In this episode of the Men After God podcast, Dustin Alley and Luke Sorensen talk about why most New Year goals die fast and what to do instead. They unpack the difference between setting goals and building daily disciplines, then pull back the curtain on the origin story of Dustin’s book Becoming a Man After God. Dustin shares how a season of overload pushed him to the edge and how one question shifted everything from doing things for God to learning how to do life with God. Together, they challenge men to prioritize what matters, build rhythms that protect their walk with Christ and their families, and pursue holistic stewardship that includes spiritual, mental, and physical health. They close with a simple reflection tool that turns listening into action so growth becomes real and repeatable.

Chapters

00:00 Why goals die by January 5 and why daily agenda matters
02:01 Dustin’s goals and the action plans behind them
04:48 Spiritual goals at home and intentional discipleship with kids
05:26 Luke’s goals, Working Genius, and teaching core principles to children
07:12 Why Dustin wrote Becoming a Man After God
08:55 The overload season, the warning signs, and the breaking point
13:30 The five part framework that shaped the book
18:00 Who you are becoming and how decisions shape identity
20:37 Discipline, rhythms, Daniel 1, and the power of small choices
23:42 Why you never arrive and why that is the point
27:56 Holistic stewardship and why spiritual, mental, and physical are connected
29:59 Reflection questions that turn content into change

Resources mentioned in this episode
Becoming a Man After God by Dustin Alley - https://a.co/d/5KZkPq0
Working Genius assessment and certification - https://www.workinggenius.com/
John Beasley, Mind and Body Fitness - https://mindandbodystrength.com/
Greater Oaks Foundation and Spartan fundraiser - https://fundraise.spartan.com/page/Dustin-26972750
Dustin’s Airbnb in Kissimmee Florida - https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1569707871787434572?source_impression_id=p3_1767051701_P35rKxpUcJYzGAiH

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In this episode of the Men After God podcast, Dustin Alley and Luke Sorensen kick off Season 2 by looking back on what God did in Season 1 and casting vision for what is next. They talk honestly about real life constraints, why they are shifting toward shorter episodes, and how the goal stays the same: serve men, strengthen families, and equip leaders with practical, biblical help. A major focus is Dustin’s book Becoming a Man After God and how churches can use it as a mens ministry resource through the included group facilitation guides. They also highlight the value of reflection after listening, the need for rest as worship, and how God sometimes leads by stopping you, not just by accelerating you.

Chapters

00:00 Season 2 kickoff and life updates
04:39 Season 1 recap, wins, losses, and what God taught them
10:23 Vision for Season 2 and the shift to shorter weekly episodes
13:06 Overview of the book Becoming a Man After God and the five principles
22:02 How to use the book and facilitation guides in a mens ministry or Bible study
28:58 The 15 minute format and how to turn listening into action
34:36 Valleys, being stopped by God, and the book Deeper
38:10 Shout outs, non sponsor promotions, and ways to connect

Resources mentioned in this episode
Becoming a Man After God by Dustin Alley -https://a.co/d/iA5BV3q
Group facilitation guides for the book, available by request as free PDFs - [email protected]
Deeper by Dane C Ortlund - https://a.co/d/ft43HrK
Riverside FM for recording - riverside.fm
Men of Valor Ministries - https://www.movministries.org/
John Beasley, Mind and Body Fitness - https://mindandbodystrength.com/
Huberman Lab podcast - https://www.hubermanlab.com/podcast
The Diary of a CEO podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@TheDiaryOfACEO

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In this episode of the Men After God podcast, Adrian Ferrari discusses the universal struggle of resisting temptation and the importance of wisdom in overcoming it. Drawing from Proverbs 2, he emphasizes that God provides wisdom as a safeguard against the seductive nature of temptation. The conversation explores the significance of setting boundaries, seeking accountability, and understanding the consequences of giving in to temptation. Adrian encourages listeners to actively pursue wisdom through scripture and prayer, and to rely on God's strength to resist temptation, ultimately leading to a thriving relationship with Him.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Temptation and Wisdom

10:23 The Role of Boundaries and Accountability

15:47 The Consequences of Giving In to Temptation

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In this episode of the Men After God podcast, Dustin Alley and Luke Sorensen discuss the critical importance of developing future leaders within ministry. They emphasize the need for intentional leadership development strategies, recognizing potential in individuals, and the significance of a biblical foundation in leadership practices. The conversation also highlights effective communication techniques to engage audiences and the role of leaders as guides rather than heroes in the development process. In this conversation, Luke Sorensen and Dustin Alley discuss the importance of modeling leadership through Jesus, recognizing potential in others, and the significance of spiritual maturity in developing future leaders. They emphasize the need for intentional relationships, effective recruitment strategies, and the importance of character development in leadership roles within the church. The discussion highlights practical steps for pastors and leaders to cultivate a thriving men's ministry and foster a supportive community. 

