The Godly Young Men Podcast

We live in a world where being anti-capitalism is growing more and more popular among young people. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the details of capitalism and socialism and which economic structure godly young men should lean towards. Specific topics include: What is capitalism and what is socialism? The 6 pillars of capitalism The false idea of complete and total equality Does the Bibl...

Should you chase something that might be idealistic? Or settle for mediocrity? In this episode, Joe & Will discuss whether or not striving for greatness in everything we do as godly young men is too idealistic and not worth trying. Specific topics include: What's the alternative to chasing the ideal? Brokenness culture Making the perfect the enemy of the good Giving yourself grace vs. making e...

A reputation is one of the most important things a godly young man will ever have. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the importance of reputation and focus on how to build a good reputation. Specific topics include: What your reputation can affect What the Bible has to say about reputation Traits you need to build a good reputation How fast you can lose your reputation Various reputations to...

Almost no one likes the word "budget." But in this episode, Joe & Will discuss the nuts and bolts of budgeting, and why being intentional with your money is what godly young men should do. Specific topics include: Why does how you handle your money matter? Why you MUST plan for your family's future A step by step discussion on how to do a budget The difference in fixed costs and variable costs...

Testosterone is declining rapidly among young men during today's times. In this episode, Joe & Will tackle the subject of building testosterone in men and why it's important. Specific topics include: The testosterone crisis Why does this even matter? True masculinity vs. the world's version Signs of low testosterone Various ways to build testosterone The importance of sunlight, sleep, exercise...

The concept of truth is completely under attack in our society today. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss postmodernism and whether or not truth is relative or objective. Specific topics include: What is postmodernism? Does there have to be an objective standard of truth? Where does this leave us as a society? What does the Bible say? Ways this can impact your faith How postmodernism can lead...

While we should never be rude or unkind to anyone, there are just certain types of people that godly young men should avoid. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss these types of people and why we should avoid them. Specific topics include: Is this being too judgmental? Character-defining traits Avoiding the bad boy Avoiding stupid people Avoiding Mr. Gossip Avoiding the boundary pusher And much...

Everywhere you look, our society is accepting and even praising mediocrity. In this episode, Joe & Will examine this issue and discuss why godly young men should strive for greatness and excellence rather than just settling for being mediocre. Specific topics include: Where you see mediocrity on social media Accepting mediocrity in academics How mediocrity relates to society disincentivizing c...

Modern-day society tries to convince guys to take shortcuts in a lot of crucial areas. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why shortcuts don't work and why godly young men should avoid even trying them. Specific topics include: Why shortcuts can be so tempting Different areas of life that offer shortcuts How dopamine addiction fuels our impatience How shortcuts can cause you to look down on ha...

Almost all guys are motivated by one thing or another. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss what are unhealthy and healthy things to be motivated by. Specific topics include: Is it good or bad to be motivated by guilt? Is fear a healthy motivation? The "chip on your shoulder" mentality The problem with always doing things for other people Pride & arrogance as a motivation What is a healthy...

Is being a momma's boy a good thing or a bad thing? In this episode, Joe & Will discuss all the problems godly young man can have by being momma's boys. Specific topics include: The role of the father in shaping sons How being a momma's boy can hurt your marriage What being a momma's boy IS & ISN'T What does it look like to be a momma's boy? How you can get over being a momma's boy And muc...

Every godly young man will get to fill out their resume and sit through a job interview at least once in their life. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the do's and don't's of resume writing and interviewing for a job. Specific topics include: Being honest on your resume What do you need to add to your resume? What time should you arrive for your interview? Your posture and attire for your in...

There's certain characteristics that all godly young men just need to avoid. In this episode, Joe & Will list 10 different versions of "THAT" guy that you don't want to be. Specific topics include: The Tryhard guy The Wheelhouse guy The "Actually" guy The One-Up Guy Mr. Look at Me guy And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast

Accountability is so crucial for guys being successful in life. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the value of accountability and why every guy needs to know what to look for in an accountability partner. Specific topics include: Why accountability is important for guys Why your wife/girlfriend shouldn't be your (only) accountability partner Some biblical examples of accountability How to ch...

With summer just around the corner, it is absolutely immodesty season. In this episode, Will & Joe navigate some difficult territory and answer some challenging questions regarding dressing modestly. Specific topics include: Are men's modesty and women's modesty equal? Is it a guy's responsibility or the girl's? Immodesty as a stumbling block Does God give us a standard for what's modest/immod...

So many young men these days struggle with being directionless and aimlessness. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how to handle this feeling and what you can do about it. Specific topics include: What causes so many young men to feel directionless? Fear of the unknown and fear of failure The crucial role that parents play in a young man's direction Knowing your values and missions The balanc...

Spending time with God is the one of the most important things a young man can do, but so many don't know how. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how to practically spend time with God and what that should look like. Specific topics include: Why you have to have a plan to spend your time The importance of intentionality, prioritization, and consistency Getting past the weirdness/awkwardness o...

Raising daughters is a great deal different than raising sons. In this episode, Joe & Will each list the top 5 things they want to pass on to their daughters. Specific topics include: Why modesty matters Being a true, genuine friend Why the world is wrong about a girl's #1 commodity Is being submissive weak? Is being a stay at home wife lazy? Appreciating the value and worth God sees in us And...

Raising sons can be intimidating and overwhelming. In this episode, Joe & Will both list the top 5 things they want to teach their sons. Specific topics include: Progress over perfection Why being a flake is a bad character trait Sexual fulfillment found in marriage Why the little things matter Leading with a generational mindset as a father And much more! For more information, visit www.focus...

Old people are just the worst, aren't they? In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the way younger people should view and treat older people. Specific topics include: The generational gap How young people contribute to the problem How old people contribute to the problem An aversion to tradition vs. change General avoidance of conversation/mentoring Why Godly Young Men MUST respect older people A...

Why are so many young men leaving the church of Christ and choosing orthodoxy? In this episode, Joe & Will dive into this question and discuss what the church can learn from Orthodoxy's appeal to young men. Specific topics include: What is Orthodoxy? Why Orthodoxy appeals to young men The expectations and challenges that Orthodoxy provides A man's desire to be a part of something important Wha...

Is it common for guys to have insecurities or is that just an issue for girls? In this episode, Joe & Will take on the topic of insecurities and answer a ton of questions surrounding how guys should handle them. Specific topics include: Common areas of insecurities for guys Various causes of insecurities for guys Playing the comparison game Is it true that everyone has insecurities? Are insecu...

Risk-taking is usually looked at as a common, masculine trait. Is taking risks inherently stupid or are there times in life when taking risks is what a godly young man should do? Joe & Will answer that question in this episode. Specific topics include: How risky should we physically be with our bodies? Skydiving, motorcycles, snowmobiling, etc. How much risk should you take when pursuing a gir...

Society has plenty of incorrect opinions on what it means to be masculine. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss what stereotypically masculine things actually are healthy for young men to do. Specific topics include: The fake versions of masculinity Why certain masculinity stereotypes are healthy Lifting weights Playing sports Hunting & fishing Fixing things How these activities build your...

Not everyone is blessed with an available father, either physically or emotionally. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how to handle situations where your father is not the man he should be. Specific topics include: The impacts of a physically unavailable father What do we mean by an emotionally unavailable father? How your view of your earthly father affects your view of your Heavenly Father...