Intentional Guy

Intentional Guy

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Intentional Guy episodes

  • Episode 83 On Air with Ebon Sharp "My Road to Redemption"

    Ebon Sharp had it all - a beautiful wife, great kids, successful career. Yet he risked losing it all when his past caught up with him. Refusing to surrender his marriage without a fight, Ebon bore his soul, owned his failures, and resolved to do whatever it took to regain his wife's trust.

    Listen as this reformed bad boy transparently shares his gut-wrenching journey of earning forgiveness and redeeming himself as a husband and father. Ebon found the grit to rebuild his sacred marriage stronger than ever.
    His raw story of failure and redemption offers hope for every imperfect guy fighting for a second chance.

    59 min
  • Episode 82 With Dr. David Chotka

    "Hearing God's Voice - Transform Your Prayer Life"

    Are you longing to have a deeper prayer connection with God? Learn practical ways to recognize God's voice and presence in your daily life from expert Dr. David Chotka.
    In this faith-filled episode, host Michael Chestnut interviews Dr. Chotka, author of several books on prayer including "Hey God, Are You There? It's Me, God." They discuss how God speaks to us primarily through an increase or decrease of His manifest presence and how we can attune ourselves to recognize it. Dr. Chotka shares amazing stories of everyday people who learned to hear God's voice in surprising ways which transformed their prayer lives. You'll be encouraged and equipped to develop a more intimate two-way conversation with God yourself.
    https://www.spiritequip.com/books

    1 hr 11 min
  • Episode 81 Facing Pain, Taking Accountability: A Conversation with Nico Lagan

    Michael Chestnut talks with Nico Lagan about intentional living for men, gaining discipline, and taking accountability in life. They discuss facing pain in order to grow and change, overcoming excuses through discipline and courage, leading your family by example, rebuilding your life after hitting rock bottom, finding your purpose and living intentionally instead of merely existing.
    https://nicolagan.com/

    47 min
  • Episode 80 On Air with Joshua Shea The Pornography Epidemic Hurting Our Kids

    In this episode of The Intentional Guy podcast, host Michael Chestnut interviews Joshua Shay about the impact of pornography and how it can negatively affect young people. They discuss disturbing statistics around pornography addiction, including how common and accessible it has become in the internet age.

    Joshua shares his personal story of struggling with a 24-year pornography addiction that derailed his life and relationships. He now coaches others on recovering from pornography addiction. Michael also shares openly about how his pornography addiction resulted in losing his family and career.
    This eye-opening discussion covers how pornography can damage developing brains, especially for boys going through puberty. It is producing a generation of young men with porn-induced erectile dysfunction, impacting their ability to have normal relationships. The shame and stigma keeps it a secret crisis.
    Michael and Joshua offer straight talk to parents about signs your child may be addicted and how to educate kids on the realities and risks of today's uncensored online world. They urge parents not to shy away from these uncomfortable but necessary conversations. There are healthy ways to establish open dialogues with kids to protect them.
    This taboo topic needs more light shed on it. Tune in to hear these courageous men share guidance for overcoming addiction and keeping kids safe.

    57 min
  • Steps to becoming an intentional man in 2024

    Are you a Christian man looking to live a more purposeful life? In this practical and inspirational talk, Michael Chestnut shares five key areas where you can set priorities to live a fulfilling life of impact as a follower of Jesus Christ. Gain wisdom on spiritual growth, family, career, health, and community service. If you want to lead with intention and honor God with daily decisions, this video offers thoughtful strategies and encouragement. Invest a few valuable minutes to hear a powerful message just for you!
    Download the Steps to becoming an intentional man in 2024 PDF file here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_g7h2DfzFG7tkrEdeyOrhFlxelJwn3aw/view?usp=drive_link
    Schedule a one-on-one Zoom meeting with Michael Chestnut today, and let's discuss how "More than A Picture" will help you as an individual and the men in your church and community. We know this will be a game changer in the lives of those men attending. Schedule a time with Michael at https://calendly.com/intentionalguy/free-15-minute-call

