the need for churches to return to the authority of God's Word.

Watch for a candid discussion of progressive Christianity, church membership decline, biblical authority, worship, and the future of the American church.

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A reported midair attack on a flight bound for Israel raises urgent questions about aviation security, terrorism, and spiritual discernment.

On this episode of The Smith and Rowland Show, Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland discuss reports that a co-pilot stabbed the captain and attempted to take control of a Boeing 737 carrying 174 passengers. Passengers and crew intervened, and an off-duty Russian pilot and Ukrainian pilot helped bring the plane to a safe landing.

The hosts consider the reported connection to the tactics of 9/11, the wider conflict involving Israel and Iran, and what this incident could mean for security alerts. They also reflect on the striking detail of Russian and Ukrainian pilots working together, and ask viewers to pray for wisdom about the event's spiritual significance.

The conversation turns to the hosts' concerns about spiritual warfare and the need for Christians to remain watchful, grounded in Christ, and committed to prayer. The episode closes with a prayer for those involved and for revelation and discernment.

Watch Episode 986 of The Smith and Rowland Show, recorded September 30, 2026.

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