In this short New Years episode we discuss what is in store for the podcast coming into 2026 and our hope for the podcast. We close out the episode unpacking "New Years Resolutions" beneficial or setting yourself up for failure.

"Come now, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go into such and such a town and spend a year there and trade and make a profit”-- yet you do not know what tomorrow will bring. What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes. Instead you ought to say, “If the Lord wills, we will live and do this or that.” - James 3:13-15

In This Episode:

• Reflecting on the new year and the direction of the podcast
• Why intention matters more than New Year’s resolutions
• Setting goals without rigid timelines
• The danger of delaying change for the “right moment”
• Discipline, consistency, and realistic expectations
• Why most resolutions fail and how to think differently
• Incremental growth vs. all or nothing thinking
• Faith, humility, and acknowledging what’s out of our control
• Living honestly in everyday environments, not just on Sundays
• The value of unpolished, real conversations
• Creating impact through consistency, not perfection
• Why growth happens through action, not intention alone

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In this episode we explore what has happened to the household. This country was build on productive households that stewarded their resources well, passing not just wealth, but knowledge down generations. We have walked from that into self-centered households focusing on individualism instead of community. Culture is failing around us but there is hope. We can save this failing system by rebuilding strong productive households that enable the family to flourish.

"Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord." - Ephesians 6:4

This Episode:

• What the household used to look like across generations
• Why multigenerational living was once normal
• How independence changed family structure
• The difference between healthy boundaries and abandonment
• Aging parents and shared family responsibility
• Why convenience often weakens families over time
• The cost of outsourcing family care to institutions
• How individualism reshaped expectations of family
• Why strong families require sacrifice, not comfort
• The household as a unit, not just individuals
• What happens when generations stop supporting one another
• Rebuilding responsibility inside the modern family
• How households shape culture, values, and stability
• Why strong families lead to stronger communities

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What is this whole TOXIC MASCULINITY thing really about?

In this episode we sit down to talk about masculinity, responsibility, and what being a man actually looks like in everyday life. We talk through the growing confusion around masculinity in modern culture, and the rise of shallow toxic versions of manhood.

Scripture Verse:

“He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” - Micah 6:8

In This Episode:

• Why modern masculinity often misses the point
• The difference between being capable and being mature
• Strength, discipline, and money — and why motivation matters
• Why “toxic masculinity” is often a distortion, not the whole picture
• Masculine qualities and how they should be used in service of others
• Why not every man fits the same physical or cultural mold
• Leadership through responsibility, not control
• What sacrificial service looks like inside the home
• Marriage, fatherhood, and emotional leadership
• Why integrity and character matter more than image
• Fighting the “dragons” of life — and still serving at home
• The difference between boyhood priorities and manhood responsibility
• Why fulfillment can’t be found in status, money, or self-worship
• Building a life, family, and mission centered on something bigger than yourself

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In this episode we break down our thoughts and opinions on the modern day church. Diving into the changes we have observed in church practices and culture through out history and even today. Asking honest questions to hopefully drive the conversation away from criticism and into helpful dialog that builds the church as Christ calls us to do. As christian men we have the responsibility and duty to steward and build culture toward truth, away from the lies of this current time. We hope that this episode can be a start to doing just that! Is church a business, should it be, what are your thoughts?

Bible Verse:

“Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness.” - James 3:1

In This Episode:

• How church culture has shifted over time — and why many people feel disconnected
• The rise of entertainment-driven worship and its impact on discipleship
• Megachurch growth models, money, and accountability
• Whether churches are forming disciples or simply filling seats
• The role of family and children in the life of the church
• Children’s church, age segregation, and convenience vs. formation
• Why community cannot be outsourced to institutions
• The responsibility of households vs. the responsibility of the church
• How church structure shapes behavior, priorities, and belief
• What healthy church community should actually look like
• Why asking hard questions doesn’t mean attacking the church

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In episode 12 we dive into the big guy "SANTA". Is it just simple family fun or a lie that can actually be harmful to our young as they grow and learn!

