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. Dr. Jim: The Cure for Confusion

    1D AGO

    Dr. Jim: The Cure for Confusion

    Confusion often sets in when life takes an unexpected turn—when hurt, disappointment, opposition, or spiritual attack clouds our perspective. From Psalm 71, this episode explains that the answer is not figuring everything out but choosing to trust the Lord. Focusing on confusion only deepens it, but fixing our eyes on Christ steadies the heart because God remains sovereign over every secondary cause. True deliverance comes not through self-effort but “in thy righteousness,” as Christ’s enablement is expressed through dependent obedience and moment-by-moment reliance on Him. Topics DiscussedPsalm 71 and the problem of spiritual confusionHow focusing on hurt, frustration, or disappointment multiplies itTrust as the biblical cure for confusionGod’s sovereignty over secondary causes and difficult circumstancesDeliverance “in thy righteousness”Dependent obedience and Christ’s supernatural enablementPassive deliverance from sin’s powerPeter walking on the water as an illustration of misplaced focusLiving by continual divine interventionKey TakeawaysWhat you focus on will shape your spiritual experience.Trust displaces confusion because it rests in God’s character, not circumstances.God is at work even when events seem contradictory or painful.Self-dependent righteousness cannot deliver; Christ’s righteousness can.The Christian life is lived through total surrender and total dependence. 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.

    12 min
  2. GoMission: When God Shares His Heart (with Brother Erik)

    FEB 7

    GoMission: When God Shares His Heart (with Brother Erik)

    This GoMission episode explores what happens when God shares His heart for a people and invites someone to join Him in His work. Erik recounts how God burdened him for France through prayer, compassion, and tears, long before any plans were made or steps were taken. The conversation highlights God’s active work in a spiritually dark nation and shows how shared compassion often becomes the pathway to disciple-making and lasting fruit. Topics DiscussedWhat it looks like when God shares His heart for lost peopleCompassion as an invitation into God’s missionEarly preparation God uses later in lifeThe spiritual condition of France and its searching cultureIntercession, prayer, and burden for a nationDiscovery-style Bible studies and disciple-makingMoving ministry beyond pastor-centered modelsLay missions and nontraditional paths to the fieldTrusting God’s leading regardless of life stageKey TakeawaysWhen God shares His heart, He often begins with compassion before directionA burden for the lost is not emotionalism but spiritual alignmentFrance is spiritually dark yet deeply thoughtful and searchingDisciple-making flourishes when believers engage Scripture personallyObedience does not require a traditional missionary pathwayIt is never too late to respond to God’s invitationDo you have a story of gospel advance or a burden for a specific people group? We’d love to hear it. Whether it’s a few sentences or a detailed update, send it to gomission@theegeneration.org. GoMission, hosted by Mark Gillmore, is a monthly missions-focused program that introduces young people to the people, stories, and opportunities God is using around the world to build His church. 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.

    33 min
  3. Bobby Bosler: Don't Choke!

    FEB 1

    Bobby Bosler: Don't Choke!

    In this episode, Bobby Bosler warns young people about a subtle but deadly danger to a fruitful Christian life. Drawing from Jesus’ parable of the sower in Luke 8, he explains how believers can genuinely hear God’s Word, step forward in obedience, and yet still fail to bring fruit to maturity. The problem is not lack of desire, but the slow choking effect of everyday pressures, money, and pleasure-driven living. Topics DiscussedThe parable of the sower and its application to believersWhat it means to “go forth” without bearing lasting fruitHow the cares of life quietly suffocate God’s callingRiches, debt, and financial pressure as spiritual choke pointsPleasure and comfort as false motivators, even in ministryLearning to cast care on the Lord instead of carrying it aloneWhy fruitfulness requires endurance, not excitementKey TakeawaysObedience can be sincere and still become unfruitful if unchecked pressures dominateCares are unavoidable, but carrying them instead of casting them is deadlyMoney can choke God’s work whether it is pursued or poorly managedPleasure is a terrible compass for life decisions, even spiritual onesGod’s calling flourishes in surrender and dependence, not comfort 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.

