Life hits hard sometimes — sickness, heartbreak, loss, spiritual warfare — and in the chaos, it’s easy to forget who we are and what God’s already done for us.

That’s why 1 Peter 1:3–5 hits so deep. It reminds us that even in our pain, we’ve been born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

This episode unpacks what it really means to be born again — not just church talk or religion — but the miracle of God’s mercy giving new life to dead men. Jason walks through the theology, the personal story, and the gritty reality of what “living hope” looks like when you’re in the middle of your own storm.

If you’re feeling weary, burned out, or wondering if you’ll ever make it through — this one’s for you.

You don’t have a hope-so faith, brother. You’ve got a know-so faith.

📖 SCRIPTURES REFERENCED:

1 Peter 1:3–5

Ephesians 2:1–5

John 3:3–5

Ezekiel 36:26–27

2 Corinthians 5:17

Philippians 1:21–23

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Last week, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth delivered a no-nonsense speech to hundreds of America’s top military leaders at the Marine Corps Museum in Quantico, VA. Some people lost their minds over it, calling it offensive and “toxic.” Others—myself included—found it motivating, long overdue, and a much-needed kick in the asphalt.

In this episode of The GRIZ Podcast, I unpack Hegseth’s key points and add my own thoughts along the way:

- Why “those who long for peace must prepare for war” is biblical truth (Psalm 144).

- Why low standards in the military = dead sons and daughters.

- Why Orwell was right: “People sleep peacefully…because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf.”

- Why Hegseth says “No more woke warriors” and what that means for America’s future.

- How strong standards, merit-based leadership, and ruthless training keep us free.

This is about survival, not politics. It’s about raising warriors, not whiners.

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Resources Mentioned:

The War on Warriors: Uncovering The Cultural Chaos Threatening Our Military - Pete Hegseth

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Stealth War: How China Took Over While America’s Elite Slept - Robert Spalding

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Storms are coming, chaos is guaranteed, and if your foundation isn’t deeper than your feelings, you’re going to fold like a paper tiger.

That’s why in this episode, we’re looking at 5 ancient Stoic rules for life—principles that shaped warriors, leaders, and thinkers for over 2,000 years. But here’s the twist: I’m running all of them through the lens of Scripture. What we’ll see is that the Stoics didn’t invent these truths … God’s Word had them first.

👉 If you’ve been stuck in a rut … battling dark clouds of discouragement … or just needing some practical wisdom to help you grow stronger in mind, body, and spirit—this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode ...

Why philosophies like Stoicism need to be filtered through Scripture.

Rule #1: Control What You Can. Ignore What You Can’t.

Rule #2: Never React Emotionally. Pause, Process, Respond.

Rule #3: Expect and Embrace Hardships.

Rule #4: Silence Is Power.

Rule #5: Remember Death. Value Time Over Possessions.

How biblical wisdom gives us deeper roots than any philosophy.

Practical steps to live with resilience, discipline, and eternal focus.

Scripture References:

- 1 Peter 5:7

- Philippians 4:6–7

- James 1:19

- Proverbs 16:32

- John 16:33

- James 1:2–4

- Proverbs 17:28

- Psalm 90:12

- James 4:14

- Hebrews 9:27

- Colossians 3:2

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Last week’s headlines shook the nation: Charlie Kirk assassinated while speaking at a university. His boldness for the gospel cost him everything. And now we’re left asking: Would I be willing to follow Christ with that kind of courage?

In this episode, we continue our study of 1 Peter and unpack the strange but powerful phrase: “sprinkling with His blood.”

What does it mean?

Why does it matter?

And how does it change the way we live?

We’ll dig into ...

- The Old Testament roots of the blood covenant in Exodus

- How Christ’s death on the cross sealed the ultimate covenant — God promising to cleanse, us promising to follow/obey

- The transformation of John Newton, the slave-trader turned pastor who wrote the classic hymn Amazing Grace

- Why the cross is the greatest paradox: sad, bloody, messy … yet the most beautiful victory in history

- How God uses even tragedy — like Charlie Kirk’s assassination — to spark spiritual awakening

This is raw. This is real. And it’s the kind of truth every man needs to wrestle with.

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Last week, the nation watched in horror as Charlie Kirk was gunned down on a university stage. His boldness to stand by his convictions ended up costing him his life. And now his bloody murder forces every one of us to take a hard look in the mirror and ask ourselves, "Will I boldly stand for what truly matters - the truth, the gospel, the salvation of others - or will I be a silent coward?"

