Ep 162: Man Enough to Forgive w/ John Smithbaker

Iron Sharpens Iron

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Men’s Ministry That ACTUALLY Works! | Pastor Stan Grant on Brotherhood & Faith

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Men’s Alliance

Men’s ministry should be more than just an event—it should be a brotherhood. In this raw conversation, Pastor Stan from Cloverhill Church shares his insights on what really works when it comes to reaching and discipling men. From the impact of Men’s Alliance Tribes to lessons learned over 28 years of ministry, this episode is packed with wisdom, leadership insights, and stories of faith in action.🚀 What’s the key to building strong men in the church? Find out in this episode!🔔 Subscribe for more real talk on men’s faith, leadership, and building a brotherhood that stands the test of time.📌 Timestamps:0:00 – Why Men’s Ministry Matters5:12 – The Power of Brotherhood & Accountability12:45 – Lessons from 28 Years in Ministry22:30 – Why Some Churches Struggle to Reach Men35:10 – The Future of Men’s Discipleship#MensMinistry #Brotherhood #MensAlliance #Faith #ChurchLeadership #MensDiscipleshipSponsor:Chris 'Coop' Norwood w/ Towne Bank MortgagePhone: 804-439-3206⁠⁠https://townebankmortgage.com/officers/chris-norwood/⁠ ⁠Register for the National Rally in May!https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/experiences/national-rallyBuy our Protein (and our coffee!) - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/shop/ma-downrange-mermite-field-recovery-proteinFollow 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

Mar 13

56 min

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Ambassador Training 4: DNA as Evidence for God

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Men’s Alliance

Bill Gates said, “DNA is like a computer program but far, far more advanced than any software ever created.” In each cell in your body there is a word that is 6.4 billion letters long. It's called your DNA, and it's more advanced than any computer software ever created. So, who wrote that DNA software that makes you uniquely you? If you believe that even a simple cave painting had a designer, then you must admit that the most advanced software ever created must certainly have a designer too. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Apr 27

33 min

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Keith Nester's Catholic Conversion - Former Protestant Unpacks the Pope, Salvation, & Baptism

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Men’s Alliance

What happens when a lifelong Protestant pastor becomes Catholic? In this explosive and thought-provoking episode of the Men’s Alliance Podcast, Goose sits down with Keith Nester — former Methodist and Assemblies of God youth pastor turned Catholic convert. Keith shares his raw and riveting story of theological wrestling, spiritual discovery, and how meeting one fired-up Catholic graphic designer flipped his entire worldview upside down.From Calvary Chapel sermons to deep dives into church authority, Keith unpacks the biggest questions Protestants and Catholics grapple with: salvation, church leadership, Mary, the Pope, baptism, and more. Whether you agree or disagree, this is the conversation every Christian man needs to hear.⚔️ Join us at the Men’s Alliance National Rally (May 2-4) for an unforgettable weekendGet your tickets here 👉 https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/experiences/national-rallyFollow 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

Apr 24

1 hr 49 min

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Ambassador Training 10: The Deity of Jesus

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Men’s Alliance

Are you prepared to talk with a Muslim or atheist who uses your Bible to show you that Jesus was not God? In this episode we'll help you prepare for sharing who Jesus was with people from other belief systems. Be sure to check out Episode 101 first, as this is a continuation of that talk. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Oct 04

27 min

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Church Authority

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Men’s Alliance

This mission brief continues the conversation from last week’s episode: No Head Higher.The point is simple: don’t put any human on a pedestal — not your lead pastor, not your counselor, not your tribe leader, not me. Your authority is God, and Scripture is the standard.But what about “church authority”? That’s where the conversation gets deeper. In the New Testament, leadership is consistently described as plural — elders, leaders, overseers — not a single man running everything. We unpack key passages like: • Hebrews 13:17 (leaders — plural) • 1 Timothy 5:17 (elders — plural) • 1 Peter 5:5 (elders — plural) • 1 Timothy 2:5 (one mediator — Jesus Christ)If your church is built on the biblical blueprint, you should see elder leadership, accountability, and authority rooted in Scripture — not personality, celebrity, or “one guy’s voice.”Follow Men's AllianceInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribeTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribeWebsite - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/Explore Battlefield Coaching today and find yourself a Coach with experience overcoming a battle you are currently facing - https://battlefieldcoaching.comOrder the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV

Jan 12

06 min

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