The Battleground Podcast

In Episode 42, Wes interviews Pastor Treg Spicer of Faith Baptist Church in Morgantown WV. Topics covered include:Treg's journey to faith in ChristThe value of physical fitnessThe importance of pursuing both biblical proficiency and vocational excellenceHow God used near death experiences in Treg's life What it was like surviving a heart attack

In episode 41, Wes talks with Nick Liberto--Executive Director of Proven Ministries and Wailer Guiles--Director of Outreach at Proven. Topics covered include:What is Proven Ministries?Observations from the front lines of sexual integrity work in God's Kingdom.How Nick and Wailer came to faith in Christ.The sanctifying effects marriage and children.Resources for those struggling with pornography.

In Episode 40, Wes is once again joined by Pastor Aaron Hostetler. They discuss how the Gospel provides ultimate fulfillment to the masculine drive for purpose and meaningful work.

In episode 38, Wes interviews Pastor Aaron Hostetler. The topics covered include: How God worked through Aaron's non-traditional upbringing. Aaron's own sexual integrity journey.How God used a coach and a music teacher to have a profound impact on Aaron's life.The blessings of a Godly wife.How God has used Aaron's family to grow him.The need for each of us to be a role model for a younger man in our sphere.

In light of the Easter weekend, Wesley share's some applications for Christian young men from 1 Corinthians 15. "Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord."

In episode 37, Wesley breaks down the "why" and the "how" of fighting the masturbation habit.

Proverbs 31 warns against two different ways in which the Christian young man can sell his strength. God has called us to take dominion and to make disciples. If we do now steward our strength well, we will render ourselves ineffective at both of these tasks.

Global and national birthrates are in a windfall. Our culture paints kids to be a burden and a hindrance to the good life. Scripture, on the other hand, tells us to bear God's image by being fruitful and multiplying; it tells us that children are a blessing that are ultimately granted by God. God created and blessed the one-flesh union with all of its procreative potential. May we be Christian men who aspire to create loving, multi-generational families composed of committed and productive disciples of Christ.

Short form video is dominating the internet right now. While it has its benefits, the endless stream of mindless video content carries its own set of dangers. It can shorten our attention span, feed us one-sided, polarizing content, create a false sense of expertise, and keep us sedentary and unproductive; perhaps the greatest danger of infinite mindless content, though, is that it dominates mental bandwidth that could and should be used to meditate on God's word. Check out the Battle Ground on Instagram: @battle.ground.podcast • Instagram photos and videos

God has called us to be dominion takers, multipliers, and disciple makers. All of these endeavors necessitate strength and endurance. While spiritual disciplines should be preeminent in our lives (1 Timothy 4:8), physical exercise is also a necessity because it aids in our self-mastery, and it prolongs our life and ministry. For the sake of your family, church, community, and life ministry, steward your body well: get in shape. Check out the Battle Ground on Instagram: @battle.ground.podcast • Instagram photos and videos

In episode 31, I have a conversation with Pastor Adam Johnson. We discuss three Christian men who have strongly influenced him, as well as the common traits that they share. Adam also discusses the sanctifying benefits of marriage and children, fighting the tendency towards sexual selfishness, and more. Adam is the Senior Pastor of Bakerton Bible Church in Harpers Ferry, WV.

Clips of Andrew Tate, a kick-boxer turned pimp turned manosphere influencer, swept the internet in 2022 and 2023. While Tate offers little for the sincere Christian man to imitate, we can learn several things about our world and culture by examining his story. Check out the Battle Ground Instagram page:@battle.ground.podcast • Instagram photos and videos

In episode 29, I have a conversation with my brother, Zach Rinehart, about hunting, fishing, video games, biblical sexuality, the consequences of early exposure to pornography, the goodness of the family, and more.Zach is the Pastor of Youth and Family Ministries at Central Chapel in Hedgesville, WV.Check out the Battle Ground on Instagram:@battle.ground.podcast • Instagram photos and videos

Listen in for three helps in your fight against pornography. @battle.ground.podcast • Instagram photos and videos

God created you for a reason. In episode 27, Wesley breaks down man's mission from Genesis to the NT epistles. Despite being marred by sin, we are still called to fill the earth, subdue it, keep God's commandments, make disciples, and ultimately give glory to God. If you have found yourself struggling to find meaningful direction in life, these truths are a great place to start. Follow the Battle Ground on Instagram: @battle.ground.podcast • Instagram photos and videos

In episode 26, Wesley breaks down the updated mission and core values of the Battleground podcast. Whether you are a first-time listener or a veteran of the podcast, this episode will give clear insight into the renewed direction of this podcast. This podcast exists to build whole Christian men who walk in sexual integrity and affect the world for Christ.  Core Values:Whole Man OrientedClear and direct SpeechBiblically GroundedLocal Church Actionable Optimism without NaivetyBe sure to check out the BGP Instagram page: @battle.ground.podcast • Instagram photos and videos

Welcome back! In episode 25, I share an address that I gave to the men's dorm of Appalachian Bible College in the Fall of 2023.The title of the talk is "Straight Talk on Owning a Penis." This is an uncomplicated overview of God's plan for human sexual capacity, as well as the obstacles that young men are most likely to face today.1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 For this is the will of God, your sanctification: that you should abstain from sexual immorality; 4 that each of you should know how to possess his own vessel in sanctification and honor, 5 not in passion of lust, like the Gentiles who do not know God.Follow the Battleground on Instagram: @battle.ground.podcast • Instagram photos and videos

In episode 24, Wesley discusses a critical nutrient in our spiritual diet. Without it, we turn into superficial and anemic Christians. With it, we are healthy and whole.5 Accountability Questions I Wish My Ally Would Ask Me (covenanteyes.com)

In episode 23, Wesley discusses the current situation involving Matt Chandler and the Village Church.

