Tag: gospel
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#293 – The Harsh Reality of P@rn Withdrawal
Many men start the journey of p@rn recovery expecting things to get better immediately. But what they often experience instead is something few people talk about: Withdrawal. When a man stops using p@rn@graphy, the brain and nervous system must recalibrate after years of dopamine spikes and artificial stimulation. During this time, men may experience symptoms…
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#289 – A Man Alone With God
In this episode, I talk honestly about why time alone with God isn’t optional—it’s essential. We live in the noisiest generation in history, and most men are spiritually dry or exhausted because we never slow down long enough to sit quietly with God. Community matters.Accountability matters.Brotherhood matters. But real transformation starts in the secret place.…
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#282 – Beat Down But Born Again—1 Peter Study—Part 4
Life hits hard sometimes — sickness, heartbreak, loss, spiritual warfare — and in the chaos, it’s easy to forget who we are and what God’s already done for us. That’s why 1 Peter 1:3–5 hits so deep. It reminds us that even in our pain, we’ve been born again to a living hope through the…
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#280 – 5 Stoic Rules to Make You Stronger
Storms are coming, chaos is guaranteed, and if your foundation isn’t deeper than your feelings, you’re going to fold like a paper tiger. That’s why in this episode, we’re looking at 5 ancient Stoic rules for life—principles that shaped warriors, leaders, and thinkers for over 2,000 years. But here’s the twist: I’m running all of…
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#279 – The Blood of Christ and Charlie Kirk—1 Peter Study—Part 3
Last week’s headlines shook the nation: Charlie Kirk assassinated while speaking at a university. His boldness for the gospel cost him everything. And now we’re left asking: Would I be willing to follow Christ with that kind of courage? In this episode, we continue our study of 1 Peter and unpack the strange but powerful…
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#277 – Elect Exiles—1 Peter Study—Part 2
In this episode, we step into the shoes of the first-century believers who were mocked, rejected, and persecuted for following Christ. Imagine getting a letter from the Apostle Peter himself … a letter that calls you elect, chosen, God’s own possession. That letter didn’t just give them hope — it gave them an identity to…
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#275 – Daniel Ritchie—Unarmed and Dangerous
This is a past conversation I had with Daniel Ritchie – Dan is a husband, father, speaker, author, and the 1st Vice President of the Southern Baptist Convention. Born without arms, Dan has faced unimaginable challenges, but by the grace of God, he’s lived a life of courage, faith, and impact. His story will challenge…
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#273 – Men and Depression—Part 3—Overcoming Guilt and Shame
Most Christian men who battle depression never ask for help. They just bottle it up. They numb it with work, porn, or alcohol. And they often isolate. And for many, it ends in destruction. 👉 FACT: Men are four times more likely to die by suicide than women. In this episode, I’m unpacking one of…
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#272 – If You Ain’t Dead—God Ain’t Done
What do you do when life just beats you down? When you’ve been thrown in the pit — betrayed, abandoned, falsely accused, and left for dead? In this episode, I’m gonna hit you with a fresh word of encouragement and motivation from the life of Joseph — a man who went from the pit to…
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#270 – Her Name is Destruction—Proverbs 7
What if Solomon were alive today …and he rewrote Proverbs chapter 7 for the modern man? What if instead of warning about the adulterous woman, he warned us about something just as dangerous—maybe even more subtle? Something that’s destroying countless Christian men behind closed doors … What if he wrote about pornography? Let me tell…
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#269 – Men and Depression—Part 2—The Fall and Negative Self-Talk
On this episode, I unpack two of the root causes of depression — not from a textbook, but from real life. From my own journey …As a man.As a pastor.As a coach. And as a brother in Christ who has walked through many dark valleys — and walked with other men through theirs. Listen to me…
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#265 -Katie Cousins—Pro Soccer Player—Just Be Faithful
On this episode, I have a conversation with Katie Cousins. Katie is a professional soccer player who plays for NWSL and Icelandic Teams. She was a two-time All-American at the University of Tennessee, Gatorade Player of the Year, and part of the U20 Women’s World Cup Team. Katie’s resume is pretty impressive, but to me…
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#259 – When Pit Happens—Psalm 40
I’m sure you’ve heard the famous phrase … “Shit happens!” Well, I have a much better phrase for us to begin using … “PIT HAPPENS!” That’s right … pit happens my brothers. At some point, pit happens to all of us. And when pit happens … you need to know how to respond to it…
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#174 – Mike Talley—USAF Vet and Church Planter
On this episode I interview Michael Talley. Mike is an Air Force Vet with 3 tours in Iraq, 1 in Afghanistan, and 1 in South Korea. He is also a Church Planter and Pastor in Thornton, Colorado at Church 8025. Connect with Michael Talley: Email:michael@church8025.com Website:https://www.church8025.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/michael.talley.58 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-talley-336015b3/ Connect with Jason George: Email:jason@narrowtrail.com Website:http://narrowtrail.com Facebook:http://facebook.com/grizpodcast…