Ep 12: Young Adults & Deconstruction

Ep 12: Young Adults & Deconstruction

In this episode, we explore the complex journey of faith deconstruction among young adults. Drawing from Ian Harbor’s insights, we unpack what deconstruction really means, why it happens—often rooted in sin, suffering, or cultural confusion—and how ministry leaders can walk alongside those navigating it. Learn how to be a non-anxious presence, foster curiosity, and create a church environment that welcomes hard questions and honest conversations. Resources Used: Walking Through Deconstruction by Ian Harbor [https://www.amazon.com/Walking-Through-Deconstruction-Companion-Crisis/dp/1514008564/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.NDvRYY3V1cQPO290PVDch0r2OZnHheP25hGQukwK0IaBbiVbke9QgWJqTUtmbstljGMDiPxRclSXjUCdzz1vBLLpCSW3mkxWfFtF0xRJB11KHkSrSZto-8f4wtgvBGAxFhqY6393jDiSrTsa9ZzdZpIl_UlmvkWcTMSrsf6zZbZ946dgamFM4cigB-Mz5zmyrYsfIZN0YSA6cW48biRIypoo49Sxm8sN2YK6jlWSfL8.z9kjMbBnIkUoEqv0-0UlyVodspsPsBrtdXHcaIbatco&qid=1759353821&sr=8-1]

Ep 11: Young Adults & Digital Discipleship

In this episode, we explore how technology and social media are shaping the spiritual lives of young adults. From the dangers of digital overuse—like anxiety, sleep deprivation, and attention fragmentation—to the formative power of online engagement, we unpack how digital habits influence identity, community, and truth. Drawing from insights like Samuel James’ Digital Liturgies and Brett McCracken’s Wisdom Pyramid, we offer practical habits and pastoral guidance to help young adults navigate the digital world with wisdom and purpose. Resources Used: Wisdom Pyramid by Brett McCracken [https://www.amazon.com/Wisdom-Pyramid-Feeding-Post-Truth-World/dp/1433569590/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.YsJJ4MKBCg_jDGxQ0cLyPQ_MYVOpPjFGyBVJOT7apWMo0gSIoPyxdDiQ7s8Drp4Wy5ZAFKthHaTKGhvs67sfUDNt0I9m4B2mht8BrULktisgZ2imSDP5cEXBHaPypoFTdc42hwNVcBZGZAj12QWudpM5vj-4azvw39REezK9Kldo1xngoks-PnNmhb7Hu5VsA78Vqa6IoPC0GuT8K74LXXPsBUt2tiw277FPbD3apYM.ccHFcA62V3ZDpttiHYaXTvHlF6Br2aj5U55oB1GJxcg&qid=1759348430&sr=8-1] Digital Liturgies by Samuel James [https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Liturgies-Rediscovering-Christian-Wisdom/dp/1433587130/ref=sr_1_1?crid=813URN7WBABY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.NzKr_NVWSMVeAzegsGTTn82hbLXSPSJpcey6frUjmdtoDT5ECcDDQlXd7Y5yJr72y5Q-YedAV6gXxVCwNbAN15dk9A7fM6HJ_TXMMybK9Eaj6zUx5anQub6_idmEYzLzixO-t-pOXUa6oFn0WrdPA0W1-J_DHkQSWtFFxBCJmdPIbQR1pmvXiCKU2PkO-bnRNkH-kIF2JhwIXizgtpbF7X-AZjiB9RZJ3Ebl6JmqFEo.9sCYmxJ1GNABzfGuOZnpU-9ShrJjpXAT-SxbCRGPHUA&dib_tag=se&keywords=digital+liturgies+book&qid=1759348532&sprefix=digital+liturgies%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-1] Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt [https://www.amazon.com/Anxious-Generation-Rewiring-Childhood-Epidemic/dp/B0C9N2L56X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1S78MCLAK37VM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oXhoihYBUvUBB8CH9lligKF0ULsgUdMn9iGhkZO0hswXpS0Lot7DWxXUKaXuRsoJwtSJwBCuBqe3oe8LHxl-dW528KoImaA7lNM-N-X3EGqBaZKB2vp7dFO-HULiD77-rwCGGt60e-ulJHt6ZvIFH8f10QYCWL9bE-UsFx-XFjMUqKSdoGSVCq6jSvmXaLUuUmBFyx1-PYwfagVXU-X8_rNVAV2JwuiiW56vVdJz7O8.Zq3IrMWhp-sYRM48sT3_iHnqKWaL6GYoS9-ZqE3l2rQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=anxious+generation+book&qid=1759348559&sprefix=anxious+%2Caps%2C167&sr=8-1]

