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Not Your Parent's Religion

Hi, friends, I am your host, Pastor Robert Young, and welcome to Not Your Parents Religion Podcast. This podcast dives deep into the truths of faith and spirituality. In previous seasons, we focused on correcting misinformation about religious beliefs and practices, However, this new season brings a fresh perspective as we explore the power of Christian meditation. 

With our 30+ years of Church planting and mentoring other Pastors, 30+ years of training leaders in evangelism/discipleship and a deeper connection with God, let me guide you through calming, reflective and transformative meditative practices inspired by scripture. 

Through these moments of stillness and connection with God, we hope to help you deepen your faith and find inner peace.

Tune in each week as we lead you on a journey of spiritual exploration and renewal.

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Episodes

House Church Evangelism: Redefining Success and Taking Spiritual Authority #211

Send us a text Ever wondered why traditional church buildings feel intimidating to so many people? House churches offer a refreshingly different approach to evangelism that meets people where they are—in comfortable, relational settings where genuine conversations about faith can naturally unfold. Pastor Young takes us deep into the evangelistic power of house churches, revealing how these intimate gatherings create spaces where the message of Jesus can reach those who might never enter a conven...

Jun 15, 202529 minSeason 3Ep. 211

Daily Devotion & Meditation: The Power of Praise | Day 5

Send us a text Reflection Question: How does your view of God impact the way you worship and praise Him? Support the show Consider helping us to take the Gospel to others here: https://patreon.com/churchplanting https://cash.app/$WellnessInstitute Leave a voicemail question or prayer requests here: (585) 331-3424 Leave an email question, prayer requests or comment here: robyoung51.ry@gmail.com...

May 30, 20251 min

Daily Devotion & Meditation: The Power of Praise | Day 4

Send us a text Reflection Question: How can you use your talents and gifts to bring glory and honor to God through praise? Support the show Consider helping us to take the Gospel to others here: https://patreon.com/churchplanting https://cash.app/$WellnessInstitute Leave a voicemail question or prayer requests here: (585) 331-3424 Leave an email question, prayer requests or comment here: robyoung51.ry@gmail.com...

May 29, 20251 min

The Cross-Dresser Controversy: How One House Church Wrestled with the Issue. #210

Send us a text A pastor publicly humiliates a cross-dresser who entered his church, demanding they leave immediately - but was this truly representing Christ? Our latest episode drops us into the middle of a raw, unfiltered house church conversation as believers wrestle with this incident that struck close to home when someone shared the viral video in their group text. The dialogue reveals the complex emotions and theological perspectives that emerge when Christians confront issues of acceptanc...

May 28, 202513 minSeason 3Ep. 210

Daily Devotion & Meditation: The Power of Praise | Day 3

Send us a text Reflection Question: How can you incorporate praise and thanksgiving into your daily prayer life? Support the show Consider helping us to take the Gospel to others here: https://patreon.com/churchplanting https://cash.app/$WellnessInstitute Leave a voicemail question or prayer requests here: (585) 331-3424 Leave an email question, prayer requests or comment here: robyoung51.ry@gmail.com...

May 28, 20251 min

Daily Devotion & Meditation: The Power of Praise | Day 2

Send us a text Reflection Question: What are some ways you can express your praise to God in your everyday activities? Support the show Consider helping us to take the Gospel to others here: https://patreon.com/churchplanting https://cash.app/$WellnessInstitute Leave a voicemail question or prayer requests here: (585) 331-3424 Leave an email question, prayer requests or comment here: robyoung51.ry@gmail.com...

May 27, 20251 min

Daily Devotion & Meditation: The Power of Praise | Day 1

Send us a text Reflection Question: How can you make praise a consistent and natural part of your daily life? Support the show Consider helping us to take the Gospel to others here: https://patreon.com/churchplanting https://cash.app/$WellnessInstitute Leave a voicemail question or prayer requests here: (585) 331-3424 Leave an email question, prayer requests or comment here: robyoung51.ry@gmail.com...

May 26, 20251 min

The Power of Praise | Why Am I Here Series | #209

Send us a text Praise isn't just something we do when everything's going right—it's a spiritual discipline that transforms our relationship with God regardless of circumstances. This guided Christian meditation explores why praise matters and how it answers one of our deepest existential questions: "Why am I here?" Drawing from Hebrews 13:15, we explore praise as "the fruit of our lips"—a continuous offering to God that transcends our circumstances. The meditation begins with a soul-cleansing re...

May 25, 202517 minSeason 3Ep. 209

Daily Devotion & Meditation: The Power of Worship | Day 6

Send us a text Reflection: How does worship invite God's presence into our midst? Support the show Consider helping us to take the Gospel to others here: https://patreon.com/churchplanting https://cash.app/$WellnessInstitute Leave a voicemail question or prayer requests here: (585) 331-3424 Leave an email question, prayer requests or comment here: robyoung51.ry@gmail.com...

