Unlocking the Divine Image in the Masculine Heart!
This is the big crossover episode, it is both the end and the beginning. After months of praying and considering we are wrapping up the C.O.D.E. of Man Podcast and consolidating our efforts into one front, The Way of Holiness podcast (see link below). We are very grateful for the four years of doing this podcast and look forward to continuing the same type of exploring, teaching, and learning with all of you! We want to say a final thank you to our dear friend Bruce Frye for the use of his song, The Heart of a Champion, as our C.O.D.E. Podcast theme for the past four years. We would like to encourage all of our listeners to check out Bruce's website and music, as well as get updates on the Brother's Twice movie project, at Home Page - Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist The Way of Holiness Podcast can be found at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-way-of-holiness/episodes/Episode-1-A-New-Year-in-the-Way-of-Holiness-e2dve17
You probably view your life as either in a rut or on a role! It all depends on your daily routine! In this episode we welcome back our old buddy Aaron Bibb to talk about the importance of our daily routines. Everyone has one, but it is important to be conscience of what ours looks like because it is producing the results it is designed to get. So, if we want different results, we need to work out an improved routine. A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store McLeansville Baptist Church - McLeansville, NC
When do we push through to the intended goal and when does discretion advise turning back? Two questions that must come together in the life of faith: What are my goals for my life? What is God's will for my life? And stay tuned for this year's Thanksgiving Trivia as we celebrate this great day! A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store McLeansville Baptist Church - McLeansville, NC
Your heart, is it good or bad? Can you trust it or not? Do we follow our heart or lead it? The answer to all of these questions is, well, “Yes!' The human heart is a complex thing. The muscle in your chest cavity is, yes, but even more so, is the core of your being, the very spirit of life within you, your most central part of your being, your heart. Resources referenced in this episode: The Garden Within: Where the War with Your Emotions Ends and Your Most Powerful Life Begins: Phillips, Dr. Anita, Sarah Jakes Roberts: 9781400232987: Amazon.com: Books Renovation of the Heart: Putting on the Character of Christ - 20th Anniversary Edition: Willard, Dallas: 9781641584425: Amazon.com: Books A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
This week we dive headlong into the topic of fear! Fear, and how we address it in our life, is an important and relevant subject. It is healthy to ask, "What am I afraid of?" And then to ask, "How is this fear able to improve me, if I will face it?" Note: Soon be on the lookout for releases from our 2023 Way of Holiness Conference. You can find access, when they are available, at McLeansville Baptist Church - McLeansville, NC A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
Life hits hard sometimes, doesn't it? Like when your children are hurting, or your job is disappointing; or like when your country is going crazy, or when your church faces another round of, whatever! If we're honest, in those times how we really feel is, “I hate this.” We want to run from the trials and pains and sufferings, but the way of Jesus is to embrace them and enter into them. Only in facing the adversity are we made stronger and perfected. To run from trouble is to embrace weakness. So, how do we pass through the valley? Note: Soon be on the lookout for releases from our 2023 Way of Holiness Conference. You can find access, when they are available, at McLeansville Baptist Church - McLeansville, NC A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
What is Moses praying for when he says, "Teach us to number our days (and) apply our hearts to wisdom?" It is, in truth, one of the most needful prayers and pursuits we could get in on in our day. It is necessary as leaders, as husbands and fathers, and as ministers of the gospel. Note: Soon be on the lookout for releases from our 2023 Way of Holiness Conference. You can find access, when they are available, at McLeansville Baptist Church - McLeansville, NC A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
When the Bible calls us to "pray without ceasing," and "pray always," do you think, "And how can I do that? Is it even possible?" We believe the answer is "Yes," but it is another process of our growth. It is learning how we can turn our thoughts into prayers. Note: Soon be on the lookout for releases from our 2023 Way of Holiness Conference. You can find access, when they are available, at McLeansville Baptist Church - McLeansville, NC A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
We decided to pack all of the rest into a third and final portion. We truly hope this series has enticed you into a deep desire to add to your faith and grow into more and more fruitfulness for God's glory! Note: Soon be on the lookout for releases from our 2023 Way of Holiness Conference. You can find access, when they are available, at McLeansville Baptist Church - McLeansville, NC A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
In this second of three series, Easy Target is back to join in the teaching from 2 Peter 1. In particular, adding to our faith and virtue the qualities of knowledge, temperance, and patience. Note: Soon be on the lookout for releases from our 2023 Way of Holiness Conference. You can find access, when they are available, at McLeansville Baptist Church - McLeansville, NC A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
