Thee Generation Podcast

Ryan wrestles with a piercing question sparked by Charlie Kirk’s testimony: Are we actually called to purity—or is purity the assumed condition of a life on mission for Christ? Drawing from Kirk’s own words about victory over pornography and Psalm 97:10, Ryan reframes purity not as an end in itself but as the necessary overflow of loving Jesus and pursuing His calling with focus.

• Purity vs. purpose: which is the calling and which is the condition
• Lessons from Charlie Kirk’s testimony and focus
• The danger of letting the “fight for purity” become a lifelong distraction
• Practical safeguards (accountability, tech tools) in their proper place
• Psalm 97:10 and hating evil as an expression of loving God
• Moving from abstinence-mindset to satisfaction in Christ
• Simultaneously growing in purity while stepping into God’s mission

• Purity is not the destination; it’s the runway for a Spirit-led life on mission.
• A life that can “comfortably accommodate” impurity is misaligned with calling.
• Tools and accountability help, but transformation flows from loving Christ first.
• Get on mission now; don’t postpone obedience until you feel “fully pure.”
• As love for Christ increases, purity increases—because there’s more of you reserved for Him.

• Charlie Kirk’s original interview: Listen
• Covenant Eyes — accountability software for purity

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Download the Satisfied Battle Plan or listen to the rest of the series here!

Satisfied is a monthly program on the Thee Generation Podcast designed to offer practical tools based on biblical principles so that anyone can experience full purity and lead others to do the same. To ask questions or share testimonies, send an email to [email protected].

If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.

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Charlie Kirk’s memorial service wasn’t just a cultural moment—it became a global platform for the gospel. In this episode, Dr. Jim Van Gelderen, Ryan Swanson, and Bobby Bosler reflect on what they saw and heard: clear gospel preaching, thousands standing in bold public response, and a generation stirred by urgency. Together they unpack Charlie’s testimony of bold gospel witness and challenge young people to embrace clarity, courage, and Spirit-led risk without delay.

• Firsthand report of Charlie Kirk’s memorial from inside the stadium
• Pastor Rob McCoy’s bold gospel invitation and its impact
• Over a thousand public responses and the power of clear calls to action
• Why declarations of faith drew the loudest cheers
• The legacy of bold gospel witness in a postmodern world
• Urgency, risk, and grassroots Christianity for the next generation

• Clarity resonates. The gospel cuts through politics and emotion when spoken plainly.
• Boldness multiplies. Courage at the microphone encourages courage in the crowd.
• Decisions need discipleship. QR codes and follow-up show faith steps matter.
• Now is the time. Delayed obedience is disobedience—urgency defines a bold gospel witness.

If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.

For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

In this GoMission episode, Mark Gilmore sits down in Uganda with Ayi Cira Masenzio, a man once devoted to Catholic tradition and alcohol, but transformed by the power of the gospel. Saved through the simple preaching of Matthew 11:28, he was called of God to cross into South Sudan as a missionary. Since then, he has planted twenty-seven churches, discipled leaders, and experienced God’s miraculous protection through ambushes, arrests, and even landmines. His story is a vivid reminder that God can use anyone, at any age, who will walk by faith.

• Ayi Cira Masenzio’s testimony of salvation out of Catholic tradition
• His transformation from catechist and drunkard to bold preacher of the gospel
• The calling to missions at age forty-eight
• Planting twenty-seven churches across Uganda and South Sudan
• The simple model of discipleship, fasting, and prayer that led to multiplication
• God’s protection from ambushes, imprisonment, and landmines
• The courage to keep preaching despite opposition and danger
• The reminder that missions is not just for the young—God calls and uses older believers too

• The gospel changes lives—even the most unlikely can be saved.
• Church planting flows from prayer, discipleship, and Spirit-led obedience.
• Every new church planted is an act of faith that requires courage.
• God protects His servants until their work is done.
• It’s never too late to obey God’s call—He can use you at any stage of life.

If you have your own unique story of gospel advance or if you sense God leading you toward a particular people group, we’d love to hear about it. Even if it’s just a sentence or two, share what God is doing in an email to [email protected].

GoMission, hosted by Mark Gillmore, is a monthly, missions-focused program designed to expose young people to the people, stories, and opportunities happening across the globe in the world’s harvest fields.

If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.

For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

Many young people measure their Christianity by boxes checked and rules kept. In this episode, Bobby Bosler challenges that mindset with the words of Jesus: “But I say unto you.” Victory in the Christian life is not about religion or outward conformity, but about walking with the living Christ in daily dependence and surrender.

• What it really means to be “more than a conqueror” in Christ
• The danger of checklist Christianity and outward conformity
• How Jesus corrected shallow interpretations of God’s law
• The difference between religion and relationship
• Listening to the Spirit’s voice in daily life
• Yielding to Christ in practical moments (family, ministry, soul winning)

• Jesus didn’t save you to lose—He saved you to live as a conqueror through His power.
• A checklist mentality leads to dead religion; true Christianity flows from relationship with Christ.
• Obedience is not about outward compliance but inward surrender to Jesus.
• The Spirit of God actively corrects, leads, and guides believers—if we are listening.
• Dependence on Jesus enables victory in habits, prayer, soul winning, and God’s will.

