LifeWay Student Ministry Podcast
he LifeWay Student Ministry Podcast is designed to encourage and inform student ministry leaders at every level. Each episode Ben Trueblood will join with student ministry leaders and guests to talk about issues, both practical and philosophical, relating to student ministry and leadership. Our goal is to encourage student ministry leaders serving in the local church and to share insights learned from the student ministry community at large. Check out more from LifeWay Student Ministry and join in the ongoing student ministry conversation at www.lifeway.com/studentministry.
Episode 209: Black Friday Student Ministry
In this episode, Ben and John Paul talk about Black Friday and how it relates to student ministry. Black Friday is all about big items at huge discounts, but what […]
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Episode 208: Leftover Thanksgiving Games
In this episode, Ben and John Paul talk about their favorite leftover Thanksgiving foods and what student ministry games could be played with all of the leftovers. Ben Trueblood […]
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Episode 207: How to find Soul Care and Coaching as a Student Pastor
In this episode, Ben talks with Zac Workun about how to find soul care and coaching as a student pastor. Here are the resources mentioned in the podcast. LifeWay Students […]
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Episode 206: Finding Hope in Suffering with Erik Reed
In this episode, Ben and John Paul talk with Erik Reed, camp pastor and pastor of The Journey Church in Lebanon TN. Erik talks about how he developed a theology […]
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Episode 205: Creating a Culture of Students Sharing the Gospel
In this episode, Ben and John Paul talk about how to create a culture where students share the Gospel on a regular basis. Ben Trueblood Ben serves as the […]
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Episode 204: Student Ministry Goals
In this episode, Ben and John Paul talk about how to measure and set goals in student ministry. Ben Trueblood Ben serves as the Director of Student Ministry for […]
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Episode 203: Sermon Prep
In this episode, Ben and John Paul talk about how they prepare a sermon, what resources they use, and the time frame of each. Ben Trueblood Ben serves as […]
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Episode 202: Something Needs to Change
In this episode, Ben and John Paul talk with David Platt about his new book and Bible study Something Needs to Change. David Platt talks about what he has learned […]
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Episode 201: Why Self-Leadership Matters
In this episode, Ben and John Paul talk with Brent Crowe from Student Leadership University about why self-leadership matters. Ben Trueblood Ben serves as the Director of Student Ministry […]
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Episode 200: The 200th Podcast Episode
In this episode, Ben and John Paul celebrate student pastors across the world who make an impact each and every day in the lives of students. Ben Trueblood Ben […]
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Episode 199: Lessons from the Sideline
In this episode, Ben talks with producer Nathan about lessons that he has learned through officiating sports that transfer into the world of student ministry. Ben Trueblood Ben serves […]
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Episode 198: Leading from the Second Chair
In this episode, Ben talks with producer Nathan about leading from the second chair. All student pastors are in support roles at some level and knowing how to operate in […]
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Episode 197: 8 Critical Domains of Leadership
In this episode, Ben talks with Jeff Wallace of Student Leadership University on the eight critical domains of leadership. Ben Trueblood Ben serves as the Director of Student Ministry […]
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Episode 196: ETCH: Family Ministry
In this episode, Ben talks with Jana Magruder and Chuck Peters about the upcoming ETCH Family Conference. Learn how you can implement a family ministry plan for your church. Ben […]
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Episode 195: 3 Crucial Roles of a Student Pastor
In this episode, Ben and John Paul talk about three crucial roles of a student pastor. Switching between these roles is a vital part of your success as a student […]
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Episode 194: Developing Invested Leaders
In this episode, Ben and John Paul talk with Todd Adkins about how to develop invested leaders in your student ministry. Ben Trueblood Ben serves as the Director of […]
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Episode 193: Creativity in Student Ministry
In this episode, Ben, John Paul, and Mary Margaret talk with Andrew Hudson about how creativity can be an important part of your ministry. Ben Trueblood Ben serves as […]
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Episode 192: Understanding A Generation Saturated by Social Media
In this episode, Ben, John Paul, and Mary Margaret talk with Chris Martin about social media and the impact it has on students today. Ben Trueblood Ben serves as […]
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Episode 191: The Unseen Side of Ministry
In this episode, John Paul and Mary Margaret talk about the unseen side of ministry. Ben Trueblood Ben serves as the Director of Student Ministry for LifeWay Christian Resources […]
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Episode 190: Creating A Culture to Ask Tough Questions
In this episode, John Paul, Mary Margaret, and Andy McLean talk about the importance of creating a culture for students to ask tough questions. “55% of students who left the […]
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Episode 189: 5 Mistakes New Student Pastors Make
In this episode, Ben and Mary Margaret talk about five mistakes new student pastors make. You will never have a mistake-free leadership experience. Hopefully, you will avoid mistakes by learning […...
Episode 188: Preparing for Campus Ministry this Fall
In this episode, Ben and Mary Margaret talk through how to prepare for campus ministry this fall. Ben Trueblood Ben serves as the Director of Student Ministry for LifeWay […]
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Episode 187: The Importance of Friends in Ministry
In this episode, John Paul and Mary Margaret talk about the importance of friendships when serving in ministry. Ben Trueblood Ben serves as the Director of Student Ministry for […]
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Episode 186: Like It or Spike It Summertime Edition
In this episode of Like It or Spike It, John Paul Basham and Mary Margaret West talk about some of their favorite summertime activities. Ben Trueblood Ben serves as […]
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Episode 185: 7 Ways to Get Rest this Summer
In this episode, Ben Trueblood, John Paul Basham, and Mary Margaret West talk about 7 ways to get rest this summer. Summer can be an extremely busy season so it […]
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