In this episode, we dive back into our study of 1 Peter and examine the blood covenant that defines our salvation. We’ll trace it from the Old Testament roots to the cross of Christ, and unpack what it truly means to be ransomed — bought with His blood.

The cross was sad. It was bloody. It was messy. But it was also the most beautiful event in all of history.

Charlie Kirk's death was also sad, bloody, messy - but God is turning it into something beautiful.

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Integrity separates men who are trusted, respected, and followed from those who are forgotten and dismissed. In this episode, I unpack why integrity is the foundation of true masculine strength, how it’s tested in the hard times, and why it’s worth fighting for every single day.

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In this episode, we step into the shoes of the first-century believers who were mocked, rejected, and persecuted for following Christ. Imagine getting a letter from the Apostle Peter himself … a letter that calls you elect, chosen, God’s own possession.

That letter didn’t just give them hope — it gave them an identity to stand on in the middle of fire. And, my brothers, it’s the same for us today.

We’re diving into the controversial but comforting doctrine of election. Too often, it’s debated and argued about. But Peter, Paul, and Jesus Himself didn’t give it as fuel for arguments — they gave it as fuel for perseverance - to comfort us.

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What You’ll Hear in This Episode

- Why Peter calls suffering believers “elect exiles” right from the start.

- The truth that God chose you before the foundation of the world — not because of what you’ve done, but because of His sovereign grace.

- Why this doctrine is not cold or harsh, but deeply comforting when you face trials, grief, or persecution.

- Insights from Ephesians 1, Isaiah 55, John 15, and Philippians 1 on God’s sovereign work in salvation.

- Quotes from Spurgeon, John MacArthur, R.C. Sproul, and James Montgomery Boice that will reframe the way you see election.

- How election kills your spiritual pride, fuels gratitude, and gives you comfort and calm that God will finish the good work He started in you.

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Key Scriptures

- 1 Peter 1:1–2

- Ephesians 1:3–6

- Isaiah 55:8–9

- John 15:16

- Philippians 1:6

- Philippians 2:12–13

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In this episode, I kick things off by catching you up on some of what’s been going on in my own life lately and by sharing a few recent emails from our listeners.

Then we dive into the start of a brand-new Bible study through the book of 1 Peter. Before unpacking the letter itself, we’ll take a closer look at the man who wrote it—the Apostle Peter. He’s one of the most fascinating and relatable figures in Scripture… bold, impulsive, deeply flawed, but totally transformed by the grace of God. I see so much of myself in Peter, and I think many of you will too.

This is the beginning of a journey that’s going to challenge us as Christian men to embrace the suck, stand firm, grow stronger, and keep climbing in the midst of trials.

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This is a past conversation I had with Daniel Ritchie - Dan is a husband, father, speaker, author, and the 1st Vice President of the Southern Baptist Convention.

Born without arms, Dan has faced unimaginable challenges, but by the grace of God, he’s lived a life of courage, faith, and impact. His story will challenge you, inspire you, and remind you that there is hope beyond your circumstances.

In this conversation, Daniel shares about:

- His birth and early struggles

- Wrestling with God over his condition

- Coming to faith in Christ

- His call to ministry

- Men who shaped his spiritual journey

- How he met his wife

- His passion to encourage and equip others through the gospel

Daniel’s book, My Affliction for His Glory, hit the Amazon best-seller list, and his message has been featured by Fox News, Desiring God, The Gospel Coalition, Rapzilla, and more.

This episode is a reminder that God can use your greatest affliction for His greatest glory.

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ENDURE - Building Faith for the Long Run - https://amzn.to/45mVH8C

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You pray… but nothing’s changing.

Why?

In this raw and convicting episode, Jason opens the Scriptures and exposes why many Christian men’s prayers are powerless.

It’s not because they don’t pray—it’s because they’re harboring sin, living double lives, and expecting God to bless the mess.

We’ll go back to the story of Moses in Exodus 32–33, where one man’s prayer moved the heart and hand of God—and literally saved lives.

Jason also gets real about his own past failures and how sin quietly choked the power out of his prayers, leadership, and impact.

This episode will challenge you, encourage you, and equip you to develop your character in order to have a prayer life that actually makes an impact on your family, your friends, your church, your nation—and even your future.

You’ll also hear how you can get the guidance, support, and accountability you need through our online Climb Teams for Christian men.

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