After a break we return with a two-part series from teaching from 2 Peter 1 on the process of becoming the man or woman we are made in Jesus! How are we to do this? Add to your faith! A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
In this delayed release episode, we welcome back Charlie Russell to help us discuss our upcoming Way of Holiness Conference! What is spiritual formation and what are the practices we will be teaching and learning this year as we pull away from society and for a few days of focused training in the way of Christ? Scripture Reference for Way of Holiness is Isaiah 35. For further reading get our book published in 2020, The Mystery of Godliness. Amazon.com: The Mystery of Godliness eBook : Barnette, Pastor Mike, Cantrell, Associate Pastor, Russell, Charlie, Van Horn, Mike: Kindle Store Write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
In the second portion of this discussion on journaling, Overtrek and team share the personal experiences of how journaling has helped as a spiritual discipline and some lessons learned along the way. Write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store McLeansville Baptist Church - McLeansville, NC And... Daybreak Devotions • A podcast on Spotify for Podcasters
What is a Journal? It is a treasury of gifts from God! Words of and from Jesus, given through the Holy Spirit, tied to the scriptures, which we receive and are able to write down and keep, helping us to remember. It is a record of our journey with God! It is really one of the most precious possessions you can have once you learn how to use it (And by the way, while there is general guidance on how-to, there is no set how-to!). And what fascinates us the most, is how God himself keeps a journal! Write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
As we enjoy some Independence Day rest and celebration we decided to re-air our most listened to podcast episode to date, "Lessons from Long's Peak." This is a great revisit for us as we go back down those memories of climbing our first 14'er! Write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
As we advance in our technology are we actually growing in intelligence, capability, and moral quality, or are we witnessing the regression of society under the guise of humanistic pride? That is the "Theory of Delusional Regression" discussed in this week's episode. The problem and what we can do about it? Write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
We all have a rule of life, and your rule of life is working. We are becoming the sort of person our daily habits are intended to produce. So, the better question would be, is the rule of life I am living by the one I ought to be following? Is it helping me learn how to abide in Jesus and bear much fruit for God's glory? Write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
We take a look into the vows of integrity in Psalm 101. If there is one place we should hold the line on holiness it is our homes. But the enemy is crafty and we must be vigilant! Write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
What has God called you to do in your life on this side of eternity? Do you wonder if he has even called you to anything? We want to encourage you that God does have a call for you and in this episode, we look at Paul's testimony in Galatians 1 and draw from our own experiences to help you think through God's call on your own life. Write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
This week's episode is a special edition where we feature a recorded radio program on this essential teaching of how to treasure Christ in our hearts above all else! Jesus tells us to "lay up our treasure in heaven." Why? Because wherever our treasure is, that is where our heart will be, and ultimately, that is his greatest interest, our heart! The greatest treasure our heart can hold is the loving, valuing, and desiring of Christ above everything else. But how can we do that? What does it look like to treasure Christ above all else? Write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
Originally intended as our return from Spring Break episode we delayed the release of this one until this week. The discussion revolves arounf teh importance of brotherhood in our battles. We need one another, we need those tight, heart knit groups of men and women who we can call at 2AM when our world is falling apart! Do you have a fellowship like that? Write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
Some folks are hesitant, others think it's some sort of compromise of tradition, but we believe in the value of small group discipleship. In this episode we will share our experiences as well as out practical approach to bringing others into intimate fellowships of the heart. Write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com A special thanks, as always, to Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." Check out more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
We're back! Spring break is done, and we decided on this last-minute switch to share this podcast during the week of May 4th and 5th, or, otherwise known as "May the 4th be with you," and "Revenge of the 5th!" Napoleon, Easy Target, and Overtrek are all back for a discussion of the spiritual lessons that can be gleaned and taught from families and friends watching the Star Wars series together. And of course, we have to have a trivia competition! As always we appreciate our friend Bruce Frye for our theme song, and you can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store Also, check out the movie currently in production about Bruce and his brother Sammy... Brothers Twice Movie | The True Story of Sammy and Bruce Frye
It's time for a little sabbath! A season to practice a little more of slowing the pace, shrinking the world, and shepherding the heart.
