Thee Generation Podcast

Jim Van Gelderen, Bobby Bosler
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The Thee Generation Podcast is an audio resource dedicated to a generation of young people who are committed to total surrender to God and total dependence on His power to reach the world with the gospel of Jesus Christ. This podcast is designed to strengthen and encourage through a series of Bible-based, practical talks.

  1. Bobby Bosler: Your Next Mission

    4d ago

    Bobby Bosler: Your Next Mission

    After The War came to Fellowship Baptist Church, Bobby reflects on the joy of watching God use the next generation, especially as his son David recruited teens, helped in the invitation, and personally led several young men to Christ. But the episode moves beyond one exciting week of outreach to a bigger challenge from the Great Commission: every Christian has a next mission. If you have received the gospel, your next step is to grow; and as you grow, God calls you to go help others grow too. Topics Discussed The return of The War under Austin Brownlee’s leadership Watching God use young people in evangelism David Bosler recruiting teens and leading several to Christ The follow-up event after The War: “The Next Mission” Matthew 28 and the Great Commission The receiving side of the Great Commission: grow The sending side of the Great Commission: go Baptism as the first step after salvation Surrendering to God’s next step in your life Helping others take their next step without pride or condescension Depending on Christ’s presence and power to fulfill His mission Key Takeaways Every saved young person has a next step. The first step after salvation is believer’s baptism. Christian growth does not stop with one decision; God wants obedience in all things. The Great Commission is not only something you receive, but something you obey. God calls growing Christians to help others grow. You do not have to feel fully prepared before God can use you. Christ’s mission requires surrender, but it also comes with His enabling presence. God wants to use you to make a difference in someone else’s life. If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.  For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

    21 min
  2. Faith Talks: Don't Look for the Easy Road (with Terrilaina Gillmore)

    Jun 16

    Faith Talks: Don't Look for the Easy Road (with Terrilaina Gillmore)

    In this episode of Faith Talks, Anna Faith Fuller interviews Terrilaina Gillmore about her journey of faith, missions, and surrender to God’s will. From her salvation as a young girl to her burden for orphans and medical missions, Teri shares how God used His Word, missions trips, and even painful trials to make His calling clear. Her testimony challenges young ladies to stop chasing the easy road and instead follow the fulfilling road of knowing God, hearing His voice, and stepping forward in faith. Topics Discussed Teri’s salvation testimony and early desire to know God through His Word How missions trips shaped her view of the world and burden for others Her heart for orphans and how nursing became part of that calling Lessons learned through medical ministry in Ghana How God used an injury in Papua New Guinea to confirm His direction The sufficiency of God’s grace in moments of weakness The danger of worldly voices crowding out God’s Word Why young ladies must make clear decisions to follow God’s will The difference between an easy life and a fulfilling life Key Takeaways God’s will is not always easy, but it is always fulfilling. Weakness does not disqualify you from usefulness; it may be the very place where God shows His strength. God often uses trials to clarify His direction in your life. Young people must intentionally silence competing voices if they want to hear God clearly. Time in God’s Word transforms your desires, decisions, and direction. The world is not neutral, so passive Christianity is not safe Christianity. God wants to use surrendered young people in ways far bigger than they realize. If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.  For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

    17 min
  3. Satisfied: Twisted Passions—It's your Turn to Speak!

    Jun 9

    Satisfied: Twisted Passions—It's your Turn to Speak!

    In this episode of Satisfied, Ryan Swanson continues the Twisted Passions series by turning from explanation to application. For those who have experienced same-sex attraction, the question is not only “How did I get here?” but “What do I do now?” Using Ecclesiastes 4 and the picture of the threefold cord, Ryan explains the biblical importance of mutual discipleship, accountability, and outflow. He challenges listeners not to fight alone, but to share what God has used in their lives to help others pursue purity and satisfaction in Christ. Listeners who have experienced same-sex attraction are invited to anonymously share a verse, biblical truth, testimony, or practical step that has helped them at https://theegeneration.org/ssa. Topics Discussed The loneliness often felt by those struggling with same-sex attraction Why Ecclesiastes 4 speaks directly to the danger of isolation The difference between one-way mentorship and mutual discipleship How the “threefold cord” illustrates shared strength and shared responsibility The importance of personal integrity in the battle for purity Why outflow is a necessary part of Christian growth A powerful testimony from a Christian school chapel where young men began helping one another pursue purity The invitation for listeners to anonymously share what God has used to help them How testimony, Scripture, and practical wisdom can strengthen others in their own fight Key Takeaways You are not meant to face temptation alone. Mutual discipleship is not one strong person pulling up the weak, but believers strengthening one another as they walk with God. God can use the very truths He has taught you in your struggle to help someone else find hope and victory. Outflow helps turn the focus away from self and toward serving others. Even an anonymous testimony can be a meaningful first step in helping someone else become less gratified and more satisfied with Jesus Christ. Victory over deceptive thoughts starts early, before consideration turns into acceptance. Ready to download the Cord App? Find it here! Download the Satisfied Battle Plan or listen to the rest of the series here! Satisfied is a monthly program on the Thee Generation Podcast designed to offer practical tools based on biblical principles so that anyone can experience full purity and lead others to do the same. To ask questions or share testimonies, send an email to satisfied@theegeneration.org. If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.  For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

