The Gospel & Gradebooks Podcast

Jacob Johnson, head of school at Glenwood Christian School, shares how God used unexpected detours; from childhood in Crawford, Alabama, to a path that nearly led to aviation, to shape his calling in education and faith. In this conversation, he talks about identity, spiritual growth, and the power of planting seeds in students’ lives every day. If you’re a parent, educator, or believer, this epis...

Most men underestimate the power of surrender—the secret to transforming their lives, families, and influence. Mitchell Dean's story is proof: from a rebellious athlete to a devoted follower of Christ, he found true strength when he let go of control and asked Jesus for everything. In this episode, Mitchell shares how God used even the darkest moments—anger, brokenness, despair—to shape him into a...

On July 30, 2025, Collin Long's life changed in an instant. While working at a golf course in Auburn, Alabama, Collin suffered a traumatic brain injury that left doctors fighting to save his life. Airlifted to UAB Hospital in Birmingham, he underwent emergency surgery to remove part of his skull, repair a broken leg, and begin a battle that would stretch over months of rehabilitation in Jacksonvil...

77 episodes. Countless conversations. One faithful God. Over the last two years, we've had the privilege of sitting down with pastors, teachers, Army Rangers, law enforcement officers, coaches, and everyday men who have shared how God changed their lives. But as we looked back, we realized something—we've never really taken the time to tell our own stories. In this episode, Jamie and Timm hit rese...

Last week, Carson Moore shared stories from combat deployments, Army Ranger training, and the moments that brought him back to depending on God. This week, the conversation shifts from the battlefield to the home front. Carson joins Jamie and Timm to discuss how serving as an Army Ranger shaped his approach to being a husband and father, and how becoming a husband and father changed the way he led...

This week on the Gospel & Gradebooks Podcast, Jamie and Timm sit down with Sergeant First Class Carson Moore for Part 1 of a powerful two-part conversation. Carson shares what life looked like growing up in church, why he walked away from his faith as a teenager, and how his path eventually led him into the United States Army and the elite world of Army Rangers. From airborne training to multi...

School’s out, and Nae is back on the mic with Jamie and Timm for one of the most honest and fun episodes yet. Nae looks back on her favorite parts of 1st grade, shares what makes a great dad, and talks about the little things kids notice most from their fathers. The conversation turns into a powerful reminder for Christian men and fathers: your presence matters more than perfection. Through the ey...

This week, Timm and Jamie sit down with Reggie Lewis to hear the incredible story of how God shaped every step of his journey. From serving as a police officer, to working in corporate America, to stepping into one of the hardest battles facing Columbus, GA, Reggie shares how faith led him back to his community with a mission bigger than himself. The guys talk about violence, brokenness, purpose,...

This week, Timm and Jamie sit down with Kyle Rasco, a home health physical therapist assistant whose story hits close to home for a lot of men. Kyle shares what it was like growing up in the church, drifting away from his faith, and ultimately being drawn back in through the love of God and the faithfulness of his wife. Now, he finds himself on the front lines of real-life ministry—walking into ho...

Summer break is so close Timm and Jamie can taste it—but so is burnout, short tempers, and the temptation to mentally check out at home. In this episode, they get real about what it’s like to finish the school year strong while still showing up as intentional husbands. Instead of coasting into summer, they unpack what it actually looks like to put on the Armor of God from Epistle to the Ephesians...

What can a mission to the moon and a weekend at Augusta teach us about our walk with Christ? This week, Jamie and Timm kick things off by breaking down the Artemis II mission and the Masters Tournament, pulling real-life lessons from discipline, preparation, and pressure on the biggest stages. But the heart of this episode goes deeper—into the people you surround yourself with every day. The guys...

What does real faith look like when everything gets stripped away? In this episode, Timm shares powerful conversations from his mission trip to Jamaica, sitting down with two local men whose lives were deeply impacted by Hurricane Melissa. Nigel opens up about being raised in the church, serving alongside disaster relief teams, and the uncertainty of being out of work while waiting for restoration...

