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First-Century Youth Ministry169 WAIT...GENESIS 1 WASN"T THE FIRST CREATION STORY???Jonathan and Heather have a conversation about Ancient Near Eastern cosmologies. They look at the Babylonian and Egyptian creation myths and compare them to Genesis 1. Heather quotes from John Currid's book, "Against the Gods: The Polemical Theology of the Old Testament"Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2025-06-0734 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry138 THE FEMALE MINISTRY PARTNERS OF PAUL WITH DR. LYNN COHICKJoin Jonathan and Heather as they dive deep into the world of early Christian ministry with Dr. Lynn H. Cohick, Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Director of Houston Theological Seminary at Houston Christian University. In this enlightening episode, Dr. Cohick, a prolific scholar with over fifty published works, sheds light on the vital roles of women in Paul’s ministry.Explore the stories and contributions of pivotal female figures like Phoebe, Nympha, and Junia, and uncover their significant yet often overlooked impact on the early church. With Dr. Cohick’s expert insights, Jonathan and Heather illuminate how...
2024-07-2916 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry129 EEEK! THAT'S MY SIGNET RING AND STAFF!!!Join us for an intriguing exploration of the biblical narrative featuring Judah and Tamar, as hosts Heather and Jonathan dissect the ethical complexities of ancient marriage customs. Dive deep into Genesis 38 as they analyze the actions of these characters against the backdrop of societal norms and moral obligations.Heather and Jonathan unpack the story's nuances, from Judah's failures in fulfilling his responsibilities to Tamar's unconventional tactics to secure her rights. Delve into the moral implications of Judah's actions and Tamar's daring scheme, shedding light on the blurred lines between right and wrong in the ancient world.
2024-04-0818 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry128 WHAT IS LEVIRATE MARRIAGE?In this episode, Heather and Jonathan delve into the intriguing concept of "levirate marriage" or kinsman redeemer, as outlined in the Bible, particularly in Deuteronomy 25. This ancient practice served as a safety net for widows and ensured the preservation of family names and property.Heather shares a personal touch, reminiscing about her wedding and a rap her sister performed, cleverly titled the "Pregnant Lady Rap," tying it humorously to the theme of levirate marriage.The hosts explore the biblical roots of this practice, emphasizing its cultural significance in an era where marriage was more about...
2024-03-2517 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry120 AN INTERVIEW WITH JEN BRADBURY: FAITH BEYOND YOUTH GROUP PART ONEHeather sits down with Jen Bradbury. Jen is part of the team of researchers at the Fuller Youth Institute who are constantly putting out great resources for youth ministry leaders. Heather and Jen discuss some insights from their newest book, "Faith Beyond Youth Group." To purchase your own copy of the book follow one of these helpful links! Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Faith-Beyond-Youth-Group-Discipleship/dp/1540903516/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1701348166&sr=8-1-sponsBaker Book House: https://bakerbookhouse.com/products/516450Fuller Youth Institute: https://shop.fulleryouthinstitute.org/products/faith-beyond-youth-group-5...
2023-12-0417 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry117 HERE'S WHY WE TOOK TODAY'S EPISODE DOWNHeather shares why she and Jonathan decided to take down the current episode that aired today. Thanks to gathering some wise council they decided it wasn't the right time to talk about the topics that were being addressed. Instead, Heather takes this opportunity to share the extreme value of being a leader who listens, gathers wise council and applies their words to your life. She also shares a quick story about a time when she totally failed at listening to wise council which created one of her biggest flops in ministry. Join us at www.fi...
2023-10-2313 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry118 THE FIRST JEWISH REVOLTJesus prophetically told His disciples that not one stone would be left on another in the Temple. His prophetic words came true when Rome sacked Jerusalem around the year 70 AD. Heather and Jonathan tell the story in greater detail so you can be ready to teach it to the generations under you. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2023-10-2318 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry117 SPECIAL EPISODE: ISRAEL-HAMAS WAR UPDATEHeather has a conversation with John Farwell on the current state of the Israel-Hamas War. This episode will inform you and give clarity to what's happening in Israel, why it happened and how you can pray for the people of Israel. Here is the link to register! https://firstcenturyyouthministry.com/cohortJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2023-10-1330 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry115 MARTY AND TERRINA SHARE WHAT IT WAS LIKE TO FOLLOW THE RABBI IN ISRAELHeather welcomes two friends of hers who joined her in Israel this past August for the experience of a lifetime. Her friends, Marty and Terrina share their experiences of what it was like to follow the rabbi. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2023-09-2518 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry113 CAN'T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG???Heather and Jonathan take a look at the things that often divide us within the body of Messiah by comparing the religious sects of the first century with those of today. We look at groups like the Essenes, Pharisees, Sadducees, and Zealots. We also ask ourselves how we can do better to bring unity among the church today. Not focusing on our small differences but being wiling, instead to stay focused on what matters most- the gospel of Jesus, our Messiah, that unites us. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing F...
