What does it actually look like to hear God’s voice, walk intimately with Him, and live for His Kingdom instead of building your own empire?

In Episode 103 of the True North Podcast, the guys unpack a word Joseph received after intentionally making margin to listen to God. What began as something personal became an invitation to the Church: rise up, awaken, make margin, and learn to faithfully follow the voice of God.

Joseph shares how his own journey of hearing God began in 2019—and why it was messy, frustrating, and uncertain at first. Over six years, what once felt difficult became something he describes as necessary to his daily life.

The conversation moves into the difference between Kingdom and empire. Our culture gives us obvious measurements for success: income, houses, cars, businesses, influence, and status. But what does God measure? Where is your heart? Where does your attention go? What comes out of you when life doesn’t go according to plan?

They also unpack what it means to “rise up” when fear, anxiety, scarcity, busyness, self-reliance, and everyday problems try to take over.

In this episode:

• How Joseph learned to hear God’s voice
• Why intimacy with God takes time
• What to do when quiet time feels frustrating or unproductive
• Why you don’t need to wait for another spiritual high
• Learning to recognize God’s voice among all the other voices
• Kingdom vs. empire
• How fear and anxiety reveal where we’re placing our trust
• What “rising up” actually looks like in everyday life
• Moving from scarcity toward trust in God’s provision
• Why the mundane moments may be where spiritual maturity actually happens
• Choosing faith before you feel mature enough
• The invitation for the Church to awaken and move

You don’t have to wait for the next camp, conference, worship night, or mountaintop experience to encounter God. The invitation is available today.

Make margin. Learn His voice. Follow where He leads.

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What if the reactions, anger, isolation, shame, or patterns showing up in your life are pointing toward places Jesus wants to heal?

In Episode 102 of the True North Podcast, Joseph Lashwood, Lee Cantrell, and James unpack the healing stream of Jesus’ ministry and recap what happened at The Frontier. They explore what inner healing can look like, why revisiting the past is not the same as living in it, and how Jesus can bring restoration to wounds that were never fully tended.

Through deeply personal stories, they discuss childhood wounds, isolation, pornography, shame, father wounds, false agreements, hearing the voice of God, and learning to invite Jesus into the places we would rather hide.

This conversation also explores how men can walk alongside one another in healing through curiosity, grace-filled acceptance, compassion, and dependence on the Holy Spirit.

You’ll hear about:

• Why following Jesus doesn’t mean every part of your heart is already healed
• How past wounds can influence present reactions
• The false agreements we make in moments of pain
• Why inner healing isn’t about living in the past
• How to invite Jesus into painful memories
• The importance of hearing God’s voice
• How shame and isolation keep wounds hidden
• Curiosity, compassion, and grace when entering another man’s story
• Why healing cannot be rushed or forced
• How Jesus restores identity, belonging, love, and freedom

You don’t have to keep dragging every wound from your story behind you. Jesus is inviting you into restoration, freedom, and deeper intimacy with Him.

If this conversation stirred something in your heart and you want someone to walk with you, reach out to True North.

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What happens when everything you've built your identity on begins to fall apart?Hunter Hill shares the powerful story of reaching the lowest point of his life, facing the possible loss of his career, praying for the first time in more than a decade, and discovering that Jesus had been pursuing him all along.What followed was a series of God-ordained moments that led Hunter to True North, Base Camp, deep healing, and a completely transformed life.In this episode you'll hear:• The desperate prayer that changed everything• Why success without Jesus left him empty• How Base Camp transformed his marriage and family• Breaking free from the "poser" identity• Learning to hear God's voice• The healing power of Christian brotherhood• Discovering your true identity in Christ• Why margin has become one of God's greatest gifts• Using woodworking and craftsmanship to share the Gospel• What it looks like to say "yes" to Jesus every dayHunter's story is a reminder that no one is too far gone for God's grace and that surrender often becomes the beginning of the greatest chapter of your life.If this conversation encouraged you, be sure to subscribe and share it with someone who needs hope today.Learn more about True North:True North#TrueNorth #ChristianPodcast #MensMinistry #Faith #Jesus #Discipleship #ChristianMen #Healing #IdentityInChrist #Testimony

