Thee Generation Podcast

In this episode of the Satisfied program, Jeremiah Acosta (a.k.a. Jerry or "Randy") shares how his walk with God took a dramatic turn when he stopped obsessing over answers and started seeking a Person. Through his honest testimony, you'll hear how this shift brought clarity, peace, and real purity into his life. Whether you're wrestling with God's will, struggling with temptation, or just want to grow, this episode calls you to aim higher—toward Christ Himself.

• Why pursuing God's will isn't the same as pursuing God
• The confusion that comes from conflicting counsel
• How to overcome anxiety over decision-making
• Practical steps Jerry took to eliminate sources of impurity
• Why purity must be about seeking Christ, not just avoiding sin
• The transformation that happens when you truly delight in the Lord
• The freedom found in aiming for a relationship, not just results

• Freedom comes not by focusing on sin, but by focusing on Christ.
• You can aim higher than just staying clean—you can know God deeply.
• Practical boundaries are wise, but heart-level change comes through Jesus.
• God's will is revealed in relationship, not just in research.
• “Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God”—and that’s the point.

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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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In this episode, Dr. Jim Van Gelderen speaks from Piedmont, Missouri, about the essential element that transforms truth into life change: application. He explains how biblical commands and principles must be practically implemented through Spirit-led standards. Drawing from personal stories and revival ministry experience, Dr. Jim urges young people to embrace conviction, avoid legalism, and courageously follow God’s specific leading in their lives.

• What application is—and what it isn’t
• The difference between commands, principles, and standards
• Why some standards differ based on personal past struggles
• Practical examples of media, music, and technology applications
• The difference between intrinsic wrongs and associational issues
• The Holy Spirit's role in grace-filled obedience
• Avoiding legalism while still having strong standards
• The importance of responding to conviction immediately

• Preaching must lead to application or it’s incomplete.
• Standards are personalized applications of God’s Word, not legalistic rules.
• Different people will need different standards based on past experiences and weaknesses.
• The Holy Spirit leads both in conviction and in enabling you to live it out.
• Applications you make while young can protect and shape your entire life.

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 gripping episode of the GoMission podcast, Mark Gilmore sits down with Brother Deepraj to hear his incredible testimony of salvation and transformation. Born into a radical religious family and labeled "unholy" from birth, Deepraj endured unimaginable rejection, abuse, and spiritual confusion. But the God he once hated—the God he persecuted—pursued him, rescued him, and raised him up to be a disciple-maker whose ministry has now impacted hundreds of thousands across South Asia.

• Growing up in a radical, anti-Christian home
• Cultural superstitions and being labeled "unholy"
• Surviving multiple suicide attempts and deep despair
• Discovering the Bible and encountering the love of Jesus
• Facing persecution and being disowned after salvation
• Receiving discipleship and training from a foreign missionary
• The simplicity and power of house church multiplication
• Using personal testimony and the Word of God as evangelism tools
• Over 600,000 baptized and 120,000 house churches started
• The hope and healing that comes from being known and loved by God

• Even the most rejected and broken life is not beyond the reach of God’s redemptive love.
• True peace and healing come not through religion or ritual, but through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• The Word of God, faithfully taught and obeyed, has the power to transform hearts and communities.
• Multiplication in missions is possible when ordinary believers are empowered by Scripture and the Spirit.
• God uses those who are willing—even the unwanted, the outcast, and the persecuted—to reach the nations for His glory.

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 deeply personal episode, Bobby Bosler reflects on a recent moment when the pressures of pastoral ministry weighed heavily on his soul. Drawing encouragement from 1 Peter 5, he shares how the Lord—our Chief Shepherd—met him in his weakness and restored his joy. This message is not just for pastors, but for anyone who finds themselves burdened while trying to follow God.

• A fresh look at 1 Peter 5 from the perspective of a new pastor
• The biblical call to “feed the flock of God”
• How leadership can lead to personal anxiety
• Casting your cares on Christ as an act of humility and faith
• A powerful moment of personal soul restoration
• Encouragement for teens to seek wisdom from those who’ve gone before
• The universal need for dependence on the Chief Shepherd

• True spiritual leadership flows from a willing, humble heart—not from obligation or control.
• The weight of responsibility can become overwhelming—but it’s not ours to carry alone.
• Jesus, the Chief Shepherd, not only cares for us, but actively lifts and restores our souls when we turn to Him.
• Whether leading or following, every believer is called to humble dependence on the Lord.
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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 episode of Faith Talks, Anna Faith Gillmore sits down with Christine Rokoduru, a pastor’s wife in Fiji whose testimony shines with surrendered faith and steadfast service. From her dramatic salvation and bold decision to remain in Fiji rather than move to the U.S., to becoming a pastor’s wife at just 18 years old, Christine’s story is a compelling portrait of a woman fully yielded to the call of God. Her wisdom, humility, and joy in serving the Lord will challenge and encourage you to trust Him with every step of your journey.

• Christine’s clear and powerful salvation testimony
• Saying "no" to the opportunity to move to America
• How she began praying for her future husband at 16
• God’s answer in bringing her together with Malachi
• Becoming a pastor’s wife at 18 and growing through ministry trials
• Fears from childhood and ministry—and the Scriptures that anchored her
• Encouragement for young women preparing to serve the Lord
• Her life verses: Proverbs 3:5–6 and Psalm 37:4

• God’s call is not always to go—but to stay, and obedience brings peace.
• A simple prayer of faith can shape a lifetime of blessing.
• Ministry isn’t easy, but it’s worth it when your focus stays on Christ.
• Trust and surrender are not one-time acts, but daily choices.
• Your background doesn’t determine your future—God does.

