Youth Ministry In Motion

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 Youth Sports https://amzn.to/3KlmUBW The Christian Athlete https://www.thechristianathlete.com/ Brian Smith @brianlinsey Ed Uszynski https://x.com/Uszynski32 Athletes in Action https://athletesinaction.org/

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 links are included

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 Haul podcast. Halloween Would You Rather https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/gpevu Bringing Back The Dead https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/OJsX?layout=profile The Longer Haul https://thelongerhaul.com/

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 your youth room make sense. Guide https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/803d1ae9b8 Check out my youth room https://youtu.be/d7FaJrObq84?si=U7IrA9VroQ3yymqd Youth Ministry Resource Store https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/

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. The Disciple Project Outreach Manual https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/MTozP Back To School Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgx New Youth Pastor Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/dATPb Catalyst Coaching https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/Zvak Youth Ministry Playbook https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/cfmra Newsletter https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/6af0fbac68

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 Anti-Social Century https://youtu.be/fsaeFYGbK2M?si=0YnM79ypzNgjQ352 Back To School Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgx New Youth Pastor Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/dATPb Catalyst Coaching https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/Zvak Youth Ministry Playbook https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/cfmra Newsletter https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/6af0fbac68 Discord Channel https://discord.gg/DeGMvuTa5b

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.

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 https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/dATPb Catalyst Coaching https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/Zvak Youth Ministry Playbook https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/cfmra Newsletter https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/6af0fbac68

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 https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgx New Youth Pastor Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/dATPb Catalyst Coaching https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/Zvak Youth Ministry Playbook https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/cfmra Newsletter https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/6af0fbac68

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 https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgx New Youth Pastor Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/dATPb Catalyst Coaching https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/Zvak Youth Ministry Playbook https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/cfmra Newsletter https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/6af0fbac68

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 https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgx New Youth Pastor Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/dATPb Catalyst Coaching https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/Zvak Youth Ministry Playbook https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/cfmra Newsletter https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/6af0fbac68

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) https://amzn.to/445QSjt Backpocket Games PDF https://longerhaul.myflodesk.com/whfpipcqqd The Longer Haul Podcast https://thelongerhaul.com/ New Youth Pastor Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com... Catalyst Coaching https://youthminresources.gumroad.com... Youth Ministry Playbook https://youthminresources.gumroad.com... Newsletter https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/6af...

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 https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/f126fc165d or you can head over to my store https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/jihth

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 Catalyst Coaching https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/Zvak Catch A Vision Live Your Dreams https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/MlZjF

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 https://thediscipleproject.net/a-prayer-for-los-angeles/

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 newsletter and receive The Ultimate Re-Launch Checklist https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/cf22145e1c Catalyst Coaching https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/Zvak Back To School Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgx New Youth Pastor Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/dATPb Summer Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/nrwucc D-Zones Video https://youtu.be/TJN5I5LEgm0?si=Y6QvMKxvZcddPYYD

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. Catalyst Coaching https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/Zvak Back To School Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgx New Youth Pastor Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/dATPb Summer Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/nrwucc 26 Habits of Exceptionally Successful People http://www.businessinsider.com/habits-of-exceptionally-successful-people-2015-8 13 Things Whiny, Pathetic, Unsuccessful People Never Stop Doing (Ever) http://www.inc.com/bill-murphy-jr/13-things-whiny-pathetic-unsuccessful-people-never-stop-doing-ever.html?cid=sf01001

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 (includes a 30 minute coaching call) https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/goezgx Catalyst Coaching https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/Zvak Youth Ministry Store https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/

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 newsletter and receive today's Hot Take and Holy Talk Lesson https://sunny-knitter-655.kit.com/4f8f4bd485 Media2message Bundle (9 Lessons) https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/qylvyg Catalyst Coaching https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/Zvak Need more info: reach out to me at thediscipleproject@gmail.com Youth Ministry Store https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/

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 Courageous, Capable, Confident Kids https://www.dadacademy.info/ Dad Academy 7 Session Workshop https://amzn.to/43reyzy https://www.instagram.com/dad.academy/