Episodes
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The Grandparent's Guide To Better Youth Ministry
I recently read an article about what makes a good grandparent and I what I learned from the article will work for youth pastors, as well, Links below to all the things. 27 Weeks For $27 https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/hetgzh Article About Grand Parenting...
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Does Your Youth Group Feel Phony? Here's How To Change It.
In this episode I share why your kids think your youth group feels fake and how to make it more real. Check out my The Unexpected Church series https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/mngjjr Here's the link to the other Wendy's Ep. https://on.soundcloud.com/DKyo95nwoibRh2nq7i Youth Ministry...
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How To Lead Better Bible Studies
In this episode, Paul sits down with Mike Robison, youth pastor and creator of Behold the King—a Gospel of Luke study that functions as both a Bible study and commentary designed specifically for students. Mike shares the 8 powerful questions that teach teenagers not just what Scripture says, but...
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How Will You Be Remembered?
The headline announcing this preacher's death was true but unkind. I have some thoughts on how I'd like to be remembered. Like. Subscribe. Share and if you'd like to support the work I do, visit my youth ministry store and pick something up https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/
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This Idea From Wendy's Will Transform Your Ministry
The fast food restaurant Wendy's is always doing some unexpected and in this episode I'm going to teach you use this principle to transform your church and youth ministry . Link below to my new 5 week series Unexpected. Unexpected Series https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/mngjjr
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Simplifying The Faith For Students
In this episode I sit down with pastor and author Allen Ratta and talk about simplifying the faith and getting back to the Joy of the Lord. Links below to all the things. I am an Amazon Affiliate, if you use some of the links below to purchase a product, a few pennies will come my way. Spiritual...
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Is Your Calendar Sabotaging Authentic Community?
Is your youth or church calendar actually hostile to authentic community? I'll point out the red flags, share my experience with 3rd spaces and offer some hard questions we all need to ask. Links to the video and youth ministry resources below. The Quiet Disappearance of Free Places To Sit...
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My Process For Connecting The Generations
This is the third in my series on the changes I have made in our youth ministry to shift from weekly youth meetings to intergenerational ministry. Grab all three lessons, notes and slides down below. Interchange: Intergenerational Ministry In The Local Church...
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Passing the Torch: How Older Generations Can Reach the Next
How can you get the older generation in your church to pass the torch of faith to the next generation? In this episode I'll be sharing what I taught an adult Sunday School of 70 year olds and up about what teens need from their generation to not only step into our church, but stay in our church....
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Our Youth Group Was Dying. Here's What We Did.
Our youth group imploded a few months ago. We've moved from a church that has a youth group to a church that does youth ministry. In this episode, I share my recorded session of where I teach the church about intergenerational youth ministry. Link below to all the things. Youth Ministry Resource...
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The Unseen Threat to the Next Generation
A few weeks ago I interviewed the founder of the new Christian social media app, Acts Social and they returned the favor. If you're new to the podcast you'll find out why I do what I do and if you're a regular I share some spicy takes and maybe somethings you've never heard me say before. All the...
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Focus On The Coals Not The Flame
We all love the flames of revival but it's the coals that the Holy Spirit ignites. If you want your students to mature in Christ and prepare them for what God will do next in their loves, teach them to keep their faith hot with these four practices. Links to resources below. My Youth Ministry...
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This Social Media App Will Improve Your Spiritual Health
I know you want to understand teens and their social media, get our message out, etc. but can we talk about your social media habits, for a minute? Today I interview Shawn Witson about the social media app he designed to encourage believers to embrace the Acts 2:42 mindset. Download the app and...
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4 Signs Your Youth Group Is Dead
How would you know if your youth ministry was dead? In today episode I share the clinical signs of death and four vital signs you must always be checking to keep your youth group alive. If you'd like to check out Catalyst Coaching, and my other resources, please click here...
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Your Youth Ministry Model Is Wrong
In this episode I have to give you some bad news, your youth ministry model is, likely, wrong. But don't worry there is some good new too as I share HOW you can tell if your model is wrong. Links below Mark Manson article (please forgive the title, its not my fault)...
