The C.O.D.E of Man

In this first of a three episode series Overtrek and Easy Target introduce a study through the Gospel of Mark by examining how Jesus conducted himself in the middle of the hectic pace of life, the constant push to be hurried, and the demands to perform when called upon, and all of this in the midst of a very strained and draining season the world finds itself in.  As men we often feel pulled in so many directions and the sense of being fragmented and unfocused leads to feelings of discouragement and frustration.  The life of Jesus, the Son of Man, reveals just how to remain Calm in the Chaos!

A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion."  You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store

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The fans have spoken! The CODE Crew returns to discuss their favorite movies and the reasons they enjoy the movies they do! 

A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion."  You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store

The movie industry is a multi-billion dollar business that, let's be honest, most of us are pretty highly invested in.  We love good movies!  Why is that?  Are we just wasting our time or is there some redeeming value in popping some corn and gathering in the living room for a couple of hours?  In this episode the Crew explores the impact of the movie medium, why we love movies, and some scriptural principles to guide our viewing.

A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion."  You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store

In part 5, the crew concludes the discussion of spiritual warfare by exploring the need for allies in our fight. The questions that arise, then, are how does a genuine ally look, why is it so important to have them, and why is it so hard for men to have allies? To sum it all up, you can only have real allies through real fellowship, which is two guys in the same boat...or ship...you decide!

A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion."  You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store

In part 4 the crew wraps up the discussion on "the weapons of our warfare" by looking at the example of Jesus in Mark 1.  While Ephesians 6 may be the go-to scripture for spiritual armor, Jesus demonstrates the use of these weapons in real world application.  There are five specific armaments he uses in the spiritual battles represented there:

1) Obedience to the Father's Will

2) The Word of God - daily renewal in the truth

3) Humility - being secure in our identity in God

4) Compassion - a heart willing to engage on behalf of others

5) Prayer - the force behind the force

A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion."  You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store

In this third of a series on Spiritual Warfare the C.O.D.E. Crew introduces the discussion on "the weapons of our warfare" (2 Corinthians 10:4) with a beginning look at the characteristics and applications of these spiritual armaments.  Before we grab a sword and start swinging it around recklessly we should want to know its purpose and the right way to use it.  

“War must be, while we defend our lives against a destroyer who would devour all; but I do not love the bright sword for its sharpness, nor the arrow for its swiftness, nor the warrior for his glory. I love only that which they defend.” - J.R.R. Tolkien

A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion."  You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store

Also, we welcome your emails at [email protected]

In this second episode of the series on Spiritual Warfare, the Crew discusses the vital role of Kingdom Authority, the power and liberty granted by Jesus to his followers to wage war against the enemy to secure, not only our own heart, but the hearts of others.   They discuss the importance of our daily walk with Christ which is the condition for accessing and using the authority.  Also, how the authority is exercised in the war; i.e. for healing, edification, liberty, and combat.

A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion."  You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store

Also, we welcome your emails at [email protected]

Spiritual warfare is a subject that is often neglected in many Christian circles, but it is a subject that we keep getting brought back to.  Struggles of the soul are very real and very hard.  Our churches are full of people who know the struggles with depression, anxiety, addiction, discouragement, shame, and the list goes on.  These internal fights manifest themselves in external ways; we have relationship troubles, we may be living in a lie to cover up our struggles, and we become addicted to a substance or another form of relief.  It’s real, and we want to know more about how to help with those things and how to have victory in our own life and to be a help to others.

Join the C.O.D.E. Crew in this first of a series on the subject of Spiritual Warfare and how to build Battle Ready Men!  In part one we discuss the need for awareness of the reality as well as the tactics of a very real adversary.  In the midst of it all we are glad to have Ol' Napoleon back in the studio after his season of hibernation.

A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion."  You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store

Also, we welcome your emails at [email protected]

In the conclusion of the discussion on fatherhood, the Crew (minus one) and guest Pastor Chris Cantrell, discuss the meaning behind the most famous parenting passage of all, Proverbs 22:6, "Train up a child in the way he should go..." and discuss "A Formula for Fatherhood Success: 6 Real Things to Train Your Child Up in…"

1. Priority – Make godly character the highest goal

2. Perspective – It isn’t about the wins but the will of God

3. Prudence – Learn situational awareness – discernment in life choices

4. Pathway – Travel the high road.

5. Presence – Practice, model, and teach your children soul care.  Keep your soul in the presence of God.

6. Patience – Stay with it and trust this God ordained process.

A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion."  You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store

Also, we welcome your emails at [email protected]

Isaiah 35:1,8, The wilderness and the solitary place shall be glad for them; and the desert shall rejoice, and blossom as the rose…And an highway shall be there, and a way, and it shall be called The way of holiness; the unclean shall not pass over it; but it shall be for those: the wayfaring men, though fools, shall not err therein.

Contained within these verses is a great spiritual truth that has become lost to the modern church in America.  How does the wild, desolate, sterile place become a source of gladness and blossoming of life?  It is counterintuitive, as is so much of the true life of faith.   The Way of Holiness is a summons, a calling out.  You and I live in a world of too much noise, too much busyness, and too many demands. We are all guilty of surrendering ourselves to the false world and because we fill our time with so much of it we have so little time to be in the pursuit of a holy and rich life with God.  Join Overtrek and two guests, Charlie Russell and Matthew Jones, as they discuss the recent conference which they led over three days to provide the opportunity to escape, on purpose, from the distracting world that draws us away from life with God.

In particular the following "Desert Disciplines" were learned and practiced over these days:

Solitude (Separation)

Spiritual Warfare (Suffering)

Meditation (Study)

Spiritual Healing (Restoration)

A special thank you to our friend Bruce Frye for the theme song, "Heart of a Champion."  You can find more of Bruce Frye's music and ministry at Bruce Frye Ministries - Singer, Songwriter & Evangelist | Online Christian Music and Book Store

Also, we welcome your emails at [email protected]