We're throwing it back to where it all began! Episode 32 is a special “Best Of” collection featuring some of our favorite clips from Episodes 1 through 11 of Gospel & Gradebooks. These were our pre-camera days—so this episode is audio-only—but the truth, encouragement, and real talk hit just as hard.

From classroom chaos to Christ-centered clarity, these moments shaped the heart of this podcast: strengthening men in education through the power of Jesus. Whether you’re a longtime listener or just getting started, this is a perfect reminder of the mission behind the mic.

🎧 Note: This episode features audio-only content from our early days before we started filming.

🔥 Includes:

Teaching truth

Faith-filled encouragement

Real stories from real teachers

Lori and Paige are back for part two of our Gospel & Gradebooks marriage series! In this episode, we’re diving deep into the heart of biblical marriage—what it really means to be a godly husband or wife.

Together, we unpack scripture that challenges cultural norms and encourages Christ-centered relationships. We talk about true leadership, submission, and how marriage reflects Christ’s love for the church. It’s not always easy, but it’s always worth it when it’s rooted in God’s Word.

Whether you're married, engaged, or just curious about what biblical love looks like, this episode brings truth, laughter, and a whole lot of honesty.

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In this special episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, Timm and Jamie are joined by the real MVPs—their wives, Lori and Paige! The ladies dish out the real talk on what it’s like being married to two hilariously frustrating men, how they met, and how faith has shaped their families. Things get competitive (and a little chaotic) when the guys try to guess their wives' answers to questions like: "If your husband was a cartoon character, who would he be?" 😆

The episode wraps with a meaningful moment as Lori and Paige share their favorite women of the Bible, followed by the guys sharing which biblical women they see reflected in their wives. It’s fun, honest, faith-filled, and a reminder that God uses strong women in big ways—then and now.

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It’s a special end-of-the-school-year celebration as Jamie and Timm are joined by a very special guest—Jamie's daughter, Nae! In this heartwarming episode, Nae shares her favorite parts of kindergarten, what she loves about playing softball, and why Jesus is her ultimate hero.

This episode is full of laughter, love, and a powerful reminder of what it means to have childlike faith. As Jesus said in Matthew 18:3, "Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven."

Nae’s joy, simplicity, and trust in Jesus will inspire and refresh your spirit. Don't miss this sweet and faith-filled conversation to wrap up the school year!

Matt Garner is back for more punishment Gospel & Gradebooks! In this episode, we kick things off with a fun dive into quirky and oddball teaching strategies that actually work—the kind your students never forget. We swap our dream walk-up songs (yes, like baseball players), and get real about the people it’s hardest to show grace to—slow drivers in the fast lane, we’re looking at you.

Then we pivot to the story of Jonah: a prophet who tried to outrun God, a city turned upside down by repentance, and the surprising anger Jonah felt when God's mercy showed up. This episode is packed with humor, honesty, and biblical truth you can apply inside and outside the classroom.

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In this episode, Jamie, Timm, and special guest Coach Carrero dive into the often-misunderstood topic of tithing—not as a legalistic obligation, but as a heart posture of trust and worship. Drawing wisdom from the book of Nehemiah, the guys explore how Nehemiah’s leadership sparked not just the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls, but a spiritual revival among God’s people. What does giving look like today for Christian men, teachers, and leaders? How do we build lives and classrooms that reflect obedience and generosity?

Tune in for a powerful conversation on stewardship, sacrifice, and spiritual renewal.

🛠️ Rebuild your heart. 🧱 Rebuild your mission.

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In this episode, Timm and Jamie sit down with their good friend Tripp Henderson for a wide-ranging and heartfelt conversation. They talk about the buzz of wrapping up another school year, offer best wishes to the new Pope, and dive into the absurd hypothetical: could 100 men really take on a gorilla? More importantly, the trio reflects on the mentors who shaped their lives and spiritual journeys. Tripp closes the episode with a powerful and passionate breakdown of the Apostle Paul—from a fierce persecutor of the church to a man who longed for death if it meant being with Christ. You don't want to miss this one.

Change is in the air—whether it’s the tough news of not being renewed for next school year, welcoming new students, or watching your own kids grow up and move into new schools. In this episode, Timm and Jamie talk candidly about how to handle these transitions with faith and resilience. They also swap stories about classic senior pranks, share a powerful part of Timm’s testimony, and dive deep into the life and legacy of King Solomon. From asking God for wisdom to navigating the temptations that come with success, Solomon’s story reminds us that how we finish matters just as much as how we start.

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Let’s be honest—some mornings, just getting out of bed feels like a victory.

Maybe the bills are piling up. Maybe there’s tension in your marriage, or you’re grieving a loss no one at work even knows about. Maybe you're drained from the weight of being everything to everyone at home—parent, spouse, caretaker, counselor—and then you're expected to walk into school and instantly become an energetic, patient, fully present educator.

That’s not just hard. That feels impossible some days.

But here’s the challenge—and the calling: when you step into that classroom, those kids don’t see what’s going on at home. They don’t see the sleepless night, the anxious heart, or the brokenness behind your smile. What they see is you. And what they need is your best.

In Episode 24, Jamie and Timm kick things off by sharing all the highlights from their Easter weekend. Then, they dive into the powerful (and often complicated) story of Samson. Together, they unpack what Samson's life teaches us about strength, temptation, and God's purpose, even when we fall short. Whether you're recovering from too much Easter candy or just need some midweek encouragement, this episode will challenge and inspire you.

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