Feeling stretched thin by schedules, money tension, or the pressure to keep up with everyone else’s expectations? In this episode, we unpack a practical way to bring peace and purpose back into your home: write a simple family vision, choose a few lived values, and let those guide every yes and no. Drawing from Proverbs 29:18 and Habakkuk 2:2, we explore how revelation becomes real when you slow down, listen for God’s voice, and make it plain—on paper, in practice, and in the rhythms of your week.

We share stories from our own homes—why we chose presence over hustle, how a one-income season shifted our priorities, and how intentional weekly rhythms create space for joy. You’ll hear a framework that starts with becoming before doing: love God in a real relationship, learn to love yourself as God loves you so you can love others well, steward everything with care, and choose joy by creating moments and memories that last. These aren’t slogans; they become guardrails that protect your time, money, and attention from algorithms and urgencies that don’t know your purpose.

If you’ve felt scattered, reactive, or stretched beyond what’s healthy, this conversation will help you define who you want to become, choose a short list of values you can actually live, and schedule your “big rocks” first so the rest can fit around them. By the end, you’ll walk away with shared language for decisions, a way to get aligned with your spouse, and a path to turn faith into daily practice.

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Thanksgiving week has a way of revealing both our best intentions and our messiest moments—and that’s where we begin. From family stories to the comfort movie that still hits, to the joy of a brand-new griddle humming on the patio, we trace the thread from meals to meaning. Gathering, cooking, and laughing become the rituals that create belonging—without the pressure that often shadows Christmas. We even swap notes on the hidden costs of the hobby (tools, covers, cleanup) and the surprising grace of letting go—of old grills, old habits, and old expectations.

From there, we turn to gratitude. Not the polished kind you find on greeting cards, but the steady kind that survives numb seasons and unanswered questions. We explore gratitude as a choice—a practice rooted in Scripture, prayer, and the daily nearness of God. That opens the door to a deeper shift: choosing surrender over strategy. Instead of forcing a three-to-five-year plan, we aim to love well right now—God first, then our families, then our friends—and trust that tomorrow will take care of itself. There’s room here for lament, for psalms sung at a piano, and for letting God burn away the chaff so a cleaner refill can come.

We end with a word from Joshua 1—be strong and courageous—and the promise that makes courage possible: wherever we go, God goes with us. If you’re craving a slower, steadier way through the holidays, this conversation blends practical warmth with spiritual depth—part backyard hibachi, part soul reset. You’ll find insights on gratitude, surrender, spiritual resilience, and how small rituals can reshape a season.

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Ever notice how the best laughs open the door to the deepest lessons? We kick things off with some 80s Olan Mills nostalgia and on-camera mishaps, and before long we’re neck-deep in the stuff that actually shapes us: listening to understand, leading with open hands instead of control, and learning how to put the good in goodbye without bitterness.

Paul, Barnabas, and John Mark make an appearance—not as a cautionary tale of a church split, but as a picture of multiplication when disagreement is handled with honor.

We get practical about seasons and pruning. Trees flourish when they’re cut back with purpose; teams and friendships do too. We talk about setting for this season expectations, blessing transitions, and resisting the urge to turn every departure into drama. And if you’ve been stretched thin by expectations, you’ll feel the sting of people-pleasing. The John Candy documentary becomes a mirror for ministry and leadership: when “yes” becomes an identity, burnout isn’t far behind. Boundaries aren’t selfish; they’re spiritual stewardship.

We also name toxicity and how quickly it spreads. Acts 14 shows minds poisoned by unresolved hurt and agenda-driven words. Before posting or replying, we ask: Does this build unity or feed division? The mantra we land on is simple and hard: the less I strive, the more I thrive. Less of me, more of Him. That shift frees us to lead with clarity, love people without clutching them, and trust God to grow different branches in different directions.

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A 30-minute argument with ChatGPT about an outdated “paper gap” tip turns into more than a laugh; it becomes a live-fire lesson in discernment. Trust the tool. Verify with reality. Keep your agency.

That tension points to the deeper work: ordering life by spirit, soul, and body. Justification is a gift you can’t earn; sanctification is a daily choice you can’t outsource. The goal isn’t behavior polish—it’s heart transformation that flows through thoughts and habits.

We talk honestly about real struggles—lust, pride, performance—and the strange mercy of thorns that keep us leaning on grace. Shame stalls growth; confession unlocks it. Scripture anchors us. Prayer becomes oxygen. Friendship builds guardrails when old triggers try to pull us back.

