Noble Pursuit Podcast

In Episode 13 of the Noble Pursuit Podcast, our guest is Seth Troutt. Seth is a husband, a father, a speaker, a pastor, and author of the new book Authentic Masculinity: Leaving Behind the Counterfeits for God's Design. In this conversation we discuss what authentic masculinity actually looks like, the challenge of discipline, the church's approach to physical fitness, the impact of passive fathers, the challenge of making friends, becoming a student of your wife, and the sanctifying role of children.

Takeaways

• Biblical masculinity starts with humility
• Discipline is downstream from rightly ordering our loves and values
• Passive fathers communicate with their inactivity
• Rebuilding trust starts with being the lead repenter
• Making friends requires creativity and investment
• Becoming a student of your wife is a practical way to cherish and nourish
• Children play a role in sanctifying their parents
• The legacy of likability is a father's hope for his children

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Background
• 01:17 Authentic Masculinity and Fatherhood
• 02:03 The Foundation of Biblical Masculinity: Humility
• 05:35 The Challenge of Discipline
• 08:43 The Church and Physical Fitness
• 12:41 The Impact of Passive Fathers
• 14:35 Honoring Unhonorable Fathers
• 16:48 Rebuilding Trust as a Passive Father
• 19:37 The Challenge of Making Friends
• 22:56 Becoming a Student of Your Wife
• 27:01 The Sanctifying Role of Children
• 31:09 Legacy of Likability

Connect with Seth:

Seth's website: https://sethtroutt.com/

Buy Seth's book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802438202?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback

Seth's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/authentic-masculinity/id1811007269

Instagram: @seth_troutt

X: @seth_troutt

Connect with Noble Pursuit:

Instagram: @noblepursuitmen

Website: noblepursuit.org

Congressman John McGuire shares his remarkable journey from foster care to becoming a Navy SEAL and serving in Congress. His experiences highlight the impact of faith, perseverance, and fatherhood, shaping his commitment to public service and love for his country.

Chapters

• 00:00 Life's Adversities and Faith
• 01:00 Foster Care and Religious Influence
• 02:04 Grace, Forgiveness, and Redemption
• 04:12 Journey to Becoming a Navy SEAL
• 08:00 Lessons from Navy SEAL Training
• 09:04 Fatherhood and Building Trust
• 11:23 Impact of Fatherhood and Legacy
• 12:31 Transition to Politics and Public Service
• 19:17 Hope for the Future and Faith in God
• 22:53 Love for Country and the Importance of Freedom

Connect With Rep. McGuire:

House Website: https://mcguire.house.gov/

Election Website: https://www.mcguireva.com/

Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/JohnMcGuire4VA/

Connect with Noble Pursuit:

Instagram: @noblepursuitmen

Website: noblepursuit.org

Ryan Bomberger, co-founder of the Radiance Foundation, shares his personal story of being conceived in rape and then adopted into a family of 15 and his passion for illuminating the value of life. He discusses the impact of his adoptive parents, the challenges he faced, and the importance of marriage and fatherhood.

Chapters

• 00:00 The Radiance Foundation and God-Given Purpose
• 01:47 Growing Up in a Large, Diverse Family
• 03:14 The Impact of Adoptive Parents
• 05:00 Dealing with Bitterness and Overcoming Challenges
• 07:05 Victim Mentality and Overcoming Adversity
• 09:24 Advocacy and Persuasion in Abortion Debates
• 15:35 Personal Stories and Life-Changing Conversations
• 18:10 Connecting with Birth Family and Personal Reflections
• 21:31 The Impact of Marriage and Prioritizing Relationships
• 27:36 Fatherhood and the Heart of the Father

Connect With Ryan:

Radiance Foundation Website: https://radiancefoundation.org/

Instagram: @ryanbomberger
Buy His Book: https://theradiancefoundation.myshopify.com/collections/should-have-been-aborted/products/should-have-been-aborted-by-ryan-bomberger

Connect with Noble Pursuit:

Instagram: @noblepursuitmen

Website: noblepursuit.org

In this episode, you'll get the chance to hear from Joey Odom. He is a dynamic speaker, podcast co-host, and a former tech co-founder. In this conversation, we talk about the impact of technology on relationships, the importance of intentional phone use, and the significance of small actions in building meaningful connections. Joey shares personal experiences and insights, highlighting the need for change in our relationship with technology and the importance of being present in our interactions. He also addresses concerns and hope for the future, emphasizing the role of small, intentional actions in shaping meaningful relationships.

Takeaways

• Intentional phone use
• Building relationships
• Small actions matter

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Personal Background
• 02:36 Impact of Technology on Relationships
• 03:07 The Moment of Change
• 06:38 Changing the Relationship with Technology
• 18:27 Parenting and Technology
• 21:46 Concerns and Hope for the Future
• 25:39 Final Thoughts and Reflections

Connect With Joey:

Website: https://www.joeyodom.life/

Instagram: @joeyodom.life
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brave-big/id1895895837

Connect with Noble Pursuit:

Instagram: @noblepursuitmen

Website: noblepursuit.org

Today's guest is Roland Warren. Roland is a husband, father, and the President and CEO of Care Net. This conversation delves into the impact of father wounds, the importance of fatherhood, and the shift from podium to pulpit leadership in the pro-life movement. Roland Warren emphasizes the pro-abundant life perspective, linking the Great Commandment and the Great Commission, and the need for the church to lead the pro-abundant life movement.

