Training4Manhood podcast

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Guest: Jack Cross Great conversation with a young man looking forward to his future and asking all the right questions about how to make sure that he keeps his priorities of God and his family at the forefront while also looking to succeed and excel in his career. Hope you enjoy this conversation - and hope it helps you to evaluate your own priorities and the decisions you’ve made - always good to take some time for self-reflection and self-assessment - and never too late to do the right thing! T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website.…

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What is a Man: "Adolescence" from Netflix Tackles this Topic 49:05

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Guest: Gabe Boyd The Netflix series “Adolescence” has taken the UK and 93 other countries by storm with its powerful and problematic portrayal of the life and struggles of a 13-year-old boy who takes the life of a female classmate. In the midst of the chaos, Netflix asks, but doesn’t provide answers, to some powerfully disturbing questions - the most important being, “What is a man?” Appreciate Gabe Boyd for helping think through this conversation - hope it’s helpful to you as well. T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website.…

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A Message to Garcia: Developing Important Qualities of Manhood 38:06

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Guest: Greg Tuohy “To carry a message to Garcia” is demonstrating initiative, commitment, dedication, and tenacity to a purpose. The question from this story by author Elbert Hubbard is why more men struggle to develop these vital qualities. I enjoyed reading this short and poignant book and loved finding out that the saying, “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade,” is actually attributed to Hubbard! I hope you enjoy the conversation with Greg Tuohy about the importance of and strategy to develop these qualities of manhood! T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website.…

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Building Better (and Biblical) Community 31:51

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Let's learn from the story of Rehoboam's Folly...(1 Kings 12) Cultivate the community of men you’re already in! Listen to the wisdom of God that is available to you - through His Word and His people. Pursue wisdom (deepen yourself) Connect your life with a wife who is walking with the Lord. The most attractive woman is one who loves the Lord! Actively pursue wisdom from older men who love the Lord. Take advantage of good books, podcasts, etc. from other godly men. T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website.…

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The Right Stuff (Being "Good" Isn't Good Enough) 35:20

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US Birth rate 1.6 Young women are pursuing education instead of family - in part because there is an idea out there that men aren’t worth marrying… What is the “right stuff” to be a good husband? Good isn’t good enough - must be godly Right relationship with God… No man is in his right mind until he is right with God… Walk in the Spirit, not in the flesh Importance of knowing God’s Word…mirror and window… Value of a Godly role model Watch how a person treats those “less than” himself - Matthew 25 principle…James 2 - no partiality, preference because of a person’s status or position… More is caught than taught Hard work, stewardship - the value of time and money Holding doors for ladies (others) Why? Demonstrates the value of the other person Uses your gifts and abilities (strength) to benefit others (not just about bettering yourself) Teaches patience Biblical principle - the first shall be last and the last shall be first - idea of servant leadership - Jesus came not to be served, but to serve…one simple way to serve others… The value of being “early” Again - demonstrates the value of others If you’re late, you can’t help out…things are already done… People can count on you - reliable… Importance of words Speak life into others…build up, not tear down David - prudent in speech… Self-control (Titus 2) Psalm 16 - “pleasures” of God vs. pleasures of the world (Heb. 11:25 - fleeting pleasures of sin) Will power to say no - and let your yes be yes and your no be no Importance of discipline - David and Adonijah - never said “no” Connection to parents more important than connection to peers - Rehoboam… Biblical perspective on women Helper - other than, not less than Cherish - husband means cultivator - she should be “better” with you 1 Peter 3 - “fine china” Love - what’s in her best interest Men - sacrifice family for career - now women want to do that as well… Children - quiver full of children is a blessing Importance of others ahead of yourself Dependence on God - not self-sufficiency, but God-reliance! T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website.…

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Where Are the Older Men? (Importance of Marriage, Mentoring, and Maturity in the Development of a Man) 29:44

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Importance of Marriage and Family - Purpose Importance of Mentoring - Person Importance of Maturity - Process Titus 2:2 Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, in love, in steadfastness. T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website.…

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The Gift of Discipleship 35:20

