RESGEN Giving Life Podcast

In this episode, Tom sits down with Jon Thum, a follower of Jesus, husband, father, and the Sioux Falls Police Chief, to talk about leadership, community, and living out our faith wherever we are.

Together they talk about:

• What his experience as police chief has taught him about the importance of solving problems as a team rather than alone
• How to navigate a change in leadership successfully and be a positive example to your team
• What having a Kingdom-focused mindset looks like for him - not just in the big public moments - but every day
• Why rest looks different for every person and how serving others can be an act of rest
• The challenge Jon has for every person in our community and beyond

The Giving Life Podcast: Conversations about being a man whose life in Christ gives life to others.

Watch the video version on YouTube – https://youtu.be/116UXdBdDx0
More info about Restoration Generation - www.resgen.org

In this episode, Tom sits down with Jason VanRuler, a follower of Jesus, husband, father, licensed therapist, author, and speaker, for a conversation about communication, connection, and what it looks like to truly be known by the people who matter most.

Together they talk about:

• Why most men feel alone even when surrounded by people
• What to do when you're in a communication rut with your marriage, your kids, or a friend
• How knowing your spouse's and kids' communication style can change the temperature of your home
• The 5 communication types from Jason's new book "Discovering Your Communication Type" and what each one reveals about why we connect with one another
• Why vulnerability isn't as complicated as we make it and the simple move to bring others with you

Here are a few ways to connect with Jason:

• Social media: Follow him at Jason.VanRuler
• Website: jasonvr.com
• Book: Find Discovering Your Communication Type on all major platforms

The Giving Life Podcast: Conversations about being a man whose life in Christ gives life to others.

Watch the video version on YouTube – https://youtu.be/bb7iU0nymoQ
More info about Restoration Generation - www.resgen.org

In this episode, Tom sits down with Eric Mech, a follower of Jesus, father, and Head Coach with Purpose Factor. It's a conversation about purpose, identity, and what it looks like to stop living by default and start leading with intention.

Together they talk about:

• The thing most people get wrong about purpose and why attaching it to a title can be a dangerous trap
• How rejection we experience may actually just be redirection
• Why fulfillment is the truest sign that you're living in your purpose
• The three G's of fulfillment and how any leader can use them to transform their team
• The news story that stopped Eric cold and reminded him of the importance of his work in helping people find their purpose
• The first step for a guy who feels stuck, just going through the motions, or unsure of his purpose

This conversation will challenge you to stop chasing permission from the world and start living from the purpose God already placed inside you.

Here are a few ways to connect with Eric:

• LinkedIn: Search Eric Mech
• Phone/Text: 573-302-9347
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: ericpermission2purpose.com

The Giving Life Podcast: Conversations about being a man whose life in Christ gives life to others.

Watch the video version on YouTube – https://youtu.be/W0AWNOZle0Y
More info about Restoration Generation - www.resgen.org

In season 7’s first episode, Tom sits down with Bill Goodwin, a follower of Jesus, husband, father, grandfather, leadership coach, speaker, and author for a conversation that will challenge you to live with purpose, embrace rest, and make each day of your life count.

Together they talk about:

• A day in November 1999 that changed his life forever and how it continues to motivate him to impact others
• The seven pillars from his Priority Living book and what many people do backward
• Why it's not about having more time, but having more clarity
• The importance of working from rest, not just resting from work
• A simple prayer to help you integrate your faith with your everyday work

Here are a few ways to connect with Bill:

• Social media: Find him on LinkedIn and Facebook under Bill Goodwin, and on Instagram at @coachbillspeaks
• Websites: billgoodwinspeaks.com and prioritylivingcg.com
• Free chapter: Head to prioritylivingbook.com to get a free chapter of Priority Living: 7 Pillars to Make Your Life Count, plus a link to purchase the full book on Amazon
• Podcast: The Priority Living Podcast is also available wherever you listen to podcasts

The Giving Life Podcast: Conversations about being a man whose life in Christ gives life to others.

Watch the video version on YouTube - https://youtu.be/8sdVXzqSFTs
More info about Restoration Generation - www.resgen.org

What if the reason you're exhausted has nothing to do with how hard you're working?

In this episode, Tom sits down with Tim Twigg, a follower of Jesus, husband, father, pastor, and entrepreneur, for a conversation about drift, rest, identity, and building something that truly matters.

Together they talk about:

• Why drifting is our natural default and how to battle it
• The power of choosing to praise God in a hospital bathroom even while his wife and daughter both fought for their lives
• Exhaustion is often a sign of misalignment, and the one question to expose it
• How two rabbits can inspire us to fight the temptation to chase after things that don't matter
• The importance of finding identity outside of what we produce

This conversation will challenge you to stop drifting and start making the intentional decisions that lead to living a meaningful life.

