Intentional Guy

R. Christian Bohlen guest host on this episode and he interviews Mike about his book "Exposed" that came out back in January.  Listen to them as they share how God brought this book to being. Mike's story proves that no matter how off-course our lives go, we can still find our way back to God…and he’ll love and forgive us. For this week only the digital copy of the book will be free. Starting Augu...

Chip Nightingale is a pastor, international conference and Bible teacher, entrepreneur, and leadership coach. He loves coaching sports and encouraging leaders through coaching in business and in the church. He currently serves as the Director of Advancement at Word of Life Fellowship. Chip lives in Hudson, Florida, with his wife, Audrey, and they have four amazing children. https://chipnightingale...

Author of 22 books, poet and storyteller Branch Isole posts ‘Thought for Today’ and short stories at https://www.manaopublishing.com and YouTube.  Branch graduated from Texas State Univ. B.S.Ed., did post graduate work Univ. of Houston, M.EdAdm., and holds an Oxford M.A. Theology degree from Trinity Bible College and Seminary. www.branchisole.com www.manaopublishing.com Amazon, https://www.amazon....

Dr. Bill Senyard is an experienced pastor, discipler, church revitalization specialist, lecturer and conference speaker with 25 years as a local church pastor. He is the author of twelve books and two on-line experiential paths to help people who struggle with identity, relationships,  shame, addiction, loneliness and forgiveness.  https://gospel-app.com/paths/the-dance/ The Dance is a unique on-l...

Jim Barnard is a pastor and the founder of tiller coaching. He offers coaching to those who are suffering the reality of the expectation gap, where...  disappointment dissatisfaction distress can cause real damage.

Ken Gordon speaks on the responsibility of men during and after divorce, the power of a father's love for his children, and the importance of the engagement of a father. Ken is an advocate for men and an advocate for fathers. Ken calls on men to lean into their responsibilities and proactively banish the narratives of a "dead beat dad". Ken also speaks to the power of positive relationships, wheth...

Tess Scott joins us this week, former black sheep turned “Jesus Girl” is mom of 8 boys and spunky “Grami with a heart above the i” to a whole slew of adorable grandkids.  She began the Listen Sister- Encouragement for Women ministry in 2020 where you can find her blog posts at tessscott.com and her Listen, Sister pages on Facebook and Instagram.  She continues to live her life of hilariously awkwa...

Michael Collins Joins Michael Chestnut as they Discuss their relationship through this journey of Restoration.  Hear Michael Collins perspective of the book "Exposed". You can get the book "Exposed" at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09PHJS848

Michael Ward is the Founder and CEO of the Sixth Sola Method, a platform of books, courses and coaching that helps Christians increase their confidence in their position and a relationship with God that emphasizes daily growth through a “Workout” schedule, reading one Chapter a day from the books of the New Testament, in the order that they were written. The result is to confidently experience tra...

Kim Sorrelle is the director of a humanitarian organization, popular speaker, and the author of two  books. Her first book, Cry Until You Laugh, is about her and her husband's battle with cancer after being diagnosed just four months a part. Her second book, Love Is, chronicles her year long quest to figure out the true meaning of love, a sometimes funny, sometimes scary, always enlightening journ...

William Attaway is a Leadership and Executive Coach for Catalytic Leadership, LLC, a company he founded to help leaders to INTENTIONALLY grow and thrive. He has served in local church ministry for over 25 years, and is currently the Lead Pastor of Southview Community Church, a church in Herndon, Virginia (near Washington, D.C.) where he has served since 2004. He holds a Ph. D. in Old Testament (wi...

Erik is truly a man of integrity, work ethic and an overcomer. Growing up with a complicated childhood and broken home, to raising himself from the age of 14. Unfortunately finding trouble along the way desperately trying to fill the gaping voids in his life. As a young man Erik found himself empty and tired of settling for less. After the feverish pursuit of the Holy Spirit, Erik decided to surre...

Chad was an amazing Guest for our podcast, he was very engaging and you could feel the excitement in his presence.  All his knowledge is very applicable to those who are listening to our podcast.  https://www.chadmansbridge.com/ He is the author of "You CAN handle the truth". Struggle to read your Bible on a regular basis? Find some parts confusing, complicated or even contradictory? Wonder how to...

Author John Jarman and Mike have a great conversation about Broken and Redeemed,  NEW YORK—August 16, 2022—Morgan James’ new release, Broken & Redeemed: Finding Freedom Through Complete Surrender, by John Jarman, is a memoir devotional of brokenness, surrender, and redemption, leading to a deepening of faith. A story of John Jarman’s journey to finding redemption in the Grace of God, Broken &a...

On Air with Paul Granger Paul and Mike have such a great conversation on todays episode about How to see God more in the midst of your crazy life. Paul's website is https://www.wheredidyouseegod.com/ When asked who he is, Paul likes to say "a child of God and ambassador of Christ",  because he's learned that these elements of his identity supersede and shape the rest.  One of the ways God has invi...

R. CHRISTIAN BOHLEN is the author of "Jesus Christ, His Life and Mine" The Story of Jesus and How it Applies to Us in the Twitter Era Life at the speed of social media may cause people to question their value and contribute to lower self-esteem, but a fresh look at Jesus’s life and a longing to follow Him brings joy and sense of worth. You can get his book at https://rchristianbohlen.com/books/ Th...

Overcoming the tough things of life with Christ.  Adding on to the message from yesterday.  Don't let the enemy make you feel stuck another day.  Take your first step forward and God will help you.

Michael Chestnut interviews Karen Jolly about his book "Exposed". Karen posted the following: "Knowing the author made this book even more powerful than it already is. I can only imagine how hard it was to put your life’s story on paper for the world to read. But seeing how powerful God is, how He works through the mess and sends people in and out of your life to speak truth and life over horrible...

Listen to this very special podcast where John shares his story of sexual abuse & how he became a VICTOR and not a victim!  This touching story that is every parents nightmare shows the power of God. Joel Osteen- “You are not a victim. You’re a victor. You wouldn’t have opposition if there were not something amazing in your future. John's future is bright!  God has great plans for this young m...

Maurice “Smiley” Harris' story is one of a young man’s struggles to find direction in his life after being recruited by some of the nation’s top Division I NCAA football programs in the country. He eventually signed with and played for legendary Coach Bobby Bowden at FSU (Florida State University). A severe neck injury abruptly ended Maurice’s dream of one day becoming a professional athlete and e...

On April 25, 2021, Michael Chestnut preached for the first time in church after 15 years of living in shame and guilt.  It was at his brother in Laws Bill Freedoms Ordination ceremony.  This was during the time Michael had found a freedom and restoration in Christ.  It would be 8 months after this sermon that he would publish his book "Exposed" telling of his life's failures that paralyzed him for...

Pat Milligan (Former director of Hoosier Hills Baptist Camp) joins Michael Chestnut today to reminisce about their time working together at the camp.  Pat catches everyone up on what he did after leaving Hoosier Hills.  We also discuss his thoughts on Mikes Book “Expose”.  What a great interview this was of a Godly Man who has dedicated his life to helping others. If you would like to get in conta...

Listen to the story about an incredible young man with autism that takes place 35 years ago while I worked at Hoosier Hills Baptist Camp!  It will inspire and encourage you in your walk to be an Intentional Man.

Listen to Duane Hall and Michael Chestnut talk about his book "Exposed" but also about how God wants to help you wherever you may be in life.  Shine light on the darkness! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09PHJS848