The True North Podcast

Lead the Beast, Don't Kill It

Quote of the week: "You don't have to kill the beast. Learn to lead it."

EPISODE DESCRIPTION

For years, Pastor Snyder thought the goal was to kill the anger, the reaction, the heat that rises before he could think. Genesis 4 says something different: rule over it. In this episode, Pastor Snyder unpacks the difference between killing the beast and leading it, and gives you three moves you can use the same day to put your emotions back under leadership.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

- Why your emotions are information, not the enemy.

- The three moves that turn a reaction into leadership: name it, gap it, aim it.

- How governed energy becomes drive instead of damage.

SCRIPTURE ANCHOR

Genesis 4:7, KJV: "...sin lieth at the door. And unto thee shall be his desire, but thou shalt rule over him."

THIS WEEK'S ASSIGNMENT

In one real moment this week, put your hand on the reins. Name what you feel, take one breath, and choose a single response on purpose.

JOURNAL PROMPT

Where in my life am I trying to kill the beast instead of leading it, and what would leadership look like there?

LINKS

- Too Good Coffee: https://drinktoogood.com

- Control the Beast (book) https://controlthebeast.com/book.html

- Website: https://controlthebeast.com

- Substack: https://substack.com/@edsnyder1

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ControlTheBeast

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardsnyder/

In the hardest rooms, crisis, rage, and grief, the room does not follow the loudest voice or the highest rank. It follows the calmest, most grounded person in it. In this episode, Ed Snyder unpacks why calm is the most powerful force in a high-tension moment, what Scripture says about the soft answer, and how to become the steady presence other people can land on. Calm is not weakness, and it is not something you manufacture. It is something you carry in on purpose.

•       Why calm, not volume or authority, sets the temperature of a room

•       The difference between a soft answer and a weak answer

•       How Jesus redirected hostility instead of matching it

•       Why calm is borrowed, not manufactured

•       Three questions that make you the calmest person in your hardest room

Proverbs 15:1 (KJV): “A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.”

How to Identify and Defuse an Angry Person. Tuesday, June 23, 7:00 PM Central. Free on Zoom.

Register: angrypeople-5c571f.netlify.app

Book: Control the Beast But It Here

Website: controlthebeast.com

Facebook: facebook.com/ControlTheBeast

Call or text: 214-519-9904

Fueled by Too Good Coffee: drinktoogood.com

New episodes weekly. Subscribe and listen at controlthebeast.com, and join the conversation on Substack.

Anger isn't the enemy; it's a warning sign.

Most people try to manage their anger by suppressing it, venting it, or apologizing after it. But none of that addresses the real issue. Anger is the smoke. Somewhere underneath, there's a fire, and until you find it, nothing changes.

In this episode, Pastor Ed Snyder draws on more than 30 years of experience as a pastor, author, and law enforcement chaplain to help you:

Understand why anger is a symptom, not the root problem

Identify what's actually fueling your emotional reactions

Stop responding in ways you regret

Lead yourself, your family, and your team with greater confidence

Whether you're dealing with conflict at home, pressure at work, or stress in leadership — this conversation will help you stop chasing the smoke and start addressing the fire.

Ready to go deeper?

Get the Control The Beast book and start building the emotional intelligence that changes everything:

https://controlthebeast.com/index.html

Join the next live webinar with Pastor Ed — How to Identify & Defuse Angry People:

https://angrypeople-5c571f.netlify.app/

Fuel your morning with something too good to settle for:

Too Good Coffee — small batch, award-winning roasts delivered to your door:

https://drinktoogood.com

Control The Beast with Ed Snyder — new episodes every week. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and Amazon Music.

The podcast delves into the destructive power of unmanaged anger, providing real-life examples, discussing the consequences, and offering biblical and practical strategies for managing anger. It emphasizes the personal experience of unmanaged anger, its costs, and the importance of taking control. The episode concludes with a promotion and practical steps for managing anger, followed by reflection and a call to action.

Takeaways

• Unmanaged anger has destructive consequences
• Recognizing and managing anger is essential for personal growth and well-being

Chapters

• 00:00 The Destructive Power of Unmanaged Anger
• 06:29 Personal Experience with Unmanaged Anger
• 12:22 Promotion of Too Good Coffee

🎙️ True North Nation Podcast
Episode 102: The Easy Path Always Goes Downward
Hosted by: Pastor Ed Snyder

🌍 Episode Summary:
In this powerful episode, Pastor Ed Snyder explores a sobering truth: the easy path that the world offers always leads downward, to destruction, disappointment, and spiritual death. But there is another way. The narrow, often challenging path of following God leads to life, purpose, blessings, and divine favor.

Drawing from biblical wisdom and practical insight, Pastor Ed reminds us that the road to righteousness may not be the most comfortable, but it's always worth it. If you’ve ever wrestled with choosing between what’s popular and what’s godly, this episode will equip you with clarity, conviction, and courage.

📖 Key Highlights:

• Why the world's "easy" path is deceptively dangerous

• What Jesus meant when He said “Broad is the way that leads to destruction” (Matthew 7:13)

• How to recognize the signs you’re on the wrong path

• The rewards of choosing God's way, even when it's uphill

• Practical encouragement for standing strong when culture pushes back

This episode is part of the True North Nation archive. Ed Snyder's new podcast is Control The Beast with Ed Snyder. Subscribe here: controlthebeast.com/podcast.html

Get the book, Control The Beast: controlthebeast.com/book.html
Fuel your morning with Ed's coffee company, Too Good Coffee: drinktoogood.com
Free guide and resources: controlthebeast.com
Contact: [email protected]

🎙️ True North Nation Podcast – Episode 101

Everyone Communicates, Few Connect – Part Two
Hosted by: Pastor Ed Snyder

In this powerful continuation of our conversation, we go deeper into the critical difference between communication and connection. In Part Two of "Everyone Communicates, Few Connect," Pastor Ed explores the practical ways to build real, lasting connections with your team, family, and audience. Learn how genuine connection fuels influence, strengthens relationships, and reflects Christ’s example of relational leadership.

