DAY 40 – THE FINISHER'S CROWN Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:8 "Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing." Podcast Devotional You've reached Day 40—but this is not the finish line. It's a handoff. Paul speaks of a crown—not earned by strength, but received by faithfulness. The Christian life is not about short challenges—it's about long obedience. This challenge was never about checking boxes. It was about: Building habits Strengthening conviction Reclaiming identity Reconnecting with brotherhood The crown awaits those who keep running long after motivation fades. So the question now is not, "Did I finish the challenge?" It's, "How will I live after it?" Application: Which habits from these 40 days will you carry forward into daily life? Choose them intentionally. Brotherhood Action: Celebrate with your brothers. Pray together. Share testimonies. Commit to continuing the journey. The Valor Cast – Where Fight Meets Faith… and Fruit. The Valor Cast is a weekly podcast from New Hope Church's Men of Valor ministry—created for men who want to grow stronger in their faith, lead with integrity, and build lasting brotherhood. Hosted by Pastor Roberto and Scott Allred, each episode features real conversations with men from all walks of life—dads, pastors, business leaders, students—sharing stories of struggle, growth, purpose, and calling. We talk about what it really means to be a man of faith in today's world. From family and work to identity, leadership, and legacy, this show is here to help you become the kind of man God has called you to be. 🎧 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. 🌐 Learn more at findnewhope.com/men

DAY 39 – WELL DONE, GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT Scripture: Matthew 25:23 ""His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!'" Podcast Devotional At the end of life, only one evaluation matters. Not promotions. Not titles. Not applause. Just this: faithfulness. God doesn't measure success the way the world does. He measures obedience. Stewardship. Trust. He's not asking if you were perfect—He's asking if you were faithful with what you were given. Every quiet prayer. Every resisted temptation. Every unseen act of obedience matters more than you think. Live today with that moment in mind—standing before Christ. Application: What area of your life needs greater faithfulness—not flash, just consistency? Brotherhood Action: Write a short prayer dedicating your life to finishing well and share it with a brother. The Valor Cast – Where Fight Meets Faith… and Fruit. The Valor Cast is a weekly podcast from New Hope Church's Men of Valor ministry—created for men who want to grow stronger in their faith, lead with integrity, and build lasting brotherhood. Hosted by Pastor Roberto and Scott Allred, each episode features real conversations with men from all walks of life—dads, pastors, business leaders, students—sharing stories of struggle, growth, purpose, and calling. We talk about what it really means to be a man of faith in today's world. From family and work to identity, leadership, and legacy, this show is here to help you become the kind of man God has called you to be. 🎧 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. 🌐 Learn more at findnewhope.com/men

DAY 38 – PRESS ON TOWARD THE GOAL Scripture: Philippians 3:14 "I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus." Podcast Devotional Men love goals—but not all goals are equal. Career goals. Fitness goals. Financial goals. None of those are wrong—but Paul reminds us they are secondary. The ultimate goal is knowing Christ and finishing the race with faith intact. Pressing on means refusing to let: Past failures define you Past successes slow you down Temporary goals distract you from eternal purpose The enemy doesn't always derail men with sin—sometimes he distracts them with good things that replace the best thing. Application: Which temporary goal has been competing with your eternal one? Reorder your priorities today. Brotherhood Action: Tell a brother what eternal goal you're pressing toward and ask him to remind you when life gets busy. The Valor Cast – Where Fight Meets Faith… and Fruit. The Valor Cast is a weekly podcast from New Hope Church's Men of Valor ministry—created for men who want to grow stronger in their faith, lead with integrity, and build lasting brotherhood. Hosted by Pastor Roberto and Scott Allred, each episode features real conversations with men from all walks of life—dads, pastors, business leaders, students—sharing stories of struggle, growth, purpose, and calling. We talk about what it really means to be a man of faith in today's world. From family and work to identity, leadership, and legacy, this show is here to help you become the kind of man God has called you to be. 🎧 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. 🌐 Learn more at findnewhope.com/men

