TYG - The Youth Group
Religion & Spirituality
About
In this podcast, you will find sermons that have been preached at Grace Bible Church's TYG (the youth group), in Pleasant Hill CA.
Episodes
- Titus 3 - The Incompatible Life
Jef Soliva
- Titus 2 - Live the Truth
Jason Lefler teaches from Titus 2, explaining that God's grace saves us and His Spirit trains us to live a life reflecting Him, which affects everyone.
- Titus 1 - Hold the Truth
This episode, Titus 1 - Hold the Truth from TYG - The Youth Group, explores the significance of qualified elders who uphold and defend sound doctrine. It emphasizes establishing godly leadership and challenging false teachers, drawing from…
- Mark 15:1-16:8 - Behold the Victorious Suffering Servant
This episode covers Mark 15:1-16:8, focusing on Jesus as the Suffering Servant who accomplishes His mission by dying on the cross. It highlights His victory over death, presenting Him as the Messianic King and Savior.
- Mark 14:26-72 - Jesus, the Immovable Hero
This episode analyzes Mark 14:26-72, focusing on Jesus' steadfastness during His arrest, trial, and Peter's denial. It highlights Jesus as the immovable hero, remaining faithful even when His disciples falter.
- Mark 14:1-25 - Relating and Responding to Jesus the Messiah
This episode of TYG - The Youth Group, titled 'Mark 14:1-25 - Relating and Responding to Jesus the Messiah,' examines the varying ways people interact with Jesus, highlighting themes of rejection, worship, betrayal, and finding solace in H…
- Mark 13 - Press on in the Path of the Suffering Servant
In this teaching from Mark 13, Jacob Withrow discusses Jesus' message to the disciples about the destruction of the Temple and His second coming. The episode covers warnings and illustrations through parables, emphasizing watchfulness and…
- Mark 12:28-44 - Jesus Teaches the Heart of the Law with Divine Authority
In Mark 12:28-44, Jason Lefler explains how Jesus taught with divine authority, silencing legal experts and revealing the core of worship through love for God and neighbor. The passage covers the true heart of the law, Jesus' divine identi…
- Mark 12:13-27 - Jesus is True Wisdom
This episode examines Mark 12:13-27, where religious leaders test Jesus's wisdom. It highlights Jesus's demonstrations of wisdom against their traps and in His teachings about the resurrection, presenting it as a deeper life lived under Go…
- Mark 11:27-12:12 - Rejection of the Son of God
This episode, based on Mark 11:27-12:12, details the ongoing rejection of Jesus by religious leaders, framing it as a rejection of the Father. It highlights three warnings concerning the rejection of God the Father and emphasizes the unity…
- Psalm 103 - Make a Joyful Noise
Josiah Patterson's teaching from Psalm 103 emphasizes that singing is about the heart's gratitude, not vocal skill. When overwhelmed with thankfulness, singing becomes a necessary expression of worship.
- Winter Camp '26 - Session 5: Daniel 6
In Session 5 of Winter Camp '26, Luke Shelnutt's message focuses on Daniel 6, teaching that God is worthy of a lifelong devotion.
- Winter Camp '26 - Session 4: Daniel 4 & 5
Jacob Withrow's teaching from Winter Camp '26, Session 4, covers Daniel 4 and 5. He discusses the necessity of bowing to the King of Kings through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, or facing judgment.
- Winter Camp '26 - Session 3: Daniel 3
Luke Shelnutt's teachings from Winter Camp '26, Session 3, focus on the message from Daniel 3. The core lesson emphasizes that God is perpetually worthy of worship, irrespective of potential outcomes.
- Winter Camp '26 - Session 2: Daniel 2
In Session 2 of Winter Camp '26, Jason Lefler discusses Daniel 2, teaching that God is the sole source of revelation and holds the authority to interpret and fulfill His own revelations.
- Winter Camp '26 - Session 1: Daniel 1
Luke Shelnutt explains in Session 1 of Winter Camp '26, focusing on Daniel 1, that God leads His people through exile with sovereignty and grace.