2023-08-2826 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry112 JESUS DEFIES THE BELIEFS OF HIS DAY IN THE RAISING OF LAZARUSIn ancient times the Jewish people held a belief that the soul of a persons body hovered over them for the first three days after their death. In Jewish teaching in departed from that persons body after the third day. Jonathan and Heather discuss this practice and the implications it has in the account of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://ww...
2023-08-2116 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry111 THE JEWISH ROAD: SHARING THE GOSPEL USING ONLY THE HEBREW SCRIPTURESHeather welcomes back Ron and Matt from the Jewish Road Podcast. Today they equip you to share the gospel with a Jewish person using only the Hebrew Scriptures!To get connected with Matt and Ron go to www.thejewishroad.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2023-08-0723 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry110 AN INTERVIEW MATT AND RON FROM THE JEWISH ROAD PODCASTHeather sits down with Matt and Ron from the Jewish Road Podcast. These guys are doing great work equipping gentiles with the tools they need to share the gospel with Jewish people by using only the Old Testament. Ron tells the story of where it all began for them at the Jewish Road in this episode. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2023-07-2418 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry108 KNOCK, KNOCK, WHO'S THERE? HEROD. HEROD, WHO? A LOOK AT THE BIBLICAL HERODSWhy does it seem like Herod is dead one moment and alive the next? It's because there's more than one Herod who lived and reigned during the time of Jesus. Jonathan and Heather help you get to know who's who among all the Herod's you see in Scripture. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2023-06-2621 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry106 HEROD THE GREAT: CAN HE BUILD IT? YES, HE CAN!Herod the (Not-So) Great was known for more than just being the bad guy at the beginning of the Gospel of Matthew. During the Second Temple era, he was also known for having expensive tastes, and having a great interior designer! In this episode, Heather and Jonathan look at Herod's building projects. The Herodium, the Temple, the Fortress of Masada, and Caesarea. Join us as we dive into the wonders of the cultural background of the New Testament era! P.S. I (Jonathan) mixed up my notes for this episode; we had intended to cover Ca...
2023-05-2919 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry105 HEROD THE NOT SO GREAT: HOW TO RUIN MOTHER'S DAYJosephus writes extensively about the interpersonal relationships of Herod the Great. Jonathan and Heather riveting discussion the passion filled relationship between Herod the Great and a Hasmonean Princess named Mariamne. His favorite wife who he had executed. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2023-05-1518 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry103 BLOOD AND BETRAYAL: THE HASMONEAN KINGS AND THE DYNASTY THEY BUILTSpanning nearly 80 years, Jerusalem was ruled by a number of priests who desperately needed to grow their character. This period in Jewish history, lasting from 142 BC-63 BC, was characterized by poor leadership, murder, and a desire for power. This drive for power and prestige amongst the priesthood would eventually lead to a great collapse within Judaism as the Romans take over in 63 BC. Listen in as Heather and Jonathan share about this pivotal time in Jewish history and offer some wise and practical ways to grow your heart as a shepherd and leader of God's people.
2023-04-1718 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry102 CAN WE TRUST THE APOCRYPHA?The apocrypha can be an intimidating book for many Christians. How should we understand it? How did it come about? Why wasn't it included in the Biblical canon? Should we even be reading it as followers of Jesus? What benefit can reading the apocrypha have for our lives? Heather and Jonathan discuss all of those questions in this episode. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! htt...
2023-04-0319 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry100 DON'T TAKE MY SABBATH, ANTIOCHUSHere it is, Season 3, kicking off a new series on Between the Testaments! Have you ever paused and asked: what happened during the time between the end of Old Testament writings, but before the Gospels? During this era known as the Intertestamental period, many fascinating and important events transpired. Part of this story begins with the Hasmonean Dynasty, which finds its eventual culmination in the rule and reign of Herod (and the "other" Herods that come later). In this episode Heather introduces this new series with a brief historical overview of the time of the Ha...
