What if the stereotypes about Gen Z are completely missing the point?

In this episode of Groundwork, Pastor Mike Collins talks with Dr. Jim DellaNeve—Boeing systems architect, Pepperdine adjunct professor, and coauthor of Working with Gen Z—to unpack what today’s youngest adults are really experiencing at home, at church, and at work.

Drawing from a national study of 800–900 Gen Z participants, Jim reveals surprising insights about work ethic, mental health, digital life, parenting trends, and what Gen Z genuinely needs from leaders, mentors, and families.

If you’re a parent, teacher, pastor, manager, or anyone who wants to understand this generation, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom.

Why many stereotypes about Gen Z don’t hold up under actual data

What growing up as “Glow Kids” (screen-immersed from birth) does to identity and anxiety

How social media reshapes comparison, FOMO, and rest

Why Gen Z values constant feedback—and thrives under clear coaching

How changes in parenting have shaped confidence, independence, and real-world readiness

Practical steps to help Gen Z build relational skills, spiritual depth, and healthy tech habits

Working with Gen Z – Santor Nishizaki & James DellaNeve

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The holidays can bring out the best in us — and sometimes, the worst in our families. One minute you’re catching up over coffee, and the next, someone’s brought up that topic — the parenting critique, the church debate, or the political zinger that changes the mood at the table. If you’ve ever wished you could walk into those gatherings with calm instead of tension, this episode is for you. Pastor Mike Collins talks with Kris Anderson, a Christian counselor from Building Bridges Christian Counseling, about how to approach family stress with wisdom and grace. Together they unpack how to set boundaries, manage triggers, and show love even when conversations get complicated.

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Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend (https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-Updated-Expanded-When-Control/dp/0310351804)

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It starts with a click… then a secret… and before long, it steals your peace, your time, and your real relationships. Pornography isn’t just a problem “out there.” It’s in our families, our churches, and our hearts. But just as there’s a way in — there’s a way out.

In this courageous conversation, Pastor Mike Collins talks with Brian Hoerning, a longtime member of Solid Ground Church and mentor with Standing Stone Ministries, about how God delivered him from decades of sexual addiction and turned his story into a ministry of hope.

Brian shares what really fuels addiction, how trauma and shame feed the cycle, and how healing begins when we bring both God and community into the struggle. This episode offers hope, practical steps, and grace for anyone caught in the trap — or walking with someone who is.

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How do we hold uncompromising convictions without becoming unloving?

Dr. Kevin W. Mannoia, Professor of Ministry and former University Chaplain at Azusa Pacific University, along with decades of global church leadership and reconciliation work, joins Pastor Mike Collins to explore how Christians can engage conversations on sexuality and culture with both compassion and clarity.

From writing The Christian Declaration on Marriage to navigating dialogues with cultural leaders and alternate perspectives, Dr. Mannoia encourages a posture of listening, humility, and relational witness. This episode challenges us to embody grace and truth in a polarized world without compromising biblical values.

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Dr. Kevin W. Mannoia — www.kevinmannoia.com

Gracefully Engaging the LGBT Conversation → https://kevinmannoiacom.wordpress.com/2021/01/29/gracefully-engaging-the-lgbt-conversation/

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What if the clutter in your home is really crowding out your heart?

In this inspiring conversation, voice actress Chris Anthony Lansdowne—best known for Adventures in Odyssey and Barbie—joins Pastor Mike Collins to explore how simplicity and organization can become a path toward freedom, faith, and emotional healing.

Chris shares how God turned her love for organizing into a ministry that helps people release the weight of “too much,” rediscover peace, and make space for what truly matters. Together, they talk about the practical side of decluttering and the spiritual truth behind it: when we clear our homes and hearts, we create margin to love others and let God move freely in our lives.

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If you’ve ever felt the gap growing between you and your kids—or if family time has turned into screen time—this conversation will bring hope, laughter, and practical guidance. Pastor Mike Collins sits down with Dr. Vance Nichols, head of Alta Loma Christian School, to unpack real-life strategies for strengthening relationships across generations. You’ll learn how to communicate through the noise, reclaim meaningful time, and anchor your family in faith that lasts.

You’ll hear wisdom drawn from 40 years of Christian education and parenting—insights on how to bridge generational language gaps, guide kids through the noise of modern culture, and rediscover the joy of connection at home.

Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or mentor, you’ll come away encouraged that God is present in every season of family life.

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What will Jesus find in your hands when He returns? In Luke 19:11–27, the Parable of the Minas calls every follower of Jesus to faithfully invest what we’ve been given. No one is empty-handed. No mina is too small. In this message, we will unpack:

✅ Why Jesus told this parable right before His crucifixion

✅ What the minas represent in your life today

✅ The difference between faith-filled obedience and fearful inaction

✅ What real accountability looks like when the King returns

Too many people settle for survival when Jesus came to give them life. Real life. Abundant life. The kind that fills your days with peace, joy, and purpose instead of fear, guilt, and burnout. Pastor Mike will issue a wake-up call this week: you don’t have to wait for heaven to begin living. Eternal life isn’t just about what happens after you die—it’s about who you’re becoming right now. If you’re tired of going through the motions, if you feel spiritually numb, if you’re ready to move from just breathing to truly living—this is the message you can’t afford to miss.

Scripture is pretty clear about Jesus’ true calling on our lives. The problem is that you may not be comfortable with it. It won’t lead you to safety or ease, but to the margins—because the poor, the overlooked, and the broken are what His mission is all about. In this message, join Pastor Mike as he reveals how stepping into that mission not only transforms lives around you, but also awakens your own purpose in ways you never imagined.

The word apocalypse can stir up images of chaos—disaster movies, crumbling cities, and a future to be feared. It’s no wonder so many people brace themselves at just the mention of it. But what if there’s more to the story than we’ve been told? In this message, Pastor Mike will uncover a surprising truth hidden in that word—something that doesn’t lead to panic, but to peace. You’ll see the apocalypse in a light you never expected, and it just might change how you face the future.