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Episode 137 - Anxious, Worried, Afraid? Election 2024

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:00:12 GMT

There are many things that cause us worry in this life. One that seems to be predominant is the 2024 election...yeah I know... how's that for obvious? So what're you going to do about it?

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Episode 136 - Undecided On Who To Vote For - Presidential Race 2024 - Trump vs Kamala

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 13:00:51 GMT

This was a ton of fun to record and I hope it adds the value I know it is capable of doing. So many people are SO OVER POLITICS...perhaps that's our problem. We'd rather choose passivity, head in the sand, hope it all works out and DO NOTHING than be involved...at the very least informed. This is a 2 hour conversation with two good friends, brothers, and we easily could have talked all day. Give it a listen and share the show! Huge shout out to the show Become Undeniable with Brad Austin. Highly encourage you search that in your preferred platform and give his show a listen!

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Episode Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

04:17 The Role of Christians in Voting

11:30 Conversations Around Voting Perspectives

17:15 Importance of Informed Voting

24:36 Abortion as a Political Tactic

35:01 Awakening Political Consciousness

40:36 The Basement Campaign Strategy

40:37 Your Vote Counts

50:17 The Threat of Election Manipulation

55:16 Faith and Politics

01:04:25 Homelessness Solutions

01:07:28 Understanding Political Support and Its Implications

01:08:24 The Role of Christians In Politics

01:13:34 Reasons Christians Choose Not to Vote

01:18:05 The Consequences of Political Complacency

01:23:04 Confronting Evil and Taking Action

01:27:55 The Call to Engage in Faith and Politics

01:36:31 The Cost of True Faith

01:38:51 Revival and Responsibility

01:39:53 Visible Differences in Governance

01:43:55 Economic Realities and Choices

01:48:49 The Dangers of Tax on Unrealized Gains

01:55:25 Capitalism vs. Socialism

01:57:56 The Call to Action, Faith and Civic Duty

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Episode 135 - Authentically With Jesus

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 14:00:49 GMT

Following Jesus requires living differently because He CHANGES us. You should look different, live different, and be an influence in your circles.

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Episode 134 - We Don't Need Youth Pastors

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 18:19:21 GMT

If you've read this far and aren't angry at the title then you're probably curious what I am getting at. In this episode I talk a lot about our Youth of today and the upcoming generations. No...I don't think we need to eradicate the position of Youth Pastor. What we need to do, is recognize we are at war and our strategy cannot be to abdicate our responsibility to the Youth Pastors of the world. Give it a listen, have a conversation.

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Episode 133 - Still in this World

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 13:00:57 GMT

In this episode I catch up a little bit on the last couple months and set the stage for some upcoming episodes. Politics, debates, assassination's, mud slinging, world ending chaos...how do we stay focused amid it all?

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Episode 132 - It Might Not Be Perfect, Why Some will Turn Away from Jesus

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 13:00:35 GMT

Doesn't mean you shouldn't try anyway. Getting out of your comfort zone is important. Pursuing those God given goals will not always look how you wish it to...but the journey will be worth it.

The sad reality is this - MANY people will shy away. MANY turn away from Jesus because they esteem their reputations too highly.

It won't always go your way. They may not want to be your friend anymore. These brutal realities, don't make the objective wrong.

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Episode 131 - Excuses Stink

Wed, 01 May 2024 13:00:25 GMT

Excuses seriously stink, they are easy to make though. Worse, easy to become habitual. Turn your excuse for not doing on its head and you might find your reason for actually doing.

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Episode 130 - James River Church Drama

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 13:00:31 GMT

Here's a link to the article I was reading from for quotes.

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Episode 129 - No Limits on God

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 13:34:50 GMT

God doesn't belong in a box. When it comes to our view of people and who can and cannot be saved it is not up to us to make that decision but rather to be the Hands and Feet of Jesus. Our earthly perspectives can become limiting perspectives of the power of God which can easily become limiting factors on who we pray for and how we pray.

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Episode 128 - Contending for Truth

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 14:06:34 GMT

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Let's be the Christians in This World and not of it, contending for and willing to get involved in fighting for truth to be heard.

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Episode 127 - Vote Yes on I-2117 (WA State CCA Repeal)

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 14:16:39 GMT

I want to be fair, here's an overview of that the CCA is. While we absolutely should take responsibility for how we treat the environment we should also have a say in how this is done. The CCA quickly became a hidden gas-tax impacting consumers directly despite promises that it wouldn't do so. With no requirements for data collection or accountability to these projects we are funding the rising cost of fuel with our hard earned money.

Initiative 2117 will repeal the Climate Commitment Act. This will not impact our roads or bridges as CCA funds aren't even allowed to be allocated for such infrastructure projects. Here are some quick Facts to be aware of.

