Everyday Warrior

What does it look like to have courage when life hurts—and to keep moving forward in the middle of grief? In Episode 15, Pastor Rich and Ben sit down with Dave Kaser for an honest conversation about grief, courage, perseverance, and what it means to keep showing up when the road gets difficult. Dave shares from his own experience and offers a powerful reminder: courage doesn’t mean we don’t hurt....

In episode fourteen, co-hosts Ben Marten and Pastor Rich Clay sit down with Kurt Hothus, a medical missionary serving in the Dominican Republic, to talk about healthcare around the world, following God’s calling, and stepping outside of your comfort zone. Kurt shares how God led him into the mission field and the challenges and opportunities he has encountered along the way. From meeting practical...

In episode thirteen, co-hosts Ben Marten and Pastor Rich Clay sit down with Dr. John Fontaine, a cardiac surgeon, to talk about men’s health, his journey into medicine, and the perseverance that shaped his life. John shares what it was like growing up in a single-dad household and the obstacles he faced on the road to becoming a surgeon. His story is a powerful reminder that where you start does n...

In episode twelve, co-hosts Ben Marten and Pastor Rich Clay sit down with Wes Clay to discuss the rewards of discipline when it comes to food, health, and fitness. Wes shares his personal journey of transforming his health through consistent nutrition, tracking what he ate, and committing to CrossFit. Along the way, he discovered that lasting change isn't built on motivation alone—it's bui...

In episode eleven, co-hosts Ben Marten and Pastor Rich Clay sit down together to discuss the reward of the Everyday Warrior. Looking at the story of David and Goliath, they explore what happens when ordinary people trust an extraordinary God and step forward in faith despite overwhelming odds. David's victory was about more than defeating a giant—it was the result of a life shaped by faithfuln...

In episode ten, co-hosts Ben Marten and Pastor Rich Clay sit down together to discuss the fourth weapon of the Everyday Warrior—leadership. Looking at the life of Joshua, they unpack what it means to lead with faith, strength, and obedience in moments of uncertainty and pressure. From stepping out of Moses’ shadow to leading God’s people into the promise, Joshua’s story reminds us that true leader...

In episode nine, co-hosts Ben Marten and Pastor Rich Clay sit down with Chad Bawden as he shares the story of a childhood marked by distance, searching, and broken choices. Growing up with a father who spent most of his life on the road, Chad found himself pulled into drugs, rebellion, and eventually an arrest while still in high school. But Chad’s story didn’t end there. When he encountered Jesus...

In episode eight, co-hosts Ben Marten and Pastor Rich Clay sit down together to talk about the third weapon of the Everyday Warrior—perseverance. Drawing from the story of Joseph, they explore what it looks like to remain faithful through betrayal, hardship, and seasons where God’s plan isn’t yet clear. This conversation is a reminder that perseverance is forged in the waiting, strengthened in the...

In episode seven, co-hosts Ben Marten and Pastor Rich Clay sit down together to talk about the second weapon of the Everyday Warrior—powerful prayers. Drawing from the story of Elijah and the prophets of Baal, they unpack what it looks like to call on God with boldness, trust Him in the waiting, and stand firm when your faith is tested. This conversation is a reminder that prayer is not passive—it...

In episode six, co-host Ben Marten sits down with Pastor Rich Clay, who shares the story that shaped his faith. From the sudden loss of his father when he was just fourteen, to the steady presence of the church community that surrounded him, Rich reflects on the moments where the Lord’s goodness and protection became unmistakably clear. Filmed inside the small country setting of North Grove Christ...

In episode five, co-hosts Ben Marten and Pastor Rich Clay turn the conversation inward as they explore the first weapon of the Everyday Warrior—courage. Drawing from the story of Gideon, they reflect on what it means to trust God in moments of fear, uncertainty, and calling. This conversation is a reminder that courage is not the absence of fear, but the decision to move forward in faith when God...

In episode four, co-hosts Ben Marten and Pastor Rich Clay sit down with Mo Walker as he shares one of the most painful chapters of his life—the tragic loss of his mother at the hands of his father. Mo speaks with honesty about grief, brokenness, and the long road through trauma, and how his relationship with the Lord became the place where redemption began. His story is not one of denial, but of h...

In episode three, co-hosts Ben Marten and Pastor Rich Clay sit down with Jay Castro , a Navy Frogman, to hear the stories forged in the intensity of service and sacrifice. Jay reflects on the brotherhood built in the deepest waters, the cost of commitment, and the importance of having something—someone—to believe in when everything is on the line. His story points to the strength found in unity, p...

In episode two, co-hosts Ben Marten and Pastor Rich Clay sit down with Pastor Jon Eastlick as he opens up about the places that shaped him—streets marked by addiction, lessons learned from drug dealers, and a near-death moment that reshaped how he viewed his work and his relationship with Christ. Jon’s story is raw and honest, but so is the grace that found him. Through unlikely teachers and unima...

Our first episode sets the tone. Co-host Ben Marten sits down with Pastor Rich Clay to share the moments that shifted his life and the faith that continues to guide him forward. Ben’s career has taken him across both the silver screen and the big screen, but God has given him a deeper purpose—to speak strength, encouragement, and truth into the hearts of men. His story invites you to look honestly...

Every man is called to something greater. Courage. Power. Perseverance. Leadership. Reward. It’s time to step into who God created you to be. This is the Everyday Warrior podcast . Let’s bring men back to the call. For more information, check out our website, https://richclayministries.com/warrior-way