2023-03-0614 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry099 IS IT TIME FOR YOU TO ENGAGE WITH GOD'S APPOINTED TIMES?Heather and Jonathan keep talking about the importance of the festivals. Why should we practice them? What's the purpose of them? You'll be blessed by this conversation! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2023-01-3021 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry098 ARE THE FESTIVALS FOR GENTILES TOO? AN INTERVIEW WITH JONATHAN BROWNHeather sits down with Jonathan Brown to have a discussion about the festivals. Are they just for the gentiles or are they for everyone? Jonathan holds a wealth of knowledge on this subject and you are going to really love learning from him. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2023-01-2319 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry097 ADOPTING THE VULNERABLE WITH DR. CHAP CLARKJesus loved the vulnerable. Many of the religious leaders of Jesus' day created a wall of separation between the vulnerable and God. Heather and Dr. Clark have a great discussion on how we can break down those walls and truly love people. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2023-01-1619 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry096 A FIRST CENTURY LOOK AT FAMILY IN THE JEWISH COMMUNITY WITH DR. CHAP CLARKThe Jewish community places an extremely high value on community. Heather and Dr. Clark discuss bringing some of those first century values into todays world to help you grow in community as a 21st century youth leader. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2023-01-0918 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry095 BRINGING THE FIRST CENTURY INTO 21ST CENTURY DISCIPLESHIP WITH DR.CHAP CLARKHeather sits down once more with youth ministry veteran and champion, Dr. Chap Clark to have an important discussion on creating community. Together, their conversation seeks to answer your 21st century questions by looking back into the Jewish idea of community. To get connected with Dr. Clark go to www.chapclark.comTo get signed up for the conference and join him for the session he'll be leading on discipleship please go to https://gordonconwell.store/products/youth-conferenceJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community
2023-01-0217 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry094 DISCIPLE-MAKERS SEE PEOPLE WITH DR. CHAP CLARKDuring Jesus' time of ministry he spent quite a bit of time seeing people who others ignored. He passionately made a way for every individual to be part of God's Kingdom. In this 4 part series on Disciple-making Heather and Chap sit down to have a conversation about how disciple-makers, just like Jesus, see people. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-12-2616 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry092 AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. CHAP CLARK: THE MOSAIC SELFHeather welcomes back Dr. Chap Clark. Dr. Clark offers some great insight and wisdom on how to help teenagers navigate the mosaic self. Tune in. You'll be happy you did. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-12-1212 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry091 AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. CHAP CLARK: THE VIRTUAL SELFHeather has a great discussion with youth ministry champion, Dr. Chap Clark. Dr. Clark has so much wisdom to help you understand today's teenager. The focus of there conversation pulls us into understanding the virtual life of a. teenager. To get connected to Dr. Clark go to www.chapclark.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/Fir...
2022-12-0511 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry090 STARTING WITH WHAT YOU'VE GOTHeather welcomes Brent Glossinger back once again to have another really great and practical conversation about discipleship. Brent offers some great first steps for every youth leader who wants to make disciples. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-11-2817 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry089 AN INTERVIEW WITH BRENT GLOSSINGER: HOW HE CREATED A DISCIPLE-MAKING MINISTRYHeather has a great conversation with Brent Glossinger. Brent has done exactly what all of us want to see happen in our youth ministries. He's created a discipleship community that has grown people's faith. Similar to what we saw alive an active in the first century. Brent's words are dripping with wisdom. You'll want to make sure you take notes! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/gro...
2022-11-2117 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry088 BILL ALLISON PART TWO: THE SECRET SAUCE OF DISCIPLESHIPHeather welcomes back fellow Bears fan, Bill Allison to the First-Century Youth Ministry podcast. On this episode, Bill and Heather have a practical conversation about how you can start applying some Jesus's secret sauce methods of friendship discipleship to your ministry. To connect with Bill, buy his book or support his ministry go to www.cadremissionaries.orgJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike ou...
2022-11-1418 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry087 AN INTERVIEW WITH BILL ALLISON: DISCIPLESHIP IS REALLY THIS SIMPLE?Bill Allison, founder and director of Cadre Missionaries joins Heather for a super practical, simple and applicable conversation about the disciple-making friendships of Jesus. Listen in because Bill drops so many good truths here that will challenge and inspire you in your faith journey as you love teens for the glory of God. These methods are deeply rooted in the first century way of life that produced our Messiah Jesus. To buy Bill's book or donate to his ministry go to, https://www.cadremissionaries.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBe...
2022-11-0720 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry086 AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. KARA POWELL PART TWO: 3 BIG QUESTIONS EVERY TEENAGER IS ASKINGThe Fuller Youth Institute put out a new book a year ago called, 3 Big Questions. Heather discuss some valuable insights from this book in this episode with Dr. Kara Powell. To get connected to Dr. Powell and the work at FYI, please go here. To sign up for the FREE Zoom Roundtable with James Whitman please follow this link- https://firstcenturyyouthministry.com/free-zoom-sessionYou can also access the ZOOM link here. First-Century Youth Ministry is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.Topic: Zoom Roundtable with James WhitmanTim...
2022-10-3118 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry085 AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. KARA POWELL: WARM IS THE NEW COOLHeather sits down with Dr. Kara Powell from the Fuller Youth Institute. Dr. Powell was a tremendous guest, offering excellent insight on how to grow a deeper community within our youth ministries. To get all of the great resources, including Growing Young, along with many of their other great books, go to https://fulleryouthinstitute.orgJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/F...