• Thee Generation Youth Summit — Learn more and register early for this year’s conference.
• Upside Down Kingdom Series — Read Bobby’s articles on the Sermon on the Mount (with audio read-along available).
• Fellowship Baptist Church Podcast — Weekly sermons from the pulpit of Fellowship Baptist Church in Fairmont, WV. Available on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.

For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

Janna Faith tackles the anxiety many girls feel about appearance and self-image, showing from Scripture that true beauty starts on the inside. Drawing on Ezekiel 16, 1 Peter 3, and 1 Timothy 2, she contrasts trusting in outward beauty with trusting the Lord, exposes common “mirror myths,” and offers practical steps to grow inner character. The episode closes with heart-searching questions that move listeners from comparison to Christ-centered confidence.

• God’s view of beauty (Ezekiel 16; “trusting in your own beauty” vs. trusting God).
• “Mirror myths,” such as What you see is who you are, What you see is what others see, “If I don’t look good enough, I’ll never get married.”
• Biblical modesty and insecurity signals (1 Timothy 2:9) and inward adornment (1 Peter 3:3–4).
• Comparison traps and imitating others vs. living God’s unique design for you.
• Beauty’s brevity vs. character’s permanence; cultivating virtues like faith, mercy, love, and joy.
• Reflection questions to redirect focus from appearance to Christlike character.

• Beauty isn’t bad—idolatry is. God delights to beautify His people, but trusting in beauty derails the heart.
• Inner virtue = true value. Character, not cosmetics, is what lasts and what people ultimately experience.
• Comparison kills contentment. Stop copying others; embrace who God made you to be and the mission He’s given you.
• Modesty communicates security. Immodesty often signals inner emptiness; a meek and quiet spirit is precious to God.
• Grow the inside on purpose. Pray specific prayers to develop faith, mercy, love, and joy—and talk about things that matter.

Faith Talks is a monthly program on the Thee Generation podcast designed to help young ladies discover greater ways to nurture and exercise their faith in their day-to-day walk with Christ. To leave a question for the Faith Twins or our guest, send an email to [email protected].

If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.

For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

Ryan Swanson introduces The Cord 2.0, highlighting two big additions—Check‑In Streaks (consistency‑focused medals) and bi‑weekly 3‑minute devotional challenges—and explains why accountability tools are meant to lead us to Jesus, not replace Him as the answer. He also unpacks motivations (relationships, ministry, family) and shows how these secondary motives should funnel us back to Christ as the true source of purity and victory. You’ll also hear a refresher on The Cord’s core features like daily 1–10 check‑ins, 90‑second video reflections, and the SOS button rooted in Ecclesiastes 4:10 (never alone).

• Why The Cord exists: daily light and never‑alone accountability (Ecc. 4)
• How daily 1–10 check‑ins + 90‑sec videos keep it sustainable
• SOS button: instant “I’m not alone” signaling during temptation
• The Cord 2.0 Feature #1 – Check‑In Streaks (consistency over “purity streaks,” with medals at 7/30/100 days and beyond)
• The Cord 2.0 Feature #2 – Bi‑weekly 3‑minute devotional challenges (trusted preachers; keeps groups Christ‑focused)
• Motivation vs. the Answer: letting strong motives lead you to Jesus, not replace Him

• Accountability is a means, not the end; Jesus is both the end and the means of purity.
• The Cord 2.0’s Check‑In Streaks reward consistency, closing the “skip‑a‑bad‑day” loophole and keeping daily light on your heart.
• Short, bi‑weekly devotionals inject life and keep the focus on Christ so groups don’t drift into a “dry confessional booth.”
• The SOS button helps you refuse isolation: you’re known, prayed for, and expected to give account—tonight.

Ready to download the Cord App? Find it here!

Download the Satisfied Battle Plan or listen to the rest of the series here!

Satisfied is a monthly program on the Thee Generation Podcast designed to offer practical tools based on biblical principles so that anyone can experience full purity and lead others to do the same. To ask questions or share testimonies, send an email to [email protected].

If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.

For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

In this stirring message, evangelist Bob Holmes reminds us of the limitless power of God. Drawing from Hebrews 11 and stories of faith, he illustrates how the Creator who spoke the world into existence can do anything, anywhere, at any time. Through personal testimonies and biblical examples, this episode calls listeners to renewed faith, trust, and courage in the God who still works miracles today.

• The nature of faith from Hebrews 11
• God’s power as Creator compared to man’s inventions
• Testimonies of God’s providence in ministry and daily life
• How faith emboldens us to face trials like David, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego
• Encouragement to trust God rather than worry
• The reality that God can work in any circumstance—palaces, prisons, deserts, hospitals, or even the belly of a fish
• Practical stories of answered prayer and miraculous provision

• Faith pleases God: Without faith, it is impossible to please Him.
• God is unlimited: He is not bound by time, place, or circumstance.
• Worry denies His power: Trust replaces fear when we remember who God is.
• God still works today: Just as in Scripture, He answers prayer, provides, and shows His power in unexpected ways.
• Our role is trust and obedience: We can follow Him confidently, knowing He is already ahead of us.

