The Lion Within Us - Leadership for Christian Men

Send us Fan Mail Every journey of faith begins with a single step. This week's Fun Friday episode unpacks Zechariah 4:10's powerful reminder that God rejoices in our small beginnings—those seemingly insignificant acts of obedience that build the foundation for spiritual growth and transformation. Check out this weeks Book of the Week: Never Give Up by Don Beebe We're headed to the 1...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when divine purpose meets unwavering determination? Don Beebe's extraordinary journey from small-town dreamer to NFL wide receiver showcases how faith can transform not just a career, but an entire life's trajectory. 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...

Send us Fan Mail What if God actually celebrates the small, seemingly insignificant beginnings in our lives? Drawing from Zechariah 4:10, this episode explores how God rejoices to see the work begin, even when the world overlooks our humble first steps. In a culture obsessed with overnight success and viral moments, many Christian men feel their quiet faithfulness doesn't measure up. We'...

Send us Fan Mail The battle between seeking recognition and practicing faithful service confronts every Christian man striving to lead well. We recap how humble leadership transforms our impact at home and work. What if your greatest leadership breakthroughs came not from visibility but from invisible service? This episode challenges you with three powerful practices to cultivate Christ-like humil...

Send us Fan Mail Words have power—perhaps more than we realize. Speaking with Will Parker Anderson, Senior Editor at Penguin Random House's Christian division, we dive into the transformative potential of putting pen to paper as believers. Will shares how his journey from pastoral ministry to publishing has revealed a profound truth: writing isn't just for "professional authors.&quo...

Send us Fan Mail What if everything you've learned about leadership is backward? While the world promotes leadership as gaining more influence, followers, and status, Jesus offers a completely different path - emptying yourself. This counterintuitive approach doesn't mean becoming passive or mediocre. Rather, it's about intentionally pouring out your gifts, time, talents, and resour...

Send us Fan Mail What does it truly mean to find rest in the midst of life's battles? This week's episode unpacks the powerful truth from Exodus 14:14: "The Lord will fight for you. You need only to be still." This counter-cultural message challenges the notion that strength always means taking action, when sometimes our greatest act of faith is standing firm while God works on...

Send us Fan Mail Caught between impossible circumstances and crushing responsibility, the Israelites faced a moment that would define their journey. Their response? Panic, blame, and even longing for the slavery they'd just escaped. Sound familiar? As leaders, fathers, and husbands, we often find ourselves in similar spiritual territory—overwhelmed by obligations, exhausted by expectations, a...

Send us Fan Mail The secret to lasting transformation isn't found in dramatic gestures or occasional bursts of effort—it lies in the humble power of small, consistent beginnings. This episode unpacks how seemingly minor daily habits create the foundation for God's blessing and multiplication in our lives. Check out this weeks Book of the Week: Dream Job: Redefined by Mitch Matthews We&ap...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when life delivers a devastating diagnosis? For Mitch Matthews, creator of the Dream, Think, Do podcast, it became the backdrop for witnessing six undeniable miracles in a single day. Mitch's powerful testimony takes us through the moment his wife received a cancer diagnosis on Christmas Eve to an extraordinary sequence of events that defied medical explanation....

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt discouraged because your spiritual journey seems to be progressing too slowly? The truth about humble beginnings might be the encouragement you need. God has a remarkable pattern of starting small and growing something magnificent. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop floating through life and start leading your family, your ma...

Send us Fan Mail Struggling to balance strength with rest in your Christian walk? This week's episode tackles the paradox at the heart of godly leadership: the power found in intentional rest, wise time management, and playful connection with your children. Check out this weeks Book of the Week: Don't Waste Your Life by John Piper We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re...

Send us Fan Mail The quest for spiritual growth often leads us down paths where we hear about knowledge, understanding, and wisdom—but what exactly separates these three critical elements, and how do they work together in the life of a disciple? 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 caree...

Send us Fan Mail What's keeping you from accessing the wisdom God freely offers? Wisdom represents far more than accumulated facts and Pride stands as our greatest obstacle. In our newest exploration of James 1:5, we tackle why knowledge alone falls short of the wisdom believers truly need for meaningful spiritual growth. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop...

Send us Fan Mail Sleep is a weapon in your leadership arsenal. Your name is your personal brand. A handwritten note speaks volumes in our digital age. These three simple yet powerful concepts form the backbone of this week's practical guidance for Christian men seeking to lead with purpose and integrity. Check out this weeks Book of the Week: Run the Race by Trey Brunson We're headed to...

Send us Fan Mail Did you know roughly 20% of men report having no friends at all, while 50% avoid discussing anything meaningful with the few connections they have? We're diving deep into the critical epidemic affecting Christian men today—isolation, shame, and the transformative power of authentic discipleship. Pastor Trey Brunson of Church of Eleven 22 brings electrifying energy and profoun...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine a leadership approach that stands in stark contrast to today's self-promoting culture—one where your character matters more than your resume and God's glory takes precedence over personal recognition. That's exactly what we explore in this spiritual kickoff focused on Habakkuk 2:14. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop floa...

Send us Fan Mail What's burning in your heart that you've been afraid to voice? This question strikes at the core of authentic Christian manhood, where strength isn't measured by emotional suppression but by courageous vulnerability. Drawing from our conversation with Dr. Greg Stewart about his book we explore how properly understanding our emotions actually strengthens rather than...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when Christian men stop trying to face life's battles alone? After 18 months of development, we're unveiling something transformative – our Leadership Mastermind program designed specifically for men seeking deeper connection and growth in their faith journey. The struggle is real. Many of us find ourselves isolated, lacking spiritual mentors who speak truth...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Greg Stewart opens up about his profound journey from emotional brokenness to inner strength in this candid, transformative conversation. Drawing from his background as a telehealth counselor with a PhD in counselor education and supervision, he shares how his personal struggles—including an emotional affair that ended his marriage—became the crucible for understanding negativ...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt God's truth burning so intensely inside you that keeping silent became more painful than speaking up? True leadership isn't about external accomplishments but begins when God ignites something within your heart that transforms everything about you. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop floating through life and start l...

Send us Fan Mail Meaningful connection is becoming a lost art in our digital age, yet it remains one of the most powerful tools we have as Christian men to lead our families and grow spiritually. What would happen if you asked each of your children one truly meaningful question every day? Not the standard "How was school?" but questions that make them think deeply... Don't forget to...

Send us Fan Mail Are you certain you're on the narrow road to salvation? Or could you be among those who attend church faithfully yet remain spiritually unchanged? This eye-opening conversation with Bible teacher Daniel Ochoa delves into the moment he realized his church attendance wasn't enough to secure his standing with God. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re re...

Send us Fan Mail Have you bought into the lie that Christian men should handle their struggles alone? That silence equals strength, and asking for help signals weakness? When we isolate ourselves, we become easy prey for the enemy. Like the limping antelope separated from the herd, men who walk alone become vulnerable to attacks that thrive in darkness and secrecy. We're headed to the 1613 Me...

Send us Fan Mail Every word we speak as men ripples through our homes, setting either a temperature of peace or tension. Your tone matters more than you realize—it's the thermostat that regulates your family's emotional climate. This reality stands at the heart of our discussion on leadership, where precise speech becomes our most powerful tool for building up those we love. We're h...