The Next Drop Off

You Can Quit Porn

Today's conversation is long overdue, especially since it concerns so many young people wanting to serve God. Many are struggling in silence, trying to be set free from an addiction that is holding them back. In this episode Gabriel Trujillo LPC, shares his story of how God is helping him fight back against the slimy monster of porn and masturbation. The burden of our message is that yes, YOU can quit porn.

In this episode:

• How porn can ruin your relationships and destroy your life calling.
• What makes porn so dangerous?
• Strategies to overcome and quit porn for good!

Info on Sex addiction and a free assessment that digs deeper:

https://new.recoveryzone.com/?sid=53

Dynamic men's ministry that is filled with resources for men and has a network of online small groups available (or in person if you live near collegedale TN). There is a link at the bottom of this page on how to set up a confidential phone call with Tom Pyke to find out more regarding joining an online men's support group.

https://blueprintformen.org/blueprint-for-men-groups/

Good introductory book on compulsive sexual behavior with a spiritual emphasis

https://www.amazon.com/Unwanted-Sexual-Brokenness-Reveals-Healing/dp/1631466720

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How I Got Here (SAU Edition) ft. Railyn Duarte

Southern Adventist University is a multi-cultural crossroads for people from all over the world. With over 2,500 students, you're bound to run into some very interesting people. This week I had the privilege of interviewing Railyn Duarte, a student from Dominican Republic. He keeps it very real as he shares the ups and downs of college life, and how God has kept him strong.

In this episode:

• How letting some responsibilities go can release stress.
• Why choosing God's path is always the best decision.
• The importance of daily total surrender to God.

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Figuring out Life w/ Joseph Khabbaz

This week's powerful episode features the story of a man who left it all to follow God's call. I had the privilege of interviewing Pastor Joseph Khabbaz, VP for Spiritual Life at Southern Adventist University. He shares how God led him to abandon a lucrative career in accounting to pursue ministry in a foreign country. There's much to learn this week, so let's dive right in!

In this episode:

• What life is like living in Australia
• How to follow God's calling on your life
• Learn the difference between a career and a calling
• Why God gives directions without details

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The Power of Private Prayer

Regardless of where you come from, God has a way to reach you, transform you, and use you as a vessel for His glory. This week's story features the incredible journey of Pastor Ken Mosley and how God brought him into ministry from the streets of LA. If there's one thing we emphasize in this episode it is the joy and power found in private prayer.

In this episode:

• How to deepen your prayer experience with God
• How fasting can help you discern God's will for your life
• The importance of actually enjoying the time you spend with God

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Suicide is Not the Answer; Jesus Is.

Welcome back everyone to season 3 of the podcast. September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and we decided to open up season 3 with the powerful story of Juelle James. She is a suicide survivor here to tell her story of how God intervened and inspire others that there is more to life than we think. Share this episode friends and family and together we can save a life.

In this episode:

• How to get out of a rut
• The importance of therapy
• How to overcome suicidal thoughts and trust in God's power

Helpful Resources:

• https://theyellowelephant.org/about/org
• https://projectsemicolon.com/
• https://www.nami.org/Home

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The Gerbil Wheel

Many people are in relationships heading nowhere but south. How do you navigate such relationships? Is it time to call it quits? Can you and your boo make it through? These questions and many more topics are candidly addressed in this week's episode featuring Heidi Perez and Abby Leigh. Enjoy!

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Single on Purpose

Sex, dating, marriage, break-ups, all this and more are coming up in our short intermission on the podcast. I feel there's a lack of guidance for young people on such topics so I decided to open up about my past in hopes of helping guide our generation in a better direction. I invited two of my good friends, Corey Johnson and Davian Copeland, to join me as we answer 3 questions:

1. Why are you still single?
2. When was your last relationship and why did it end?
3. What are 5 major things you are looking for in a young lady?

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Unexpected 2/2 ft. Andrew Park *Season Finale*

This is the official ending of season 2. In this episode we wrap up the life-changing story of Andrew Park, current president of GYC, and how God led him to complete surrender. God has a place for each of us in His service, and it's been our aim to set before you the lives of amazing people who have discovered their calling. I hope you've been inspired to Go. Discover. Accomplish whatever God has called you to do.

This week's topics include:

• How to stand firm in the midst of negative peer pressure.
• The importance of treating new believers and visitors with special care and kindness.
• How to register for this year's GYC in Phoenix, Arizona.

Andrew's Favorite Books

1. The Bible and Spirit of Prophecy (EGW Books)
2. 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey: https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful/dp/1982137274/ref=sr_1_1?crid=39XSL0WZD5VLR&keywords=7+habits+of+highly+effective+people&qid=1659579949&sprefix=7+ha%2Caps%2C200&sr=8-1
3. The Failure of Nerve by Edwin H. Friedman: https://www.amazon.com/Failure-Nerve-Revised-Leadership-Quick/dp/1596272791/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+failure+of+nerve&qid=1659580124&sprefix=the+failure+of+nerve%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1
4. Business Unusual by Johnny Wong: https://www.amazon.com/Business-Unusual-Competencies-Effective-Ministry/dp/1539844560/ref=sr_1_1?crid=OMWF1X2ZUGH9&keywords=business+unusual&qid=1659580254&sprefix=business+unusual%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-1

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Unexpected 1/2 ft. Andrew Park *Season Finale*

Have you ever heard of GYC? Have you ever attended one of their life-changing conferences? If so, then you know how the Holy Spirit has used this ministry to touch and transform young lives around the world. In this episode I interview the current president of GYC, Andrew Park. We talk about how God turned his life around and how God led him into ministry.

This week's topics include:

• How God redirected Andrew away from engineering and into full time ministry.
• The importance of choosing to live in a spiritual environment.
• Korean culture, ideals, food, and more.

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One Foot in Hell 2/2 ft. Rhonda Sandberg

This week I wrap the wonderful conversation I had with Rhonda about her journey out of the Occult and into Christ. If you missed part 1 just listen to the previous episode to get all caught up. This one surely you won't want to miss either!

This week's topics include:

• Rhonda's journey to baptism and the importance of the new birth.
• Starting over in Christ.
• Overcoming your personal fears.

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