I Know a Guy Podcast

False humility often looks spiritual—but underneath it is fear, shame, and a distorted view of the Father. In this episode of I Know a Guy, we explore how shrinking, hiding, and minimizing ourselves is not humility at all. If you’ve ever felt safer staying small or invisible, this conversation will help you see what’s really going on—and why God never asked you to disappear. About Steve Cummings:...

Today on I Know a Guy, we close our father-wound series with the best part — healing. The Father takes every wound and rewrites it with love, identity, and belonging. If you’re longing to know God as Father, this episode will breathe hope into your heart. As you heard Steve mention on today's podcast, if you'd like a free copy of, "The Heart of a Warrior: Before You Can Become the Warrior You Have...

Today on I Know a Guy, we’re talking about the performance-driven father — the dad who made love feel conditional. But the Heavenly Father delights in His sons before they ever lift a finger. If you’ve been striving for God’s approval, this episode is your permission to rest.   As you heard Steve mention on today's podcast, if you'd like a free copy of, "The Heart of a Warrior: Before You Can Beco...

Today on I Know a Guy, we’re talking about the wounds many carry in silence — emotional, physical, spiritual, and sexual abuse from earthly fathers. It’s heavy, but it leads to hope, because the Heavenly Father is nothing like the man who hurt you. If you need healing, this is a conversation worth hearing. As you heard Steve mention on today's podcast, if you'd like a free copy of, "The Heart of a...

Coming up on I Know a Guy, we’re taking a surprising look at Scripture — where even the greatest spiritual leaders struggled as fathers. But in their stories, we discover the beauty of a Father who has no blind spots, no passivity, and no distance. If you’ve ever wondered what God is really like, this one’s for you. As you heard Steve mention on today's podcast, if you'd like a free copy of, "The...

Coming up on I Know a Guy, we’re diving into a deep but hopeful conversation — how our earthly fathers often block our view of the Heavenly Father, and how Jesus came to reveal the Father we’ve always longed for. If you’ve ever struggled to feel loved or seen by God, this episode is for you. Join me and let’s step toward healing together.   Resources mentioned on today's podcast: 1.  "I Am Your Be...

Sometimes the hardest thing isn’t knowing about God — it’s seeing Him clearly. What you heard about your earthly father can blind you to the love of your Heavenly Father without you even realizing it. On the next episode of I Know a Guy, we walk through what I call, "The Father Eclipse." We’ll explore how childhood hurts, unmet approval, and silent pain can cloud our view of God… and how we can mo...

Today on I Know a Guy, we’re digging into something most of us don’t want to talk about: generational anxiety. Anxiety that isn’t just yours — but passed down. We’ll unpack how fear, worry, and unhealed pain can ripple across generations… and how healing starts when we stop hiding, start processing, and care for our hearts — spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically. Whether you carry hea...

Do you ever feel like life is defined by your job, your roles, your performance — but inside, something feels empty? What if you’re not who you think you are? Today we’re releasing a brand-new episode of I Know a Guy called “Are You Like Jason Bourne?” Inspired by the classic film, we explore the idea of spiritual amnesia — where we live disconnected from our true identity in Christ, believing lie...

Have you ever heard yourself say, “Yeah, but …” when someone offered you honest feedback? Maybe you shrugged it off, defended yourself, or dismissed the truth before fully hearing it. On the next episode of I Know a Guy, we unpack a timely message from the Bringing Kingdom blog: the difference between false humility and true humility. You’ll hear why our “false selves” are built to protect but oft...

Are you doing all the “right” spiritual things — reading Scripture, praying, attending church — yet somehow feeling stuck? On the upcoming episode of I Know a Guy, we dive into what it really means when your spiritual journey stalls. It’s not always a lack of discipline. Often, it’s emotional health — the hidden pain, shame, or numbness that keeps us from experiencing true growth. Join me, Steve C...

This January, 2026 — start your year with something deeper than resolutions. On the next episode of I Know a Guy, we dive into real growth — not through perfection, but through heart. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by the pressure to perform, this conversation is for you. Let’s discover how the needle moves, quietly, slowly — and how hope, grace, and honest reflection can...

As 2026 arrives today we wrap up our identity and generosity series with the question at the heart of the Parable of the Talents: ‘What did you do with what I entrusted to you?’ But we approach it not with fear, but with the joy of sons who know their Father. Listen to today’s powerful episode of I Know a Guy with Steve Cummings. About Steve Cummings: Experience: 42 years of mentoring and pastoral...