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Episode 126 - Ban Gender Affirming Care for Minors

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 13:07:49 GMT

Texas bans gender affirming care so it becomes a secret until someone blows the whistle... we need to be willing to speak up for true injustice. "Transing" kids is Injust. Wrong.

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Episode 125 - Are My Ears Itching?

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 14:04:51 GMT

Let's fight the fight and finish the race!

Join me in working through what it looks like to practically live day to day with Jesus at the forefront, not the back seat.

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Episode 124 - The Responsibility You Have as a Christian

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 13:12:47 GMT

Living a Christian life... what does that even mean? Does it really matter?

Yes. It does.

Join me in working through what it looks like to practically live day to day with Jesus at the forefront, not the back seat.

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Episode 123 - Who Would Be Surprised to Know You Believe in Jesus?

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 13:36:15 GMT

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Episode 122 - Fat and Unhealthy? Change it.

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 14:05:05 GMT

1st Timothy 4:8. While it shouldn't be the #1 thing in your life, it has some value. Tough to deny, so let's treat our bodies as though they are a gift from God and fuel them appropriately.

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Episode 121 - Transgender Day of Visibility - We NEED to do Better than this

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 13:03:56 GMT

This wasn't the first time March 31st was celebrated as the Transgender Day of Visibility. This was the first time Easter fell on the same day. Planned? Perhaps.

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Episode 120 - Behold, Your King!

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 14:00:12 GMT

In this episode I read from John 15 through 19:16, which is some of the lead up to Jesus's crucifixion. These chapters emphasize some of Jesus's last teachings and prayers for the disciples (and us) prior to be given over.

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Episode 119 - Claims Require Evidence

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 14:00:18 GMT

Just because someone says something that sounds like they must know what they are talking about does not mean that they actually know what they are talking about. So Ask for the evidence.

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Episode 118 - In this World, not of It

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:17:09 GMT

To be in this world and not of it sounds great, is Biblical, and is a popular saying in the Christian Church. What does it mean? How do we miss the mark here?

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Episode 117 - Are You Grateful?

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 13:08:22 GMT

Simple concept often forgotten in the hustle of life. Take a moment today to take stock of your attitude. Is it one of gratitude?

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Episode 116 - HMU - Making the Argument, "Is Christianity Reasonable?"

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 13:00:51 GMT

This is a MUST listen referral. The team at Making the Argument do a phenomenal job with this one, I just had to share it.

Is Christianity Reasonable?

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Episode 115 - Your Life Matters

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 13:00:35 GMT

Don't let the world convince you of who you should be!

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Episode 114 - So You're Thinking About Starting Your Own Business?

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 13:00:15 GMT

Failure isn't final, only quitting is final.

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Episode 113 - Let's Talk About Sex

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 13:00:44 GMT

Yes. Yes you should. Here are some of the articles I referenced in the episode.

7 Things the Bible Says About Sex

According to 2022 statistics, 70% of people think Sex before Marriage is morally acceptable.

Over half of US teens have had intercourse before they turn 18

Planned Parenthood Article - "What's the Normal Age to Have Sex?"

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Episode 112 - State of the Union

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 14:15:56 GMT

Not doing a massive deep dive here but rather calling to light how we can use these moments as opportunities to be in this world, not of it.

State of the Union Transcript

State of the Union Recording

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Episode 111 - An Ode to the Work-a-haulics

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 13:40:29 GMT

Be intentional, know your priorities, put the things that matter in your calendar, stick to it!

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Episode 110 - Try Saying Hello

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 13:49:42 GMT

Starts with a hello!

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Episode 109 - Christian Nationalism

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:02:06 GMT

Are you a Christian Nationalist? Do you know what the world means when it asks? Lets talk about it.

Here are some of the links I reference in today's show.

John Macarthur's thoughts on Christian Nationalism

The NY Times Article that isn't terrible (it's not perfect, but I do quote from it)

an NPR article that takes things out of context (just to show some variety)

a three year old article from Christianity Today that does a good job of differing Patriotism from Nationalism but still will make you cringe at certain points

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Episode 108 - Where are we going again?

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 14:00:11 GMT

Where's the show going? Good Question.

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Episode 107 - Little Moments

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 14:00:13 GMT

Rush around all you want to, life can be busy. Don't forget to pause and be present though. You can be in the room and not really be present...

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Episode 106 - HMU - Did Jesus Really Exist?

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 14:00:24 GMT

Here is the article I reference in today's episode!

https://biblearchaeologyreport.com/2022/11/18/top-ten-historical-references-to-jesus-outside-of-the-bible/

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Episode 105 - Your God Might Be Too Small

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 14:00:06 GMT

If you believe God is all powerful then you can also believe that God can change your community, state, country, and beyond. The stubborn friend you have, his heart could be softened. Perhaps your perspective on life is just too small.