DAY 37 – FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7 "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." Podcast Devotional Paul speaks these words at the end of his life—not with regret, but with peace. He didn't say he won every battle. He said he stayed faithful. That's the goal. Men often confuse winning with faithfulness. But faithfulness is staying obedient when results are unclear. The good fight isn't about arguments, ego, or control. It's about choosing Christ daily: When temptation knocks When obedience costs something When faith feels lonely Every man will fight. The question is what and why. Application: If today were your last day, could you say you fought the right fight? Choose one decision today that aligns with eternal faithfulness. Brotherhood Action: Share with your group how you want to be remembered as a man of God. The Valor Cast – Where Fight Meets Faith… and Fruit. The Valor Cast is a weekly podcast from New Hope Church's Men of Valor ministry—created for men who want to grow stronger in their faith, lead with integrity, and build lasting brotherhood. Hosted by Pastor Roberto and Scott Allred, each episode features real conversations with men from all walks of life—dads, pastors, business leaders, students—sharing stories of struggle, growth, purpose, and calling. We talk about what it really means to be a man of faith in today's world. From family and work to identity, leadership, and legacy, this show is here to help you become the kind of man God has called you to be. 🎧 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. 🌐 Learn more at findnewhope.com/men

DAY 36 – RUN WITH ENDURANCE Scripture: Hebrews 12:1–2 "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God." Podcast Devotional By now, fatigue is familiar. Not just physical fatigue—but decision fatigue. The kind that whispers, "You've done enough." Hebrews reminds us that the Christian life isn't about short bursts of effort—it's about perseverance. Notice the phrase: "the race marked out for us." Your race is personal. It doesn't look like another man's calling, pace, or season. Comparing races leads to burnout. Endurance comes from focus—fixing your eyes on Jesus. Men lose endurance when they start watching others instead of Christ. When approval replaces obedience. When pressure replaces purpose. Jesus endured the cross not because it was easy—but because He knew what was on the other side. Application: What distraction has pulled your focus off Jesus lately? Remove one weight today so you can keep running free. Brotherhood Action: Encourage a brother who looks tired. Remind him his race still matters. The Valor Cast – Where Fight Meets Faith… and Fruit. The Valor Cast is a weekly podcast from New Hope Church's Men of Valor ministry—created for men who want to grow stronger in their faith, lead with integrity, and build lasting brotherhood. Hosted by Pastor Roberto and Scott Allred, each episode features real conversations with men from all walks of life—dads, pastors, business leaders, students—sharing stories of struggle, growth, purpose, and calling. We talk about what it really means to be a man of faith in today's world. From family and work to identity, leadership, and legacy, this show is here to help you become the kind of man God has called you to be. 🎧 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. 🌐 Learn more at findnewhope.com/men

DAY 35 – SHOUT FOR VICTORY Scripture: Joshua 6:20 "When the trumpets sounded, the army shouted, and at the sound of the trumpet, when the men gave a loud shout, the wall collapsed; so everyone charged straight in, and they took the city." Podcast Devotional Jericho didn't fall because of strategy, strength, or siege weapons. It fell because of obedience and praise. God's instructions made no sense militarily. March. Wait. Stay silent. Then shout. Victory didn't come from force—it came from faith expressed through obedience. Men often praise after victory. God sometimes asks for praise before it. Praise realigns your heart. It shifts focus from obstacles to God's power. It declares trust before results appear. When you praise God in advance, you're saying: "I trust You even if I don't see it yet." Application: What wall in your life needs to come down? Choose to praise God today—not because the wall is gone, but because He is faithful. Brotherhood Action: Share a praise report—big or small—of something God has already don The Valor Cast – Where Fight Meets Faith… and Fruit. The Valor Cast is a weekly podcast from New Hope Church's Men of Valor ministry—created for men who want to grow stronger in their faith, lead with integrity, and build lasting brotherhood. Hosted by Pastor Roberto and Scott Allred, each episode features real conversations with men from all walks of life—dads, pastors, business leaders, students—sharing stories of struggle, growth, purpose, and calling. We talk about what it really means to be a man of faith in today's world. From family and work to identity, leadership, and legacy, this show is here to help you become the kind of man God has called you to be. 🎧 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. 🌐 Learn more at findnewhope.com/men

