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Submitting Your Feelings, Dreams & Desires (feat. Parker Stern)

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 18:08


Parker Stern is from Fort Collins, Colorado and is currently a Junior at Oral Roberts University. Today, we discuss the importance of submitting our entires lives - feelings, desires, dreams - to the Word of God. In ALL of our ways, we need to acknowledge and surrender to Him. Only then will He make our paths straight. Engaging Gen Z with the Bible. Hello, my name is Augustine and I host the Digital Discipleship Podcast. I choose a Gen Z young adult, they chose a passage of Scripture, and then we talk about what the Bible has to say about culture, technology, relationships, sexuality, discipleship, the church, and more. Weekly podcast episodes are released on Saturdays, and notes will be included in the description of the podcast. The podcast can be streamed on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple podcasts. Want to make my day? :) 1. Subscribe! 2. Share with a friend3. Let me know how this episode encouraged you by sharing a DM with me on Instagram! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digitaldiscipleship/support

Missions & The Cross (feat. Raphael Roker)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2023 21:56


Raphael Roker is originally from the Bahamas and is now a Senior at Oral Roberts University who is passionate about media and the gospel. He is a passionate preacher, blogger, social media guru, and just released his first ever book called A Charge to Keep: A Message of Holiness for Today's Generation. Engaging Gen Z with the Bible. Hello, my name is Augustine and I host the Digital Discipleship Podcast. I choose a Gen Z young adult, they chose a passage of Scripture, and then we talk about what the Bible has to say about culture, technology, relationships, sexuality, discipleship, the church, and more. Weekly podcast episodes are released on Saturdays, and notes will be included in the description of the podcast. The podcast can be streamed on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple podcasts. Want to make my day? :) 1. Subscribe! 2. Share with a friend 3. Let me know how this episode encouraged you by sharing a DM with me on Instagram! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digitaldiscipleship/support

Forgiveness + Empowerment (feat. Srikanth Srinivasan)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 26:49


A great conversation with Srikanth Srinivasan who is a graduate student at Oral Roberts University who is originally from India. He shares some takeaways from the story of Moses and the burning bush and how God chooses to associate with people regardless of their shortcomings and failures. We talk missions, overcoming shame, and understanding that the grace of God is for forgiveness and empowerment. Engaging Gen Z with the Bible. Hello, my name is Augustine and I host the Digital Discipleship Podcast. I choose a Gen Z young adult, they chose a passage of Scripture, and then we talk about what the Bible has to say about culture, technology, relationships, sexuality, discipleship, the church, and more. Weekly podcast episodes are released on Saturdays, and notes will be included in the description of the podcast. The podcast can be streamed on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple podcasts. Want to make my day? :) 1. Subscribe! 2. Share with a friend 3. Let me know how this episode encouraged you by sharing a DM with me on Instagram! Follow me on Instagram for more creative content: @_TheRealAugDog --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digitaldiscipleship/support

Grace in our Weakness (feat. Polly Tjihenuna)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 26:25


Engaging Gen Z with the Bible. Hello, my name is Augustine and I host the Digital Discipleship Podcast. I choose a Gen Z young adult, they chose a passage of Scripture, and then we talk about what the Bible has to say about culture, technology, relationships, sexuality, discipleship, the church, and more. Weekly podcast episodes are released on Saturdays, and notes will be included in the description of the podcast. The podcast can be streamed on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple podcasts. Want to make my day? :) 1. Subscribe! 2. Share with a friend 3. Let me know how this episode encouraged you by sharing a DM with me on Instagram! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digitaldiscipleship/support

A New Chapter for the Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2023 1:48


I'm excited to launch SEASON 5 of the Digital Discipleship Podcast! We are focusing on two things: The Bible & Gen Z. In every episode, I'm going to host a young adult and give them the space to share what God is teaching them through a specific passage of scripture. We will talk about how Gen Z can apply that passage of scripture to their life, relationships, and leadership. We will talk culture, technology, social media, dating, and more! Episodes are uploaded weekly on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe! You can also connect with me on Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digitaldiscipleship/support

