Decision Point Podcast

In light of the results of the recent U.S. midterm election, Mark shares his thoughts and encouragements for students and supporters as the mission to reach the next generation carries on.

In this episode, former student leader Xavier shares his journey of faith, leadership, and impact during high school, including overcoming pushback and witnessing life-changing moments. His story highlights the importance of perseverance, prayer, and trusting God's sovereignty in student ministry.__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ ABOUT DECISION POINTDecision Point exists to proclaim the gospel to the next generation … till every student has heard! We equip students to share the gospel with their peers and help pastors bridge the gap between the local church and schools—raising up lifelong gospel leaders.Learn more: https://www.decisionpoint.org/REACH YOUR SCHOOLhttps://www.decisionpoint.org/studentsSTART A GOSPEL CHALLENGEhttps://www.decisionpoint.org/gospelchallengesMERCHhttps://shop.decisionpoint.org/CONFERENCEhttps://www.studentleaderconference.org/SOCIALSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/decisionpointorgTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@decisionpointorgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/decisionpointorg___________________________________________________________________________© Decision Point Ministries 2026

On this timely episode Mark sits down with Chance Son to discuss the realities how the persecution of his father, Pastor Hyun-bo Son, has strengthened his own faith.Pastor Son on the Allen Jackson show: https://youtu.be/OZUbh8_bDUo?utm__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ ABOUT DECISION POINTDecision Point exists to proclaim the gospel to the next generation … till every student has heard! We equip students to share the gospel with their peers and help pastors bridge the gap between the local church and schools—raising up lifelong gospel leaders.Learn more: https://www.decisionpoint.org/REACH YOUR SCHOOLhttps://www.decisionpoint.org/studentsSTART A GOSPEL CHALLENGEhttps://www.decisionpoint.org/gospelchallengesMERCHhttps://shop.decisionpoint.org/CONFERENCEhttps://www.studentleaderconference.org/SOCIALSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/decisionpointorgTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@decisionpointorgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/decisionpointorg/___________________________________________________________________________© Decision Point Ministries 2026

How do we do our part to make sure the mission carries forward after we are gone?Abigail and Skylar, student leaders from Arizona, join us to discuss developing future leaders while keeping the gospel at the center of their club. They share what they’re learning about sharing responsibility, working through differences, and building friendships as they reach their campus for Christ. Whether you’re preparing to pass the baton or just beginning to lead, this conversation offers practical encouragement to invest in others and trust God with the growth.Join us on Oct. 21st, 2026 for Give God's Word Day! We're passing out 100,000 copies of the Jesus Changes Everything gospel booklet. Order FREE copies using The Gospel App...Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-gospel-app-decision-point/id6481421519Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.decisionpoint.challengeRegister for Student Leader Conference! https://studentleaderconference.org/__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ 📣 ABOUT DECISION POINTDecision Point exists to proclaim the gospel to the next generation … till every student has heard! We equip students to share the gospel with their peers and help pastors bridge the gap between the local church and schools—raising up lifelong gospel leaders.🔗 Learn more: https://www.decisionpoint.org/REACH YOUR SCHOOL 🏫https://www.decisionpoint.org/studentsSTART A GOSPEL CHALLENGE ⚔️https://www.decisionpoint.org/gospelchallengesMERCH 🎁 https://shop.decisionpoint.org/CONFERENCE 🔥 https://www.studentleaderconference.org/SOCIALS📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decisionpointorg🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@decisionpointorg📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decisionpointorg/___________________________________________________________________________© Decision Point Ministries 2026

Taurese, and recent convert and former student leader, shares about his passion for the gospel and the one thing you absolutely must know if you are going to share it: God's grace. Taurese's testimony and zeal is an encouragement to believers everywhere that all lost can be found, and that the hope of Jesus can be with the next generation.

