The NPYA Podcast

NPYA is a gathering for adults in their 20's. On this weekly podcast, we will rotate between our latest message from NPYA and a conversation addressing an area of life where we can grow as followers of Jesus. We know this season of life can feel like you are still in process, so our desire is that this podcast will help equip you and assist you as you seek to live a life that honors God and follow Jesus in your everyday life. We hope you’ll tune in every week as we address these topics and more on the NPYA Podcast.

Social Fitness - Part 5 | Clay Cooney

In this final part of our Social Fitness series, Clay dives into one of the most overlooked but essential habits for relational health — honor. What does it mean to honor your parents, leaders, or even the people you disagree with? Why does God connect our well-being to how we treat others? Clay explores how choosing honor over contempt can heal families, strengthen communities, and make us more like Jesus.

11-10
38:23

Social Fitness - Part 4 | Nathan Brannon

In this week’s episode, Nathan dives into one of the most essential and often overlooked parts of social fitness: having mentors and guides in our lives. You do NOT want to miss this one!

10-20
54:11

Social Fitness - Part 3 | Clay & Allie Cooney

In Part 3 of our Social Fitness series, Clay and Allie teach a message together on one of the most important relationships you’ll ever train for — marriage. Whether you’re dating, engaged, or single and preparing for the future, this episode dives into four key tips to help you grow stronger in your romantic relationships.

10-09
50:03

Social Fitness - Part 2 | Clay Cooney

In Part 2 of our Social Fitness series, Clay unpacks how we’re constantly tempted to replace God with lesser things. Today, one of the biggest substitutes is technology, which can pull us away from authentic connection with God and others. But true social fitness in our walk with Him comes when we resist the substitutes and instead learn to leave distractions, linger in His presence, and listen to obey His voice.

09-23
37:39

In Process: Unplugging To Connect | Hannah Brencher

In this episode, we sit down for a conversation with author and speaker Hannah Brencher to talk more about the importance of unplugging, so whether you’re wrestling with busyness, distraction, or longing for deeper connections, we this conversation will help and encourage you.

09-15
34:48

Social Fitness - Part 1 | Clay Cooney

This week we’re kicking off a brand new series called Social Fitness where we’re learning how to train for the relationships that matter most. Just like physical fitness requires consistency, training, and a plan, so does our relational health. In Part 1, we look at three principles from Scripture that help us grow stronger as friends and as a community.

09-09
35:22

Lessons From The Lunchroom | Reece Mashaw

What if the circles you sit in today are shaping the future you’re walking into tomorrow? In this episode, Reece unpacks a surprising “food fight” moment in Galatians 2 and shows how the friendships and circles we choose carry real weight for our faith.

09-08
41:51

ONE Conference - Session 4 | Clay Cooney

In this final session of ONE Conference, Clay explores our world’s craving for passion and challenges the need for constant “reignition.” Instead, he points us toward what it looks like to sustain the fire, so our faith doesn’t just spark for a moment but burns strong for the long haul.

09-03
44:59

ONE Conference - Session 3 | Hannah Brencher

In this third session at ONE Conference, Hannah Brencher challenges us to reclaim the sacred gift of time away from screens, noise, and endless scrolling. She unpacks how “unplugged hours” create space for deeper connection with God, healthier rhythms, and more intentional relationships.

09-03
44:20

ONE Conference - Session 2 | Samer Massad

In this second session at ONE Conference, Samer Massad unpacks a powerful vision of the church as a “sleeping giant” -- a movement full of untapped potential, waiting to be awakened.

09-03
40:27

ONE Conference - Session 1 | Andy Stanley

At our first ever ONE Conference, we kicked it off with Andy Stanley, who unpacked one of the most practical and life-shaping questions you can ask.