2022-10-2418 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry084 DR. RON HERMS PART TWO: TEACHING APOCALYPTIC LITERATURE LIKE A PROHeather sits down with Dr. Ron Herms for another great discussion on apocalyptic literature. Ron is very passionate about this topic and offers some great helpful tips for any youth leader hoping to teach their students this kind of content like a pro! Here's a link to one of Ron's books. https://www.eerdmans.com/Products/6669/early-jewish-literature.aspxJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministry
2022-10-1720 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry082 AN INTERVIEW JAMES WHITMAN PART TWO: MALENESS AND FEMALENESS IN THE KINGDOM OF GODHeather sits down once more with James Whitman from the Center for Judeo-Christian Studies. Heather and James have an insightful and meaningful conversation about maleness and femaleness in the Bible. Go to www.jcstudies.org to keep learning from James and his community. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-10-0320 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry081 AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. JAMES WHITMAN: MALE AND FEMALENESS IN THE HEBREW BIBLEHeather sits down with Dr. James Whitman. President of the Center for Judaic Christian Studies Institute. James offers some truly amazing insight on the creation account, and how we are made in the image of God. To get connected with the Center for Judaic Christian Studies Institute please go to www.jcstudies.org Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www...
2022-09-2620 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry080 MARK OESTREICHER PART TWO: BRING BEAUTY, JUSTICE AND PEACE INTO THE WORLDHeather has another conversation with youth ministry guru and leader, Mark Oestreicher. They discuss some practical ways that your teens can be God's image by bringing beauty, justice and peace into the world. To learn more about the amazing cohorts The Youth Cartel does, please go to, www.theyouthcartel.com/coachingJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.co...
2022-09-1915 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry079 AN INTERVIEW WITH MARK OESTREICHER: BRING YOUR WEIRD LITTLE LUNCHHeather has a super fun conversation with Marko from the Youth Cartel! This conversation can help you ground your kids in using creativity to be God's image bearers. Mark shares a super fun story about some teens of his who created something really valuable for the Kingdom of God. Be inspired and tune in! To learn more about the amazing cohorts Marko has to offer at the Youth Cartel, go here- www.theyouthcartel.com/coachingJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome pa...
2022-09-1219 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry078 AN INTERVIEW WITH LOIS TVERBERG PART TWO: WAS JESUS A PHARISEE?Heather has another great conversation with a previous guest on our show- author, Lois Tverberg. Lois just recently wrote an article on how we may have misunderstood the Pharisees in Premiere Christianity. To read the full article go here- https://ourrabbijesus.com/articles/have-we-misunderstood-the-pharisees/?fbclid=IwAR2qQi_VZsagmh3hZV-vrtbnNwoWIZ0mQz7tKC0nm3gjztqi2fbkAf5FSIsTo get connected to Lois' work go to www.ourrabbijesus.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comJoin our growing Facebook community at - https://www.facebook.com/groups/812126896194896Like our Facebook page- https://ww...
2022-09-0516 minFirst-Century Youth MinistryA QUICK UPDATE ON SOME TOUGH CHANGES AT FIRST-CENTURY YOUTH MINISTRYHeather gives a quick update on some recent changes here at First-Century Youth Ministry. Due to some recent changes things are going to look a little different here at First-Century Youth Ministry, but don't worry, we're still going to be bringing you amazing content to help you bridge the gap between discipleship in the first century to discipleship in your ministry context. You'll be hearing from some amazing people in the upcoming weeks and months who will help you grow as a teacher and learner. That's our goal here at FCYM is to help you be...
2022-09-0205 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry077 AN INTERVIEW WITH LOIS TVERBERG: WAS JESUS A FRIEND OF THE PHARISEES?Heather has a great conversation with a previous guest on our show, author, Lois Tverberg. Lois just recently wrote an article on how we may have misunderstood the Pharisees in Premiere Christianity. To read the full article go here- https://ourrabbijesus.com/articles/have-we-misunderstood-the-pharisees/?fbclid=IwAR2qQi_VZsagmh3hZV-vrtbnNwoWIZ0mQz7tKC0nm3gjztqi2fbkAf5FSIsTo get connected to Lois' work go to www.ourrabbijesus.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comJoin our growing Facebook community at - https://www.facebook.com/groups/812126896194896Like our Facebook page- https://ww...
