Podcasting has been an interesting ride for me. For several years, we at Dare 2 Share have produced some well-received youth ministry podcasts, including Gospelize with Greg Stier and The Greg Stier Youth Ministry Podcast.
These podcasts have performed well in the youth ministry sphere, equipping leaders and inspiring teenagers to share their faith. However, after years of podcasting to that specific audience, it’s increasingly felt like it’s time to broaden our reach.
It was with this in mind that several months ago we launched Radical Like Jesus with Greg Stier. And although it’s been effective on many levels, I’ve struggled to find my voice in an already crowded podcast world.
The 12 episodes we’ve released so far have involved me either chatting into the camera about the radical life of Jesus or interviewing people who live radically like Jesus or understand Him in a radical way.
Why I’m changing course
After much reflection and prayer, I’ve decided to make a shift. Starting in May, I’ll focus more on preaching rather than interviewing or simply talking into the camera.
I love interviewing others, but let’s be real: I’m no Joe Rogan or Jimmy Kimmel.
I’m a preacher.
And a preacher’s gotta preach.
What to expect moving forward
While there will still be occasional interviews (in fact, this week’s episode with student Grace Wallace is awesome), the primary format of Radical Like Jesus with Greg Stier will now center around preaching.
Expect a monthly sermon that unpacks deep truths from the Bible and shows us how to take radical steps of faith toward the revolutionary life Christ offers. And as soon as I’m able, I’ll increase the frequency beyond one sermon a month.
Preaching with urgency and passion
By God’s grace, I’m going to preach every sermon as if it were my last. I’ll use the life and teachings of Jesus to challenge my podcast audience to live radically like Him. And, as in every sermon I preach, the Gospel will be clearly presented, along with a challenge to respond.
Additionally, each episode will remind listeners and viewers of the power of the Gospel and the potential of teenagers. My passion and mission remain unchanged: to see this generation transformed by the message of Jesus and empowered to share it with the world.
A call to subscribe and spread the word
I invite you to subscribe and help me spread the word. Your support means the world to me, and I can’t wait to embark on this new Radical Like Jesus chapter together.
Be sure to tune in and subscribe at gregstier.org/podcast. I look forward to meeting you there with a powerful word to encourage and equip you to live and love radically.
