The Youth Room
By UPCI Youth Ministries
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5.5 Watch Your Mouth
Your tongue is tiny—but it’s shaping your entire life.
In this episode of The Youth Room, Daniel and Jordan dive into a conversation that hits home for every believer: the power of your words. From sarcastic jabs and careless DMs to gossip, complaining, and profanity—we explore why your mouth matters more than you think.
🔊 Based on Proverbs 18:21, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue,” this episode unpacks biblical truth, practical wisdom, and a call to holiness in our speech. We don’t just talk about what not to say—we challenge you to speak life, reflect Jesus, and let the Holy Spirit transform your voice from the inside out.
If you’ve ever said something you regret (and who hasn’t), this one’s for you. It’s time to stop underestimating your words and start honoring God with your speech.
👅🔥 Death and life are in your mouth. Choose wisely.
5.4 Resurrection
Easter isn’t just a once-a-year celebration—it’s the foundation of our hope, the center of our faith, and the ultimate game-changer for how we live every day. In this powerful episode of The Youth Room, we’re breaking down why the resurrection of Jesus Christ still matters in 2025 and how young Christians can walk in the reality of the empty tomb.
🎙️ In this episode, we explore:
✨ What Easter is really about beyond the chocolate and church clothes
✨ How the resurrection changes how we deal with anxiety, rejection, guilt, and fear
✨ What it looks like to live like Jesus is alive—in your school, online, and in your friendships
✨ How to share the message of resurrection hope with others
📖 Featured Scriptures:
Luke 24:1–6 – “Why do you look for the living among the dead?”
Romans 6:4 – Raised to walk in newness of life
Galatians 2:20 – Christ lives in me
1 Peter 1:3 – A new birth into a living hope
You’ll leave this episode reminded that Jesus didn’t just rise from the dead—He’s alive in you, and that changes everything.
🎧 Listen now and get inspired to live boldly in the power of the resurrection—today, tomorrow, and forever.
🙌 Share this with someone who needs the reminder: the tomb is still empty!
5.3 The Power of Encouragement
Need a faith boost? This episode of The Youth Room is all about encouragement—what it really means, why it matters, and how it can transform your walk with God and the lives of those around you. Whether you're feeling discouraged or just want to be a better friend, this conversation will inspire and equip you.
In this uplifting episode, we explore:
✨ What biblical encouragement looks like and why it’s more than just compliments
✨ How encouragement strengthens young Christians facing pressure, doubt, and comparison
✨ Powerful examples from Scripture—like Barnabas and Jesus—who used their words to build others up
✨ Simple, practical ways you can encourage others starting today
✨ How to overcome fear and insecurity when you feel prompted to speak life into someone
📖 Featured Scriptures:
Hebrews 10:24–25 – Spur one another on toward love and good deeds
Acts 4:36 – Barnabas, the son of encouragement
John 14:1 – Jesus’ words of comfort to His disciples
Whether it’s a quick text, a verse shared at the right time, or just being present for someone—your encouragement can be a lifeline.
🎧 Tune in now and discover how God can use your words to bring hope, healing, and bold faith to others.
🙏 Don’t forget to share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today!
5.2 Standing Firm in a Cancel Culture
In today’s world, cancel culture is everywhere—people are publicly shamed, pressured, or even ostracized for their beliefs. But what happens when it’s your faith that’s under fire? How do you stand strong when society tells you to sit down and stay quiet?
In this episode of The Youth Room, Jordan and Daniel dive into what it means to remain steadfast in your faith despite opposition. You’ll discover:
🔹 What cancel culture is and how it impacts Christians
🔹 Why biblical truth often conflicts with cultural trends
🔹 How to stay rooted in Scripture and stand firm with confidence
🔹 The power of responding with truth and love rather than outrage
🔹 Why expecting opposition is part of following Christ—and how to trust God through it
📖 Featured Scriptures:
- John 15:18-19 – The world’s rejection of Christ and His followers
- 1 Peter 3:15 – Defending your faith with gentleness and respect
- Romans 12:2 – Transforming your mind instead of conforming to culture
Standing firm in a cancel culture isn’t easy, but it’s worth it. When you choose to stand for Christ, you choose eternity over approval.
5.1 The Big Three
The Big Three – Starting the Year with Micah 6:8
Welcome to a new year and a new season! 🎉 In this episode, we dive into the timeless wisdom of Micah 6:8, exploring how its three principles—justice, mercy, and humility—offer a powerful framework for setting meaningful, Christ-centered resolutions.
Discover:
✨ How Micah’s message challenges us to align our goals with God’s will.
✨ Practical steps to "act justly," "love mercy," and "walk humbly" in everyday life.
✨ Why this ancient scripture still resonates in today’s world filled with injustice, division, and pride.
This isn’t just about making resolutions—it’s about living out your faith with integrity, compassion, and humility. Whether you're starting a new year, a new semester, or just seeking a fresh perspective, Micah 6:8 provides the blueprint for a life that honors God and impacts others.