In episode 22, Wesley interviews Pastor Van Marsceau. Pastor Van instructs young men on subjects such as sexual integrity, smartphones, masculinity, and time management.**Note:** Due to some recording errors, the quality of the audio is below average; however, the vast majority of the conversation is comprehensible and beneficial.

In episode 21, Wesley sits down with Nathan Walton in order to discuss topics such as sexual integrity, local church involvement, and college memories. Nathan is currently undergoing training at the WV State Police Academy; and he is an active member at Daniels Bible Church in Daniels, West Virginia.

In episode 20, Wesly discusses the endgame of our sexual integrity endeavors. What is victory? If we aren't careful, we can give ourselves unhelpful and unhealthy expectations. Wesley also offers a few comments on the current Jordan Peterson Phenomenon.

The spiritual battle rages for our mind. While God has given us daily ways to use our mental capacity to glorify Him, we must be sure to suit up with the appropriate armor so that we can carry out our mission without succumbing to the attacks.

In Episode 18, Wesley shares the past and the present of his battle for sexual integrity. The episode ends with some thoughts from Romans 5.

Brad Hambrick, Counseling pastor of Summit Church in Durham, NC, has written a thought-provoking article on the nature of healthy "accountability." In episode 17, Wesley talks through some of Brads suggested questions when it comes to maintaining robust discipleship relationships.

Trying to figure out what it means to "be a man" can be frustrating due to all of the cultural and political baggage surrounding it. Although the Bible does not give a "fill in the blank" definition for masculinity, it does outline God's plan for men. In episode 16, Wesley takes a flyover of the Biblical descriptors of real men.

In episode 15, Dr. John Rinehart joins us to discuss singleness as well as prepping for and being married. Whether you are single, dating, engaged, or married, you will be greatly helped by these bits of practical wisdom. Being a man is not necessarily easy or comfortable, but it is a high calling. In this conversation between father and son, young men are called to take responsibility and embrace the rewarding task of living out their God given design.

In episode 14, Wesley interviews his former Dean of men and his current father-in-law: Kevin Gullion. They cover things such as how marriage affects one's battle for sexual integrity and the role and limitations of internet blockers and accountability software.

In the first ever P4P book review, Wesley reads and discusses some portions of Tony Reinke's book: "12 Ways Your Phone is Changing You."

Porn is like a weed that will slowly overtake your life. God not only commands us to fight the sin, but he also gives us a framework from which to launch the attack. We are to fight it on the physical front as well as on the spiritual front. In this episode, Wesley walks through Ephesians 4 and our God given plan for sanctification.

In episode 11, Wesley continues to work through the verses of Proverbs 7. One of the big takeaways is Solomon's observation that most young men fail to be intentional about avoiding sexual sin; when the intentionality is lacking, the odds of sinning dramatically increase. And soon, the young man will find himself intentionally seeking the sin.

Missionary Andrew Smith joins me today to discuss his fight for sexual integrity as a missionary kid. After discovering pornography at the age of 13, Andrew's life was under the constant strain of guilt and isolation. Listen as he shares how a crucial conversation with his dad turned his entire life around. To learn more about the Smith's ministry today, please visit smithsministry.com .

Proverbs 7 describes a foolish young man who ends up sleeping with a prostitute. However, the prostitute isn't the only woman that is mentioned in the chapter. The author describes two women who, if embraced, will give life and safety from the seductress.

It is easy for us to look for a boost when we are emotionally depleted or disappointed, and it is tragic when porn is the boost that we seek. Although we know that it will not satisfy, we still run to sexual sin time and time again. Thankfully, Psalm 16 points us to a source of infinite pleasure--the presence of God.

In Episode 06, Wesley takes a look at how the landscape and availability of sexual temptation has changed over the last 50 years.

In episode 05, Wesley examines several passages from scripture that paint sex to be an honorable, pleasure-filled, gift from God. While there are many pitfalls to be avoided with our human sexuality, we must be careful not paint sex as being a negative thing.

In episode 04, Wesley defines several of the major terms surrounding sexual immorality. Terms such as "fornication" and "adultery" are often limited or misused. Furthermore, the term "sexual immorality" can include far more than just sex outside of marriage. The episode is closed with a challenge from Hebrews.

In this episode, Wesley takes a real look at just how many people are struggling with pornography. The numbers are quite appalling. The episode is closed with some practical ways to address the issue as well as a reading of Hebrews 3:12.

In episode 02, Wesley breaks down three different areas of our life that are greatly affected by our sexual integrity. One's sexual integrity (or lack their of) can greatly affect their spiritual health, the health of their brain, and the health of their marriage. Consequently, we should take great care to follow Paul's command in 1 Corinthians 6:18 to "Flee sexual immorality."

In Episode 00, Wesley breaks down the mission of the P4P Podcast. He discusses, the target audience, the concept of sexual integrity, and the importance of being on guard. He closes the episode by examining some truth from I Thessalonians 4.