The Youth Room

This episode encourages students to see going back to school as a divine assignment, emphasizing the importance of living out faith boldly and intentionally in a new school year. Levi shares practical ways to be a light, including starting Bible clubs and praying for your campus.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction: Embracing the New School Year
01:52 Going Back as a Sent, Not Just Returning
04:14 The Universal Experience of Starting School
05:13 Living Faith in a Secular Environment
07:06 Starting and Growing P7 Clubs in Schools
08:54 Stories of Students Making an Impact
10:51 Joseph’s Example: Living Out Faith in Egypt
15:09 Being Bold and Authentic for Jesus
17:12 Building Altars in Your School Year
19:03 Practical Ways to Pray and Reach Your School
20:56 Walking with Purpose and Identity in Christ

Keywords
back to school, faith, evangelism, P7 clubs, spiritual growth, student ministry, Christian students, evangelism in school, Christian leadership, youth ministry

Summary
Levi Golding shares insights on how youth camps inspire spiritual growth, foster community, and how to carry that fire back home. Discover practical steps to maintain your faith and influence others beyond camp.

Chapters
00:00 Welcome to the Youth Room Podcast
01:53 The Magic of Youth Camps
11:12 Experiencing God at Camp
18:05 Building a Camp Lifestyle
21:48 The Call to Discipleship

Resources
John 1 - The Bible
UPCI Youth Ministries
Matthew 28:19-20 - The Great Commission

What happens when you stop waiting… and just say YES?
In this episode of The Youth Room (a UPCI Youth Ministries Podcast for Students and Young Adults), Levi Golden sits down with Bro. Kyle Grissom (Louisiana CMI Director) to talk about calling, purpose, and how God can use your obedience—even when you don’t feel ready.
This Christian podcast for youth dives into the powerful story behind Backyard Worship, a small youth gathering that turned into a movement impacting campus ministry in Louisiana and beyond.
If you’re a student, young adult, or youth leader trying to understand your purpose, step into your calling, or grow in your walk with God—this episode will challenge and inspire you.

KEY MOMENTS
00:00 – Intro01:10 – Meet Bro. Kyle Grissom03:15 – The start of Backyard Worship10:20 – Funny/chaotic youth moments 😂14:30 – From backyard to CMI Director19:00 – Speaking to students: answering the call23:00 – Devotional: Just say YES

KEYWORDS
Christian podcast for youth, youth ministry podcast, UPCI Youth Ministries, campus ministry, Christian motivation, finding your calling, purpose in God, youth group stories, revival stories, Christian leadership, student ministry, apostolic youth, living for God as a young person

Welcome to The Youth Room — a podcast by UPCI Youth Ministries.
This isn’t just another church podcast.
This is our space.
In this first episode, Levi Golden introduces himself, shares the vision behind The Youth Room, and tells the story of how simple “yes” moments changed the direction of his life.
From singing off-key to stepping into calling, this episode is a reminder that God doesn’t need perfection — He just needs willingness.
If you’re a middle schooler, high schooler, or college student wondering whether God can use you… this one’s for you.
🔥 Comment where you're from and what youth group you're repping.
📱 Send us your funniest youth room stories.
🎤 Tell us the sermon that changed your life.
Revival doesn’t start on a stage.
It starts when someone decides not to sit in the back row of their calling.

In a world focused on getting, Jesus invites us to live differently—by giving. In this episode of The Youth Room, Jordan and Daniel talk about what it really means to live with open hands and a generous heart.
Giving isn’t just about money. It’s about your time, your energy, your skills, and your willingness to serve. And it’s not optional—it’s central to who we are as followers of Jesus.
In this episode:
Why giving starts with what God has already given you

How generosity goes beyond the offering plate

What it means to give with joy, not guilt

Why small sacrifices can make a big impact

How giving actually changes you

This is a practical, down-to-earth conversation about using what you have to bless others. Because at the end of the day, the gift is already in your hands—the question is what you’ll do with it.
Listen now and ask yourself: What am I doing with what I’ve been given?