Ep 10: Young Adults & Mental Health

In this episode, we dive into the complex and vital topic of mental health among young adults with DeAron Washington. Designed for pastors and ministry leaders, this conversation explores why Millennials and Gen Z are more vocal about mental health, how to discern when professional help is needed, and what to look for in a referral. We also unpack the balance between faith, counseling, and medication, and how discipleship intersects with mental wellness. Tune in for practical wisdom and pastoral insight to better support the mental health journey of young adults in your ministry. Resources Used / Referenced: Counsel of Heaven by Ian Jones [https://www.amazon.com/Counsel-Heaven-Earth-Foundations-Counseling/dp/1535914106/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3RGEVOT620MSU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.XjlAlSWqg3vaNggTydwFHg.50AuQZQ_rKUh3SUiEPwfq_RJ60hFrNO-FGh5gC7WAjI&dib_tag=se&keywords=council+of+heaven+and+earth+jones&qid=1759353338&s=books&sprefix=council+of+heaven+and+earth+jones%2Cstripbooks%2C108&sr=1-1] Classical Pastoral Care by Thomas C. Oden [https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Minister-Classical-Pastoral-Care/dp/0801067634/ref=pd_bxgy_d_sccl_2/132-5933111-1637517?pd_rd_w=mznW9&content-id=amzn1.sym.dcf559c6-d374-405e-a13e-133e852d81e1&pf_rd_p=dcf559c6-d374-405e-a13e-133e852d81e1&pf_rd_r=Y6MYXQRB8ZEGQ5493007&pd_rd_wg=ErCNh&pd_rd_r=b499df4d-db8f-4e3d-93b6-60e877f6eb8e&pd_rd_i=0801067634&psc=1] Christian Counseling by Gary Collins [https://www.amazon.com/Christian-Counseling-Comprehensive-Gary-Collins/dp/1418503290?adgrpid=185328955904&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=748008426930&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10623691447156732430&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9013946&hvtargid=dsa-1595363597442&hydadcr=&mcid=&hvocijid=10623691447156732430--&hvexpln=67&tag=googhydr-20&hvsb=Media_d&hvcampaign=dsadesk]

Ep 09: Young Adults & Teaching and Preaching

In this episode, Scott Lucky joins me as we explore how pastors and ministry leaders can more effectively engage young adults with biblical teaching. We unpack the assumptions Gen Z brings to faith, the impact of digital culture on spiritual formation, and why argumentation—clear, thoughtful reasoning—is essential in sermons today. Learn how to create space for follow-up conversations, Q&A, and midweek engagement that supports deeper understanding and spiritual growth. Whether you're preaching weekly or leading small groups, this episode offers practical insights for connecting with a generation hungry for authenticity and truth. Resources Used / Referenced: State of The Bible Report 2025 [https://12https:/www.americanbible.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/SOTB-2025-04-Final.pdf] The Great De-Churching by Jim Davis & Michael Graham [https://www.amazon.com/Great-Dechurching-Leaving-Going-Bring/dp/0310147433/ref=sr_1_1?crid=5IOMSILY7CPN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.4OwOVTtDwMSMnUOkvqFHhAy_UE_3VUDLrCa6MX5nKjY6Ct-N8CMLEnwDwXOvTu-EVTiymwVjpy46S3ws4dIBMLY_Yg9gJm2CNOJpQ8cIP8FgMO8vMJjobJtRBnvC7M0O3GTIyqvvK-Ew8c870YRWcWJsZfQ-7Bx7xwz867uFLmArQjSHV-N4YKg5-oP7xhFDdwEPNR5OCYZOPLf2vTQfjYtJ3laa6xlvlVediWSTe2U.WqCAuDeCpyKq5MIoO2EavGIyByrx9FvW6Y36GQk6p0M&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+great+dechurching&qid=1759352201&s=books&sprefix=the+great+dechurching%2Cstripbooks%2C158&sr=1-1] Preaching by Tim Keller [https://www.amazon.com/Preaching-Communicating-Faith-Age-Skepticism/dp/0143108719/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.y1MOozQsrEggTvRDHK1b6GnvYY8jWh0ah1p2XEUHuCtzf34nPGbH4_fIuQCFerW8psekyzg7YDFPTnIq6rUL_UcQJhchwSLHMRHIifBVZpQboo15dGbvGl1aOLyd7s-hSESGN_svTthE-hdmYHihIOGETKu_UN15k6m3YGk8pI9jkcRmpSvwGIsSW0cwGyCK-ppPW5qeJYWrD2_iTcZF16e1o2i5YD2jl6pNlqROs9A._h8nUx0T2aV97m_toBHOcKaKKx-P7TAFkjZ1rKuCkDw&qid=1759352320&sr=1-1] How Not to Be Secular by James K. A. Smith [https://www.amazon.com/How-Not-Be-Secular-Reading/dp/0802867618/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.wytOF0c1yItvTEAWmpp7kQ._x2_Houevj8RulpdAGieI2cP5ODyaaqLk35bOxwJ16M&qid=1759352446&sr=1-1] Disruptive Witness by Alan Noble [https://www.amazon.com/Disruptive-Witness-Speaking-Truth-Distracted/dp/083084483X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2-Jz4FQyqaiULKeaE7rf7Wq_YOELQ4FtGfuMv_DLD18.D3XeJpX_Nn-omSLh-3huJgKghj64hkCwXdAm0SvNSZM&qid=1759352540&sr=1-1] Strange New World by Carl Trueman [https://www.amazon.com/Strange-New-World-Activists-Revolution/dp/1433579308/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.n7ClJSV_Ak5yIAAOfQjcZfz0mxfMaesvy_ihFUlzMEqSp0UgeGQKobe8FLPPoP1pCDqVkXCt6kiqgAusf0XHPOmWTIoN9of3FgUDAaTu-G66hBnwBhZf5zl_HwfFqVZ4UGT_TagNAYTECqMastYzJ6pc1yRXefkbJITFztRuYAb0r53rCi41oAKgBDtC7Ww5.YFWrfHtcuEKZxOTYBFJBk070B5Ae0iPOAgqnicmjnT8&qid=1759352602&sr=1-2] What’s Your Worldview by James Anderson [https://www.amazon.com/Whats-Your-Worldview-Interactive-Questions/dp/143353892X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2EYELJHKLK8V5&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.QRGXGTkDVEIjrGxMjGTLgpDghYL9QryEIkWNmfZCeDV7fZybPDag4RouOJL6sq8CsbOzDvnlod-RMngrYx5y1LhD_AsfygDTRORyK_UN4KysnOreCxEUg8unja58rAqieVMILh3nw5nfhzNggNH7B2nzULouO5zr8QdWK8Oqmfk.tuZs07dR7ze8HyU6LjxnGQJs0Kea5aywUDSG6_EjW7c&dib_tag=se&keywords=james+anderson+worldview&qid=1759352661&s=books&sprefix=james+anderson+worldvie%2Cstripbooks%2C123&sr=1-1]

