Man's Glory Podcast

Grief changes us. The question is:  How? In this powerful episode of the  If Not Book Club , we're joined once again by one of our most requested guests,  Mrs. Bobbie Durkins , as we unpack Chapter 11 and discuss the profound ways grief shapes our hearts, perspectives, and desires. Together, we explore the loss of loved ones, the loss of dreams, and the surrender of ambitions that no longer al...

This episode is one of the most personal and vulnerable conversations of the season. As we unpack Chapter 10 of  If Not: Making Peace With God's Timing , we sit down without a guest because this chapter is deeply personal—it is quite literally a conversation between me and God. We discuss the emotional journey from being content, to becoming curious, to feeling confused, reflective, and even q...

WHEW! This episode was honest, hilarious, and completely unfiltered. Joined by special guests  Lowell Evans  and  Tokida Lomax , we unpack Chapter 9 of  If Not: Making Peace With God's Timing  and dive headfirst into one of the biggest battles believers face: temptation. Nothing was off limits. We talked about soul ties, singleness, masturbation, dating, marriage, boundaries, and the ongoing s...

This episode was filled with wisdom ,laughter, transparency, and purpose! Our special guest, Robin Witherspoon , joined us to discuss Chapter 8 of If Not: Making Peace With God's Timing , and she came PREPARED—with her personalized, annotated copy of the book and a list of questions ready to challenge Jazz. Robin shared her journey of spending her younger years raising six children, building a...

This episode was hilarious, honest, and full of spirited debate! Our special guest,  Marvin Blackmon , brought his trademark opinions, strong convictions, and plenty of pushback as we unpacked Chapter 7 of  If Not: Making Peace With God's Timing. What started as a conversation about singleness quickly turned into a lively discussion about soul mates, God's design for relationships, dating,...

This episode was powerful, honest, and filled with wisdom. In Episode 6 of the  If Not Book Club , we welcomed special guest  Mrs. Wanda McClinton , and she absolutely delivered. As we unpack Chapter 6, we dive into one of the most important questions a believer can ask:  When is compromise appropriate, and when does it become costly? Mrs. McClinton shared a profound insight—that there are two pla...

This episode was REAL, hilarious, passionate, and packed with wisdom. In Episode 5 of the  If Not Book Club , we welcomed special guest Elder James L. Styles III as we unpacked Chapter 5:  Deal or No Deal . Between the laughter, corny jokes, and honest moments, we discussed the importance of knowing who you are, what you stand for, and why boundaries matter. Because if you stand for nothing, you’l...

This episode was DEEP. In Episode 4 of the  If Not Book Club , we unpack Chapter 4 and officially welcome our first guest of the season—Jazz’s grandmother, Bobbie Durkins. With three generations of women at the table, this conversation became powerful, emotional, hilarious, intentional, and incredibly real. We discuss preferences, non-negotiables, and boundaries—what they are, how they develop, an...

“You can’t miss what God has for you.” In Episode 3 of the  If Not Book Club , we dive into fear, doubt, timing, and the dangerous mindset that somehow God’s plan can slip past us. We discuss how disappointment and setbacks can make us question if we missed our opportunity—but the truth is, what God has ordained for you cannot be stolen by timing, people, or circumstance. Jazz shares a personal re...

In this episode of the  If Not Book Club , we dive into Chapter 2 and tackle the silence that often follows disappointment, delay, or unanswered prayers. We also make it clear:  If Not  is not just a book about dating or for women—it’s about spiritual growth, identity, surrender, and understanding who you are in Christ. We discuss the difference between grieving a lost dream and recognizing when s...

Season 4 is officially here—and the  If Not Book Club  begins! In Episode 1, we introduce what’s ahead this season and dive into Chapter 1 of  If Not: Making Peace With God’s Timing. We talk about the dreams, expectations, and timelines many of us create early in life—only to later realize that love, purpose, and success rarely unfold on our schedule. This episode challenges listeners to release i...

S3 Finale: Spiritual Growth & Maturity – Season Recap The time has finally come… Season 3 has come to an end. And what a season it has been. In this finale, we reflect on the theme of spiritual growth and maturity. We talk about being void of offense, setting boundaries, doing things decently and in order, and asking yourself:  Have I grown? Has anyone noticed a change in me? We discuss convic...