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Episode 104 - Insanity of Sacrifice Day 30-60 Recap

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 14:59:03 GMT

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Episode 103 - They're After Your Kids

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 14:16:40 GMT

I teased video in the beginning of this episode - it was a good test and video is coming. Just not quite there yet.

As for the episode itself, the first half recaps some of my experience heading to an Initiative 2081 hearing while the second half I talk about why this matters and why you should get involved if you haven't already in your local political system.

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Episode 102 - If the World Hates You, You Might be Doing Something Right!

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 14:00:35 GMT

Sometimes we esteem our reputation more than we realize and often to our detriment. If every decision you ever make is one that the majority of people in the world would approve of, or perhaps majority of people in YOUR world would approve of, you may be playing it too safe. Just some food for thought...

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Episode 101 - Protect the Kids - WA State Initiative 2081

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 14:37:52 GMT

Initiative 2081 protects parents rights to their children and prevents secrecy in the school system. Below are links and descriptions highlighting what they are from todays episode. Share the show!

Testify in Favor of I-2081 Here Click the Agenda Item, you'll see your options populate. You can have your position noted for public record with just a few clicks and some basic information.

I-2081 - Click here for the Initiative itself

Here is an article summarizing some of the opposition points to I-2081 from Vivian Mccall at The Stranger

I reference SB5599, click here to view it or click here to see the history of it

I reference SB5462 - click here to see the status of it as it makes its way through the house.

Click here to Oppose SB5462

Here is an article painting a picture of what SB5462 does and why they want to pass it

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Episode 100 - Start Your Day with Jesus

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 14:04:01 GMT

A morning routine centered around Jesus is the best way to start your day, from personal experience I can attest to the fact it will impact the rest of your day. Here's a short list of tips.

The best morning starts the night before, get to bed at a decent time. Minimize your screen exposure in the hours before bed.
Set multiple alarms if you have to, don't put these alarms so close that it's easy for you to hit snooze. Make it difficult to deviate from your morning plan.
Let certain things become ritualistic to your morning routine. For me it looks like this, alarm 1 off, alarm 2 (different location in home) off, brush teeth, hydrate (min 24oz water), get hot cup of coffee, head to location I already set up the night before for my time with the Lord.
Ditch the phone. Remove distractions from this time and space.
Don't compare your morning routine and amount of time with Jesus to anyone. Quality is better than quantity. Time is something you can add as you build this habit.

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Episode 099 - You Are Now Entering the Mission Field

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 15:05:19 GMT

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Episode 098 - Help My Unbelief - Immaculate Conception

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 14:00:04 GMT

But did it really happen?

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Episode 097 - Four Pillars to Organize Your Life

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 14:07:34 GMT

Spiritual, Mental, Physical, Emotional. Four Pillars to find your way to present living, each and every day. Intentionality is a choice.

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Episode 096 - Dead to Sin, Alive in Christ

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 14:13:38 GMT

Quit identifying with your sin, past life, shame, and guilt. Recognize where you've been, know where you're going.

Romans 6:1-12

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Episode 095 - Single Minded vs. Worldly Distraction

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 14:09:59 GMT

The world is vying for your attention in EVERYTHING! How can you follow Jesus if He isn't your focus?

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Episode 094 - Suit and Tie for Church?

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 14:00:30 GMT

It used to be about our 'Sunday Best' for church, then we wanted to make things more casual and inviting, now we show up wearing sweat pants and dare I say it...crocs. In this short episode, I call to light a couple of perspectives that you may or may not have heard. Ultimately, we just need to take responsibility for our posture before the Lord and recognize our attitude says a lot about our relationship with Him.

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Episode 093 - Abstaining from Alcohol

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 14:55:51 GMT

There are plenty of things in life that sneak up on us as crutches and dependencies. You may not need it to survive, but you may depend on it for other reasons. This is not an episode to convince you to stop doing something, just to be thoughtful in why you might do it. Beyond that, this is simply my story. A conversation starter if you will.

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Episode 092 - Help My Unbelief - How Do I Know the Bible is True?

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 14:42:10 GMT

In this new format, "Help My Unbelief," we will spend 8-10 minutes blasting through a topic pertaining to some of the areas that believers and non-believers alike can struggle with. These are intended to be conversation starters, food for thought, and research/study initiating conversations and will not be exhaustive of said topics due to the desire to keep them within a 10 minute time frame.

Episode 092 references an article that I actually read a bit from, this is a great place to start.

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Episode 091 - Manifest Your Future, how to Speak what you want into Existence...

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 14:00:07 GMT

Full transparency, the title makes me uncomfortable. Catchy for some, repulsive for others. This might become a larger episode in the future, it likely most certainly will. If there is something that can make a practical task such as setting goals perverse it's this idea that you can "speak something into existince," as though you're God. Give me a break...