Whether you're a leader, pastor, business owner, or simply striving to grow in emotional intelligence, this episode will challenge and equip you to stop talking at people and start connecting with them.

This episode is part of the True North Nation archive. Ed Snyder's new podcast is Control The Beast with Ed Snyder. Subscribe here: controlthebeast.com/podcast.html

Get the book, Control The Beast: controlthebeast.com/book.html
Fuel your morning with Ed's coffee company, Too Good Coffee: drinktoogood.com
Free guide and resources: controlthebeast.com
Contact: [email protected]

Episode Title: Everyone Communicates, Few Connect

Episode Summary:
In this episode of True North Nation, Pastor Ed Snyder dives into one of the most powerful principles in leadership and personal relationships: the difference between communication and connection. Everyone talks, but not everyone truly connects. Discover what sets great communicators apart, how Jesus modeled connection over mere conversation, and how you can sharpen your emotional intelligence to create deeper, more impactful relationships, in your family, ministry, and workplace.

Whether you're leading a church, running a business, or just want stronger relationships, this episode will equip you with Biblical and practical tools to connect more, not just communicate more.

This episode is part of the True North Nation archive. Ed Snyder's new podcast is Control The Beast with Ed Snyder. Subscribe here: controlthebeast.com/podcast.html

Get the book, Control The Beast: controlthebeast.com/book.html
Fuel your morning with Ed's coffee company, Too Good Coffee: drinktoogood.com
Free guide and resources: controlthebeast.com
Contact: [email protected]

Episode Overview

In this enlightening episode of True North Nation, Pastor Ed Snyder delves into the profound and often overlooked role of angels in our daily lives. Drawing upon scriptural references and personal anecdotes, he explores how these divine messengers serve as instruments of God's will, offering guidance, protection, and comfort to believers.​

Key Topics Covered

Biblical Foundations: An exploration of angelic appearances and interventions throughout the Scriptures, highlighting their significance in both the Old and New Testaments.

Personal Testimonies: Pastor Snyder shares compelling stories of angelic encounters that have impacted individuals' lives, reinforcing the reality of their ministry today.

Angels in Modern Times: A discussion on how angels continue to operate in the contemporary world, providing support and miracles in times of need.

Understanding Angelic Roles: Insights into the various functions of angels, from messengers to warriors, and their relevance to our spiritual journey.​

Scriptural References

Hebrews 1:14 – "Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?"

Psalm 91:11 – "For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways."

Acts 12:7 – "Suddenly an angel of the Lord appeared and a light shone in the cell..."​

This episode is part of the True North Nation archive. Ed Snyder's new podcast is Control The Beast with Ed Snyder. Subscribe here: controlthebeast.com/podcast.html

Get the book, Control The Beast: controlthebeast.com/book.html
Fuel your morning with Ed's coffee company, Too Good Coffee: drinktoogood.com
Free guide and resources: controlthebeast.com
Contact: [email protected]

In this powerful episode of True North Nation, Pastor Snyder takes us on an inspiring journey into the miraculous. From biblical wonders to modern-day testimonies, his own miraculous testimony, we explore the profound question: Do miracles still happen today? Are they real? Are they relevant? And more importantly, what do they reveal about the heart of God?

With warmth, biblical clarity, and spiritual insight, this episode invites you to reflect on the supernatural power of God and how His divine interventions continue to be at work in the lives of believers around the world.

Whether you’ve personally witnessed a miracle, are praying for one, or simply searching for hope, this episode is for you.

🔑 What You’ll Discover:

What defines a miracle, and how do we distinguish it from coincidence?

Biblical examples of God’s miraculous power and their significance for us today

Personal stories and testimonies that inspire faith and awe

Why miracles are not just about power, but about purpose

How to position your heart to see God move supernaturally in your life

📖 Scripture References:

Hebrews 13:8 – “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.”

Mark 16:17-18 – “These signs shall follow them that believe…”

John 14:12 – “Greater works than these shall you do…”

Acts 3:6-8 – The healing at the Beautiful Gate

Matthew 17:20 – Faith that moves mountains

🙏 Reflection Questions:

Have you ever experienced or witnessed something you would consider a miracle?

What keeps you from believing in the miraculous?

How can you grow in faith to trust God for the impossible?

This episode is part of the True North Nation archive. Ed Snyder's new podcast is Control The Beast with Ed Snyder. Subscribe here: controlthebeast.com/podcast.html

Get the book, Control The Beast: controlthebeast.com/book.html
Fuel your morning with Ed's coffee company, Too Good Coffee: drinktoogood.com
Free guide and resources: controlthebeast.com
Contact: [email protected]

Inn this episode, we discuss the opening of the Olympics and how it relates to our day-to-day lives. 
What was the purpose of the opening? Why? What does it do? 
We then dive into where we should be as a church and what our worldview is or should be. 
Join us and give us some feedback.

This episode is part of the True North Nation archive. Ed Snyder's new podcast is Control The Beast with Ed Snyder. Subscribe here: controlthebeast.com/podcast.html

Get the book, Control The Beast: controlthebeast.com/book.html
Fuel your morning with Ed's coffee company, Too Good Coffee: drinktoogood.com
Free guide and resources: controlthebeast.com
Contact: [email protected]