It would be almost unthinkable in our modern way to accept the strong conviction of this Psalm writer, a man who could make such a bold declaration of his faith in God and his word, "I have been faithful to your word! Lord, I now expect you to take my case and champion my cause!" How can you and I obtain and live in the same kind of boldness? As always we appreciate our friend Bruce Frye for our theme song, and you can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store Also, check out the movie currently in production about Bruce and his brother Sammy... Brothers Twice Movie | The True Story of Sammy and Bruce Frye
So you're thinking about going off into the wild for a night or two, what do you need to know? Some wise words from backpacking experts would be great to glean from, but since we could not get any experts in studio, you will have to settle for us! The C.O.D.E. Crew share some of their "Lessons Learned" from the trail and the camp. As always we appreciate our friend Bruce Frye for our theme song, and you can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store Also, check out the movie currently in production about Bruce and his brother Sammy... Brothers Twice Movie | The True Story of Sammy and Bruce Frye Another resource mentioned in this episode, are the helpful videos about backpacking, produced by our previous guest, Jeremiah Stringer... Jeremiah Stringer Hikes - YouTube
In this return to the wild episode, the CODE Crew discuss the latest backpack adventure and the overall spiritual benefits of wilderness on the soul! Feel free to write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com As always, a special "Thank You" to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his music! You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store We also want to thank our sponsor, McLeansville Baptist Church, and you can read more about this wonderful church family at McLeansville Baptist Church - McLeansville, NC
Do you have a theology of suffering? Every believer should have one, and it should help us to understand that our suffering is a means to strength when we sanctify our heart to God in the trials. His grace is greater than our pain. Feel free to write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com As always, a special "Thank You" to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his music! You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store We also want to thank our sponsor, McLeansville Baptist Church, and you can read more about this wonderful church family at McLeansville Baptist Church - McLeansville, NC
How many of us find ourselves discouraged in prayer because we feel repetitive, unfocused, and perhaps even, dare we say, bored? That can be disheartening, especially because we know prayer is vital, and we want to have a vibrant and meaningful life of prayer. In this episode Mike discusses the very helpful practice of praying the scriptures. There are some wonderful helps that come to us when we learn to pray straight from the Bible itself! Imagine, praying from God's word back to God! Feel free to write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com As always, a special "Thank You" to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his music! You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store We also want to thank our sponsor, McLeansville Baptist Church, and you can read more about this wonderful church family at McLeansville Baptist Church - McLeansville, NC
What is a sabbatical? Perhaps you have heard the term, but have you ever thought about implementing it as a regular part of your life? In today's episode Mike discusses the benefits of the sabbatical practice and how it could be an essential part of finding true renovation in your soul. What is a real Sabbatical? The elements of a real sabbatical are: A place and time to eliminate or manage the distractions. A place and time to separate from normal duties and demands and focus on recovery and wellness. A place and time for reprieve from much of the conflict which is engaged in normal life. A place and time to reset the practices and postures of a Holy Life (i.e., slowing down, rest, prayer, meditation, etc.). If that all sounds really good, then today's episode is for you! The resource referenced in this week's episode is Sabbath: Restoring the Sacred Rhythm of Rest, by Wayne Muller, New York: Bantam Books (1999) Feel free to write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com As always, a special "Thank You" to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his music! You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store We also want to thank our sponsor, McLeansville Baptist Church, and you can read more about this wonderful church family at McLeansville Baptist Church - McLeansville, NC
This week the crew is joined by special guests Justin and Nicole Stern, aka., "Mr. and Mrs. Mountain Monk," for a discussion on how they have found success integrating healthy diets and exercise into their family of eight. While it is not easy to make these transitions, Justin and Nicole offer some simple and proven ways to initiate healthy change. Feel free to write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com As always, a special "Thank You" to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his music! You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store We also want to thank our sponsor, McLeansville Baptist Church, and you can read more about this wonderful church family at McLeansville Baptist Church - McLeansville, NC
This week we discuss the big three questions which can help us make fitness a practical part of our daily lives: What are the Key Principles to Put into Practice with Fitness Goals? How Can my Commitment to Fitness Reflect my Role as an Image Bearer for God, and be a Holy Practice in my Life? What Can we Do to Help Each Other Live a More Fit Life? Feel free to write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com As always, a special "Thank You" to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his music! You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
