YTH COLLECTIVE

In the opening week of Origins, Todd Williams takes students back to the very first words of Scripture—“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” From that single verse, he unpacks three foundational truths: God is the intentional Creator (creationism), He made everything from nothing (creatio ex nihilo), and He made humanity in His image (Imago Dei).

Todd reminds listeners that creation isn’t random or accidental—it reflects a personal, loving God who crafted each person on purpose and for a purpose. Drawing from Genesis 1 and Colossians 1, he connects the Creator in the beginning to Jesus, the Redeemer who holds all things together and stepped into creation to restore what sin broke.

This message calls every listener to recognize their God-given worth and respond to the truth that creation points to a Creator. Whether hearing this for the first time or growing deeper in faith, Todd challenges students to trust Jesus, live boldly, and reflect His image in the world.

In Freedom in Christ, Ellie Fulmer walks through Galatians 5 to explain what true spiritual freedom means for believers. She contrasts life under the Old Testament law—bound by hundreds of rules and sacrifices—with the grace offered through Jesus Christ. Ellie reminds listeners that Jesus came to free us from striving for perfection and to restore our relationship with God through faith, not works.

She challenges believers to live out that freedom by serving one another in love rather than using grace as an excuse to sin. Through personal stories and scriptural reflection, Ellie shows that freedom in Christ isn’t the liberty to do whatever we want—it’s the power to live differently, motivated by love and gratitude. Her message closes with a heartfelt invitation: to drop the weight of guilt, fear, and striving, and daily choose the lasting freedom only found in Jesus.

In this message, Brett Avery uses a fun opening game to draw students into a deeper challenge from Luke 9 — the question of willingness. Jesus invites three different people to follow Him, yet each gives an excuse that reveals what they’re not willing to let go of. Brett connects this to modern life, showing that true discipleship means putting Jesus first — above comfort, reputation, and even relationships. He reminds listeners that God designed each of us as His masterpiece, created to live boldly and serve a world that desperately needs Him. The question he leaves us with is simple but life-changing: are we truly willing to follow? 

In this message from Luke 9-10, Byan Biggerstaff exposes the two greatest problems in the world: unwillingness and lostness. Drawing from Jesus' encounters with three would-be followers who held back from full surrender, he reveals why "the laborers are few"—not because we lack believers or resources, but because we're unwilling to say yes completely. Every half second, someone dies without knowing Jesus, yet Christians spend as much on Halloween costumes as they do reaching the unreached. Biggerstaff's challenge cuts deep: Will you keep adding Jesus to your comfortable life, or will you surrender everything for the kingdom? For some, that means saying yes to Jesus for the first time; for others, it means finally giving him all of your life, not just part of it. The question is simple but life-altering: Are you willing?

Ellie encourages students to embrace their faith with courage and compassion. Speaking directly to middle schoolers, Ellie explores what it means to “love beyond boundaries,” drawing from the parable of the Good Samaritan and Acts 1:8. She challenges listeners to move from comfort to calling—to choose the way of Jesus even when it’s difficult—and reminds them that every believer is called to be a witness for Christ through how they live and love. With warmth and practical insight, Ellie reminds us that Jesus Himself is the ultimate Good Samaritan—the model for how we care for others and bring light to the world 

Joshua Austin shares how God can take our plans and redirect them toward something far greater. Using Acts 1:8 and the story of the Good Samaritan, he challenges listeners to move past comfort zones and love people who are different from us. With humor, honesty, and personal stories—including how God led him from football dreams to ministry overseas—Joshua reminds us that the Holy Spirit gives us power to reach others with courage and compassion. Jesus crossed every line to rescue us—and now calls us to “go and do the same.”

In this powerful message, Brett Avery challenges students to recognize that life is a daily spiritual battle — one that requires preparation, awareness, and faith. Drawing from Ephesians 6, he unpacks the meaning of the “armor of God,” illustrating how truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, and God’s Word equip believers to stand firm against the enemy’s attacks. With humor, honesty, and real-life examples, Brett reminds listeners that the fight isn’t physical but spiritual — and victory comes from knowing who we are in Christ, standing on His truth, and living with prayerful dependence. This message will inspire you to stop surviving and start thriving as you fight the right battles with the right weapons.

Jesus has all authority — and He’s given us an assignment. In His Authority, Our Assignment, Joshua Austin unpacks the Great Commission, reminding us that every believer is called to go, make disciples, and live as Christ’s ambassadors. You’re not alone in the mission—His presence and power go with you.

In her message True Victory Is Peace, Ericka Phipps unpacks Matthew 5:9 with a powerful reminder that real victory isn’t about winning arguments or proving points, but about becoming a true peacemaker. Using the image of fire and extinguishers, she illustrates how conflict can spread out of control when fueled by anger, gossip, or bitterness, but how followers of Jesus are called to step in and bring peace instead. She challenges listeners to reflect on whether they are peace-fakers, peace-takers, or true peacemakers, pointing to Jesus as the ultimate example who reconciled us to God through the cross. Ericka emphasizes that peace must first come from God, and that living it out requires daily recharging, wisdom, and humility. Her message lands with a clear call: true victory is found not in fighting harder, but in letting the peace of Christ rule in our hearts.

Social media can shape our kids’ minds—for better or worse. In this episode, Seth Phipps challenges parents to set boundaries, model healthy habits, and ground their teens in Christ.