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Guest: Adam Griffin, Lead Pastor at Eastside Community Church , Husband, Father, Author Loved chatting with Adam Griffin - guys, he’s doing it right - take notes! He’s going to cover a lot of ground, hit on several different important aspects, so pay attention, lean in and listen, and then get up and get busy putting into action what you heard. Here are a few of his books that should be helpful as you desire to grow in your spiritual walk and help others along the way! Family Discipleship: Leading Your Home Through Time, Moments, and Milestones by Matt Chandler and Adam Griffin When Wrong Seems Right: A Kids Bible Study on Making Good Choices by Adam Griffin The Boy Who Was Bold by Adam Griffin T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website.…

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Psalm 144 - Training to Battle for Your Family 27:54

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Psalm 144 Blessed be the Lord, my rock, who trains my hands for war, and my fingers for battle… It is a battle against the world system to prioritize your spiritual and family life. It is important to invest into your family…because a blessed nation is one filled with blessed families! What does a blessed family look like - David answers that question with verse 12: May our sons in their youth be like plants full grown, our daughters like corner pillars cut for the structure of a palace. Sons will be like plants full grown…or a well-manicured lawn. Pruning is necessary - say no to them…and teach them self-control, the ability to say no themselves to things that aren’t in their best interest! As young boys grow into godly men, they will be like “full grown plants” - trees that are straight and strong that offer protection and provision (fruitfulness) for others. T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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Be Strong and Courageous - Understanding God's Purpose, Path, and Power for Your Life 17:21

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In Joshua 1, God encourages Joshua three times with the phrase “be strong and courageous” - what did that mean for Joshua…and what does it mean for you today? Be strong and courageous for… Purpose - to advance the Kingdom of God, to inherit what God has for you Be strong and very courageous, being careful to do… Path - do not turn to the right or the left, stay on the path of God’s will for your life Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. Power - God is our power source - not your own strength…but His Examining how this plays out in the life of David might help us better understand this concept. David has a purpose - to battle against evil David had a path - didn’t let the armor or discouragement of others dissuade him David had God’s power - his faith in a mighty God T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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It All Starts with Taking the FIRST STEP! 24:41

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I was up at Sky Ranch recently and had the opportunity to watch students take a “step of faith” off a 30 foot tree - harnessed up so that they wouldn’t fall - but still a pretty brave step to take…and it got me thinking that this physical picture of a step of faith is a good metaphor for our spiritual step of faith that each of us must decide to take…or not. This also got me thinking about those who say that they have “walked away” from their faith - and how impossible that concept truly is. Christianity isn’t a set of principles, dos and don’ts - it is not a transaction that you can do…and undo. Christianity is transformational - Scripture compares it to being “reborn” - and when you take that step of faith, the Bible says that you are a “new creation” (2 Cor. 5:17) and the old things are dead…so you couldn’t go back even if you wanted to! The good news is that taking this initial step of faith and surrendering your life to Christ transforms your mind - just like the physical transformation of a caterpillar to a butterfly, you are spiritually transformed. Pastor Tommy Nelson at Denton Bible often uses this little phrase to drive home the point that following principles and rules isn’t going to transform your life - but a relationship with Jesus Christ will: "'Do this and live!' the law commands, but gives me neither feet nor hands. A better word the gospel brings, it bids me fly and gives me wings." Guys, take the FIRST STEP of transformation from boyhood to manhood - and that step is placing your faith in Jesus Christ. T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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Change Indicates Purpose: Don't Miss What God is Doing! 28:12

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Getting ready for a puberty talk to 5th grade boys, the CHANGES that happen in our bodies got me to thinking about the PURPOSE for those changes - what is God preparing our bodies for… Work Women Worship World Wonder/Wisdom Walk with me on this journey that looks at how creative God is at preparing us for the work that He has created for us to do (Ephesians 2:10) - but if we go through these life changes and never “spread our wings” and fly as the new creations in Christ, then we miss what God intended for us. Change indicates purpose. Don’t miss yours. T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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God's Faithfulness on Your Journey (Part 2 of 2) 19:42