In this second discussion in the series on Renovation Fitness, the C.O.D.E. Crew takes a look at the principles of solid fitness which can be drawn out of the analogies Paul gives to Timothy in 2 Timothy 2:1-7. We then talk through the three basic components of fitness: Exercise, Nutrition, and Rest. Feel free to write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com As always, a special "Thank You" to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his music! You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
As we continue thinking through what our year of Renovation would look like, what role does physical fitness play in all of this? Does God care about our physical fitness? What is the connection between the spiritual and the physical? Join the C.O.D.E. Crew for a discussion in this first of a series about our own continuing journeys in pursuing a practical, holy, and meaningful fitness of body and spirit. This week we open up more of the biblically philosophical approach. Feel free to write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com As always, a special "Thank You" to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his music! You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
The will of God for our life can seem like a difficult subject to find clarity on. We may struggle at times to understand what it is God has planned for us, wants for us to do, and how we go about discovering that. In this episode Mike and Corey discuss how to understand the will of God in the big picture sense, and also, how to trust that God's will can and will be done in our lives as individuals. Feel free to write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com As always, a special "Thank You" to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his music! You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
We begin the new year of podcasts with a discussion on some of the ways God is calling us to pursue renovation in our lives. Our hope is that as you listen you too will discover how God is leading your heart toward specific renewal. Feel free to write us at codeofmangen127@gmail.com As always, a special "Thank You" to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his music! You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
It's New Year's Eve and the C.O.D.E. Crew wishes you the best for 2023! We gathered for some looking back and looking ahead, laughing all the way to January 1! Thanks to all of you for listening with us this year! As always, a special "Thank You" to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his music! You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
We love to get the crew together for the annual Christmas week podcast! This week you can join Mike, Corey, and Dean for some celebration of the Joy of Christmas as we reflect on the meaning of the Joy of Jesus which is available to all of us. We make our annual Advent book and music recommendations, our Christmas movie choices for the year, and of course we will get some Christmas themed trivia in to see if Easy Target can finally get a win! There are many nuggets and gems hidden in the hour together (including a Hallmark Christmas movie review)! We hope our podcast can be a helpful addition to your celebration of the season! Some featured resources in this episode: Preparing Room: An Advent Journey Through "It's a Wonderful Life": Horvath, Rebecca: 9798838297884: Amazon.com: Books It's a Wonderful Life Study Guide: A Bible Study Based on the Christmas Classic It's a Wonderful Life: Vermilye, Alan: 9781948481106: Amazon.com: Books 52 Little Lessons from It's a Wonderful Life: Welch, Bob: 9780785265702: Amazon.com: Books Joy - Henri Nouwen The Mystery of Godliness: Barnette, Pastor Mike, Cantrell, Associate Pastor Corey, Russell, Charlie, Van Horn, Dr. Mike: 9798577988012: Amazon.com: Books As always, a special "Thank You" to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his music! You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
This week join Mike and Corey for a discussion of how Jesus teaches us the soul sustaining way to move through the hectic seasons of our lives. We all know that there is no time more consistently hectic than the holidays! As always, a special Thank You to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his song, "Heart of a Champion!" You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
No, it's not the start of another Lego Superhero movie, it's the C.O.D.E. Crew who have just returned from an overnighter to Croatan National Forest, and this is the hot off the press review of the trip along with some discussion on our trip topic, 'What has God been teaching you over this past year?" We are joined by a first-time trip attendee, Josh "Newb" Apple, and we still are not sure what year the Lost Colony was discovered to be lost. As always, a special Thank You to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his song, "Heart of a Champion!" You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
In this episode Mike and Corey are joined once again by Pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain, and Political Science expert, Graham Glover to take a look at what Americans can make of this year's midterm election results, and in particular how we, as Christian men, should respond. Referenced in this episode: Home - Abiding Savior Lutheran Church What Is Christian Nationalism? | Christianity Today As always, a special Thank You to our friend Bruce Frye for the use of his song, "Heart of a Champion!" You can find more of Bruce's music and ministry at... Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store