If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.

For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

In this GoMission episode, Mark Gilmore sits down with BCM senior Ben Stoeckmann to reflect on his seven-week internship in Grenada. From curvy mountain roads to palm-lined beaches, Ben’s journey was filled with gospel opportunities—three Cola Clash–style youth outreaches, preaching in multiple communities, and connecting with local believers. Yet, the greatest lesson came not from the events themselves, but from what followed: the urgent need to pray for and invest in disciples, not just decisions. Through firsthand experiences and the example of national pastor Jeremy Scott, Ben shares how intentional, life-on-life ministry can break strongholds and multiply lasting fruit.

• Location, culture, and spiritual climate of Grenada
• Internship under national pastor Jeremy Scott
• Three Cola Clash–style youth outreaches in Victoria, Chantimelle, and Mount Rich
• Overcoming challenges of rainy season and cultural differences
• Spiritual strongholds: works-based religion, drinking, immorality, and subtle animism
• Miraculous connections with young men hungry for God’s Word
• The importance of praying for disciples as fervently as for salvation decisions
• Pastor Scott’s “life-on-life” discipleship model
• Applying disciplemaking principles both overseas and in the U.S.
• Ben’s personal call to missions and growing burden for the Hispanic world

• Salvation decisions are only the starting point; true Great Commission work requires making disciples.
• Prayer for discipleship should be just as urgent and intentional as prayer for conversions.
• Life-on-life investment—sharing ministry and everyday moments—is essential for spiritual growth.
• Cultural openness to the gospel does not eliminate the need to address deep-rooted spiritual strongholds.
• The principles of effective disciplemaking overseas are just as vital to practice at home.

If you have your own unique story of gospel advance or if you sense God leading you toward a particular people group, we’d love to hear about it. Even if it’s just a sentence or two, share what God is doing in an email to [email protected].

GoMission, hosted by Mark Gillmore, is a monthly, missions-focused program designed to expose young people to the people, stories, and opportunities happening across the globe in the world’s harvest fields.

If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.

For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

In this solo episode, Bobby Bosler reflects on a summer of surprising stability while ministering from his new home base in Fairmont, West Virginia. Drawing from Psalm 15, he explores the traits of someone who is unshakable—not because of circumstances, but because of nearness to God. With biblical insight and practical challenges, this episode calls young listeners to examine their own lives and find spiritual stability in drawing close to the Lord.

• Summer gospel victories in West Virginia
• How Psalm 15 defines spiritual stability
• The question: “Who shall dwell in thy holy hill?”
• What it means to walk blamelessly and obediently
• Internal honesty vs. self-deception
• The dangers of slander and taking up offenses
• Learning to hate sin and love righteousness
• Keeping your word, even when it hurts
• Manipulation, corruption, and integrity in relationships
• A call to walk near to God for unshakable stability

• Spiritual stability isn’t about external calm—it’s about internal nearness to God.
• Psalm 15 gives practical, convicting marks of the unshakable believer.
• God desires not just outward obedience but inward honesty and consistent integrity.
• The things that make us unstable—manipulation, slander, compromise—can be replaced by holy living if we draw near to God.
• Living close to God will expose sin and bring the strength to live unmovable.

If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.

For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

In this heartfelt and highly practical episode of Faith Talks, Janna and Anna Faith return in person to continue their series on “Faith Over Fear.” Today’s focus is the often-overlooked yet deeply personal fear of communication—whether it's not knowing who to talk to, what to say, or when to say it. They candidly share biblical wisdom, personal stories, and real-life encouragement to help you overcome fear and choose faith in your daily conversations.

Topics Discussed

• The spiritual power of the tongue (James 3)
• Fears surrounding communication: who, how, what, and when
• Honoring parents through open communication (Ephesians 6:2)
• Speaking truth even when it’s hard (Proverbs 12, 27)
• Moses’ fear of speaking and God’s promise to help (Exodus 4)
• Giving grace in speech (Colossians 4:6)
• Personal stories of bitterness, forgiveness, and reconciliation
• Simple steps for starting spiritual conversations
• Creative methods for difficult conversations (writing letters, texting)
• Pouring your heart out to God (Psalm 62:8)

Key Takeaways

• Communication is one of the most powerful tools God has given us, and it should be stewarded in faith, not fear.
• Speaking the truth—especially when it’s hard—is not only obedience to God but a gift to those around you.
• God promises to help us communicate when we feel weak or inadequate—He made our mouths (Exodus 4)!
• Reconciliation and honesty bring spiritual freedom, even when they take time or courage.
• When you pour out your fears to God, you’ll find the strength to speak with grace, humility, and purpose.

Faith Talks is a monthly program on the Thee Generation podcast designed to help young ladies discover greater ways to nurture and exercise their faith in their day-to-day walk with Christ. To leave a question for the Faith Twins or our guest, send an email to [email protected].

If you’ve been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others.

For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.