The Lion Within Us - Leadership for Christian Men

Send us Fan Mail Ever feel like you're just going through the motions with your Bible reading? Three simple questions might completely transform your approach to Scripture. As Christian men, many of us have fallen into a pattern of checking boxes—reading chapters to complete them, praying because it's on our to-do list, and attending church because it's what we're "suppose...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever caught yourself reading Scripture just to check a box? You're not alone. In this powerful episode, we dive into Romans 15:4 and unpack why God's Word was written—not merely as historical documentation, but as a transformative tool designed to teach us, build our endurance, and fill us with hope. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re read...

Send us Fan Mail What would change in your life if you started and ended each day with intentional wins? The power of simple habits can transform how Christian men lead themselves and their families. This week's Fun Friday episode unpacks Psalm 23:5-6, reminding us that God prepares a table before us even in difficult circumstances. From this foundation of security, we explore three practical...

Send us Fan Mail What if your greatest struggles could become your greatest strengths? What if God designed your past wounds to fuel your future calling? These questions sit at the heart of Charlie Watkins' powerful message about authentic Christian manhood. Growing up as the son of a four-star Navy admiral who was frequently absent, Charlie developed wounds that would later shape his underst...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean when God prepares a table before you in the presence of your enemies? In this powerful spiritual kickoff, we dive deep into Psalm 23:5-6, uncovering the breathtaking truth of God's provision even when opposition surrounds us. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop floating through life and start leading your family, your marr...

Send us Fan Mail Prayer transforms when we make it personal. There's something powerful about speaking someone's name before God rather than vague references. Rather than praying for "my friend's aunt," I'm asking for names, writing them down, and addressing God with specificity. This practice doesn't enhance God's ability to answer—He knows everyone whether...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when one man's vision collides with divine timing? In this captivating conversation, Richard Gamble shares the extraordinary journey behind the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer—a monumental structure set to transform the UK landscape while documenting millions of stories where Jesus has answered prayer. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re rea...

Send us Fan Mail What if the most powerful tool in your spiritual arsenal is the one you're neglecting? Prayer isn't just something we do—it's a direct connection to the Creator of the universe that transforms our perspective and deepens our relationship with God. This episode explores three transformative spiritual practices: rejoicing always, praying continually, and giving thanks...

Send us Fan Mail The age-old tension between science and faith doesn't have to be a stumbling block for Christian men. This episode dives into the beautiful harmony that exists when we recognize God's fingerprints throughout creation and scientific discovery. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop floating through life and start leading your family, your...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when scientific evidence meets biblical truth? In this eye-opening conversation with Alan Pereira, we discover how God's fingerprints are clearly visible throughout creation—if we're willing to look honestly at the evidence. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop floating through life and start leading your family, your marri...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when our need for scientific certainty collides with faith? In this penetrating spiritual kickoff, we tackle the false dilemma between science and belief through the lens of Romans 1:20. The struggle isn't with scientific discovery itself—it's with our human desire to know everything. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop fl...

Send us Fan Mail Servant leadership transforms everything. Drawing from Philippians 2:3-4, this episode unpacks how putting others first creates authentic influence that no title can match. Ready to transform your leadership approach? Visit thelionwithinus.us for resources to help you grow as a servant leader in every area of life. Leave a review if this message resonated with you, and join us nex...

Send us Fan Mail "The hardest part of serving is simply saying yes to going." These words capture the essence of our recent Hurricane Helene disaster relief mission to Western North Carolina, where sixteen men answered the call to help communities devastated beyond recognition. This episode takes you behind the scenes of our week-long journey, where we encountered everything from dangero...

Send us Fan Mail Do you feel spiritually numb despite being saved and studying God's Word? You're not alone. Many Christian men experience this – on fire in their first year following salvation, then gradually feeling stuck as life's burdens weigh them down. The answer lies in Philippians 2:3-4. This counter-cultural command reveals a profound truth: serving others reignites our spi...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when your primary source of hope suddenly vanishes? For many Christian men, the foundations of our confidence rest in shaky ground – our financial status, physical health, or career achievements. But these can crumble in an instant, leaving us disoriented and vulnerable. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop floating through life and...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when the very people meant to guide your faith become the reason you question it? Matt Drinkhahn powerful testimony traces his journey from a childhood firmly rooted in church to a twenty-year spiritual detour and back to renewed faith. We're headed to the 1613 Men’s Conference! If you’re ready to stop floating through life and start leading your family, your mar...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever noticed how quickly your hope fades when circumstances take an unexpected turn? That new job, relationship, or achievement promised happiness, but somehow left you wanting more. In this powerful spiritual kickoff, we dive deep into Romans 15:13 to discover why placing our hope in our "happenings" always leads to disappointment. We're headed to the 1613...

Send us Fan Mail The stark contrast between our Easter and Christmas celebrations reveals a troubling disconnect between our theology and our practice. Why does the birth of Christ receive months of anticipation, elaborate decorations, and significant financial investment, while the resurrection—the very foundation of our faith—often feels like a mere footnote in the Christian calendar? Don't...

Send us Fan Mail Why does Santa get all the attention while the Easter Bunny barely gets noticed? This episode explores how our culture’s overemphasis on Christmas—and neglect of Easter—reveals a deeper spiritual imbalance. The resurrection is the foundation of our faith, yet Easter often gets reduced to egg hunts and candy. We’ll dive into why the empty tomb matters more than ever, and how we can...

Send us Fan Mail What makes Easter the cornerstone of Christian faith, and why does it seem to get overshadowed so often? This powerful spiritual kickoff episode tackles the monumental significance of Christ's resurrection through an off-the-cuff, Spirit-led exploration of 1 Corinthians 15. The resurrection separates Christianity from every other belief system. While many religions follow tea...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when 54% of churchgoers secretly battle pornography while churches remain silent? This eye-opening episode tackles the epidemic of pornography affecting 75% of Christian men and brings crucial conversations out of the shadows. We explore the power of accountability as your breakthrough secret weapon. When isolation breeds addiction, connection creates transformation....

Send us Fan Mail In this unflinchingly honest conversation, Nick Stumbo shares his journey from serving as a senior pastor while secretly battling pornography addiction to finding freedom and now helping others as Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries. Nick reveals how his early exposure to sexual content created patterns of shame and secrecy that followed him into adulthood, marriage, and...

Send us Fan Mail What are you clinging to that's weighing you down? Apostle Paul's powerful declaration in Philippians 3:7 offers a transformative perspective on surrender and true fulfillment: "But whatever were gains to me, I now consider loss for the sake of Christ." Paul wasn't speaking as someone with nothing to lose. As the "Pharisee of Pharisees," he had a...

Send us Fan Mail Every Christian father wrestles with the weight of responsibility—how do we effectively pass our faith to our children in a way that truly sticks? Drawing from Psalm 78:4, this episode dives deep into the biblical mandate to "tell the next generation" about God's faithfulness. We explore Barrett Johnson's powerful framework for discipling children like Jesus di...

Send us Fan Mail What if the most vital task in parenting isn't getting your kids into a good college, but helping them develop a faith that lasts? Barrett Johnson, President of INFO (Imperfect and Normal Families Only), shares a game-changing framework for spiritual parenting that will transform how you view your role as a father. Drawing from Jesus' own discipleship model, Barrett reve...