Podcasts about lion within us

Send a textWhat if the most dangerous choice a man makes is the choice to say nothing? We take a hard look at Genesis 3:12 and discover how Adam's silence and blame set a pattern many of us still follow—at home, in church, and at work. This isn't finger-pointing; it's an honest call to trade passivity for Spirit-led leadership that serves, protects, and tells the truth even when it's costly.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send a textEver felt like you're swinging harder with a dull axe? We open with Ecclesiastes 10:10 and sit down with Benjamin Matteson, a veteran law enforcement officer, to explore how wisdom, mentorship, and brotherhood sharpen a man's life. From a childhood without church rhythms to a VBS invite that led to salvation and baptism, Benjamin's journey shows how a single mentor and a faithful community can transform isolation into purpose.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send a textEver feel like you're swinging harder but not getting anywhere? We anchor this conversation in Ecclesiastes 10:10—if the axe is dull, more strength won't save you—and explore how sharpening through mentorship and discipleship turns effort into impact. With Ryan Zook, president of Men of Iron, we dig into why most men quietly crave a mentor, what keeps them from asking, and the simple structure that makes growth stick.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send a textFeeling worn out from swinging harder and seeing little change? We unpack the fierce wisdom of Ecclesiastes 10:10—why a dull axe drains your strength and how sharpening your edge turns the same effort into real results. From leadership to marriage to everyday spiritual battles, we walk through simple, concrete ways to prepare your heart and habits so your next swing actually cuts.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send a textWhat do you do when work devours your peace, home feels distant, and your best intentions collapse into anger or silence? Mark Mitchell joins us to share a raw, hopeful journey from buried trauma and box-check faith to a daily walk with God that actually changes how he leads his home. From a fractured childhood and a porn addiction to a career that pulled him away from his wife and kids, Mark tells the truth about the walls he mistook for vulnerability—and how a band of brothers helped him tear them down.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send a textPressure rises, words sharpen, and suddenly your chest tightens—you've left connection and slipped into protection. Dr. Kelly Flanagan joins us to unpack that exact moment and show how a single decision can change the outcome: notice your heart closing and choose to open it. We trace the real mechanics of being triggered—how the nervous system mistakes small threats for mortal danger, why our best communication tools vanish, and how both silence and aggression can be clever forms of control.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send a textPressure has a way of telling the truth. When a sharp comment, a hard day, or a tense look flips that internal switch, what comes out isn't random—it's the heart speaking. We open Proverbs 4:23 and walk through a clear, practical path for guarding your heart with diligence so what overflows under stress is wisdom and life, not wrath and wreckage.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send a textFeeling alone doesn't mean you're failing—it means you're human and paying attention. Today we sit down with Cameron Kauffman, a member whose path will feel familiar: early faith, a season of drift after high school, and then a return to church through marriage and community. What changed the game wasn't more information; it was the right circle of men who traded vague encouragement for focused action and accountability.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send a textLoneliness doesn't always look like an empty room; sometimes it's a full calendar and a hollow heart. We're naming that ache out loud and shining Scripture on the lies that make it worse. Starting with Psalm 142 and John 8, we trace those shame-filled thoughts to their real source, then build a simple filter to test every idea about worth and identity: if it contradicts God's Word, it's a lie. From there, we share raw stories—missed meetings that became a spiral, friendships that went surface or silent, and the sting of rejection that can rattle a man's sense of value.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send a textFeeling invisible is more common than most men admit, and the silence can be brutal when it happens in the very places meant to heal us. We open Psalm 142 and talk plainly about the sting of being overlooked, the pull toward bitterness, and the slow grind of isolation that wears down courage. From hard personal experiences to hard-won hope, we trace a path from raw lament to real refuge, where God's steady sight becomes the ground we stand on.