It's Thanksgiving and once again Bruce Frye stops in to hang out with us for a celebration. We get a sneak-listen at the new recording project Bruce and Sammy Frye are working on and Bruce joins Napoleon and Easy Target for our annual Thanksgiving Trivia contest. This one goes a little loopy! We hope you will enjoy this as part of your holiday celebration! For more information on The Brothers Twice movie project... Brothers Twice Movie | The True Story of Sammy and Bruce Frye Venture Films Home - Venture FIlms A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store Also, we welcome your emails at codeofmangen127@gmail.com
In this special extended edition episode, we just let the recorder roll for another unedited conversation between Overtrek, Easy Target, and Rollin Napoleon. As the crew gets things back on track, the trio is back together for a discussion on how we must learn to lose our life in God if we are to truly discover what our lives are about. Particularly in terms of our purpose, vocation, and our unique niche we bring to the table. Thoreau wrote, "The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation. What is called resignation is confirmed desperation. From the desperate city you go into the desperate country and have to console yourself with the bravery of minks and muskrats. A stereotyped but unconscious despair is concealed even under what are called the games and amusements of mankind. There is no play in them, for this comes after work. But it is a characteristic of wisdom not to do desperate things.” A few highlights: Purpose is where we find our identity, it is given by God. Vocation is where we serve our community, it is living in God through our work. Niche is how I do my best ministry, when I bring my unique gifting from God into my work. Purpose is who you are. Vocation is what you do. Niche is how who you are does what you do. A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store Also, we welcome your emails at codeofmangen127@gmail.com
This week Mike flies solo without ET or Napoleon and shares some biblical thoughts on the subject of Christian Patriotism and our responsibility to our nation as followers of Jesus who are, first and foremost, citizens of heaven! This episode released especially for our Election Day 2022! A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store Also, we welcome your emails at codeofmangen127@gmail.com
Anger is a prevalent emotion in our day and one which is often misunderstood, misused, and maligned. Actually, there are times when it is right to be angry but there are also right ways to be angry. As our best model we want to look at the occasions in the scriptures when Jesus was angered. What was the cause and how did he respond? A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store Also, we welcome your emails at codeofmangen127@gmail.com
In this special episode we are all "fanboys" as we welcome to the Undisclosed Location, the host of Two Chairs No Waiting Podcast, the Floyd the Barber Tribute Artist, proprietor of imayberry.com, and most recently turned Rom Com/Action/Drama movie star in The MAYBERRY Man, he has his own page on IMDB, ladies and Gentlemen, Allan “Floyd” Newsome! For more, click the link below to check out all things Allan Newsome. The Andy Griffith Show Rerun Watchers Club (imayberry.com) A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store Also, we welcome your emails at codeofmangen127@gmail.com
The public schools established in the colonial era were predominately faith based and Bible centric, but clearly, we are not living in the 1700's anymore. Today, Christian parents have options to consider when it comes to the education of their children. One of those options is the Christian School, but with that comes many questions and some concerns. In this episode a number of those questions and concerns are addressed. What are the reasons for or against Christian education, public school education, or even the homeschooling option? Our Special Guests include Pastor Gary Blaylock and J.D. Paige. A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store Also, we welcome your emails at codeofmangen127@gmail.com
After last week's discussion the crew decided to come back and finish the friend talk. In this episode Mike, Corey, and Dean explore the qualities of true friendship and the role of a friend as an accountability partner, or Battle Buddy (whichever you prefer). A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store Also, we welcome your emails at codeofmangen127@gmail.com
For the second episode in a row, we have the whole crew together! This week the discussion centers around why men have a difficult time forming true friendships with other men and why it is vital that we change that. Of course, we begin with a round table discussion on "Who is the best Robin Hood of all time?" So, bear with us! A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store Also, we welcome your emails at codeofmangen127@gmail.com
Destined to become an all-time classic or the end of the C.O.D.E. Podcast forever, the entire crew is finally back together, and we were so elated we left this episode raw and unfiltered. Napoleon and Easy Target are back in the studio of the Undisclosed Location and while we had an agenda for this episode, we just sort of let the conversation flow naturally and, well, this is what you get. A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store Also, we welcome your emails at codeofmangen127@gmail.com
In the second half of the discussion on the experience of life's problems, Mike and Corey bring the conversation to a close by settling in on how God uses the problems of life to transform us and that he never leaves us to walk through the troubles alone. The journey of suffering is about spiritual maturing in three areas: Humility, Faith and Surrender. A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion." You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store Also, we welcome your emails at codeofmangen127@gmail.com