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Pastor Josh McPherson and Pastor Kyle McMullen unpack Josh's new Art of War sermon series on spiritual warfare—why Christians must “wake up to the war,” how Satan schemes against individuals, churches, and nations, and why pastors can't ignore cultural and political battles. What is going on with Islam in our nation right now? They also react to modern fascination with mediums, and why Scripture calls these things spiritual deception, not harmless entertainment.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

In this first message of our new series, “The Art of War,” Pastor Josh McPherson sounds the alarm: there is a spiritual war, and you are in it—whether you recognize it or not. Pastor Josh presses us to stop treating Christianity like a social club and to embrace our calling as soldiers of the cross. We're invited to declare war on our own sin, refuse compromise with the world's value system, and stand firm against a real enemy who hates our union with Christ. Listen till the end for an exciting announcement of God's provision!Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

In this first message of our new series, “The Art of War,” Pastor Josh McPherson sounds the alarm: there is a spiritual war, and you are in it—whether you recognize it or not. Pastor Josh presses us to stop treating Christianity like a social club and to embrace our calling as soldiers of the cross. We're invited to declare war on our own sin, refuse compromise with the world's value system, and stand firm against a real enemy who hates our union with Christ. Listen till the end for an exciting announcement of God's provision!Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

What if the secret to raising great sons isn't tips and hacks—but becoming a better man? In this episode of the Stronger Man Nation podcast with Pastor Josh McPherson and Pastor John Lovell, they unpack a fatherhood framework rooted in Scripture: be a good man, spend quality and quantity time, and love their mother openly. They hit education beyond the classroom, nightly read-alouds, worship, parlor nights, and modeling repentance.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

What does God do with people who are faithful with “a little”? In this Vision Sunday message, Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks how faithfulness, stewardship, and family-first discipleship form our long game: be fruitful. You'll hear updates on Be Fruitful, Garden City Academy (K-12), our church plant in Rome, Georgia, and Phase Four construction—plus a powerful salvation story that will stir your faith to pray for one more.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

John Lovell (Warrior Poet) joins Pastor Josh McPherson on the Stronger Man Nation podcast to unpack why playful jabs actually forge trust, how to argue without being a jerk, and why love on display is the most effective apologetic. John shares the gut-punch story behind his vigilante novel Lions of Mercer (honoring a fallen friend), why the book shows evil without reveling in it, and how publishers tried to avoid the topic.They dive into worldview basics, John's “ambush” conversion before basic training, and a sticky metaphor you won't forget: courage leaks—refill it daily. Then a spicy marriage segment: weaponized intimacy is emotional/sexual blackmail, nagging erodes respect, and headship looks like Jesus washing feet—“My life should be harder than my wife's.”Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Is spiritual warfare running through family lines? How should dads protect their homes without falling into fear or superstition? Today on the Stronger Man Nation podcast, Pastor Josh McPherson, Pastor Adam James, and Pastor Kyle McMullen tackle your toughest questions on demons, guardian angels, generational patterns, and why the fastest way to beat darkness is to flip the light—exalting Jesus' lordship in your home. Stay for a powerful father–daughter moment and a bedtime hymn rooted in Psalm 121.Quick WinsTalk more about Jesus than about demons.Build a nightly rhythm: Bible story + prayer of gratitude.Lead with integrity—close the doors (to sin, lust, selfishness).Use simple declarations: “Jesus is Lord over this home.”Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Is the “paranormal” real—or just a twisted version of the supernatural? In Week 4 of The Unseen Realm, Pastor Josh McPherson builds a simple, biblical grid to discern everything from zombies, vampires, witches, ghosts and UFOs to fortune telling and “haunted” spaces.Big IdeasGod / not God: Creator vs. created—no third category.One reality, two realms: Seen and unseen under God's rule.Only two sentient beings: Angels and humans (with fallen angels = demons).What God creates, Satan counterfeits: Zombies vs. resurrection, vampires vs. Christ's blood, witches vs. God's Word, “ghosts” vs. the Holy Spirit.Paranormal = demonic memes designed to deceive, distract, and detour you from Jesus.Key Questions AnsweredCan we talk to the dead? (Luke 16:19–31) Short answer: No.Can a house be haunted? (Luke 11:14–28) What to do if you suspect dark residue.What is fortune telling? (Acts 16:16–18) Why it's demonic parlor tricks, not prophecy.What should Christians do after a paranormal encounter?Discern the spirits (1 John 4:1–3)Declare Christ's victory (Col. 1:13; 2:15)Draw near to God (James 4:7–10)Scriptures 1 John 4:1–3; Luke 16:19–31; Luke 11:14–28; Acts 16:16–18; Colossians 1:13; Colossians 2:15; James 4:7–10; Genesis 3; Revelation 12For Parents & Leaders Pastor Josh discusses the “reject / receive / redeem” framework and why some practices (like Halloween's roots) may be poor candidates for “redemption.”Next StepsIf you're wrestling with fear, nightmares, or spiritual confusion: open God's Word, play some worship music, pray in Jesus' name, and invite a trusted believer to pray with you.Share this message with a friend who's captivated by the paranormal—but hungry for truth.Follow for the rest of The Unseen Realm and the upcoming Art of War (spiritual warfare) series.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

