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Most Christian men are saved… but stuck.

They go to church, they serve, they’re “nice guys” — but they’re still on the X. No movement, no mission, no real discipleship. In Episode 38 of The Building & Becoming Show, I sat down with two of the men who have shaped my life more than almost anyone: Mike Freeman (Army Veteran, Lifegate men’s leader) and Mike Schinker (old-school discipler, almost 80 and still in the gym).

https://www.instagram.com/mfreeman12000/ FREEMAN

https://www.instagram.com/jayhawk91/ SCHINKER

We asked a simple question:

👉 If 1,000 men from ages 12–87 were in one room and handed us the mic… what would we say?

Inside this episode we hit:

🔥 The difference between a believer and a follower

🔥 Why “church programs” don’t create disciples (and what actually does)

🔥 How physical training and spiritual discipline mirror each other

🔥 Why most Christian men abuse “grace” as a license to stay average

🔥 The bridge between faith and fitness: discipline

🔥 The four pillars of authentic manhood – reject passivity, accept responsibility, lead with courage, expect God to show up

🔥 Why your body, soul, and spirit all matter if you want to lead your family

🔥 The Ranger Creed and how it points to elite Kingdom living

🔥 How we’re doing mass discipleship inside Building & Becoming every single week

This isn’t a comfy church talk. This is a wake-up call for men who are tired of being spiritually soft, physically weak, and stuck in “good enough.”

If you’re ready to:

– Stop hiding behind church attendance

– Build real spiritual disciplines

– Get strong, fit, and capable

– Lead your family and leave a legacy that actually looks like Christ

…then this episode is your invitation to get off the X and move.

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3️⃣ Share this with a man who needs a slap of truth and a shot of hope.

As for me and my house… we will serve the Lord. Let’s build men who actually live like it.

In this special Q&A episode, Jim Motz answers 7 powerful questions from the Building & Becoming community — diving deep into faith, fitness, mindset, and legacy.

You’ll learn how to balance faith and discipline, kill the old self, build a home of standards, and discover God’s purpose in your pain.

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Why a Christian Wears THIS SHIRT… And What It Reveals About America
Today’s solo cast dives into faith, culture, and personal excellence. I unpack why I wear the “THIS GEN SUCKS” shirt, preview my appearance on Counterpoint’s Conservative vs Liberal panel, and explain why our Paid Discipleship model inside Building & Becoming is transforming lives in faith, body, mindset, and lifestyle.

🔥 Links & Calls to Action
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🧭 What You’ll Learn
• Why humor + hard truth can help us talk about a divided America
• DEI vs meritocracy from a builder’s perspective
• Why discipleship should include the gym, nutrition, mindset, and lifestyle
• How “paid discipleship” creates skin-in-the-game transformation

⏱ Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:55 The shirt: humor, faith, and culture
05:10 Counterpoint preview: Conservatives vs Liberals
13:40 Is America more divided than ever?
23:10 DEI vs meritocracy
33:15 What “Paid Discipleship” means at B&B
45:20 Your next steps: Free Week + call

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📬 Engage
Comment where you agree or disagree, and keep it sharp and respectful. I read the comments and respond daily.

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Welcome to Episode 35 of The Building & Becoming Show with Jim and Allie Motz — a real, raw conversation about what we call Paid Discipleship 🔥

👉 We’re pioneering a movement that challenges the modern church’s approach to discipleship.
Most people are starving for growth — spiritually, physically, and mentally — but aren’t finding it on Sundays.
That’s why we built Building & Becoming Skool — a community of faith-driven men and women pursuing ARETÉ (Excellence) across Faith, Body, Mindset, and Lifestyle.

Inside our community you’ll find:
⚔️ Daily devotionals + hours of recorded modules
🔥 Weekly Zoom calls on discipline, habits, and leadership
💪 Accountability + nutrition + training plans
🙏 Real fellowship with believers who refuse to settle

We talk about why growth demands investment — why discipleship should be a lifestyle, not a Sunday habit.
If you’re tired of surface-level spiritual talk and ready to build a life of excellence, this episode is your wake-up call.

📖 Scripture References: 1 Cor 9:27 | Romans 12:1 | Malachi 3:10 | Hebrews 11:6
⚡ Theme: Faith • Discipline • Standards • Legacy

💬 COMMENT below: “What area of my life needs ARETÉ today?”

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GAY. CHRISTIAN. TRUMP SUPPORTER. PRISON.
Yeah — you read that right.
This is one of the most raw and courageous testimonies we’ve ever shared on The Building & Becoming Show.

In Episode 34, Jim sits down with Matt Melvin, the author of Bullied Behind Bars: A Gay Christian Trump Supporter Goes to Prison.
From federal prison to freedom in Christ, autism awareness to weight-loss transformation, politics, celibacy, discipline, and faith — nothing is off-limits in this conversation.

