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First-Century Youth Ministry173 JONATHAN'S NEW BOOK!!! THE LAW AND THE PROMISE IS OUT!Jonathan wrote a book on Galatians and it is a GREAT read! Together, Heather and Jonathan, discuss some of the many insights from this helpful book on Galatians! Find the book on Amazon- https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0FSSZYRBWJoin 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
2025-10-3141 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry170 ANCIENT NEAR EASTERN FLOOD STORIES, IS GENESIS REALLY THE MOST RELIABLE ACCOUNT?Jonathan and Heather discuss the numerous ancient near eastern flood accounts to explore which one holds the most weight and proves itself to be most trustworthy. They discuss the Epic of Gilgamesh in addition to other ANE flood accounts. They also ask the question, is God good by sending a world wide flood? 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
2025-07-1234 minFirst-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 Ministry168 THE HARDENING OF PHARAOH'S HEART, HEBREW ANATOMY AND THE FEATHER OF MAATHey! We're back! Jonathan and Heather are back for a brand new season of the podcast. Since our lives have gotten really busy we're going to be releasing longer episodes once a month. This month we discuss the Hebrew words associated with the weighing of Pharaoh's heart and the word play taking place in conjunction with Egyptian mythology. Thanks for being a listener! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our...
2025-05-0636 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry163 AN INTERVIEW WITH DAVID WILBER: MAYBE JUST ONE WIFE WILL DOJonathan and Heather sit down with David Wilber to continue the discussion on what the Bible has to say about polygamy. This is a helpful discussion to help you understand the teachings of the Bible in light of the actions of the people in it. 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
2025-01-1319 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry162 AN INTERVIEW WITH DAVID WILBER: SO...HOW MANY WIVES CAN YOU HAVE?Jonathan and Heather have a conversation with author David Wilber on what the Bible has to say about polygamy. We promise you'll probably learn a new word if you tune into 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
2025-01-0619 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry161 HOW GOD RESTORES THE BROKENNESS OF THE FALL WITH DR. MATT NAPPIERHeather and Jonathan sit won with Dr. Matt Nappier for one last conversation on Genesis 2. This conversation offers practical thoughts for how to apply this content for any youth ministry 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
2024-12-3012 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry160 THE LAW OF PRIMOGENITURE...IS IT REALLY IN THE BIBLE?Heather and Jonathan have a discussion with Dr. Matt Nappier about the law of primogeniture! 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
2024-12-2313 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry159 WHAT IS NOT IMPLIED IN GENESIS 2 WITH DR. MATT NAPPIERJonathan and Heather dive deeper into the creation story with Dr. Matt Nappier! We hope you enjoy 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
2024-12-1612 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry158 GENESIS 2 IN GOD'S STORY WITH DR. MATT NAPPIERJonathan and Heather start off this week with a conversation with Dr. Matt Nappier about God's story in Genesis 2. 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
2024-12-0914 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry157 DR. CARMEN IMES: HOW TEENAGERS CAN BE THE IMAGE OF GOD TODAYHeather and Jonathan finish up the conversation with Dr. Carmen Imes as they wrestle with the question of how teenagers can be God's image bearers in todays world! 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
2024-12-0215 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry156 AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. CARMEN IMES: HOW THE IMAGE OF GOD WAS HARMED BY THE FALLHeather and Jonathan sit down with Bible scholar, Dr. Carmen Imes for another great conversation on what it truly means to be made in the image of God. 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
2024-11-2516 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry155 AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. CARMEN IMES: MEN AND WOMEN AS THE IMAGE OF GODJonathan and Heather have a conversation with bible scholar, Dr. Carmen Imes on understand what was meant by man and woman being made in the image of God. They end the conversation with some helpful guidance on how you can apply these teachings to the teenagers you minister to! 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
2024-11-1823 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry154 WHAT DID PAUL MEAN WHEN HE SAID A WOMAN WILL BE SAVED THROUGH CHILDBEARING WITH DR. SANDRA GLAHNJonathan and Heather sit down with Dr. Sandra Glahn for one final episode on Artemis of the Ephesians and what Paul meant when he told the Ephesians that a woman will be saved through chlid bearing. This last episode helps pull all of the others together thanks to Dr. Glahn's wisdom! 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
2024-11-1118 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry153 THE NUMBER ONE FEAR WOMEN HAD IN FIRST CENTURY EPHESUS WITH DR. SANDRA GLAHNHeather and Jonathan have a discussion with Dr. Sandra Glahn through her book Nobody's Mother. They discuss a fictional character from her book, Theodora. This fictional character helps us understand what women would have been fearing as recent converts to Christianity in Ephesus. Dr. Glahn offers some truly amazing insights on what the women in first century Ephesus would have been wrestling through having just left the cult of Artemis to worship Jesus. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.c...