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Episode 090 - Insanity of Sacrifice First 30 Day Recap

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 14:57:26 GMT

Here's a quick recap on the first 30 days of devotionals from the Insanity of Sacrifice daily devotional we are working through. You can join in anytime!

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Episode 089 - Love is in the air with Special Guest Steve Blair

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 14:00:34 GMT

Covering a range of things on the topic of marriage from personal commentary to the significance and importance of marriage today!

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Episode 088 - Just Press Record

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 14:32:39 GMT

In this episode I recap a little of the journey to get here, not because it's anywhere spectacular but rather I didn't know what to expect when I first pressed record nor did I know what would become of my personal vision for this show. All this to say, obedience isn't about a big grand gesture of doing something crazy. Obedience to His Word, what He is calling you to do is about saying yes then acting on it in the smallest of ways trusting in God for the next steps. Having a plan is great, working your plan is Biblical. Obedience to anything other than our own fleshly desires, impulses, and urges takes effort. So a life lived for His Kingdom takes effort.

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Episode 087 - Part 2 - A Conversation with My Dad

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 14:00:39 GMT

Continuing the conversation with Steve Blair, a.k.a Dad for me. Talking more about life, growing in faith, and learning what it means to be in this world and not of it. Neither of us would claim to have it all figured out, perhaps that is why it is such a valuable conversation to listen to.

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Episode 086 - Case of Mistaken Identity

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 14:26:55 GMT

The world will do whatever it can to dismantle and reimagine what it means to be a man. If you listen, you'll end up with a case of mistaken identity...perhaps an identity crisis altogether.

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Episode 085 - Part 1 - A Conversation with My Dad

Sat, 06 Jan 2024 23:57:20 GMT

A massive honor for me, getting to spend some time with my Dad talking about his life and journey. This is part 1 of a conversation that I am sure will add a ton of value to your life. Join me in getting to know a man that has had a significant impact on my life and in some ways you could say is much of the reason why this podcast exists in the first place.

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Episode 084 - Jerk the Wheel, get out of the Rut

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 14:13:44 GMT

In this episode I cover a program I did in 2022 called 75 Hard. I make the disclaimer in the episode and I am making it here as well. I am not telling you to do 75 Hard nor am I telling you that ALL of the content you are going to find there is useful and helpful for you in your walk with Jesus. In fact, as with ANYONE, you should use your judgement and filter. I shared what I did to be transparent. I have a recommended program below, one that I learned about after doing 75 Hard from some Christian brothers I met along the way.

Here's what I did - 75 Hard - created by Andy Frisella. Andy is an accomplished entrepreneur who has tons of great content in the leadership, personal accountability, business, and freedom space. He is not a follower of Jesus but does uphold a belief in God/"higher power"/Universe. I share this simply as a word of caution as picking and choosing from content and authors can lead to a straying from the TRUTH.

Here's what I recommend if you need a program to follow Exodus 90

Ultimately, you might just need to shake things up. Do it. Personally, I'm not done. You don't do a program then stop. If that's you, you've picked the wrong program's or gone about it from the wrong perspective. You do a program to change. To grow, To develop the habits you need in your life.

Those habits, will be impacted by your purpose, your why behind doing what you're doing.

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Episode 083 - Say Then Do

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 14:32:14 GMT

When you say you're going to do something, you need to follow through. While not necessarily a blanket statement that must be true in all aspects when it comes to your goals and stated ambitions you need to follow through. How? Accountability, Perspective, and a willingness to keep going even when it gets tough.

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Episode 082 - Stop having kids

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:00:14 GMT

Dark topic and one I would rather not discuss but nevertheless one worth educating yourself on. Save the world by not having kids...

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Episode 081 - Ashamed of the Gospel

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 14:17:51 GMT

How quickly do we deviate from being unashamed of the Gospel to our comfort zones of safety and security? Hopefully not often. But lets face it, it is far easier to go about your day and let person by person go by without so much as even saying "Hi." We should be the light in the world, what does that look like?

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Episode 080 - More than Enough

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 14:00:59 GMT

When we find ourselves in a world where Jesus is no longer enough, let alone more than enough we have to ask ourselves what is. What is there that satisfies? When you look at the world are you looking at it through the lens of Jesus or are you looking at Jesus through the lens of the world?

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Episode 079 - Are you entertained by Christianity?

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 14:00:35 GMT

It can be easy to get absorbed into the world of entertainment and media. Even our faith can sometimes take a back seat to unknowingly. More critical though, would be the ease at which we can trade our relationship with God for a good podcast, youtube channel, or even our pastor's thoughts on Sunday Morning.