When You Feel Spiritually Bored

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 26:04


Time Stamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:27 - Welcome Back 01:47 - Spiritual Boredom 6:15 - Change Your Location 9:14 - Diversify Your Conversation 12:47 - Adjust Your Time 14:56 - Ask Good Questions 16:24 - Worship Audibly 19:15 - Explore Bible Engagement Tools 23:46 - Concluding Encouragement & Prayer Today, we're going to talk about what to do when you feel bored in your relationship with God. Let's be real - it happens to all of us! Things become stale, it's hard to focus, or we aren't getting a lot out of our time with Jesus, it can be discouraging. On this episode, I will share 6 tips that I've learned in my relationship with Jesus that will help you become refocused and reengaged in your time with God. Be sure to connect with me on Instagram for more creative and next gen content! Augustine Mendoza: Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digitaldiscipleship/support

Digital Discipleship Podcast Promo

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 1:01


A Christian lifestyle podcast about relationships, culture, sexual integrity, technology, and more! About the Host: Augustine Mendoza is the Director of Spiritual Life at Oral Roberts University. Leading alongside his wife, Allie, he is passionate about equipping and empowering GenZ to become more like Jesus in their lives, relationships, leadership, and careers. Augustine trains missions teams, teaches at leadership meetings, and loves to disciple students over a good cup of coffee. Augustine also is a passionate travel enthusiast and loves to experience countries, cultures, and food. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digitaldiscipleship/support

Q&A: Asbury Revival, Women in Ministry, Gender Neutral Pronouns, Coffee History, and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2023 71:40


In this episode we tackle a special Q&A on the below questions: Reflection on the Asbury Revival Christians, Mythical Creatures & Animals Should Christians use gender neutral pronouns? Can you lose your salvation? How to be more selfless in a relationship? Faith & Feelings Dealing with the Christian Ego My Favorite Book Women in Ministry The Most Important Spiritual Gift The History of Christians & Coffee Links: Rooted - Banning Liebscher Coffee or Die (Article) My Microphone (Yeti) Be sure to check out my YouTube page for more content! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digitaldiscipleship/support

The Secret to Resiliency in Leadership

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2023 5:10


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How to Support New Moms in the Workplace

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2023 6:37


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Do women have a VOICE at the table at your organization?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2023 4:49


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HOT TAKE on Mentorship for Women

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2023 5:53


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3 Tips for Young Leaders in Ministry

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2023 6:35


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Things to think about BEFORE you subscribe to a Christian Content Creator

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2023 4:28


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Do NOT be OVER-SPIRITUAL and UNDER-DISCIPLINED

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2023 6:01


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Addressing Christian Legalism

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2023 4:52


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Stop Stressing about Your Calling

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2023 13:58


00:00 What is a "Calling?" 2:24 How to discern your calling? 4:58 Full-Time Ministry vs. Vocational Ministry 8:30 DO NOT be paralyzed by FEAR 13:33 Closing Encouragement The Intentional Year - Glenn & Holly Packiam Amazon MY MICROPHONES Desktop USB Mic USB Mic Lapel USB Mic MY PODCASTING ACCESSORIES HD 1080p Webcam Selfie Ring-Light / Tripod Electronics Carrying Case USB-C to USB Adapter Follow me on Instagram or TikTok for more creative content: @_TheRealAugDog

Addressing STRUGGLES for Women in Leadership (feat. Andrea Hyre)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2023 50:54


Andrea Hyre is the Chief Executive Officer for Paradigm Shift. She is passionate about helping people see their own leadership potential. As a graduate of Oral Roberts University with a degree in Organizational Communications and Business, most of her experience lies in team building, facilitation, training and development, strategic planning, and designing leadership content. Though originally from the Northeast, she currently resides in Tulsa, OK with her husband, Jonathan, two sons-Liam and Lorenzo and their dog, Nugget. Goal: We want to discuss both struggles and goals for women in leadership. Andrea has experienced a lot in her leadership journey and has some great insight to share to educate leaders - both men and women - so we can have a place where we empower and equip women in their leadership roles. Questions: When you think about your leadership journey, what is a leadership principle you have found to be very valuable and consistent in your leadership? What is a cultural stigma around women in leadership that irritates you? What are some of the biggest obstacles you've seen for women in leadership? How do they overcome those obstacles? What do men need to know about women in leadership? What habits do you practice to maintain healthy boundaries and rhythms in your life and leadership? What is one piece of advice you have for young women who aspire to be in leadership positions? Want to watch the podcast? Go to my YouTube channel here. 

