Crusade with Me

Maybe you’ve asked that question yourself. Maybe you’ve heard it in the voices of friends, coworkers, or even your own children. Maybe you’ve read book after book, listened to podcast after podcast, all promising to unlock the secret of “finding your true calling.” But here’s the truth we’re going to uncover today: purpose is not something we find. Purpose is something God has already given. Call...

Today’s episode—Episode 114—is deeply personal. My wife is an empath. That means she doesn’t just see people’s emotions, she feels them. She can walk into a room and sense pain, tension, sorrow, or joy, as if it’s her own. For many, that sounds like a superpower—but the truth is, it can be heavy. It can feel like a burden, like carrying the weight of everyone else’s struggles in addition to your o...

Warriors of faith, wake up! This is not a calm Sunday reflection. This is your war horn, sounding across the field of battle. The line has been drawn. The enemy advances. Pride, compromise, indifference, and the forces of darkness circle our homes, our schools, our churches. Today, we stand at the edge. Not tomorrow. Not next week. Today. And you must decide—will you fight, or will you kneel in fe...

This is Episode 112, and today we gather around the appointed readings for the 11th Sunday after Trinity. These Scriptures—Genesis 4, Psalm 50, Ephesians 2, and Luke 18—speak with one voice. They show us what happens when worship is offered without faith. They show us the danger of pride, the futility of works, and the power of God’s mercy. And at the center, they proclaim the heart of the Gospel:...

We’re talking about innocence. About children. About the sacred trust God has given us as guardians of purity. And we will tie this into the tragedy that has shaken our Catholic brothers and sisters in Minnesota. A place of learning, a place meant to nurture and shelter children, was pierced by violence.

This ain’t your cozy corner—this is Crusade with Me! , Episode 110, and we’re picking up from Episode 33’s inferno. Today— we scorch complacency , we torch digital sedation, we unleash holy outrage for our children’s minds, their resilience, their souls. Inspired by Steven Bartlett’s seismic truths—from The Diary of a CEO —we’re blending brain science with spiritual transcendence. The fire’s lit—l...

Today, we’re drawing swords on a big one: Taoism and Christianity. Both talk about the Way. Both teach wisdom about life, the mind, and even the body. Taoism has its beauty. Its discipline. Its respect for sex and energy. And for a lot of people, it feels like enough. But here’s the hard truth: Taoism never gives you a God. It never gives you a Christ. It never gives you hope beyond the grave. So...

Four Scriptures join together with one call: Jeremiah warns of people who will not rise. The psalm declares that the righteous stand strong and unshaken. Paul exposes zeal without truth as a fatal mistake. And the Lord Himself—our Warrior King—weeps over Jerusalem and then drives corruption out of His temple. The message is simple and hard: rise up when you fall, root yourself in the Lord’s streng...

Today’s episode is one of those extra-special ones that I will treasure forever. I’m not riding alone today—I have a very dear guest joining me. She’s not only family, she’s one of the brightest lights in my life. That’s right—our oldest granddaughter, Sweetpea, has volunteered—yes, volunteered!—to sit down and share her heart with me here on the podcast. She’s just eleven years old, but as you’ll...

"This is Crusade with Me! — where we walk the road back to Eden together. Today’s crusade is not about division, but connection. The thread that binds us, every one of us. Because before nations, before religions, before doctrines and schisms — there was the Divine. And that Divine spark lives in each of us." "Think about it: thousands of faiths, thousands of traditions, thousands of languages… an...

"This is Crusade with Me! — where the road is long, the lessons are deep, and together we journey back to Eden. Today, I want to speak about one of the most difficult — and most sacred — crusades any of us will ever face: parenting."

Traveler… welcome. You have chosen to walk with us on the narrow road. This is Crusade with Me! — not a place of easy answers, but a place of training, reflection, and resolve. We journey together toward Eden — a return to what was lost, a restoration of what was meant to be. The path is long, the distractions are many, but step by step, with discipline and courage, we march. So ready yourself. Qu...

