The Average Joe

This week the boys take an average look at Nehemiah 2. Nehemiah proves to be bold in his request to go home and rebuild his city but oddly leaves out any reference to God directing him to do it or the fact that he was to restore the temple. Every feel like you aren't being bold enough speaking about your faith? Worry no more, Nehemiah shows us that sometimes we have to be as wise as serpents....

This week the Average Joe's begin a series of exploration through the book of Nehemiah. Follow along as we journey with Nehemiah as he helps to rebuild and defend Jerusalem - the city of God.

We finish of this year's Christmas series with the movie Die Hard. We look at why men are drawn protecting and defending, and if it is even Biblical. This will also be our last episode until the new year.

Continuing in our series of Christmas movies and drawing out biblical and masculine themes - this week we take on Jim Carry's the Grinch.

This week the Joes discuss ways to manage expectations and lead our families during the holidays. They talk about how to decide where to spend the holidays, driving on Christmas, and the guys add in some appropriate comedic relief via quotes from "Christmas Vacation."

Figuring out what is really true about Thanksgiving. History, context, time, and individualism can blur our understanding of history. How can we find what is true?

as per the usual for the Average Joes, we go down several rabbit holes this week. We start out with the idea of seeker sensitive churches and worship and end on a discussion of alcohol in the Christian Community.

It is a question that Christians have been asking each other a lot recently, given the events in Israel and the Jewish community. Are the end times here? On this episode we attempt to make sense of this question by looking a little bit into the history of Israel, as well as looking into scripture to answer this question.

Tonight we forge ahead without Mike behind the Mic. Some of our topics include Sunday services, pastor appreciation month, and how true love is giving your spouse the good spoon. Oh, and do you put your toilet paper on the roll so it folds over the top or around the back?

The old dudes talk about watching their children grow up and start their own families, while the young bucks share their thoughts on starting new families.

This week we are joined by guests: Josh Smith, Kim Boyles, and a surprise guest Shawn Bowman. We discuss peeing on Bee-Stings, Hag Fish, and a new podcast coming soon - "Average Janes"

Tonight we discuss small groups and if they still have a place in the church. We also discuss some obstacles when it comes to attending small groups, and what makes people not want to attend.

On this episode we discuss if churches should talk about and get involved in politics. We look at the two different political parties and the flaws in both of those parties, and how a Christian should vote during elections.

"Yes Dear". We have all said it to our wife at some point, but it never seems to progress the conversation, and what if that statement does not do the trick and solve the situation? On this episode, we attempt to tackle how to maintain a healthy and happy relationship with our spouse, we also look at the importance of teaching the next generation this act as well.

We check with Brad, Ryan, and Mike about their average days and talk a bit about how we as men deal with slip ups. Text or email us topics you would like discussed in coming podcasts.

Did you ever have a mentor of some sort? What did you gain from that relationship? Tonight we talk about mentorships and why it is necessary for Christian men to mentor the younger generation. We also tease an upcoming event that will be happening in late winter.

This week we mull over the idea of reverence and look at what it means to be reverent. we look at what the Bible says about reverence, and discuss what culture says about reverence as well. we also introduce the sound board to the podcast.

In staying with out trend of talking about the uncomfortable and un-talked about topics in the Church, we attempt to tackle depression, anxiety and fear. We understand that people often struggle with this and that a solid foundation in Christ is the first step towards conquering this, but we also understand that sometimes more needs to be done.

We are men, we like fire and we like a certain three letter word. Since this is a man's podcast, we have decided to tackle the idea of sex and the beauty of it when is is celebrated in the Biblical context of a husband and wife. And yes, we equate sex to a camp fire. This is likely the first installment of more conversations to come around this topic.

This week we welcome Mike back to the podcast after his 9 week sabbatical. We look at his sabbatical from his perspective and from the our perspective as a church. Topics include Senegal, writing a book, and crying while running. Tune in and welcome Mike back to the podcast.

This week we talk about the importance of accountability and how it is necessary for Christians to have accountability with each other. We look at Bible Verses that show the importance of accountability within Christian circles. Other topics discussed include the Niagara Falls, honeymoon destination as well as a destination for other more morbid things.

1.7 million men are admittedly unemployed. They are willingly unemployed even when there is a tremendous surplus of jobs available. On this episode, we attempt to understand why this is, and what our response as Christians should be. We also have a Mike sighting as he has joined us for the first time in several weeks.

Immediately the boy's father exclaimed I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief." Mark 9:24 This is a very common thought among Christians, so common that the church as an institution tends to shy away from talking about doubting God, and going through difficult times. This episode we discuss the times in our lives when we ask those tough questions of God, and in one case may even want...

This week we discuss devotions and why they are important. We look at what it takes to be intentional with both of time in the word, and our time in prayer.

Join the Joes as they reminisce on tv shows and movies of yesteryear and the examples they set for us as men. We also discuss the movies and shows of today and how they may not exactly provide the best example for Christian Men to live by.