Ep 87: The Bad News First

The good news of Jesus doesn't make any sense unless we first understand the depths of the bad news. We're all sinners who deserve separation from God for all eternity. That's some bad news right there. Sadly, many churches in America are afraid of giving the bad news. They want to be popular and preach feel-good messages that won't offend anyone.  But a church that tries to please everyone ends up pleasing no one. Find a healthy church where the pastor isn't afraid to talk about sin and hell and why it is that we need the good news of Christ. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

May 27
16 min
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Iron Sharpens Iron

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Ep 175: How Great Men Grieve

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Men’s Alliance

Johanna Stamps, a licensed grief counselor, talks about how we have to acknowledge grief and mourn in order to continue to move towards God’s vision for our life.  Many items can be lost such as a job, pets, friendships, and marriages.  As men, we need to take time and space to let our brain catch up to the event that has happened. Johanna shares her 7 steps included below and talks about the power of writing a closure letter on the grief you are going through. How to connect with Johanna:johannastamps.com804 944 [email protected] Men’s Alliance | How Great Men Grieve “If you loved it, and lost it, then grieve it” Grief is like an epic hike through a desolate land. 7 Steps of the Journey: 1. TRAILHEAD: AT THE BEGINNING OF THE JOURNEY a. Set the intention to heal, to integrate b. Look for a sign you are grieving: Cognitive, Affective, Physical, Spiritual c. You ONLY work where grief is coming up, that’s the beginning d. Feel the pain (No pain, No gain)... It brings healing 2. LOOK AT THE MAP (Pssst... it’s a magical map) a. The magical map only appears as you walk forward in your grief b. It’s completely unique to you (circumstance, personality, etc.) c. Dispel misconceptions (don’t look for stages) 3. BEGIN WALKING a. Small doses as it comes up b. One thing at a time c. We cannot grieve all at one time. We wouldn’t be able to take it! d. Be creative... example: recognizing important dates (or your body will tell you) 4. GATHER WITH OTHERS - DON’T GRIEVE IN ISOLATION a. Grieving is internal - Mourning is your external or public experience of grief b. ESSENTIAL - speak about the experience of the loss, memories, etc. c. Moves from the head to the heart (READ THIS AGAIN!!!) d. Look for the 1⁄3 who are good with grief (most likely someone who has dealt with their own grief) 5. STOP FOR REST a. Sustenance for your epic journey b. Maybe learn to rest for the first time 6. EXERCISE JOY AND PAIN MUSCLE a. Like any normal ruck or hike there is joy with the pain b. Practice this often when you are grieving 7. GET TO THE LOOKOUT a. Reflect on how far you have come (when you look at the loss with less pain) b. See parts of yourself that are becoming whole again - integrating the loss c. This is OFTEN understanding who you are (e.g. identity) Sponsor: Tom 'Doc' Love CFP®, CRPC®, CRPS® [email protected] Craig Heah. [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.themainstreetgroup.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

May 02
1 hr 21 min
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Ep 36: The 1st Men’s Alliance w/ Connor Dillingham

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Men’s Alliance

Interview with Connor Dillingham about how we started Men's Alliance and what it means in our lives now. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Jun 04
14 min
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Mission Briefing 28: Auditing Church

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Men’s Alliance

Church is not a building. We can worship God outside with our friends and family around a fire or wherever we feel most at home. The critical action is pursuing Christ, and being in community with others who are doing the same. Find your type of ministry and fulfill the great commission! Support MA https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/support Warrior Knight 9/2—9/22 Sign up now! https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/experiences/warrior-knight --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Jun 17
10 min
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Ep 40: Savage for God

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Men’s Alliance

God isn't interested in domesticating you or making you more civilized and well-mannered.  If you're a savage then God just wants you to be a savage for him.  Check out our Barbarian shirt here…https://www.bonfire.com/ma-barbarian-shirt-dark/?utm_source=mailgun&utm_medium=Initial%20template&utm_campaign=order_made_for_owner Men's Alliance is a place for men who love God but are a little rough around the edges. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Jul 02
07 min
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Ep 156: Evidence for Christianity w/ J. Warner Wallace

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Men’s Alliance

As a homicide detective, J. Warner Wallace used his unique skillset to investigate the Gospels and follow the evidence. Listen as the evidence is analyzed to determine the truth. More about J. Warner Wallace: coldcasechristianity.com - website Cold Case Christianity - Book Forensic Faith - Book Person of Interest - Book Cold Case for Christianity for Kids - Book Sponsor: Tom 'Doc' Love CFP®, CRPC®, CRPS® [email protected] Craig Heah. [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠The Main Street Group⁠⁠⁠ - website Mensalliancetribe.com - Support MA monthly --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Nov 11
54 min
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