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Getting Your Team To Buy In Like The New York Knicks
Do you want to build a championship youth ministry team? In this episode I share what Mike Brown, coach of the 2026 NBA Champion New York Knicks did before the seasons that, I believe, gave their team an advantage in winning that championship and how you can do the same with your team. Links…
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Dylan Novak Gives Bibles To Hollywood Elites
If you ever wondered what it would be like to share the gospel with your favorite movie star or singer, Dylan Novak has you covered. Dylan gives you a behind the scenes look at how celebrities react when the gospel is share. Check out the links below to sponsor a bible. The Youth Pastors Guide To…
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How Churches Are Ruining Young Youth Pastors
In todays episode I share 5 ways churches are ruining young youth pastors. If you want to have the best year in youth ministry you've ever had, check out my store for resources that will help you do just that https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/
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A Glimmer of Hope
If you've been looking at your students every week ,like the Magi looked into the sky, searching for that glimmer of hope that you are making a difference, I have a short, simple devotion to share with you. My Christmas Sale is going on right now so grab some deals while you can. The Christmas…
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Student Evangelism Master Class with Evangelist Nick Hall
If you are struggling to get your kids to share their faith with their friends, this episode is for you. Nick share a 5 secrets to sharing your faith any teen can use. Check out all the links below. Nick Hall https://www.nickhall.com/ Pulse Evangelism https://www.pulse.org/ Time to Tell 4 Week...
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Turning "Just Volunteers" Into Ministry Partners
There is never not a good time to talk about volunteers and today I have 6 tips for turning volunteers/chaperones into ministry partners. If you are looking for a speaker for camp, a retreat, a D-Now or or for a training for your ministry partners, check out my friend Dan Istvanik's new speaker...
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Being Brutally Honest About Youth Minstry
In this episode I get honest about youth ministry and how I'm learning to experiment more and worry less. If you are interested in checking out some of my youth ministry resources head over to https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/ If you're serious about having the best year in youth ministry...
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Ministering To Sports Focused Families
If you've ever gotten a little salty about student athletes, and their families, missing church, this episode will open your eyes and may even change the way you minister to student athletes. Be sure to subscribe, all the links are down below. Away Game: A Christian Parents Guide To Navigating...
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How To 3x Your Youth Group With Greg Stier
My guest today is Greg Stier, evangelist, author, speaker, and founder of Dare 2 Share Ministries. Today we break down new research on why now is the right time to be training our students to share the gospel and he shares findings from new research that will impact your youth group. All the…
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Growing Older And Wiser In Youth Ministry
I had an amazing conversation with Jody Livingston over at The Longer Haul podcast about what's it like growing older and, hopefully, wiser in ministry and wanted you to hear it even if your just getting started. Link to al the things are down below but definitely go check out Jody and The Longer...
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Designing Your Youth Room With Purpose
Are you looking to update your youth room? You've come to the right place. In this episode I give you the 9 ingredients to good youth room design and designing around the things that do not change. Download my Youth Pastors Guide To Youth Room Design for the notes and work sheets to take make…
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Metrics vs Ministry
Has the numbers game distracted you from the real ministry of discipling students? In today's episode I try to untangle and separate metrics from ministry so we don't miss the goal of creating a Christ centered path for students to walk in. Links to resources mention in this episode are below.…
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Why Don't I Have Any Friends?
I was doing an Office Hours show over on my Youtube Channel and some asked the question about why they don't have any friends and in this episode I share my response. I've also included a link to a video about how many people choose aloneness when they could be in community. Inside the…
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10 Years of Motion + The State of the Pod
It's been 10 years so join me for a short time of reflection and a state of this podcast and what the future may hold. Thank you for 10 years of allowing me to be a part of your ministry.
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Becoming A More Confident Youth Pastor
How confident are you? In your abilities? In your programming? Well, by the end of this episode my hope is that your confidence will be sky high. Links below for all the things. Back To School Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgx New Youth Pastor Bundle...
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Failing Does Not Equal Failure
Have you been feeling like a failure lately? We've all been there. The question is, what do you do about it? In this episode I share my failure and how I changed my mindset about failure. Links below to all the youth ministry resources mentioned in the episode. Back To School Bundle...
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11 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming A Youth Pastor
What do you wish you knew before become a youth pastor? A bunch, right? Well, in today's hall of fame episode I share 11 things I wish I knew and I hope they will help you navigate whatever journey you are on. Links below to all the resources mentioned. Back To School Bundle...
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You Are Not The Hat You Wear
This weeks Hall of Fame episode is all about YOU! That's right. Youth Ministry tips and tricks only can take us so far, it's who we are in Christ that helps us love and lead students. Check out the resources below and thanks for listening. Back To School Bundle...
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Thinking About Quitting? Don't, Not Until You've Listened To This.
If you’ve been struggling to stay in youth ministry and ready to hang it up, don’t do it is just yet. This interview could rekindle your passion for youth and challenge you to persist in your calling. Links below to all the stuff. Staying Power (10 Essentials for Longevity in Youth Ministry)...
