In 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
Author and speaker, Greg Koukl, explains how we can share our faith by asking questions. Listen as Greg demonstrates how to talk about your beliefs and how to share the gospel without getting stressed. Learn more about Greg: Stand to Reason - website Books Mentioned: Street Smarts - Greg Koukl New Book Tactics - Greg Koukl Book The Story of Reality - Greg Koukl Book A Manual for Creating Atheists - Peter Boghossian Cold Case Christianity - J Warner Wallace Keeping Your Kids on God's Side - Natasha Crain Hero: Being the Strong Father Your Children Need - Meg Meeker Start the Fire Weekend - Register Here --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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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
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Men in children’s ministry… is that weird??Most churches act like kids’ and youth ministry is “for the ladies.” But what happens when godly men step into kids’ and student ministry on purpose?In this episode, Goose sits down with Warrior, Coach, and Joe McAndrew from LCBC to talk about: • Why it feels weird for men to serve with kids • How the feminization of the church left a gap that men must fill • The power of a present, steady man in a middle school or high school small group • Why you don’t have to teach — you just have to show up and listen • How your past struggles are exactly what some kid needs to hear • What kids today are actually facing: social media, anxiety, school shootings, isolation • How serving with your wife models a godly marriage for both boys and girls • Why deployment after PATCH should include your church’s kids & studentsIf you’ve ever thought:“I’m not a teacher.”“My past is too messy.”“I don’t know what kids are into these days.”…this episode will blow up those excuses.Kids don’t need you to be cool.They don’t need you to know what “skibidi toilet” means.They need you to care, to listen, and to be a solid man of God in the room.👉 If you’re a tribesman wondering where to deploy after PATCH or after your weekly fire, your church’s children’s and student ministry might be your next battlefield.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
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What happens when a Force Recon Marine with eight deployments, PTSD, and a shattered life discovers faith and purpose? Chad Robichaux, founder of Mighty Oaks and Save Our Allies, shares the raw, unfiltered truth of combat, trauma, and the power of brotherhood. From suicidal despair to rescuing 17,000 people during the Afghan collapse, Chad’s story will wreck you—in the best way possible.This is more than military heroism. This is about identity, spiritual warfare, and why real warriors don’t fight alone. Hear how one man’s redemption led to a movement that’s saving lives across the globe. Whether you’re struggling, healing, or looking for purpose—this is for you.Chad's Books:Saving Aziz: https://amzn.to/44aSjOFA Mission Without Borders: Why a Father and Son Risked it All for the People of Ukraine: https://amzn.to/3HwcgXESilent Horizons: https://amzn.to/43YeXbO👊 Subscribe for more real talk with warriors, survivors, and leaders.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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What do you pray for the most? Is it safety? Security? Traveling mercies? What did Peter and John pray for after spending a night in prison and then being ordered to stop talking about Jesus? Many Christians today, especially in America, are putting safety as a higher priority than accomplishing their mission. Are you making an impact in the world around you? Or are you sitting safely on the sideline? Find your tribe at mensalliancetribe.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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