Exploring More

Galatians 3: Faith, Freedom, and the Promise of More In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson turns the spotlight to Galatians chapter 3—a pivotal passage where Paul passionately unpacks the difference between living by faith and being bound by the law. Building on earlier chapters, this conversation explores how grace, not performance, secures our place in God's family. Th...

Galatians 2: Identity, Intimacy, and the Freedom Beyond Performance In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings continue their series on Galatians by diving into chapter two—where Paul boldly defends the gospel of grace and challenges efforts to impose law-driven faith on new believers. Through humor, baseball analogies, and historical insight, the hosts explor...

Galatians 1: Gospel Clarity, Conditional Love, and Personal Theology In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings continue their series through the book of Galatians, focusing on Paul's bold defense of his apostleship and the uncompromising unity of the gospel. Writing with passion and urgency, Paul confronts distortions introduced by the Judaizers—reminding the...

Galatians, Grace, and Gospel: Paul's Passion and Our Freedom In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings open a brand-new journey through the book of Galatians. With passion and insight, they explore Paul's missionary travels, his dramatic transformation from Pharisee to apostle, and the cultural tension between Jewish and Gentile believers in the early church....

Kings Row with John Eldredge: Experiencing Jesus in Daily Life In this special episode of Exploring More , Michael Thompson welcomes bestselling author John Eldredge to launch the new series Kings Row . Together, they explore deeper spiritual experiences—not through religious striving, but through daily relational union and communion with Jesus. John shares his heart behind Experiencing Jesus , a...

Healing the Father's Heart: Questions, Connection, and the Power of Apology In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings dive into the deep waters of fatherhood and healing. They explore how a father's spiritual health and emotional presence can shape not only his own heart but also the hearts of his children. The invitation is clear: walk with God, get your hea...

Training Up a Child: Discovering Gifts, Asking Questions, and Fathering with Intentionality In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson, SJ Jennings, and Josh Overton invite listeners into a candid and heartfelt conversation about the ongoing journey of fatherhood. Drawing from Proverbs 22:6 and their own lived experiences, they explore the sacred responsibility of training up...

Fatherhood and the Healing Journey: Reconciliation, Empathy, and Presence In this heartfelt episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson, Josh Overton, and SJ Jennings take listeners into the complex and sacred terrain of fatherhood. Through honest conversation and personal stories, they explore how generational wounds, busy lives, and missed moments can shape our parenting—and how emp...

Fathering Through the Stages: Presence, Healing, and the Power of a Dad's Yes In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings step into the sacred and strategic role of fatherhood—unpacking what it means to guide children through the stages of growth with intention, love, and grace. From boyhood to beloved son, explorer to warrior, and eventually king and elder sag...

T he Heart of a Father: Leading with Presence, Healing, and Grace In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings step into the sacred space of fatherhood—a role both powerful and profoundly influential. With studies showing that 92% of family behavior follows the father's lead, the stakes are high. Michael and SJ unpack how a father's presence—or absence—shapes th...

The Fuel of Fear: How God's Love Disarms the False Self   In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings return to the powerful themes of hiding, proving, and fearing—three intertwined patterns that shape a man's internal world. They examine how fear fuels a "false self" and keeps men from living in the freedom and love God offers. Through personal stories, biblic...

The Weight of Proving: Finding Worth in God's Love This episode of the Exploring More Podcast delves into the concept of "something to prove" within the broader journey of masculinity and spiritual identity. Hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings examine how men often develop a false self rooted in hiding, proving, and fearing—patterns shaped by both societal pressures and personal experiences. Th...

Living With Nothing To Hide: The Journey from False Self to Freedom In this reflective episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings revisit foundational themes of the season—hiding, fearing, and proving—and how these traits are deeply rooted in the false self. Through honest storytelling and personal reflection, they unpack how these tendencies often form early in life,...

Nothing to Hide, Nothing to Prove, Nothing to Fear: The Journey to Authenticity In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings unpack a transformative phrase that strikes at the heart of a man's internal world: "Nothing to hide, nothing to prove, nothing to fear." Drawing from biblical narratives like Adam's hiding in Eden and Peter's denial of Jesus, the hosts ex...

Brotherhood and the Deep Work of Friendship In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings dive into the heart of masculine friendship—unpacking the power of vulnerability, time, and intentionality in building deep, lasting brotherhood. They explore the difficulty many men face in creating meaningful relationships, particularly the courage it takes to be known and...

Finding Rhythms: Rest, Reflection, and Brotherhood In the rush of life, how do we maintain the rhythms that keep us grounded? This episode of the Exploring More Podcast dives into the balance between productivity and rest, focusing on the intentional rhythms that connect us with Jesus and with our brothers in faith. Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings explore the significance of solitude, reflection,...

Breaking Free: The Journey from Shame to Freedom Shame thrives in silence, convincing us that our worst moments define us. But what if we could name it, face it, and walk into freedom? In this episode of the  Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings continue their deep dive into the journey of healing from shame. Through personal stories—like the sting of a high school basketball...

From Shame to Holy Regret: Reclaiming Freedom and Healing Shame keeps us stuck—bound to past mistakes, false identities, and wounds we were never meant to carry. But what if we could reframe our regrets and step into healing? In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings dive deep into the transformation from shame to holy regret. They unpack how early experience...

Breaking the Cycle: Finding Freedom from Sexual Shame Shame thrives in silence, especially when it's tied to sexual experiences and behaviors. In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings uncover how guilt and shame often drive self-destructive cycles, particularly in the context of pornography and unwanted sexual behavior. Drawing from personal stories, cultura...

Shame: The Silent Thief of Identity | Breaking Free Through Christ Shame is more than a fleeting emotion—it's a force that erodes identity, distorts relationships, and keeps us trapped in cycles of self-doubt and self-destruction. In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast , Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings dive deep into the nature of shame, comparing it to cancer in the spiritual realm—silent...

Breaking Free from Shame: Jesus' Power to Heal In this episode of the  Exploring More Podcast , hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings continue their deep dive into the impact of shame and the path to freedom. Through biblical stories like Peter's denial of Christ and the woman at the well, they reveal how Jesus confronts and transforms shame—not with judgment, but with love, grace, and restoratio...

From Shame to Freedom: Breaking the Cycle Join hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings in this episode of the Exploring More Podcast as they dive into the universal struggle of shame—how it takes root, thrives in secrecy, and impacts our identity, relationships, and spiritual lives. Drawing from personal experiences, literature, and biblical perspectives, they reveal how shame distorts our self-wor...

How God Speaks Through Our Desires and Experiences Join hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings in this episode of the Exploring More Podcast as they dive into the practice of hearing from God and the importance of discernment. They discuss how God speaks through our deepest desires, the things we love, and life's unexpected moments, offering encouragement for those seeking to recognize His voice m...

How Hearing from God Transforms Your Life Join hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings in this episode of the Exploring More Podcast as they explore how hearing from God is not just an experience but a transformational process. When we recognize and respond to His voice, it creates a positive feedback cycle—one that deepens our faith, strengthens our relationship with Him, and opens our hearts to e...

How Does God Speak to Us? Join hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings as they continue their journey into exploring spiritual truths in this episode of the Exploring More Podcast. This time, they dive into a question that resonates with so many: How does God speak to us?   They unpack the incredible and diverse ways God communicates with His people. Drawing inspiration from Scripture and personal...