Pursuit of Calling | Christian Identity and Growth for Men

🎉 Sign up for your FREE intro coaching session now! 👉 Click here to schedule In this episode of ‘The Pursuit of Calling Podcast,’ host Thomas Carney shares why he’s heading to Uganda, for a missions trip, despite living with a chronic movement disorder. He talks about his desire to increase his margin of endurance by proving to himself and others that he can do hard things. Thomas also reflects...

🎉 Sign up for your FREE intro coaching session now! 👉 Click here to schedule Coaching is a powerful partnership that inspires personal and professional growth by helping you think in new ways, step outside your comfort zone, and unlock untapped potential. Unlike therapy, coaching focuses on present and future goals, helping you achieve success faster. This episode explores the value of coaching,...

In this episode of The Pursuit of Calling Podcast , host Thomas Carney challenges the traditional approach to New Year’s resolutions. Discover why most resolutions fail, how to address the root of your challenges, and why committing to personal growth today—rather than waiting—is the key to lasting change. Learn practical steps to set meaningful goals, create effective systems, and truly pursue yo...

Here is the link to schedule your free Discover Your Calling Deep Dive Session: https://pursuitofcalling.as.me/?appointmentType=70120474 🎁 Ready to make this Christmas unforgettable? Dive into the Pursuit of Calling Podcast where host Thomas Carney delivers the ultimate holiday gift: the Gift of Growth ! 🚀 This is more than just an episode—it’s a full-blown opportunity to transform lives. Whethe...

This episode of The Pursuit of Calling Podcast dives into the transformative journey of turning pain into purpose. Host Thomas Carney shares his personal story of living with muscular dystonia, exploring the physical and mental struggles that come with chronic pain. More importantly, he reveals how embracing faith and reframing pain as a catalyst for growth can help anyone discover their God-given...

In this episode of The Pursuit of Calling podcast, host Thomas Carney dives deep into practical strategies for pursuing your God-given calling with focus and excellence. Reflecting on personal experiences, Thomas discusses the importance of aligning time, money, and resources with your purpose, overcoming overwhelm caused by too many ideas, and taking intentional steps toward action. Drawing insig...

In this episode of The Pursuit of Calling podcast, Thomas dives into practical steps to discover and pursue your God-given purpose. Building on themes from the previous episode, he explains that, unlike honeybees with predefined purposes, humans must explore and uncover their unique calling through reflection and action. Using the Discover Your Calling Planning Guide as a foundation, Thomas highli...

In this episode, I answer the age old question... what is purpose? 📧 Let me know your thoughts: thomas.carney@pursuitofcalling.com 💵 Support the podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pursuit.of.calling 📷 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pursuit.of.calling/

In this episode of The Pursuit of Calling , host Thomas Carney interviews Jeff Jerina, a passionate author, speaker, and podcast host. Jeff shares his insights on living with purpose, overcoming distractions, and strengthening faith. They discuss his guiding principles, the inspiration behind his books Faith Without Fear and Cut Through the Noise , and his mission through the Men Unplugged podcast...

In this coaching session, Matt Dambrosia and I dig into strategies to scale his decluttering business, focusing on new marketing tactics like lawn signs and social media. We discuss balancing financial goals with a mission to help others and brainstorm potential revenue avenues. Matt also works on building a value ladder, bundling services, and creating contracts for sustained growth. This episode...

Hey pursuers! In this episode, I get pretty vulnerable. Definitely one of my most vulnerable episodes solely because I was really feeling drained this week and wanted to share what I was feeling. I also give a call to action. For anyone that would like to partake in the vision that The Pursuit of Calling is pursuing if you'd like to feel free to get in contact with me via email or Instagram. 📩 Le...

In this episode, we introduce "The Discover Your Calling Planning Guide" — a free resource available at pursuitofcalling.com designed to help you uncover your God-given calling. Dive into the Japanese concept of Ikigai , explore your unique strengths, and reflect on what truly drives you. This guide is crafted to provide deep insights and actionable steps to lead you toward a life filled with purp...

