The Deep Discipleship Podcast equips youth pastors and ministry leaders with practical tools, real stories, and biblical insights to build a culture of lasting discipleship. From curriculum tips to mission trip strategies, each episode helps you lead with purpose and build discipleship culture. Powered by LeaderTreks Youth Ministry.
Deep Discipleship Podcast
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The Deep Discipleship Podcast equips youth pastors and ministry leaders with practical tools, real stories, and biblical insights to build a culture of lasting discipleship. From curriculum tips to mission trip strategies, each episode helps you lead with purpose and build discipleship culture. Powered by LeaderTreks Youth Ministry.
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May 19, 2026
EP 12 | Students Lead Bible Study
<p>Youth ministry doesn’t just need more attendees—it needs more student leaders.In Episode 12 of the Deep Discipleship Podcast, Doug and Kellee sit down with Carson Powell from River Christian Church to talk about a powerful leadership model happening inside their ministry.Instead of students simply attending Bible study, high school students are learning the lesson… then turning around and teaching preteens the very next week.They lead games.They lead small groups.They teach the message.They mentor younger students.And the result?A discipleship culture where leadership multiplies.In this episode, you’ll discover:• Why preteen ministry matters more than ever• How to build a student leadership pipeline• Why students learn deeper when they teach• How Deep Discipleship creates reproducible leadership• The importance of giving students leadership opportunities now—not someday• How one church is bridging the gap between kids ministry and student ministryThis conversation is packed with practical ideas and vision for youth pastors who want to move beyond attendance-driven ministry and build a true discipleship culture.Start your FREE trial of Deep Discipleship today and discover a year-long strategy designed to help students grow deeper in their faith and leadership.👉 Start Your Free Trial with Deep Discipleship at: https://deepdiscipleship.com</p>
May 6, 2026
EP 11 | The 8 Roots of the Gospel (A Better Way to Disciple Students)
<p>Youth ministry doesn’t need more topics—it needs a stronger foundation.In Episode 11 of the Deep Discipleship Training Podcast, Doug and Eric break down one of the most important frameworks behind Deep Discipleship: The 8 Roots of the Gospel.Too often, youth ministry falls into the “popcorn approach”—jumping from topic to topic and unintentionally leaving gaps in what students actually understand about their faith.This episode shows you a better way.Instead of scattered teaching, the 8 Roots create a clear, repeatable structure that ensures every student builds a complete, grounded faith before they graduate.Inside this episode, you’ll discover:• Why the “popcorn approach” leaves critical gaps in discipleship• The 8 Roots of the Gospel and how they shape every lesson• How to build a year-long discipleship strategy instead of random teaching• Why students need a full-picture understanding of Scripture—not just your favorite topics• How this framework builds confidence for leaders, parents, and church staffThe 8 Roots include:• Rescue• Knowledge• Kingdom• Worship• Identity• Community• Outreach• ApologeticsWhen students understand these, they don’t just attend youth group—they graduate with a faith that lasts.As Doug shares, the goal isn’t more content…it’s no gaps in discipleship.🔑 KEY TAKEAWAY• Clarity beats creativity.• Structure beats randomness.• And discipleship happens best when nothing is left out.🔔 Start Your Free Trial At: https://deepdiscipleship.com/students/#trial</p>
January 9, 2026
EP 10 | 4 Retreats in Deep Discipleship That Make Your Youth Ministry Thrive
<p>Retreats don’t have to be exhausting, last-minute, or shallow. In this episode of the Deep Discipleship Training Podcast, Doug Franklin and Kellee break down four powerful retreat experiences already built into Deep Discipleship—designed to help your youth ministry grow spiritually, relationally, and strategically.Whether you’re planning a DNow weekend, investing in student leaders, preparing a mission trip team, or training adult volunteers, this episode shows you how to do retreats with purpose—without reinventing the wheel.<strong>In this episode, you’ll learn:</strong>• How to run a DNow / Winter Retreat with fully done-for-you teaching, media, and small groups• Why the Student Leadership “Inner Armor” Retreat helps students lead from identity, not comparison• How to prepare students for mission trips with biblical depth, not just logistics• A proven way to turn adult volunteer training into a meaningful retreat experience• How Deep Discipleship gives you flexibility—retreat, weekly, or hybrid formatsIf retreats feel overwhelming—or you want them to actually move students deeper in their faith—this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and a plan.👉 Start a FREE trial of Deep Discipleship and see how these retreats can transform your ministry: <a href="https://deepdiscipleship.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://deepdiscipleship.com</a></p>
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