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Today more than ever, young men need their male role models to step up and help them understand what it means to be a man and bestow that mantle upon them. If a boy is never told what it means to be a man or that it's time to be one, he'll subconsciously extend his adolescent years far into his teens and twenties ... or beyond.   

Steven Arms lives in Portland, Oregon, with his wife, Emily, and is the proud father of two young children. In 'Milestone to Manhood' , Steven shares his firsthand experience of his Rite of Passage weekend and reflects on how it shaped him into the man that he is today.  

WHAT'S UNIQUE ABOUT Milestones to Manhood? 

It offers the perspective of both the father and the son, both of whose lives and families were changed by the event. In the past, societies from around the world held initiation events to mark the transition from boyhood to manhood. These gatherings created a situation where elders could bestow the “knowledge of life” and “family values” with the younger generation. This helped keep the tribe alive and well cared for.   

Listen in as Terence Chatmon and Steven Arms discuss this important topic and experience.   

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Thomas Lutz started Vision Planners, LLC a strategic planning consultancy designed to assist leaders in creating plans to advance their visions.  As a result of his unique background Tom has served hundreds of churches, non-profits, and businesses in the development of plans designed to ensure the accomplishment of their leader’s visions.  

Tom’s book: “Equipping Christians for Kingdom Purpose in Their Work: A Guide for All Who Make Disciples” was published in 2022  

Have you thought about how to equip Christians for Kingdom Purpose in their work?  “In God’s kingdom, it’s never enough just to have spiritual insight or a pure heart – faithfulness is always revealed in action.”  40% of Christians are engaged in any kind of discipleship, what does it all mean for where we live, work, and worship?   

What workplace tension (s) do you feel are prevalent in the marketplace today?    

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Many Christian books talk about sexual issues within broader works on marriage, but few resources comprehensively and biblically guide couples on sexual intimacy. Navigating sex in marriage has always been tricky, and research overwhelmingly suggests that the pandemic has further complicated intimacy in marriage.   

In her new book, God, Sex, and Your Marriage, Dr. Slattery applies a biblical framework to the practical challenges in sexual intimacy and helps couples by addressing questions like:  Why do we struggle in this area of marriage?    

Dr. Juli Slattery is a clinical psychologist, author, and co-founder of Authentic Intimacy, a ministry dedicated to reclaiming God’s design for sexuality. In addition to speaking, she hosts the podcast Java with Juli.  In 2020, Juli launched Sexual Discipleship®, an online platform to equip Christian leaders for gospel-centered conversations about sexual issues. She’s the author of twelve books, including Rethinking Sexuality; Passion Pursuit; and Sex & the Single Girl.  She and her husband Mike live in Akron, Ohio, and have three grown sons.  

Book: God, Sex, and Your Marriage (Moody Publishers)  

Program: Victorious Family Podcast  Our mission to equip and empower parents to disciple their children. Equipping a Generation, to Reach a Generation.

Why are we challenged by the differences in generations? Are the differences in the generations truly that far apart? How are we to reach the next generation of parents who carries the call to reach the next generation by making equipped and mature disciples? What is the Hope we have? Listen in on this conversation with Dr Bryan Chapell and Terence Chatmon as they discuss Celebrating Generations.   

Dr. Bryan Chapell, speaking from Acts 13:1-5, implores us to yield to the power of the Holy Spirit in spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the nations.  

Dr. Bryan Chapell is a pastor and theologian who currently serves as the Stated Clerk of the Presbyterian Church in America. He was previously the Senior Pastor of Grace Presbyterian Church in Peoria, Illinois. Prior to that he was President of Covenant Theological Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri for 18 years. Bryan is also an author, lecturer, and conference speaker.

In this episode of Victorious Friday with Terence Chatmon, we discuss the impact of media on the family and society.   

Today our friend, Dr. Ted Baehr is Founder and Publisher of MOVIEGUIDE®:  The Family Guide to Movies and Entertainment and Chairman of the Christian Film & Television Commission® ministry, as well as a noted critic, educator, lecturer, and media pundit. His life’s purpose is to be used of God to redeem the values of the media while educating audiences on how to use discernment in selecting their entertainment.  

How can you, as a parent, help your children to make the right decisions when it comes to movies and other media?    

“He who controls the media controls the culture” – Ted Baehr.

In today's episode of Victorious Friday we have special guest,  George Barna. George Barna is the founder of The Barna Group, a market research firm specializing in studying the religious beliefs and behavior of Americans, and the intersection of faith and culture.

George and I discuss new research and insights into Millennials in America.

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In today's episode of Victorious Friday we have special guest,  Reverend Dr. D. Darrell Griffin. Reverend Dr. D. Darrell Griffin, D.Min. is a Senior Pastor, a certified Ministry Coach and Enneagram Trainer who is committed to educating, empowering and transforming the lives of God’s people.

 Dr. Griffin and Dr.  Terence Chatmon, discuss how to embark on a journey to discovering and building a better YOU!

Many people desire to improve their lives, particularly their relationships; however, few are willing to make the necessary changes to see lasting results.

As a pastor, spiritual director, and relationship coach, Pastor Griffin has taught the Enneagram to numerous colleagues, church lay leaders, congregations, not-for-profits, schools, businesses, and community service organizations in the last decade.

Since January 2000, Dr. Griffin has served as the Senior Pastor of the Oakdale Covenant Church of Chicago, Illinois. Under Dr. Griffin’s visionary leadership, Oakdale continues to be recognized as a haven of hope and spiritual transformation in the community and has become known as “A Great Church, with Great People, Serving a Great God.”

In today's episode of Victorious Friday we have two special guests, SQuire Rushnell and Louise DuArt. Squire and Louise share with Dr. Terence Chatmon, "Godwink" stories about individuals, families, and even a dog. 

SQuire is a popular speaker and New York Times Bestselling author who introduced the word “Godwink” into the language and dictionaries—“A coincidence that's not coincidence but an astonishing event from divine origin.” He is also a veteran ABC Television Network executive, and has led Good Morning America to number one and was the father of the acclaimed Schoolhouse Rock series and the ABC After School Specials. Programs under his direction captured more than 75 Emmy Awards.

Louise is known as “One of The World's Best Comedic/Impressionists." She has has toured with Tim Conway and Harvey Korman. She hosted a popular daily talk show on the ABC Family Channel, Living The Life for eight years. She has also toured as a popular Women of Faith speaker; and has garnered rave reviews starring in various Broadway productions.

Squire and Louise have co-authored six books. They are the authors/executive producers for the Hallmark Godwink Movie Series.The couple's first film for Netflix releases in 2022.

In today's episode of Victorious Friday we have special guest, Jared Cagle. Jared and Dr. Terence Chatmon discuss the pressures of raising children with a christian worldview in a rapidly changing world.