“I Was Homeless and Addicted—Then God Showed Up” | A Marine’s Raw Testimony - Ep. 219

This is as real as it gets. Claymore opens up about his incredible journey from a homeless teenager battling addiction to serving as a Marine Chaplain's bodyguard in Afghanistan—and ultimately finding Jesus in the most unexpected way. Hear how a single moment with Scripture on the battlefield changed everything, why Men’s Alliance became his brotherhood, and how he’s now helping other men find purpose and faith. If you’re looking for a story of true redemption and raw honesty, this one’s for you. Watch now—you won’t regret it.Buy Shooter Shine weapon cleaner and protectant and support Men's Alliance! Use code "TRIBE" for free shipping and $3 from every bottle goes to MA! https://shootershine.comRegister for the National Rally in May!https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/experiences/national-rallyBuy our Protein (and our coffee!) - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/shop/ma-downrange-mermite-field-recovery-proteinFollow 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 27
1 hr 30 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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Ambassador Training 3: Who Made God?

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Men’s Alliance

Learn how to answer the common question "Who made God?" and learn one of the oldest and best arguments for the existence of God - the Kalam Cosmological Argument. Remember:  Atheists believe that the entire universe came into existence from NOTHING. This takes more blind faith to believe than any miracle recorded in the Bible! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Apr 13
26 min
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Ep 162: Man Enough to Forgive w/ John Smithbaker

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Men’s Alliance

John Smithbaker discusses the vital importance of forgiveness, and every father’s role of being a Pastor, Provider, and Protector. Find out More: Man Enough to Forgive - Book Fathers in the Field - organization Sponsor: Tom 'Doc' Love CFP®, CRPC®, CRPS® [email protected] Craig Heah. [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.themainstreetgroup.com/ Support MA's Mission⁠ - website --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Dec 21
46 min
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Ambassador Training 2: What Do Christians Believe?

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Men’s Alliance

Ever wonder what makes Christianity unique from other religions?  Or what specifically you'd have to believe to become a Christian?  In this episode we're going to unpack the simplest, purest definition of being a Christian, and I think it may just surprise you... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Mar 30
28 min
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Ep 34: Barbarian Ambassadors

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Men’s Alliance

As Christians we are called to not only be Ambassadors who represent our King, we are also called to be Barbarians.  A barbarian is someone who does not conform to the prevailing culture of society.  And Romans 12:2 says, "Do not be conformed to this world." Let's be Christian men who are bold ambassadors and barbarians for Jesus Christ. Email [email protected] for your free Ambassador's Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually. 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

May 21
11 min
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