📖 Featured Scriptures:
- Micah 6:6-8 – What does the Lord require of us?
- Ephesians 5:15-16 – Walking wisely and redeeming the time.
- Proverbs 4:7 – Pursuing wisdom and understanding.
Join us for an inspiring discussion that will equip you to reflect God’s justice, mercy, and humility in your own sphere of influence.
📣 Share this episode with a friend, and let’s make this year a season of purposeful living!
4.12 Trusting God in Every Season
Lindsi Walker joins hosts Daniel and Jordan for a discussion on the intersection of career and ministry. Together, they explore how to navigate mutually beneficial paths, avoid burnout while managing life’s demands, and trust God’s guidance in career decisions. Tune in for inspiring insights and practical advice on balancing faith and life’s journey.
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4.11 The Age of Envy
This episode is all about envy—what it is, where it comes from, and how we as Christians can overcome it!
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4.10 What Will You Remember?
In this episode we talk about the flaws of our human memory and just how important it is for us to remember the truth about God and His word!
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4.9 Faith AND Works
Faith and works are two very different things but they have an incredibly strong connection in Scripture.
What is the relationship between faith AND works?
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4.8 Down in the Pit
The Pit - How do we have faith and trust God when life doesn’t go our way? Does God always come through? We’re going to explore the stories of Joseph who found himself in tough spots again and again and discover what lessons he learned along the way.
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4.7 Worry or Worship?
What do you worry about? We worry about our health, our family, our grades, our future. BUT Jesus commands us "DO NOT WORRY!" So how do we live that out?
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4.6 From Fear to Faith
Earlier in this season we looked at the life and story of Esther and on this episode we want to look at another person from the Bible. Who are we are talking about? Gideon!
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4.5 Every Moment Matters
It’s easy to write off worship as something we do on Sundays or at church but the reality is that worship is so much more. Every moment of our lives is an opportunity for us to worship God.
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4.4 The OG Trash Talker
Join Daniel and Jordan in The Youth Room as they follow Elijah from one mountain to another in this pivotal season of his ministry. He was a man like us who God used with great purpose despite his fears.
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4.3 Donkeys and Palm Trees
Easter is here and then it's gone! Let's take some extra time this year to reflect on the leadup to calvary and all that God has done for us!
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4.2 God Uses Imperfect People
Ever heard of Esther? We celebrate her a lot, God used her to bring deliverance for His people! But if you looked at her resume, Esther might be caught lacking. In this episode, Daniel and Jordan discuss the story of Esther and how it applies to our lives today.
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4.1 How to Thrive Spiritually
As we start the new year, learn along with Daniel and Jordan what it will take to not only survive 2024 but truly thrive!
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3.12 The Truth About Christmas
In this episode, Daniel and Jordan uncover the origin stories of none other than... Jesus' cousin John. This is not your typical Christmas content but we know you'll enjoy discovering more about the backstory to the Christmas story.
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3.11 What Are You Thankful For?
In this episode, Daniel and Jordan explore an important aspect of Christian living that is sometimes watered down by secular culture's approach to it. We're talking about gratitude! Join us and explore what the Bible has to say about our own attitude toward God and each day He gives to us.
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3.10 Heaven or Hell?
In this episode Daniel and Jordan explore what the Bible has to say about two of the most famous places, Heaven and Hell. This is a conversation about your eternal destination. One day we will all die and enter eternity, only one question remains, will you enter on the wide or the narrow path?
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3.9 Talking to Jesus
Join Daniel and Jordan as they talk to each other about talking to Jesus. This episode is all about prayer—why we pray, how we pray, and the impact of prayer on our lives and our world!
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3.8 Sparknotes on The Gospel
In this episode, Daniel and Jordan de-mystify "The Gospel". What does this phrase mean in the Christian faith, why does it matter to you and me, and how should we respond to this message here and now?
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3.7 Stop the Scroll
In this episode, Daniel and Jordan discuss social media and question the role it plays in our lives as Apostolic young people pursuing the will of God.
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3.6 Not Just Another Book
In this episode, Jordan and Daniel dive into a topic that holds immense significance—the Bible. They explore what sets it apart from any other book, why it is considered sacred, and how understanding its unique qualities should challenge us to take action.
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3.5 How to Stay Focused on God
We live incredible distracted lives. Constantly pulled in different directions with everyone and everything begging for our attention. At the end of the day, God wants our minds to be focused on Him—is yours? In this episode Daniel and Jordan unpack what it means to focus on God, why it is so important, and how we can do it despite our busy lives.
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3.4 Who Is Jesus?
Have you ever wondered exactly who Jesus is? A spiritual figure from the past, a teacher, prophet, or something more? In this episode, Jordan and Daniel dive into what the Bible has to say on the topic and what it means for young people here and now.
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3.3 We're All In This Together
Join Daniel and Jordan for a great discussion about Unity: what it is, why it's important, and what you can do to see it come alive in your church or youth group!
