Blood Brothers Podcast

In this episode, Mike Prince joins Ben to share how Blood Brothers profoundly impacted his faith and marriage. Embracing vulnerability opened the door to immense personal growth, and Mike's journey is a testament to that. What started as an attempt to win back his wife turned into a transformative encounter with God, leading to authentic relationships and a renewed faith. God is in the business of restoration, and in this conversation, Mike reveals how He has restored—and continues to restore—his relationships in powerful ways. Tune in to hear this incredible story of healing and transformation.Ways to connect with us - Visit BloodBrothers.orgMore about the Every Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersSign up to receive our Saturday Field Notes Email. Thanks for listening!

JP joins Ben to talk about the impact of the Everyman Challenge in his life. JP, invited to the Challenge by a close friend two years in a row, kept turning him down. It wasn't until his son was facing health concerns, JP started wrestling with why God would allow these circumstances in his son's life and for his family. It was during this time, JP was invited into the Everyman Challenge by his friend for a third time. JP accepted the invite. Listen in to hear what God did in his life next. Ways to connect with us - Visit BloodBrothers.orgMore about the Every Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersSign up to receive our Saturday Field Notes Email. Thanks for listening!

Hawken Lewis is back with Ben Steiger discussing the responsibilities of men, the pressure to take care of it all, and how choosing not to lead is still leading. Ways to connect with us - Visit BloodBrothers.orgMore about the Every Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersSign up to receive our Saturday Field Notes Email. Thanks for listening!

Curtis Christopher returns with Ben Steiger for part 2 of 2 to share how God uses hard things do great works in our lives. Curtis shares more about some hard circumstances from his youth growing up without his dad, to the Christian men who stepped up and impacted his life. Because of those men, Curtis is using his life to impact other young men for Jesus. Curtis also dives into selling everything he owned, starting over and the impact of honoring God with everything. “Run to the hard, run to the hurt, for it's in the greatest hard that God 's gonna do His greatest work.” - Michal (Curtis' late wife)Check our Curtis' Podcast - Run to The Hard Podcast - https://www.runtothehard.com/Ways to connect with us - Visit BloodBrothers.orgMore about the Every Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersSign up to receive our Saturday Field Notes Email. Thanks for listening!

Curtis Christopher joins Ben Steiger in this 2 part series to share how God uses hard things do great works in our lives. Curtis shares some hard circumstances from his youth growing up with out his dad, to a divorce he didn't want, and then dives into the powerful origin story behind the mantra, "Run to the Hard," inspired by Curtis' beloved late wife, Michal Christopher.“Run to the hard, run to the hurt, for it's in the greatest hard that God 's gonna do His greatest work.” - MichalListen to the Run to The Hard Podcast - https://www.runtothehard.com/Ways to connect with us - Visit BloodBrothers.orgMore about the Every Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersSign up to receive our Saturday Field Notes Email. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Nick Landis joins Ben and talks about on his service in the United States Army, How after retiring form the Army he went to work for a Fortune 500 Company. Nick then shares how losing that job led him to three prayers that changed his heart and life. So much so, he is surrendering all and working to come on staff with us as the Blood Brothers Expansion Specialist. Ways to connect with us - Visit BloodBrothers.orgMore about the Every Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersSign up to receive our Saturday Field Notes Email. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Hawken Lewis is back to talk with Ben about how he was impacted by the Everyman Challenge and how he now works to bring that same freedom, fulfillment, and purpose to other men. Want to know more about the why, what, and how of the Everyman Challenge? This episode is for you!Ways to connect with us - Visit BloodBrothers.orgMore about the Every Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersSign up to receive our Saturday Field Notes Email. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Larry Ramey talks with Ben about how he and his wife made a life altering move to love and care for their family members, trusting God with the next steps when they couldn't see the whole plan, and how Larry has found purpose since their big move. Ways to connect with us - Visit BloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersSign up to receive our Saturday Field Notes Email. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, David Sliva sits down with Ben to talk about how he had plans to live in the U.S., how God changed those plans and is using him to rescue girls from human trafficking, as well as bringing awareness to help prevent them from being trafficked as well. The Twelve Thousand Filmhttps://ally.org/thetwelvethousandfilmWays to connect with us - Visit BloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersSign up to receive our Saturday Field Notes Email. Thanks for listening!

Steve Sisco joins Ben and shares how an injury off the field, while playing for the Kansas City Royals, altered the course of his life. Steve also shares about his journey to becoming the President of Baseball Chapel, an organization that impacted him greatly, and the role Scripture and the Holy Spirit in his life.  Throw in Ben and Steve's hilarious hunting stories and this in one episode you will regret missing! Ways to connect with us - Visit BloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersSign up to receive our Saturday Field Notes Email. Thanks for listening!

