Impactus podcast

Is a solid, fulfilling, thriving marriage even possible in today's world? Is a great marriage only for the "lucky" ones? What does it take to build a rock-solid relationship? What message is your marriage sending? We believe God has a purpose, a plan, and a path forward for you, whatever the status of your marriage today. Our podcast today is going to tackle the marriage conversation with the help...

Have you ever said things like: I'm running out of time? I wish I had more time. Where did the time go? For those who have seen their kids grow up too fast or have seen a loved one pass away too early, these are the human tensions of time.   All these constructs and references of time remind us that we are temporal creatures, that live inside of time. Yet by faith, we know we are not bound or trap...

In this episode, we have a special treat: one of the original twelve disciples of Jesus Christ and leaders in the early church, Thaddeus.    Ok, not exactly; however, we have the actor who plays him in The Chosen.    The Chosen is the first-ever multi-season series about the life of Christ written by Dallas Jenkins. This show has captured the imaginations of tens of millions of people. The first t...

Our guest is Jonathan Lewis, a Financial Security Advisor in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and the president of Eastport Financial Group Inc. He authored two books, Deep Water (2018) and More Than Money (2021). His More than Money podcast speaks to the stewardship of all our assets, from our time and talent to our agency, purpose, and responsibility. He is the dedicated husband to Sara Lewis and the fathe...

In this episode, we wade into the topic of masculinity. What is masculinity? How are real men supposed to act, and who are they supposed to be? We know toxic masculinity exists, and none of us wants to fall into that category, but millions of men lack a real vision for their lives, so they are left open to all kinds of influences. Because of this confusion, our world is hurting.    Listen for a fr...

Have you ever wondered why you do some of the things you do? Why do you react a certain way, why do you get triggered or irritated so easily, or why do you sometimes lose it only to regret it later?    The apostle Paul asked similar questions in Romans 7:15 "I don't really understand myself, for I want to do what is right, but I don't do it. Instead, I do what I hate. "   In this episode, Steve Ca...

Where do we find our worth, identity, and value? What defines you? Your Title? Position? Degrees? Wealth? Success? Family? Our toys or technology? Or is there something deeper, more significant that can form us into the men we were created to be?   In this episode, Dean is joined by Daniel Im, the Lead Pastor of Beulah Alliance Church. His latest book is You Are What You Do: And Six Other Lies abo...

Are you looking for a mentor? Are you interested in mentoring someone? What is mentorship? On today's episode, Jordan and Andrew discuss all things mentorship, including the importance of mentoring and how it has shaped them into the men they have become. Mentorship is more than just influence. It's more than teaching someone something. There is an element of transferring information, however, men...

On this episode we're joined with by Shaila Visser from Alpha Canada to discuss evangelism and the great commission. Shaila is extremely passionate about evangelism and the church. Her heart is to see the church engage in a deeper way in the great commission. As we continue to navigate a period where our entire world has been turned upside down, Alpha Canada's research, in partnership with the Flo...

Fathers, do you find it is easy to get overwhelmed with the chaos of parenting?  I'm talking about bathwater on the floor, fights between siblings and when they won't eat what you just spent an hour cooking. Not to mention managing the 3 different schedules of extracurricular activities.  It can be a lot.  Oftentimes, family devotions or intentional discipleship can get lost in the noise.  In this...

Did you know that 1 in 7 Christians worldwide face persecution? The word "persecution" has become more common in segments of the Western Christian church, especially through the difficult months of the pandemic. Health restrictions became equated with religious persecution. From a global perspective, what is persecution? What is really happening in the specific parts of the world to those who proc...

Many Christian parents endure the emotional and spiritual pain of loving a prodigal child. Daily they suffer, often alone in their silence, watching from afar as their child makes poor choices. Unfortunately, the trauma and grief of the parents of prodigals are rarely addressed in the church setting, leaving so many moms and dads to wander alone. On today's podcast, Dr. Doug Weiss shares about his...