Today, we take aim at a silent enemy—the hunger for acceptance from others. It seems harmless at first. We all want to be liked, understood, respected. But when that desire becomes our compass, we lose the map of who we are. We trade our armor for costumes. We hand over our sword for applause. And in the end… we are left empty. Here’s the truth— We were not created for this restless scrambling for...

We begin by laying the foundation: Acknowledging mortality not as a grim shadow but as a lantern that lights the path. The idea that knowing our time is limited adds weight and beauty to every single breath. Instead of fearing “the end,” we flip the script: if this was our last week, what would shift in how we speak, love, work, rest, and create? Contact us at 260-267-0414

People chase it. They write books about it. They start companies promising it. But here’s the truth — happiness, the real thing, can’t be manufactured, bought, or booked for a weekend getaway. Why? Because real happiness was never meant to be “out there” somewhere. It was meant to be in Eden . Before the point we call “the fall,” humanity had perfect relationship with the Divine. That’s where happ...

Last time, we hit 100 — A celebration of growth, movement, spirit, and power. But today? Today we go inward. Today, we ask a question that has echoed through every temple, every cave, every forest path, and every quiet morning before sunrise: What is sacred? What does that word even mean anymore? How do we protect it, make space for it, honor it — In our hearts, In our homes, In our relationships?...

Oh, today is different. Because we’re not just talking about growth — We’re growing as we speak. We’re stepping into the mystic. We’re opening ourselves up to the Tao, the Logos, the Pulse of God , and we’re riding it like a wave, like a wind that calls out across the water: Come sail away with me.

This episode is titled “Attention, Empathy, and the Weight of Being Awake.” Because sometimes it feels like the more awake you are, the heavier it gets. The more you notice, the more you feel — and the harder it becomes to stay grounded, kind, and clear. So today, let’s talk about what it means to pay attention in a time where everything around us seems to be demanding we don’t.

Today we’re continuing something we started in Episode 97—talking about masculine and feminine energy, and why balance between them isn’t just some poetic concept... it’s the key to harmony. And today—we’re getting personal. We’re talking about marriage. And yes—we’re talking about sex. Because if you’re married, and you’re struggling to connect… If your intimacy feels flat, or confusing, or simpl...

Today we’re wading into a subject that’s been both misunderstood and misrepresented in a whole lot of conversations lately, masculine and feminine energy . Now, before you brace for controversy—take a breath. This episode isn’t about stereotypes. It’s not about one gender being better, stronger, smarter, or more important. And it sure isn’t about labeling anyone. This is about balance . This is ab...

This episode is a full-circle recap of the Jasper County 4-H Fair , right here in Rensselaer, Indiana . And if you think this is just going to be a rundown of who won what ribbon—you’re in for a surprise. This episode is about something much deeper. It’s about what we learn from animals. From young people. From dirt, and wind, and sweat. It’s about what happens when we show up. With love. With dis...

Today’s episode is going to make some people squirm—and that’s good. We’re talking about a social media post that’s been flying around like wildfire: “Why are men’s standards called toxic—but women’s delusions are called self-worth?” Now… whether you agree with it, hate it, or aren’t sure what to make of it—that post hit a nerve. And there’s a reason for that.

This episode is raw, real, and important. Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on the long-running soap opera we call our lives—and asking one piercing question: “Who’s been the one constant character in every single episode?” That’s right. It’s us. Inspired by the words of James Hollis, we’re going to talk about blame, responsibility, self-awareness, and what happens when we finally stop waiting...

This episode is dedicated to everyone getting ready for the county fair —especially those of you out there grooming goats, walking pigs, brushing cattle, or getting horses ready for the show ring. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned hand, this week can be emotional and intense. But underneath all the noise and nerves is something much deeper. Showing animals—working with them, caring for th...

"Faith in Pieces: What to Do When You’re Not Sure What You Believe Anymore." It’s not a light conversation. But maybe it’s one of the most important ones we’ve had. Because I’m right there too, walking through the fog, asking the hard questions, trying to figure out what it means to be a believer in a world where the very word Christian has become... complicated.