What if the adventure men are searching for is the very mission Jesus already gave us?

In this episode of the Soul Wrangler Podcast, Jayden sits down with Darren Tyler, pastor of Conduit Church, to talk about what it means to have a faith that actually moves. Darren shares his journey from the entertainment industry to ministry, stories from Haiti and missions around the world, and what he’s learned through years of simply saying yes to God. 
They talk about faith and works, serving from love instead of for love, taking risks for the Kingdom, discovering where God has called you to serve, and why ministry isn’t reserved for pastors or missionaries. As Darren puts it, we may have different roles, but we’re all part of the same mission and there is no such thing as inconsequential obedience to Jesus.

You don’t have to cross an ocean to live on mission. Sometimes it means crossing the street, walking across the hall, serving your family, helping your neighbor, or simply doing the thing God has already put in front of you.

Growing up in Alabama, Jay was surrounded by addiction, broken homes, violence, and eventually gang life. But his story didn’t end there.

In this episode of the Soul Wrangler Podcast, Jay shares his testimony and what the Lord has taught him about hearing God’s voice, finding purpose in ordinary work, spiritual discipline, suffering, discipleship, and actually living out the Great Commission.

We talk about the difference between effort and earning, why men need other men walking alongside them, and what it looks like to stop simply consuming Christianity and start making disciples.

Jay’s story is evidence that no life is too far gone for the grace of God.

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Lasso the Lost.

Where are we settling as men?

In this episode, I work through that question and some of the answers I received: our motives, our families, our work ethic, our physical health, our knowledge of Scripture, and our responsibility to spiritually lead our homes.

It’s easy to convince ourselves that a paycheck means we’re providing, that good intentions equal obedience, or that simply believing the right things is enough. But following Christ calls us to something deeper: denying ourselves, stewarding what God has given us, knowing His Word, leading with humility, and continuing to show up even when we don’t feel like it.

This isn’t coming from someone who has it figured out. I’m wrestling with these things right alongside you.

The challenge is simple: Where have you settled, and what would obedience look like there today?

101 years of life. 65 years of marriage. A World War. Children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, loss, suffering, and more change than most of us can imagine.I sat down with my great-grandfather, John Frazier Jr., and asked him some of the questions we all wrestle with: What makes a good man? How do you build a lasting marriage? How do you deal with regret, temptation, and suffering? What would you tell young Christians today? And after 101 years, what really matters?Again and again, his answer comes back to the same place: trust in the Lord, prayer, family, honesty, and gratitude.This is more than a conversation about living a long life. It’s about living a faithful one.

What would someone who's walked with the Lord for more than a century tell the next generation?

In this episode, I sit down with my 101-year-old great-grandfather, John Frazier, to hear the lessons he's learned through World War II, 65 years of marriage, raising a family, losing loved ones, and a lifetime of following Jesus.

We talk about God's faithfulness through every season of life, what makes a strong marriage, why he's not afraid of death, and the hope every believer has in Christ.This conversation isn't just about looking back—it's about learning how to live today with eternity in view.

In this episode:

God's protection throughout WWII

The legacy of faithful parents and grandparents

Marriage advice after 65 years together

Walking through grief with hope

Why he isn't afraid to die

The joy of living for Christ

What really matters at the end of life

If this conversation encourages you, consider subscribing and sharing it with someone who needs the reminder that God is faithful through every generation.Soul Wrangler exists to call men back to biblical masculinity through authentic community, honest conversations, and unwavering devotion to Christ.

What is the hardest part about being a godly man in today's world?

In this Friday Rundown, we answer questions submitted by men from the Soul Wrangler community and have an honest conversation about the battles so many are facing. From sexual temptation and isolation to comfort, culture, and the struggle to find genuine brotherhood, we unpack what Scripture has to say and why these struggles aren't meant to be fought alone.

Can you follow Jesus without being part of a local church?In this episode, Joel and I tackle one of the most common ideas in modern Christianity: "It's just me and Jesus." We discuss why so many believers are walking away from church, the difference between the universal Church and the local church, the danger of isolation, accountability, pride, forgiveness, and what Scripture actually teaches about gathering with other believers.If you've been hurt by the church, this conversation isn't meant to dismiss your pain. It's an invitation to rediscover Christ's design for His people and why He still calls us to live in biblical community.Topics covered:Is the woods "church"?Church hurt and forgivenessThe universal Church vs. the local churchWhy Jesus gathered peoplePaul's letters to the churchesAccountability and discipleshipPride, isolation, and the deception of sinWhy the Church is still worth fighting forIf this conversation challenged or encouraged you, consider sharing it with someone who needs to hear it.

Most men are searching for adventure.

Some chase success. Others chase comfort, money, influence, or the next accomplishment. But what if the greatest adventure isn't found in the world at all?

In this episode, country artist Conner Smith shares how following Jesus led him to make some of the biggest decisions of his life; from walking away from a record deal to leading a ministry dedicated to stewarding revival through country music.

We talk about the fear of the Lord, surrender, obedience, suffering, purpose, music, and why the gospel isn't just an invitation to believe, it's an invitation to a life that costs everything and is worth every bit of it.

Why Conner walked away from a record dealFinding your identity beyond successThe fear of the Lord and living with reverenceStewarding revival through country musicWhy the gospel is the greatest adventure a man can pursuePsalm 23, suffering, and obedienceWriting songs inspired by ScriptureLiving for God's approval instead of man's

If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who needs the reminder that following Jesus was never meant to be boring, it was meant to change everything.

Everyone wrestles with something.

This week on the Friday Rundown, we're answering real questions submitted by you—from finding direction when God seems silent to battling lust, loneliness, contentment, discipline, suffering, heartbreak, and financial pressure. These aren't easy conversations, but Scripture has a lot to say about each one.

If you've ever felt stuck, uncertain, isolated, or simply wondered what God is doing in your current season, this episode is for you.

• Finding direction without a "green light" from God
• Decision paralysis and learning to trust His leading
• Financial goals without making success an idol
• Overcoming loneliness and building biblical community
• Contentment in a culture of comparison
• Discipline vs. works-based faith
• Fighting lust with accountability and obedience
• Trusting God through suffering and unanswered questions
• Heartbreak, waiting, and seeking wise counsel

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Is the woods your church? Can you follow Jesus without being deeply connected to other believers?

In this episode of Soul Wrangler, I sit down with Luke Chilano to talk about the growing mindset that faith can be lived in isolation. We discuss why God designed the Church to be more than a Sunday service, the importance of Christian brotherhood, and how real spiritual growth happens when we carry one another's burdens.

We also dive into Luke's personal testimony, what God has taught him through community, and why gathering with other believers isn't just a suggestion—it's part of God's design for our lives.

Whether you've been hurt by the church, prefer solitude, or simply want to grow deeper in your faith, this conversation is an encouragement to step back into biblical community.

In this episode:

• Why "the woods ain't church"
• The purpose of Christian community
• Why isolation is dangerous for believers
• Luke's testimony and journey of faith
• The importance of accountability and brotherhood
• What it means to truly belong to the Body of Christ

"And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together... but encouraging one another." — Hebrews 10:24–25

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