Valuing Your Time in 2023 (my practical time management tips)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2023 12:51


Here are some practical tips I have to help you better value your time in 2023. Your time is valuable - don't waste it!    00:00 Why is Your Time Valuable?   2:35 Tip #1  4:16 Tip #2   4:31 Tip #3  6:12 Tip #4  7:56 Tip #5   10:21 Tip #6   11:54 Tip #7   12:30 Final Thoughts

SEASON 4 PROMO

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2023 0:31


Season 4 is about to be so fun! Also, check out my YouTube channel to be a part of the podcast LIVESTREAMS or to access exclusive podcast clips and weekly vlogs. I'm excited to see all the new things that God is going to do in 2023.

2023 Spiritual Growth Goals (advice for Christian young adults in 2023)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2023 65:51


If you want advice on how you can practically grow spiritually in 2023, this is the podcast episode for you. Our guest, Pastor James Neal, and Augustine discuss what spiritual growth can look like for you in the new year. We discuss the following questions: How to set spiritual goals for yourself? How to call someone out in a Godly way? How do you measure your own spiritual growth? What are ways to grow in your theological education without pursuing a Masters or Bible College? What are your tips for young leaders in ministry? How to be more disciplined in spiritual growth? With access to so many online pastors, leaders, and influences, how do you vet someone's spiritual guidance? What does the Bible say about Hell? How much should pastors be teaching on it? Follow me on Instagram or TikTok for more creative content: @_TheRealAugDog

Young Adults Q&A: Ask Us Anything!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 40:55


Join myself, Allie, Gabby and Chandler as we discuss questions that young adults sent us as we close out 2022. Stay until the end for a special challenge from each of us for you going into the new year! Questions we answer: Favorite coffee shop in Tulsa? Advice for choosing a major? How do you know when you're ready to date? What does it look like to practically guard your heart in a new relationship? How do you recommend striving for holiness, even above happiness? How do you find purpose in post-grad life? What qualities do your healthiest friendships have? What does healthy accountability look like between friends? How to have thick skin and a soft heart? How do you think artificial intelligence fits into a Christian worldview? How do you handle your own mental health issues while in being in a leadership position that will result in working with other people's mental health issues at the same time? How do you grow if you can't receive criticism without crumbling? What does healthy criticism look like? Be sure to check out clips from the podcast on YouTube: Digital Discipleship

Tips for Productivity & Rest

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 35:51


Welcome to the first episode of SEASON 4 of the Digital Discipleship Podcast. We're ending 2022 talking about tips that I have to help you grow in your productivity and rest as a young adult. Below are the questions that I answer during the podcast: What are books you recommend on rest? Are there any apps you recommend for better organization and time management? Is life less busy or more busy after college? How do you find time to rest when you're so busy? Ways to avoid physical evidence of high stress? Specifically tension and headaches? How do I recover from ministry burn out / how do I not get burnt out? Thoughts on Sabbath? Is a full day of rest possible for young people? In a culture of efficiency and productivity, how do you personally slow down mentally? Connect with me on Instagram to submit questions for the next podcast episode!