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Rekindling Purpose in Your Volunteer Team
Is your youth ministry team feeling a bit spiritually cold? This episode will help you rekindle their passion for the Lord and for ministry. If you'd like my Youth Pastors Guide To Rekindling Volunteer Passion, you can receive it by either signing up for my newsletter...
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Vision Trumps Fear
Has fear been getting in the way of living your vision? In today's episode I share my struggle with fear and how I got my vision for life and ministry back. Back To School Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgx New Youth Pastor Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/dATPb...
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A Prayer For Los Angeles
It can be hard to address tough topic in youth ministry like what is happening in Los Angeles, right now. If you are needing some resources to help guide the discussion I have prepared a prayer, scriptures and discussion questions. You can find them on my website...
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The Ultimate Re-Launch Check List
Welcome back to the second Hal of Fame episode. If you are looking to re-launch your youth ministry, you have to ask these 9 questions. I cover each question and give practical advice for how I've answered these questions. If you want the pdf version of these questions, link below. Sign up for my...
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10 Habits of Successful Youth Pastors
Hope your summer is off to a great start. This summer I will be re-posting my best episodes, those that really resonated with youth pastors, and I'm calling this summer series: My Hall of Fame Episodes. So enjoy your summer and enjoy this episode on how to become a successful youth pastor.…
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Why Teens Treat The Bible Like Trivia
Why can adults recall bible verses, stories and bible facts but disregard the bible as way to live? That is the question I will be answering today and offering some solutions as well. Check the links below to get your teens excited to come back to youth in the fall. Back To School Bundle…
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Underrated, Overrated and Overlooked
With the NBA playoffs in full swing I ran across a story of Tyrese Haliburton being voted most overrated player in the the NBA. Well, he's in the play off and they are not. Here's my take, hot or not, on what do about those who underrate you, overrate you or overlook you. Sign up for my…
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How Dads Can Turn Their Families Around
Dads, prepare to be encouraged. My guest today is Jeff Hamilton, author or Dad Academy, and he is going to pour into you the wisdom every dad needs. Jeff's books comes out Tuesday, May 27th. Links below. Catalyst Coaching https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/Zvak Dad Academy: Raising…
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Tithes, Lies, and a Five-Leg Parlay
Pastor steals 135k and spends it on food delivery and sports betting. Let's talk about integrity in today's episode. If you'd like the Bible Study to do with your students, sign up for my newsletter. Integrity Bible Study https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/68c18a1589 Media2Message Bundle...
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What Do We Do Here?
Do you know what we do here? Is a question I overheard and I ma excited to share both the context and the impact it could have on your youth ministry. The Youth Pastors Guide To Graduation https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/khfma The Youth Pastor Guide To Summer Camp...
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KFC: Blasphemy, Mockery or Just Finger Lickin' Creepy
Yes, something new. I have thoughts on media and how Christians approach it. With no where to put these thoughts, I started a new show right here on the pod. Every Tuesday, I will look at some piece of media be it a movie, song or book where I think Christians are overreacting or under-reacting…
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Sometimes, Youth Ministry Just Sucks
This has never happened in my 35 years of youth ministry. Well, it finally happened. No one showed. Not one student. In this episode I share what the Lord is teaching me and, if you're going though a sucky time in ministry, how it might benefit you. Links from the show below. Summer Bundle...
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Worried About The Future
Easter is not a weekend or a Holiday, it is an eternal truth and if you are worried about the future, this episode is for you. The Youth Pastors Guide To Graduation https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/khfma The Youth Pastors Guide To Summer Camp https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/gadon...
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Your Mundane Is God's Miracle
It's Easter Week, a time of miracles but miracles often start with something mundane like mud, water or bread and fish. If you think what you're doing doesn't matter, listen in, God may something different to say. Tomorrow is the last day to get 15% off everything in my store in celebration of 15...
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I'm Discouraged. What Now?
When discouragement hits me, it hits hard. What do I do when it hits? I write. And today I wrote something for you, if you've been feeling discouraged. I hope it encourages you to "Keep Drawing". If you're doing youth camp this summer, be sure to sign up for my newsletter and receive The Youth...
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7 Lies Leaders Tell Themselves About Building Teams
Have you been lying to yourself? Why haven't you built that team around that big idea you have or around your youth ministry? In this episode I share the 7 lies leaders tell themselves about teams and why you might be dragging your feet in building your own team. These tips are from the book…
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