Blueprint for Men

Once upon a time, there was a foolish monkey. He played all day and hated to do any kind of work... In this week's episode, the foolish monkey learns the three laws of the harvest. While they may seem like common sense, many men fail to utilize these laws in their daily lives.  Listen and learn, so you can avoid the mistakes of the foolish monkey and build a life that will enjoy a rich harves...

What if Adam had been a hero in the garden? How would the world be different? We can't fix Adam's mistake, but men can learn from it. We can see the power of taking responsibility and how becoming the spiritual leader of their homes gives men the key to unlocking their true potential.  Blueprint for Men is a ministry that empowers husbands, fathers, and leaders to live like Jesus.  Sign...

Part of being a man is stepping into leadership and letting go of the fear of failure. In this episode, we explore the challenges that leadership brings and how accepting that responsibility is the path to growth. Blueprint for Men is a ministry that empowers husbands, fathers, and leaders to live like Jesus.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter here .

The 5 most common new year’s resolutions are to exercise more, eat healthier, save more money, spend more time with the family, be a better person. I don’t want to offend anyone, but these are terrible goals. Don’t get me wrong, the motive is great, but vague goals like these are guaranteed to make you fail. What you need is a plan, a team, and SMART goals. Listen to this episode and discover how...

Last time Jared found two lost strangers and helped them make it to Bethlehem. As the couple walked away, Jared felt God tell him to invite them home. The woman was about to give birth, but Jared was selfish and went home alone. Racked with guilt Jared prayed and asked for forgiveness and for a second chance. And on this first Christmas night, Jared was about to learn an important lesson. God is a...

It’s easy to forget why we celebrate Christmas in the first place. The birth of Jesus took place in a society that was very similar to ours. Everyone was complaining about the government, worried about high taxes, and stressed out with their own worries and problems. This year, Blueprint for Men wants to give you the gift of a story you can listen to with your family about a young man who has the...

When I talk to men about their time alone with God, I hear a lot of the same complaints. I get it. Time alone with God, or TAG, is tough. So is working out. So is marriage. So is life.  But because we are men we don’t quit on those things because they are hard. We think about solutions, we adapt, and we grow. There are thousands of men stepping up all over the country. They are leading their famil...

When it comes to meditation, there is a lot of confusion. Should Christian men meditate? If so, how and why?  In episode 27, Blueprint for Men shows you how Christian meditation is drastically different from eastern or pagan meditation and how adding meditation to your daily time alone with God could change your life in a dramatic way.  Blueprint for Men is a ministry that empowers husbands, fathe...

Does your mind ever wander when you pray by yourself? Well, if you have, don’t worry. That just means you’re normal. Most people have a hard time staying focused when they pray. That’s why Blueprint wants to give you a way that will take your prayers to the next level. We call it the Hand Prayer and know that it will give you the focus your prayers deserve. Blueprint for Men is a ministry that emp...

Jesus was a perfectly balanced man. He grew and matured in his physical, mental, spiritual, and relational dimensions. We call these the Core 4, and they are the key to discovering balanced manhood.  Blueprint for Men is a ministry that empowers husbands, fathers, and leaders to live like Jesus.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter here .

When one man disobeys the Captain's orders, he learns an important lesson about trusting his leader.  Blueprint for Men is a ministry that empowers husbands, fathers, and leaders to live like Jesus.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter here .

A long time ago in the shadows of the Swiss Alps, there was a man who lived with no passion or purpose. His name was Victor, and as a boy, he had dreamed of mountain climbing, but as he became a man, his doubts and fear smothered his dreams. Victor settled for security and stability, and he hardly noticed that his heart was no longer alive.  Listen to a story of a man who discovers the path to a l...

In Jer 29:13, God promises, “You will search for me, and when you search for me with all your heart, you will find me.” The most important thing to God is your answer to one question. “How bad do you want me?” Your answer will either fling open the doors of heaven or lock you into a dungeon. So before you reply, look at Jesus. He left heaven for you. He went to the cross for you. He rose from the...

Once upon a time, there was an evil slave owner... Listen to a parable that captures the essence of the gospel by going back in time to when the Union army was setting slaves free all across the south. Too many men make the mistake of thinking that sin is harmless or fun and don't see that it is slavery in disguise. Jesus came to trade His salvation for our sinfulness. Often times the world p...

A parable of two pieces of iron in the hands of a master blacksmith.  How do you respond when life turns up the heat?  No life is free from difficulties, pain, stress, or trial. You can let it break you or build you.  "No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it."    Heb....

You are a man. You were created to stand strong in the storm. In Episode 19 we discover that God created men to be powerful and His plan for tapping into that power.  Blueprint for Men is a ministry that empowers husbands, fathers, and leaders to live like Jesus.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter here .

When the Assyrians wanted to conquer, they sent in thousands. When God wanted to conquer, He sent in one man. When you understand how God sees you, then you will see your true potential.  Blueprint for Men is a ministry that empowers husbands, fathers, and leaders to live like Jesus.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter here .

Whether it's a beach vacation or a presentation to the board, men know how important it is to be prepared.  Jesus told his men that preparation means having the Holy Spirit. He used the metaphor of filling their lamps with oil. If Jesus were here today, He might say, "Pack your batteries. You don't want your flashlight to die." In this episode, we look at how men can prepare fo...

When Jesus walked into the temple, He started flipping tables and cracking whips. Whoa! This Jesus is not cuddling with sheep and weeping with women. He's getting stuff done and bucking the system. What can men learn from Jesus cleaning out the temple, and what does He want to clean out of our lives today? Blueprint for Men is a ministry that empowers husbands, fathers, and leaders to live li...

In a world filled with fear and anger, take ten minutes and let God's Word fill you with His love. It will transform your heart and give you what you need to make a difference today.  Blueprint for Men is a ministry that empowers husbands, fathers, and leaders to live like Jesus.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter here .

God calls men to be warriors. Listen to ten minutes of Bible verses that will spark your courage and remind you that God believes in you even when you don't believe in yourself.  Blueprint for Men is a ministry that empowers husbands, fathers, and leaders to live like Jesus.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter here .

Listen to Paul describe faith and how it changes the lives of men and women in Hebrews 11.  Blueprint for Men is a ministry that empowers husbands, fathers, and leaders to live like Jesus.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter here .

When we feel anxious, angry, or agitated it's good to remember that the Lord is our Shepherd. Listen to this podcast and soak up what the Bible says about our Good Shepherd.  Blueprint for Men is a ministry that empowers husbands, fathers, and leaders to live like Jesus.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter here .

Do you want to be like Jesus? Mark 1:35 says, “Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house, and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.” Do you long for hope?  Romans 15:4 says, “Everything in the Bible was written to teach us so that through the Scriptures we might have hope.”  Do you need more faith? Rom 10:17 says, “Faith comes by hearing the word of...

Could 90 seconds change the course of your day?  Listen to this power-packed message from the Bible and start your day with a burst of spiritual jet fuel.    Blueprint for Men is a ministry that empowers husbands, fathers, and leaders to live like Jesus.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter here .