We set expectations on everything: our love life, our job, our bodies, how are family is supposed to act, and even our relationship with God. What expectations have you set that didn't come to fruition, but you still hold on to? What expectations can we place on God and which shouldn't we? What about God's expectation of you? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Life after war. Parenting. Marriage. Pain. Purpose.In this raw conversation, former SEAL Team 6 operator Andy Stumpf opens up about the real fight — the one that begins after combat. From surviving a life-threatening injury in Iraq, to battling negative self-talk, raising kids, divorce, faith, and finding identity beyond the trident — Andy shares how life is a team sport and how terminal isolation really can be.💥 What makes elite operators great — and what breaks them💥 The truth about SEAL Team 6 vs. Delta Force💥 Why no one can make you quit💥 How to lead, love, and rebuild after failure💥 “Isolation is terminal” — the most important lesson from the pandemic and life in generalThis is a masterclass in resilience, leadership, and doing life as a team.Don’t miss this one.👇 Subscribe and share to sharpen more men.Andy's site - https://www.andystumpf.com/⚔️ 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
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What's the difference between rest and laziness? We all know that we need rest, and we know we're not supposed to be lazy, but how do we tell the difference? In this episode you'll learn how to tell the difference between resting and being lazy, and we'll also learn what it means to rest in God, and how laziness can actually inhibit God from working in your life. Check out our M.A. shirts here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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We cannot be the light of the world if we do not go into the darkness. As Christians we need to go out into the world and share the good news. However we must always keep our eyes focused on God to avoid getting sidelined by the prevailing culture. Learn More: https://cultureproof.net/ - Website www.youtube.com/@cultureproof1 - Youtube Podcast Sponsor: Hawkins Health and Fitness Nick 'Coach' Hawkins 804-638-1386 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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In 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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In this episode of the Men’s Alliance Podcast, we dive deep into the world of self-awareness and personal growth with special guest Ian Cron—a New York Times bestselling author, psychotherapist, Enneagram expert, and Episcopal priest. Discover why only 13% of people are genuinely self-aware and how you can break free from the illusion of self-knowledge.Ian breaks down the 9 Enneagram personality types, how to identify yours, and why understanding your core motivations is key to achieving real transformation. We also discuss how the 12 Steps of Recovery offer a powerful framework for anyone—not just addicts—to heal, grow, and improve relationships.💡 Topics covered: • The truth about self-awareness (and why most people lack it) • The 9 Enneagram Types and their core motivations • How the Enneagram can strengthen relationships and leadership skills • The surprising connection between the 12 Steps and spiritual growth📚 Get Ian Cron’s latest book The Fix and take his Enneagram assessment at https://IanMorganCron.com👉 Subscribe and hit the bell for more conversations that help you become a better husband, father, and leader.⚔️ 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
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