    13 min
  • Episode 78 On Air with Kyle Duford From Corporate Crash to Restored Leader

    Intentional Guy host Michael Chestnut interviews Kyle Duford, President and CEO of The Brand Leader, about living an intentional life as a Christian businessman. Kyle shares his story of struggling to find his identity and purpose, going through a divorce and getting fired, before rediscovering his faith and starting his branding agency. He offers advice on integrating your values in all areas of life, surrounding yourself with people who challenge you, embracing your flaws, and building real connections. They discuss the importance of knowing who you are, not comparing yourself to others, accepting help from brothers, and presenting yourself authentically in different contexts. Kyle talks about turning weaknesses into strengths and gives examples of modeling Jesus' approach to "branding." Whether you're a business leader looking to lead with purpose or simply a man trying to live intentionally, this insightful conversation will encourage you to grow into the man God created you to be. Check out the full episode to hear more! Website http://kyleduford.com Website #2 http://thebrandleader.com LinkedIn URL https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyleduford YouTube URL https://www.youtube.com/@yeahthatkyle Instagram https://www.instagram.com/yeahthatkyle

    46 min
  • Episode 77 Battling Chronic Pain with Intentional Living

    We all face struggles that can overwhelm us. Join host Michael Chestnut as he shares openly about battling chronic pain and depression. Learn simple but powerful tips on surrounding yourself with support, finding strength through scripture, the power of intentional living, and more to help you thrive despite the hardships you face. This transparent conversation will encourage and equip you to stand firm when life tries to bring you down.

    7 min
  • Episode 76 From Broken Pastor to Restored Man of God (My 15-Year Journey to Freedom)

    Episode 76 Be more than A Picture - Michael shares openly about his past struggles, describing a "wicked past" including things like isolation, poor choices, feeling far from God. He mentions being an ordained minister yet feeling hypocritical and disconnected from God.
    He shares about being molested as a child by a missionary staying at his house, and how this trauma impacted him negatively for years. He felt worthless, hopeless, and hated himself.
    After hitting rock bottom, he slowly found restoration over 15 years. Key people like Ron and Pastor Tim reached out to him and showed love. He found freedom, and now wants to help other men finding restoration.
    He talks about the importance of intentionality, accountability, friendship, hearing God's voice. He discusses tools like his book and workbook to help build godly character and identify strongholds.
    The overall theme is his personal story of struggle, isolation, restoration, and wanting to help other men avoid long battles by offering hope, help, truth, and accountability. He shares lots of hard-earned wisdom about identity in Christ, spiritual warfare, freedom from past wounds, and living an intentional life following God.
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    37 min
  • Episode 75 On Air with Paul Zollman

    On this episode of The Intentional Guy podcast, host Michael Chestnut interviews author Paul Zollman about his book "The Role of Love" which offers a fresh take on the popular "5 Love Languages."

    Zollman shares his journey from an abusive and angry upbringing to breaking that generational cycle by taking responsibility for his emotions and relationships. This led him to develop an innovative way to teach the essence of love languages through a dice game that prompts practicing giving love through gifts, touch, acts of service, quality time and words.

    It takes the focus off guessing what others want and makes it about becoming "love linguists" - learning how to actively love people around us through various means. They discuss how this intentional approach trains us to see opportunities to express love, bring more light into the world, and relate to others from a place of genuine care.

    Tune in to hear insights on overcoming negativity, the power of modeling emotional health for kids early on, and why choosing to love widely benefits both ourselves and community. It's a simple but profound guide to living out the golden rule.

    39 min
  • Episode 74 On Air with Mark Jordan​

    Unravel is for any man on any journey.
    Unravel was started by a group of Christian men who want more from themselves and each other. They wanted to create a space to explore how to be a better man, where they could grow as Christians, friends, workers, husbands, and fathers.
    The process flows from the Bible and draws from a number of Christian and secular teachers, scholars, and leaders. That said, the principles are universal. Through each Unravel experience, participants strive to articulate their unique, personal vision and a practical framework for moving that vision forward.
    https://www.unravelgroups.com/

    42 min

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