Faithful Over Famous (feat. DeWayne Crocker, Jr.)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 49:26


Join a refreshing conversation with Augustine and DeWayne Crocker, Jr as they discuss what it looks like to steward influence, lead worship with humility, and why adopting a continuous learning mentality is essential for young leaders. Discovering his love for music and performance at an early age, DeWayne has been singing since he was just five years old. DeWayne has been a household name through his local communities for quite some time, but it was not until his viral social media moments in recent years that led him to reach fans in a broader spectrum and took his music career to new heights. Since the age of 16, DeWayne has had many fortunate opportunities to travel and sing professionally, performing with and for some of the industry's best voices, musicians, and producers. In 2015, he was the youngest contestant to go on and compete in a rigorous auditioning and training process for the final contestant selection for BET's Sunday's Best, where his voice and soul impacted every judge, contestant, and spectator on set. With more than 60 million digital views across Youtube and Facebook, DeWayne has gained notoriety worldwide and has been fortunate enough to grace some of the biggest stages and platforms in the music industry. DeWayne was blessed to compete on Season 18 of American Idol in 2019. His journey on the show was so captivating that the producers asked him to return as a Comeback Candidate the following year, which elevated DeWayne's platform and passion for his faith. DeWayne uses his music not only to minister but to set a standard for his generation. "I want others to know that your dreams can become a reality. You have to stay faithful, focused, hear, and follow the path that God has laid out for you. It may not be instantaneous, but it always happens at the right time," said DeWayne in an interview on ABC. DeWayne's ministry in music has granted him some fantastic opportunities to share his voice and ministry with a variety of audiences, including being asked to sing at the wedding nuptials of Tennis legend Serena Williams and now-husband Alexis Ohanian in 2017. The star-studded event included guests such as Beyonce, Venus Williams, Kelly Rowland, and many more. He is currently a transferring junior at Oral Robert's University in Tulsa, OK. He is majoring in Biblical Literature and minoring in Business Administration. DeWayne plans to keep his faith first throughout his journey to becoming a disciplined, molded, and cultivated leader for the world.

Understand the Assignment + Special Podcast Invitation

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2022 18:20


Have you ever felt overwhelmed with the idea of “changing the world?” Do you ever question what it means for you to make a difference in your generation? Take a quick listen to a short encouragement from Augustine Mendoza about being faithful in the assignment God is giving you. Additionally, you are invited to submit the below form to be considered as a guest for the Digital Missiology Podcast. If you, or someone you know, wants to talk on the podcast about a specific career or aspect of culture then check out the form below. Guest Invitation Form: https://forms.oru.edu/view.php?id=1173113

Business & Mentors (feat. Kevin & Bri Trujillo)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 59:10


If you feel passionate and called to business then this is the podcast episode for you! Join my conversation with fellow ORU alumni Kevin & Briauna Trujillo as they share about having a Kingdom mentality in business, not feeling trapped by your college degree, and what it looks like to build great mentoring relationships.  Kevin received his undergraduate degree from ORU in Biblical Literature and currently works in commercial real estate. Briauna received her undergraduate degree from ORU in Public Relations and also earned her MSc from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and works in sales and they both reside in Scottsdale, Arizona.  Kevin Trujillo || LinkedIn  Bri Trujillo || LinkedIn

Growing Your Leadership Endurance (feat. Jimmy Shaw)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 49:16


Leadership can be demanding, hard and taxing. Join a conversation with ORU alumnus, Jimmy Shaw as we talk about how to grow in leadership endurance. If you want to run the marathon of leadership and life well, then you will definitely want to take notes from this episode.

How to be discipled? (feat. Troy Francis)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 50:01


If you want to know how to be mentored or be a part of relationships that will grow and disciple you then you need to listen to this episode with special guest ORU alumnus, Troy Francis. We discuss how to set up a mentoring relationship, what discipleship actually looks like, and how to engage your faith at work. Troy works at Compassion International and has worked in Human Resources, Information Technology, and now works in their Marketing department. He is passionate follower of Jesus, a newlywed, and lives in beautiful Colorado Springs, Colorado. Troy's list of personally recommended discipleship resources for young adults: Books • The Life of the Beloved by Henry Nouwen • Redefined by Arden Bevere • Maximized Manhood by Edwin Louis Cole • Becoming a King by Morgan Snyder • Single, Dating, Engaged, Married by Ben Stuart • The Sacred Search by Gary Thomas • Everybody Always by Bob Goff • Divine Direction by Craig Groeschel • Rooted by Banning Liebscher • Chasing Wisdom by Daniel Grothe • Power of Place by Daniel Grothe Podcasts • Leadership • Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast • THE ED MYLETT SHOW • Think Fast, Talk Smart: Communication Techniques • Rhythms for Life • Conversations with John and Lisa Bevere • Knowing Faith • Essential Church Podcast • Bridgetown Audio Podcast Other Recourses • Messenger International App • Daily Devotionals • Lectio 365 • Glorify App • Read Scripture app

