I Know a Guy Podcast

Most men are good thinkers. But very few of us know what’s happening inside our hearts. When emotions surface—anxiety, anger, sadness—we don’t slow down and listen.  We react. We numb. We perform. We isolate. Scripture says everything we do flows from the heart… yet most men have never been taught how to notice what’s going on there. In Episode 1 of this new Awareness series on I Know a Guy, we ta...

Decisive action doesn’t have to come from urgency or fear. Boaz shows us what it looks like when a man moves with clarity instead of pressure. He honors process, seeks accountability, and acts boldly without rushing the outcome. His identity is settled—so his decisions are steady. In today’s episode of I Know a Guy, we look at the moment Boaz goes to the city gate and how that scene reveals the di...

Most men were taught that strength means striving—pushing harder, moving faster, proving ourselves before someone questions our worth. Boaz shows us a different way. He is introduced in Scripture as “a man of standing,” not because of what he achieves, but because of who he is. His strength doesn’t create pressure; it creates safety. He notices, protects, and provides—without demanding anything in...

What if the Prayer of Jabez was never about getting more from God — but learning how to ask Him like a son? In the middle of a long genealogy, Scripture pauses for one man and one prayer. Jabez asks boldly: for blessing, for expansion, for God’s presence, and for freedom from the pain that shaped his past. And God answers — without correction, hesitation, or warning. In this episode of I Know a Gu...

In this episode of I Know a Guy, Steve Cummings shares how Jamie Winship and Identity Exchange reshaped his understanding of identity, truth, and freedom. If you’re tired of striving and ready to live from who God says you are, this conversation is for you. Get a copy of Jamie Winship's book Steve mentioned on today's podcast called, "Living Fearless"  More about Steve Cummings: Experience: 42 yea...

In this episode of I Know a Guy, Steve Cummings explores how Pete Scazzero’s work revealed the deep connection between emotional health and spiritual formation. If you’ve ever felt torn between faith and feelings, this conversation brings clarity and hope. Get a copy of Pete Scazzero's book, "Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: It's Impossible to Be Spiritually Mature, While Remaining Emotionally Im...

In this episode of I Know a Guy, Steve Cummings shares how Michael Thompson and The Heart of a Warrior awakened a deeper awareness of sonship, healing, and the importance of a man’s heart. If you’ve ever felt spiritually committed but emotionally disconnected—this episode is for you. For a free copy of Michael Thompson's book, "Heart of a Warrior: Before You Can Become the Warrior You Must Become...

In this episode of I Know a Guy, host Steve Cummings reflects on how John Eldredge and Wild at Heart reshaped his understanding of God—not as distant, but deeply personal. If your faith has felt driven by duty more than delight, this conversation may open the door to experiencing God as a present and loving Father.   Resources by best-selling author John Eldridge mentioned on today's podcast: 1. "...

Men don’t grow spiritually by trying harder—they grow by being fathered. In today’s episode of I Know a Guy, host Steve Cummings introduces a powerful question: Who is your Spiritual Sherpa? Drawing from Scripture and personal experience, Steve explores why every man needs someone who’s gone before him—someone who helps move faith from the head to the heart and anchors identity in being a beloved...

What do you boast about? Most men would never say it out loud — but we all live from something that tells us who we are. Wisdom. Strength. Success. Being needed. Being respected. In Jeremiah 9, God confronts the false places we build identity and offers a better one: Knowing Him. Today on I Know a Guy, Steve Cummings challenges men where you’ve been boasting — and invites you back to the freedom o...

What does a present-day Pharisee look like—and how do we avoid becoming one? In this episode of I Know a Guy, host Steve Cummings explores how faith quietly shifts from relationship to performance, how identity gets built on rule-keeping instead of sonship, and why Jesus reserved His strongest words for religious people who refused inner transformation. This isn’t about lowering biblical standards...

We don’t usually destroy relationships on purpose—we do it in reaction. In this episode of I Know a Guy, host Steve Cummings introduces a powerful new framework for men who want to slow down, grow in awareness, and respond with wisdom instead of emotion. Learn how Clarity, Conviction, and Confirmation can help you hear the Father’s voice, seek wise counsel, and protect your relationships with your...

