Maverick University

Maverick University

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Maverick University episodes

  • Urgency vs. Skepticism: Contrasting First & Second-Generation Christianity

    In this edition of Maverick University, Pastor Phil Cavanaugh, Co-Pastor of Northwest Bible Baptist Church and Dean of Students at Providence Baptist College, delivers a special Thanksgiving-themed challenge. Pastor Cavanaugh contrasts the urgency of first-generation Christians with the skepticism of second-generation Christians. He also gives five tenets of success that can lead young second-generation Christians through their years of skepticism to one day buy truth.  

    Tenets of Success: 1. Love the Word of God 2. Have a prayer life 3. Be obedient to God-given authority 4. Have respect for God and who and what He has placed in your life 5. Be thankful!

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    21 min
  • Involving Youth in the Ministry
    In this edition of Maverick University, Bro. Austin Merriott, Youth Pastor of First Baptist Church in Dwight, IL, recounts how he became involved in ministry from a young age. He also discusses how pastors, youth pastors, and parents can help their young people be involved in ministry by taking advantage of different opportunities.

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    19 min
  • The Influence of Youth Activities
    In this edition of Maverick University, Bro. Austin Merriott, Youth Pastor at First Baptist Church in Dwight, IL, stresses the importance of teen activities, camps, and conferences and how they can influence a youth group in bringing revival to an entire church.

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    20 min
  • Greeting First-Time Guests
    In this edition of Maverick University, Bro. Jason Krykewycz, Assistant Pastor of Solid Rock Baptist Church in Berlin, NJ, highlights the importance of engaging each guest who comes to church. Bro. Krykewycz explains the role of each member of a “First Impressions Team” and how to eliminate losing contact with visitors.

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    20 min
  • Hosting a Youth Conference
    Youth Pastor Jonathan Roberson discusses the work involved in planning and hosting a youth conference. He discusses the importance of recruiting volunteers to help and goes over many behind-the-scenes details that are helpful to keep in mind while planning any kind of youth or church event.

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    21 min
  • Planning Youth Activities
    Bro. Jonathan Roberson, Youth Pastor of First Baptist Church in Clinton, IL, gives some practical advice concerning youth group activities. Bro. Roberson gives attention to planning, building comradery, fundraising for, and balancing the spiritual in each activity.

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    17 min
  • Overcoming Your Youth
    In this episode, Bro. Jonathan Roberson, Youth Pastor of First Baptist Church in Clinton, IL, teaches about overcoming the challenges that come with being young and in the ministry by possessing work ethic, having credibility, and getting wisdom. He also emphasizes that one can embrace his youth and yet can be great in influence to everyone around him.

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    17 min
  • When the Pastor Is Your Dad: Caring for Your Pastor as the Assistant
    Bro. Jonathan Roberson, Youth Pastor of First Baptist Church in Clinton, IL, explains the unique opportunity he has to to serve in the ministry with his father. Bro. Roberson teaches how an assistant pastor can be a blessing to the pastor by recognizing special events, sharing in ministry burdens, and by adding to the pastor’s ministry.

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    17 min
  • From Youth Pastor to Pastor
    Pastor Johnny Chae, of Heritage Baptist Church in Corpus Christi, TX, recounts how he transitioned from the youth pastor to the pastor of the church. Pastor Chae teaches how his perspective and responsibilities changed during this time. 

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    22 min
  • Lessons on Youth Ministry for the Teen and Youth Pastor
    Pastor Johnny Chae, of Heritage Baptist Church in Corpus Christi, TX, shares some things he wished he had learned as both a teenager in the youth group and as a youth pastor. Pastor Chae challenges youth pastors with how to help their pastor in his role as well as how to handle different types of teenagers within the youth group. He also encourages those investing in young people to not give up and to try different ways of reaching them. 

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    18 min

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Maverick University is an online audio resource of practical helps taught by ministry-minded Christians. During 15-20 minute sessions with various ministry guests, we cover a broad range of topics…