Raising The Standard

RTS 25 Are you attempting to live the Christian life out of your own strength? As men we pride ourselves on what we can accomplish through our own power, grit and grind. The world values hustle and constantly tells us that we can do anything we set our minds and will power to accomplish. The Bible records that “God has chosen the weak things of the world to shame the things which are strong.” When...

RTS 24 The Kingdom of God operates by laws and principles. There is a power in biblical declaration, when God spoke he created the world with His words. When we speak as men we have the power to create realities, your words become your world. I am not talking about the law of attraction or some name it and claim it scheme. In today’s show you will discover that there is power in your words and tha...

RTS 23 Do you struggle with always comparing yourself to others? This is not a new issue, men constantly compare themselves, their accomplishments, titles and missions with other guys to see how they measure up. Comparing yourself to others can stop your spiritual and personal growth and cause depression and anxiety. The Christian man is not immune from the comparison complex. When comparison beha...

RTS 22 What is the order of man? Did you know that God created all men with an original intent, design, destiny, and mandate? Our original state was in order and alignment with God’s ultimate will and supreme goal for man. We were created to prosper; spirit, soul, and body, in that order. As a result of sin, man’s internal state was thrown into chaos. In this episode, Josh will break down the orig...

RTS 21 Many men are stuck in a cycle of behaviors that keep them a prisoner to their old nature. Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns in life where you take a step forward only to end up falling a few steps behind and never advancing? The root of this vicious cycle can be traced back to the fruit of the tree that Adam ate when he disobeyed God. The secret to destroying this pattern is...

RTS #20 Did you know that our species has changed? There has been a mutation that has taken place within man as the result of a decision that our earliest ancestor made. As Kingdom men, it is important to see what happened, where this mutation occurred, and how understanding this can be a key for unlocking how to view the struggle, challenges, and cycles you may find yourself in right now. In this...

The world knows God from a distance, as a book, a church building, or as a judge, always looking to catch them doing something wrong. Throughout scripture, there are over 100 names for God. Each time God showed up in the Bible there was a name that was revealed in scripture that revealed an aspect of His character usually not known or seen before. Jesus breaks into time and space with a message an...

There is an all-out attack being leveled against men, families, and fathers. In this episode Josh breakdowns what is being attacked, who is behind this assault on traditional Christian values, and why this is a strategic move to take out fathers. According to the Bible, fathers are the foundation of the family and family is God’s idea. In this show, you will discover 3 keys to stepping into your i...

RTS #17 Men are searching, seeking, and looking for something. For us, it's about the pursuit, the chase and the hunt. What is the trait and characteristic that separates high performers from the average man? The ability to exercise curiosity, be committed to continued development and growth are all differentiators of those who excel in life. King Solomon provides all of us practical and accessibl...

RTS #16 The original followers of Jesus embraced the title of a disciple. If you are a follower of Jesus that is your title as well. Discipline is at the root of being a disciple. The word ‘disciple’ is also translated as a disciplined learner. It is not only those who follow Jesus that must employ discipline, it is Jesus Himself who models a disciplined life for us. In today’s show, we are going...

RTS #15 All men are builders. It’s our DNA to build and in our code to create. The Standard has been set for all Kingdom men by Jesus Christ, we are to follow His lead. In this episode, we will unlock biblical principles so you can level up your presence and your relationships as a modern Christian man. Regardless of where you are in life right now, what you do for a living, or your depth as a dis...

RTS #14 Do you know the business side of God? Many people understand and relate to Jesus in the way they are most familiar with while overlooking aspects of His character and nature. In this episode, Josh digs into a concept from ' The Standard: Discovering Jesus as the Standard for Masculinity ' where you will be introduced to Jesus as a businessman. What is the ultimate goal of running a busines...

RTS 13 There is a pervasive lie that is upheld in many churches, spheres and our internal belief systems. Chances are you are buying into this belief right now or you have at some point in your life. It has been passed down, inherited and portrayed through various means across the centuries. Discover where and when we received the concept of a 'professional Christian' and how the introduction of t...