- Mark 11:1-25 - Jesus is the King
Mark 11:1-25 depicts Jesus's arrival in Jerusalem, highlighting his messianic kingship. The episode covers how Jesus, as King, inspires worship, brings peace, judges righteously, and serves as the focus of faith.
- Mark 10:32-52 - Living in Light of the Messiah
This episode examines Mark 10:32-52, focusing on Jesus as the suffering servant and promised Messiah. It highlights how understanding Jesus' greatness and hope influences our lives, referencing the disciples' ambition and a blind man's fai…
- Mark 10:13-31 - Contrasting Résumés for the Kingdom of God
This episode of TYG - The Youth Group analyzes Mark 10:13-31, distinguishing between those inside and outside the Kingdom of God. It explores entering the Kingdom with childlike faith and a feeble résumé versus forfeiting it with a strong…
- Hebrews 12:1-2 - Running Faith
Pastor Ben Nissen's message from Hebrews 12:1-2 focuses on the Christian race. It encourages listeners to cast off hindrances, keep their eyes on Jesus, and run with perseverance, inspired by the examples of those who have gone before.
- 1 John 2:15-17 - A Love We Should Hate
In this episode, Jason Lefler explains 1 John 2:15-17, addressing the concept of 'world' as sin and darkness, contrasted with loving God and His people. He emphasizes that the world is passing away and encourages both believers and non-bel…
- Mark 9:14-10:12 - Authentic Discipleship to the Supreme Messiah
This episode from TYG - The Youth Group examines Mark 9:14-10:12, identifying five characteristics of a true disciple of Jesus: faith, humility, unity, holiness, and love.
- Mark 8:11-9:13 - To Truly Know Him
This episode of TYG - The Youth Group explores the passage Mark 8:11-9:13, questioning whether we truly know Jesus. It suggests that genuine knowledge of Jesus inspires radical discipleship, highlighting his worthiness of devotion as the s…
- Mark 7:1-8:10 - Cleansed from the Inside Out
This episode examines Mark 7:1-8:10, discussing the nature of true uncleanliness, legalism, and hypocrisy. It explores how the gospel provides hope, calls to belief, restoration, and satisfaction for those considered unclean.
- Mark 6:30-56 - Look to Jesus the Greater Moses
This episode analyzes Mark 6:30-56, drawing parallels between Jesus and Moses from the Exodus. It emphasizes Jesus as the Greater Moses, focusing on His roles as a provider of rest, spiritual and physical nourishment, and as a glorious del…
- Genesis 3 - Did God Actually Say?
Scott Denny's sermon from Genesis 3 examines the question 'Did God actually say?', which lies at the core of temptation and deception. While Genesis 3 marks an age of false hopes, Jesus Christ is presented as the promised deliverer from si…
- Transformed Conference '25 - Session 2: Transformed by the Glory of the Risen Christ
Dan Arcilla delivers a sermon from Acts 9 at the TYG - The Youth Group's Transformed Conference '25, Session 2.
- Transformed Conference '25 - Session 1: Transformed by the Glory of Who God Is
Session 1 of the Transformed Conference '25 features Luke Shelnutt teaching from Exodus 3.
- 2 Peter 1:1-15 - Furnish Your Faith
This episode of TYG - The Youth Group features Jacob Withrow preaching on 2 Peter 1:1-15. The sermon discusses drawing on God's power for a life of godliness, the trustworthiness of Scripture, and cultivating qualities like virtue, knowled…
- Mark 6:1-30 - Reality of Rejection
This episode of TYG discusses Mark 6:1-30, highlighting the themes of suffering and rejection for both Christ and his followers. It covers Christ's rejection, the mission He gave, and the costs associated with following Him.
- Psalm 27 - Cultivating Confidence from God
This episode features Isaac Becker preaching from Psalm 27, discussing how confidence in God is cultivated through His protection, beauty, and help. These aspects are particularly important when facing hardships and battling sin.
- Mark 4:35-5:43 - Supreme Authority
This episode examines Jesus' supreme authority as depicted in Mark 4:35-5:43. The passage highlights Jesus' power over natural forces, evil spirits, disease, and death, offering hope and deliverance to those in desperate need.