2022-08-2918 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry069 A FIRST CENTURY LOOK AT GARASENE DEMONIACMark and Heather wrap up a quick two week series on demons. They explore the context of the ancient world o help us better understand Jesus' encounter with the demoniac who lived in the tombs in the Decapolis. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-07-0418 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry068 A FIRST CENTURY LOOK AT THE SUPERNATURALMark and Heather start a two week discussion on demons and how demons were understood in the life of the first century. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-06-2718 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry067 5 WAYS TO KNOW YOU'RE LEADING LIKE JESUS AND NOT A PHARISEEMark and Heather have a super fun, practical and grounding conversation about leadership. Any and every youth leader will benefit from this conversation. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthminisry.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-06-2018 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry066 5 WAYS TO DISCIPLE YOUR STUDENTS LIKE A FIRST-CENTURY RABBIMark and Heather talk about 5 key components that were alive in well in first-century discipleship. Join us for a great conversation! Come check out our work at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-06-1314 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry063 AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. CARMEN IMES: BEING GOD'S IMAGE, WOMEN IN MINISTRYMark and Heather sit down with author, speaker and professor, Dr. Carmen Imes to have an extremely meaningful and encouraging conversation on a new book Dr. Imes is working on called, "Bearing God's Image." This conversation focuses on women reflecting God's image as kingdom workers. How should the church handle gifted women? What kind of role or support should they give them? We answer all of these questions and more!Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Get connected to Dr. Imes on her YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CarmenJoyImesPhDGo and b...
2022-05-3018 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry064 AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. CARMEN IMES: BEING GOD'S IMAGE, WOMEN IN MINISTRY PART 2This is part two of our conversation as Mark and Heather sit down with author, speaker and professor, Dr. Carmen Imes to have an extremely meaningful and encouraging conversation on a new book Dr. Imes is working on called, "Bearing God's Image." This conversation focuses on women reflecting God's image as kingdom workers. How should the church handle gifted women? What kind of role or support should they give them? We answer all of these questions and more!Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Get connected to Dr. Imes on her YouTube channel https://www.y...
2022-05-3015 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry062 AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. CARMEN IMES: WAS THE LAW A GIFT?Mark and Heather sit down with author, speaker and professor, Dr. Carmen Imes to have a riveting discussion on understanding the law given at Mt. Sinai. Dr. Imes has written a great book, "Bearing God's Name," that discusses all of this conversation in greater detail. We'd encourage you to pick it up and get connected to her work. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Get connected to Dr. Imes on her YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CarmenJoyImesPhDGo and buy her books!https://www.amazon.com/Carmen-Joy-Imes/e/B07BNPY56Q...
2022-05-2320 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry060 AN INTERVIEW WITH DAVID WILBER: THE SABBATHMark and Heather interview author, speaker and ministry leader, David Wilber. David shares some great insight on the Sabbath and a very enriching conversation about the need for rest with God takes place. Every Christian needs to take to heart what this episode speaks about. To connect with David, buy his books, read or watch all of his amazing resources go to www.davidwilber.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/gro...
2022-05-0918 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry059 SUKKOT!...JESUS LOVES A GOOD PARTYThe very last of God's appointed times on the calendar is Sukkot and it is an all out party! Join Mark and Heather for a great discussion on it to see where Jesus shows up in this feast. www.firstcenturyouthministry.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-05-0217 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry058 WHAT IS THE FESTIVAL OF YOM KIPPUR?Mark and Heather talk about the festival of Yom Kippur and how Jesus fulfills this festival with His life!Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-04-2519 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry054 WHY IS THERE A PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY SANDWICH IN MY EASTER EGG?Mark and Heather kick-off a new series on the feasts of Israel. Understanding these feasts helps us have a great awareness and understanding of the life of Jesus! You'll be so glad you joined us for this 7-week series! Join us at www.firstcenturyouthministry.com to sign up for the parables cohort! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-03-2717 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry053 A POWERFUL MIDRASH HAGGADAHMark and Heather finish up their last week on Midrash. Mark tells us about a beautiful Midrash Haggadah that will leave you loving God all the more. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-03-2116 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry052 MIDRASH HALAKAH, CASTING CROWNS, AND A NICE LITTLE KISSMark and Heather keep the conversation going about the poetic use of Midrash Halakah. This is such a fun episode that has lots of practical application. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-03-1415 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry051 HOLY MACKENZIE! WHAT IS MIDRASH?Midrash is a beautiful poetic element used in Jewish literature. It is a tool used by the sages to help pull different parts of the Hebrew Bible together that makes it all the more beautiful. Join Heather and Mark for a fun discussion on it! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-03-0716 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry050 YOU JUST GOT FIRED, NOW WHAT?Mark and Heather have a very real and honest conversation about liminal spaces that change us. They are the seasons we must often don't want to be in. Yet they are unavoidable and have the opportunity to change us, just as they did for Israel. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-02-2816 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry049 STRINGING PEARLS: JEWISH INTERPRETATION IN THE NEW TESTAMENTMark and Heather have another fascinating discussion on Jewish interpretation in the New Testament. They look at a common teaching tool used by the writer's of the Bible called stringing peals. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-02-2115 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry048 THE EPISODE WHEN HEATHER GETS MAD AT MARKMark and Heather rehash some of the conversation from last weeks episode on Jewish interpretation in Scripture. Heather shares some of her frustration, but by the end of it some really practical and helpful tips emerge! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-02-1413 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry047 WHAT IS JEWISH INTERPRETATION?We're back after a three week break! And we're feeling energized and renewed to keep bringing you great episodes. This week, Mark and Heather start a discussion on the importance of understanding Jewish interpretation in Scripture. Get ready, it's a deep dive in under 20 minutes! Don't forget to send us a message at firstcenturyyouthministry@gmail.com with a screen shot of a review of our podcast. If you're the first person, Heather will send you a free First-Century Youth Ministry book! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstc...