    27 min
  4. Faith Talks: Faith that Remembers

    JAN 25

    Faith Talks: Faith that Remembers

    In this Faith Talks episode, Anna Faith is joined by her husband Jonathan “Boogie” Fuller to explore how faith grows not only by looking ahead, but by intentionally looking back. Drawing from Scripture and personal experience, they explain how remembering God’s past faithfulness strengthens trust in Him for the present and future. The conversation emphasizes the danger of spiritual forgetfulness and the life-giving practice of rehearsing what God has already done. Topics DiscussedThe theme verse of the episode: 1 Samuel 12:24 and the call to consider God’s worksThe biblical danger of forgetting God’s faithfulness, illustrated through Israel’s historyHow remembering past deliverance fuels present trust and future obediencePersonal examples of choosing faith over fear in major life transitionsJournaling as a practical, accessible tool for remembering God’s workSimple, realistic ways to build a habit of reflection and remembranceHow recorded testimonies can encourage both future you and future generationsKey TakeawaysForgetfulness is one of the greatest threats to a healthy Christian lifeRemembering what God has done in the past builds confidence to trust Him nowFaith is strengthened by intentionally rehearsing God’s works, not just experiencing themJournaling does not need to be complicated to be spiritually effectiveSmall, consistent habits of reflection can have long-term spiritual impactGod’s faithfulness in past seasons becomes fuel for faith in uncertain onesFaith Talks is a monthly program on the Thee Generation Podcast designed to help young ladies grow in faith and live it out daily. Have a question for the Faith Twins or our guest? Email faithtalks@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.

    18 min
  5. Satisfied: Twisted Passions—Was I Born this Way? (1/2)

    JAN 18

    Satisfied: Twisted Passions—Was I Born this Way? (1/2)

    In this episode, Ryan and Stephanie Swanson address one of the most common and emotionally charged questions surrounding homosexuality: “Was I born this way?” Drawing from Scripture, personal counseling experience, and an anonymous testimony, they explain why this question often becomes a stumbling block rather than a starting point for truth. The episode emphasizes the role of thought life, cultural influence, and “vain imaginations” in shaping identity, while pointing listeners back to God’s created order and the freedom found in aligning our thinking with His truth. Topics DiscussedWhy the “born this way” question often derails meaningful gospel conversationsThe influence of environment, culture, and suggestion on identity formationAn anonymous testimony illustrating how wrong thinking can take root at pivotal momentsSocial media, affirmation culture, and the normalization of identity confusionBiblical analysis of vain imaginations from 2 Corinthians 10 and Romans 1The danger of “considering” thoughts that contradict God’s revealed truthPractical counsel for rejecting intrusive or accusatory thoughtsGod’s design for men and women and the simplicity of His created orderKey TakeawaysYou are not obligated to consider thoughts that contradict what God has already made clearIdentity confusion often begins with unchecked imagination rather than conscious rebellionCultural affirmation does not equal moral truthScripture calls believers to actively cast down thoughts that oppose the knowledge of GodFreedom begins by agreeing with God, not endlessly analyzing feelingsVictory over deceptive thoughts starts early, before consideration turns into acceptanceReady 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.

    33 min
  6. Dr. Jim: The Letter Kills

    JAN 11

    Dr. Jim: The Letter Kills

    This episode addresses a tension many believers feel but rarely understand: why truth, rules, and even Scripture can feel lifeless or oppressive. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 3, Dr. Jim explains that the issue is not the Word of God, but the absence of dependence on the Spirit of God. True Christianity is not self-powered obedience but Spirit-empowered life. Topics DiscussedThe meaning of “the letter killeth, but the Spirit giveth life”Why truth without the Spirit produces frustration rather than transformationHow rules and standards provoke rebellion when divorced from graceThe difference between self-effort Christianity and Spirit-enabled obedienceWhy the solution is not rejecting the Word, but relying on the SpiritKey TakeawaysThe Bible is never the problem; dependence on self is.Obedience without the Spirit leads to defeat, not freedom.The Spirit gives life to truth, enabling joyful, willing obedience.Christianity only works when Christ Himself is the source of power.Real freedom comes through surrender and faith, not self-discipline alone. 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 for the New Year (with Judson "Faith")