Out of Compromise & Into Consecration (Pornography)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2022 26:15


In this episode, Augustine shares a bit of his story and personal testimony with pornography. There are so many people that struggle with pornography and trying to follow Jesus at the same time. In Augustine's story, he shares how he dealt with pornography and how his life was transformed and redeemed because of the goodness of Jesus.

GenZ & Missions (feat. Max Barroso)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 38:26


Join Max Barroso and I as we chat about GenZ, missions, identity, and preparation. We both are passionate about engaging GenZ with a missional mentality and lifestyle. As a young adult, what does it look like to not just "go on a missions trip" but to engage the world with your passions, hobbies, and gifts that God has given you? Max is originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina. He began his formal seminary training at the Instituto Biblico del Rio de la Plata in Argentina. He then graduated from Southwestern Christian University where he now serves on the university's Executive Committee of the Board of Regents. Max has over a decade of experience in youth ministry, discipleship, missions and leadership. He has ministered in more than 50 different nations, leads diverse missions efforts, mentors and develops leaders globally, and intentionally invests in the next generation. Since 2009, Max has served IPHC World Missions as director of The Awakening and in 2018 was also appointed as Regional Director for South America. He serves as Vice-Chairman of the Pentecostal World Fellowship World Missions Commission, in the NGN Global Cabinet for Empowered21 and is an Ordained minister in the Heartland conference of the IPHC. Max, his wife Jessica, and their children live in Edmond, Oklahoma and believe this generation will change the world! Connect more with Max on his website: www.MaxBarroso.com Follow me on social media: Instagram || TikTok || Twitter

Content Creators, Social Media & Videography (feat. Zak Bernadsky)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 35:48


If the world of digital content creation - Instagram, TikTok, videography, photography, graphic design, or learning about the newest innovations with Web 3.0 are interesting to you, then you will absolutely love this episode as we talk with Zak Bernadsky about his experience of being a content creator and how he uses his passion for digital art and media to make an impact for the Kingdom. Zak serves as the Creative Director for Victory Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He loves videography, photography, creating fun and engaging content, and watching his favorite NBA team (the Golden State Warriors). Zak Bernadsky: Instagram

Faith & Fashion (feat. Trai Elliot)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 31:28


If you are passionate about fashion or are just a naturally creative person, then this is the episode for you. Trai Elliot is the founding creator of Yakol Fashion, which is a high fashion athleisure clothing brand. Trai loves to use his passion for fashion to share the Gospel. Join our conversation about how creatives, designers, and those with a love for fashion can represent Jesus in such a unique area of expression in our culture today. Yakol Fashion: https://yakolfashion.com Trai Elliot Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/man__of__valor/?hl=en Thanks for watching and supporting! Music provided by tunetank.com ::: Follow Me on Social Media ::: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/_TheRealAugDog

Announcing The Digital Missiology Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 8:26


Welcome to the Digital Missiology Podcast where my goal is to have conversations with special guests about bringing the gospel into every aspect of culture and careers. If you are a Christian young adult who wants to learn about what it looks like to live with purpose and make a difference for the Kingdom in the world. Thanks for watching and supporting! ::: Follow Me on Social Media ::: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/_TheRealAugDog TikTok: www.TikTok.com/TheRealAugDog

