Leading Interactive Bible Studies and Hope for Gen Z with Dan Hamlin

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Aug 13, 2024

Dan Hamlin, a Youth Pastor at Calvary Chapel Santa Maria and author, shares innovative approaches to teaching the Bible to Gen Z. He addresses overcoming stereotypes about today's youth and emphasizes the importance of interactive storytelling. Dan offers practical tips for engaging young audiences using humor and relatable narratives. He also reflects on his early challenges in Bible teaching and shares resources that empower youth ministries. Discover how to make scripture not just accessible, but exciting for the next generation!

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Intro

00:00 • 4min

Navigating the Challenges of First-Time Bible Teaching

04:01 • 3min

Navigating Leadership and Storytelling in Bible Study

06:32 • 13min

Engaging Youth in Bible Studies

19:14 • 12min

Empowering Youth Ministry Resources

31:02 • 5min

Transforming Sermon Preparation into Meaningful Communication

36:04 • 4min

Mike chats with Dan Hamlin, Youth Pastor at Calvary Chapel Santa Maria, CA, about fresh and exciting ways to teach the Bible to teenagers. They tackle the challenge of overcoming negative stereotypes about Gen Z and share secrets on making Bible stories interactive and engaging. Plus, they discuss the do's and don'ts of storytelling, ensuring the messages actually hit home.

"Daniel Hamlin is the author of When Oceans Rise: Scriptural Truths To Anchor The Soul, and In His Presence: Thirty Contemplations from Walking with Jesus. He has been featured in The Christian Post, YMI.Today, Today’s Christian Living, Premier Christianity, Liquid Salt Magazine, The Surfer’s Path, The Inertia, Reclaim Today, Mysterious Ways Magazine and others. He’s appeared in numerous surfing publications including ESPN.com, SURFER, and The Surfer’s Journal. Since the release of his first book in 2015 Hamlin has spoken at churches and ministries throughout the world. Find his book at www.danielhamlin.org

Resources mentioned:

Chris Brown interview: https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/you-have-permission-to-be-yourself-with-chris-brown

Chris Brown session on storytelling: https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/every-passage-has-a-story-either-in-it-or-behind-it-with-chris-brown

Rooted Youth Ministry : https://rootedministry.com/

Rooted Podcast about understanding and teaching the Sermon on the Mount: https://rootedministry.com/podcasts/rc23fobes/

Here's the podcast Dan couldn't remember on the spot, but is worth a mention: https://www.youthpastortheologian.com

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