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Guest: Dr. David Cobbs, PhD, is a Clinical Neuropsychologist in Dallas, TX This is the second part of a meaningful and practical conversation with Dr. David Cobbs - he begins by sharing about the “mechanisms” that he’s put in place to draw closer to others and to God - some call these the “spiritual disciplines.” You need to put these practices in place not only to hold you accountable, but also so that you can look back and do some healthy self-evaluation so that you can do better moving forward! If you’re a “Type A” personality - meaning that you’re driven - it means that you have that personality that could be successful in your spiritual and family life too…if those things are your priority! You have to make the commitment to prioritize the important things…and then follow through with those commitments. If you haven’t been doing this in the past, NOW is the time to make the adjustment - and find people around you to help you and hold you accountable. Consistency is key. Also consider your Return on your Investment (ROI) - as you invest in others, seeds of connection and commitment are planted and you will reap the harvest of good relationships in the future. Single guys - start putting these disciplines in your life and you’ll attract a spouse who sees these things as valuable and meaningful. It is critical to surround yourself with good friends who “spur you on to love and good deeds” (Hebrews 10:24). Start with getting your relationship with God “right” first…then all your other relationships will be dramatically affected by this foundational relationship. T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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God's Faithfulness on Your Journey (Part 1 of 2) 23:17

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Guest: Dr. David Cobbs, PhD, is a Clinical Neuropsychologist in Dallas, TX Loved hearing the story of David’s spiritual journey - how the power of POSITIVE peer pressure can help push you toward good things and keep you from bad things! David really started to grow in his spiritual life in high school - the younger you can get on the path of right living, the better off things will be in terms of living without regrets and disappointment! True friends share life together. It’s good to have good friends and far too many men do not have quality friends around them. Remember, a good definition of a friend is someone who shares the most truth with you. How do you develop meaningful relationships with others - David will tell you that you have to be intentional about spending time together - as Dietrich Bonhoeffer wrote, “doing life together.” T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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A Message to Fatherless Young Men 28:10

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Guest: Robert Christian Guys, if this message is meaningful to you and you’d like to email Robert Christian directly, you can reach him at robjonchris@gmail.com Words of wisdom and encouragement from Robert: You are qualified God is a good father God wants the best for you God will discipline you You are created to glorify Him You do that through obedience Resources for more encouragement: Man Alive by Patrick Morely Kingdom Man by Tony Evans The Resolution for Men by The Kendrick Brothers Abba's Child by Brennan Manning Happiness is a Serious Problem by Dennis Prager Knowing God by J.I. Packer Disciplines of a Godly Man by R. Kent Hughes T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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Practical Wisdom: Life Lessons from Shamgar 16:35

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Judges 3:31 reads, “After him was Shamgar the son of Anath, who killed 600 of the Philistines with an ox goad, and he also saved Israel.” What is the life lesson we can take from the story of Shamgar: Shamgar used what he had. Shamgar used what he had exceedingly well. Shamgar used what he had for a purpose greater than himself. What do you have that you can use for the glory of God? And what is your purpose, because your purpose will determine your plans and preparation! T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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Blessed to be a Blessing (in Practical Ways) 15:30

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Guys, consider these three areas of blessing that you can provide for those in need: Presence - the importance of the “ministry of presence” Prayer - pray for people in need, let them know that you prayed for them! Practical - don’t just ask what you can do, look for practical, common sense ways that you can help out! T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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Word for the Year 2025: Spiritual-Mindedness 18:52

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I took this word from the title of a book by Puritan author John Owen - Spiritual-Mindedness . For to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Romans 8:6 (For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace.) Taking control of your thought-life - valuable life skill for everyone, everyday! 2 Corinthians 10:5 - take every thought captive to obey Christ So our thoughts are the best and surest way of showing us what we are in ourselves. “As a man thinks in his heart, so is he” (Prov. 23:7). If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. Colossians 3:1-2 The strength of the mind is wasted by fruitless thoughts. The first object, then, of our spiritual thoughts is to consider what God is saying in the daily circumstances of life. T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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What is Discipleship and Why is It Vital for Your Growth as a Man? 24:30