We live in a world that rewards productivity, performance, and constant motion—even in our faith. In Luke 10, Martha is busy serving Jesus, while Mary is sitting at His feet. One is doing everything right… and still feels anxious and unseen. The other chooses presence—and Jesus calls it “the better portion.” In this episode of I Know a Guy, we explore the tension between doing and being, and how o...

He was a Roman centurion—an outsider with authority, power, and control. But when the thing he loved most was at risk, he didn’t demand Jesus show up. He didn’t ask for proof. He simply trusted the authority of His word. Jesus called it great faith. In this episode of I Know a Guy, we explore the centurion who believed healing could happen without proximity—and what that kind of trust means for me...

Spiritual striving can look holy—but it still leaves many men exhausted, frustrated, and disconnected. Doing more for God is not the same as living with God. In the final episode of the Whole-Hearted Living series on I Know a Guy, host Steve Cummings reframes spirituality through the lens of abiding rather than performing. He talks about identity, intimacy, and why true spiritual growth flows from...

Men are often surrounded by people yet deeply unknown. We talk about work, sports, and ideas—but avoid vulnerability and truth. In this episode of I Know a Guy, host Steve Cummings explores the social dimension of whole-hearted living. He discusses why isolation feels safer than connection, how performance replaces authenticity, and why growth and healing always happen in the presence of trusted r...

Most men weren’t taught how to feel—they were taught how to stuff. Sadness felt weak, fear felt dangerous, and anger became the only acceptable emotion. In this episode of I Know a Guy, host Steve Cummings addresses the emotional dimension of whole-hearted living. He talks about why emotional suppression fractures identity, how unprocessed emotions leak into our lives, and why emotional awareness...

Men are strong thinkers—but strong thinking without emotional awareness often leads to control, not freedom. Not every thought deserves belief, and not every internal narrative reflects truth. In this episode of I Know a Guy, Steve continues the whole-hearted living series by unpacking the mental dimension of identity. He explores how thoughts shape identity, why many men live trapped in unchallen...

Most men treat their bodies like machines—push harder, sleep less, ignore the pain, and call it discipline. But what if strength isn’t about overriding your body… but stewarding it? In this episode of I Know a Guy, host Steve kicks off a five-day series on whole-hearted living by exploring the physical dimension of identity. He talks about why many men disconnect from their bodies, how that affect...

God didn’t just save you—He sent you. In this episode of I Know a Guy, we explore StrengthsFinder and DISC and how your natural strengths reveal the unique way the Father works through you. If you’ve ever minimized your gifts, compared yourself to others, or wondered where you fit—this episode will help you step into purpose with confidence and humility. About Steve Cummings: Experience: 42 years...

The Enneagram isn’t about putting yourself in a box. It’s about discovering where your heart learned to survive. In this episode of I Know a Guy, we explore how your Enneagram number reveals motivation, fear, and growth—and how Jesus meets you right there. If you’re tired of managing yourself and ready for transformation, this episode will help you see yourself with compassion and truth. Resources...

Some people meet God in the quiet. Some meet Him in the crowd. Some think deeply. Some feel deeply. In this episode of I Know a Guy, we explore the MBTI—not as a label, but as a tool to understand how the Father designed you to take in the world and give His love back to it. If you’ve ever felt misunderstood—or wondered why others experience God so differently—this episode is for you. Resources me...

What if personality tests weren’t about putting you in a box— but helping you discover the intentional design of a loving Father? In this new I Know a Guy series, we explore MBTI, the Enneagram, StrengthsFinder, and DISC through the lens of sonship—not self-labeling. We’ll talk about: How God wired you Why your strengths matter Where your growth really begins And how self-awareness partners with s...

Men, what if the season you’re trying to escape is actually the one shaping you the most? In part two of my Home Depot story on I Know A Guy, I talk about hidden seasons—the quiet, unseen places where dignity is restored, not lost. I share the difference between humility and humiliation, how the Father speaks louder than the enemy in obscurity, and why faithfulness matters more than visibility. Ab...

I never expected losing my highest-paying job would lead me to Home Depot. After being abruptly let go as a Chief Development Officer, fear set in fast. Bills. Mortgage. Identity. I took a job as a Head Cashier making $13 an hour—and that’s where the Father met me in a way I didn’t expect. In this episode of I Know a Guy, I share how the Father gently dismantled my belief that my worth was tied to...