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send a textWhat if the missing piece in your growth isn't more content, but the right circle of men? We sit down with Rob Williams—seasoned executive, devoted husband, and father—to unpack how a Christ-centered mastermind turned isolated effort into measurable, life-giving progress. Rob's story blends practical wisdom with hopeful grit: the courage to open up, the strength found in accountability, and the peace that comes when brothers pray like they mean it.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send a textIf your house feels more like a battleground than a refuge, you're not imagining it—and you're not alone. Pastor and author Craig Thompson joins us to reframe the fight: stop battling your spouse and start warring for your family. We talk candidly about selfishness, spiritual warfare, and the daily choices that turn a tense home into holy ground.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send a textWhat if the praise you want from God requires the process you're trying to avoid? We sit with Job 1:8 and lean into a hard truth: character is forged before the crisis and revealed in the fire. This conversation is for men who want to lead with conviction, guard their homes, and walk with a steady peace the world can't counterfeit.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send a textMen don't need more noise; we need brothers who show up. Chris sits down with John Rogers to trace a surprisingly relatable path: a tough year, a big move, a gym next to a church, and the discovery that small, steady community can change everything. John shares how daily Scripture, honest conversation, and a tight mastermind group helped him lead with courage at home and at work—without adding pressure or pretense.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send a textA prayer for clarity. A 3 a.m. wake-up call. A career pivot no one saw coming. Drew Parker sat atop a decade of hard-won Nashville success—Grammy and CMA nods, stadium tours with Luke Combs, a label pushing singles at country radio—yet the joy faded when the lights went down. Wrestling with frustration and purpose, he asked God to speak so clearly that denial would be impossible. Five days later, his unbelieving manager called, shaken by nights of being jolted awake with one message: you're supposed to sing about Jesus.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textPressure rises, deadlines tighten, and our hands reach for the wheel. We say we trust God, yet we still try to be God. This conversation breaks that cycle with a clear path from Psalm 37:5—commit your way to the Lord, trust in Him, and He will act—and shows how those words transform real decisions for husbands, fathers, and leaders.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textA skeptical young husband sits on a pastor's office floor, reads a passage, and finds the kind of faith that changes a life. That simple, humble start turns into decades of service: deep mentorship in a small church, ministry training, and a leap across the world to plant house churches in post-Soviet Ukraine. Along the way come cold trains, open-air markets, a tense meeting with the local mafia leader, and the unmistakable thread of provision that follows obedience. The mission stays clear: equip locals to reach their neighbors, trust God over comfort, and measure impact by fruit that remains.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textSome wounds don't fade with time; they hide in our habits, our anger, and the way we lead at home. Patrick Morley joins us to chart a clear, biblical way to heal childhood pain and become a steady, cycle-breaking man. From passive or permissive parenting to outright absence or anger, we unpack how early stories shape adult reactions—and why behavior tweaks alone won't fix a heart running old scripts.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textWhen pain won't let up and prayers feel like they bounce off the ceiling, Lamentations 3:31–32 speaks a quiet, stubborn hope: grief is seasonal, compassion is relentless. Chris opens up about back-to-back surgeries, infections, and the gut-punch of starting over, then walks us through how Scripture reframes suffering without sugarcoating it. The heart of the message is simple and strong—God does not cast off forever, and the same hand that allows a hard season is the hand that lifts you from it.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textPressure to provide can feel heavy until you remember who holds the weight. We sit down with Lucas Jordan—a husband, builder, and fearless follower of Jesus—to explore how Scripture, brotherhood, and simple daily rhythms can reshape a man's life from the inside out. From meeting Christ in 2020 to leading others with quiet conviction, Lucas shares how community turned isolation into strength and how consistent spiritual practices fuel courage at home and clarity at work.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textMoney can feel like a test you didn't study for: high stakes, fast decisions, and a gnawing sense that you should be further along. We open up about the real pressure to provide, how good things like trucks and Christmas can turn into hooks, and why pride keeps men quiet when the numbers go red. Through honest stories and Scripture, we map out a path from anxiety to alignment so your finances serve your faith, not your image.