100 episodes.What began as a simple audio podcast has become a platform reaching millions of people with stories of healing, freedom, and the Gospel.In this special 100th episode, James, Joseph, and Taylor reflect on the journey from episode one to today, sharing the behind-the-scenes stories, the impact of the podcast, and the vision God is continuing to unfold through True North.In this conversation you'll hear:• How the True North Podcast grew from 700 to over 20,000 followers• The stories behind millions of video views and lives changed• Why the mission has never been about numbers• The power of authentic testimony and storytelling• Why True North refuses to chase hype over transformation• What God has been doing through Base Camp, Frontier, Anchor, and discipleship• Joseph's new role as Discipleship Director• The vision for the future of True North Ministries• Why slowing down may be the most countercultural thing a Christian can doWhether you've been listening since episode one or this is your first episode, thank you for being part of the journey.Our prayer is that every episode points people toward deeper intimacy with Jesus, authentic community, healing, restoration, and the adventure of following God.If this podcast has encouraged you, consider subscribing, sharing it with someone who needs it, or supporting the mission of True North.Learn more about True North:True NorthThank you for 100 incredible episodes. Here's to whatever God has planned next.#TrueNorth #ChristianPodcast #MensMinistry #WildAtHeart #Discipleship #Faith #Jesus #ChristianLeadership #StoryMatters #Podcast

Can God use a fly fishing trip to transform a man's life?In this episode of the True North Podcast, Joseph sits down with Marshall and Jeremy, founders of Emerge Mission, to hear the incredible story behind a ministry that is helping men slow down, encounter God, and discover freedom in the outdoors.What started as one man's battle with anxiety became a calling to create life-changing experiences where men disconnect from the noise, spend intentional time with the Father, and build authentic community through fly fishing.This conversation explores:• Marshall's battle with crippling anxiety and fear• How surrender became the beginning of healing• Why God often builds us through suffering• The surprising connection between fly fishing and spiritual formation• The power of slowing down and listening for God's voice• Community, vulnerability, and authentic brotherhood• Why every man needs intentional time away from distraction• The mission behind Emerge and how they're changing lives one trip at a timeWhether you've never held a fishing rod or you've spent your life on the water, this episode isn't really about fly fishing.It's about surrender.It's about identity.It's about discovering that sometimes God meets us most powerfully when we step away from the noise and into His creation.Learn more about Emerge Mission or apply for a trip:https://emergeflyfishing.comLearn more about True North:Truenorth.liveIf this conversation encouraged you, subscribe to the channel, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a review. Every share helps more men discover hope, healing, and purpose.#TrueNorth #EmergeMission #FlyFishing #ChristianMen #Anxiety #Healing #SpiritualGrowth #Brotherhood #Faith #Purpose

What does spiritual warfare actually look like in the life of a believer?

In this episode of the True North Podcast, James sits down with Joseph Lashbrook to unpack the teaching Joseph shared at our most recent Frontier gathering.

This year at Frontier, we're walking through The Four Streams, a framework that explores the ways Jesus ministered to people through Spiritual Warfare, Healing, Discipleship, and Counseling. Each month, we spend an evening diving deeper into one of these streams and learning how to partner with God in bringing restoration to ourselves and others.

This month's Frontier focused on Spiritual Warfare, and this conversation expands on that teaching by exploring topics like:

• What spiritual warfare really is
• Why identity in Christ matters
• The role of faith and wisdom
• How intimacy with God prepares us for spiritual battles
• Why every situation requires discernment instead of formulas
• How the Four Streams work together in bringing healing and restoration

Whether you attended Frontier or are hearing these teachings for the first time, our hope is that this conversation encourages you to pursue a deeper relationship with God and equips you to walk confidently with Him.

