Thrive Youth Ministries
The Heart of a Youth Leader
This is for anyone working with children or young people in a church context, and will help you to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus as you invest in the next generations. You can watch episodes on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thriveyouthmin Created by Thrive Youth Ministries in UK.
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Mar 9, 2026
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Episodes
God's delight | Psalm 23:3 13.12.2021 7:48
This week, Andy points out something in a psalm that we know very well, yet he hadn't ever noticed it before! 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
Entertaining Angels | Hebrews 13:1-2 06.12.2021 7:09
This week, Andy thinks about the more tricky characters in our youth group and thinks of ways to connect with them, as well as seeing God in them. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
The Power of a Kind Word | Proverbs 12:25 29.11.2021 8:38
This week, Andy explores anxiety and how a kind word can be just what's needed to ease the burden sometimes. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
What Breaks Your Heart? | John 11:35 22.11.2021 8:09
This week, Andy explores what broke the heart of Jesus and why, and what it can teach us today about aligning our heart with God's. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
Time to celebrate! | Psalm 136 15.11.2021 10:01
Unbelievably Thrive is 10 years old so in this episode Andy talks about the importance of celebrating and focusing our attention on giving praise to God for all things, and in all things. If you want to find out more about Thrive's Manifesto for 21st Century Youth Work, click here . 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young...
Learn to meditate | Psalm 46:10 08.11.2021 8:30
In this episode, Andy talks about how enforced stopping helped him to meditate and experience the joys of being still in God's presence. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
God's pursuit | Psalm 23:6 01.11.2021 7:44
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, Andy thinks about the truth that God always chasing after us because He loves us so much. Stop and enjoy! You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
Family gatherings | Matthew 12:46-50 18.10.2021 9:11
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. 'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, Andy looks at the difference between being a community and being God's family, and how this subtle...
How to cope with pressure | Psalm 69 11.10.2021 8:47
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, Andy looks at how David coped with pressure and life's difficulties and two simple, yet profound, lessons we can draw. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
God's Big Idea | 1 Samuel 16:1-12 04.10.2021 8:52
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, Andy talks about what to do when God gives us clear guidance on what to do and to keep checking our next step. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
Love one another | John 13:34-35 27.09.2021 9:11
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, Andy talks about Jesus' challenge to love one another and how this shows others that we are his followers. What does this mean for how we relate to young people, to other leaders and to our churches? You can also watch this episode on You...
Dealing with disagreeable leaders | 1 Samuel 12:22-24 20.09.2021 9:32
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, Andy talks about frustrations with our church leaders, and how we should respond - using Samuel as an example of a humble and godly way to react. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
A new term, time to realign! | 1 Samuel 7:3-4 13.09.2021 9:03
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. A new season starts with the new school year, and there's time now to catch up as we won't post new episodes during school holidays. So if you miss an episode, there'll be chances throughout the term to catch up! In this episode, In this episode...
36. Idealistic | Matthew 5:1-12 06.09.2021 9:00
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, we finish our mini-series exploring the characteristics of Jesus. Andy looks at how Jesus was an idealist and how this helps us look for the best in our lives. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
35. Committed and devoted | John 9:1-7 30.08.2021 8:14
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, we continue our mini-series exploring the characteristics of Jesus. Andy looks at how Jesus was completely committed to what He came to do, and to those around Him, and how young people value commitment. You can also watch this episode on You...
34. Uncomplaining | Luke 23:34 23.08.2021 9:49
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, we continue our mini-series exploring the characteristics of Jesus. Andy looks at how Jesus never complained or grumbled, despite having more reason to than we do! You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.or...
33. Thoughtful and Tactful | John 8:3-11 16.08.2021 11:04
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, we continue our mini-series exploring the characteristics of Jesus. Andy looks at the importance of being thoughtful and tactful, focusing on how well Jesus demonstrated these, and the transformation it resulted in. You can also watch this e...
32. Be encouraged! | Matthew 9:1-6 & v18-22 09.08.2021 11:03
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, we continue our mini-series exploring the characteristics of Jesus. Andy looks at how Jesus is the ultimate encourager and will cheer us on in all we do. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
31. Jesus' humour |Matthew 18:1-4 02.08.2021 10:17
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, we continue our mini-series exploring the characteristics of Jesus. Andy looks at Jesus' sense of humour, how we can easily miss how funny he was and how Jesus was fun to be with. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out mor...
30. Traditional or carefree? | Mark 7:1-8 26.07.2021 8:54
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, we continue our mini-series exploring the characteristics of Jesus. Andy looks at how Jesus challenged the traditions of the Pharisees and rather took a more carefree approach, looking for relationship rather than religion. You can also watch...
29. The Character of Jesus: Kind and Considerate | John 20:24-29 19.07.2021 8:28
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, we continue our mini-series exploring the characteristics of Jesus, Andy focuses in on how Jesus was kind, considerate and loving. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
28. Courageous | John 2:13-17 & 18:3-8 12.07.2021 11:13
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, we continue our mini-series exploring the characteristics of Jesus, Andy focuses in on Jesus' humility. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
27. Humility | Matthew 8:19-20 05.07.2021 8:41
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, we continue our mini-series exploring the characteristics of Jesus, Andy focuses in on Jesus' humility. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
26. Approachable | Matthew 19:13-15 28.06.2021 8:41
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, Andy thinks about another characteristic of Jesus and that is how approachable he was and is! You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
25. Authenticity | Luke 2:42-52 21.06.2021 9:16
'The Heart of a Youth Leader' is a weekly series, aimed at all those who work with children and young people in a church context. In this episode, Andy thinks about how authentic Jesus was and how attractive this is to young people. You can also watch this episode on YouTube . Find out more at www.thriveym.org.uk
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