    28 min
  4. Dr. Jim: The Revival is in Here

    May 30

    Dr. Jim: The Revival is in Here

    In this episode, Dr. Jim Van Gelderen challenges young people to pray for revival, not merely as something God did in the past, but as something He still desires to do today. Reflecting on the history of revival in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, and the heart cry of Psalm 85:6, he reminds listeners that revival begins personally before it spreads corporately. True revival is not earned by human effort, but received through thirst, trust, humility, and dependence on the God who delights to revive His people. Topics Discussed The history of God’s reviving work in places now spiritually forgotten The prayer of Psalm 85:6: “Wilt thou not revive us again?” Why young people should pray for revival in their school, youth group, church, and community The Welsh revival story and the reminder that “the revival is in here” The meaning of personal revival as Christ’s abundant life in the believer Two essentials for personal revival: thirsting for God and trusting Him to work How revival produces rejoicing, truth, righteousness, and holiness from the inside out Why revival is not something we deserve, but a mercy God gives The importance of dealing honestly and biblically with sin A testimony of God moving in a Christian school camp and stirring a lifelong burden for revival The difference between simply “getting by” and living in the presence and power of God Key Takeaways Revival is not just a historical event to admire; it is a present need to pray for. Corporate revival begins with individual believers who are personally revived. A young person does not have to settle for dull, distracted, subnormal Christianity. Personal revival begins with a thirsty heart that wants God and a trusting heart that believes Him. Revival produces more than emotion; it produces truth, righteousness, holiness, and a passion for Christ. God’s reviving work is an act of mercy, not something we earn or deserve. The presence of God changes everything. When God “steps in the room,” hearts are humbled, sins are confessed, burdens are born, and lives are changed. The right prayer is still, “Wilt thou not revive us again?” If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.  For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

    16 min
  5. GoMission: Let's Go!

    May 24

    GoMission: Let's Go!

    In this GoMission episode, Mark Gillmore talks with Brother F about God’s call on his life toward Bible translation, unreached people groups, and practical involvement in the Great Commission. He shares how God moved him from living for himself to surrendering to help reach the unreached, and how the Lord gave both direction and desire as he yielded to God’s plan. The conversation also introduces Go Steps, a practical stream of ideas, testimonies, and encouragement designed to help young people take meaningful steps in missions right now. Whether through prayer, encouragement, adopting a people group, sharing testimonies, or simply refusing to get distracted from God’s call, every young person can take a step forward in the Great Commission. Topics Discussed F’s upbringing as a missionary kid Surrendering personal dreams to reach the unreached God’s direction toward Bible translation How God gives joy and desire when we yield to His will The need for Bible translation among unreached people groups Serving churches during deputation instead of merely “getting support” Practical ways young people can be involved in missions now The purpose and launch of Go Steps Encouragement through WhatsApp testimonies and email updates Adopting an unreached people group for prayer Staying focused on God’s calling instead of getting distracted Key Takeaways God’s will is not a miserable backup plan. When a young person yields to the Lord, God can give joy, desire, and fulfillment in the very calling that once seemed intimidating. You do not have to wait until you are on a foreign field to be involved in the Great Commission. God has placed you in a mission field right now, with friends, family, church, and opportunities already in front of you. Many young people care about missions, but they do not always know what to do next. Go Steps exists to help turn burden into obedience by giving practical ideas and encouragement for taking the next step. Prayer is not a small part of missions. When you pray for unreached people, God can move in ways you may not fully see until eternity. Satan wants young people to get burdened about the lost and then get distracted by the rest of life. The answer is to keep remembering your calling, take the next step, and stay on mission with Jesus. Resources Ready to take the next step in the Great Commission? Join the Go Steps WhatsApp conversation or sign up for updates to receive practical ideas, encouragement, and testimonies from young people seeking to stay on mission with Jesus. Join the Go Steps WhatsApp conversation:https://theegeneration.org/letsgo-whatsapp Sign up for Go Steps updates:https://theegeneration.org/letsgo-form Contact Brother F: letsgo@gomission.org If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.  For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