S3E14: Cultivating a Heart of Gratitude | Thankfulness in All Seasons Gratitude isn’t seasonal—it’s spiritual. In this episode, we talk about cultivating a heart of thankfulness in every stage of life. We discuss being content where God has you, resisting comparison, and understanding that you don’t know the price someone else paid for what they have. We covered a lot in a short time—gratitude, pe...

In this episode, we went off script—and it got real. We talk about people not truly knowing themselves and how comparison, jealousy, and social media shape desires that may not even be authentic. Are your wants really yours—or were they built from filtered lives you scroll past daily? We unpack coveting, hidden jealousy, and the danger of wanting what others have without knowing the struggle behin...

In this episode, we dive into my new book,  If Not: Making Peace With God’s Timing . We walk through the heart of the book, unpacking key themes and revisiting conversations we’ve already had on the podcast—waiting, obedience, faith, discipline, relationships, and trusting God when life doesn’t move on our timeline. This episode connects the dots between lived experience, Scripture, and the lesson...

Doubt happens—but what you do with it matters. In this episode, we unpack doubt, uncertainty, and the tension believers feel when faith is tested. We talk about how doubt doesn’t disqualify you, but how ignoring it or feeding it can weaken your walk. In a short but powerful conversation, we explore trusting God when answers aren’t clear, standing on His Word, and choosing faith even when emotions...

This episode pulls NO punches. We go straight to the Word and make it clear: God does not take lightly how His people use their mouths. From speaking lies and evil about others to coming against God’s people, we expose the spiritual and natural damage caused by reckless words. We break down Scripture on life and death being in the power of the tongue, bearing false witness, God’s hatred of lying,...

In this episode, we break down what  conviction  really is, how to recognize it, and how believers often respond incorrectly when it shows up. Conviction is not about correcting others, shifting blame, or searching for flaws in the person bringing the Word—it’s about repentance, alignment, and personal transformation. We talk about fixing  yourself  before God, resisting the urge to project convic...

This episode was led by the Word—and it was NO JOKE. Coming from Hebrews 10:24–26 (KJV), we break down why God commands us not to forsake the assembly and what it truly means to put God first. We talk about encouraging love, the danger of avoiding church, and the sin of willfully continuing after being shown the Truth. We unpack the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross and the reality that while we a...

God’s timing doesn’t move on our schedule—and that’s where patience is built. In this episode, we talk about what patience truly is, how it’s developed, and how you know if you’re really trusting God. Spoiler alert: you can’t say  “I trust God, BUT…”  That’s not faith! This episode will challenge you to surrender control and wait well. But, how do we wait well? Let's find out.

Spiritual growth requires discipline. In this episode, we dive into the importance of prayer, fasting, and worship—not just as practices, but as a lifestyle. We talk about fasting from sin, denying self, and fully surrendering to God’s will. True spiritual discipline strengthens your walk, sharpens your discernment, and aligns your life to glorify God in every area. If you’re serious about growing...

This episode was FUNNY, real, and full of truth! We kick things off by answering a question many people secretly ask:  “Is living for Christ even fun?”  The answer— ABSOLUTELY. We talk about daily life as believers, knowing the line and choosing not to cross it, and why walking with Christ brings joy, freedom, and peace. Through laughter, personal stories, and honest reflection, we explain how the...

We say it all the time:  faith over fear —but are we really living it? In this episode, we break down what faith and fear truly are and expose the reality that many of us are living  fear over faith , not the other way around. We discuss anxiety, control, and uncertainty, and how true faith requires servitude, surrender, and obedience. Faith isn’t just what you say—it’s how you live, how you trust...

In this episode, we dive deep into what people call “church hurt.” We talk about the difference between  the Church  (the body of Christ) and  church folk —those judgmental, holier-than-thou, Bible-thumping attendees who have no real relationship with God or understanding of His Word. We break down how the church is supposed to be a hospital for the sin-sick, not a comfort zone for the self-righte...

In this powerful episode, we unpack the realities of  spiritual warfare —the inner battle between flesh and spirit that every believer faces. We dive deep into how to recognize these battles, how spirits like vengeance, spite, pride, and maliciousness creep in, and how to stand firm in Christ. With a special cameo from our 1-year-old co-host, Hendrix (who definitely had comments of his own 😅), th...