May 24, 20252 min

When Jesus and Politics Collide: Concerns About the "Bring Religion Back Initiative." #208

Send us a text What happens when faith becomes a political talking point? Pastor Robert Young's ministry confronts this exact challenge as America grapples with religion's role in public life. Through an unprecedented look at his ministry's evangelism packet, we uncover a striking concern within Christian communities that the "bringing religion back" narrative from political figures might fundamentally misrepresent what they consider authentic Christianity. The real story isn't about political m...

May 24, 202510 min

Daily Devotion & Meditation: The Eternal Worship | Day 5

Send us a text Reflection: How does our worship on earth connect us to the eternal worship in heaven? How can we live a life of worship that echoes throughout eternity? Support the show Consider helping us to take the Gospel to others here: https://patreon.com/churchplanting https://cash.app/$WellnessInstitute Leave a voicemail question or prayer requests here: (585) 331-3424 Leave an email question, prayer requests or comment here: robyoung51.ry@gmail.com...

May 23, 20252 min

Daily Devotion & Meditation: The Unity of Worship | Day 4

Send us a text Support the show Consider helping us to take the Gospel to others here: https://patreon.com/churchplanting https://cash.app/$WellnessInstitute Leave a voicemail question or prayer requests here: (585) 331-3424 Leave an email question, prayer requests or comment here: robyoung51.ry@gmail.com...

May 22, 20252 min

House Church Revival: Inside the Meeting #207

Send us a text What does authentic Christian community look like when stripped of traditional church structures? This episode offers a rare, unfiltered glimpse into a real house church gathering, where believers engage with scripture in profoundly personal ways. The recording begins with members acknowledging their foundation of trust and mutual accountability. Though strangers initially, they've formed a community dedicated to supporting each other's spiritual journeys. What follows is a rich e...

May 21, 202514 minSeason 3Ep. 208

Daily Devotion & Meditation: The Joy of Worship | Day 3

Send us a text Support the show Consider helping us to take the Gospel to others here: https://patreon.com/churchplanting https://cash.app/$WellnessInstitute Leave a voicemail question or prayer requests here: (585) 331-3424 Leave an email question, prayer requests or comment here: robyoung51.ry@gmail.com...

May 21, 20252 min

Daily Devotion & Meditation: The Cost of Worship | Day 2

Send us a text Support the show Consider helping us to take the Gospel to others here: https://patreon.com/churchplanting https://cash.app/$WellnessInstitute Leave a voicemail question or prayer requests here: (585) 331-3424 Leave an email question, prayer requests or comment here: robyoung51.ry@gmail.com...

May 20, 20252 minSeason 3Ep. 208

Daily Devotion & Meditation: The Heart of Worship | Day 1

Send us a text Support the show Consider helping us to take the Gospel to others here: https://patreon.com/churchplanting https://cash.app/$WellnessInstitute Leave a voicemail question or prayer requests here: (585) 331-3424 Leave an email question, prayer requests or comment here: robyoung51.ry@gmail.com...

May 19, 20252 minSeason 3Ep. 207

Why Am I Here Series! To Worship! #206

Send us a text Have you ever found yourself wondering about your purpose? Feeling confused, frightened, or angry about the meaning of your existence? You're not alone. This meditation begins a transformative journey into the fundamental question: "Why am I here?" The answer starts with worship. Drawing from Matthew 22:37, we explore Jesus' profound statement that our primary purpose is to "love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind." This isn't just re...

May 18, 202524 minSeason 3Ep. 206

House Church Revival: Transforming Communities and Generations #205

Send us a text The ancient practice of house churches—where believers gather in homes rather than formal buildings—could be the key to revitalizing faith in our disconnected modern world. Diving into excerpts from Pastor Young's forthcoming book "House Church Revival," we explore how this foundational Christian tradition might be exactly what today's spiritual seekers need. Everything begins with a powerful premise: authentic evangelism starts at home. The declaration in Joshua 24:15, "As for me...

May 14, 20258 minSeason 3Ep. 205

Honoring Mothers: Biblical Wisdom for Mother's Day

Send us a text The profound influence of mothers in our lives deserves more than annual recognition—it merits daily celebration and gratitude. Pastor Young delivers a heartfelt message that weaves together biblical wisdom and contemporary appreciation for the irreplaceable role mothers play in shaping our lives. Diving into scripture, this reflection explores how Ephesians 6:2-3 presents honoring mothers as the first commandment with a promise—that those who honor their parents may enjoy long li...

May 11, 20256 minSeason 3Ep. 204

Transforming Communities & Generations: The Power of One! #203

Send us a text Faith is never just a personal journey. Every time someone says "yes" to God, ripples begin that can transform families, communities, and even future generations. In this thought-provoking exploration of "The Power of One" from Pastor Young's upcoming book "God's Law of Harvest," we unpack how seemingly small spiritual decisions create enormous impact. While our culture often celebrates massive revivals and impressive conversion statistics, scripture reveals a different pattern: i...

