Shoulder Tap Podcast

For a man to get it, he must be ministered to. And not by just sitting in the pews on Sunday morning listening to the pastor speak. Or in a Sunday school class listening. But being around other men who has his back. Mike takes a look at some comments he has heard and how he analyzed why Men's Ministry is essential in the life of a church

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In this episode, I challenge men in what they are being conformed to. Are they continuing to be conformed to this world or are they allowing the Holy Spirit to transform their minds. Maybe you need to evaluate your life and see where your relationship with God stands. 

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One of the purposes of these podcasts is to help men’s leaders recognize the available resources as they engage the men of their church and community. In this episode, Mike has as his guest Tierce Green one of the hosts of 33 The Series. They will discuss not only this series but also the Authentic Manhood Initiative and a new App Essentials for Life. 

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8But I will make you as unyielding and hardened as they are. 9I will make your forehead like the hardest stone, harder than flint. Do not be afraid of them or terrified by them, though they are a rebellious house." Ezekiel 3:8-9 (NIV).

Mike talks about his time reflecting on this text and what it means for those of us who are Dads and how we should respond to those we encounter daily.

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"More than ever, boys need a uniquely masculine program where their assertive, audacious, and adventurous nature is celebrated," is a quote from Mark Hancock, CEO of Trail Life USA, and Mike's guest on this episode. Mark and Mike talk about how Trail Life provides an environment where boys thrive. Trail Life's mission is to guide generations of courageous young men to honor God, lead with integrity, serve others, and experience outdoor adventures. Troops exist in all 50 states. Hope you enjoy this in-depth look at Trail Life USA and please leave a comment. We would enjoy hearing from you.

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Have you ever thought that succumbing to temptation is a choice? Have you ever thought that you can walk away from temptation? In this Men's Ministry Moment, Mike shares a Quiet Time he had in regards to 1 Corinthians 10:13. "No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it," (NIV). Listen as Mike shares his thoughts on 1 Corinthians 10:11-13. We would enjoy hearing your comments after you listen.

It is great to see God raising up ministries to help with networking various ministries in a given region. One Christian Network led by Founder Emma Baltezore in Wilmington, NC is one such ministry. Throwing off the competitiveness, One Christian Network helps ministries connect to help each other to advance the kingdom of God. Emma joins Mike on this episode to share about One Christian Network and how churches and parachurch ministries can connect and encourage each other. Let us know your thoughts after listening to this conversation. We would enjoy hearing from you.

As we continue to look at four areas Mike feels most churches need to evaluate in regard to their Men's Ministry, Mike in this episode talks about finances and the importance of budgeting properly if you are truly targeting the men of your church and community. This can go a long way in helping men know that they are valued and appreciated. 

In this episode, Ken Paxton of Turn Around Ministries joins Mike to discuss how he uses everyday industrial analogies from his workplace as an Instrument Technician in the oil industry to help men understand their need to examine and grow in their spiritual walk with Christ. Leave us a review once you listen. We would enjoy hearing about your take-aways from this episode.

In this episode, the tables are turned. Dr. Joe Martin interviews Mike on Real Men Connect with Dr. Joe Martin Podcast.  This is an opportunity to hear Mike not from the interviewer but as the interviewee. Be sure to leave us a comment on the program. We enjoy hearing from you.