In this fresh teaching from Marty, he highlights how the discipleship journey is much like a thru-hike. Vital pieces like preparation, companionship and perseverance bring out the striking parallels between long distance hiking and the lifetime of discipleship in a man. 

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As we embark on a new year, we are excited to bring you more interviews with men sharing their perspectives and insights on living the Christian life in today's world.

This week, we feature James Milam, who brings 13 years of pastoral ministry experience, following his service in the U.S. Army and a successful career in masonry construction. James has been married to his wife, Angila, for 31 years, and they have two children: Kennedy (30), who is married with two children, and Fulton (26).

A passionate advocate for men’s ministry, James now leads Band of Brothers, an initiative designed to foster camaraderie among men while encouraging growth—mentally, physically, and spiritually. The program helps men embrace their God-given mission in their homes, churches, and communities.

You can connect with James through his website (The Band of Brothers), via email at [email protected], or by phone at ‭816-985-1063‬.

Finally, we're introducing a new podcast segment: Ask Marty Anything. Once we compile enough questions, we’ll hit record and let Marty address your topics, challenges, and concerns about living the Christian life as a man. To submit a question, email Mike at [email protected] or text us using the link below.

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Go with Marty on a prayer Journey through the Hebrew tabernacle. Think of it (use your imagination) as a way to get closer to God, as one would going from the least holy to the most holy. 

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In this interview with Don MacLafferty, we talk discipleship and how God uses us when we put ourselves out there for his purposes and not our own.

Find all the books Don mentions with this episode at the In Disciple website and click on the Resources tab.

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What is the best solution on to how to handle this contentious U.S. election cycle? Listen in as Marty simplifies what it means to be a Christian man right now and how to respond, not just this election season, but every day. 

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Prayer is powerful and in this episode Marty goes deep on prayer. He talks about how to pray, methods of prayer and practical tips on praying. If you don’t know how to pray or where to start, this one is for you. 

As mentioned a few times, you are welcome to join any of our prayer lines that meet throughout the week. Click here to see the time, join with a Zoom link and be in the Churchcenter group to get any updates. 

Marty also talked about using a document he created, A Prayer of Blessing and Empowerment for Your Wife, which you can download here. 

Finally, if you’re interested in joining any of the Men of Integrity groups, contact Tom Pyke - [email protected]

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Your family survival - do you know what it takes to make it through a crisis or trauma with your family? 

In this highly practical episode, Marty shares his points of the Family Survival Guide (available soon) to help any family use the same steps in a personal survival situation for you family. 

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For dads out there, this episode is especially for you. Marty talks about how to reach young men with the message of the importance of learning how to be a man.

Check the Father’s Day page that has plenty of material not just for Father’s Day but for dad and their families.

Also, check out the events page to see what is coming in the months ahead. 

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This episode is from a talk Jorge Torres did at our fall retreat, “Built for Freedom.” The message is entitled, “Proximity Matters.” You can find the interview Marty did with Jorge in the series on Freedom in July 2024.

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In this second part of the update to happenings in the ministry, Marty and Mike discuss the importance of being in a small group for growth and accountability.

Resources mentioned in this episode are Joshua's men, the groups page and Right Now Media, available for anyone who signs up through Blueprint for Men.

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