DAY 34 – GOD FIGHTS FOR YOU Scripture: Exodus 14:14 "The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still." Podcast Devotional There are battles you cannot win by trying harder. Israel stood trapped between the Red Sea and an advancing army. God's command was unexpected: "Be still." Not retreat. Not panic. Not overthink. Be still. Men often exhaust themselves fighting battles God never asked them to fight alone. Striving replaces trusting. Control replaces surrender. But God fights best when we stop trying to be our own savior. Stillness doesn't mean inactivity—it means surrendering the outcome to God while remaining obedient. Sometimes strength looks like restraint. Sometimes victory comes when you stop forcing solutions and let God lead. Application: What battle have you been fighting in your own strength? Today, verbally surrender it to God. Brotherhood Action: Pray with a brother and intentionally release a battle to the Lord together. The Valor Cast – Where Fight Meets Faith… and Fruit. The Valor Cast is a weekly podcast from New Hope Church's Men of Valor ministry—created for men who want to grow stronger in their faith, lead with integrity, and build lasting brotherhood. Hosted by Pastor Roberto and Scott Allred, each episode features real conversations with men from all walks of life—dads, pastors, business leaders, students—sharing stories of struggle, growth, purpose, and calling. We talk about what it really means to be a man of faith in today's world. From family and work to identity, leadership, and legacy, this show is here to help you become the kind of man God has called you to be. 🎧 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. 🌐 Learn more at findnewhope.com/men

DAY 32 – THE ARMOR OF GOD Scripture: Ephesians 6:11 "Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes." Podcast Devotional You wouldn't walk into a physical fight unprotected—yet many men step into spiritual battles unarmed every day. Paul reminds us that the armor of God is not optional. It's daily. Truth guards your mind. Righteousness guards your heart. Faith deflects attacks. Salvation anchors your identity. God's Word equips you to respond. Prayer keeps you connected. Victory isn't about toughness—it's about preparedness. Spiritual armor isn't put on once; it's worn intentionally every day. Men fall when they assume yesterday's strength is enough for today's battle. Application: Which piece of God's armor have you been neglecting? Intentionally strengthen it today. Brotherhood Action: Pray with a brother today, asking God to cover you both with His armor. The Valor Cast – Where Fight Meets Faith… and Fruit. The Valor Cast is a weekly podcast from New Hope Church's Men of Valor ministry—created for men who want to grow stronger in their faith, lead with integrity, and build lasting brotherhood. Hosted by Pastor Roberto and Scott Allred, each episode features real conversations with men from all walks of life—dads, pastors, business leaders, students—sharing stories of struggle, growth, purpose, and calling. We talk about what it really means to be a man of faith in today's world. From family and work to identity, leadership, and legacy, this show is here to help you become the kind of man God has called you to be. 🎧 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. 🌐 Learn more at findnewhope.com/men

DAY 31 – THE LORD IS MY BANNER Scripture: Exodus 17:15 "Moses built an altar and called it The Lord is my Banner." Podcast Devotional In ancient battles, banners identified who you belonged to. When Moses declared "The Lord is my Banner," he was saying, "This victory doesn't belong to us—it belongs to God." Men today live under many banners: success, image, masculinity, politics, money. But every banner eventually demands loyalty—and some demand compromise. Living under the Lord's banner means your identity is settled. You don't fight for approval—you fight from belonging. You don't strive to prove yourself—you live to honor Him. When men forget whose banner they're under, they fight the wrong battles. Application: Ask yourself honestly: What banner am I living under right now? Realign your identity under the Lord's authority. Brotherhood Action: Share with a brother what it looks like for you to live under God's banner in daily life. The Valor Cast – Where Fight Meets Faith… and Fruit. The Valor Cast is a weekly podcast from New Hope Church's Men of Valor ministry—created for men who want to grow stronger in their faith, lead with integrity, and build lasting brotherhood. Hosted by Pastor Roberto and Scott Allred, each episode features real conversations with men from all walks of life—dads, pastors, business leaders, students—sharing stories of struggle, growth, purpose, and calling. We talk about what it really means to be a man of faith in today's world. From family and work to identity, leadership, and legacy, this show is here to help you become the kind of man God has called you to be. 🎧 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. 🌐 Learn more at findnewhope.com/men