Season 4 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC and at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN.
Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas and employees of Southern Adventist University.
"How do I love my enemy?" This is a big question that could be revisited in a number of episodes. So who is your enemy? Is it your co-worker, sibling, next door neighbor or someone on social media? In today's society it could even be anyone that disagrees with you. Join Ryan and his guests as they explore their own personal experiences and perspectives.
Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:
BENJAMIN LUNDQUIST is the Young Adult Ministries Director for the Oregon Conference
and also serves as the Young Adult Ministries Coordinator for the North American
Division. Benjamin has an M.A. in Youth and Young Adult Ministry from Andrews University.
He has spearheaded a variety of innovative young adult ministry projects and
mentoring models. He is passionate about inspiring young adults to become growing
followers of Jesus and leaders for His cause. Ben and his wife Kim spend much of the
year investing in the lives of the the next generation through camps, retreats, speaking
appointments, and simply sharing their life with others.
Check our Rise and Lead Podcast that Ben hosts.
Natalie Boonstra is a junior public relations major at Southern Adventist University. She’s the co-host and producer of Flourish by AWL a podcast for Adventist Women Leaders. And she has a passion for using media to connect people with Christ, and build His church. She is also Ryan Becker’s hero.
How do I love my enemy?
Episode 5, Season 4
Ryan Becker
Grace vs. Discipline
Ryan Becker
Season 4 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC and at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN. Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas and employees of Southern Adventist University. There is a pervasive argument amongst the members in the Christian community over "Grace or Discipline." Join Ryan and his two guests as they explore their perspectives and personal experiences with this topic. Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests: Andrew Korp is a Senior Theology Major at Southern Adventist University. He enjoys the outdoors and capturing it all through photography. He loves spending time with his wonderful family and friends. His personal mission in life is sharing the gospel of Jesus to others and telling them how He has changed him from the inside out. Rachel Beaver is a recent graduate of public relations from Southern Adventist University. She is also her local church communication leader, and one of the leaders of their pathfinder clubs. Rachel love to have fun but most of all she loves to connect with people.
Finding Your People
Ryan Becker
Season 4 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC and at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN. Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas and employees of Southern Adventist University. When you graduate academy, high-school or college and move away from your group of friends, many young adults don't know where all the other young adults are. So how do you find them? Join Ryan and his guests as they discuss their own journeys of finding their people. Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests: Jon Daniel is currently a graduate student at Southern Adventist University, pursuing a master's degree in clinical mental health and counseling. Previously he spent 6 years doing youth ministry. Jon and his wife, Kim, live in Ooltewah TN and enjoy hiking trails, exploring coffee shops and other stereotypical millennial activities. Ethan Wu is a Junior at Southern Advenist University studying computer science. Wu is also a part of the Engage Ministry program with SAU’s recruiting team. In his spare time, he really enjoys listening to and getting lost in music.
Boundaries
Ryan Becker
Season 4 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC and at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN. Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas and employees of Southern Adventist University. One of the most challenging things to do, is to set boundaries in your life. Some people are fantastic at this and others have some work to do. In today's episode, Ryan and his guests explore their own journeys with boundaries in their lives. Let's listen! Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests: Nena Madrigal is from Chattanooga, TN and a student at Southern Adventist University. She loves spicy food, hiking, music, people and service. After graduating, she hopes to work in the mission field. Jacob Fisher is a senior digital broadcast Major at Southern from Calhoun, GA. He loves video games, swimming, and anything Star Wars. Fisher wants to spread people’s stories and make people laugh!