Way of the Heart Podcast

Navigating Life In the Trenches With Brothers


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Loneliness is epidemic among men today. The thing is, we’re not meant to live without deep friendship. Join Jake and Brett as they get real about the strength they’ve found in their own friendship and how they have intentionally invested in it over time. They share why every man needs true brothers who will walk with them through the trenches of life, and how to go about building friendships like that.  

 

Key Quote:

Be a son. Love the process. Close the gap. 

 

Key Points

  • Jake asks Brett a vulnerable question about their friendship
  • The importance of ‘checking in’ with our brothers
  • The power of consistency and presence (companionship) in brotherhood
  • Some simple things you can do to walk with someone through a hard time
  • Learning long-suffering and being okay with it
  • The difference between deep ‘3 am’ friendships and acquaintances
  • Why men need friends
  • Seasons of life that can be difficult that call for the support of good brothers: marriage challenges, parenting, work, health, mental health
  • The intentional process of building a deep friendship
  • It’s okay to be on your own but not all the time - we all need brotherhood

 

Discussion Questions

  1. What stood out to you in this episode?
  2. Do I worry that walking with a brother who is going through a difficult time will be draining? How can I show up for them in a way that simply offers my presence? 
  3. Have I ever experienced what Jake calls ‘long suffering’? Do I trust that it can make me a better man if I engage with it well?
  4. Who are my ‘3 am friendships’? If I can’t think of anyone, who in my life would I like to intentionally go deeper with to get there? 

 

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Website: www.wayoftheheartpodcast.com

 

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Way of the Heart PodcastBy Jake Khym and Brett Powell

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