Chapters

00:30 Empowering Future Leaders in Ministry

3:10 The Importance of Leadership Development Pipelines

7:14 Recognizing and Nurturing Potential

10:23 Building a Biblical Foundation for Leadership

12:34 Engaging Communication Strategies

17:39 The Role of the Guide in Leadership Development

21:04 Modeling Leadership Through Jesus

22:19 Seeing Potential: The '10' Above Their Heads

25:15 Identifying Spiritual Maturity in Leaders

30:31 Recruiting and Developing Future Leaders

38:27 Building Intentional Relationships for Leadership Growth

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In this episode of Men After God, Dustin Alley delves into Proverbs chapter two, emphasizing the importance of diligently seeking wisdom as a vital aspect of spiritual growth. He discusses how wisdom is a treasure that requires effort to uncover, paralleling the pursuit of wisdom to the fervor one would have in searching for gold. Alley encourages listeners to apply biblical wisdom in their daily lives and to seek God's guidance earnestly, highlighting that true wisdom comes from understanding and living according to God's Word.

Chapters

0:30 Introduction to Men After God and Proverbs

1:29 The Pursuit of Wisdom

6:39 Diligence in Seeking Wisdom

12:40 Applying Wisdom in Daily Life

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In this episode of the Men After God podcast, host Luke Sorenson sits down with Jason Tester for a powerful conversation on the true nature of forgiveness.

Jason reminds us that forgiveness isn’t something we muster up on our own — it is a gift from God, made possible through Jesus, not through our own strength, feelings, or willpower.

Together, Luke and Jason explore:
- Why forgiveness is spiritually impossible without Christ
- The internal battle between our flesh and the Spirit
- Why your feelings aren’t the foundation of forgiveness
- How God empowers us to forgive what we could never let go of alone

If you've ever struggled to forgive someone who hurt you, battled resentment, or felt like you just can’t move on, this episode will give you clarity, hope, and a path forward rooted in the gospel, not self-effort.

🧭 Key Takeaways
-Forgiveness comes from Jesus, not from our feelings.
-The ability to forgive is a divine gift.
-True forgiveness is a reflection of Jesus's love.

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In this episode of the Men After God podcast, host Luke Sorensen sits down with Dr. Bryan Samms to unpack a powerful story of family, faith, and calling. Bryan shares the journey behind his new book, Rescued, the miracle of adoption in his family, the priority of marriage and kids in ministry, and the gospel picture of our adoption in Christ. You will hear how God provides in impossible seasons and how churches and men can live true religion by caring for the fatherless and strengthening the home.

Whether you are exploring adoption, navigating infertility, or simply seeking to grow in your faith as a man after God, this episode will encourage your faith and provide you with practical next steps.

🧭 Key Takeaways

• Adoption is a vivid gospel picture of our new name, new family, and new inheritance in Christ
• A man’s first ministry is his home and his marriage must remain first after God
• God provides when we walk in obedience even when the path is costly or unclear
• True religion includes caring for the orphan and the widow and the local church can lead the way
• Infertility and waiting can become seasons of prayer, fasting, and deep dependence on God
• Every man can participate in orphan care through prayer, giving, serving, and church initiatives
• Preaching and leadership gifts grow through coaching, learning, and humble practice

🕐 Time Stamps

00:01 Welcome and guest intro
 00:45 Bryan’s story and heart for building men
 03:50 Family first ministry and life priorities
 08:47 Why Rescued was written and the big idea
 12:37 The gospel picture of adoption from Scripture
 23:14 Infertility and the waiting years
 25:30 The first adoption and a miracle of provision
 27:25 God gives a son after ten years
 28:59 Emergency placement becomes forever family
 31:34 Another child added and trusting God’s provision
 36:39 How singles and couples can support adoption and foster care
 41:22 Small group curriculum overview and how it works
 43:49 Where to get the book and church resources

🎯 Resources Mentioned

• Book Rescued by Dr. Bryan Samms
• Small group video curriculum for churches
• Church Advance podcast
• Pulpit Advance coaching for preachers
• River City Baptist Church

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In this episode of the Men After God podcast, host Luke Sorensen tackles a struggle that many men face but few recognize — drifting away from God. Luke explains how spiritual drift often happens not through rebellion, but through complacency and inaction, and he offers a practical framework for getting back on course.

Using the STEER acronym, he challenges listeners to:

• Stop coasting,
• Take charge of their spiritual direction,
• Engage intentionally with God,
• Evaluate their growth, and
• Return to their anchor — Jesus Christ.

Through biblical insight and real-life application, Luke encourages men to live with spiritual focus, accountability, and intentionality. Whether you feel stuck, distracted, or distant from God, this episode will help you recognize the drift, adjust your direction, and steer your faith back toward Christ.

🧭 Key Takeaways

• If you feel distant from God, it's not Him who moved.
• Drifting away from God often happens through inaction.
• Intentionality is key to maintaining a relationship with God.
• The STEER acronym helps guide spiritual growth.
• Evaluate your spiritual journey regularly to avoid drifting.
• Engage intentionally with God through prayer and Bible study.
• Accountability in relationships strengthens faith.
• The culture will not lead you closer to God.

🕐 Time Stamps

2:20 The Concept of Drifting Away from God
 4:39 The Importance of Intentionality
 6:30 Using the STEER Acronym for Spiritual Growth
 10:30 Recognizing the Signs of Drifting
 13:17 The Role of Scripture in Preventing Drift
 16:53 The Dangers of Spiritual Complacency
 20:42 Taking Charge of Your Spiritual Course
 22:01 Navigating the Cultural Drift
 25:14 Intentional Living and Spiritual Discipline
 28:31 The Importance of Scripture Memorization
 32:06 Building Relationships and Accountability
 36:30 Evaluating Spiritual Growth and Direction
 41:26 Returning to Your Anchor

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