Digital Missiology Podcast Trailer

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 1:25


Welcome to the Digital Missiology Podcast where my goal is to have conversations with special guests about bringing the gospel into every aspect of culture and careers. If you are a Christian young adult who wants to learn about what it looks like to live with purpose and make a difference for the Kingdom in the world. Thanks for watching and supporting! ::: Follow Me on Social Media ::: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/_TheRealAugDog TikTok: www.TikTok.com/TheRealAugDog

Social Media, Sneakers & Truth (feat. Eli Bonilla, Jr.)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 37:32


In this episode, our guest - Eli Bonilla Jr. - and I have a great time talking about how to engage in a healthy way with social media, while making the priority enjoying the adventurous life happening right in front of us. Because we're talking to an experienced "sneakerhead," we had to ask him about the secret to starting a sneaker game. Also, we dive deep into the importance of biblical literacy and knowing the Word of God for yourself. This and more in this episode of the Sonship & Sexuality Podcast! Guest Bio: Eli Bonilla Jr. is the father to two beautiful children; Novalee Grace and Ezekiel Eliezer Rafat, and husband to the legendary Alexis Gabriella Bonilla. He is an emerging leader in the Next Gen space. He serves several national networks in varied roles. He is the Next Gen Regional Co-Chair for North America with Empowered21, and he also fills the position of National Millennial Director for the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC). His full-time responsibilities are with OneHope as a Masters Fellow as a part of the Office of the President. Instagram: http://instagram.com/elibonillajr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elibonillajr?lang=en

Consecrated Authority (feat. Brandon Cormier & James Neal)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 32:59


In this episode, Pastor Brandon Cormier and Pastor James Neal give incredible insight into the theme of consecration. What does it mean to live set apart? How does our purity impact our spiritual authority? What connection does purpose have with purity? And in a world of "my truth" and "your truth," how do we stay centered on The Truth? Pastor Brandon Cormier was born in the Cajun lands of Louisiana and raised by parents who were committed to serving God and the local church. After earning his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Brandon joined Youth With A Mission for 5 months of discipleship, training in hearing God's voice, and serving on the mission fields of Calcutta, India, and Capetown, South Africa. This was a significant time that marked Brandon's heart with a burning passion for intercession and leading environments of encounter. Brandon also earned his Master of Divinity from Oral Roberts University. During that season, Brandon married his best friend, Octavia, and the two have consistently labored side by side in discipling and mentoring young people both at church and in their home. Since their beginning years of ministry, Brandon and Octavia have known that they would be involved somewhere in church ministry their entire lives. In the spring of 2018, they began to experience a “supernatural love” for Colorado Springs— the city in which all of their children were born–and where they served for five years in youth ministry. It was in that season that God made it abundantly clear that He was laying a burden for the city on their hearts. After much counsel and prayer, Brandon and Octavia made the exciting decision to obey the call of God by launching a Spirit-empowered, life-giving church in order to reach those who are far from God. September 13th, 2020, Zeal Church launched with nearly 800 people in attendance. Each weekend, over 1,000 people gather in person to know God, experience freedom, discover purpose, and make a difference! Pastor James Neal is a two time graduate of Oral Roberts University. James graduated with his undergraduate degree in Ministry & Leadership, and shortly after, received Master of Divinity degree. Upon graduating with his undergraduate degree, James married his wonderful wife Chynna – who is also a graduate of Oral Roberts University – and they both currently live in Colorado Springs, Colorado. James has been serving Pastor Brandon and Zeal Church since its' founding in September 2022, and currently serves as the Pastor of Small Groups.

Sexual Addiction & Counseling (feat. Dr. Doug Weiss)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 26:26