In this episode, we explore why having mentors is crucial for personal and professional growth. Learn how mentors can provide guidance, help you avoid pitfalls, and offer unique insights into different areas of life, from business to health. Whether you’re seeking success in leadership, relationships, or your career, mentorship can pave the way. 🔗What it REALLY means to be a mentor 📩 Let me know...

In this episode, I got to talk with John Stange, Lead Pastor at Core Creek Community Church and host of multiple podcasts, including "Platform Launchers." John shares his journey, advice on building an online platform, and insights on pursuing your calling. Discover how consistency, clarity of message, and spiritual alignment play crucial roles in personal growth. He also offers tips on how to kee...

This story shares how I almost lost $4000 by saying yes to the wrong coaching program after a high-pressure sales call. It taught me the power of saying no to the wrong things, staying aligned with my calling, and making wiser decisions. Learn how avoiding distractions can help you pursue your purpose. 📩 Let me know your thoughts: pursuit.of.calling@gmail.com Support the podcast: https://www.buym...

In this episode, we explore why solving problems at the root is essential for personal and spiritual growth. Using the analogy of a tree with bad fruit, we dive into the importance of tackling core issues rather than opting for quick fixes. Learn how creative problem-solving, staying connected to family and mentors, and balancing work with rest can help you successfully pursue your calling. I also...

In this week’s episode, I want to touch on a few things, starting with a quick reminder to connect with me on Instagram or via email. I’d love to hear from you! If you feel led, you can also support the show by donating through the ‘Buy Me a Coffee’ link in the show notes. And as always, don’t forget to follow and leave a review—it really helps the show grow. Now, let’s recap some important topics...

In today’s episode, I want to talk about something that's been on my heart lately—suffering and how it plays a role in discovering your calling. One verse that I keep coming back to is Romans 5:3-5, which talks about how suffering produces perseverance, and that perseverance builds character, which ultimately gives us hope. If you’ve ever wondered why you go through hard times, I believe this pass...

Let's talk about "why" your pursuing what your pursing. John Maxwell often emphasizes the importance of understanding the "why" behind one's calling rather than just focusing on the "what." He believes that knowing "why" you're pursuing something gives you the motivation and clarity needed to overcome challenges, whereas simply focusing on "what" you're doing can lead to burnout or a lack of fulfi...

Dawn Marasco is a women after God's own heart. She coaches women how to not only have peace, but how to use life's own experiences as conduits for extraordinary growth. She's the author of 'Continuous Peace', which she references from many times throughout the episode. Speaking with Dawn was truly an honor for me and is an honor for you to be able to listen to as well. DawnMarasco.com (Free Downlo...

Hey everyone! Welcome to our monthly recap. I've got some exciting updates to share with you all. Let's start with a quick recap of two recent episodes. In "Staying Joyful on the Journey," I shared my experience of pursuing my calling while living with muscular dystonia. The key takeaway? Joy is an internal response to external circumstances, and our purpose persists despite challenges. We also ha...

Cole Zimmerman is a man of many (creative) talents. We dive into his many ventures as a life long "creative" and how that has influenced his life and calling to this day. We also talk about how knowledge and wisdom are two sides of the same coin. Similar, but different. 📩 Let me know your thoughts: pursuit.of.calling@gmail.com Support the podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pursuit.of.calling F...

Episode throw back, I was busy this weekend so I decided to give you goes one of Shawn and I's top downloaded guest episode with Dave Miller! In this powerful conversation, Dave Miller shares his journey of overcoming addiction and finding redemption through faith and community. He discusses the importance of setting guardrails to avoid destructive behaviors and the transformative impact of surrou...

When life gets hard, you lose loved ones, friends move away, or you start to wonder and worry about whether the life you’re living is the one you’ve been called to live, how do you have joy in these moments? It’s a hard question, and in this episode I want to try to help you answer it. 📩 Let me know your thoughts: pursuit.of.calling@gmail.com Support the podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/purs...

In today's episode I decided talk about what's been happening in my life recently and what my future plans for my life and podcast are! My pain has become a big part of my testimony and growth, so I felt that it would be disingenuous of me to not update yinz on it and to also use it to encourage others who are going through hard times as well. It's a struggle, but God's got it all the way home. 📩...