Are we saved through faith alone, or do we have to earn our salvation through good works? This episode explains how salvation is only through trusting in God, not by our own works. However, once we are saved, our lives will start producing good works. So, if your life is no different from your unsaved neighbor then are you really saved? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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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Men'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
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The full story of a Coast Guard 3-star who chose to be bold for God instead of living in fear for his job. "When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are often stiffened." - Billy Graham --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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Are you holding back in your life, living small, planning for failure? Here are two stories that show how I was planning for failure without noticing, then taking ownership. Are you holding back in your life, living small, planning for failure? What about your walk with Christ? What are the ways you can plan and take action on for strength? Find your tribe at mensalliancetribe.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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Retired Vice Admiral William "Dean" Lee is back on the podcast this week discussing the good, bad, ugly, and hard parts of leadership. Discussing his personal mission statement of: serve first, lead second, and stay humble. The differences between a manager and leader, the importance of timing in leadership and sharing the faith, and how to recover when you make a leadership mistake. Recommended Books: What Got You Here, Won't Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith Hope Quotient by Ray Johnston Poem Opportunity by Edward Rowland Sill --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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