Do you ever feel invisible in youth ministry—like your work with students doesn't matter? Heaven sees you. And you are not alone.
In this powerful episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards reminds youth pastors, volunteers, and parents that God's angel armies are surrounding you as you fight for the hearts of the next generation. Drawing inspiration from Bo Jackson's legendary grit, missionary stories of angelic protection, and Scripture's reminders of spiritual warfare, this episode will reignite your courage and hope in ministry.
Through Matthew 11:11, Psalm 34:7, 2 Kings 6, Hebrews 12:1, and Exodus 14, Doug unpacks:
✅ Why student ministry is the highest calling in the church
✅ How heaven honors those who disciple teens, preteens, and children
✅ Real stories of angelic protection from missionaries and believers
✅ Why you're not battling people—but principalities and powers
✅ How to lead with boldness, knowing heaven is cheering you on
💡 Whether you're a youth pastor, FCA leader, Young Life or Campus Life volunteer, or a parent raising teens, this episode will remind you: You are seen. You are called. And heaven knows your name.
📬 Stay connected:
Email: youthworkeronfire@gmail.com
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Listen to more episodes from the Youth Worker On Fire Podcast here: https://bit.ly/3saDyYq
EPISODE CREDITS
Email us at: youthworkeronfire@gmail.com
Hosted by: Doug Edwards
Theme Song: "The One and Only" by The 808 : Listen to more at https://bit.ly/3FTYIAJ
Intro/Outro Voiceover: Michael Helms: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelTheSoundGuy
Edited by: Secret Roots Music House
PODCAST EPISODE TOPICS:
Youth Ministry
Student Ministry
Youth Pastors
Ministry Volunteers
Christian Parenting
Teen Mentorship
Faith And Angels
Spiritual Warfare
Gods Angel Armies
Bo Jackson Story
Heaven Knows Your Name
Youth Worker On Fire
Christian Leadership
Encouragement For Pastors
Next Gen Ministry
Hebrews 12
Psalm 34
Discipling Teens
Faith Stories
Christian Testimony