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Guest: Kylen Perry , pastor at Watermark Church, Dallas, TX Every man is made, but are you reactive (responding to life’s situations) or proactive (learning, listening, seeking to grow and mature)? Discipleship is a proactive relationship where individuals share what they are learning in terms of their spiritual life with others. Resource recommendation: J.T. English - Deep Discipleship: How the Church Can Make Whole Disciples of Jesus There must be space for learning and gathering There has to be relationship and training in godliness What men have you “dignified the voice of” in your life - that you’ll listen to their wise counsel and they can speak hard truths into your life? We all need “truth tellers” in our lives - and we need to be open to receive truth from those people. Mark of maturity - you can learn to listen to truth…regardless of the person who delivers it or how it is delivered. Where can you find those “truth tellers” - those older men who can disciple you - they are part of the body of Christ, the church. One of the best things you can do as a young person - commit yourself to a cause greater than yourself! There is no greater cause than advancing the Kingdom of God and growing closer in your relationship with Christ. Isaiah 66:2 - But this is the one to whom I will look: he who is humble and contrite in spirit and trembles at my word. God will not anoint any other version of you other than the one that He created and designed for you to be! T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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Psalm 112 Man: How is Your "Home Life"? 22:26

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Psalm 111 and Psalm 112 are parallel passages to make a point. Psalm 111 talks about how great our God is - and Psalm 112 talks about the greatness of man…whose God is great. Psalm 112 talks about what should be truly important in the life of a godly man - his family…and his “home life” - wealth and riches are in his house… What are the character qualities to help you produce this great home life? Gracious, merciful, and righteous Are you nice, kind? Generous Are you sacrificial - willing to do for others without return? Just Do you do the right thing…even if it costs you? Heart is firm - integrity Do you do the right thing even when no one is watching - or even when others ARE watching? T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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Gladiator II - A Good Name is to be Chosen... 29:18

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If I had to summarize Gladiator II, it would be the line from Proverbs 22:1 which tells us that a good name is to be chosen rather than great riches! The “good name” of Marcus Aurelius and Maximus is passed on to an inspires the life and efforts of Lucius - who sees how the pursuit of money and power ends up in corruption and deceit - and in the end it is worthless. Great question from this movie - what do you give “worth” to in your life - what do you worship? Many worship the gods of convenience and entertainment. I believe there is more to life - and I think that Gladiator II is not just an entertaining movie, but one that can make you think and wrestle with the great ideas and meaning of life…if you’ll let it! T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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What Are You Thankful For? 18:58

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As I reflect on things going on in my world, I’m thankful for a God who knows when to step in…and when to step back. And I’m thankful for my wife who balances our family and provides a wonderful counter perspective that helps me navigate better. T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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Qualities of a Young David: How Do You Compare? (Part 2 of 2) 19:28

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This is the description of David recorded in 1 Samuel 16:18: Behold, I have seen a son of Jesse the Bethlehemite, who is skillful in playing, a man of valor, a man of war, prudent in speech, and a man of good presence, and the Lord is with him. Part 2 examines the first three qualities: Prudent in speech - do you use your words well, do you weigh them before you speak, do you consider how your words are being received by others? Man of good presence - how do people feel when you walk into a room - glad that you’re there, or not so much?! The Lord is with him - do you know that as a child of God, the Lord is with you and goes wherever you go, watches whatever you watch - is the Lord pleased to be in your presence? These are great character qualities to develop in your own life - as Thomas Watson reminds us, you can judge a flower by its buds, you can judge a man by his youth! T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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Qualities of a Young David: How Do You Compare? (Part 1 of 2) 20:01

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This is the description of David recorded in 1 Samuel 16:18: Behold, I have seen a son of Jesse the Bethlehemite, who is skillful in playing, a man of valor, a man of war, prudent in speech, and a man of good presence, and the Lord is with him. Part 1 examines the first three qualities: Skillful in playing - David practiced, worked hard, didn’t quit when things were difficult… Man of valor - David was a man of integrity, the same man when no one was watching…or everyone was watching… Man of war - David was willing to fight for what he believed in, to protect the name of His God, to protect the weak or innocent…even if it cost him These are great character qualities to develop in your own life - as Thomas Watson reminds us, you can judge a flower by its buds, you can judge a man by his youth! T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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Men Serve Others (2024 repost) 23:08