What do you do when God surprises you with a direction you never planned to take? Rhya and Hannah thought they were heading to a college event. Instead, they found themselves at Decision Point’s Student Leader Conference, where God stirred a desire to share the gospel and reach their schools. They join Mark Hopson to talk about stepping into the unexpected, working through shyness and self-doubt, and taking practical steps toward starting Christian clubs in their communities. Their story is a reminder that God's plans are always better than ours, and all we have to do is walk in obedience.Save the Date! Give God's Word Day is coming up on October 21st. The goal is for 100,000 "Jesus Changes Everything" gospel booklets (link above) to be given out that day to people who need it.Visit ⁠⁠https://shop.decisionpoint.org/ to order gospel booklets. __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __📣 ABOUT DECISION POINTDecision Point exists to proclaim the gospel to the next generation … till every student has heard! We equip students to share the gospel with their peers and help pastors bridge the gap between the local church and schools—raising up lifelong gospel leaders.🔗 Learn more: https://www.decisionpoint.org/REACH YOUR SCHOOL 🏫https://www.decisionpoint.org/studentsSTART A GOSPEL CHALLENGE ⚔️ https://www.decisionpoint.org/gospelchallengesMERCH 🎁 https://shop.decisionpoint.org/CONFERENCE 🔥 https://www.studentleaderconference.org/SOCIALS📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decisionpointor🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@decisionpointorg📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decisionpointorg/____________________________________________________________© Decision Point Ministries 2026

On today’s episode, Joann and Isaac sit down with Mark to talk about how to make the most of the school year ahead. They talk about their experience pursuing the goal of sharing the gospel with every graduating senior, including the challenges they faced along the way and how God provided opportunities to keep moving forward.Save the Date! Give God's Word Day is coming up on October 21st. The goal is for 100,000 "Jesus Changes Everything" gospel booklets (link above) to be given out that day to people who need it.Visit ⁠⁠https://shop.decisionpoint.org/ to order gospel booklets.__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __📣 ABOUT DECISION POINTDecision Point exists to proclaim the gospel to the next generation … till every student has heard! We equip students to share the gospel with their peers and help pastors bridge the gap between the local church and schools—raising up lifelong gospel leaders.🔗 Learn more: https://www.decisionpoint.org/REACH YOUR SCHOOL 🏫https://www.decisionpoint.org/studentsSTART A GOSPEL CHALLENGE ⚔️https://www.decisionpoint.org/gospelchallengesMERCH 🎁 https://shop.decisionpoint.org/CONFERENCE 🔥 https://www.studentleaderconference.org/SOCIALS📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decisionpointor🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@decisionpointorg📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decisionpointorg/____________________________________________________________© Decision Point Ministries 2026

What does it mean to be a man in a culture that seems confused about masculinity, courage, and truth? In this conversation, pastor Chase Davis unpacks the crisis facing young men, why many Christians feel afraid to speak boldly, and how a strong, biblical faith can shape fearless discipleship in today’s world.   Read Chase's book here: https://offensivechristianitybook.com/   __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __   📣 ABOUT DECISION POINT Decision Point exists to proclaim the gospel to the next generation … till every student has heard! We equip students to share the gospel with their peers and help pastors bridge the gap between the local church and schools—raising up lifelong gospel leaders. 🔗 Learn more: https://www.decisionpoint.org/   REACH YOUR SCHOOL 🏫 https://www.decisionpoint.org/students START A GOSPEL CHALLENGE ⚔️ https://www.decisionpoint.org/gospelchallenges MERCH 🎁 https://shop.decisionpoint.org/ CONFERENCE 🔥 https://www.studentleaderconference.org/   SOCIALS 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decisionpointorg 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@decisionpointorg 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decisionpointorg/ ___________________________________________________________________________ © Decision Point Ministries 2026

Mark Hopson and Mohamad Faridi take a deep dive into the unsettling things the Qur'an actually says and why they matter to Christians and western civilization as a whole today.Learn more about Mohamad Faridihttps://iranchristians.org/Mohamad's book "Forsaking My Father's Religion" (free!)https://iranchristians.org/forsaking-my-fathers-religion/Have questions about Christianity? Visit https://decidenow.com/

Mark Hopson and Mohamad Faridi take a deep dive into the unsettling things the Qur'an actually says and why they matter to Christians and western civilization as a whole today.   Learn more about Mohamad Faridi https://iranchristians.org/   Mohamad's book "Forsaking My Father's Religion" https://a.co/d/6MRFqt4   Have questions about Christianity? Visit https://decidenow.com/   __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __   📣 ABOUT DECISION POINT ecision Point exists to proclaim the gospel to the next generation … till every student has heard! We equip students to share the gospel with their peers and help pastors bridge the gap between the local church and schools—raising up lifelong gospel leaders. 🔗 Learn more: https://www.decisionpoint.org/ 📲   FOLLOW US 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decisionpointorg 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@decisionpointorg 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decisionpointorg/   ___________________________________________________________________________   © Decision Point Ministries 2026