Leadership can be lonely. The weight of ministry is heavy. And in times like these—where division is rampant and the next generation is often misunderstood or criticized—I think we need to fight for community among other leaders.

Young Pastors Summit is a gathering with space for you to step away from the demands of ministry and take your cape off. It’s a chance to connect with other pastors who understand the unique pressures you face as a young pastor, to build friendships that will sustain you for the long haul, and to be poured into as much as you pour into others.

Young Pastors Summit 2025

Next Gen

Dr. Arianna Molloy, Associate Professor of Organizational Communication at Biola University and author of Healthy Calling dives into the realities of burnout from your calling.

 
As part of IVP, an organization dedicated to creating and publishing resources that deepen lives in Christ while engaging the university, the church, and the world, she tells us why our calling matters and how it connects us relationally to the Caller, Jesus Christ. She encourages us to avoid the temptations of workaholism and job idolization and evaluate where we are on the spectrum of burnout.

Healthy Calling

Education

There are certainly areas in which Catholics and Protestants don't agree. But where do they find common ground? In this clip - an excerpt from a full talk at Q Nashville in 2014 - the theologians Timothy George (a Protestant) and Matthew Levering (a Catholic) discuss areas in which we can find common ground. 

Catholics & Evangelicals

Church

Watch as Nick Benoit, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Wonderhunt, shares how Wonderhunt films express the truth of the Gospel,  engage emotions, and inspire viewers to explore deeper questions of faith.

Wonderhunt

Business

In this THINQ moment, Pastor Alex Seeley of The Belonging Co tackles this increasingly popular subject of "manifesting." She gives us five important questions to ask in discerning this and any new philosophy that comes up in culture. Watch now as she helps us understand what "manifesting" really is and whether or not this should be a practice in the Christian faith.

Should Christians Manifest?

Spiritual Formation

At the Asbury Outpouring, pastor and revival leader Zach Meerkreebs witnessed firsthand what happens when people make room for the Holy Spirit to work. In this talk, Zach unpacks how we can posture ourselves to receive an outpouring of God’s presence. He calls us to move beyond just longing for revival and instead take practical steps to create space for God to move in our lives, our churches, and our culture. Zach reminds us that revival isn’t something we manufacture—it’s something we prepare for. 
He challenges us to ask: Are we creating space for God to move, or are we too distracted, too busy, or too skeptical to welcome His presence?
Zach makes it clear that when we surrender, seek Him, and cultivate expectant faith, we create the conditions for an outpouring that can transform not just our lives, but entire communities.



Creating Space for an Outpouring

Master craftsman Matt Impola explores the intersection of faith, creativity, and meaningful work. Matt shares why craftsmanship still matters in a world of mass production and instant gratification. He challenges us to rethink the way we approach our work—whether in wood, words, or any other craft—and to see excellence, beauty, and attention to detail as acts of worship. In a culture that often prioritizes speed and efficiency over quality, Matt reminds us to slow down, to embrace the process, and to create things that are not only functional but meaningful. 

The Future of Craftsmanship

Future

With a message for both women and men, internationally known speaker and New York Times bestselling author Lisa Bevere addresses the confusing gender identity narratives in our culture. She calls out how God's original design of male and female has turned from a power union to a power struggle to the point that now women are acting like men and men are acting like women. 

Listen in as she implores the next generation of leaders to understand the truth of God’s unique design and encourages women to come together and reclaim their femininity to, in turn, make all of mankind stronger.


Reclaiming Femininity

Worldview

Founder of the Justice Defense Fund, Laila Mickelwait is the driving force behind the global movement to hold Pornhub accountable for its role in trafficking and abuse. In this talk, Laila exposes the dark realities of the porn industry, shares the incredible story behind the movement to take down Pornhub, and challenges us to take a stand for truth, justice, and the protection of the vulnerable.
Laila reminds us that real justice requires real action. She reveals how deeply embedded exploitation is in the porn industry and why accountability and corporate responsibility matter in the fight against human trafficking and abuse. Her story is proof that one person’s courage, paired with a movement of truth-tellers, can bring about real change. 


Taking Down Pornhub

Sexuality

Joshua Broome spent six years in the adult film industry before he discovered God’s truth and grace. He's now a pastor and shares with others about the impact of fatherlessness and the snares of pornography. With 40 million Americans regularly viewing pornography, this is an important message for all of us to hear. Watch as Joshua sheds light on our sex-saturated culture and the lies we're told about sex and relationships. He reminds us there’s nothing out of reach of God’s unconditional love. 

Navigating a Sex Saturated Culture

Jonathan "JP" Pokluda, Lead Pastor of Harris Creek Baptist Church and author of Your Story Has a Villain, unmasks a topic most people have a hard time talking about—including Christians. JP explores who Satan really is, where Satan is, and the spiritual warfare Satan is capable of unleashing in our lives. JP also gives insight into how Satan's attacks are proportional to our ministry and influence. Watch now to learn important strategies to counter the Enemy's lies and accusations with the victory and abundant life we have in Jesus.


