The YA Podcast

Looking at Psalm 103 with our YA Director, we zoom in on the God who forgives, heals, redeems, remembers our weakness, shows mercy that never ends and rules over everything. Through David’s words and some real-life stories (including why watching a game from row 8 changes everything), we explore five ways to stir your heart to praise and rediscover a God who is truly more.

If you’ve ever felt like God is distant, disappointed or just “meh,” this conversation will help you see Him as Scripture reveals Him kind, merciful, faithful and greater than anything you’ve imagined. And the best news, you can know him! 

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In this episode, it's all about Lindsey Holan, our Women’s Director at Saylorville Church. We get to know her story, her heart for discipleship and what her role really looks like behind the scenes. Lindsey also shares practical ways women can get involved in serving and why investing in your local church is so vital for spiritual growth.

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Pastor Paul joins YA to talk through Psalm 34 and what we actually do with fear. When life makes us feel helpless or overwhelmed, David shows us the antidote: a greater fear - the fear of the Lord. It's about praising the Rescuer in the middle of the mess, admitting when we need help, putting God’s rescue first, listening to wise voices, and slowing down long enough to selah and remember who God really is. If you’re walking through fear right now, this one’s for you. We all need a rescue story. 

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In this episode, Brennen sits down with Jason Jackson, Discipleship Pastor at Saylorville Church. Jason shares about growing up as a missionary kid and how those experiences shaped his faith, perspective and calling to ministry. From cross-cultural lessons to the heart behind his job, this conversation gives a powerful look at how God weaves our stories together for His purpose.

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What are you chasing? Pleasure, success, relationships, experiences - the things our world says will satisfy always leave us wanting more. In this episode, guest speaker Jay Froah from Lakeside Fellowship walks through Psalm 63 and shows us that true satisfaction isn’t found in what we pursue, but in who we pursue. When your soul thirsts for meaning and purpose, only God can fill it. Jay unpacks how our souls were made to thirst for God, are satisfied by His presence, and are secure through Christ.

If you’ve been running on empty or searching for something deeper, this message invites you to stop chasing what won’t last and start seeking the One who truly satisfies.

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There’s a new elder in town! We talk all things Saylorville - how he got saved, met his wife and found his way here. He also shares how his faith has grown and what stepping into leadership looks like. It’s real, relaxed and full of stories about God’s faithfulness.

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What’s it really like to know God? In this message, Andrew Bush unpacks Psalm 23 and we discover God as our Leader, Provider, Companion and Pursuer. From green pastures to dark valleys, learn what it means to trust His path, find contentment in His presence and experience His relentless love. Life with God isn’t just the right path — it’s the good life.

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In this episode, Curtis, Lisa and Brennen sit down for a behind-the-scenes conversation to introduce the new host of the podcast and hear the stories of the YA Directors. Hear the heart behind the transition, the vision moving forward and what you can expect in future episodes.

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In one of the rawest psalms, David cries out for mercy after his greatest failure. If God could forgive him at rock bottom, maybe He can show mercy to you in your worst moments too. In this message, we explore how God’s mercy meets us in our sin, frees us to be honest, creates something new in us, and turns our mess into a testimony of His grace.

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New semester. Same Jesus. In the kickoff of our Psalms series at YA, Curtis unpacks Psalm 19 and reminds us that God reveals Himself through His world and His Word so we can trust Him in every season. Life may change, emotions may rise and fall, but God’s voice is steady—and His Word revives, guides and anchors us.

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