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Episode 078 - Abortion is NOT a Reproductive Right

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 14:48:05 GMT

Quick Disclaimer: Potentially not an episode for little ears, pending how little. The topic of Abortion brings up some weighty discussion points.

Some of the things discussed in todays episode are as follows:

Women's Reproductive rights - the lie we've bought

Sexual Freedom

Common arguments for Abortion include rape and incest

What about the viability of life?

So what is the solution?

If you want to learn more about Crisis Pregnancy Centers here is a great site I found.

https://lozierinstitute.org/fact-sheet-pregnancy-help-centers-serving-women-and-saving-lives/

If you want to read the article I reference from Planned Parenthood click here. This article is written to paint CPC's as bad.

https://www.plannedparenthood.org/blog/what-are-crisis-pregnancy-centers

Here's a culmination of some statistics between CDC and Guttmacher's.

https://parentingmode.com/abortion/

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Episode 077 - Voting Flop

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 23:11:02 GMT

We talk about wanting to see change in our local communities but when the time comes to care we choose not to. School Districts, City Counsel Positions, Mayors... all were on the ballot and we averaged a total of 37% for all of King County for turnout. Some cities had less than 25% voter turnout. If nothing changes...nothing changes.

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Episode 076 - Strong Men, You're needed

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 14:00:33 GMT

Be encouraged, you're not alone.

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Episode 075 - Vote

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 14:00:22 GMT

It's your responsibility

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Episode 074 - Realer than Real Part 2

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 08:19:43 GMT

Oh it continues!

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Episode 073 - Realer than Real

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 13:42:18 GMT

When has Jesus been realer than real in your life?

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Episode 072 - Israel Conflict

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:00:06 GMT

Should you pay attention? Yes.

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Episode 071 - New Beginnings

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 13:24:26 GMT

We're back for real this time

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070 - Capacity

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 13:01:41 GMT

Whether we consciously do it or not is another story but so often our plate is overloaded...why? Is it representative of where your heart is? Where your foundation is? Join the conversation today.

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069 - THE REBOOT

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 13:00:56 GMT

aaaand... we are back! Also on Youtube!

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068 - Church Shopping

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 15:13:24 GMT

A phrase that completely lends itself to the idea of consumerism in the Church...that being said...it is in important thing to be intentional about. The questions abound, one of which - do you even deserve to be shopping in the first place? Listen to find out what that means.

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067 - To Podcast, or Not to Podcast

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 14:00:48 GMT

Tons of fun recording this episode! If you are considering podcasting, give it a listen. I wish I had this when I started.

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066 - Don't Leave Jesus in the Manger

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 14:54:19 GMT

It's tempting to live life for the world and just check in with Jesus a couple times of year. Don't. Jesus doesn't leave you, why do you leave him?

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065 - New Year, Again

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 14:30:05 GMT

In this brief first episode of 2023 you'll come away with a couple thought provoking questions and some encouragement as you set out to conquer your year, Courageously Leading, Always Yearning.

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064 - People Will Surprise You

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 15:05:14 GMT

People will surprise you one way or another. We're all fallen, we're not perfect. What you do, how you respond...says a lot about you.

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063 - American Dream, or Nightmare?

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 14:25:03 GMT

We have been sold a message, what is it? What does the way you live say about who you believe in?

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062 - Motivation vs. Discipline

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 14:47:33 GMT

Motivation is an entire industry sold to us for clicks, views, and subscriptions. You probably don't need more motivation in your life, you probably just lack discipline.

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061 - It's not too late, until it is.

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 13:00:19 GMT

Don't wait around forever.

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060 - Establish Your Values

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 13:00:17 GMT

Don't get tossed to and fro...

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Destined for Mediocrity

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 13:00:35 GMT

Talk about scapegoats. Sheesh...like we need one more excuse to not take ownership in our life.

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Trans everything...

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 13:04:12 GMT

Check out this link for some statistics!

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32345113/

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057 - Calling

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 14:29:58 GMT

Life can feel confusing sometimes...

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056 - Iron sharpens Iron

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:00:25 GMT

Iron sitting next to iron doesn't sharpen...think about it.

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055 - A little transparency

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 13:00:16 GMT

Sometimes...you just have to take that first step!

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054 - No Plan B (A Sermon from Acts)

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 13:00:39 GMT

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053 - Personal Responsibility

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 11:30:23 GMT

You've been having the conversation with yourself... or have you? Perhaps its time to grab a few minutes, make some decisions, and start doing something about it.

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052 - Marriage is easy...lol jk

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 13:00:44 GMT

No rush to get married

Yes it is a good idea

Yes it is worth it

No I'm not an expert

I don't think I ever will be and won't claim to be

What I will do is share where I've been, what I've learned, and where I hope to go

Happy Anniversary to my incredible wife!