We close with Psalm 126 and the courage to sow in tears. Even on hard days, you still have seed to plant—encouragement to give, truth to speak, presence to offer. That’s where durable joy grows: not in numbing pain, but in partnering with God through it.

Use AI as a tool, not a teacher. Feed your spirit first, let your mind agree with truth, and watch your body follow.

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A father–son road trip to pick up a racing engine sparks a playful riff on soundtracks, lyrics, and the strange ways music becomes the story of our lives. Then the tone shifts. We open a tender chapter about hustle, calling, and the December miscarriage that exposed the shadow side of ambition—how easy it is to run over people in a good-sounding name.

What followed wasn’t a strategy but a surrender. A quiet question—When was the last time you simply sat across a table to listen?—became the doorway back to purpose. One-by-one coffees with no agenda, a discipline to listen without rescuing, and a return to Philippians 2 reshaped everything: do nothing from selfish ambition, consider others, attend to their interests. The result wasn’t smaller impact; it was deeper impact. Doors opened without forcing. Community shifted from planning sessions to fireside conversations. Presence replaced performance. Hidden work—prayer, listening, steady friendship—carried more power than any platform.

We also confront how art forms us. The melodies we love can carry messages we’d never choose, just as the habits we celebrate can hide motives we need to name. Guardrails help: playlists that lift when certain songs pull us under, rhythms of rest, questions that ask whether a choice serves people or only our image. And we hold space for ongoing grief—four miscarriages and a stillbirth—alongside the joy of four sons. Pain didn’t disappear; it found purpose in an others-first life, where obedience looks like small tables, honest questions, and the courage to slow down.

If you’re tired, grieving, or caught in the churn, this conversation offers practical hope: listen before you solve, choose people over platform, and let God breathe on the unseen parts of your week. Subscribe for more stories like this, share it with a friend who needs encouragement, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway so we can keep building this community together.

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A detour for cheap gas at Buc-ee’s, a stranger named Joe from Idaho, and a headset cameo at Starbucks set the stage for a much deeper conversation about presence—slowing down, asking better questions, and carrying the fruit of the Spirit into ordinary places.

What begins with laughter and connection turns into one of the most personal episodes yet, as Rhett opens up about his journey through divorce in his early twenties—betrayal, an emptied home, financial wreckage, and the moment he chose worship over despair. That decision, anchored in Proverbs 3:5–6 and Psalm 34, became the first step out of a long, dark tunnel.

Together, we explore what real trust looks like when everything falls apart—not with clichés or quick fixes, but through the quiet choices that carry you forward through faith: showing up when it hurts, giving with a grateful heart, leaning on loyal, life-giving friends, worshiping while weeping, forgiving instead of growing bitter, and trusting God when nothing makes sense and you truly don’t understand.

Over time, redemption gave way to restoration—family rebuilt with Linda and Max, debts erased, ministry renewed—and what once felt like a mountain now looks like a distant hill in the rearview mirror.

If you’re walking through heartbreak, burnout, or loss that’s taken your breath away, this conversation offers both hope and handles. You’ll hear how to “see the color” again, how to ask questions that awaken dreams, and how one step with God can outrun a thousand in your own strength.

Come for the laughs about Buc-ee’s and Starbucks. Stay for a story of grace, grit, and the God who brings beauty from brokenness.

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It started with a simple question at a Starbucks window — “Are you in theater?” That moment cracked something open. What followed was a conversation about creativity that refuses to stay quiet, the tension between performance and grace, and the surprising places where joy still hides.

From opera memories and community theater to Top Gun: Maverick and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, we trace how small scenes can awaken big parts of ourselves — old dreams, honest fears, and the courage to try again without chasing applause.

We get real about the weight of performance: the urge to impress, the pressure to deliver, and the emptiness that lingers after even our brightest wins. Then we chart a new way — where identity is anchored in grace, service flows from love, and the process matters more than the platform. That truth comes alive when a night of deep heaviness turns into a breakthrough at a men’s retreat. Psalm 23 shifts from a verse on a screen to a lifeline on the ground — and what felt like a valley becomes sacred soil for one of our most meaningful ministry moments.

If nostalgia’s been tugging at you — or if you’ve been wrestling with ambition, identity, or the need to “be enough” — this one’s for you. We talk about using creativity to reclaim lost parts of yourself without regret, honoring limits while still pursuing excellence, and recognizing the mountaintops hidden inside ordinary days.