The first episode of 2022 starts strong with a great conversation with Dr. Doug Weiss on how young adults can live a life clean - free from addiction or bondage to pornography, masturbation, or sexual temptation. Dr. Douglas Weiss is a psychologist and the founder of Heart to Heart Counseling Center, which specializes in the treatment of sexual addicts. He has counseled with sex addicts and their partners for almost three decades. Heart to Heart Counseling Center maintains weekly 3 and 5 Day Intensives that couples fly in from all over the world to attend, dozens of weekly groups, hundreds of weekly appointments with 16 counselors on staff. Dr. Weiss personally continues to provide 5 Day Intensives at the Center. Dr. Weiss has been in recovery for over 34 years, he and all of the counselors at Heart to Heart verify their sobriety with regular polygraphs. Dr. Weiss has authored more than 40 books and offers 30 therapeutic DVDs for men, women and marriages. He is proud to be the first author to write a book for the partners of sex addicts. He's been the expert guest on numerous national shows including Oprah, Dr. Phil and Good Morning America. He has had two documentaries, Lifetime TV Network and a British documentary produced about his practice. He is also the President of the American Association for Sex Addiction Therapy (AASAT) which is a certification training program for sex addiction, partners of sex addicts, and intimacy anorexia. Heart to Heart Counseling (Colorado Springs, CO) Clean Book Clean Class

Q&A: Porn, Dating & Marriage (feat. Allie Mendoza)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 45:28


A special Q&A episode with Allie Mendoza (my wife!) where we discuss the following questions: My boyfriend is struggling with porn. Do I help? Do we need to break up? Is struggling with porn normal? How do you fight the urge to not masturbate or look at porn? How have you both prioritized sexual integrity in your marriage? What does it mean if he keeps sending mixed signals? How do you actually maintain boundaries? And how do you know which ones are essential? What did you prioritize in dating each other?

Friends & Mentors (feat. Kevin Trujillo)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 52:00


Ever wondered how to get a mentor? Or how to maintain healthy friendships over the long-term? Jump into a conversation that I have with my friend, Kevin Trujillo, as we discuss all things friendships, mentors, and how accountability is interwoven between the two.

Sonship 101 (feat. Zach Dillon)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 39:30


What is "sonship?" Is sonship applicable for both guys and girls? Why is it necessary to live with sexual integrity? What does the Bible have to say about it? Zach Dillon (Youth Pastor at Radiant Church in Kalamazoo, MI) and I talk in-depth about the vital important of living with a heart of sonship. We believe that Kingdom identity should precede Kingdom activity. We start in Ephesians 1 and then get really practical on how to live out sonship in your daily life.

Making Christian Dating Not Weird (feat. Colin Crook)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2021 52:02


PSA TO ALL CHRISTIAN YOUNG ADULTS... dating doesn't have to be weird, awkward, or crazy. Jump into a conversation with Colin Crook (eKids Director at Elevation Church in Ballantyne, NC) and I as we discuss how young men can better engage the world of Christian dating. We get practical and real, and we have a lot of fun in the process.

The Key to Freedom (feat. Keshawn Jones)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 42:18


If shame is wearing you out, this is the episode for you! Join Keshawn Jones and I as we discuss how to live a life without shame, having full confidence in Christ Jesus. The illustrations that Keshawn gives are so helpful in giving us a picture of what purity actually looks like and how the grace of Jesus doesn't just cover us, but it empowers us.

Worship & Healthy Dating Relationships (feat. Caleb Marshall)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 31:39


How do we renew our minds and keep our hearts pure in a culture that consistently bombards us with messages about what our sexuality should be? Join the conversation with Caleb Marshall, Assistant Worship Director at ORU, as we discuss how worship can be a game changer for your walk with the Lord, and how it can set you up to create healthy boundaries for your relationships.

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How to Renew Your Mind (feat. Micah Moseley & Jonah Staires)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 51:04


The Bible should be our centering and ultimate truth when it comes to discussing matters of sexuality. Join the co-hosts of the "Bringing It Back" podcast and I as we discuss what Scripture has to say about how we as Christians must renew our minds to be set on desiring God first, and how we ought to set boundaries to protect our hearts and minds. It's going to be fun, practical, and full of Scripture. Let's go.

Sex Culture, Porn & Modesty (feat. Andrea Hyre & Jaime Bofferding)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2021 50:55


Andrea Hyre & Jaime Bofferding are co-hosts for the "Trend-ish Podcast" where they cover relationships, faith, leadership, health and all-things culture. Join us for a deep dive into all things sex-culture, pornography, and modesty.