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.

In the final episode of the Mind War series on the Satisfied program, Ryan Swanson tackles a difficult but crucial topic: desire. Is the struggle in our thought life something we must simply manage forever, or does God offer more? With biblical clarity and pastoral empathy, Ryan shares the hope that victory isn’t just about saying “no”—it's about saying “yes” to Jesus, and discovering the peace of a transformed mind.

• The distinction between temptation and desire
• Can God change your desires?
• Testimonies of men battling addiction and craving
• Isaiah 26:3 and the key to perfect peace
• Reframing the battle: it's not a yes/no choice, it's a multiple choice
• Desire, availability, and isolation in thought life struggles
• Why saying “yes” to Christ is the only path to victory
• What David teaches us about longing in Psalm 63
• Encouragement to fight the battle, but aim for peace

• The goal of spiritual warfare isn’t just a good fight—it’s peace.
• Saying “no” to sin is not enough; victory comes by saying “yes” to Christ.
• God may want to do more than help you resist sin—He may want to change what you desire.
• Perfect peace is possible, not when you try harder, but when your mind is stayed on Christ.
• Your journey is not just about fighting gratification but about learning to be satisfied in Jesus.

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 episode of the GoMission podcast, Mark Gillmore joins a team of eight students from the Baptist College of Ministry on-site in Uganda to share firsthand how God used their lives to make an eternal impact. With powerful testimonies from the team, including moments of surrender, victory over fear, and unexpected gospel opportunities, this episode paints a vivid picture of God's work in East Africa. Missionary Phil Prettyman also shares how short-term missions, far from being a hassle, can accomplish in ten days what might take locals months to achieve.

• How God called and prepared the team for this trip
• Personal testimonies of spiritual breakthroughs and surrender
• Evangelistic outreach in villages and Catholic high schools
• Children and teen ministry, including the showing of the Jesus film
• The impact of prayer, team unity, and walking with God
• Victory over fear in gospel boldness
• How short-term missions strengthen long-term work
• A call for listeners to consider their part in God's global mission

• “It is not in me, but God…” — True ministry flows from dependence, not personal ability.
• Short-term missions matter. When done in faith, they can accomplish months of groundwork in a few days.
• Gospel doors are wide open. Uganda—and the world—still needs laborers for the harvest.
• Prayer fuels impact. Specific answers to prayer marked the team's days with divine favor and open hearts.
• God uses the willing. Whether overcoming fear or being redirected unexpectedly, surrender leads to fruitfulness.

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 insightful episode, Dr. Jim Van Gelderen reveals one of Satan’s most effective tactics: convincing believers to trust in themselves. Through a gripping story from a Vietnam War veteran and powerful truths from Ephesians 6, he shows how self-reliance—rather than strength—is often our downfall in spiritual warfare. If you’ve ever felt defeated despite trying your hardest, this message will open your eyes to the real source of strength: moment-by-moment dependence on Jesus Christ.

• Revival updates from Michigan and upcoming ministry in Colorado
• A wartime illustration of enemy deception
• Why self-dependence is spiritual sabotage
• What “be strong in the Lord” really means (Ephesians 6:10)
• The role of English grammar in understanding the Bible
• How human strength fails under spiritual pressure
• Personal reflections on a lifetime of weakness and God's faithfulness
• Prayer as the breath of dependence
• The connection between pride, self-reliance, and defeat
• How to face spiritual battles with real power

• Satan doesn’t need to overpower you—he just needs you to trust yourself.
• Real strength isn’t self-generated. It flows from continual dependence on Christ.
• Prayer is not optional—it’s how you breathe in the strength of God.
• Victory doesn’t come from trying harder. It comes from surrendering fully.

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 episode, Bobby Bosler recounts the recent cross-country move that marked a major transition into the pastorate—and the spiritual insights it sparked. With everything his family owned packed into a single trailer, he reflects on Jesus’ words in Matthew 6 about treasure, focus, and true devotion. This convicting challenge invites listeners to evaluate what they’re living for and whether their heart is fully invested in heaven.

• Transition to pastoral ministry in Fairmont, WV
• The tangible feeling of having all possessions in one trailer
• Matthew 6:19–24 and the call to lay up treasure in heaven
• What a “single eye” means—and why it matters
• Identifying the pull of materialism and earthly desires
• A warning against divided loyalties and serving two masters
• The call to total surrender and singular devotion to Christ

• Where your treasure is, your heart will inevitably follow—so store it where it’s safe.
• What you focus on shapes every area of your life.
• A divided focus will always lead to spiritual darkness and dissatisfaction.
• We can’t serve both God and material desires; we must choose our master.
• A single-minded life requires surrender—and the sustaining grace of God.

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 Faith Talks episode, Anna Faith sits down with Charity Shoultz to reflect on their unforgettable month together in Fiji. With warmth and authenticity, they share how God led them across the world to minister, grow, and surrender in ways they never imagined. Whether you're a teen girl or someone considering a mission trip, this episode will inspire you to trust God with your yes—no matter your age or qualifications.

• How God opened the door for two teen girls to serve in Fiji
• Learning to minister through singing, testimonies, and children's work
• Facing fears, spiritual attack, and feelings of inadequacy
• Discovering God's voice through daily surrender and dependence
• Practical advice for young people considering missions

• God works through availability. You don’t need to be perfect—just surrendered.
• Bold obedience opens doors. Saying yes to God leads to unexpected opportunities and divine provision.
• Ministry is for now. Teen girls can be powerful vessels for the gospel when they walk with God.

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.