RTS #12 Manhood at the foundational level is to protect, provide and lead your family. These are non-negotiables when building Biblical masculinity. In episodes five and six we looked at the specific commands God charges man with. In this episode, Josh breaks down six dimensions that were at work in the life of Jesus Christ. Jesus provides men a model for these areas and leads the way that discipl...

RTS #11 The number one fear men have is the fear of failure. Fear indicates that we are taking on risks and getting uncomfortable. In this week’s episode, Josh talks about Stepping out and stepping through fear. Learn why fear can be an indicator of moving in the right direction. As Christian men, we are not called to be passive or play it safe. The Fear of failing is always linked to playing bigg...

RTS #10 Does God need to correct your language? On last week’s episode, we said “Don’t subscribe to every voice in your feed” This week’s message is “Don’t subscribe to every voice in your head” Following Jesus is a journey of changing your mind and then changing your ways. Jesus called men everywhere to repent for the Kingdom of God is at hand, He was calling them to change their thinking. There...

RTS # 9 Do you as a Christian man have the right to listen, watch and view anything you want? In this episode discover the danger in hitting that subscribe button for any or every voice in your 'feed.' Every day we as men are bombarded with marketing messages, proposed shortcuts to success, and influencers positioned as 'guides.' But not all advice is equal and not all voices subscribe to the same...

RTS #8 How do you step into dominion and take more territory in your life? Finish what you start. Men are great visionaries, we are inherently builders and look to take on new challenges and projects. However, being great at starting projects and dreaming of what the future can look like, doesn’t equate to finishing. In this episode, Josh breaks down how you take dominion by finishing. Learn the t...

RTS # 7 Who sets the standard for you as a man? You may relate to Jesus through your tradition, religious background, a bible story or by observing those who profess to be following Him. In this episode Josh unpacks why Jesus walked the earth as a man in human flesh. Learn what the standard is for man and how Jesus brings men into alignment with Himself and His kingdom. Discover what it means to b...

RTS #6  God is looking for a man. In this episode, we examine 3 biblical men from the pages of the Old Testament. We will examine their purpose, strengths, and accomplishments to discover where they all fell short and missed it. In the story of this unfolding drama of mankind, you will learn where and why they failed and how this impacted God's will for man and your life. This show will lay t...

RTS #5 As men, we are created with a purpose, mandate, and inherent responsibilities. In this episode, we will explore two charges that apply to every man. Learn how to harness the power of this responsibility and see what happens when you do not accept it. Did you know there is a pattern that most men fall into? If you compromise in this one area you can set off a chain of events that can easily...

RTS #4 Do you know that God issued commands to man in the garden of Eden? To understand Biblical masculinity we must examine the charge that was given to the first created man. These original commandments reveal our design and our destiny. In this episode, we unpack the 4 commands the Lord gave to Adam and talk about what applying these in our day to day looks like. Connect with us at www.standard...

RTS #3 Do you know you need to raise your standards? Maybe someone told you that you must raise their standards. In this episode, we look at the biblical meaning of a standard. Many men are going through the motions in their lives and need to learn how to fight passive Christianity. In this episode get equipped with an understanding from the Bible on the concept of a standard and get three actiona...

RTS #2 Why do some guys advance in their life and calling, while others seem to be stuck and never progress? In Proverbs, King Solomon says “a man’s gift will make room for him.” In this episode of Raising The Standard Josh exposes a pervasive and popular belief in Christian circles that will keep you on the sidelines. Every man will need to break this limiting belief in order to discover God’s pl...

RTS #1 What does success look like for the Kingdom Man? Many men are confused and facing an inner struggle when it comes to actively pursuing success in life. In this episode we break down what it means to be successful. You will discover what the bible says about this topic and learn how to align with the will of God for your life.  Own The Standard Today, Get it on Amazon Here: https://www....