What happens when you stop waiting… and just say YES?

In this episode of The Youth Room (a UPCI Youth Ministries Podcast for Students and Young Adults), Levi Golden sits down with Bro. Kyle Grissom (Louisiana CMI Director) to talk about calling, purpose, and how God can use your obedience—even when you don’t feel ready.

This Christian podcast for youth dives into the powerful story behind Backyard Worship, a small youth gathering that turned into a movement impacting campus ministry in Louisiana and beyond.

If you’re a student, young adult, or youth leader trying to understand your purpose, step into your calling, or grow in your walk with God—this episode will challenge and inspire you.

KEY MOMENTS

00:00 – Intro01:10 – Meet Bro. Kyle Grissom03:15 – The start of Backyard Worship10:20 – Funny/chaotic youth moments 😂14:30 – From backyard to CMI Director19:00 – Speaking to students: answering the call23:00 – Devotional: Just say YES

KEYWORDS

Christian podcast for youth, youth ministry podcast, UPCI Youth Ministries, campus ministry, Christian motivation, finding your calling, purpose in God, youth group stories, revival stories, Christian leadership, student ministry, apostolic youth, living for God as a young person