    JAN 4

    Faith Talks: Faith for the New Year (with Judson "Faith")

    In this Faith Talks episode, Janna and Judson "Faith" reflect on what it means to begin a new year marked not merely by resolutions, but by genuine steps of faith. Drawing primarily from Colossians, they explain how biblical faith is rooted in knowing who God is, trusting His promises, and allowing His Word to shape daily decisions. Rather than chasing comfort or vague spiritual goals, listeners are encouraged to let Scripture dwell richly in their hearts so faith can actively walk forward in real life. Topics DiscussedWhy Colossians begins with truth before commands and how that shapes obedienceFaith as a walk grounded in God’s character, not feelings or circumstancesLetting the peace of God rule, even in uncertainty, trials, or pressureThe role of Scripture in overcoming temptation and spiritual battlesUnderstanding identity in Christ and resisting lies with biblical truthDiscerning God’s will through knowing His heart in His WordClosed doors, God’s timing, and trusting Him for miraculous openingsPractical ideas like claiming verses, “I am in Christ” statements, and intentional prayer for faith stepsKey TakeawaysFaith for the new year is not primarily about goals but about obedient steps rooted in truth.Knowing who God is precedes trusting what God asks you to do.Scripture is essential fuel for peace, victory over temptation, and clarity in God’s will.Believers are already complete in Christ and are called to live out that reality by faith.A meaningful spiritual resolution is to say yes to God’s Word and walk accordingly, whatever the year may bring.Faith Talks is a monthly program on the Thee Generation Podcast designed to help young ladies grow in faith and live it out daily. Have a question for the Faith Twins or our guest? Email faithtalks@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.

    24 min
  8. GoMission: Obedience to the Hard Places (with Brother David)

    12/27/2025

    GoMission: Obedience to the Hard Places (with Brother David)

    In this GoMission episode, Mark Gillmore sits down in eastern Uganda with Brother David, a Kenyan missionary serving among the Pokot and Karamajong people of the Karamoja region. Living among nomadic cattle herders in a harsh and often hostile environment, Brother David shares how God burdened his heart to bring the gospel to an unreached people group marked by violence, animism, and deep spiritual darkness. Without financial backing and with great personal sacrifice, he obeyed God’s call and has seen over 150 believers baptized and a growing local church planted in one of the hardest mission fields in East Africa. Topics DiscussedLife and culture among the Pokot and Karamajong peopleNomadic living, cattle identity, and spiritual strongholdsAnimism, spirit worship, and resistance to the gospelBrother David’s salvation testimony and calling to missionsObeying God without funding or institutional supportDaily evangelism and discipleship, not event-based ministryLiving with the people to reach the peopleTeaching illiterate communities and oral discipleshipBaptism, church planting, and steady gospel fruitSacrifice, perseverance, and joy in obedienceKey TakeawaysThe gospel often advances fastest in places others avoid.Obedience to God’s call matters more than comfort, safety, or support.True missions work is relational, daily, and deeply incarnational.Spiritual strongholds rooted in culture require patience and discipleship, not shortcuts.God does not need ideal conditions to build His church.The value of a single soul outweighs personal sacrifice.Do you have a story of gospel advance or a burden for a specific people group? We’d love to hear it. Whether it’s a few sentences or a detailed update, send it to gomission@theegeneration.org. GoMission, hosted by Mark Gillmore, is a monthly missions-focused program that introduces young people to the people, stories, and opportunities God is using around the world to build His church. 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.

    18 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
    592
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2016-2024 Minutemen Ministries
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    Thee Generation Podcast

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