In this episode Pastor josh McPherson is joined by Virginia delegate and homeschool dad Nick Freitas. They do a deep on education, parenting, and why responsibility for your child's formation can't be outsourced. They explain how university teacher training reframes classrooms through critical theory, why “salt & light” isn't a strategy for six-year-olds, and the real mechanics behind school boards, unions, zoning, and school choice.Most importantly: a one-generation plan that any family can start now. Plus humor, practical steps, and why the teen years can be the best years.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

In this episode Pastor Josh McPherson, Pastor Adam James, and Pastor Kyle McMullen tackle your biggest questions on the unseen realm—demons, spiritual authority, generational sin, deliverance, sleep paralysis, and whether Christians should participate in Halloween. This is a practical, Bible-anchored conversation: no formulas, no theatrics—just faith in Jesus, house-level wisdom, and real stories of freedom. Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

In Week 3 of our Unseen Realm series, Pastor Josh McPherson tackles demonology—not to stir fear, but to build faith. He exposes two errors (denying demons or obsessing over them), outlines what Scripture says about their limits, and shows how they harass, deceive, and accuse—yet remain decisively defeated by Jesus. The call is simple: submit to God, resist the devil, pursue holiness, and rejoice not merely that demons submit to Christ's name, but that your name can be written in heaven.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Today Pastor Josh McPherson hosts a special guest on the Stronger Man Nation podcast: former Green Beret, Virginia House Delegate, and viral “coffee mug” commentator Nick Freitas. Pastor Josh & Nick swap Lovell banter, talk marriage and keeping it holy (and hilarious), unpack what Green Berets really do, and tackle hot topics like “Christian nationalism,” church & state, raising sons and daughters, and whether young men should still join the military. Check out our free resource on how Christians should think about Christian Nationalism, and what it really means: https://mailchi.mp/strongermannation.com/christian-nationalismSupport the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Angels are real—so why doesn't the Bible ask us to obsess over them? In this episode, Pastors Josh McPherson and Kyle McMullen continue the Unseen Realm sermon series to talk about angels. Josh shares a powerful story of angelic protection surrounding a tough sermon weekend, and Kyle maps out the biblical difference between angels (created servants) and the Holy Spirit (Creator God). We'll hit Ephesians, spiritual warfare, and why God often works through “means”—including your prayers. Next week Pastor Josh is preaching on demons. Make sure to listen to Sunday's sermon on angels if you missed it: "What the Bible Actually Says About Angels"Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Pastor Josh McPherson dives into the unseen world of angels—who they are, what they do, and why it matters. From real-life stories to biblical truth, discover the powerful reality of God's heavenly teammates: worshipers, warriors, messengers, and protectors. The unseen is real. God's world is bigger than you think. And He's for you—so live boldly. Got questions you want answered about the Unseen Realm? Ask a question for Josh to answer in his weekly podcast throughout this series: https://forms.gle/uFpfnAmuQX4r9N5JASupport the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