Ep 08: Young Adults & Mobilization

In this episode, we explore how churches can effectively mobilize young adults—both inside and outside the church walls. From leveraging Gen Z and Millennials’ passion for volunteering to equipping them for evangelism and global missions, we unpack practical strategies for fostering leadership, creating meaningful on-ramps for service, and cultivating a missional lifestyle. Whether it's serving in local ministries or stepping into global opportunities, discover how to inspire the next generation to live on mission. Resources Used: The One [https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FOne-Principles-Finding-Lambs-Prodigal%2Fdp%2FB0FQK4Q3ZS%2Fref%3Dsr_1_18%3Fcrid%3DPTCRJJKMF6NA%26dib%3DeyJ2IjoiMSJ9.tLARDfkSpM2nR93BTCifK760Jm6Ltuduoos7NJh8Jf8sAcSKuBCSKz0rXuJs8Ceno1Y0hgN-r2pZYVpYJ5LjKcm0HP_MkG7OSVX1EZZCSeWapfOQfPCDOJx-DLL77GXlW42hVvHd2CowYNk15Bck0dGo2mVH5rA1QkOAiKD4XXpdWoWmFyvM7kbbYaebsOZuOMSzbgbJXMI0Inxdc4sUdzKLuoh-2Mzu_5HgddSTAIo.BK_EXiKjyxEhgV0UzlvzBOXIxwM7pmoGWn0srOiP1cQ%26dib_tag%3Dse%26keywords%3Dthe%2Bone%2Bjustin%2Bgraves%26qid%3D1763035512%26sprefix%3Dthe%2Bone%2Bjustin%2Bgraves%252Caps%252C146%26sr%3D8-18&data=05%7C02%7Csprice%40mbcb.org%7Cc1275102286643074bfd08de22ad25fe%7C83b6908cce764a7ba05ba93d454d1bbf%7C0%7C0%7C638986324236061084%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2FymEV7d%2BUJYiTZALO%2BvC0NvjBRnoVzi5Yk2lb2iA%2BvM%3D&reserved=0] Welcoming the Future Church by Jonathan Pokluda [https://www.amazon.com/dp/0801078113/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=tyfE4&content-id=amzn1.sym.27ff3460-3571-4b3a-9a28-9e9ebed7694a&pf_rd_p=27ff3460-3571-4b3a-9a28-9e9ebed7694a&pf_rd_r=NBB7GTBG9G9P1RXW6RQ7&pd_rd_wg=jRGxh&pd_rd_r=38356a70-ed2e-4f98-9831-79c233ecfada] Future of Missions by Barna [https://11https:/barna.gloo.us/reports/future-of-missions-chapter-8] JD Greear Podcast [https://10https:/podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pastor-jd-greear-open-bible-open-life-s2e11/id1177023851?i=1000675684089]