Chris Downing is back with Ben to talk about how God has brought creativity back into his life after Chris had put away those passions for a season. Chris and Ben also talk about criticism of work - good or bad - and how to deal with it.  Ways to connect with us - Visit BloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersSign up to receive our Saturday Field Notes Email. Thanks for listening!

In this episode Rob joins Ben in the Colorado Rockies to talk about growing up in the inner city and how time in the outdoors had a profound effect on his life. Rob shares how when he was a kid he would go to the outdoors to feel like a man. After becoming a Christian, Rob now goes for a completely different reason. Listen in to find out! Ways to connect with us - Visit BloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersSign up to receive our Saturday Field Notes Email. Thanks for listening!

Bobby Steiger, Ben's younger brother, joins Ben to talk about his experience on the mission field - the good, scary, humorous, hard, and all in between. Listen in as Bobby lets you in on WHY he and his family chose to live overseas and serve in a culture where they are the minority. Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersSign up for our email Saturday Field Notes - bloodbrothers.org/saturdayfieldnotes Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Hawken Lewis joins Ben to share how he came from a nationally ranked competitive body builder, personal trainer, and coach to surrender it all to follow Jesus' call in his life - both personally and professionally. Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersSign up to receive our Saturday Field Notes Email. Thanks for listening!

Summary of the Episode: Eric shares his story about how God the Father loved and provided for him in the absence of his earthly father and how it fulfills much of Psalm 16. Ben shares how the Father's presence has impacted him and that no matter how good your earthly father was, you still need the healing and loving presence of your heavenly Father.Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the Episode: Culture communicates a lie that men can do it on their own and it is the best and strongest way to live life.  Unfortunately, this has caused much pain, suffering, and isolation.  In this episode, Ben and Eric discuss why we need each other and the brothers and sisters around us for encouragement, strength, prayer, support, and truth.  Living in authentic community is where true love, joy, peace, freedom and fulfillment can be found.Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the Episode: Ben and Eric discuss the importance and the benefits we can experience when we take time to engage in God's Word.  They also discuss different ways to consume the Bible and the importance of re-reading it as an ongoing practice for growth, development, and application.  Lastly, they discuss the barriers we face in reading the Bible and how we can overcome to make the Bible a regular part of our day.Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the Episode: In this episode, Ben and Eric discuss how men can maintain balance and healthy boundaries in their lives while living out their many challenging and exhausting roles and responsibilities.Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the Episode: Learning is essential to be an effective leader and grow in influencing others. In this episode, Ben and Eric share how important it is for leaders to incorporate learning into their lives and examples of how they personally weave learning into their lives, and what things they are currently learning.Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the Episode:  What do you think are the top 10 toxic habits of men?  Ben and Eric share their lists and why it is so important to overcome these habits and live a life centered on Jesus and His power to overcome.  We need more Jesus! Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the Episode:  In this episode, Ben and Eric discuss why we shouldn't abandon the church and the many benefits of being a part of a body of believers.  You may have some church hurt, but Ben and Eric encourage you to find a group of believers and stay connected to the body of Christ so you can experience the growth, intimacy, and support Christ desires for His children.Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the Episode:  In this episode, Ben and Eric discuss the reason for the conversion of the Blood Brothers Challenge to the Everyman Challenge and the similarities and differences that participants can expect with this new challenge.Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the EpisodeIn this episode, Ben shares about his recent trip to Africa and how his brother Bobbie is transforming people's lives and sharing the gospel simply by loving them where they are at.  The gospel needs to be spoken, but often times it needs to be spoken through our loving actions before we speak about it with our mouths. Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the EpisodeWe long for adventure...and we long for more.  In this episode, Ben and Eric discuss these longings and how God is the only source who can provide fulfillment for these longings.  Adventure is good, but an adventure with God is so much better in many ways!Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the EpisodeWhat does God say about being a husband and what does it look like to love our wives?  In this episode, Ben and Eric share the challenges and joys of being married and the tools to empower you to have hope for a healthy, fulfilling marriage.Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the EpisodeBeing a great Dad is hard, but what a blessing!  In this episode, Ben, Eric, and returning guest Chris Downing unpack the joys and challenges of raising our kids in a way that honors God and equips them for life.  While raising our kids is a blessing, it can also provide a new perspective on life and mold and shape us to become more like our heavenly Father. Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the EpisodeBeing too busy distracts us from intimacy with Jesus, from walking in our God-given purpose, and hinders us from being effective in His kingdom to serve and love others.  In this episode, Ben and Eric share the impact of busyness in our lives and how we can view our activities differently and take practical steps to overcome this tactic of the enemy.  Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the EpisodeGet ready for a great time as we discuss the topic of fun with our special guests from the Blood Brothers staff, Chris Downing and Hawken Lewis.  Chris and Hawken share ways they have fun and tips on how to incorporate more fun into our lives.  Fun is truly a gift from God and we need to relax, live in the moment, and enjoy this life we have been blessed with.  Also…listen all the way to the end for some more fun with the team!Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the EpisodeIn today's episode, Ben and Eric discuss the process of becoming more like Jesus.  This discussion includes Ben sharing his elk hunting story, and Eric encouraging you to make Jesus one of your top 5 friends.  Listen in so you don't compromise the process of becoming like Jesus.  Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the EpisodeIn today's episode, Ben and Eric challenge listeners to get into the game of discipleship and to be intentional about passing on what God has done in their lives to others.  By doing this listeners will experience more of the Father moving in and through them as well as the fulfillment, joy, and peace they seek.Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the EpisodeSurrendering to God's call is not easy and requires us to die to ourselves.  However, the freedom, fulfillment, joy, and peace on the other side are totally worth it!  In this episode, Ben and Eric wrap up the series on the lifelong adventure God calls us to live by discussing how dying to self is truly living and how we need to own our walk with Jesus every day. Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely and loving othersFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the EpisodeBen and Eric discuss how loving others the way God calls us to is not easy.  We need to “shed our dead weight” of selfishness, pride, and other sins in order to be freed up to love others (and even our enemies) the way God calls us to. Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgEvery Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely, loving others, and discipleshipFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Summary of the EpisodeBeing vulnerable isn't easy.  However, when we embrace our weaknesses, God's strength and presence show up in our lives to accomplish things only He can - healthy relationships, peace, and fulfillment.  In today's episode, we discuss what it looks like to love God with all of our strength and how to walk that out practically. Ways to connect with usBloodBrothers.orgBlood Brothers/Every Man Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely, loving others, and discipleshipFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupTable of contents with timestamps0:30 - Ben's ministry update and daily activities2:40 - Loving God with all of your strength6:10 - Embracing vulnerability11:15 - It's ok not to have it all together12:55 - The snowball effect14:15 - Authentically lead with vulnerability and transparency15:50 - God forgives pride, arrogance, and dishonesty16:30 - Ben's vulnerability story and the fruit that came from it20:30 - Bring things into the light for growth and victory23:05 - Practical steps in loving God with all of our strength (and resources)26:45 - Ben's encouraging commentsThanks for listening!