    23 min
  6. Bobby Bosler: Sitting in the Silence

    May 17

    Bobby Bosler: Sitting in the Silence

    In this episode, Bobby Bosler speaks honestly about a morning when he felt spiritually dry, empty, and numb even while preparing to preach and serve the Lord. Rather than pretending that surrendered Christians never experience seasons of silence, he reminds young people that even faithful believers can feel worn out, thirsty, and distant from God. Through prayer, worship, and Psalm 42, Bobby explains how the Lord began to turn that emptiness into spiritual refreshment. The episode encourages listeners not to panic when they feel dry, but to seek God, worship Him, and trust His promises even when the feelings do not immediately change. Topics Discussed Serving God while still feeling empty The danger of assuming spiritual people never experience dryness Why silence and numbness do not mean God has left you Depending on God’s promises when feelings do not change The connection between spiritual thirst and Psalm 42 Worshiping God in the middle of dryness Seeking God honestly instead of hiding discouragement How God can use spiritual thirst to draw your heart back to Himself Key Takeaways You can be surrendered to God and still have moments where your soul feels dry. Spiritual numbness should not drive you to discouragement, but to deeper dependence on God. God’s promises are still true even when your feelings do not immediately confirm them. The answer to spiritual thirst is not pretending, performing, or quitting; it is going to the Lord. Worship can turn your attention away from your emptiness and back to God’s worthiness. Psalm 42 reminds us that thirsting for God is not unusual, but it must lead us to seek the living God. Don’t stay in the silence. Seek His face, praise Him, and let Him meet the need of your soul. If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.  For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

    13 min
  7. Faith Talks: Faith That Fears

    May 10

    Faith Talks: Faith That Fears

    In this 50th episode of Faith Talks, Anna Faith and her husband discuss the surprising connection between faith and fear. Looking at Proverbs 1, they explain that a growing faith must be rooted in the fear of the Lord, not a terrified fear, but a reverent awe, honor, and trust in God. They especially apply this truth to a young person’s relationship with their parents. Proverbs teaches that one of the clearest ways to demonstrate the fear of the Lord is by hearing the instruction of your father and not forsaking the law of your mother. True faith is not merely spoken; it shows up in humble, practical obedience at home. Topics Discussed The connection between faith and the fear of the Lord Why Proverbs is especially written with young people in mind Proverbs 1:7 as the foundation for wisdom and knowledge The difference between sinful fear and reverent fear How honoring parents reflects a right relationship with God Why obedience and respect are spiritually beautiful The importance of building a godly track record before marriage Trusting God to work through the authorities He has placed in your life Taking action when God is working in your heart Key Takeaways A growing faith must be rooted in the fear of the Lord. The fear of the Lord is not panic or terror, but reverence, awe, honor, and trust. Proverbs teaches young people how to live wisely and make choices that lead to blessing. One clear evidence of fearing God is responding rightly to your parents. Honoring your parents is not just a family issue; it is a faith issue. A respectful, teachable spirit is beautiful and attractive in God’s sight. For young ladies preparing for the future, following and honoring their father now helps prepare them for godly marriage later. If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.  For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

    11 min
  8. Satisfied: Twisted Passions—But it Feels So Real!

    May 4

    Satisfied: Twisted Passions—But it Feels So Real!

    In this episode of Satisfied, Ryan Swanson steps back from the recent discussion on the eunuch principle to address the deeper question of why same-sex attraction can feel so real even when it does not reflect God’s design. He encourages listeners who believe God may be calling them to unmarried service to walk carefully, avoid making the calling about self-affirmation, and focus instead on undistracted service to Christ. Ryan also exposes several ways the devil can twist curiosity, idle imagination, same-gender friendship, and emotional closeness into confusion about identity and desire. Topics Discussed How to respond if you believe God may be calling you to unmarried service Why it may not be wise to publicly announce or over-explain the eunuch principle too quickly The importance of serving Christ without needing everyone else to fully understand your calling How curiosity can become confused with attraction The danger of an idle mind in a culture saturated with sexuality Why young people need parental guidance, mentorship, and spiritual counsel The difference between same-gender closeness and same-sex attraction How deep emotional bonds can be misinterpreted as sexual desire The biblical example of David and Jonathan’s deep, non-sexual friendship Why feelings must be tested by God’s Word rather than accepted as identity Key Takeaways Feelings can seem powerful and real, but they are not always truthful. The Word of God, not personal desire or cultural pressure, must define a believer’s identity and calling. A life of unmarried service is not about drawing attention to oneself. It is about being free to serve Christ with undistracted devotion. Curiosity, emotional closeness, and deep friendship are not the same thing as sexual attraction. The enemy can twist good and natural desires into confusion when they are not understood biblically. Young people should not be left to navigate sexuality and identity alone. Parents, pastors, and godly mentors have a responsibility to guide them with clarity, compassion, and truth. Victory begins by recognizing the lies of the devil and seeking the Lord for the identity He has chosen. True satisfaction is found not in being affirmed by others, but in being satisfied with Jesus Christ. Victory over deceptive thoughts starts early, before consideration turns into acceptance. Ready to download the Cord App? Find it here! Download the Satisfied Battle Plan or listen to the rest of the series here! Satisfied is a monthly program on the Thee Generation Podcast designed to offer practical tools based on biblical principles so that anyone can experience full purity and lead others to do the same. To ask questions or share testimonies, send an email to satisfied@theegeneration.org. If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.  For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

    28 min
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The Thee Generation Podcast is an audio resource dedicated to a generation of young people who are committed to total surrender to God and total dependence on His power to reach the world with the gospel of Jesus Christ. This podcast is designed to strengthen and encourage through a series of Bible-based, practical talks.

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  • Creator
    Jim Van Gelderen, Bobby Bosler
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    600
  • Rating
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    © 2016-2024 Minutemen Ministries
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    Thee Generation Podcast

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