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textEver feel like “provider” secretly means “be everything to everyone”? We got honest about money, pressure, and what 1 Timothy 5:8 truly calls men to do. Instead of chasing every desire, we draw a clear line between providing for needs and carrying a burden God never placed on our shoulders. The result is countercultural: less anxiety, more clarity, and a home led by stewardship, not perfection.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textEver felt the ground drop out from under you? Adam joins me to share how a sudden layoff shattered his illusion of control and became the turning point that rebuilt his life on surrender, Scripture, and a circle of brothers who tell the truth and don't let you coast. It's a raw, practical journey from “I've got this” to “God's got me,” and how that shift changed his marriage, money, and mindset.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textWhat if the applause got louder while your voice grew quieter? That's the paradox we unpack with Dr. Joel Tudman — pastor, former Division I coach, and mental health advocate — who reached the heights of platform and performance, then said the words most men avoid: “I don't know who I am.”Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textWhat if courage sometimes looks like running? We explore Paul's charge to “flee” and “fight” in 1 Timothy 6:11–12 and show how those two commands form a clear strategy for authentic manhood. We talk about why fleeing temptation is not cowardice but wisdom, and how fighting the good fight of faith demands conviction, consistency, and a reliance on the Holy Spirit.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textGrace changes everything when you stop trying to earn it. We open with Romans 5:7–8 and move straight into a candid conversation with missions leader Lonnie Maley about what love looks like in motion—on the ground after storms, in quiet marriages that need fresh prayer, and inside men's groups that refuse vague answers. If you've ever wanted a brotherhood that actually shows up, this one will hit home.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textEver felt like you're stuck managing the same sins while calling it “growth”? We invited pastor, songwriter, and storyteller JD Walt to help us break the loop and step into the second half of the gospel—where love is unleashed and life actually changes.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textWhat if the most important sentence about your life was spoken before you did anything to deserve it? We dive straight into Romans 5:7–8 and sit with the scandal of grace: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. From there, we confront the myths men live by—earning love through performance, hiding behind passivity, and negotiating with habits that quietly hollow out the soul—and replace them with a sturdier truth that can bear the real weight of life.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textWhat happens when a warfighter carrying anger toward God steps into a circle of men who refuse to let him stay stuck? Stephen Morris' story is raw, honest, and quietly hopeful—a road from combat and cynicism to brotherhood, prayer, and real accountability that actually changes a man. We start with a simple lens—Luke 6:40—then move straight into the hard stuff: the weight of watching friends die, the questions that won't go away, and the stubborn belief that God exists even when your heart is at war with Him.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textWhat if discipleship worked like a real apprenticeship—with hands in the work, not just head in the clouds? We sit down with Pastor Heath Hardesty, author of All Things Together, to unpack a simple but deep pattern for growth: union with Christ, abiding in His presence, obeying His teaching, and imaging His character. Heath's journey from a plumber's apprentice to a lead pastor gives this model grit and stories you can feel—soldering joints, learning by doing, failing, laughing, and trying again.Reclaiming the Wild is back — April 24–26 at Abundant Blessings Farm (Stem, NC). This isn't just a retreat… it's a reset: brotherhood, faith, outdoors, bonfires, and real conversations. Theme: we have been commanded to unite. Bring your son (or any male kid 5+) and make memories that last. Register now — let's reclaim the wild. It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textA single verse can reset how we grow. Luke 6:40 reframes discipleship as apprenticeship, and we lean into that picture with both feet—hands-on learning, real-time correction, and a long obedience in the same direction. We talk plainly about why information alone won't form a Christlike life, how teachability beats talent over time, and why imitation under a patient Master is the path that actually changes us.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textFresh year, clean slate, and a clear plan to lead with purpose. We close the classic Fun Friday format and map out a simple three-part reset: a daily Bible rhythm that actually sticks, a calm financial audit that aligns money with mission, and one small family habit to restore connection at home. No hype, no overwhelm—just steps you can start today.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textNew year, clean slate, real talk. We're closing the books on a year that stretched our faith and widened our reach, then stepping into 2026 with a sharper focus: stop clutching the past and move with God toward what's next. Isaiah 43:18–19 sets the pace as we trace how a simple Bible App plan connected us with men in Kenya, Europe, and beyond, and why short, honest studies can carry hope farther than we imagine.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