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Guest: Gabe Boyd This is a throwback episode looking at one of the episodes that Gabe and I recorded talking about some important elements of what it means to be a man - this is the statement that we created to summarize those elements: Men speak truth, serve others, love deeply, endure joyfully, and humbly walk with the Lord. The concept of serving others embodies the idea that you see others and desire meet their needs even if that comes at a cost to yourself - this requires humility and an other-centeredness that is rare today - but so important for the maturity and development of a boy into a man! The action steps that we included in those episode notes three years ago are still so good - so here they are: Action Step Take notice of those who serve you! Show appreciation to those who serve you… (special note - waiter at restaurant...tip well) Take one person and find a way to serve them… T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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Game Plan for Voting - Know Before You Go! 25:12

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Primary vs. General Election The Primary Election is your opportunity to select the best candidate within your party to represent your party in the General Election The General Election is your opportunity to select the best candidate over the other party’s candidate to put those particular principles into action What if you don’t want to “align” with a particular party? Example - you like Shohei Ohtani as a player and you want him to win - he’s currently playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series - for Ohtani to win, you are saying that you want the Dodgers to win. If the New York Yankees win the Series, Ohtani does not. Period. So, it doesn’t matter if you like the Dodgers or not - it doesn’t matter if you like party politics or not, if you want particular views and values to be advanced, you will need to align with the party that advances those views and values and vote accordingly. What if you don’t like the Electoral College and how the President is selected? Again, the Electoral College is about winning a majority of the votes from the majority of the states - like winning 4 out of the 7 games in the World Series - it’s not about how many runs (or votes) that you get, it’s about getting the majority of the runs (votes) in the majority of the games (states). Finally, what if you think that your vote doesn’t “count?” Doesn’t matter - it’s your vote - and you have both a responsibility and opportunity to cast a ballot - take it. Also, voting for candidates “down ballot” is tremendously important - not just voting for the President in this election. T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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Dealing with Disappointment 27:49

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Perspective God’s at work, you can’t see everything… Stop comparing yourself to others We are too often the heroes of our own story… Prayer Ongoing conversation with God - help me see what you want me to see…and learn… People Have a proper perspective of others - use the word “friend” sparingly! Take the focus off yourself - be a blessing to others…and you’ll be blessed! Here’s what I’m not saying… You don’t get to write your own story in life - you are not the master of your own fate, captain of your own soul - sorry William Ernest Henley But, regardless of what happens to you, you can control your attitude I’ve seen hardships make a person better…and bitter. Choose better. T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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You Were Made for Something GREAT! 26:07

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Jeremiah 12:5 “If you have raced with men on foot and they have worn you out, how can you compete with horses? If you stumble in safe country, how will you manage in the thickets by the Jordan? The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness: The Path to True Christian Joy - Tim Keller Learn to celebrate the victories of others - their victory isn’t your defeat… T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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Your BODY is a BILLBOARD for God! 31:27

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Everything physical is a picture of something spiritual… Genesis 1:26-27 Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. In the creation of physical life, there is one who initiates, gives…and one who receives… In the creation of spiritual life, there is one who gives (grace)...and one who receives (new life)... Our physical bodies point to God’s design for relationship and redemption! When sin corrupts God’s design, our physical bodies point to the coming Redeemer - God institutes physical circumcision, the cutting away of the male flesh to point to the Messiah, who is the Good Seed (semen) The spiritual reality that corresponds to this physical picture is the idea that as the receivers of God’s grace, our hearts are circumcised and new life is created. T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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What's Your Spiritual Diet - Resolve to be Better! 40:41

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Guest: Parker Panetti Daniel 1:8 - Daniel resolved not to defile himself. What areas of your life do you need to resolve to do and NOT do to be the man that God has called you to be? Find some godly men and ask to spend time with them, ask them what things they would recommend you do to improve your position in life. Dietrich Bonhoeffer - The Cost of Discipleship - the way that I read Bonhoeffer is that the mediocre faith that so many have simply isn’t even an option for those children of God who have been bought with the blood of Jesus! T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle ( info@training4manhood.com ) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website. Huge thank you to Jared Wood for allowing T4M to use his music in our intro and outro selections.…

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Preparing for Critical Conversations 34:53

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