2022-02-0719 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry046 AN INTERVIEW WITH PAUL TURNER PART TWO: BRINGING LEARNERS FORWARDMark and Heather have a super fun and practical discussion with Paul Turner about the importance of. inviting a mentor into your life! To get plugged in with Paul go to www.thediscipleproject.net Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-01-1717 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry045 AN INTERVIEW WITH PAUL TURNER: GOD GIVES ISRAEL THE GIFT OF....Heather and Mark sit down with podcaster, coach and youth ministry leader, Paul Turner. Paul has a wealth of knowledge that he so graciously shares with us on this episode. To connect with Paul, go to www.thediscipleproject.netJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-01-1019 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry044 BE SPARK, NOT WATERHeather and Mark have a great and super practical discussion on the Hebrew word, haver. They discuss the importance of having friends in our lives who call us to our very best. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2022-01-0317 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry043 WHEN WAS JESUS ACTUALLY BORN?Heather and Mark take investigate the date of Jesus' birth. It's a fascinating discussion using a number of things going on in the Jewish world around the time of the first century!Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-12-2618 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry042 WHAT DOES JESUS HAVE IN COMMON WITH HERCULES?Join Mark and Heather as they discuss the floating motif weaved throughout the book of Matthew dealing with the birth narrative of Jesus!Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-12-2020 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry041 SPECIAL NEEDS MINISTRY PART TWO: AN INTERVIEW WITH ANDREA MERCIERHeather discusses some super practical ways any youth worker can start today to make room for more special needs families in their ministry. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com or send us an email at firstcenturyyouthministry@gmail.com to ask us or Andrea a question. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-12-1318 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry040 SPECIAL NEEDS MINISTRY AN INTERVIEW WITH ANDREA MERCIERHeather's twin sister, Andrea, a minister and special needs mom joins Heather for a needed and insightful conversation on special needs ministry. EVERY youth worker needs to tune into this episode. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com or send us a message at firstcenturyyouthministry@gmail.com if you'd like to ask Andrea a question. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-12-0616 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry038 THE TORAH IN THE GOSPELS: THAT ONE PASSAGE THAT ALWAYS MADE YOU GO...HUH???Heather and Mark conclude their super fun series on the Torah in the gospels as Mark unpacks the transfiguration in the gospel of Mark!Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-11-2219 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry037 THE TORAH IN THE GOSPELS: JESUS THE CORNERSTONEMark and Heather continue their series called the Torah in the gospels! This week they discuss Jesus' words on comparing Himself to the Cornerstone of the Temple. There are so many tie in's to the Hebrew Scriptures on this one! It's so fun! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-11-1514 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry035 THE TORAH IN THE GOSPELS: THE TEMPTATION OF JESUSJesus was a master teacher who was always pulling the Hebrew Scriptures forward when He taught in the New Testament. Mark and Heather continue their series taking you into the many accounts in the gospels when Jesus taught His listeners something from the Hebrew Scriptures to communicate something He was saying in that present moment. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://ww...