Takeaways

• Pro-abundant life perspective
• Shift from podium to pulpit leadership
• Linking the Great Commandment and the Great Commission
• The impact of father wounds and the importance of fatherhood

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Background
• 01:14 The Impact of Father Wounds
• 04:23 Healing Father Wounds and Fatherhood
• 10:09 Healing and Moving Forward
• 26:21 Pro-Abundant Life Ministry
• 30:14 The Future of the Pro-Life Movement
• 33:37 Connect with Roland Warren

Connect with Roland:

Website: https://rolandcwarren.com/

His New Book: https://tinyurl.com/mrpbhzx6

Care Net's Website: https://care-net.org/

Connect with Noble Pursuit:

Instagram: @noblepursuitmen

Website: noblepursuit.org

Chris Beach, CEO of the Fatherhood Foundation of Virginia, shares his personal journey and the mission of the foundation to educate and support men in becoming strong husbands, co-parents, and fathers. He emphasizes the importance of leaving a legacy and the societal issue of fatherlessness. The foundation provides resources, classes, and events to support fathers and families, and Chris shares impactful success stories from their work.

Takeaways

• Fatherhood Foundation of Virginia's mission is to educate and support men to be strong husbands, co-parents, and fathers.
• The societal issue of fatherlessness and the importance of leaving a legacy are key themes in the conversation.

Chapters

• 00:00 The Journey to Fatherhood Foundation
• 06:18 Personal Struggles and Lessons
• 12:10 Impactful Success Stories
• 19:37 Commission on Boys and Men
• 24:41 Getting Involved with Fatherhood Foundation

Connect with the Fatherhood Foundation of Virginia:

Website: https://vadad.org/

Instagram: @fatherhoodfoundationva

Fatherhood in Virginia report:

https://nationalmarriageproject.org/sites/nationalmarriageproject/files/2025-06/UVA%20-%20Good%20Fathers,%20Flourishing%20Kids%20Report.pdf

Connect with Noble Pursuit:

Instagram: @noblepursuitmen

Website: noblepursuit.org

Tom Pfanner shares his journey of becoming a father at a young age, the challenges he faced, and the impact it had on his life. He also discusses the importance of leadership and the role of fathers in their children's lives.

Tom also talks about the difficulty of parenting through seasons of rebellion and how small changes can make a huge difference.

Connect with Tom:

Instagram: @the.leadership.dad

Book:https://www.amazon.com/Dads-Who-Lead-Ultimate-Parenting-ebook/dp/B0FSR3FJNQ

Website: https://dadswholead.com/

Tom's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dads-who-lead-podcast/id1617558505

Connect with Noble Pursuit:

Instagram: @noblepursuitmen

Website: noblepursuit.org

Dr. William Lile, also known as the Pro-Life Doc, shares his journey of taking a stand for life, stopping all abortions in the Florida panhandle, and transitioning from medicine to full-time ministry. He discusses the spiritual battle of abortion, the need for forgiveness and healing, and the role of pastors and priests in leading the spiritual battle. Dr. Lile also explains the science of human development, the role of men in protecting and leading their families, and the realities of the abortion debate.

Additionally, Dr. Lile emphasizes the importance of countering cultural lies about abortion, the truths about abortion safety and necessity, and the role of fathers in engaging these issues with wisdom and compassion.

Chapters

• 00:00 Taking a Stand for Life
• 06:22 Understanding Pregnancy and Fatherhood
• 14:54 Countering Cultural Lies
• 23:53 Lessons from Fatherhood

Connect with Dr. Lile:

Instagram: @prolifedoc_

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProLifeDoc

Website: https://www.prolifedoc.org/

Connect with Noble Pursuit:

Instagram: @noblepursuitmen

Website: noblepursuit.org

Today's guest is Bryce Boland. Bryce is the Director of Events for the White Rose Resistance. He is also a husband and a father. Our conversation delves into the quest for meaning, intentional parenting, the root causes of apathy, homeschooling and family values, mentoring and championing men, and so much more.

Chapters

• 00:00 The Quest for Meaning
• 06:05 Stepping Out of Comfort Zones
• 11:14 Prioritizing Family
• 19:38 The Need for Mentors
• 26:12 The Power of Encouragement

Connect with Bryce:

White Rose Resistance: https://thewhiterose.life/

Instagram: @bryceboland56

Bryce's Podcast: "Study in Progress" -- coming soon

Connect with Noble Pursuit:

Instagram: @noblepursuitmen

Website: noblepursuit.org

Today's guest is Jerrad Lopes. He is the founder of Dad Tired, a ministry dedicated to helping men follow Jesus, love their families well, and lead their homes with intentionality. Jerrad is also the host of the Dad Tired podcast, an author, speaker, a father, and a husband.

During this conversation, Jerrad shares his story of growing up without a father and how those wounds shaped his own journey into manhood and fatherhood. He discusses the importance of addressing our past hurts, breaking unhealthy generational patterns, and becoming the intentional fathers our children need.

Jerrad offers practical encouragement for dads who want to lead their families well, even when they feel unprepared or inadequate.

Chapters

• 00:00 The Impact of Fatherlessness
• 07:25 Journey to Healing and Wholeness
• 13:14 Leading Kids Toward the Right Things
• 21:03 Personal Habits and Impact on Fatherhood

Connect with Jerrad:

Website: https://www.dadtired.com/

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dad-tired/id1222449147

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadtired/

Books: https://www.dadtired.com/books