Unmasking Spiritual Warfare

Bestselling author, speaker, and co-founder of Messenger International, John Bevere has spent decades calling believers to deeper intimacy with God through reverence and obedience. In this talk, John unpacks what it means to have a healthy fear of God—not a fear that drives us away, but one that draws us closer in awe, respect, and devotion. He explains why a proper understanding of this biblical concept is crucial for a thriving faith and how it unlocks deeper wisdom, boldness, and blessing in our lives. 

A Healthy Fear of God

Revivalist, speaker, and leader behind Saturate Global, Jessi Green is dedicated to seeing grassroots revival break out across America. She carries a passion for awakening people to the transformative power of the gospel and mobilizing believers to bring renewal to their communities. In this talk, Jessi shares how true revival isn’t just about big events—it’s about ordinary people being ignited by the Spirit to bring change right where they are. She challenges us to rethink what revival really looks like—it’s not confined to church walls or conferences but happens in homes, workplaces, and the streets when believers step out in faith. She reminds us that revival starts with individuals who are willing to be obedient, to pray, and to take action. 



Grassroots Revival

Dr. Jeff Myers, President of Summit Ministries, unpacks how well-meaning ideas can sometimes have destructive consequences. He helps us sharpen our discernment so we can recognize false narratives, think critically, and respond with wisdom and conviction.  
He challenges us to engage thoughtfully with the messages we encounter, asking deeper questions and testing ideas against truth rather than emotion or cultural trends.
He also equips us with the tools to spot and challenge misleading ideologies while offering a compelling, hope-filled alternative. 


Identifying Bad Ideas with Good Intentions

New York Times bestselling author and speaker, Jefferson Bethke unpacks the confusion surrounding masculinity in today’s world. He challenges both the extremes of toxic masculinity and passive manhood, offering a vision of strength, leadership, and responsibility rooted in God’s design. He reminds us that true masculinity isn’t about dominance or passivity—it’s about servant leadership, strength under control, and living with intentionality.

The Masculinity Crisis

Are you walking with pebbles in your shoes? Therapist and author Jason VanRuler offers this simple metaphor as a way to show how unbearable and damaging secrets can be if we don't address them. With leaders in church and culture falling all around us, it's important for us to understand the gravity of secrets. Jason points out that we all have two choices in dealing with our secrets: We can disclose them or we can deny them. Watch as he encourages Christian leaders to create a Luke 12:2 rhythm of bringing any darkness into the light by employing the LIGHT Model for accountability.

Expose Your Secret

Humanitarian, speaker, and founder of For the Martyrs, Gia Chacon confronts a sobering yet deeply inspiring reality—the persecution of Christians around the world. She shares first-hand stories of believers who remain steadfast in their faith despite intense suffering. She challenges us to consider what true faith looks like in the face of opposition and how we, as the global Church, can stand in solidarity with those risking everything for the gospel. Watch as Gia reminds us that faith isn’t just about what we believe—it’s about how we live, even in the face of hardship. 

Faith in the Face of Persecution

Global

Ryan Bangert from Alliance Defending Freedom addresses the growing trend of censorship and its threat to free speech and truth. 

Highlighting cases worldwide and in the U.S., Ryan discusses how individuals face penalties for expressing beliefs on topics like gender, religion, and politics, often under government pressure. 
He emphasized that free speech is fundamental to human dignity, truth, and divine purpose, urging resistance to censorship and false ideologies. 

Press in as Ryan calls for safeguarding free speech as essential not only to personal freedoms but also to preserving space for the Gospel and truth for future generations.

The Censorship Trend

Grant Skeldon sits down with Zac Lawson and Rebecca Brunner—two artists who believe creativity isn’t just for entertainment, but a way to connect with deeper truth and emotion. Zac Lawson is a two-time grammy-nominated songwriter/producer with his brother, JVKE, best known for their song Golden Hour. Rebecca Brunner is a singer, songwriter who appeared on The Voice and America’s Got Talent and is best known for her song Round Hole. In this conversation, both Zac and Rebecca explore what it means to create art that resonates with the soul, stirs something real in the human experience, and ultimately points back to the Creator. They challenge us to move beyond trends and create with authenticity, passion, and a sense of purpose.

Art You Can Feel

Ever wonder what really drives your emotions, your choices, and your relationship with yourself and others? Author, speaker and executive coach Mike Foster teaches the Primal Question Framework that includes the 7 important questions people should ask to help uncover what drives their deepest need. These questions help us identify old wounds and patterns that continue to sabotage our story and empower us to move forward in freedom. Watch now to pinpoint your primal question.