2021-11-0115 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry034 THE TORAH IN THE GOSPELS: JESUS IN THE TEMPLEHeather and Mark are taking you on a journey of connecting the testaments via the words of Jesus! This week they're discussing something called biblical allusion, which shows up so much in Scripture! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-10-2516 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry033 THE HOUSE OF SHAMMAIMark and Heather continue the conversation about influential first-century teachers, Hillel and Shammai. This week we discuss Shammai! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-10-1816 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry032 THE HOUSE OF HILLELMark and Heather start a two week series on first-century teachers, Hillel and Shammai!Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-10-1113 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry031 THE TORAH IN THE GOSPELS: JESUS, THE SUFFERING SERVANT OF ISAIAHHeather and Mark have a discussion Jesus' fulfillment of the suffering servant in Isaiah and discuss some practical ways we can apply the same type of life of sacrifice and service to our youth ministries! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-10-0419 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry030 A YOUTH MINISTRY MISHPACHAH: AN INTERVIEW WITH MEL WALKERMishpachah in the Hebrew simply means family! Heather and Mark sit down with veteran youth worker Mel Walker to discuss best practices for family ministry. Mel is an author, speaker, and the co-founder of Vision for Youth. To see what Mel is up to go to www.youthministryquestions.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-09-2721 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry029 LOIS TVERBERG PART TWO: I WILL PROVIDE GRASS IN THE FIELD FOR YOUR CATTLEHeather and Mark meet up again with Jewish roots scholar, author and speaker, Lois Tverberg! To check out more of Lois' work go to www.ourrabbijesus.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-09-2021 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry028 LOIS TVERBERG: GREEK BRAIN VS. HEBREW BRAINHeather and Mark interview author, speaker and scholar Lois Tverberg as we discuss the importance of understanding the way the eastern world thinks. This conversation will help you become a better teacher to your students! To learn more about Lois' work go to www.ourrabbijesus.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comsend us an email at firstcenturyyouthministry@gmail.com for the ZOOM link to get access to our FREE roundtable discussion with John Farwell at 2PM EST on Sept 30th. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of o...
2021-09-1322 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry028 THE GEOGRAPHY OF YOUR BIBLEHeather interviews John Farwell, once again as we discuss the importance of understanding the Bible as we see it take place within its context in the land of Israel. To keep the conversation going and to sharpen your understanding of the Hebrew Mindset we've got a free roundtable discussion taking you deeper into this topic on Thursday, Sept 16th at 2PM EST. UPDATE: JOHN WAS JUST GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO GO TO WALK THE FOOTSTEPS OF PAUL. THEREFORE, WE WILL BE POSTPONING OUR ZOOM CONVERSATION. OUR NEW DATE AND TIME IS THURSDAY, SEPT 30TH at 2PM EST...
2021-09-0619 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry027 JESUS SENDS THE HAYMAKER PUNCH WITH THIS PARABLE HACKMark and Heather discuss part two of the parable of the lost son! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com!Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-08-3017 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry026 THE PEOPLE OF THE LAND MATTER TO GOD?Mark and Heather discuss the parable of the lost son from a first-century perspective! You'll learn about how Jesus felt about the poor, people of the land, Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-08-2318 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry023 SECTUALLY EXPLICIT 04: THE SADDUCEESMark and Heather dive into a great conversation about the Sadducees. This one will really encourage you if you've been through hard times. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-08-0217 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry022 SECTUALLY EXPLICIT 03: THE ZEALOTSMark and Heather continue the discussion on the major religious sects at play in the first century. This week we tackle the Zealots! Join as at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-07-2616 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry021 SECTUALLY EXPLICIT 02: THE ESSENESMark and Heather discuss the Essenes in week TWO of our FOUR weeks series on the different religious sects in Judaism. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-07-1915 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry020 SECTUALLY EXPLICIT 01: THE PHARISEESMark and Heather kick off a 4 week series on the four main religious sects at play in the first century. They start off the series with a conversation about the Pharisee. To learn more about youth workers only trip to Israel or find out more about all the work we're doing email us at firstcenturyyouthministry@gmail.comJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-07-1219 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry019 MARK DEVRIES: A RADICAL SHIFT IN YOUTH MINISTRYHeather and Mark have a conversation with youth ministry veteran, author, and founder of Ministry Architects, Mark Devries. Mark is a brilliant, forward thinker. You'll be blessed by our conversation! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-07-0523 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry018 JAMES WHITMAN, PART TWO: THE BIBLE JESUS READJames Whitman, the president of the Center for Judaic-Christian Studies, joins Heather and Mark for week two of a fascinating conversation on how the testaments connect. James is brilliant and brings a wealth of knowledge and wisdom to the conversation! To learn more about the courses and resources offered at JCStudies go to https://www.jcstudies.com. Contact Heather and Mark at firstcenturyyouthministry@gmail.com to receive a discount code for the course, "Behold the Man." Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" grou...
2021-06-2820 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry017 JAMES WHITMAN, PART ONE: THE BIBLE JESUS READJames Whitman, the president of the Center for Judaic-Christian Studies, joins Heather and Mark for a fascinating conversation on how the testaments connect. James is brilliant and brings a wealth of knowledge and wisdom to the conversation! To learn more about the courses and resources offered at JCStudies go to https://www.jcstudies.com. Contact Heather and Mark at firstcenturyyouthministry@gmail.com to receive a discount code for the course, "Behold the Man." Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.face...
