The Iron Pursuit

With a podcast seeking to identify the truth of biblical masculinity, it only seems right that while we are evaluating core beliefs, we talk about the core beliefs around masculinity. The world's concept of masculinity is not biblical at all. However, in this episode, Joey defines true masculinity and calls men into a deeper understanding of what it means to live an effective masculine life by sub...

One of the greatest battles you will ever face in life is the battle for your identity. The enemy of your soul wants to feed you lie after lie about who you are, telling you that you are shameful, guilty, and fearful because of some thing that has happened in your past. In this episode, Joey will teach you how to discover your true identity and live in indescribable freedom as you rediscover who y...

Core beliefs, the engine that drives us; everybody has them. Ask someone a question about anything and their answer will give you a quick view of what their core beliefs really are. In this episode, Joey digs into the biblical truths of what we can believe about God. Many of us have generational beliefs handed down to us, but some of them may not be biblically true. Others of us have predetermined...

Internal ceilings are constructed from the beliefs we adopt as truths throughout life. Without evaluation, external influences can cultivate beliefs that are not beneficial to biblical masculinity and strong spiritual leadership. In this episode, Joey begins a series that will define, identify, and help you transform the core beliefs shaping your life.

Being a good dad is a tough job. Unfortunately, no matter what you do, by the world's standard, you will take a hit. You will do the right thing and it will seem wrong, or you will do the wrong thing and it will be highlighted as wrong. The good news is that biblical manhood is not defined by the world's standard. Jesus always raised the standard, and as men of God, we are trying to reach it!

A life of purpose is not mystical or magical. One does not merely trip over purpose and discover its existence. Purpose is practical and it is developed in every sphere of life. In this episode, Joey ends the Power of Purpose series by equipping men with measurable practices, clear priorities, and biblical benchmarks that turn purpose from an idea into a way of life—at home, at work, and before Go...

Many men quit when they face difficulty or pain because they equate pain with missing God. In this episode, Joey explains why he thinks just the opposite is true. The pain a man experiences in life highlights what matters most - that is what a man must pay attention to.

The temptation is to run away from the calling on your life, find excuses of why you are not good enough, and become fearful of the unknown. In this episode, Joey assures us that the unqualified believer is exactly the one God calls to accomplish His mission the world. Think about it, if you were good enough on your own, why would you ever need God? Remember, it is in your weakness where God's str...

No one functions at max efficiency all the time. Furthermore, if you do not know why you are supposed to function, mustering the willpower, discipline, and want-to becomes even more difficult. In this episode, Joey uncovers the purpose of every man at its basic level. Gentlemen, this is where it all begins. Get this right, and your New Year will have more meaning than ever before. It's simple - It...

On day 1, 100% of the resolution makers are committed to the idea and the hopes of the promises they've made. However, 30 days later, 25% of those people have given up. By mid-February, 80% of the people who made resolutions have quit. Why is that?  In this episode, Joey explains what years of experience has taught him with New Year Resolutions. There is a reason people give up so soon, and the an...

Beware of those you surround yourself with. Are you challenged by those surrounding you, or do they simply agree with everything you do and say? If you do not have people in your inner circle who challenge you, you are constructing a house of cards that will fall under the slightest pressure. In this episode, Joey exposes the dangers of living in a world where everyone agrees with you and you are...

Every year we are surprised by Christmas events, overspending, and "that" family member (you know who he/she is...), but what if this year could be different? In this episode, Joey shares 5 tips that will certainly make this Christmas season one to remember. Don't miss this!

The wise man Solomon said that a man without self-control is like a city with walls of defense. Self-control, or discipline, is something that is not prioritized in many men's lives. Most of us never think of the simple things that lead to greater compromise. In this episode, Joey will explain why it is so important to start today practicing self-control.

Modern culture wants to dismantle masculinity by deeming it as bad. Therefore, the absence of fathers and masculine role models is paraded rather than mourned. In this episode, Joey pushes back against this ideology by showing us that masculinity is not bad, but it is dangerous. The danger masculinity produces is the very reason the enemy seeks to destroy it. 

All of us have stood at a crossroad, literally or figuratively. Every day there are young men who make decisions without guidance from and experienced mentor in their life. What would change if we actually made it part of our mission to stand at the crossroads of life and point younger men in the right direction? Joey believes it would make lasting change for generations to come.

Like it or not, you are leaving a legacy for your children. If you do the right things, you children can inherit favor. However, choosing to do the wrong things can leave them with fallout. In this episode, Joey uses the example of King Solomon, the wisest man to ever live, to explain how we can make better decisions today and leave our families a legacy we can be proud of.

A man does not wake up one day and decide that he is going to wreck his life. Instead, it happens one bad decision at a time. In this episode, Joey describes the "Big 3" areas of temptation or moral failure that scripture and experience highlight as recurring struggles, identifies the cost of compromise, and offers clear guidance on how to defeat compromise. Every man is either becoming sharper or...

This is part 3 of the three-part series The Marks of a Man. In this episode, Joey explores the boundaries of when a man should fight and what he should fight for. Although the idea of fighting is unpopular and politically incorrect, the truth is that there are times when men are called and challenged to fight for what they believe in. In a world full of passive men, this is a call for men to stand...

Whether you know it or not, you are following someone and someone is following you. Therefore, the question we must answer is this: Am I worthy of following? In this episode, Joey will continue pursuing the marks of a man. This is a three part series so be sure to catch part 1.

In this episode, Joey describes 3 marks of true manhood. Surprisingly, these characteristics do not align with modern culture or the worlds definition of manhood. Emphatically, men are encouraged not to run away, back down, or show vulnerability. However, Joey believes that men should learn how to run away from certain things that are, indeed, setting them up for failure. This topic will be broken...

Pursuing biblical manhood comes down to doing 3 things consistently: 1. Reflect God's Character 2. Seek God's will 3. Follow Jesus' teaching. Reading that list may seem daunting, but it's not as bad as it seems. In this episode, Joey explains what it looks like to practice biblical manhood under the pressure of cultural chaos. 

In this episode, Joey introduces himself and gives a brief description of what you can expect from each episode.

Welcome to The Iron Pursuit Podcast. This is a simple intro that will be heard in every episode.