Best Youthministry Podcasts (2024)

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#422 | Reaching Families Through Sports Ministry - Kevin Drake 27:19

3d ago27:19

27:19

As executive director of Upward Sports, Kevin Drake explains how a sports ministry can be a useful vehicle for creating relationships and spreading the gospel.

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#421 | Connecting to the Heart of Your Teen - Dr. Richard Ross 30:59

10d ago30:59

30:59

Our long-time friend Dr. Richard Ross provides ways parents can connect to the heart of their teen in order for discipleship to take place.

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#420 | A View from Joy's Window - Dr. Neil Gilliland 31:50

17d ago31:50

31:50

We discuss how grief and joy can coexist as we dive into Dr. Neil Gilliland's book, A View from Joy's Window: Seven Reasons to Be Joyful.

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Episode 99: Prayer and Evangelism - Laura Hancock 50:56

23d ago50:56

50:56

What do prayer and evangelism have in common? More than just the fact we know they’re important and should probably be doing them more than we are! 😅 In this episode, we chat with Laura Hancock about how prayer that doesn’t lead to evangelism can become spiritual narcissism, how evangelism without prayer is powerless, but how marrying the two toget…

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#419 | Engaging Difficult Behavior in the Classroom - Kim Botto 29:33

24d ago29:33

29:33

We hear from Kim Botto on how we can respond and engage difficult behavior in classroom settings so challenging children feel loved and connected.

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#418 | Discipling Young Men - Dr. Jonathan Denton 44:38

1M ago44:38

44:38

As the author of Disciplemaking With Guys, Dr. Jonathan Denton helps parents and church leaders understand practical ways to shepherd young men to become life-long followers of Jesus Christ.

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#417 | How to Be an Unanxious Leader - Melissa MacDonald 40:25

1M ago40:25

40:25

Guest Melissa MacDonald speaks on the topic of anxiety in ministry and the home, and how we can cope when anxiety hits.

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#416 | The Nuts and Bolts of Discipleship - Christina Embree 31:21

1M ago31:21

31:21

Guest Christina Embree brings encouragement and inspiration to families as she shares what discipleship looks like in the church and the home.

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#415 | War in the Wilderness - Brian Haynes 33:33

2M ago33:33

33:33

We learn from Brian Haynes how to navigate discipleship in our families during wilderness seasons of hardship and crisis.

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Episode 98: Exploring Spiritual Temperaments - Sarah Whittleston 1:05:11

2M ago1:05:11

1:05:11

If you ever feel like you’re going against the grain of your personality, or trying to fit into someone else’s skin when you pray, then this is a conversation that could transform your life with God! 🙌 We sit down with Sarah Whittleston, Director of Elim Prayer, to talk about how understanding our own ‘spiritual temperament, or prayer personality, …

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#414 | Raising Kids Who Know God is at Work - Jonathan Cronkhite 29:25

2M ago29:25

29:25

Guest Jonathan Cronkhite leads our discussion about raising kids who are aware that God is at work in their lives and in the world around them.

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Helping teens practice everyday faith 29:38

2M ago29:38

29:38

In this conversation with Jonathan Banks, Chief Operating Officer at Urban Outreach Foundation in Chicago, we explore the vital role of practicing faith with young people through service and leadership. Jonathan shares how to cultivate agency and ownership in young people’s faith journey. Guest(s): Jonathan Banks Hosts: Giovanni Panginda, Jen Bradb…

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#413 | Me-Centered vs God-Centered - Carissa Potter 34:11

2M ago34:11

34:11

Guest Carissa Potter leads a discussion on the societal norm of self-centeredness and how this impacts our view of God, Scripture, and our place in God's story.

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#412 | Resilient Leaders - Dr. Shelly Melia 31:45

2M ago31:45

31:45

Learn how to be a resilient leader as Dr. Shelly Melia coaches us on overcoming discouragement in ministry.

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How to build trust with teens in youth group 29:48

3M ago29:48

29:48

Join us as Eric Vasquez, the visionary founder of Just Us 4 Youth, delves into how to build trust with teenagers. Eric underscores the role of consistency and closeness, and imparts practical strategies for nurturing connection—from active listening, to the power of meaningful one-on-one interactions, to engaging parents. Eric shares actionable adv…

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#411 | A New Scorecard for Groups - Ken Brady 40:29

3M ago40:29

40:29

Guest Ken Braddy discusses the future of discipleship and gives key questions to help group leaders assess the health of their small group.

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Episode 97: Unanswered Prayer - Pete Greig 54:27

3M ago54:27

54:27

Pete Greig is the founder of the 24-7 Prayer movement, and author of God on Mute: Engaging the Silence of Unanswered Prayer. We sat down with Pete to wrestle with the mystery of unanswered prayer. 🙏 We cover a lot of important ground in this conversation, including… … why our prayers go unanswered ✅ … when God intervenes miraculously, and when he d…

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#410 | Living with a Missional Perspective - Kelly Minter 31:30

3M ago31:30

31:30

Our guest Kelly Minter shares how believers can live on mission by establishing an eternal perspective.