The Giving Life Podcast: Conversations about being a man whose life in Christ gives life to others.

Watch the video version on YouTube - https://youtu.be/WsCWihtzcDQ
More info about Restoration Generation - www.resgen.org

What if the affirmation you've been searching for was already yours?

In this episode, Tom sits down with Aaron Snow, a follower of Jesus, husband, father, and founding pastor of Purpose Church, for a conversation about identity, transformation, and what it truly means to lead as a son of God.

• Why Aaron flushed $1500 down the toilet
• The question that changed his life: "How can I be a friend to you?"
• Learning to live out of God's affirmation and not man's
• Aaron's passion for reconciling sons' hearts back to the Father
• The crisis hiding in plain sight with the next generation

This conversation will challenge you to stop performing for others' affirmation and remember who God says you already are.

The Giving Life Podcast: Conversations about being a man whose life in Christ gives life to others.

Watch the video version on YouTube - https://youtu.be/vtW3Ex8Yx94
More info about Restoration Generation - www.resgen.org

What does it look like to pursue God’s purpose with your whole life—not just part of it?

On today's episode, we are bringing you into the room of our most recent RESGEN Men's Lunch where Josh Dotzler, a follower of Jesus, husband, father, author of 3 books, and CEO of ABIDE (Omaha, NE), shares a bit of his story, the universal and unified purposes we all have, and how our personal GPS can direct us towards the unique purpose God has for us. Tom then sits down with Josh for a conversation on purpose, living intentionally, and the responsibility we have as men to influence the people and places around us for God's Kingdom.

In this episode, you will hear:

• The setback that made Josh ask if he was chasing success or God's calling
• How we all have a Universal, Unified, and Unique purpose designed by God
• Where is the most dangerous place for anyone to live
• The power of community has in your life and the lives of others
• Using your gifts, talents, and story to live out God's will

This conversation will encourage you to seek God's will for your life and allow Him to impact the people and places He has placed you.

The Giving Life Podcast: Conversations about being a man whose life in Christ gives life to others.

Watch the video version on YouTube - https://youtu.be/kL54C0VFBRE
More info about Restoration Generation - www.resgen.org

In this episode of The RESGEN Giving Life Podcast, Tom has another meaningful and life-giving conversation with best-selling author and leadership expert, John C. Maxwell, in front of the RESGEN Men's Summit 2026 crowd. 

Tom asks John several questions on these topics:

• Commitment to Lifelong Learning
• Necessity of Having a Mentor 
• Choosing Your Friends Wisely
• Advice To Young People
• Consistency Over Intensity

This is definitely a conversation you will want to share with your relational world!

The Giving Life Podcast: Conversations about being a man whose life in Christ gives life to others.

Watch the video version on YouTube - https://youtu.be/-F-CmPBc6bA
More info about Restoration Generation - www.resgen.org

What happens when success starts to compete with your identity?

In this episode, Tom sits down with Tyler Dickerhoof—follower of Jesus, husband, father, leader, and coach—for a conversation about leadership, identity, and becoming the man God is calling you to be.

Together they talk about:

• The season where Tyler realized the success he was building didn’t align with the calling he was meant to live
• Tyler's new book, The Things We Hide, and the 4 walls we must face to lead with authenticity
• Why self-awareness is not optional if you want to lead people with integrity
• The role slowing down played in helping him see clearly and lead differently
• How an accident with his younger brother changed Tyler's life and faith

This conversation will challenge you to take an honest look at what’s shaping your decisions—and call you back to leading from identity, not performance.

The Giving Life Podcast: Conversations about being a man whose life in Christ gives life to others.

To learn more or pre-order Tyler's new book, head to https://www.tylerdickerhoof.com/book.

What does it really mean to build a life filled with true wealth?

In this episode, Tom sits down with Kevin Engbers, a follower of Jesus, husband, dad, grandfather, and business owner, for a conversation about finances, intentionality, and building a legacy that counts for eternity.

Together they talk about:

• The kind of wealth we should desire to pass on to your children and grandchildren
• How Monday morning questions deepened relationships and created meaningful moments for Kevin and his family
• What his dad's fishing boat meant to him and how it taught him what true wealth is all about
• Advice Kevin would give his younger self
• How you can pass the baton in leadership but continue to influence the next generation

This conversation will challenge how you define success and invite you to lead your life, your family, and your future with greater purpose.

The Giving Life Podcast: Conversations about being a man whose life in Christ gives life to others.

Watch the video version on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Flo_er_R9RU
More info about Restoration Generation - www.resgen.org