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Sexual Integrity 101 (feat. James Neal)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 30:01


What is sexual integrity? Why is it important? Join the discussion on the "why" behind living a lifestyle of sexual integrity as a follower of Christ. 

Stewarding Singleness & Sex Drive (feat. Sterling Ray & Allie Mendoza)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 46:33


Ladies! This episode was made specifically with you in mind (although the dudes can definitely learn quite a few things from listening as well). Trust me, you will want to take a lot of notes while listening to this episode! How do we steward the gift of singleness that God has given us? How do we steward the gift of our sexuality as a single person? Our guest, Sterling Ray, gives great advice that addresses both the heart and the practicality of stewardship in these two areas. Follow me on Instagram @ _TheRealAugDog || Track Credit: "Made It" - Yung Kartz

The Church & Discipleship (feat. Zach Dillon, Tara Templin, Jantzen Ryals, Keshawn Jones, Chynna Neal)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2021 20:39


Join some special guests and I in our 3-part conversation about how the Church can practically equip young adults to live with strong sexual integrity. Special Guests: Zach Dillon - Student Pastor at Radiant Church (Kalamazoo, Michigan) Tara Templin - Events Manager at ORU (Tulsa, Oklahoma) Jantzen Ryals - Student Pastor at OneChapel (Austin, Texas) Keshawn Jones - Young Adults Pastor at Victory Church (Tulsa, Oklahoma) Chynna Neal - App Developer at PushPay and Young Adults Internship Coordinator at Zeal Church (Colorado Springs, Colorado) Follow me on Instagram @ _TheRealAugDog || Track Credit: "Made It" - Yung Kartz

The Church & Pornography (feat. Zach Dillon, Tara Templin, Jantzen Ryals, Keshawn Jones, Chynna Neal)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2021 28:08


Join some special guests and I in our 3-part conversation about how the Church can practically equip young adults to live with strong sexual integrity. Special Guests: Zach Dillon - Student Pastor at Radiant Church (Kalamazoo, Michigan) Tara Templin - Events Manager at ORU (Tulsa, Oklahoma) Jantzen Ryals - Student Pastor at OneChapel (Austin, Texas) Keshawn Jones - Young Adults Pastor at Victory Church (Tulsa, Oklahoma) Chynna Neal - App Developer at PushPay and Young Adults Internship Coordinator at Zeal Church (Colorado Springs, Colorado) Follow me on Instagram @ _TheRealAugDog || Track Credit: "Made It" - Yung Kartz

The Church & Sex Drive (feat. Zach Dillon, Tara Templin, Jantzen Ryals, Keshawn Jones, Chynna Neal)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2021 38:57


Join some special guests and I in our 3-part conversation about how the Church can practically equip young adults to live with strong sexual integrity. Special Guests: Zach Dillon - Student Pastor at Radiant Church (Kalamazoo, Michigan) Tara Templin - Events Manager at ORU (Tulsa, Oklahoma) Jantzen Ryals - Student Pastor at OneChapel (Austin, Texas) Keshawn Jones - Young Adults Pastor at Victory Church (Tulsa, Oklahoma) Chynna Neal - App Developer at PushPay and Young Adults Internship Coordinator at Zeal Church (Colorado Springs, Colorado) Follow me on Instagram @ _TheRealAugDog || Track Credit: "Made It" - Yung Kartz

Addressing Purity Culture (feat. James Neal)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2021 66:46


If you're a Christian young adult, you have probably been influenced by purity culture. Join my good friend James Neal and I in a conversation where we address common misconceptions about our sexuality as Christians because of some unhealthy aspects of the purity culture movement. Things like . . . You can only be pure if you're a virgin. Women are responsible in controlling a man's lust. Sex is automatically great if you save yourself for marriage. If you remain pure, God will bless you with a "fairy tale love story." God will only love you if you are pure. We discuss these ideas in depth and bring Scripture, our experiences, our perspective, while sharing some fun stories along the way. Follow me on Instagram @ _TheRealAugDog || Track Credit: "Made It" - Yung Kartz

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