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051 - The Likely Entourage, a Sermon on Acts 21:15-26

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 13:22:57 GMT

Culture differences are not by default reasons to divide and at the same time worldly culture is not a reason to unify. Jesus, Jesus is our reason to find unity.

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050 - Self-help Yourself

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 13:04:10 GMT

Self Help. Self Improvement. Self Growth. Personal Growth. All words, phrases, that seem good. So what's wrong? What's the bid deal?

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049 - Mental Health or Excuse?

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 13:00:48 GMT

Mental health issues are real, the exist, but they don't need to be your identity.

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048 - Porn

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 13:00:50 GMT

Get accountability
Treat it like a battle
Don't succumb to the shame, know that shame is a tool to keep you in the dark.

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047 - I Contemplated Suicide

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 13:00:32 GMT

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046 - Approval of Who?

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 13:00:07 GMT

Galatians 1:10

Matthew 6:24

Who are you living for?

Whose approval matters?

Serving two masters...can't be done!

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045 - Imposter

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 13:00:14 GMT

Ever feel like an imposter? Yeah, welcome to the club.

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044 - You have what it takes!

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 13:00:33 GMT

I don't know who told you that you aren't worth the call God has over your life as a MAN, but they lied to you.

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043 - Listen to your feelings?

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:00:38 GMT

Listen to your feelings, advice pumped out of every nook and cranny of the world. Advice that stinks.

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042 - You're Weak.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 13:00:14 GMT

Know your weakness
Get a plan to work on your weakness
Solicit feedback
Know your weakness

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041 - 3 Lessons from My Dad

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 13:00:56 GMT

3 Lessons from my Dad:

Don't take things too seriously
Don't fear "I don't know"
Figure it Out

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040 - Mom, Dad... We need to talk

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 13:00:45 GMT

These are crucial conversations. Getting them right is only half the battle. What you do after the fact...that's where the battle really just begins.

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039 - Love is Love

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 13:00:52 GMT

Love is love...a phrase thrown around today as easy as an "lol" or "jk." What even is love? Do we know?

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038 - Three's a Crowd

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 13:00:27 GMT

Are you willing to talk about it? Do you know how? What resources do you have? What's your plan?

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037 - Denying Jesus

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 13:00:28 GMT

A difficult question to answer honestly, but one we must be willing to answer. Does the way I live deny the very savior I claim to believe in?

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036 - How many letters now?

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 20:58:30 GMT

Lets just keep adding letters until everyone feels part of the most confused but most inclusive movement out there... OR...we could start speaking truth.

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035 - You Flatlined...now what?

Mon, 30 May 2022 21:15:40 GMT

You don't know what moment is going to be your last. How do you want to finish? What does it mean to you to finish well?

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034 - Dude...that's so gay

Wed, 25 May 2022 13:00:07 GMT

Beginning of a short series regarding sexual immorality. How do we discuss this? How do we deal with it? How do we respond? How do we think about it?

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033 - Accidentally Living

Mon, 23 May 2022 13:00:47 GMT

Don't get paralyzed waiting on your "purpose" to magically clarify in your life.

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032 - Men Are a Joke

Wed, 18 May 2022 13:00:36 GMT

Humor has its place in any public speaking environment. It also bears consequences.

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031 - Lover's of the Church

Mon, 16 May 2022 13:00:58 GMT

Its easy to put the "American Church" down, too easy. While criticism is deserved, action is required. If you find yourself feeling negative toward the Church, check your heart. Pay attention to the feeling and take action. Men. Take. Action.

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030 - Non Christian Friends

Wed, 11 May 2022 13:30:35 GMT

Yes. Yes you should. Do you? Do you really?

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029 - Disciple Making Disciples

Mon, 09 May 2022 13:30:30 GMT

How's the mission looking in your life?

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028 - Roe v. What does it matter?

Sat, 07 May 2022 21:19:12 GMT

Quick! Drop what your doing and spend endless time in the main stream media getting locked in on EXACTLY what they want you to lock in on. More eyes...more money. Distraction station...here we come!

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027 - What're you reading?

Tue, 03 May 2022 20:00:00 GMT

If you don't have a consistent habit of opening up God's Word and getting into it...start there.

If you are looking for some recommendations on additional books to read outside of your time with God here's a short list of some of our favorites here at CLAY.

1. The Insanity of God, Nik Ripken
2. Wild at Heart, John Eldridge
3. Something Needs to Change, David Platt
4. Don't Waste Your Life, John Piper
5. God's Smuggler, Brother Andrew

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026 - Now What?

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Easter has come and gone yet again...now what? Stop talking about Jesus until the next convenient holiday right?

Are you living out your faith or keeping it locked away?