And for those who’ve been with us on this journey — the countdown to our final Episode of 100 officially begins.

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A narrow mountain road. Twenty-two men. One idea that sounded potentially crazy and turned out to be healing. We took a side‑by‑side up the Sawtooths montains of Idaho and found more than a view: we found a practice for courage. At the summit, we asked a group of ranchers, farmers, and friends to do something simple and wildly uncomfortable—yell. The first shout rolled across the peaks and came back like an army. The second one broke through the noise inside us. In the long echo, tough men turned quiet, and for a moment we all realized the sacredness of the moment.

Back at the retreat, that sound followed us into worship. We’d been singing Gratitude by Brandon Lake all weekend, and “Come on, my soul, don’t you get shy on me” finally landed in our bones. We talked about the labels slapped on us when we were boys and how many we still carry. Then we invited every man to raise his voice again—this time as a claim on freedom. The room shook. Some cried. Others stood taller. It wasn’t for show. It was a release. When honesty leads the way, praise becomes a place where God meets people in the open.

Sunday carried the fruit—hands raised for salvation, lingering conversations in the cold air, and story after story of men who felt seen. We share vulnerably about past failures, the difference between shame and testimony, and why the cornerstone matters when you’re rebuilding your life. If you’ve needed a nudge to let go, to sing louder, to name the label and lay it down, this one’s for you.

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From weight loss breakthroughs to spiritual battlegrounds, this episode takes listeners on a journey through transformation in both physical and spiritual realms. We kick off sharing a surprising weight loss success story where changing eating habits proved more effective than intense exercise regimens. The simple shift to portion control, smarter food choices, and focusing on protein over carbs yielded remarkable results without the feeling of deprivation or constant hunger.

The conversation naturally flows into deeper waters as we examine the spiritual implications of seemingly innocent cultural practices. We challenge listeners to consider why, as believers, we might decorate our homes with symbols representing the very forces we're called to oppose. Drawing from personal experiences with occult practices in our youth, we reflect on how easily dangerous spiritual realities become normalized through entertainment and marketing.

One of the most powerful moments comes through discussing Jesus' approach to darkness. Rather than avoiding spaces others feared as "haunted," He specifically chose them—demonstrating that light has nothing to fear from darkness. This perspective transforms how we engage with cultural celebrations like Halloween, suggesting that rather than withdrawing, believers can create spaces of genuine joy, community, and light.

Throughout our dialogue, we weave together practical health wisdom with spiritual discernment, showing how our everyday choices—from what we eat to how we decorate our homes—reflect our deeper values and beliefs. The conversation reminds us that transformation isn't about perfection but alignment, bringing our daily practices into harmony with what we truly believe.

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Have you ever noticed how everyday moments can suddenly reveal profound truths about life, faith, and leadership? That's exactly what unfolds in this heartfelt conversation between Justin and Rhett as they meander from selling forgotten items on Facebook Marketplace to navigating treacherous mountain paths in Idaho.

The guys share laughs about the unexpected challenges of selling $5 items online—the no-shows, the excuses, and the surprising test of patience these transactions become. As they exchange stories about gifting guitars and golf clubs, a deeper theme emerges about stewardship and valuing what we've been given rather than constantly craving more.

When the conversation shifts to an upcoming men's retreat in the mountains of Idaho, what begins as playful banter about ATVs and dangerous trails evolves into a powerful discussion about calculated risk. Justin and Rhett explore the wisdom of knowing when to embrace adventure and when to prioritize what matters most, highlighting how true courage sometimes means making the less flashy choice.

This naturally flows into the heart of the episode—an exploration of Jesus' Parable of the Sower. With remarkable insight, they unpack how differently people respond to truth planted in their hearts. Some receive it with joy but wither quickly in difficult times. Others let the worries of life choke out what was planted. But those who cultivate good soil produce lasting fruit.

Perhaps most powerful is their reminder that growth happens in darkness before it's visible to others. The most meaningful transformation often occurs in seasons of obscurity, requiring humility and faithful stewardship of what God has entrusted to us. As Rhett beautifully puts it, "We have to kill the things that are killing us."

Whether you're navigating difficult decisions, wondering how to nurture your faith through challenging times, or simply enjoying authentic conversation between friends, this episode offers both practical wisdom and spiritual encouragement for your journey. Share this episode with someone who could use some authentic truth today!

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