The Lion Within Us - Leadership for Christian Men

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to discover the secrets of trusting God's timing as a Christian man? Join us as we dive into the wisdom found in Matthew 24, where Jesus answers a disciple's question about signs of his coming, using three powerful illustrations - a fig tree, Noah, and a thief in the night. This episode will inspire and equip you to apply these divine truths to your own lif...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could deepen your understanding of Jesus' words in Matthew 24:36 and learn to trust in God's perfect timing? Join us on The Lion With Inness as we explore how Jesus voluntarily surrendered his divine attribute of total omniscience while on earth, and discuss the importance of walking by faith and being obedient to God's calling in our lives. For full sho...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the transformative power of forgiveness and unlock the abundant life God has planned for you. Join us as we dive into Colossians 1:27 and explore the mystery of Christ in us, the hope of glory. Dr. Bruce Hebel from Forgiving Forward shares his valuable insights on forgiving wounds, not people, and the importance of letting go of bitterness to experience true freedom and j...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the transformative power of forgiveness and how to embrace it as Christian men in our conversation with Dr. Bruce Hebel, co-author of Forgiving Forward. We unravel the consequences of holding onto anger and resentment, as illustrated by Jesus's parable of the ruler and the two servants. Dr. Bruce shares the remarkable story whose journey to forgiveness led them to re...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the life-changing mystery of Christ in you as we unpack the powerful message of Colossians 1. Through a deep dive into scripture, we'll explore how Jesus came for both Jews and Gentiles, granting them equal inheritance in the body of Christ. But to truly embrace this incredible gift, we must surrender to the Lordship of Jesus. Are you ready to let your old self die a...

Send us Fan Mail You are not defined by your career.  If you are ready to find fulfillment that comes with aligning your talents with what God desires it is possible.  We are here to help and let us know how these episodes have opened your eyes. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/229-fun-friday-we-were-created-to-work/ We're headed to the 1...

Send us Fan Mail What work is God calling you to do? Ken Coleman from Ramsey Solutions breaks down how you can identify this and start working towards finding purpose in your career.   Ken highlights the shift from the older generations, such as the boomers and the greatest generation, who viewed career as a specific line of work that they held onto for many years. In contrast, younger generations...

Send us Fan Mail Are you satisfied in your career? In this Spiritual Kick Off we delve into Ecclesiastes 2:24, which highlights the importance of finding satisfaction in one's work. The verse states that there is nothing better than to eat, drink, and find satisfaction in our own toil, as it is a gift from God. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/po...

Send us Fan Mail You are not defined by your career.  If you are ready to find fulfillment that comes with aligning your talents with what God desires it is possible.  We are here to help and let us know how these episodes have opened your eyes. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/226-fun-friday-taking-action-against-the-darkness/ We're head...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dan Emr joins the show to discuss the important and often overlooked issue of human trafficking. Dan sheds light on the global scale of the problem, its devastating impact, and the urgent need for awareness and action. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/225-what-it-takes-to-be-restored-with-dan-emr/ We're h...

Send us Fan Mail In this Spiritual Kick Off, we delve into the profound wisdom found in Micah 6:8, a verse that encapsulates God's requirements for His people. Micah, a Judean prophet, challenges us to examine our actions, attitudes, and relationship with God. Join us as we explore the practical implications of acting justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly with our Creator. For full show no...

Send us Fan Mail What does love look like in your daily walk? In this Spiritual Kick Off, the focus is on 1 John 4:7-8, where John emphasizes the importance of loving one another as a sign of being born of God and knowing God. The Greek word used for "love" is "agape," which is the highest form of love, transcendent and fatherly, and is contrasted with erotic and brotherly love...

Send us Fan Mail You can  overcome the world's challenges with Christ.  We delve into the concept of victory in Christ and how it empowers us to overcome any obstacle we face. We draw inspiration from a conversation with Clarence Haynes Jr., author of The Pursuit of Victory, who highlights four things that can derail Christians in their pursuit of victory: Sin, Excuses, Laziness, and Fear SEL...

Send us Fan Mail You can find peace in the midst of tribulations. In this Spiritual Kick Off, we delve into the significance of John 16:33. This verse holds profound importance as it offers a powerful message that can be applied to our lives. It reminds us to find peace in Jesus, even in the face of worldly tribulations. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin....

Send us Fan Mail Our stories get so much better when we give Him our heart. Everyone loves a good story.  Great storytellers can draw us in with eagerness to see what comes next.  The amazing part of being a Believer is that God is the Author of the most incredible story you'll ever know - YOU! We pray these messages help you see the beautiful story that He is writing.  Even with the trials o...

Send us Fan Mail We cannot escape our deepest desires. The human heart longs for many things—love, joy, peace, abundance—but it longs for one thing even more: to experience a love story with God. Bob Wheatley joins us to reveals that our favorite stories provide whispers of this truth.   Why do we tell the same stories again and again?   What is it about the hero, the villain, and the love interes...

Send us Fan Mail Embrace the story of your life. When David mentions a book in verse 16, it's a profound concept to consider. Have you ever thought about your life as a "story" being written by God, the Author? It may sound crazy, but that's exactly what these verses imply. In the book that God holds, every single day that is meant for us is already recorded. It encompasses the...

Send us Fan Mail Trust that God wants the best for you always. How often do so many of us feel forgotten.  We have to remember that we were created in the image of God and because of that we each have a purpose with our lives.  The key is to discern what God desires and then pursue that with all you have. In this Fun Friday Chris covers some of the key items he learned from Dr. John Delony that wi...

Send us Fan Mail It's time to take ownership and move forward. In this hard hitting conversation we welcome Dr. John  Delony to the show and this gets real, raw and practical.  Dr. Delony serves as one of Dave Ramsey's top personalities and he tackles the hard issues head on. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/216-own-it-change-it-with...

Send us Fan Mail What does love look like in your daily walk? In this Spiritual Kick Off, the focus is on 1 John 4:7-8, where John emphasizes the importance of loving one another as a sign of being born of God and knowing God. The Greek word used for "love" is "agape," which is the highest form of love, transcendent and fatherly, and is contrasted with erotic and brotherly love...

Send us Fan Mail We know where to go by asking! Too many of us wander around lost and confused when the answers you seek are closer than you realize.  In this Fun Friday episode Chris explores some of the salient points that Morgan Snyder shared.  Remember that you are created to be a King and it's time to take that responsibility seriously. For full show note details, go to the episode webpa...

Send us Fan Mail The idea of being a king is foreign to many. How about this - you were created to be a king and your kingdom is depending on you. Knowing how to step into this great responsibility is difficult and leaves many men lost and confused.  In this powerful conversation Morgan Snyder from Wild at Heart shares practical insight that every man needs to know in their pursuit of what God has...

Send us Fan Mail Knowing what to do and actually doing it are two different things. In this Spiritual Kick Off we unpack a verse in Jeremiah that really hits home to how many live their daily lives.  When we take the time to stand up and see how we are moving we can quickly tell if it is headed in the right direction or not. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwit...

Send us Fan Mail Make the most of the gift of today! This week has focused heavily on how Christian leaders should consider their calendar.  The idea of quality time seems like something only for Andy Griffith but with intentionality it can be a reality.  For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/209-sko-haggai-1-5-6/ We're headed to the 1613 Men’...

Send us Fan Mail Quality time is not a 15 minute block on your slammed calendar. In this episode Chris explores a question his oldest daughter posed to him around "does quality time really exist".  This hit him hard and he took some time to unpack the idea of quality time and how Christian leaders could begin embracing the idea to truly make an impact in their lives. For full show note d...