Courageously Leading, Always Yearning will lead to living out your faith on a daily basis. Who do you want to be? The Man who was bold enough to get uncomfortable, or the man who chose his comforts over saving a life.

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025 - The Last Mile

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 13:00:00 GMT

The last mile is the loneliest in any race, what about when we face loneliness as men? What should we do? If you feel alone it is a red flag moment for you to consider why and determine your path for where you will run. If left unchecked, you may find yourself quite a ways off course.

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024 - Vote with your $$$

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Every penny you spend is a vote for something...what are you voting for? Have you stopped to think about it? Money reveals character, whether you have a lot of it or a little of it. It is on us to THINK about where each Dollar goes.

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023 - Leave your Jar!

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 23:00:00 GMT

The woman at the well knew what to do...she left her Jar! Join me in wrestling with the things we deem so important, that we may learn to see what God sees as important. Abiding in Him.

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022 - Heaven on Earth

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 14:00:00 GMT

While the world is trying to create Heaven on earth without God? Why don't we be the men God has called us to be, pointing the way to a life with God, an eternal one.

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021 - To Live is Christ... or is it?

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 20:00:00 GMT

When you read Philippians 1:21 what do you think? Would you die for your Faith? How about live for it...?

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020 - Pressing In and Pressing On

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Another Sermon to share, continuing in the book of Acts as we look to God's Word for wisdom and direction on being the Church. How do we work through disagreements? How do we wrestle with the things of this world? How do we contend for truth when truth is no longer popular but rather feelings and emotions dictate much?

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019 - Consistency

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 20:00:00 GMT

You are consistently doing many things in your life...and consistently not doing them as well. As you surround yourself with Men pushing you on, sharpening you as iron sharpens iron...use one another to bring about accountability in areas you need to be more consistent in.

What you intend to do and what you actually do reveal much about who you are.

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018 - Awe and Wonder

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 15:00:00 GMT

How much time do you spend in Awe and Wonder of God? The Creator of the universe! Prayer can become a thing that we do to check a box... lets take a look at how Jesus taught the disciples to pray and learn a lesson or two. Also, check out Revelation 4 before you pray next!

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017 - Hey, did you hear...?

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 14:00:00 GMT

So many opportunities to have great conversations with people start with "Hey! Did you hear about?" Sometimes exciting topics like 'so and so is having a baby!' Often times, the topics of conversation stem from the latest newscast, social media post, or otherwise hyped up topic.

How can we use this better as Christian Men?

Thanks for plugging in!

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016 - Busy, Busy, Busy...

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 14:00:00 GMT

We are all guilty of this one!
"Hey how're you doing?"
"Oh pretty good, you know...busy, you?"
"Yeah, busy"

Stop it. In todays episode we highlight the significance of "busy" in our culture and shift our attention elsewhere. Most of us are only busy because we are distracted.

Share the show! If you got some value today, share it!

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015 - We Are the Church

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Todays episode is a little different. I had the honor of preaching at a local church here, the one my youth pastor growing up currently leads. To be connected to someone I learned so much from over the years is a blessing in and of itself. It was truly an honor to serve in this way. I hope you get some value out of this message, if you do make sure to share it!

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014 - Masked vs. Unmasked

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 14:00:00 GMT

It would be a little late to the game for a debate on masks in Church...maybe. This episode is meant to start conversation that you may have missed out on in the last couple years. For some, you will be surprised to know we are still dealing with mask mandates here in the PNW in February 2022. For others, you haven't thought about it and think you don't care. The goal here is to have productive conversations as we move forward, as opposed to this side vs. that side pointless argument rooted in emotion.

All decisions have consequences, what are the consequences of some of the decisions we have made in the last two years?

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013 - Health, Wealth, Prosperity

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 14:00:00 GMT

You might have just shuddered a bit reading that title...perhaps you looked at the title and said what's wrong with that? Good question. As with many things in life, there are two sides to this coin. Lets take a look at these two sides and what they mean for us as MEN.

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012 - I Don't Care

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Have you ever gone up to someone you felt was a close confidant and told them something you wanted to do, aspire to, or be and their response was less than encouraging? Perhaps they left you feeling full of doubt? In most cases, someone doubting you is more a sign of how they think than it is what they think about you. That being said, it may also be a reflection of the company you keep if you feel that everyone around you is always doubting you, or you have a track record of not following through.

No matter the circumstance, we have to be wise in who we keep counsel with, aware of our association, and most importantly always yearning for more Jesus. The source of life is a good place to start when you need perspective.

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011 - Accountability

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 14:00:00 GMT

A word thrown around in men's groups everywhere, often in the form of accountability partners to help with that pesky sin. In this episode we talk practically about accountability and I share some of the ways I personally implement the concept in my own life.