2021-06-2121 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry015 THE TRUE MEANING OF JOHN 3:16Heather leads our discussion this week on our final week on the Kingdom of Heaven. She brings in a first-century understanding of one of the most famous Bible verses known to help us better understand our role in the Kingdom. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-06-0716 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry014 THE ARRIVAL OF THE MESSIANIC ERAHeather leads our discussion today on week two of our series on the Kingdom of Heaven. Get ready to grab a shovel and join with Jesus in His messianic kingdom to help bring about the divine reversal of things. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-05-3115 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry012 AN INTERVIEW WITH BILLY WILLIS AND COLLIN KETTERING: PLACING YOUR WHOLE LIFE INSIDE A DISCIPLEThe rabbis sought to place their whole life inside of their young disciples. Heather interviews her friend, Billy, and a former student of his, Collin. Billy shares about how he placed his whole life inside of Collin as a young man. Now because of it Collin is in full-time ministry and thriving as a young adult. Every youth worker would benefit from tuning into this episode. To learn more head over to www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Jo...
2021-05-1717 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry011 PLACING YOUR WHOLE LIFE INSIDE A DISCIPLEHeather hosts and Mark leads our discussion on what it meant for a first-century rabbi to place their whole life inside of a growing disciple. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-05-1016 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry010 BETTER THAN A SEMINARY DEGREEMark and Heather talk about how going to Israel changed their lives, how they understand the Bible and how they Shepherd students. Join us for the conversation! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-05-0313 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry009 THE LAND OF ISRAEL: THE FIFTH GOSPEL, AN INTERVIEW WITH JOHN FARWELLHeather and Mark interview John Farwell, the founder of "Walk the Story," as we discuss St. Jerome's idea that Israel is like the 5th gospel. We discuss with John our upcoming youth workers' only trip with him to Israel and talk about why EVERY youth worker needs to join us!Shoot us an email at firstcenturyyouthministry@gmail.com to learn more about our upcoming Israel trip! Also, check out www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com!Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" g...
2021-04-2619 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry007 HALAKHAH ARE YOU?What does the word halakhah have to do with the life and words of Jesus in the first century? Join us as Heather shares a fun analogy about basketball officiating to bring this important concept to life in the twenty first century. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-04-1214 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry006 ORAL TORAH, DANIEL TIGER AND JESUS' TEACHING.Heather asks Mark how the concept of oral law can help you understand every single discussion Jesus has in the New Testament better. To go farther faster in reclaiming the ancient context of being a disciple and making them, head to www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com. Much love, Heather and MarkJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-04-0518 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry005 NOT YOUR GRANDMA'S TORAH...Mark chats about what we mean by the word torah and how you can shift from thinking about the Bible as a book to thinking about it as a path. To go farther faster in reclaiming the ancient context of being a disciple and making them, head to www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com. Much love, Heather and MarkJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-03-2912 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry004 A TRUE TALMID, HOT DOGS, AND THE BLACK WIDOWHeather unpacks what a talmid was in ancient Judaism and how it carried a sense of devotion and discipline so that faith became practice and you became the teacher. To go farther faster in reclaiming the ancient context of being a disciple and making them, head to www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com. Much love, Heather and MarkJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-03-2210 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry003 THE PASSION OF A LEARNER AND BENNY THE JETHeather unpacks what it took to follow a rabbi in the first century, and how to be this kind of learner OUT AHEAD of your students as a youth pastor. To go farther faster in reclaiming the ancient context of being a disciple and making them, head to www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com. Much love, Heather and MarkJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-03-1510 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry002 WAS JESUS A YOUTH PASTOR?Heather asks Mark if Jesus was the first youth pastor, and together they challenge you to understand yourself like an ancient rabbi to your students. To go farther faster in reclaiming the ancient context of being a disciple and making them, head to www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com. Much love, Heather and MarkJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-03-0810 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry001 A LOOK BACK FOR THE WAY FORWARD.Heather talks about the value of looking back to the Jewish roots of our Christian faith so the we can look forward to how to best disciple students. To go farther faster in reclaiming the ancient context of being a disciple and making them, head to www.firstcenturyyouthministry.com. Much love, Heather and MarkJoin us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin
2021-03-0111 min
Women in Youth MinistryHeather Quiroz - First Century Youth MinistryToday's episode features Heather Quiroz, the author of the book "First Century Youth Ministry." You can purchase on Amazon here. You can purchase from the Youth Cartel Store. Use code "FCYM" to get 25% off! If you "like" Heather's author Facebook page and do a reshare of this podcast on your personal page tagging the author page, Heather will draw for someone to win a free copy of the book by April 10th!ABOUT HEATHER QUIROZ: Heather loves Jesus, youth ministry, laughing at silly things, and eating at Indian lunch buffets. She’s the wife of Rodrigo and is...
2020-04-0136 min