In this episode of the Ordinary Christian Podcast, Craig Thompson interviews Chris Grainger, the host of The Lion Within Us. Chris shares his journey of starting a men's ministry, the importance of spiritual leadership, and how he uses his secular career to impact others for Christ. He discusses the challenges he faced, including personal struggles and the significance of encouragement in relationships. The conversation emphasizes the need for authenticity in faith and the role of community in spiritual growth.TakeawaysChris Grainger emphasizes the importance of being a spiritual leader in the home.Encouragement from others can significantly impact one's journey.Breaking his ankle led to unexpected spiritual growth for Chris.Men's ministry is crucial for helping men navigate their faith.The Bible app offers valuable resources for men seeking spiritual guidance.Authenticity in faith is essential for effective ministry.Language and communication style can reflect one's faith.Physical challenges can lead to deeper spiritual insights.Community support is vital for personal growth and accountability.Every individual has the potential to make an impact in their sphere of influence.TitlesUnleashing Your Inner Lion: Chris Grainger's JourneyThe Power of Encouragement in Men's MinistryChapters00:00Introduction to Chris Grainger and His Mission03:06The Birth of The Lion Within Us06:09Utilizing the Bible App for Men's Ministry09:03The Impact of Writing and Publishing11:51Encouragement and Its Power15:13The Importance of Affirmation in Relationships22:07The Power of Compliments in Relationships24:25Lessons from Physical Challenges30:00Finding Ministry in Secular Work41:04Embracing Spiritual Leadership at Home

Send us a textStuck replaying last year's loops? We open Isaiah 43:18–19 and get honest about how nostalgia, regret, and even our past wins can blind us to the new work God is already growing in front of us. This conversation moves from solid biblical context to practical courage, showing how God makes roadways in wilderness and rivers in deserts—and how we can walk forward one clear step at a time.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textThe rush is over, the house is finally quiet, and the real work of leading your home begins. We anchor the week with Isaiah 7:14—Emmanuel, God with us—and use that promise to reframe how we think about peace, money, and marriage after Christmas. Instead of drifting into the post‑holiday slump, we walk through a simple plan to slow down, open Scripture, and set a tone of truth for the days ahead.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textThe noise of December is loud; the voice that matters is gentle and true. We set aside commentary to read the Christmas story straight from God's Word—Matthew 1–2 and Luke 1–2—so you can breathe, listen, and remember why this season changes everything. From Joseph's night of decision to Mary's song of reversal, from the Magi's long road to the shepherds' quick sprint to Bethlehem, every scene reveals a God who keeps promises and draws near.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textA single verse can steady a shaking season. We open Isaiah 7:14 and watch a 700-year promise take on skin, breath, and a name—Emmanuel. Not myth, not metaphor. God with us. From a nation in turmoil to a manger in Bethlehem, we trace how a sign beyond human possibility—born of a virgin—signals a rescue only God could author.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textWhat if the difference between passivity and purpose is a handful of daily choices you can start today? We dive into Christ-centered leadership for men who want to serve with strength, handle money with wisdom, and love their families with steady, secure presence. Grounded in 2 Corinthians 5:14–15, we explore how the love of Christ moves us from living for ourselves to living on mission—and what that actually looks like between work, workouts, and weeknights at the ball field.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textWhat if Philippians isn't a collection of coffee-mug quotes, but a battle plan for ordinary believers to live on mission? We sit down with author and missions leader Alex Kocman to explore how Paul's letter calls men to stand firm, speak truth with love, and lock shields as a church that shares real risks and real joy. From Philippians 1:27's “striving side by side” to the practical charge to “do all things without grumbling,” we break down how weekday habits, public courage, and brotherly solidarity turn faith into action.