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010 - Unbelief

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 22:00:00 GMT

At some point you will wrestle with doubt... whether you care to admit it or not. Can you be better prepared to face doubts and unbelief? Absolutely. Develop a game plan ahead of time. Make sure part of that plan is to face your unbelief head on. Wrestle. Contend for the Faith.

You aren't alone, you can't forget that. We NEED community, so be part of the community.

Remember...Courageously Lead, Always Yearn.

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009 - Get Uncomfortable in Conversations

Sat, 05 Feb 2022 15:00:00 GMT

We need to be willing, as men, to have uncomfortable conversation. More than that, we need to be willing to be uncomfortable.

As we seek to be Courageous Leaders, Always Yearning for more Jesus we should expect opportunities to have uncomfortable conversations regularly. If you're not having conversations with others that force you to think, to speak truth, then you're passively going through life and likely unengaged from the world around you.

We are to be in the world, not of it.

Lets get uncomfortable, shall we?

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008 - Progressive Christianity

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Is it really progressive? What does this even mean? THAT is a great conversation for you to have! Today we talk about a gameplan, a strategy in the face of growing trends like "progressivism." Something that often has the effects of regression.

1. Engage
2. Pray
3. Hope

Remember, Courageously Lead - Always Yearn

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007 - URGENT Message

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:00:00 GMT

The Gospel is an Urgent Message! Whether you and I live like it is a completely different story altogether. Today we break down the importance of the Gospel message and what it looks like to live like it.

Also to note, the only way this show grows is if you share it. So Share the show if you find value, if something sticks out to you, if you resonate with this message then share the show.

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006 - Death to Excuses

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 07:00:00 GMT

You've made them, we all have. Excuses. And the odd thing about excuses is the more you make them the easier it is to continue making and finding excuses for not doing what you need to do. In episode six we talk about killing your excuses, putting them to death. There is no easy buttons in life, we know this to be true but it's awfully tempting to look for them isn't it? Jesus taught us in Matthew 5:37 to let our yes's be yes and our no's be no. To follow through on what we say we are going to do. Let's do that, together.

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005 - Are you a PC Christian?

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Imagine a life of never stepping outside your comfort zone and engaging with the world in the spiritual battle taking place. Imagine never causing a ripple. Never standing up for or firm in your Faith. How boring an existence! How true for many of us men though. You may be thinking right now about a moment in time where you had the choice to speak for Jesus and chose instead to keep silent. First things first, you're not alone. Secondly, you were probably not prepared. Thirdly, confess and move on. Lets get prepared as men, step into the battle field together, and cause some ripples. Make waves for Jesus. Do something. The longer you do nothing the easier it becomes.

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004 - Laziness, a Virtue of the World

Sat, 08 Jan 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Laziness, the Bible has ample verses on laziness. Just type Laziness Verses into your search engine and you will be amazed at how many incredible verses there are to feed you. The question of course, are you ready for a meal of solid food or still on the spiritual milk? The world would tell us to work hard in some areas, to kick back in others. The point of work ethic in your job is not so you can be lazy outside of it. Laziness will creep throughout your life and you will not conquer it without accountability. Who're you stepping into the battlefield with? Time to get honest with ourselves men.

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003 - Stop Doing List

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 20:00:00 GMT

Welcome to 2022 where everyone and their brother are making New Years Resolutions, setting goals, and promising themselves and others all the changes they are going to make. These things are good and have their place but when it comes down to it, it's easy to get lost in the goal setting. In reality, many of us have no business adding to our plate when we have plenty of things we need to stop doing first. With some goals and resolutions, stopping is where we need to begin. Hopefully this episode helps you as you step into 2022.

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002 - Battle Together

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 04:00:00 GMT

We've all had them before and hopefully you do now. Accountability partners are something tossed around in men's groups all over the place. "Hey man, would you mind holding me accountable?" "Sure bro, totally."

When someone invites you to be an accountability partner in your life what they are really asking is "Will you go into battle with me?" They may not understand the gravity of the ask.

In todays episode we cover three things to consider when considering Accountability Partners.
1. Remember, you are accountable to God first.
2. Going into Battle with Someone is a BIG DEAL.
3. There is strength in numbers.
and there may be a bonus #4!

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Courageously Leading Always Yearning

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001 - Welcome to CLAY

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Welcome to CLAY! I am glad you're here. CLAY stands for Courageously Leading Always Yearning, if that sounds like you Welcome. If that is who you want to be, Welcome. We are all on a journey, working to better ourselves. The beautiful thing is we are clay. In Isaiah chapter 64 verse 8 we read "But now, O LORD, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand." (ESV)

In this episode, I briefly talk about what CLAY is and why it has come to be. Future episodes will contain conversations surrounding specific topics, interviews, and co-hosted conversations as well.

Welcome!

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