Summary of the EpisodeWhat does it look like to love God with your mind?  In today's episode, we answer this question and discuss 3 verses that shed light on how we can love God with our minds.Ways to connect with us:BloodBrothers.orgBlood Brothers Challenge - a 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely, loving others, and discipleshipFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupTable of contents with timestamps:(1:00) Loving God with all of our minds(6:15) Practical steps to loving God with our mind(9:55) Destroying strongholds and taking every thought captive(14:15) Transformed by renewing our minds(17:55) Think about whatever is true, honorable, pure, and commendable(22:45) Ben's final thoughts on loving God with your mindThanks for listening!

Only about 18% or 1 out of 5 people know that their purpose is to know, love and serve God.  That is hard to hear, but makes sense with what we see in our culture.  In today's episode, Ben and Eric discuss the topic of purpose and what it looks like to love God with all of our soul.     Ways to connect with us BloodBrothers.org Blood Brothers Challenge - 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely, loving others, and discipleship Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private Group Thanks for listening!

In today's episode, we will focus on and explore a man's heart.  We will discuss what it looks like to love God with all of our heart and take action on the Godly desires He has put in them.Ways to connect with us:BloodBrothers.orgBlood Brothers Challenge - 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely, loving others, and discipleshipFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

Are you seeking a life that is fulfilling and exciting?  One that has meaning and significance? I am sure you are or at least that is your desire. In this episode we discuss the lifelong adventure God has for every man and share how you can overcome obstacles and begin to live a life of freedom, fulfillment, and purpose.Ways to connect with us:BloodBrothers.orgBlood Brothers Challenge - 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely, loving others, and discipleshipFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!

In this kickoff episode we answer the question, "What is Blood Brothers?" and share the story behind the ministry and the vision for the future.  We also share what listeners can expect from this podcast.Ways to connect with us:BloodBrothers.orgBlood Brothers Challenge - 6-month challenge for men to live the lifelong adventure of loving God completely, loving others, and discipleshipFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and join our Private GroupThanks for listening!