Matt opens up about:

• 🔥 Serving time in both state & federal prison

• ⚖️ Overcoming addiction, identity struggles, and judgment

• 💪 Losing 100 pounds through discipline & faith

• 🧠 Living on the autism / Asperger’s spectrum

• ✝️ Surrendering his life fully to Jesus Christ

• 🕊 Choosing celibacy & obedience over culture

• 🗣 Standing boldly as a Christian voice in today’s divided world

This episode challenges you to look deeper — beyond politics, beyond labels — and ask:
👉 “What does it really mean to live a life of ARETÉ (Excellence) in Faith, Body, Mindset, and Lifestyle?”

📖 Book: Bullied Behind Bars — available on Amazon
🌐 Website: https://www.bulliedbehindbars.com/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bulliedbehindbars/
The Building & Becoming Community is where discipleship meets discipline.
If you’re ready to pursue ARETÉ in Faith, Body, Mindset & Lifestyle, join us today.
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Join the Building & Becoming community (faith • fitness • standards of excellence): https://www.skool.com/building-and-becoming-3294/about?ref=a9c3594b155146838db7c76e3b184c89👉 DeepWater Coaching (apply here) — custom training, macros, supplementation, weekly Zooms: https://calendly.com/jimmotz/schedule-your-call-with-jimNewlyweds, Halloween vibes, and… Whole30?! In Episode 33, Ali (feat. a surprise Michael Myers cameo 😂) and Jim break down our strict Whole30 experiment — what shocked us in Week 1, the mindset + faith shifts in Week 2, and the breakthrough in Week 3. We share EXACT results pulled from our Hume system (fat lost, lean mass gained, metabolic age changes), what we reintroduced, what wrecked us (👀 dairy, grains, peanuts), and why this wasn’t about “dieting” but about discipline, freedom, and fueling our family well.What you’ll learn:The “Shock → Mirror → Breakthrough” 3-phase arc of Whole30How eliminating processed foods exposed comfort habits (hello, sugar dragon)Why physical discipline sharpened our spiritual focusReal metrics: fat loss, lean mass gain, metabolic age shiftsSimple family strategies (meal planning, kid-friendly wins, budget tips)How to enjoy social events and get right back on track the next dayEngage with us:Drop a comment with:One comfort food that’s low-key controlling you 🧃🍪A time your physical discipline sharpened your spiritual focus 🙏If you did Whole30 with your spouse, what would be the hardest part?One small discipline you’ll commit to for the next 30 days.If you’re tired of guessing macros, battling cravings, or feeling stuck, step inside the tribe. We’ll help you build the standards, structure, and community to become strong, fit, and capable in every area of life.👇 Start here• Join Building & Becoming: https://www.skool.com/building-and-becoming-3294/about?ref=a9c3594b155146838db7c76e3b184c89• DeepWater Coaching (apply): https://calendly.com/jimmotz/schedule-your-call-with-jim

🔥 Welcome to The Building & Becoming Show — this isn’t just another podcast. It’s a movement of faith, fitness, and purpose.

On the day before our wedding, I sat down for this impromptu solo episode to share from my heart — about what it means to raise your standards, live with excellence, and step boldly into your God-given identity.

This episode is a direct call to action — to stop living in comfort, step out of isolation, and join a community that challenges you to build your foundation in Christ and become everything you were created to be.

Because delay is your enemy.
Comfort zones are the cage.
And excellence is your birthright.

• Why faith and fitness must collide if you want real transformation

• The power of community and accountability in spiritual and physical growth

• How to cast vision for the person God designed you to be

• Why complacency is the greatest threat to your calling

• How to build strength — in spirit, body, and mind

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Welcome to The Building and Becoming Show, where we don’t just talk about change — we live it. In this powerful episode, Jim Motz breaks down two of the most quoted scriptures — Luke 6:27-28 and Matthew 22:37-39 — and offers a bold, Christ-centered perspective on loving your enemies and loving your neighbor as yourself.

🔥 Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why loving your enemies isn’t weakness but spiritual warfare.

• How Jesus’ command to “love your neighbor as yourself” demands self-discipline and personal excellence.

• Why fitness, self-care, and spiritual maturity are inseparable in the life of a believer.

• How to grow your capacity to love others by growing your capacity to love yourself.

• A challenge to take action today: build foundational faith and become strong, fit, and capable in all areas of life.

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Ready to become unstoppable? In Episode 30 of the Building and Becoming Podcast, Jim Motz shares a powerful blueprint for building discipline and resilience so you can thrive in faith, fitness, and life.You’ll discover:✅ How to turn daily habits into a disciplined lifestyle✅ Why resilience—not perfection—is the key to lasting success✅ The three “D” attacks (delay, distraction, discouragement) and how to crush them✅ How to reframe setbacks, failures, and bad days into growth opportunities✅ The secret to combining spiritual training and physical training for ultimate transformationWhether you’re a man over 40 ready to reclaim your health or anyone looking to strengthen your walk with Christ, this episode will help you break free from excuses, build mental toughness, and live the life you were created for.👉 Start your 7-Day Free Trial of the Building & Becoming Community: https://www.skool.com/building-and-becoming-3294/about?ref=a9c3594b155146838db7c76e3b184c89👉 Join Deepwater Coaching to go deeper & faster: https://calendly.com/jimmotz/schedule-your-call-with-jim

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