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#409 | Gen Alpha - Dale Hudson 30:41

3M ago30:41

30:41

We hear excellent insight from Dale Hudson on reaching Gen Alpha with the good news of the gospel.

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Creating safe spaces for teens' tough questions and meaning making 31:17

3M ago31:17

31:17

Join our conversation with Fredy Romero and Vanessa Cruz as we explore the vital topic of guiding teenagers through doubts and tough questions, what we call the meaning-making process. Fredy and Vanessa share tips on how youth leaders can create an environment where teenagers feel heard, respected, and empowered to explore their beliefs. Guest(s): …

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#408 | Raising Disciples to Worship - Yancy Wideman Richmond 33:59

3M ago33:59

33:59

Ministry leaders are challenged and encouraged by Yancy Wideman Richmond as she explains how to teach children the value and purpose of worship to create life-long worshipers of Jesus.

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#407 | A Biblical Response to Progressive Christianity - Alisa Childers 40:32

4M ago40:32

40:32

As author of Live Your Truth and Other Lies, Alisa Childers talks with us about the popularity of the Progressive movement and the biblical response to it.

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Youth ministry teaching that transforms 37:53

4M ago37:53

37:53

Are you questioning your teaching and discipleship strategies? Let’s explore ways to infuse Christian youth ministry teaching with transformative power that inspires teens to genuinely trust in God (not just follow rules). This rich conversation with, pastor and author Meredith Miller is full of wisdom, experience, laughter, and actionable insights…

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Episode 96: Creative Prayer - Becca Dean 1:01:04

4M ago1:01:04

1:01:04

Becca Dean is the Tutor in Youth Ministry at Ridley Hall in Cambridge, and author of Be Live Pray: Get in Touch with a Great Prayer Life. We sat down with Becca for a compelling conversation about creativity in prayer. 💃🙏 There is so much food for thought here, including… … how understanding our unique ‘intelligences’ can help us to pray ✅ … why pr…

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#406 | Reality of Biblical Literacy - Brian Dembowczyk 39:06

4M ago39:06

39:06

We hear from Brian Dembowczyk on ways churches can encourage biblical engagement to address the decline in biblical literacy.

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#405 | Helping Your Kids Lighten the Load - Chris Sasser 36:14

4M ago36:14

36:14

Guest Chris Sasser shares about his book, Bags: Helping Your Kids Lighten the Load and helps parents recognize and guide their children through emotional, mental, spiritual, and relational baggage they may be carrying.

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Modeling spiritual growth for teens 26:53

4M ago26:53

26:53

As youth leaders, the example we set extends beyond the youth group. In this episode, Matt Manno (Nextgen Pastor at New Life Fellowship in Queens) shares how his team models growth for students. Listen for practical insights on how to be emotionally healthy youth leaders can help volunteers face the pressure to be perfect, and help students reflect…

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#404 | Is God Calling You Somewhere Else? - Chrystal Evans Hurst 31:08

4M ago31:08

31:08

How do you know if God is calling you to leave your current ministry position? Chrystal Evans Hurst guides us through discerning whether God is calling you away.

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#403 | What's Your Family ID? - Greg Gunn 45:10

5M ago45:10

45:10

Greg Gunn guides parents on how to intentionally recognize their core values and purpose to create a God-centered family ID.

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Discipling teens to live their faith beyond our youth groups 27:22

5M ago27:22

27:22

Welcome back to a new season! In Season 9 we’re talking about discipleship to cultivate a faith in our students that goes beyond the youth group. In this episode the coauthors of FYI’s latest book Faith Beyond Youth Group, Jen Bradbury, Brad Griffin and Kara Powell, introduce us to the 5 points of the Faith Beyond Youth Group Compass. Mentioned in …

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#402 | Engaging in Family Bible Study - Dr. Michele White 24:05

5M ago24:05

24:05

Guest Dr. Michele White provides families and churches with tips and ideas for creating a simple but engaging time of family Bible study.

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Episode 95: A Call to Prayer - Josh Green 1:04:49

5M ago1:04:49

1:04:49

Welcome to the first episode of the newly renamed Limitless Youth Ministry Podcast! 🙌 We’re launching into a brand new series that’s dedicated to prayer, kicking off with a challenging and inspiring discussion with Josh Green from 24-7 Prayer Youth. 🔥 There’s loads to chew over here, including… … why ‘prayer’ is not necessarily what you think! ✅ … …

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#401 | The Trap of Pornography - Austin Fruits 39:31

5M ago39:31

39:31

Austin Fruits shares powerful steps to finding true freedom from the trap of pornography.

