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This episode is a taster for House Conference and delves into the topic of the conference, "The Cost and the Joy of Sacrifice". It looks at what sacrificial discipleship means in children's and youth ministry, exploring the theological and practical aspects of living as 'a living sacrifice,' inspired by Romans 12:1. The conversation covers how to encourage young believers to live sacrificially in a culture that values individualism and how ministry workers and volunteers can model and teach this lifestyle. Guests Mel Bell, Josh Ord, Koh Saito, and Meaghan Gates contribute their insights into the topic and why they're exited to dive into the topic in August.
House Conference | Tuesday 26th - Thursday 28th August - ***Early Bird Closes On the 31st of May***
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Time Stamps
02:51 Effective Ministry Podcast Introduction
03:27 House Conference 2025: Event Details
04:09 Panel Discussion: The Theology of Sacrifice
05:33 Introducing the Panelists
06:56 The Central Question: Living as a Living Sacrifice
09:55 Challenges and Nuances of Sacrifice
15:06 Personal Reflections on Sacrifice
29:15 Reflecting on Ministry and Personal Growth
30:40 The Role of Sacrifice in Christian Life
31:34 Balancing Joy and Sacrifice in Ministry
35:06 Empowering Youth Through Sacrificial Living
54:45 Intergenerational Wisdom and Sacrifice
56:28 Conclusion and Upcoming Conference