The great need of every human being is to be reconciled. In Matthew 5:23- 24, Jesus said, "if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar and go. First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift." Remaining embittered by past conflicts affects our personal relationships as well...

One man can make a difference. Just look at Mike Miller's story. In his 40's while Mike was serving as a youth leader, God put this question in his heart, "Do you want to spend your 40's telling stories about your 30's, or do you want stories?". Right away, Mike knew that he wanted to create more stories for the glory of God. As a result, alongside his wife Nancy, they planted the Nova Church in H...

Being a new dad can bring a lot of change and is quite the learning curve. Jordan and Andrew discuss some of the things they wish they had known and share their top ten tips on how to be a great new dad.   They also discuss when it is acceptable to wear Crocs, the insecurities of being a girl dad, and what NOT to do in the labor and delivery room.   Be a part of the Birth Plan...6:18   Do your hom...

This episode is proudly sponsored by Deeks Insurance . Worship is a vital part of Christian living. It is so much more than singing. Instead, true worship is living our lives surrendered to God. However, for many, worship is often thought of as corporate worship at their church or group. Lockdown has challenged most of us, including church leaders, to rethink and redesign the worship time. In this...

Sometimes it seems as though there is more month than there is money. Have you been there? As men, we often feel the desire to provide for our families, and sometimes that pressure can feel overwhelming. Culture tells us to hustle and gather things, but sometimes that comes into conflict with what God is calling us to. How should we respond when our calling comes at a cost and having faith just do...

C.S. Lewis was a British writer, theologian, and academic, holding positions at both Oxford and Cambridge. His legacy continues to live on today in several well-known books such as Mere Christianity , The Chronicles of Narnia series and through the C.S. Lewis Institute. In this podcast, we talk with the President of the C.S. Lewis Institute, Joel Woodruff. Joel discusses the influence that discipl...

It's a dangerous time to be a man. Manhood and masculinity are under attack. Many people may even refer to it as "toxic". Your masculinity is going to be defined by what you do and not how you look. Don't try to be somebody you're not. Be the best version of yourself for the glory of God and do the things that men do. It is critical to understand our identity in Christ, so we can stand up and resi...

This podcast episode with Ryan and Selena Frederick was originally posted on August 15, 2020. God cares about your sex life!  In a time where we are bombarded by various messages about sex, it is so important to hear what the designer of sexual intimacy says about building great sexual intimacy in our marriage. In part 2 of our podcast with Ryan and Selena Frederick from  Fierce Marriage  and auth...

Why are young men getting married later? What is the worst marriage advice we've ever been given? In 1971, the average age of a man getting married was 24.4. In 2020, the average age was 38 according to the latest official figures available from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Why is this? And is it something that should be concerning? This is one of the topics Jordan & Andrew discuss as...

What does a "good man" look like? Who was I created to be? These are questions many men wrestle with in their hearts.    Some may view  a "good man"  as a pastor, a guy who can quote Scripture and attends church every Sunday; or a family man, a faithful husband, or a scholar; or someone who is able to avoid all of life's temptations. In this podcast, Nathan talks about the writing of his book, " G...

When we think of Men's Ministry we often think of a weekly program at our Church. Narte Hochstetler is a pastor and entrepreneur in Sioux  Lookout , Ontario (about 4.5 hours northwest of Thunder Bay) and shares how men's ministry in his context looks a little different. Nate is  Married forty years, 6 kids, and 9 grandkids.   He  was born and raised on a dairy farm in Indiana, but as of August, ha...

2021 was a memorable year to say the least. As a ministry, we have seen God do some incredible things and we would love to tell you about them. In this podcast you will hear about how we continued to impact men despite the many restrictions. Listen in for a recap of our ministry year and hear of the many exciting things that God has done.

Deep down, godly men want to make a difference and live a life of impact. What if significant influence is on the other side of just saying "yes" to God and letting Him lead you outside of your comfort zones. In this episode, Dr. Michael Bayer shares his experience of how being obedient to God opened doors to make a tremendous difference in a neighborhood that most people choose to avoid. Dr. Baye...