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textWhat if the strongest thing you could do as a man was to let go? We explore how 2 Corinthians 5:14–15 turns common ideas about leadership upside down, showing why the love of Christ—not our need for control—builds the courage, clarity, and steadiness our families and communities need.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textTraining your body has value, but training your soul reshapes everything. We dive into 1 Timothy 4:8 with a coach's mindset, drawing a straight line from the way you approach the gym to the way you approach godliness, stewardship, and family leadership. If you've felt stuck or scattered, this conversation gives you a clear starting point and practical steps you can use today.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textEver notice how the gym makes your calendar but spiritual training keeps getting bumped? We sat down with performance coach and author Mark Oxer to flip that script and show how the same principles that build strong bodies can forge resilient, faithful men. Mark grew up in a structured church culture and found a living relationship with Jesus at camp; later, years in high-performance sport and ministry gave him a fresh lens for discipleship that actually multiplies.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textWhat if your strongest muscle isn't in your chest but in your soul? We take 1 Timothy 4:8 off the page and into real life, showing why godliness offers returns the mirror can't and how daily spiritual training builds durable peace, clarity, and courage. Join us for a focused, practical guide to building a life that holds under weight. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a spotter, and leave a review so more men can discover tools to lead at home, at work, and everywhere in between. Then tell us: what will be your first spiritual rep today?Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textWhat if the gap between where you are and the leader God is calling you to be could be bridged by a few simple, repeatable habits? We explore how delighting in God reshapes desire, why exercise is a form of stewardship, and how short, consistent family devotions can transform the culture of your home. Anchored in Psalm 37:4, we reframe spiritual growth from a Sunday-only activity to a daily rhythm that actually forms character.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textWhat if the real reason your spiritual life feels flat is that you've settled for fellowship instead of discipleship? Coach David Mack—44-year classroom teacher, football coach, and author of 25 Bible commentaries—joins us to chart a clear, simple path for one-on-one discipleship that actually multiplies. He brings a Jewish perspective that opens the Scriptures in technicolor, showing how the Old Testament and New Testament lock together to form one coherent story that anchors identity, clarifies doctrine, and fuels mission.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textWhat if the promise of Psalm 37:4 isn't about getting what you want, but becoming the kind of man who wants what God gives? We walk through the heart-level shift that happens when you delight in the Lord and step into real discipleship, not just good vibes and busy calendars. Along the way, we draw a clean line between fellowship and discipleship, unpack why many church programs stall out, and share a simple, repeatable path that forms steady husbands, present fathers, and courageous leaders.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textTrials don't wait for a convenient time. One week you're serving thousands at a men's conference with a full heart, and the next you're in a hospital bed with a PICC line, two surgeries, and a choice to make: fear or faith. We walk through that sharp turn with James 1:2–3 as our compass, not as a slogan but as a lived reality. Consider it joy, not because pain is pleasant, but because endurance changes the man you become—at home, at work, and in the quiet moments your kids remember.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textA mountaintop weekend can change your language; a hospital bed can change your life. Right after an energizing men's conference with voices like Joby Martin and John Tyson, I came home, peeled off a sock, and found a small, angry spot on my ankle scar. One Spirit-led decision—don't eat or drink—opened a door for same-day surgery, cultures, and a new road I didn't want: MRSA, a PICC line, and weeks of IV antibiotics. What felt like lost progress turned into a deeper lesson on endurance, gratitude, and the kind of brotherhood you can lean on when strength runs out.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Send us a textWhen gratitude feels thin and the table highlights what's missing, where do you place your hope? We lean into James 1:2–3 and take an unvarnished look at trials, endurance, and the kind of joy that survives the valley. Chris shares the real stories behind the mic—divorce, the loss of a daughter, a recent injury—and how those moments exposed control, deepened reliance on Christ, and built a steady faith that doesn't hinge on easy days.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.