May 07, 20256 minSeason 3Ep. 203

Navigating Life's Challenges with Pastoral Counseling #202

Send us a text We explore Pastor Young's pastoral counseling service, examining how his faith-based approach offers unique tools and perspectives for life's challenges compared to purely secular counseling. • Over 30 years of experience working with individuals and couples • Specializes in resolving marital conflict and supporting healthy relationships • Offers relapse prevention strategies for substance abuse • Helps develop success planning strategies including goal setting • Provides a nonjud...

May 04, 202510 minSeason 3Ep. 202

Easter's Message: Transcendent Hope for Modern Challenges

Send us a text The search for hope feels especially urgent today. With political divisions deepening, economic uncertainty looming, and global challenges mounting, many of us wonder where to find authentic hope that doesn't collapse under the weight of reality. Pastor Young's Easter message cuts through platitudes to offer something more substantial—transcendent hope rooted in the resurrection. This isn't the "fingers crossed" variety of wishful thinking but a resilient hope demonstrated through...

Apr 20, 202514 minSeason 3Ep. 201

Put Your Faith in God: Deep Dive with Dan & Sheila #200

Send us a text Have you ever wondered what it really means to have faith in God beyond just saying you believe? Pastor Robert Young's meditation takes us on a profound journey through the "faith chapter" of the Bible – Hebrews 11 – to explore faith not as blind hope, but as substantial evidence of unseen realities. While Pastor Young enjoys a well-deserved vacation, AI co-hosts Dan and Sheila guide us through his powerful meditation that challenges conventional understandings of faith. The explo...

Apr 16, 202511 minSeason 3Ep. 200

We Are On Vacation! 4/13 - 4/27/25

Send us a text Support the show Consider helping us to take the Gospel to others here: https://patreon.com/churchplanting https://cash.app/$WellnessInstitute Leave a voicemail question or prayer requests here: (585) 331-3424 Leave an email question, prayer requests or comment here: robyoung51.ry@gmail.com...

Apr 13, 20251 minSeason 3Ep. 199

Finding Hope in Darkness: Deep Dive with Dan & Sheila #199

Send us a text Pastor Robert Young's guided Christian meditation offers a transformative approach to finding hope when everything feels uncertain. We explore how to access an unshakable hope that doesn't depend on circumstances but flows from a deep spiritual connection. • Built on Romans 15:13 about being filled with hope through the Holy Spirit • Distinguished from ordinary optimism by its abundance and supernatural source • Referenced 1 Peter 3:15 on being ready to explain the hope we have in...

Apr 09, 20256 minSeason 3Ep. 199

Finding Hope in Darkness: Meditation from Romans 15:13 #198

Send us a text Hope often feels elusive in uncertain times. We look around at challenging circumstances and wonder how we can possibly maintain a positive outlook. Yet the Christian faith offers something deeper than mere optimism – it provides access to supernatural hope that transcends our immediate situation. This guided meditation takes you on a journey through Romans 15:13, where Paul reveals that God himself is the very source of hope. Through confession, intentional breathing exercises, a...

Apr 06, 202523 minSeason 3Ep. 198

No Need to Fear: Deep Dive with Dan & Sheila #197

Send us a text Fear lurks around every corner of our modern lives, yet the ancient wisdom of 2 Timothy 1:7 offers a profound alternative to anxiety-driven living. "For the spirit God gave us does not make us timid but gives us power, love and self-discipline." These words weren't written in a vacuum, but to a young church leader named Timothy who faced intense persecution and internal church conflict in ancient Ephesus. Pastor Robert Young's guided Christian meditation unpacks this powerful scri...

Apr 02, 20259 minSeason 3Ep. 197

No Need to Fear: Meditation from 2 Timothy 1:7 #196

Send us a text Fear has a way of paralyzing us, hampering our spiritual growth and preventing us from sharing the gospel. Yet the biblical truth remains unwavering – the Spirit that God has given us isn't one of timidity but of power, love, and self-discipline. This guided Christian meditation takes you through a transformative journey centered on 2 Timothy 1:7. Pastor Robert Young skillfully guides you through preparation of heart, mind, and body – beginning with confession, followed by deep br...

Mar 30, 202514 minSeason 3Ep. 196

Our Anger Does Not Change Hearts: Deep Dive with Dan & Sheila #195

Send us a text Navigating anger while maintaining your faith can feel like an impossible balancing act. How do you honor your genuine emotions while still responding in ways that align with your spiritual values? This deep dive into faith-based anger management offers a refreshing perspective that acknowledges anger as a valid emotion while providing practical tools to handle it in healthier ways. Pastor Young's approach begins with the radical idea that acknowledging your anger—rather than supp...

Mar 25, 202512 minSeason 3Ep. 195

Our Anger Does Not Change Hearts: Meditation from James 1:19-26 #194

Send us a text Anger has become a defining emotion of our time, especially for Christians navigating an increasingly divided world. How do we honor God with our emotions when everything from news headlines to social media seems designed to provoke us? In this meditation journey, we explore the profound wisdom of James 1:19-26, unlocking the biblical distinction between righteous indignation and destructive rage. Pastor Robert Young guides us through understanding that anger itself isn't sinful—b...

Mar 23, 202514 minSeason 3Ep. 194
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