The YA Podcast
Welcome to the YA podcast where we will tackle conversations surrounding the crazy, exciting, weird, and tough moments of being a Young Adult. We believe Jesus informs these moments and we hope to bring a biblical perspective to encourage you, push you, and inspire you to growth, leadership, and being more like Jesus.
Episodes
82 episodes
ep. 081 - YA NITE - Living in Freedom of the Spirit
In this YA message, Pastor Jerrod Leonard dives into Galatians 5 with a powerful call to live in true freedom—not the kind that indulges the flesh, but the kind that comes from walking by the Spirit. What does real freedom look like in your lif...
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ep. 080 - YA NITE - True Freedom as Sons & Daughters
What does it mean to be truly free? In this episode, we dive into Galatians 3 & 4 ,with Colton Willey, to explore how the Gospel offers a freedom unlike anything the world promises. While culture defines freedom as living without constraint...
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ep. 079 - YA NITE - Living Out Our New Identity
Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of trying harder, failing, and feeling unworthy? In this episode, we unpack the rest of Galatians 3 with Andrew Bush, the High School Director at Saylorville Church, and see Paul’s bold contrast between the...
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ep. 078 - YA NITE - Desperate for God
Have you ever felt like you needed to do more to earn God’s love? Like being a good Christian depended on your effort? In this episode, we dive into Galatians 3 continuing in our YA series No Other Gospel with Colton Willey, o...
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ep. 077 - YA NITE - The Cost of Hypocrisy and the Power of Justification
Fear has the power to derail our faith, weaken our witness, and lead to failure. In this episode, we dive into Galatians 2:11-21, where Peter’s fear of people led him into hypocrisy—contradicting the very Gospel he preached. Curtis, our ...
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ep. 076 - YA NITE - The Gospel That Changes Lives
Real change isn’t about trying harder—it’s about surrender. In this episode, we explore Galatians 1:11–2:10 and how the true Gospel doesn’t just modify behavior but completely transforms lives. Jason Jackson, the Discipleship Pastor at S...
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ep. 075 - YA NITE - No Other Gospel
In this episode, our YA Director kicks off our spring series No Other Gospel by diving into Galatians 1:1-10. Do you have urgency for the one true gospel? This week, Curtis helps us uncover how easy it is to drift into a false go...
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ep. 074 - YA NITE - POV: The Truth About Self-Love
The world says, “Love yourself.” The Word says, “Love God and love others.” In this thought-provoking night with young adults, our lead pastor, Pastor Pat Nemmers challenges the modern obsession with self-love and explores the dangers of making...
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ep. 073 - YA NITE - POV: Faith & Politics
In this episode, we dive into how the young adult can approach politics through a biblical lens. Our Connections Director, Colton Willey, explores what it means to honor authority—even when it challenges us—and why our testimony of Christ's lov...
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ep. 072 - YA NITE - POV: True Love & Relationships
Men’s Ministry Director Kyhl Pearson dives into a crucial topic: relationships. Drawing from personal experiences, Biblical wisdom, and real questions from today’s culture, Kyhl addresses love in relationships and the common lies that drive us ...
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ep. 071 - YA NITE - POV: Anxiety
The nagging "what if" in your heart. The constant second-guesses. The overwhelming hopeless feeling. That paralyzing panic. According to the 2023 census 49% of adults age 18-24 reported anxiety and depression symptoms. To fight against the "wha...
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ep. 070 - YA NITE - POV: Purpose & Fulfillment
What makes you happy? What brings you fulfillment? These are big questions. In order to find your true purpose, in order to find your true identity, you find in the Bible that one must first encounter Jesus. Study John 3 with us as we loo...
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ep. 069 - YA NITE - POV: The Authority of the Bible
Your point of view directly impacts your interaction with the world around you and your thoughts and emotions. Your reality is shaped by your point of view. At the first Thursday in September, we welcomed Colton Willey to share truth from Psalm...
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ep. 068 - The Young Adult & Politics
In this episode, we speak with Zach Dalluge about navigating the challenging intersection of faith and politics as a Christian believer. Join us as Zach shares his personal journey, insights, and advice on maintaining integrity and faith while ...
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Season 4
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Episode 68
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ep. 067 - Death to Life: AJ Lux
In this episode, we sit down with AJ, who shares his journey from attending a Christian school to finding his faith after moving to Des Moines. Join us as AJ discusses the impact of his Christian testimony and the challenges of maintaining his ...
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Season 4
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Episode 67
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47:26
ep. 066 - Money, Money, Money
Discover practical tips and biblical insights on managing money wisely as we chat with Caleb Fisher, a regular guy, about financial stewardship for Young Adults, navigating common challenges while avoiding the love of money!
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Season 4
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Episode 66
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ep. 065 - Learning from Gen-Z(eal)
What does it look like to grow up in a world of social media, cell phones, and Jesus? Listen to Emily Rotert and her perspective on the next generation, Gen-Z!
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Season 4
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Episode 65
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ep. 064 - Dating & Singleness (Pt 2)
Connor sits down with Hannah DeCleene and Curtis Johnson to talk about their own personal dating histories and what they have to say about dating and singleness as young adults.
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Season 4
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Episode 64
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ep. 063 - Dating & Singleness (Pt 1)
Connor sits down with Hannah DeCleene and Curtis Johnson to talk about their own personal dating histories and what they have to say about dating and singleness as young adults.
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Season 4
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Episode 63
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47:52
ep. 062 - Death to Life: Jacob Bear
Jacob Bear wanted to be the best rock climber he could be, yet he could not always control the outcomes. Listen to this college student’s battle for control and his discovery of a loving God.
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Season 4
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Episode 62
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52:26
ep. 061 - Q&A with YA
A Q&A episode with questions asked by all young adults including topics like dating, friendship, church, fasting and more.
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Season 4
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Episode 61
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57:26
ep. 060 - Death to Life: Nick Long
Listen to the awe-inspiring story of Nick Long. He has been able to plan and predict the majority of his life until September 25, 2023. Listen and find out!
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Season 4
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Episode 60
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ep. 059 - Learning to Transition
Listen to Zach and Julia Dalluge discuss life’s big transitions. When life begins to change trusting God is the key. But the question is how? Listen and find out!
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Season 4
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Episode 59
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