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Can a horse reveal what's really happening inside your heart?

In this fascinating episode of the True North Podcast, we sit down with a horse trainer, coach, and ministry leader who has spent decades helping people discover emotional healing, spiritual growth, and deeper self-awareness through unexpected encounters with horses.

From emotional intelligence and self-worth to supernatural stories, nature, healing, identity, and the role of vulnerability, this conversation explores how God often speaks in ways we never expect.

In this episode we discuss:

• Emotional intelligence and spiritual maturity
• Self-worth vs self-esteem
• How horses reveal hidden fears and beliefs
• Family, marriage, and blended family dynamics
• Coaching, healing, and personal growth
• Learning to ask better questions
• The connection between emotional and spiritual health
• Nature, God's voice, and divine encounters
• Leadership, identity, and authentic relationships
• The restoration of Oklahoma and healthy families

Whether you're a leader, parent, entrepreneur, ministry leader, or simply someone pursuing deeper healing, this conversation will challenge the way you think about growth, relationships, and God's presence.

What do you do when everyone says a retreat will change your life... and you leave feeling like nothing happened?In this episode of the True North Podcast, we hear the honest story of Chad Parks whose first Base Camp experience was filled with distractions, frustration, spiritual warfare, and a desire to leave early. Yet what seemed like a disappointing weekend became the beginning of a deeper journey that ultimately transformed his marriage, leadership, faith, and family.This conversation explores:Marriage restoration and healingSpiritual warfare and distractionsLeadership through exampleThe power of persistenceCelebrate Recovery and personal growthDeveloping intimacy with GodPresence, service, and spiritual disciplinesFamily leadership and faithWhy changing yourself matters more than changing othersSometimes breakthrough doesn't happen in a dramatic moment. Sometimes it comes through surrender, consistency, and the willingness to keep showing up.

What happens when a man finally realizes the chaos in his life didn’t start with addiction… but with wounds he never knew he carried?In this powerful episode of the True North Podcast, we sit down with Steven Robinson for one of the rawest conversations we’ve ever had about addiction, shame, identity, healing, and freedom. From meth addiction, prison, alcoholism, marijuana dependency, and broken relationships to encountering Jesus at Base Camp and beginning a journey of restoration, this story is honest, emotional, and deeply hopeful.This episode dives into:Addiction and emotional woundsFreedom from shame and self-hatredMarriage restoration and fatherhoodHealing through vulnerability and brotherhoodThe impact of Base Camp and True NorthReligious performance vs real relationship with JesusSpiritual growth, identity, and redemptionBreaking generational cyclesMasculinity, purpose, and emotional healingIf you’ve ever felt stuck, numb, angry, addicted, ashamed, or disconnected from who God created you to be, this conversation is for you.True North Podcast Ep 95Learn more about Base Camp and True North:True North#TrueNorth #AddictionRecovery #ChristianMen #Healing #Masculinity #Freedom #SpiritualGrowth #MarriageRestoration #Fatherhood #IdentityInChrist

Why do strong, capable men hold it together at work… then fall apart at home?

In this powerful episode, Sean McGuire shares why so many men carry unresolved pain, react out of hidden wounds, and struggle to transition from pressure at work to peace at home. From childhood trauma to stress, anger, shame, and emotional triggers, this conversation gets to the root of what is really going on beneath the surface.

Sean unpacks:

• why men overreact to small things
• how childhood wounds still shape adult behavior
• what it means to “transfer” stress into your home
• practical tools for transition, self-awareness, and healing
• why community, counseling, and truth-telling matter

This is an honest conversation about healing, masculinity, family, and becoming the man God is calling you to be. If you have ever felt stressed, reactive, shut down, or stuck in patterns you do not understand, this episode will speak directly to you.