- Mark 4:1-34 - An Insider's Look into the Kingdom of God
This episode of TYG - The Youth Group, "Mark 4:1-34 - An Insider's Look into the Kingdom of God," explores Jesus' parables about the Kingdom of God. It covers the proclamation of the Kingdom, faithful stewardship, its mysterious growth, an…
- John 15:1-16 - The Fruitful Life in Christ
Jason Lefler's teaching from John 15:1-16 focuses on Jesus as the True Vine. The message explains that union with Christ leads to a fruitful life, characterized by love and a commitment to mission, as outlined in verses 1-8 and 9-16 respec…
- Mark 3:7-35 - In or Out
This episode examines Mark 3:7-35, discussing the division between those aligned with Jesus and those against Him. It contrasts external confessions with internal alignment and actions, highlighting the importance of doing the Father's wil…
- Mark 2:1-3:6 - Controversies with Christ
This episode delves into the controversies Jesus faced, as described in Mark 2:1-3:6. It highlights Jesus' divine authority in forgiving sins, his outreach to marginalized individuals, and the inherent value of his presence and service.
- Mark 1:14-45 - The Kingdom of God is at Hand
This episode covers Mark 1:14-45, detailing Jesus' early ministry. It explores His message calling for repentance and belief, His demonstration of power through healing and authority, and the compassionate priority of His mission.
- Mark 1:1-13 - The Testimony of Jesus Christ
This episode from TYG - The Youth Group examines Mark 1:1-13, exploring five testimonies that establish Jesus Christ as the Messiah and Son of God. These testimonies come from the Old Testament, John the Baptist, the Holy Spirit, God the F…
- Ephesians 4:1-16 - Walk Worthily in Unity
Guest speaker Jacob Withrow preaches from Ephesians 4:1-16 on walking worthily in unity. The message emphasizes growing in unity through loving one another and serving with spiritual gifts, as established by God.
- What is the Gospel?
Guest speaker Josiah Patterson discusses the gospel, its impact on all aspects of life, and how to share it. The episode covers the nature of God, sin, Christ's atonement, and practical evangelism methods.
- Summer Camp '25 - Session 7: Wait on the Lord
This episode features a sermon by Pedro Cheung from TYG - The Youth Group's Summer Camp '25. The session is titled 'Wait on the Lord'.
- Summer Camp '25 - Session 6: The Sin of Envy
Pedro Cheung delivers a sermon on the sin of envy during Session 6 of TYG's Summer Camp '25. This episode is part of The Youth Group series.
- Summer Camp '25 - Session 5: The Marks of Christian Friendship
Pedro Cheung delivered a sermon titled 'The Marks of Christian Friendship' during Session 5 of Summer Camp '25.
- Summer Camp '25 - Session 4: The Battle is the Lord's
This episode of TYG - The Youth Group features a sermon by Pedro Cheung titled 'Summer Camp '25 - Session 4: The Battle is the Lord's'.
- Summer Camp '25 - Session 3: Facing the Real World
Pedro Cheung delivers a sermon titled 'Summer Camp '25 - Session 3: Facing the Real World'. This is part of The Youth Group podcast series.
- Summer Camp '25 - Session 2: Ready to Leave Home?
This episode features a sermon by Pedro Cheung from TYG - The Youth Group's Summer Camp '25. The session, titled 'Ready to Leave Home?', focuses on the theme of departing from home.
- Summer Camp '25 - Session 1: God Gets to Choose
This episode features a sermon by Pedro Cheung titled 'God Gets to Choose'. It is the first session of Summer Camp '25.
- Various Passages - Humility in the Son of God
This episode of TYG - The Youth Group, titled "Various Passages - Humility in the Son of God," discusses the humility of the Son of God by examining His coming, His example of service and love, and His death for sinners, referencing biblic…
- John 1:19-34 - Humility in the Servant of God
This episode examines the humility in John the Baptist's message and ministry, as detailed in John 1:19-34. It highlights how John's words and actions consistently direct focus, reverence, and joy towards Jesus Christ.
- Isaiah 6:1-8 - Humility in the Presence of God
This TYG podcast episode, focusing on Isaiah 6:1-8, explores the theme of humility. It suggests that true humility arises in God's presence, driven by His glory and holiness, ultimately leading to worship and service.