On this episode of Next Gen on Mission, Shane sits down with D.A. and Elicia Horton, a church planting couple in Long Beach, California, to talk about the next generation and relationships, pursing purity in all aspects of life and why their lives are dedicated to pouring into the next generation. Learn more about Go2 at go2years.net or text STUDENTS to 888-123 (Msg&Data rates may apply).

Have you ever wondered what Millennials and Gen Z care about and how to connect their concerns to the hope of the gospel? On this episode, Shane Pruitt interviews Jonathan Pokluda, lead pastor of Harris Creek Church in Waco, Texas, about three practical tips to keep in mind in reaching the next generation with the gospel. Pokluda is the former leader of The Porch, one of the largest young adult ministries in the world. Questions about reaching the next generation? Email us at evangelism@namb.net. Mentions: Connect with Jonathan: @Jpokluda (Instrgram); Leadership@HarrisCreek.org (email) Welcome to Adulting: Navigating Faith, Friendship, Finances and the Future by Jonathan Pokluda Welcoming the Future Church: How to Reach, Teach, Engage Young Adults by Jonathan Pokluda with Luke Friesen  

Today’s guest can’t remember a time when the arts were not a significant part of her life, and the Lord has used it to draw her closer to Himself. You may recognize her if you’ve seen the movie, I Can Only Imagine. On this episode of Next Gen on Mission, Shane Pruitt interviews actress and social media influencer Madeline Carroll to talk about how movies and the arts are a great way to engage and reach the next generation. Mentions Follow Madeline on Twitter at @IMMaddieCarroll. Follow Madeline on Instagram at @madscarroll2.  

What does God want me to do with my life?” It’s a common question every college student and college age person asks themselves. In this episode of Next Gen on Mission, Shane Pruitt sits down with J.D. Greear, lead pastor of Summit Church and the current president of the Southern Baptist Convention, to talk about Go2—an opportunity for college graduates to start their career in a city where they’ll live on mission, in community and be a part of a church plant. Learn more about Go2 at go2years.net Mentions: Follow J.D. on Twitter at @jdgreear Ask Me Anything podcast

It’s hard to reach a generation with the gospel when we understand them. What makes Generation Z tick, and how are they different than their predecessors?  In this episode, Shane Pruitt sits down with Ben Trueblood, the Director of Student Ministry for LifeWay Christian Resources, to talk about the top three things we need to know to understand to reach Generation Z. Inspire your congregation and students to live on mission by attending a Who’s Your One tour near you. Click here for upcoming tour dates. Mentions: Follow Ben: @BenTrueblood Student Ministry That Matters by Ben Trueblood A Different College Experience by Ben Trueblood and Brian Mills Ben’s YouTube Channel: Student Ministry That Matters Lifeway Student Ministry podcast

Shane Pruitt introduces Next Gen on Mission, a podcast designed to equip you to reach, disciple and mobilize the next generation. The first 10 episodes will be released March 23. Check back for more episodes here, and visit namb.net/evangelism/ for more resources that help mobilize your church into evangelism.