Rick "Rudy" Ezell talks about his faith journey and following the evidence as he moved from the Mormon church, to becoming a Jehovah's witnesses, stepping away, and finding what he was searching for. The past is never a waste, it becomes a way God uses to connect with others. Book Recommendations: Irresistible by Andy Stanley Podcast Episodes Referenced: Men's Alliance Podcast Ambassador Training 2: What do Christian's Believe? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
We're called to be Ambassador's for Christ (2 Cor 5:20) but how can we do that well if we don't know how to respond to the most common objections that the world has? In Round #1 of Ambassador Training, we'll look at each of the following objections to Christianity: Relativism - "There is no such thing as absolute truth. You have yours and I have mine." Pluralism - "All paths lead to God, there is more than one correct way." Scientism - "Only science yields truth; religion is merely a matter of opinion." Sources: https://coldcasechristianity.com/writings/are-young-people-really-leaving-christianity/ McGrath, Alister. (2012). Mere Apologetics: How to help seekers & skeptic find faith. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Publishing Group. Lewis, C.S. (2001). Mere Christianity. New York, New York: HarperCollins Publishers. Moreland, J.P. (2018). Scientism and Secularism: Learning how to respond to a dangerous ideology. Wheaton, Illinois: Crossway. Geisler, Norman & Turek, Frank. (2004). I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist. Wheaton, Illinois: Crossway. Koukl, Gregory. (2019). Tactics: 10th Anniversary Edition. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Zondervan. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Listen to full episodeMen's Alliance needs your help and support to grow. This past year with God's blessing we went from 6 tribes to 27. We have grown so quickly that we now have regional leaders that mentor and support tribes. Also in this episode the results of the 1st Men's Alliance survey are in, and they show the power of kingdom impact. 85% Report an increase in church involvement 95% Report and increase in male friendships, and more than 30% report a radical increase 97% Say that Men's Alliance improved their marriage 98% Say that Men's Alliance made them better fathers 97% Say that Men's Alliance improved their physical health 99% Credit Men's Alliance with improving their spiritual health Be a part of spreading and supporting Men's Alliance www.mensalliancetribe.com/support Shopping for items on Amazon? - then use our link and help support us https://smile.amazon.com/ch/85-2532547 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Listen to full episodeMike Flynn is back on the podcast (Ep 119 Relationship Advice) Listen in as Mike talks about the need to be on a team and the importance of talking about mental health. Close friends get to know the real you over time and can identify when you are not being your true self. While Jesus had a tribe, he still took time alone for himself. This may require identifying when we are busy and saying no to things in order to free up our time. Talk to Someone: American association of Christian counselors Suicide and Crisis Hotline or call 988 Recommended Book: All Things New - John Eldridge Sponsor: Tom Love CFP®, CRPC®, CRPS® [email protected] Craig Heah. [email protected] The Main Street Group - website --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Listen to full episodeIn a marathon, when you can't run any more, you walk for a while, but you don't throw in the towel and quit. This same lesson can be applied to everything we do in life. There's nothing wrong with taking a rest in order to recharge and then getting back into the game. Don't be a man who gives up entirely when all that was needed was a season of rest. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Listen to full episodeIn this episode, Goose and Gladiator sit down with apologist and black belt jiu-jitsu expert Ben Shaw to dive into faith, fighting, and the core truths of Christianity. They break down the “barbarian ambassador” mindset, why discipleship is like Jiu-Jitsu, and how historical evidence for the resurrection can transform your faith.Ben also shares his journey from law enforcement dreams to leading Core Apologetics, and the importance of equipping everyday believers with practical, battle-tested apologetics. Plus, we get into the Gospel of Thomas, biblical reliability, the power of Christian creeds, and why more men need to get off the sidelines and start leading.🔥 Key Topics Covered:✅ Jiu-Jitsu & Christianity: Why the fight for faith is real✅ The Power of the Minimal Facts Argument for the Resurrection✅ Biblical Creeds: The earliest Christian confessions✅ Why men need to step up and lead – no seminary degree required!⚔️ Join us at the Men’s Alliance National Rally (May 2-4) for an unforgettable weekend & some jiu-jitsu with Ben Shaw! Get your tickets here 👉 https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/experiences/national-rally📖 Get Ben’s Book – Trustworthy: 13 Arguments for the Reliability of the New Testament 👉 https://a.co/d/hsDDR2lSign up for a course at Core Apologetics - https://www.coreapologetics.com/Follow Men's AllianceInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribeTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribeWebsite - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/Order the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV
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