In this podcast, Pastor Josh McPherson is joined by pastors Carey McPherson and Kyle McMullen to discuss the supernatural. This is in connection with Sunday's sermon, which was the first of many sermons in which Pastor Josh will be exploring the Unseen Realm and what the Bible has to say about it... Go watch it if you haven't seen it! They discuss what science misses, how everyone truly knows people have souls, and the various false worldviews people believe. They break down Psalm 82 and the "Elohim," breaking down what it means when it says "gods." Got questions about angels, demons, the supernatural, or paranormal activity? Send them in for Pastor Josh to answer here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfI-gOQFloYsYgDCVhdul5d_3Bpk9FP9rvYLZ_LCe7-ORzdmA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=103048043572768356925Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Pastor Josh McPherson kicks off a four-week series, “The Unseen Realm,” exploring how the Bible explains the supernatural world—angels, demons, miracles, spiritual warfare, and the hope of heaven—versus pop-culture portrayals. From compelling testimonies to C.S. Lewis's insights on miracles, this message lays out nine pillars of a Christian worldview and why followers of Jesus can live in courage—not fear. Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

In week four of “Turning Point USA,” this message honors Charlie Kirk's legacy by looking not at his biography but at the Scripture that shaped him: 1 Peter 3. In a culture that can be hostile to faith, Christians are called to live attractive, resilient lives. The sermon lays out 13 tactics for being an effective witness for Jesus while living in a world antagonistic towards Christians. Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Four pastors—Josh McPherson, Kyle McMullen, Gene Helsel, and Adam James—sit down for an unscripted podcast to process grief, courage, and Christian conviction in the wake of Charlie Kirk's death. They contrast cancel culture with healthy accountability, and ask whether Kirk should be considered a Christian martyr. They highlight Kirk's patience in long-form Q&A, his love for people, humility, work ethic, and non-violent advocacy for ordered liberty. The pastors call church leaders to move from “living-room convictions” to courageous public proclamation, urging young Christians to put in the work, tell the truth with grace, and carry the mission forward.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Pastor Josh McPherson asks a big question: are we witnessing revival in America? Sharing first-hand reflections from Charlie Kirk's memorial—where worship, bold gospel proclamation, and unusual unity marked the day—he outlines seven biblical marks of revival. Pastor Josh shows how faithful death leads to glorious resurrection and how God often turns tragedy into spiritual awakening. 4-Week Turning Point Sermon Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLptTyphw8iGMH1vfFWHmcl95R5kU3HfqvSupport the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

In this podcast, Pastor Josh McPherson, along with pastors Gene Helsel, Adam James, and Kyle McMullen call out blatant lies about Charlie Kirk. They respond to a clip of a "Christian minister" claiming Kirk was a so-called racist and hater. Learn why Charlie Kirk is America's martyr, and why the false claims about Kirk don't hold up. Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Four pastors—Gene Helsel, Kyle McMullen, Josh McPherson, and Adam James—sit down for a no-fluff conversation on the cultural moment: media gaslighting around Charlie Kirk, cancel culture vs. accountability, and whether biblical Christianity is being mislabeled as “extremism.” The pastors analyze a recent clip of former-president Obama, expose common fallacies, and outline a distinctly Christian response (Acts 19): persuasion, prayer, preaching, and public discipleship.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson calls believers to courageous, Christ-centered witness in a hostile age. Looking at Stephen in Acts 6–7, he lays out eight truths of biblical martyrdom and applies them to our present moment with the assassination of Charlie Kirk—where the gospel is advancing and resistance is intensifying.This is week 2 of a 4-week series acknowledging the TURNING POINT happening in our nation. Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Is this cancel culture—or accountability? Pastor Josh McPherson, Adam James, and Kyle McMullen react to Jimmy Kimmel's comments about Charlie Kirk from Jimmy Kimmel and dig into the First Amendment, corporate consequences, truth vs. slander, and the moral framework that makes liberty work. Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

In the wake of Charlie Kirk's martyrdom, Pastor Josh McPherson calls the Church to stand boldly and continue to the preach the gospel of repentance. Now is a time for action. The Church enacts vengeance through revival. In the face of persecution and injustice, Christians respond with prayer, forgiveness, and action.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

 Pastor Josh McPherson lays out the bold vision and foundations of Vector College, a two-year discipleship program birthed from Grace City Church in Wenatchee, WA. In this convocation message, Pastor Josh explains why investing in youth is “our most important work” and why Grace City refuses to yield the next generation to a secular worldview. For more information about Vector, check out https://www.VectorCollege.comSupport the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