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#400 | New to Ministry - Byron Ragains 38:52

5M ago38:52

38:52

Byron Ragains provides excellent advice for those entering new ministry roles and gives suggestions on ways to encourage those who are new to ministry.

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#399 | Equipping Grandparents in a Screen-driven World - Arlene Pellicane 31:07

5M ago31:07

31:07

Guest Arlene Pellicane helps guide grandparents in creating a balance when engaging in technology to connect with their grandchildren without becoming immersed in that culture.

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#398 | Current Trends & Resources for Latino Families - Dr. Luz Galvez de Figueroa 24:00

6M ago24:00

24:00

Ministry leaders are challenged to lead with love as Dr. Luz Galvez de Figueroa shows us how to connect in multi-cultural churches through the common ground of the gospel.

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#397 | Blended Family Ministry - Ron Deal 36:57

6M ago36:57

36:57

Guest Ron Deal sheds light on how the church can connect with blended families and provide a place where they can feel safe and welcome.

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Happy Christmas! 🎄 (and some exciting news for 2024!) 8:08

6M ago8:08

8:08

We wrap up the year with a short episode of the pod to wish all you heroic youth workers a very happy Christmas, and to unveil some exciting plans for 2024! 🤩 So well done for everything you have given to serve Jesus and young people this year. May you hear the resounding voice of the Father saying, "Well done, good and faithful servant!" 👏❤️ FOR L…

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#396 | Leading in Seasons of Change - Jim Wideman 38:20

6M ago38:20

38:20

We hear from Jim Wideman on how we can encourage and lead others to embrace change in ministry.

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#395 | Slow Parenting - Karen Kennemur 30:33

6M ago30:33

30:33

We learn about slow parenting as Karen Kennemur gives exceptional insight into the importance of slowing down and adding calmness to allow for relationship building with our children.

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#394 | Moving Volunteers to Leaders - Matt Morgan 26:40

7M ago26:40

26:40

Learn how to utilize the gifts of your volunteers as Matt Morgan coaches us on growing volunteers into valuable leaders in ministry.

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5 ways to cultivate trust with teens in your youth ministry 19:49

7M ago19:49

19:49

When students trust you, opportunities for discipleship will abound. Building trust requires relational consistency and proximity. So, tune in to hear about the practical steps you can take to cultivate the relational proximity needed to form trust with your students! Mentioned in this episode: Blog: Learning to listen to teenagers Sign up for our …

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Episode 93: Presence-Centred Youth Ministry - How are Young People Transformed? #6 - Craig Brotherston 49:45

7M ago49:45

49:45

In the final part on our series on leading transformational youth ministries, we unpack the reality that there is no transformation without his presence. So if we want a transformational ministry, we must have a presence-centred ministry. 🔥 That’s why we’re delighted to welcome the brilliant Craig Brotherston to the Pod, to discuss… … the key thing…

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#393 | Mama Bear Apologetics - Hillary Morgan Ferrer 30:04

7M ago30:04

30:04

We hear from Hillary Morgan Ferrer about how to intentionally disciple children with a biblical worldview so they are confident and equipped to recognize the lies our world is trying to teach them.

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#392 | Blessing Children - Kirsten Hitchcock 25:24

7M ago25:24

25:24

Kirsten Hitchcock explains the profound impact of declaring blessings over children and how we can implement this practice in our ministries.

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#391 | Tackling Tough Conversations With Our Kids - Jenny Smith 25:29

7M ago25:29

25:29

We hear from Jenny Smith on how to have conversations with our kids about difficult topics and the role these conversations play in discipleship.

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#390 | The Ingredients of the Shema - Rabbi Jacob Rosenburg 36:10

8M ago36:10

36:10

Rabbi Jacob Rosenberg shares the importance of the Shema and how churches and families can utilize the Shema for family discipleship.

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Models matter: Key insights on character-forming discipleship with teenagers 19:48

8M ago19:48

19:48

Why are models important in character-forming discipleship? “The way we live our lives is the greatest sermon we will ever preach because our students are paying close attention to how we talk, what we share, how we react, and especially how we treat others.” In this episode, Giovanny Panginda shares how we can be models for our students and how we…

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#389 | The Deconstruction of One's Faith - Matthew Tingblad 27:22

8M ago27:22

27:22

Guest Matthew Tingblad explains the intellectual and emotional sides of the deconstruction of faith and why the deconstruction of one's faith has become so popular.

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#388 | Evaluating Faith Factors - Tiger McLuen 40:36

8M ago40:36

40:36

Tiger McLuen shares seven faith factors that greatly impact a student's life-long walk with the Lord and provides guidance to parents & ministry leaders as they shepherd the hearts of students.

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