The Leader Lounge
The Leader Lounge Podcast helps youth leaders and parents bring the stories of Jesus to life so they can communicate the Gospel with kids in a way that is clear, compelling, and true. Co-hosts Emily and Chris Storms are Young Life and WyldLife leaders who love Scripture and enjoy helping others grow in biblical literacy, curiosity, and confidence as they share Jesus with teenagers. Each week, in about 20 minutes, they read a Gospel story, talk through honest questions and observations, and model how to retell that story in everyday language your kids can actually understand and remember. Whether you are a high school or college-age ministry leader or a parent who wants more natural Gospel conversations at home, you will walk away from every episode with a clearer picture of Jesus and practical ideas for your next Club talk, Bible study, or bedtime conversation. New episodes release every Tuesday morning, offering a light, fun, and inspirational space to deepen your love for Scripture and become a better communicator of the Gospel.
Episodes
In this episode, we complete a 3-part discussion about Jesus and the cross. All 4 Gospels give details about Jesus betrayal, arrest, trial, and crucifixion. For this one, we focus all the details laid out in John's account.
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In this episode, we continue a 3-part discussion about Jesus and the cross. All 4 Gospels give details about Jesus betrayal, arrest, trial, and crucifixion. For this one, we focus all the details laid out in Matthew and Luke.
Note: We provide links to specific resources; this is not an endorsement of the entire website, author, organization, etc. Their views may not represent our's.
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...In this episode, we begin to have a 3-part discussion about Jesus heading toward the cross. All 4 Gospels give details about Jesus betrayal, arrest, trial, and crucifixion. For this one, we focus all the details laid out in Chapter 14 and 15 of Mark's account.
RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED
- I Am Barabbas by Josiah Queen
Note: We provide links to specific resources; this is not an endorsement of the entire webs...
In this episode we read John 11:1-50 and discuss the story of Jesus raising his friend Lazarus from the dead. Jesus got word that Lazarus was sick, but he stayed where he was long enough for Lazarus to die. His disciples couldn't believe when he wanted to go back to Judea because the Jewish leaders had already tried to kill him there. When they arrived, Lazarus' sisters, Martha and Mary both approached Jes...
In this episode, we use a few different parts of scripture to talk about sin, then we finish up with the story of Jesus talking with a rich young man. The man asks Jesus what must be done to inherit eternal life. Jesus invites to man give up all his stuff and come follow him, but instead of following, the man turns around and walks away.
WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
- Some of the scriptures used today: John 8:24, Romans 3:23...
Jesus and his disciples travel through Samaria and Jesus encounters a Samaritan woman at a well. They have a conversation, Jesus tells her all about her life, and tells her who he really is. She goes into town and tells everyone!
WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
- Jesus didn't really have to pass through Samaria for traveling purposes, but he did have to so he could encounter the woman.
- Jesus crosses cultural barriers by talk...
Jesus gets in a boat with his disciples and says, "Let's go to the other side of the lake." Then, he finds a cozy spot in the back of the boat and falls asleep. Without warning, a fierce storm comes upon the lake. The wind and the waves appear to be too much for the small boat. It starts taking on water and the disciples, including several seasoned fishermen, are terrified. The call out to Jesus, waki...
Talking about the paralyzed man who is carried to Jesus by four of his friends. When they get to the house, they can't get in because of the crowd, so they climb to the roof, dig a hole in it, and lower their friend down to Jesus. Jesus tells the man his sins are forgiven and the religious leaders are beside themselves, because Jesus is doing something only God can do. Then, Jesus heals the man physically, prov...
Jesus performs his first sign at a wedding party, turning water into wine, and keeping the party going. By doing so, he saved a family from the shame of running out of wine and instead made them stand out above everyone else for saving the best wine for later.
WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
- Do we know Bible stories well enough that we can just recall them from memory?
- Have kids retell Bible stories and see if they got it right...
Jesus asks a few fishermen to follow him and they do! It might have had something to do with what they already knew about him, or what John the Baptist said about him. And, what probably sealed the deal was all the fish he miraculously filled their nets and boats with.
WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
- Chris & Emily's backgrounds in ministry and education.
- The synoptic gospels - Matthew, Mark, & Luke
- Matthew was writt...
We talk about Phillip's conversation with Nathaniel regarding Jesus. Nathaniel is skeptical at first, but Phillip invites him to "come and see" for himself. Nathaniel quickly comes to believe that Jesus is Lord.
WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
- Emily is handwriting the Bible.
- Background of John the Baptist and Jesus
- John 1:43-51
- John says "The next day." So, what happened before this story?
- Jesus is always...
This is our first episode. We spend a few minutes talking about why we are doing this and what we hope it will be for you.
WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
- A story about Bible stories
- Is the Bible a reference book or something we know and memorize?
- Deuteronomy 6:4-9
- Who this podcast is for: youth leaders, parents, people who love the Bible.
- These podcasts will be under 20 minutes.
RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED
Welcome to the Leader Lounge Podcast, where youth ministry leaders and parents come together to dive into Bible stories with a curiosity that will bring the stories to life and plant them in our hearts.
First episode is January 6, 2026!
WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
- Host Introductions
- Podcast Mission
- Format Preview
RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED
Note: We provide links to specific resources;...
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