2024-11-0415 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry152 WHO WAS ARTEMIS OF THE EPHESIANS WITH DR. SANDRA GLAHNJoin Jonathan and Heather for week two of their discussion with Dr. Sandra Glahn walking through her newest book, Nobody's Mother. Dr. Glahn discusses her research on understanding this widely popular female goddess whose presence shaped the religious landscape of first century Ephesus. 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
2024-10-2812 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry151 RECONCILING "A WOMAN WILL BE SAVED THROUGH CHILDBEARING" WITH INFERTILITY: AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. SANDRA GLAHNHeather and Jonathan sit down with Dr. Sandra Glahn to discuss her latest book, Nobody's Mother. In this first episode, Dr. Glahn shares her journey through infertility and how she personally wrestled through Paul's words, "A woman will be saved through childbearing." 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
2024-10-2114 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry149 WHAT YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT FEMALE ELDERS AND MUTUAL SUBMISSIONHeather and Jonathan have one final conversation with Dr. Phillip Payne. Dr Payne offers even more great insight on how to understand biblical submission, female eldership and other passages related to women in leadership in the Bible. 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
2024-10-1412 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry148 THE ONLY NAMED PERSON HOLDING CHURCH OFFICE IN THE NEW TESTAMENT IS A FEMALE WITH DR. PHILLIP PAYNEHeather and Jonathan sit down with their guest, Dr. Phillip Payne to discuss Phoebe, the only named person with a church office in the New Testament. Dr. Payne does a tremendous job by helping us understand this reality. To learn more from Dr. Payne, please pick up his book, The Bible vs. Biblical Womanhood.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
2024-10-0719 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry147 HOW THE BIBLE SUPPORTS FEMALE ELDERSHIP WITH DR. PHILLIP B. PAYNEHeather and Jonathan sit down with Dr. Payne to talk about importance passages in the pastoral epistles that seem to be limiting the ministry of women. Dr Payne helps us understand these passages in the original language and how they actually do not exclude women from eldership in the local church. 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
2024-09-3019 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry146 IS THE HUSBAND THE HEAD OF THE WIFE WITH DR. PHILLIP PAYNEJonathan and Heather have another great conversation with Dr. Phillip Payne about headship in the Bible. They also discuss what is meant by Paul's words in Ephesians 5 when it says the husband is the head of the wife. Dr. Payne offers a different translation based on his research that the husband is the source, not the head of the life and submission is not a wife to her husband only but what's actually being taught is mutual submission between men and women. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community
2024-09-2320 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry145 DOES THE NEW TESTAMENT RESTRICT THE MINISTRY OF WOMEN WITH DR. PHILLIP PAYNEHeather and Jonathan sit down with Dr. Phillip Payne to discuss his book The Bible Vs. Biblical WomanhoodJoin 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
2024-09-1617 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry143 CAN WOMEN LEAD IN THE CHURCH WITH TYLER DAWN ROSENQUISTIn this fascinating follow-up episode, Heather and Jonathan once again welcome Tyler Dawn Rosenquist to continue their exploration of 1 Timothy 2. This time, they delve into the critical context of Artemus worship in ancient Ephesus and its influence on Paul’s instructions about women’s roles in the church.Tyler sheds light on how the pervasive worship of Artemis shaped the cultural and religious landscape of Ephesus, providing crucial background for understanding Paul’s guidance to Timothy regarding women’s conduct in the church. They also dive into the original Greek terms used in the passage, offering a clearer...
2024-09-0214 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry143 UNDERSTAND THIS BEFORE YOU INTERPRET 1 TIMOTHY 2 WITH TYLER DAWN ROSENQUISTJoin Heather and Jonathan in this thought-provoking episode as they welcome special guest Tyler Dawn Rosenquist to dive deep into the complexities of 1 Timothy 2 and its implications for women's roles in the church.In this enlightening discussion, Tyler helps unravel what this often-debated passage isn't saying and emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical and cultural context of Ephesus to grasp Paul’s message to Timothy fully. Together, they explore the nuances of interpreting scripture with an informed perspective, challenging conventional readings and uncovering a more nuanced understanding of women’s contributions within the church.Whet...
2024-08-2619 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry142 BONUS EPISODE: HOW SHOULD TEENAGERS UNDERSTAND 1 CORINTHIANS 11 WITH DR. LYNN COHICK?In this episode, Jonathan and Heather sit down with Dr. Lynn Cohick to tackle the challenge of guiding teenagers through complex Bible passages, specifically 1 Corinthians 11. Dr. Cohick shares insightful strategies and practical advice for helping young people navigate and understand this often perplexing scripture. Tune in for expert tips on making tough biblical texts more accessible and meaningful for teens.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...
2024-08-2209 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry140 DEBUNKING GENDER HIERARCHY PART ONE WITH DR. LYNN COHICKContinuing the discussion with Dr. Lynn Cohick, in this episode Jonathan and Heather delve into 1 Cor 11, and the seemingly odd statements Paul seems to make about women and hairstyles. Does Paul expect Christian women to always have long hair? Does Paul state that men are to be “heads” over women, meaning to have authority over them? In this episode, we take an alternative - and rhetorically fascinating - approach to one of the most perplexing chapters in all of 1 Corinthians. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Faceboo...
