Episode 217: I Was Ready to End It All…Then God Showed Up - Hippo's Amazing Testimony of Redemption

Hippo was at his breaking point—angry, broken, and ready to make a choice he could never take back. But in that moment, God showed up. What followed was a journey of redemption that took him from a past filled with trauma, toxic influences, and pain to discovering true brotherhood and faith. A chance encounter at a Christian festival led him to Men’s Alliance, a group of men who held him accountable and pushed him toward something greater. Through deep loss and hardship, his faith was tested, but instead of breaking, he leaned in—learning what it truly means to trust God. This is a raw, real story of transformation, purpose, and unshakable faith.🔥 Topics Covered: • The moment that changed everything • Overcoming anger, addiction, and isolation • The power of brotherhood and accountability in Men’s Alliance • A life-and-death decision that led to redemption • What it truly means to be a warrior for Christ👉 Don’t just watch—share this with someone who needs encouragement today! 💬📌 Subscribe for more real, raw, and life-changing stories.Register for the National Rally in May!https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/experiences/national-rallyBuy our Protein! - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/shop/ma-downrange-mermite-field-recovery-protein#Faith #Testimony #MensAlliance #JesusSaves #Redemption #Brotherhood #MensMinistry #FaithJourney #SpiritualWarfareFollow 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

Feb 13
2 hr 05 min
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Ep 77: Peter Was a Failure w/ Mark McGrath

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Men’s Alliance

Peter was brash and bold.  Jesus rebuked him several times, yet he was listed first among the disciples in the gospel.  The fact that Peter was a disciple should give us comfort knowing that we are not the only ones to fail.  Even with all Peter's failures, Jesus told him "I say to you that you are Peter (which means 'rock'), and upon this rock I will build my church, and all the powers of hell will not conquer it.".  What will Jesus do with you, even with all your failures? Register here for Alex McFarland on March 25th. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Mar 18
11 min
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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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MB 36 MA & church

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Men’s Alliance

Men’s Alliance partners with local churches to achieve our mission of sharpening men to be the husbands, fathers, and leaders that God designed us to be.  Men’s Alliance does not take the place of the church, instead engaging men in the local church and their communities. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Sep 09
11 min
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Ep 32: High Terrain

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Men’s Alliance

In the Air Force we study our charts and mark the high terrain in order to avoid crashing. Yet many men are flying through life unaware of the dangers that can destroy their marriage. If we are to be the husbands and fathers that God designed us to be then we must know the threats that are out there and avoid them at all costs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

May 07
08 min
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God Used This PE Teacher to Change Hundreds of Lives in Prison

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Men’s Alliance

“God doesn’t want to take the savage out of you — He wants to direct it.”In this episode, Goose sits down with Joel Hughes, founder of Tri-Hope, to unpack what it really means to be a savage for God.They dive deep into: • How God wired men to be warriors, not choir boys • Why your aggression isn’t sinful — it’s sacred when directed • How one challenge from a kid in juvenile detention led Joel to complete an Ironman • The birth of Tri-Hope — helping men and women rebuild their lives after incarceration • The power of obedience, challenge, and calling • How Men’s Alliance and Tri-Hope are changing lives in jails across VirginiaConnect with Tri-Hope: https://tri-hope.org/This episode will remind you:You’re not broken. You’re built for battle.You just need to fight for the right Kingdom.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

Nov 06
1 hr 21 min
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