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3.2 The Holy Spirit and Speaking In Tongues
This month, Daniel and Jordan discuss in-depth what it means to be "filled with the Holy Spirit", why each of us needs this experience, and what any of this has to do with what the Bible refers to as "speaking in tongues".
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3.1 First Things First
How fitting is it that we're talking about "first things" in the first episode of season three—the first episode of 2023?! This month, Daniel and Jordan explore what it means to offer God the first fruits of our Time, Treasure, and Talent.
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Welcome to Season 3
It's a New Year and along with it comes a new season of The Youth Room!
Daniel and Jordan give a quick preview of what's to come as well as an update on where we've been over the last year.
Thank you for supporting and sharing the show!
2.9 It's On You
In the last episode of Season 2, Daniel and Jordan finish off their study on the Fruit of the Spirit!
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2.8 Your Growth is Their Gain
Join us as we continue to study the Fruit of the Spirit. In this episode, Daniel and Jordan discuss Forbearance, Kindness, and Goodness. What's that first one even mean? What's the difference between the last two? Listen to find out.
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2.7 From the Inside Out
***Our sincerest apologies for the audio issues on this episode—Jordan has already ordered a new mic***
In this episode, Jordan and Daniel discuss the Fruit of the Spirit, how we can see them manifest in our lives and we even get to exploring a few of the first fruits on the list Paul lays out for the church.
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2.6 Let No One Despise Your Youth
You are part of an incredible generation of teens and young adults. God is wanting to use you in His Kingdom here and now! Paul told Timothy "Let no one despise your youth". In this episode Daniel and Jordan unpack what Paul meant by this statement and what it takes to be an example to the church despite your young age.
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2.5 How Our Relationships Shape Us
The people around you matter, sometimes more than you think. Relationships will determine your direction. Relationships can be life giving or draining. The right relationships will help you grow and mature, they will make you better. The wrong relationships can hurt you and cause you stress and pain.
In this episode, Daniel and Jordan explore what the Bible has to say on the topic of relationships.
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2.4 In the World, Not of the World
This episode speaks to the challenge of living for God in an ungodly world. How do we stay true to our beliefs beyond the four walls of the church? Daniel and Jordan talk about holiness, distinction, and how to actually live the life God calls us to.
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2.3 Why Do We Believe What We Believe?
Is there a God? Can we trust the Bible? Did Jesus really raise from the dead?
Daniel and Jordan talk about some of the reasons we can have confidence in our faith. There is a solid foundation for what we believe!
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2.2 What is God's Purpose for My Life?
Everyone ponders the question of purpose! On today's episode we unravel the mystery of mankind's mandate from God. Join Daniel and Jordan as they look at what the Bible has to say about our reason for existing. Find out not only what your purpose is but how to fulfil it as well.
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2.1 Help Me, I'm Struggling!
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Welcome to Season 2
We are so excited to be launching into a new season of The Youth Room. Together, Daniel Phillips and I (Jordan Ansley), will use our time each month to explore topics relevant to your every day lives as Apostolic young people.
As youth pastors and young adults ourselves, we've been there and done that. We've asked the same questions, wrestled with the same doubts and fears, and been faced with the same challenges as many of you. Join us each month as we unpack issues central to the lives of students and young adults today!
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1.9 Getting Good at Crisis
In this episode of The Youth Room, we're talking about crisis moments, wise decision-making, and imagining our own stories.
1.8 Student Life: It's THAT Point in the Semester
In this episode of The Youth Room, we're talking about mission in education, constructing our worldview and identity from the ground up, finding our bare minimum, and one nonconventional reason to do your discussion post.
1.7 Youth Day Recap with Nelson Rivera
In this episode of The Youth Room, we sit down with Nelson Rivera to talk about his General Conference Youth Day sermon, his pathway to ministry, his NAYC love story, and much more!
1.6 Getting to Know Michael Thomas
Welcome to the Youth Room Podcast, a podcast for youth and young adults. Today we take a little time to get to know UPCI Youth Ministries General Youth President; Michael Thomas.
1.5 All Things AYC with Seneatha Clayton
Welcome to the Youth Room Podcast, a podcast for youth and young adults. Today we sit down with Apostolic Youth Corps director; Seneatha Clayton, and discuss AYC.
1.4 Getting to Know Jeremy Stafford
Welcome to the Youth Room Podcast, a podcast for youth and young adults. Today we take a little time to get to know UPCI Youth Ministries General Youth Secretary; Jeremy Stafford.
1.3 Getting to Know DJ Hill
Welcome to the Youth Room Podcast, a podcast for youth and young adults. Today we take a little time to get to know UPCI Youth Ministries Director of Promotions; DJ Hill.
1.2 Lets Talk About Bible Quizzing with Special Guest Avery Wilson
Welcome to the Youth Room Podcast, a podcast for youth and young adults. Join us as we talk about Bible Quizzing with our special guest Avery Wilson.
1.1 Getting To Know The Hosts
Welcome to the Youth Room Podcast, a podcast for youth and young adults. Today we take a little time to get to know the hosts.