YouthVibes

Are you addicted to your phone? Join the show this week as we consider the effects of addictions to our phones with David Ocheke and Odessa Aki. Hosts: Joy Wazoh and Nkami Iwara

It's Thanksgiving Week at ECWA Plateau Church, so this week, we have a special episode talking about the importance of giving thanks - especially after the year 2023 was. The conversation takes on a meta tone next, looking behind the scenes of the Youth Ministry of ECWA Plateau Church (as well as the introduction of the 2024 Theme for the Fellowship) and wraps up with a lookahead for YouthVibe...

The series wraps up this week with a two-part episode reviewing the points raised in previous episodes from the lens of older church members involved in youth ministry and church leadership. We talk in this first part about the importance of the central nature of the Word of God to the building and establishment of the Church, as well as the nature of godly living and consistency with the Word of...

The finale to the Shaking Tables series asks: how do we work to get younger people more involved in our churches? What do you do when your church doesn't appear to meet your needs? We wrap up the series by asking what we lose when our orthodox churches have died out. Guests: Mr Ben Osawe and Prof Amaka Ocheke. Host: Daniel Sule

If the young people are flocking to the newer churches because of deficiencies in the older churches, then how should the older churches course correct? How do you position your church to work best for young people? Guests: Mrs Anvou Dalyop (née Jambol), Mr Israel Daniel, Ms Seyelnen Molwus and Mr Promise Salawu. Host: Daniel Sule

What draws young people to newer churches? Are they interested in the things of God or are they simply looking for the next big thing? The conversation continues this week with Mrs Anvou Dalyop (née Jambol), Ms Seyelnen Molwus and Mr Promise Salawu. This is the second in our Shaking Tables series.

Young people flock these days to newer churches; much to the chagrin of the proponents of more orthodox church institutions. Is this a problem? This week on YouthVibes, we begin the conversation with an introspection into our own church - ECWA Plateau Church - looking at our own shortcomings and successes. Guests: Mrs Anvou Dalyop (née Jambol), Mr Israel Daniel, Barr Seyelnen Molwus and Mr Promise...

In the final episode of the year, the Team goes over their thoughts on Christmas. Thanks to everyone for listening through the year, and also to our amazing guests for their insights. Looking forward to the year ahead.

Why do students commit malpractice, and is it indicative of larger systemic issues? The last scheduled podcast for this year has Godfrey Ali host a conversation with Joan Ya'akugh and Plangkat Musa on their thoughts and experiences around examination malpractice.

The importance of the economy as a sphere of influence cannot be overemphasized. This week on the show, the conversation turns to the inner workings of the economy and its role in society. Daniel Sule speaks to Prof. Likita Ogba, the Head of Department of Economics at the University of Jos.

With the focus on working in positions that are directly or at the very least adjacently aligned with your passion and goals, have we lost sight of the importance of doing work because it is good? Ever wondered about the true essence of dignity in labour? In this episode, we unravel the layers of significance behind the work we do. Join Mrs Anita Mallum, Mr Istifanus Gurumtet and Mr Godfrey Ali as...

Everyone wants to go to heaven, but most people aren't too clear on what we're going to do when we go there, and those that do have answers don't necessarily inspire the confidence of the vast majority. This week on YouthVibes, Joy Wazoh and Daniel Sule speak to Mr Silas Agaldo on many reigning theories of heaven and how to make sense of what heaven could possibly be like.

We all want to make money. So why is it taking so long? This episode contains audio from the recording on Levelling Up as well as new clips. Guests: Sarah Onuh, Dr Comfort Daniyam, Dzarma Gwary Host: Daniel Sule

With communication as a vital skill for everyday interactions, it's more important than ever to figure out how best to communicate within our families. Join Prof Amaka Ocheke as she has a conversation with Ms Jemimah Osawe, Mrs Kemi Ige and Mr Samuel Kwotbok on the importance of and skills needed for communication within families

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We all like to fit in - and that's fine for most situations. But what happens when the place and the people you're trying to fit in with are completely against everything you stand for? This week on YouthVibes, Joy Wazoh and Joshua Agbatse have a conversation with Dr Nathan Shehu - a member of our community and a medical doctor with the Jos University Teaching Hospital - about the importan...

We all make mistakes, but are those mistakes ours to own, or are we unduly influenced by forces beyond our control. What we're trying to ask is: can the devil make anyone do anything? Join Istifanus Gurumtet for a conversation on will and responsibility and the place of individual agency in decision-making. Guests: Mrs Nankwat Kwotbok and Pastor Ebenezer Obiomah

With an emphasis on focus and dedication to one's work, the world teaches us how to best hone in on specific things as far as making a living is concerned. Go to your 9 to 5 job and make a decent living. Also, give it your all so you don't get laid off. With incomes staying stagnant over decades, however, that doesn't seem to be a realistic goal or target. Meeting the challenge, young people have...

In studying the Bible, it can be genuinely hard to get past the books of Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy... for some people, it's Chronicles. All the same, it's crucial to study the Bible and to do so regularly. YouthVibes this week goes into some of the ways you can build a healthy habit of digging into the Word of God. Host: Godfrey Ali Guests: Mr Benjamin Agaldo, Prof Amaka Ocheke

Fresh off the 2023 Youth Ministry retreat, this week recaps the highlights of the retreat and gives a sneak peek into all it entailed for all who could not make it there. Guests: Ruby Nyabam and Longnan Mwanse Hosts: Joshua Agbatse and Marvelous Clement

Going into the University is a pivotal moment in many people's lives. It's where most discover your identity and where you make most of your fundamental life-altering decisions. YouthVibes this week tackles the expectations people had before going into the university and the reality of what hit them once they got in. Guests: Divine Adamu, Elijah Gang Guest Hosts: Dalipa Gwary, Joy Wazoh

Why do some guys find it hard to date girls from their church, and vice versa? How should Christians even look at the dating scene if you don't select the people you have grown up with and known basically every Sunday since you started going to church? Dalipa Gwary and Marvelous Clement have a conversation with Mr Silas Agaldo and Ms Lydia Samuel Kaze on the importance of the selection process in...

Everyone looks like they've got life all figured out. For those same people, it's almost like life just moves smoothly from one big thing to the next. For some people, however, it can be complicated trying to figure out where to go next and what you're going to do with your life. If you're in the latter camp, this podcast is for you. We know that finding God's purpose for your...

Friendships are such an important part of living a healthy life. We were created to be in community with others and to do life together. In this episode, We discussed the power of Friendship and the impact it can make in our lives. Enjoy!

The sphere of government is one of the more evident influential spheres, and while the church takes a more active role in some of the spheres we've considered over the last four months, the levers of government are viewed as irrelevant by most believers. More Christians are awakening to their responsibilities in directing the affairs of the nation, but is it too little, too late, or can we act...