Scripture:

"Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel." - Isaiah 7:14

In This Episode:

• Why Santa is more than “just a harmless tradition”
• The difference between imagination, fantasy, and deception
• How kids process truth, trust, and authority
• The long-term impact of Christmas narratives on children
• Parenting with honesty while still preserving joy and wonder
• Santa, consumerism, and the commercialization of Christmas
• Appreciating the historical Saint Nicholas vs. modern Santa
• Teaching kids gratitude, sacrifice, and where gifts truly come from
• How family traditions shape values for generations
• Keeping Christmas centered on what actually matters

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In episode 11 we dive into family, marriage, and what it truly means to build a healthy thriving household. We discuss dealing with extended family tension, navigating deep family scars, nurturing your own marriage and what it truly means to lead and protect your own household.

Scripture Verse: "Blessed is everyone who fears the Lord, who walks in his ways! 2. You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands; you shall be blessed, and it shall be well with you. 3. Your wife will be like a fruitful vine within your house; your children will be like olive shoots around your table." - Psalms 128: 1-3

In This Episode:

• Why strong families require intentional effort, not convenience
• How to build a household culture where people want to stay connected
• Navigating broken or distant family relationships with grace and honesty
• Why communication and calling out hurtful patterns matters
• When it’s necessary to create distance to protect your marriage and children
• The husband’s role: protecting the home and strengthening his wife
• The wife’s role: creating a place of spiritual and emotional rest for her husband
• Why forgiveness, repentance, and humility repair generational wounds
• How to build the family you want, regardless of the one you came from

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In Episode 10 we bring back TJ (Drew’s brother-in-law) to talk fitness and training. We break down how we train and what training truly looks like for men in today’s world. We are firm believers that our training is not for vanity, but serves an essential purpose in every man’s life. As men, we are called to be protectors and leaders in our families and communities. That calling carries a responsibility not only to honor the body the Lord has given us, but to build it in a way that serves the people we are tasked with caring for.

Bible Verse:

“I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”

– Romans 12:1-2

In This Episode:

• Why Christian men should pursue physical strength
• The connection between fitness and protecting your family
• How weakness affects your ability to serve others
• Training as stewardship: honoring the body God gave you
• Why law enforcement, blue-collar work & fatherhood require strength
• Balancing discipline, health, and family life
• How to build consistency when life is busy
• Why “no time” is often just misplaced priorities
• The dangers of relying on gear (taser/gun) instead of capability

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In this episode we dive deep on how we should be addressing conflicts in our lives, relationships or even within ourselves. As men we are called to not run from conflict but embrace it with courage, handling it in a way that glorifies God. We explore the fine line between humidity and firmness, the reality of violence in some scenarios and how to confront issues with clarity, discipline all the while acting out of love.

We are joined by TJ who currently works in Law Enforcement to get a fresh perspective on things he has experiences and had to deal with first hand while working the street.

Bible Verse:

43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, - Matthew 5:43-44

Topics We Cover:

• The tension between humility and strength in conflict
• When physical force becomes an act of love
• How pride poisons conflict before it starts
• Handling internal battles and mental conflict
• Lessons from law enforcement: de-escalation, empathy, and duty
• Training your heart before training your hands
• Protecting the innocent and knowing when to act
• Loving enemies in a way that still upholds truth
• The role of biblical community in navigating conflict

Chapters Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro

00:30 – Scripture: Matthew 5 and loving your enemies

02:00 – Introducing TJ 05:00 – Conflict in law enforcement vs daily life

10:15 – Humility, pride, and the “tough guy” mindset

17:00 – When force becomes necessary

25:45 – Protecting the innocent

32:00 – Conflict with coworkers and communication

40:15 – Internal conflict and mental battles

47:00 – Training your heart before your hands

55:00 – Loving your enemy in real life

1:07:00 – Final thoughts & takeaways

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