This is Part 2 of a 2-part Town Hall hosted at Grace City Church, featuring Paula White.This special town hall at Grace City Church features Pastor Josh introducing Paula White, Senior Advisor to the White House Faith Office. Through powerful stories, heartfelt testimonies, and behind-the-scenes moments from the White House, Paula shares about faith, resilience, religious freedom, and the responsibility of the church in America. Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

This is part 1 of a 2-part Town Hall hosted at Grace City Church, featuring Paula White. Part 2 is now LIVEPastor Josh McPherson sets the stage with a bold challenge: Christianity is not just “spiritual,” it's a kingdom with real-world impact — cultural, political, and personal. From fiery calls to revival in Washington State, to a vision of Grace City as the Family Capital of the World, this message pulls no punches. This a call for courageous pastors and leaders to stand against wicked ideology and weak churches.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Pastor Josh sits down with Paula White, Senior Advisor to President Trump, to discuss her incredible story of transformation—from childhood trauma, rejection, and pain, to finding hope and new life in Jesus Christ. She talks about the power of prayer, the sovereignty of God, and how He takes what the enemy meant for harm and uses it for good. Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

In this powerful series, Josh and Sharon unpack the five divine purposes for sex within marriage. Drawing from Scripture and real-life wisdom, they explain how sex is more than just physical—it's a sacred, joyful, and transformative gift from God. Discover how marital intimacy is designed for protection, pleasure, procreation, deep knowing, and oneness, and why your sex life is often a mirror of your spiritual and relational health. Sex is meant for so much more than just procreation. This came from our 2025 WE Conference. To check out the full package, head on over to: https://givebutter.com/making-love-sweetSupport the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Josh and Sharon dive into the foundational truths of what healthy sex and intimacy are NOT in marriage. In this honest, humorous, and biblically grounded session from the WE Conference, they bust myths, confront cultural lies, and outline God's design for intimacy that is fun, free, frequent, and fulfilling. This came from our 2025 WE Conference. To check out the full package, head on over to: https://givebutter.com/making-love-sweetSupport the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Guest speaker Pastor Mark Driscoll of Trinity Church (AZ) brings both laughter and conviction as he teaches on Jesus' Spirit-Filled Family during his sermon at Grace City Church. Pastor Mark shares stories from his life and ministry while walking us through the biblical model of family seen in the life of Jesus—from Mary and Joseph to John the Baptist and beyond. This sermon calls families, especially fathers, to be filled with the Holy Spirit, to lead courageously, and to raise children who will carry God's truth into the future. Whether you're married, single, a parent, or preparing for family life, this message will encourage and equip you to walk in the power of the Spirit.Exclusive Content:For a gift of any amount you can access our whole marriage conference featuring talks from Josh's parents, his brother and sister-in-law, and more. 7 sessions diving into the importance of and God's design for marital intimacy. Text MANHOOD to 53-555 and hit the link to gain access to hours of biblically-grounded, helpful teaching on God's good gift of sex.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

In this powerful session, Josh and Sharon explore six divine truths about sex straight from Scripture—and expose the demonic counterfeits that distort God's beautiful design. With wisdom, humor, and clarity, they reveal why sex is not just physical but profoundly spiritual, and why reclaiming God's view of sex brings joy, freedom, and intimacy back to the marriage bed. This teaching is bold, biblical, and deeply practical for every married couple.This came from our 2025 WE Conference. To check out the full package, head on over to: https://givebutter.com/making-love-sweetSupport the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

What happens when a biracial man raised between two worlds—Black and white, chaos and faith, pain and purpose—steps into the pulpit with nothing but the gospel and a heart for unity?In this raw, honest, and deeply moving conversation, Pastor Riley Halliday shares his extraordinary story: growing up between two families, facing rejection, reconciling with a father who once offered to pay for his abortion, navigating racial tension in the Church, and ultimately discovering the healing power of Jesus Christ.From military discipline to ministry leadership, Riley speaks candidly on:

In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson kicks off a new sermon series ("The Body"), and explains how the church isn't a building but you—the living, Spirit-empowered body of Jesus on earth. Discover why every believer matters, how the Holy Spirit unites and equips us, and what it looks like to live in true interdependence. Pastor Josh illustrates these truths with metaphors of the human body (foot vs. hand), a world-class soccer player's kick, and 37 trillion cells, and he draws practical applications: use your gifts, serve eagerly on teams, honor all members, avoid gossip and division, and bear one another's burdens in healthy community.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson sit down with Pastor John Lovell and his wife for a passionate, unscripted conversation about raising boys in today's culture. From battles with broken school systems to hilarious and heartfelt parenting stories, they explore what it means to raise daring, risk-taking, God-fearing young men.Key Topics: - Raising boys without crushing their spirit - The dangers of over-medicating boys - Why the system is failing our sons - The mom's vital role in building strong men - Real talk on marriage, submission, and mutual respectAND... Becca shares about her upcoming book... a must-read for moms and dads seeking clarity, conviction, and courage in parenting. Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Pastor Josh unleashes a prophetic and passionate message that shakes men awake. With fire, truth, and clarity, he declares: God is calling you—right now—to step into the Brotherhood. Not a social club. Not a ministry. But a movement of Spirit-filled, gospel-driven, mission-bound men who are ready to build the Kingdom of God with boldness and brotherhood.To get all the sessions for FREE, check out: https://mailchi.mp/strongermannation.com/xftz9x55xxFor more resources, go to https://www.StrongerManNation.com/resourcesSupport the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Have you ever been betrayed? Abandoned? Hurt so deeply that forgiveness feels impossible? In this unforgettable sermon, Pastor John Lovell brings a message of raw truth and gospel hope from Romans 12:19 — "Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord." Check out Pastor John on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pastorjohnlovellSupport the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

In this episode of the Stronger Man Nation podcast, Pastor Josh McPherson interviews Pastor Riley Halliday, a former U.S. Air Force Special Operator turned church‑planter. They explore (1) the “battle‑ready” profile of future pastors, (2) Riley's decade of classified missions and what they taught him about leadership, discernment, discipline and integrity, and (3) hot‑button racial and cultural issues within the Church. This is a candid, story‑rich conversation peppered with military metaphors that challenge today's “soft‑pastor” trend and call men to courageous, Spirit‑led action.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Pastor Josh McPherson preaches from 1 Corinthians 7:1–5, challenging common cultural lies and calling married couples to embrace God's design for intimacy. Discover why sex is not about mastering technique but cultivating covenant, and how a healthy marriage bed can transform your entire relationship—and even be a powerful form of spiritual warfare.Want to learn how to talk to your kids about sex?  -FREE Resource from Pastor Josh: https://mailchi.mp/strongermannation.com/talktoyourkidsaboutsexSupport the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Pastor Josh McPherson continues the "Lies We Believe" series by addressing the distortions our culture perpetuates about sex, sexuality, and God's design. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 5–7, Pastor Josh debunks common lies such as “sex is just biological,” “sex is bad,” or “any form of sex brings joy,” and replaces them with biblical truth. He brings clarity, grace, and boldness to a conversation many are too afraid to have.Whether you're single, married, raising kids, or just seeking to live with more clarity, this message will strengthen your foundation on one of the most distorted topics in societyCheck out the full "Lies We Believe" series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLptTyphw8iGPT-4lrVgijf4ovz3tT4Fb8Have questions? Send them in here: https://us10.list-manage.com/survey?u=e56b1c573d4107e366e1696df&id=054358ea35Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Pastor Josh McPherson is joined by Saddleback Pastor Andy Wood in this podcast where they reflect on an intense 4-day rite of passage experience called Mancard—a transformational weekend designed to test and mold young men through adversity, brotherhood, and spiritual mentorship. They share the spiritual battles faced by fathers, the challenges of raising sons in a distracted culture, and the power of being present, humble, and obedient as dads and leaders. Learn more about Project Mancard here: https://www.strongermannation.com/mancardSupport the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Pastor Adam James fills in for Pastor Josh and welcomes bestselling author Eric Metaxas for a powerful conversation! Eric shares insights from his experiences inside the Trump White House, the church's critical role in American history, and the dire need for bold Christian engagement in today's culture wars. They discuss revival, the war on family and masculinity, Marxism, and how Christians can turn the tide in America through courageous leadership.Check out Eric's website: https://ericmetaxas.comSupport the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.