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Spiritual transformation begins with teaching students to deny themselves before they can truly follow Jesus. We've often emphasized the "follow" part without properly teaching the denial that must come first.
• The importance of denying oneself as the foundation for spiritual transformation
• How youth pastors often focus on attraction rather than transformation
• Why students need to be challenged to surrender before pursuing dreams
• Signs of authentic transformation include changed thinking and different choices
• Action after encounter is a key indicator of genuine transformation
• Small groups provide vital spaces for students to articulate their faith journey
• Simple practices like highlighted Bibles and prayer guides foster transformation
• Public declarations of faith significantly impact students' spiritual development
Whether you're a full-time youth pastor or a volunteer leader, this conversation will equip you with both theological depth and practical tools to foster lasting spiritual transformation in your ministry. What happens when students truly learn to deny themselves? The Kingdom of God comes alive.
Check out the FREE youth ministry resource Vitals for Youth Ministry by clicking below!
https://www.leadthegeneration.com/vitals
Connect with the hosts!
Eran Holt - Director of Lead the Generation
📸 - @eranholt
Caleb Leake - Youth Pastor at Allison Park Church
📸 - @calebmleake
Chapters
1. Action After Encounter (00:00:00)
2. The Car Smash Disaster (00:08:45)
3. The Foundation of Spiritual Transformation (00:17:58)
4. Identifying Transformation in Students (00:30:05)
5. Practical Steps For Youth Leaders (00:41:00)
6. Simple Practices That Transform Lives (00:49:24)
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