Today’s episode of I Know a Guy shows how kingdom multiplication starts with simple movement—trusting that the Father breathes on whatever we release. Discover why sons don’t compare or compete… they partner. Day three of our identity and generosity series is live now.   About Steve Cummings: Experience: 42 years of mentoring and pastoral counseling with men’s groups in Southern California and now...

In today’s episode of I Know a Guy, we expose the lie that fear is just ‘being responsible.’ You’ll learn how fear buries your gifts, and how beloved sons live free, trusting the Father of abundance. Join us as we continue our year-end identity and generosity series.   About Steve Cummings: Experience: 42 years of mentoring and pastoral counseling with men’s groups in Southern California and now G...

As we close out 2025, we’re spending four days exploring why generosity flows from your identity as a beloved son. Today on I Know a Guy, we look at the Parable of the Talents—not through fear, but through the eyes of a Father who entrusts us with abundance. Join me, Steve Cummings, as we unbury what God has placed in you. About Steve Cummings: Experience: 42 years of mentoring and pastoral counse...

Have you ever been triggered by something — maybe a careless word, a tense conversation, or a surprise stress? And felt yourself react before you even knew why? In the newest episode of I Know a Guy, we talk about heart memory — the idea that, just like muscle memory, our hearts can learn healthy patterns. Next time you’re hurt, before you react… pause. Ask yourself: What am I feeling? Why now? Is...

On today's episode of I Know a Guy, Steve Cummings takes you into one of the most iconic scenes from The Lion King—the moment Simba hears Mufasa say, “Remember who you are.” It’s more than nostalgia; it’s a spiritual wake-up call. If you’ve felt disconnected, discouraged, or unsure of your identity, this episode will remind you of the Father’s voice and the truth of who you really are. Listen now...

Do you ever feel trapped by shame? Like no matter what you do — it whispers: you’re not enough On the next episode of I Know a Guy, we dig into Rooted in Shame — a powerful story of a boy, a school bus, and a truth that took decades to find. Shame can wound deeply. But it doesn’t get the final say. We talk about how to recognize shame, confront it, and reject the lies it tells. Because you are not...

Feeling like you’re carrying life alone? You know the voice: “Man up. Don’t cry. Figure it out.” But what if that “bootstrap mentality” is costing you your peace — maybe even your spirit? On today's I Know a Guy podcast episode, we explore how self-reliance can turn into isolation. And why true strength starts with courage — honesty before God, honesty with community. Ready to stop surviving and s...

On the next episode of “I Know a Guy,” Steve dives into what it really means to be a safe person for the people in your life. You don’t need all the answers — you just need presence, empathy, and a willingness to listen. Discover three simple practices that can transform your relationships and create space for healing and connection. Don’t miss this powerful conversation!   About Steve Cummings: E...

If you’ve ever wondered why your breakthrough hasn’t come yet, today is the episode you need. We unpack the moment Phil Conners steps into his calling—and why purpose is often the key that unlocks the next season of your life. Today on I know a Guy, we will see how Phil finally breaks the loop—and it’s not because he gets perfect. It’s because he steps into purpose.  He starts living to bless othe...

Question: What if God is more interested in who you’re becoming than what you’re doing? Day 4 of our series on the movie, "Groundhog Day," is where everything shifts. Phil doesn’t break the loop by doing more—he breaks it by becoming someone new. That’s the heart of identity transformation. God changes who we are before He changes what we do. If you’re hungry for growth or ready for your heart to...

What if the most frustrating part of your life is actually God’s mercy? In the movie with Bill Murray, Groundhog Day, Phil wakes up to the same day over and over.  And it feels like punishment… but it’s actually grace. Lamentations says His mercies are new every morning. Meaning: God gives you another shot to become who He created you to be. You’re not stuck because God is mad.  You’re in training...

“Are you exhausting yourself spiritually? Feeling burned out trying to force your life to change? Day 2 of our series on I Know a Guy, based on the Bill Murray movie, "Groundhog Day," breaks down why effort doesn’t transform you—and why surrender is the turning point every heart needs. If you’ve been striving, this episode will feel like exhaling.   About Steve Cummings: Experience: 42 years of me...