The Lion Within Us - Leadership for Christian Men

Send us Fan Mail Fear of conflict can paralyze even the strongest marriages. Many of us grew up believing that healthy relationships were completely void of disagreement—that arguments signaled failure rather than opportunity. This podcast shatters that myth, revealing how forgiveness transforms the ordinary conflicts of marriage into extraordinary moments of growth. We're headed to the 1613...

Send us Fan Mail Ever found yourself stuck in a situation where you desperately needed help but couldn't bring yourself to ask? That stubborn independence might be costing you more than you realize. Chris Granger opens up about his unexpected journey with a broken ankle and the humbling lessons it's teaching him about vulnerability as a Christian leader. Through personal struggles and in...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever found yourself saying "No thanks, I'm good" when someone offers help, even though you're struggling? Pastor Tim Timberlake joins us to explore why accepting help feels so challenging—especially for men—and how this resistance might be holding us back from our greatest growth. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever faced a moment when your strength wasn't enough? When life knocked you down so hard that independence was no longer an option? That's exactly where I found myself after a devastating farm accident left me with three ankle fractures and a dislocated foot. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop floating through life and start...

Send us Fan Mail Every Christian man faces battles that aren't fought with physical strength alone. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 10:3, "For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh," this episode dives deep into one of the most significant spiritual battles men face today: pornography addiction. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready t...

Send us Fan Mail What if the battle with pornography isn't about willpower, but about healing deep wounds? Justin Smith discovered this truth the hard way when his wife gave him an ultimatum: "Get your crap together or get out of the house." That moment became the catalyst for a healing journey that would eventually help countless other men. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Confe...

Send us Fan Mail Every Christian man knows the tension—walking in a broken world while battling spiritual enemies that seek to destroy what God has called good. The war against lust isn't fought with flesh and blood weapons but with spiritual ones that God has already equipped us with. Pornography is a silent destroyer that thrives in darkness. It begins subtly—a glance becomes a lingering lo...

Send us Fan Mail Ever feel like your season of singleness is just marking time until "real life" begins? This powerful episode shatters that myth, revealing how single Christian men can live with profound purpose and impact right now. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop floating through life and start leading your family, your marriage, and your career...

Send us Fan Mail What if your season of singleness isn't a waiting room but an advantage? That's the provocative question at the heart of my conversation with Bob Wheatley, former professional baseball player turned author, who returns to unpack his new book "Single-Minded: Finding Purpose and Strength in Your Season of Singleness." We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conferenc...

Send us Fan Mail Ever felt like you're stuck in life's waiting room while single? This episode flips that narrative completely on its head. We explore the Apostle Paul's counter-cultural message that being single isn't a burden—it's a strategic advantage. While our relationship-obsessed culture makes singles feel incomplete or "on hold," Scripture presents a radi...

Send us Fan Mail Spiritual leadership begins at home, but many Christian men struggle with the practical "how-to" of guiding their families toward Christ amidst life's demands. Drawing from 2 Timothy 1:5, we examine how faith passes through generations and what that means for today's fathers seeking to leave a godly legacy. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you...

Send us Fan Mail God handpicked you to lead your family. This wasn't by accident or coincidence—it was by divine design. Yet many Christian fathers struggle with feeling inadequate, believing the enemy's lie that someone else could do a better job. The truth? You were chosen specifically for your family, and your presence matters more than your perfection. We're headed to the 1613 M...

Send us Fan Mail Struggling with the weight of spiritual leadership in your home? You're not alone. This raw, honest episode tackles the uncomfortable truth many Christian fathers face: we've unknowingly outsourced our most important leadership role. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop floating through life and start leading your family, your marriage,...

Send us Fan Mail The battle for life demands more than passive agreement—it requires Christian men to actively champion abundance for the vulnerable. Roland Warren's powerful personal story of facing abortion pressure in college serves as a stark reminder of how quickly our culture defaults to destruction rather than support. As he shares in his book "The Alternative to Abortion: Why We...

Send us Fan Mail When Roland Warren and his girlfriend discovered they were pregnant during their college years at Princeton, they faced an immediate suggestion from the campus nurse: "Of course you're going to have an abortion." Their decision to choose life instead—creating a family that would thrive despite dire predictions—laid the foundation for Roland's life's work a...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to be truly pro-life? In this soul-stirring episode, we explore the crucial distinction between being merely "pro-life" and embracing a "pro-abundant life" stance that actively engages with those who are vulnerable in our communities. The dangerous idea floating around Christian circles today is that speaking truth or voting occasionally is su...

Send us Fan Mail The difference between covenant and contract thinking transforms everything about Christian manhood. While contracts are conditional transactions based on mutual benefit, covenants represent sacred, unconditional commitments that persist regardless of circumstances. Are you approaching your most important commitments with the right mindset? We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conf...

Send us Fan Mail Could ancient biblical wisdom be more scientifically accurate than our modern dating apps and self-help books? Serial entrepreneur and philanthropist Mark Gerson joins us to reveal the stunning parallels between modern social science research and the Torah's timeless teachings. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop floating through life and s...

Send us Fan Mail What if the secret to a thriving marriage isn't about finding the right person, but embracing the right perspective? At the heart of God's design lies a critical distinction that transforms relationships: marriage as a covenant, not a contract. While our culture promotes conditional arrangements where we stay committed only as long as our needs are met, God established s...

Send us Fan Mail The cultural battle for life demands more than passive concern—it requires equipped warriors. This powerful episode featuring Seth Gruber of The 1916 Project cuts through comfortable Christianity to challenge men toward meaningful advocacy for the unborn. Check out the Book of the Week: The 1916 Project by Seth Gruber We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready...

Send us Fan Mail The horrifying truth about Planned Parenthood's eugenic origins and the church's failure to stand against modern genocide comes to light in this gripping conversation with Seth Gruber, founder of the White Rose Resistance. Perhaps most challenging is Gruber's critique of modern pastoral leadership.  We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to...

Send us Fan Mail The sacred value of human life isn't a political stance—it's at the very core of the gospel message. Drawing from Jeremiah 1:5, "Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you," this powerful episode unpacks the profound truth that God recognizes and values every life from the moment of conception. We confront the uncomfortable reality that our culture often deval...

Send us Fan Mail The silent struggle of pornography addiction affects an estimated 70-80% of Christian men, yet remains shrouded in shame and secrecy. Drawing from 1 John 2:16, we explore how "the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life" manifest in this modern spiritual battlefield. Fighting pornography alone is like challenging a shark in water – you'r...

Send us Fan Mail Are you caught in the cycle of knowing you shouldn't look but feeling powerless to stop? You're not alone in this struggle, and more importantly, you don't have to remain stuck. In this raw and powerful episode, we tackle pornography head-on, providing practical strategies and spiritual weapons for breaking free. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If yo...

Send us Fan Mail Pornography has become a silent epidemic destroying Christian men from the inside out. What begins as "just looking" gradually morphs into a spiritual stronghold that warps our understanding of intimacy, damages our relationships, and creates a chasm between us and God. But there's hope beyond the screen. This raw, honest episode tackles pornography head-on from a b...