The Lion Within Us - Leadership for Christian Men

Send us Fan Mail Are you more concerned with where your kids go to college or where they spend eternity? In this Fun Friday episode Chris reviews lessons he learned from Steven Arms and the importance we all have as Christian men to lead our families well. Right of passage events may look different for your situation.  Chris shared a cool moment he had with his dad and a red F-150 that truly made...

Send us Fan Mail How do the next generation of boys know when they are men? In our Western culture the idea of a right of passage is all but lost.  In this powerful conversation Steve Arms walks through his personal experience as a 13 year old boy and how he came home from this special event without any doubt that he was now a man. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://the...

Send us Fan Mail Unconditional means not subject to any conditions. There are not many things in life that do not have any conditions.  Try to think of a few. Maybe you are patient with someone - give it time and that patience will run out. Perhaps you seek to encourage a friend - eventually that too will taper off.  Many think about the love for their children and this is the closest thing we may...

Send us Fan Mail Leading requires action - you got this! In this Fun Friday we recap ways you can stop making excuses and showing up for your loved ones the way they need.  The items covered this week can make a tremendous impact on your family when you lean in and do the work. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/181-fun-friday-take-action-and-le...

Send us Fan Mail To Start Living Begins With You! In this episode Chris takes time to debunk the noble idea that we would die for our kids.  While we get the sentiment what would your family dynamic look like if instead you chose to intentionally live for them? For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/180-quit-saying-you-would-die-for-your-kids-and-st...

Send us Fan Mail The vertical relationship comes first! Too often we focus on the horizontal relationships in our lives and neglect our personal connection with God.  In this Spiritual Kick Off we are going to unpack a verse that is a powerful guide on how to raise children.  The key is getting the relationships in the right order and then being obedient to what the Spirit tells you. For full show...

Send us Fan Mail Counseling is not just for when the barn is on fire. This week we dove deep into how we can all grow as Christian leaders by strengthening our minds. Sometimes that strength comes from the wise counsel of others.  For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/178-fun-friday-you-dont-got-this-its-okay-thats-the-gospel/ We're headed to...

Send us Fan Mail People, Pills and Prayers – they all have their place to a strong mind! In this powerful conversation John Sullivan breaks down how therapy and counseling services are conducted while maintaining Jesus at the center.  Too many men are trying to do life alone and when the going gets tough they turn to the wrong items for support. For full show note details, go to the episode webpag...

Send us Fan Mail No one likes to think about being weak. The apostle Paul shares that weakness is sometime necessary to spread the Gospel. In this Spiritual Kick Off we unpack two powerful verses that will help us simplify and apply God’s Word. The core message is that we must do everything possible to share the Good News with others. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://...

Send us Fan Mail What are you chasing in life? It's easy to get caught up in the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes and the pride of life. Overcoming those takes work and that's how you become a strong Christian man. Understanding that on our own it's impossible but by the power of the Holy Spirit you are more equipped to do great things for the Kingdom than you possibly know....

Send us Fan Mail You are not defined by your past. In this powerful conversation Torres McLean unpacks his journey that would leave many men flat on their backs.  He shares how multiple affairs took him to a place of brokenness and the ways God started working healing in his marriage. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/174-understanding-the-man-...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to be a man? In this Spiritual Kick Off we explore a prominent verse that outlines four key items every man should strive for daily.  There is a lot of debate around the idea of masculinity and the best way to not get lost is to ground yourself in Truth.  Scripture clearly defines how to be a man and thankfully we have these Words to model. For full show note det...

Send us Fan Mail Is marriage a covenant or contract? In this Fun Friday Chris reviews some of the lessons learned from Marcus Farris and how we can respond when issues arise in marriage.  We must remember that every Christian marriage is under attack and it is our duty to stand up and fight. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/172-fun-friday-no-l...

Send us Fan Mail Marcus Farris has a powerful story that can help those that are struggling with the scars of divorce. From his service in the military to ultramarathons his journey has many ups and downs that he openly shares to help others.  He talks about how his faith was rocked when unfaithfulness entered his marriage. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwith...

Send us Fan Mail What can one small, insignificant kernel of wheat do? In this Spiritual Kick Off Chris explains how that one small piece can have a huge impact on the Kingdom.  The key to being able to yield such a great return that kernel must first die and then the power happens. The same is true in the life of a Believer. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwi...

Send us Fan Mail Would you let others speak to you the way you speak to yourself? The mirror does not have to be the enemy.  The focus for this week has been around the words we say to ourselves and the power they have.  If you find yourself struggling to find anything good to say remember that is not from the Spirit.  Apply some of the lessons shared this week and start seeing the change it can m...

Send us Fan Mail What do you say to the man in the mirror? Often we tear ourselves down and the lies we say over and over we start to believe. What if instead of tear ourselves down we began building up instead?  It's possible and in this episode Chris unpacks a widely popular book "What to Say When You Talk to Yourself" and he adds a Spiritual element that we can all incorporate to...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt unfit for use? In this Spiritual Kick Off Chris unpacks a powerful verse in Romans that points to the ultimate Truth.  The Spirit builds up and Satan tears down. Scripture is clear that condemnation is not found anywhere in Christ Jesus. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/167-sko-romans-8-1/ We're headed...

Send us Fan Mail Building the Kingdom takes resources - time to get to work! In this Fun Friday Chris shares some of the lessons learned from Rylee Meek and how we call can apply the insights shared and make an impact! The Health, Wealth and Self tips this week all align to ideas around entrepreneurship.  For those thinking this does not apply to you we challenge you to listen to the self tip as y...

Send us Fan Mail We are created by a Creator to build the Kingdom. We are excited to welcome Rylee Meek from King's Council to the show. Rylee is on fire with helping others tap into their God given talents and abilities to do the work that makes an impact. In the last 100 years the statistics on Americans and entrepreneurship has completely flipped.  In 1913 97% of the population were entrep...

Send us Fan Mail Showing compassion to others requires action! In this Spiritual Kick Off Chris explores the end of a powerful parable that Jesus used to teach us about serving others. At the core of the idea is that we have to put ourselves in the position to be able to help and then we have to be obedient. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/16...

Send us Fan Mail What fruit comes the most natural for you? In this Fun Friday Chris explores some of the ideas he shared with Dr. Mike Frazier and how the Fruit of the Spirit can show up when we act with intentionality. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/163-fun-friday-commit-everything-to-the-lord/ We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conferenc...

Send us Fan Mail Satan wants your marriage to fail - it's time to go to battle! In this episode we welcome Dr. Mike Frazier to the show as he is an expert in building strong Christian marriages.  This is a special conversation as Dr. Mike released this on his podcast Strong Men Strong Marriages and it is not the typical Lion Within interview. Dr. Mike and Chris have fun sharing insights and l...

Send us Fan Mail What fruit is prevalent in your life? We aren't talking about apples and bananas either! In this Spiritual Kick Off we explore the Fruit of the Spirit and how that can manifest itself in our lives.  One of the key items that should separate a Believer from the rest of the world is the fruit that we display.  For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://theli...

Send us Fan Mail When you point your finger remember there are 3 pointing back at you! In the world we live in the idea of accountability is something most people run from. As leaders we must recognize the importance of being a leader and what that should look like for us and our testimony. For full show note details, go to the episode webpage: https://thelionwithin.us/podcast/160-fun-friday-stay-...