2024-08-1217 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry139 THE FEMALE MINISTRY PARTNERS OF PAUL PART TWO WITH DR. LYNN COHICKIn this episode, Jonathan and Heather dive deeper into the fascinating world of early Christian history with special guest Dr. Lynn Cohick. Join us as Dr. Cohick sheds light on the crucial roles of female ministry partners of the Apostle Paul. Discover the remarkable contributions of Phoebe, who served as a key benefactor for Paul, and learn about Junia, an apostle whose influence was deeply significant. Dr. Cohick also explores the lives of other influential women who led and served alongside Paul, revealing their vital impact on the early Church. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that celebrates the...
2024-08-0519 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 Ministry137 WHY THE PLAIN READING OF THE TEXT DOESN'T WORK WITH WOMEN'S ROLES IN THE BIBLE WITH MIKE DAVISHeather and Jonathan have one more conversation with Mike Davis about the importance of understanding the Bible from within its cultural context. Mike gives us some practical ways to start studying the Bible for ourselves that would help us know how to address this topic of women in the Bible. Mike challenges the concept of the "plain reading of the text" and offers a better interpretation for some of those harder passages pertaining to women. Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" gr...
2024-07-2220 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry135 WHERE WE'RE HEADED AND WHY WITH OUR NEW SERIES ON WOMEN IN LIFE, LEADERSHIP AND BIBLICAL WOMANHOODKicking off our new series on women in life and leadership, Heather and Jonathan discuss a little of their own personal journeys in studying through these topics. The issue is one that isn't going away, nor should it! Join us in this new series as we discuss, week after week, with numerous Biblical scholars and pastors, how God sees women, how Yeshua values women, and what it really means to be an Image-bearer of God! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" gr...
2024-07-0820 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry131 THE MARRIAGE SUPPER OF THE LAMB? LET'S TACO BOUT IT!Heather and Jonathan share about the connection between the Jewish fall festivals and the marriage supper of the lamb. Truly, the connection is extremely powerful and you really don't want to miss it! 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
2024-05-0617 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 Ministry126 HOW CAN WE UNDERSTAND THE PARABLE OF THE TEN VIRGINS?In this episode Jonathan and Heather discuss the parable of the 10 virgins. Jonathan shares some really insightful truths about this passage while also challenging us to make sure the teenagers who we love and care for make certain they too are ready for our Master's return. 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
2024-02-2619 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry125 MAWWAGE IS WHUD BWINGS US TOGEVVAH TODAYHeather and Jonathan discuss the final stage in the Jewish wedding process-consummation. They discuss how this journey through the different stages of the Jewish wedding process parallel with Jesus' return and offer a practical conversation on how to talk with teens in your youth ministry about sex. 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
2024-02-1217 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry124 365 DAY FIANCEHeather and Jonathan continue their series on Ancient Jewish wedding customs. This week Jonathan leads our discussion on, "What is betrothal?" This conversation will help you get grounded in the next stage of the ancient Jewish wedding process. 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
2024-01-2913 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry123 THE BRIDE PRICE IS RIGHTHeather and Jonathan are launching a brand new series on ancient Jewish marriage customs in the Bible. This week they tackle the first step in the Jewish wedding process which is "mutual commitment." We discuss how marriages were arranged. What the purpose of marriage was during ancient times and what this all means fr us today. You'll learn some really fun things you can take back to teach to your teenagers who want to know more about the Bible!Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community
2024-01-1518 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry122 HOW TO GET YOUR WHOLE CHURCH INVOLVED IN YOUTH MINISTRYHave you ever heard someone tell youths that their place in the Church is limited? Maybe they haven't been told that in words, but perhaps the programs are relegated to 45 minutes of games and babysitting instead of learning Scripture, digging in, and being involved in real-world ministry. In this episode, Heather and Jonathan interview pastors Brad and Erica Brons about what we as believers can glean from Paul's letters to Timothy, and how they relate to being engaged with your local Church, regardless of age.Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part o...
2024-01-0119 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 Ministry119 WAS THE TREATMENT OF HAGAR AND ISHMAEL OK?Author and Podcaster Tyler Dawn Rosenquist join Heather and Jonathan once more to unpack the biblical story of Hagar, Ishmael, Abram and Sarai. Tyler offers great insight for any teacher of the Bible and specifically for those teaching teens who are asking hard questions of the Bible. This conversation will help you understand how to teach this challenging context to the teens in your midst. To get connected to Tyler's work go to https://theancientbridge.com/Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "c...
2023-11-2026 minFirst-Century Youth Ministry118 AN INTERVIEW WITH TYLER DAWN ROSENQUIST: HONOR AND SHAME IN THE BIBLEDid you know that honor and shame cultures still exist today? Do you know how they impacted the Biblical world, and even still today? Many people think of Middle Eastern or Southeast Asian regions as having honor and shame cultures - and they do - but what about the Western world? What about North America, and our very own home in the US of A? In this episode, Heather and Jonathan discuss what an honor and shame culture looked like in the Biblical era, and how that continues to impact us today. Joi...
2023-11-0618 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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