The guys are back together this week, sharing stories from Easter weekend and catching up after some time apart. Then Timm dives into his recent mission trip to Jamaica, where God used unexpected and humbling moments to shape his heart and perspective. This episode is a reminder that God often does His best work in the moments that stretch us the most. We’re talking faith, humility, and seeing God...

Timm is out this week on a missions trip, so Jamie is holding it down solo. After a full spring break—coaching a softball game, celebrating his dad’s 61st birthday, and getting some much-needed rest with a family beach trip—this episode takes a step back to talk about something we don’t always emphasize enough: joy. During Holy Week, it’s easy to focus on the weight and seriousness of what Jesus d...

Spring break is almost here, and Timm and Jamie are counting down the hours but they’re also getting real about something every man faces: drifting from God. In this episode, we break down the most common reasons men lose focus in their faith, distractions, comfort, isolation, and compromise, and the guardrails we need to stay grounded. What habits, boundaries, and accountability systems actually...

After a two-week break, Jamie and Timm are back behind the microphones catching up on some big life changes in the Musgrove household. Between moving houses, helping family move, and the chaos of everyday life, it’s easy to realize just how quickly good things can start taking the place of the most important thing. In this episode, the guys talk honestly about how work, hobbies, responsibilities,...

2.2 million followers across TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram. Millions more likes. But what shaped Lee Snow before the content ever existed? In this episode, Lee joins us to talk about his journey to Christ through a Bible study at Jacksonville State University, the mentor who saw leadership in him early on, and the moments that solidified his calling. We also dive into his growth as a Christian c...

What do you do when obedience doesn’t pay off immediately? This week, we talk about the Big Game, the politicization of both halftime shows, and a recent article claiming the Christian revival was fake and that people are leaving the faith. Culture shifts. Headlines change. Opinions get loud. But obedience to Christ isn’t about instant results. Timm and Jamie unpack what it means to stay faithful...

This week, we sit down with Sam Coley, associate pastor at The River Church in Columbus, Georgia. Sam shares his testimony of finding a real relationship with Jesus, meaningful stories from his family, and why men’s ministry must start with helping men understand their calling to lead at home. We talk about the weight men carry, the responsibility of leadership in the family, and why Jesus’ invita...

What does faith look like at 35,000 feet? In this episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, we sit down with Scott Campbell, an airline pilot with over 20 years of experience in the cockpit and an even longer journey of faith. Scott shares stories from his upbringing, lessons learned from helping others, and how his walk with Christ has shaped the way he lives and leads both in the air and on the ground...

Recorded in the woods around a campfire, Jamie and Timm have an honest conversation about what it means for men to live as shepherds in every role God has given us. From caring for our wives and children, to leading students in the classroom, to the calling of pastors over their congregations, this episode explores why shepherding is relational work—and why men often struggle with it. We talk abou...

Christians are called to stand firm without becoming harsh and to love deeply without compromising truth. In this episode, Timm and Jamie discuss the turmoil we’re seeing in the world and the tension many believers feel when responding to it. We talk about why truth and love were never meant to be separated and how losing either one leads us off course. We also share how we personally keep our foc...

What does it really look like to give God the glory — in the wins and in the hard seasons? In this episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, Timm shares highlights from his family vacation to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, before we shift into a conversation about the College Football Playoffs and the growing number of players boldly giving God the credit for their success. From the national spotlight to everyd...

In this episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, we’re joined by Mike Jones for a thoughtful conversation about faith, creativity, and honoring God through your work. Mike is an accomplished graphic designer and the founder of Creative South, a conference built around community, encouragement, and purpose-driven creativity. As part of his story, Mike shares about surviving the 1997 cheerleading bus cra...

Every January, men make the same promises: get healthier, make more money, be more disciplined, finally get their life together. But what if the problem isn’t our effort—it’s our foundation? In this episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, we break down the most common New Year’s resolutions and examine them through a biblical lens. We talk honestly about why so many resolutions fail, how self-focused...