09-03
45:21

Summer Nights - Is God Going To Come Through? | Zach Tinner

Have you ever found yourself wondering if God is really going to come through? Wondering if His promises will actually hold up in your life? In this episode, Zach dives into Genesis 16 and the story of Hagar, Abraham, and Sarah. It’s a story of waiting, impatience, and trying to take matters into our own hands when it feels like God is late. If you're in a season of wondering, doubting, or asking, "Is God really going to come through for me?" this message is for you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

07-14
36:17

Summer Nights - Cultivating A Responsive Heart | Clay Cooney

In this message, Clay unpacks the story of King Josiah. Josiah was a young leader that felt the weight of spiritual drift and decline, but decided to turn his heart toward God. His story invites us to consider whether or not we are cultivating hearts like his. Hearts that feel, turn, and make moves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-09
36:53

In Process: Finding Treasures in the Dark | Katherine Wolf

In this episode of In Process, Clay and Allie sit down with author, speaker, and stroke survivor Katherine Wolf to talk about what it means to find treasures in the dark. Together, we unpack powerful truths about living with a “new normal,” embracing purpose in the middle of pain, and the surprising beauty that can emerge from seasons of suffering. Katherine also offers practical encouragement for any young adult who feels stuck, isolated, or unsure how God could ever use their story. If you’ve ever wondered where God is in your hardest moments—or how to keep going when life looks nothing like you expected—this episode is for you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-02
39:37

In Process: Becoming A Leader Before You Feel Like One | Dr. Tim Elmore

What if leadership doesn’t begin someday—but right now? In this episode, Clay and Allie sit down with best-selling author and leadership expert Dr. Tim Elmore to talk about what it means to lead while you're still in process. Whether you're in your early 20's just starting your career or someone who feels called to influence but unsure where to begin, this conversation is packed with practical insight and encouragement. Dr. Elmore shares wisdom from decades of developing leaders—not just those with titles, but everyday young adults navigating real life, real pressure, and real purpose. No matter where you are in your journey, this episode will remind you: Leadership begins now—not later.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

05-12
47:20

Summer Nights - The Power of Staying Faithful | Clay Cooney

This week, Clay kicks off our Summer Nights with a message on how Daniel had resolved to not give in to pressure, even when it cost him. Through Daniel’s story—and ultimately, the story of Jesus—we’re reminded that faithfulness may feel slow, but it wins in the end. What if your quiet “yes” to God today could shape your future tomorrow?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

05-06
35:33

Meekness & Majesty - Easter Prayer + Worship Night | Clay & Allie Cooney

In this special episode, we invite you into our Easter Prayer and Worship Night where we hear from both Allie and Clay on the powerful tension of Jesus as both King and Servant. Together, they unpack the mystery of His meekness and majesty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

04-21
38:41

In Process: Living A Connected Life | Dr. Todd Hall

In this episode, Clay and Allie sit down with Dr. Todd Hall—a psychologist, author, and expert on relational spirituality—to explore one of the most pressing challenges facing young adults today: disconnection. Together, they dig into questions like: Why do we often feel distant from both God and others? How does our early attachment shape our faith journey? What does it really mean to “know” God—not just intellectually, but relationally? And how can we move from isolation to deep, authentic connection? If you want to live a more connected life, this episode is for you! Link to assessments below: https://www.spiritualmetrics.co/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

04-15
01:01:14

When Jesus Says Amen - Part 6 | Clay Cooney

Why did I do that? Why did I lie? What’s wrong with me? In this series finale, Clay unpacks Peter’s denial of Jesus—not as a moment of betrayal, but as a moment of pressure. What causes someone so confident in their faith to fall so quickly? Often, it's not a lack of love, but a desire to manage how we’re seen. We explore how perception management can quietly lead us away from faithfulness and into fear—and how recognizing this tendency can free us to live with integrity, courage, and trust in God.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

04-07
40:43

In Process: Making Friends in 60 Hours | Josiah and Micah Kennealy

Finding friends can be tough—why does it feel so much more difficult than when we were younger? In this episode of the NPYA Podcast, Clay and Allie sit down with Josiah and Micah Kennealy, hosts of Young Adults Today and the FYI Podcast, to talk all things friendship. From why making and keeping friends feels harder in your 20s to practical ways to build deep, lasting relationships, this conversation is packed with wisdom and encouragement. Maybe all it takes is 60 hours? If you’ve ever felt lonely or struggled to form meaningful connections, this episode is for you! Tune in, take notes, and don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

03-31
41:41

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