Who I Became

James McGarvey is co-host of the Church Safety Guys, one of the largest groups on Facebook dedicated to church safety and security. In this episode of Who I Became James shares a serious accident that happened to his grandma when he was 11 years old, which shaped his 20-year volunteer career as a firefighter, EMS, and volunteer with the San Bernardino Sheriff's Department. This sparked a passion to dedicate his life to protecting others.  Links and Show Notes   Follow Who I Became on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhoIBecame/   Watch Who I Became on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3d52vKN  Simon's Books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3jwwtLW  Learn more about the Church Safety Guys: https://bit.ly/2ZHYlFf Books by Church Safety Guys 31 Day Devotional For Church Safety & Security Teams Strengthening the Body, Mind, & Spirit: https://amzn.to/3l6piKT The Road Less Traveled: Devotional and Group Study Guide for Church Safety & Security Volunteers: https://amzn.to/3l6piKT To Protect and Serve: Daily Readings for Law Enforcement, First Responders, and Church Security Teams: https://amzn.to/33r56xm The Gratitude Challenge: https://amzn.to/33nYsb8 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/who-i-became/support (https://anchor.fm/who-i-became/support)

Paul Buckner is one of the co-hosts of the Church Safety Guys, one of the largest Facebook groups dedicated to church safety and security with thousands of followers. In this episode of Who I Became, Paul shares his journey from his humble beginnings of being raised in a small cabin in Missouri to becoming a police chaplain, company owner, and developing a desire to give back to others through leadership.  Links and Show Notes  Follow Who I Became on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhoIBecame/   Watch Who I Became on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3d52vKN  Simon's Books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3jwwtLW  Learn more about the Church Safety Guys: https://bit.ly/2ZHYlFf  Books by Church Safety Guys 31 Day Devotional For Church Safety & Security Teams Strengthening the Body, Mind, & Spirit: https://amzn.to/3l6piKT The Road Less Traveled: Devotional and Group Study Guide for Church Safety & Security Volunteers: https://amzn.to/3l6piKT To Protect and Serve: Daily Readings for Law Enforcement, First Responders, and Church Security Teams: https://amzn.to/33r56xm The Gratitude Challenge: https://amzn.to/33nYsb8

Violence and crime, war and murder—there are many evils in the world. These can have physiological and psychological effects on those engaged in combat. This week’s guest sought to understand this in the early part of his career, resulting in a body of knowledge now known as killology but in the face of all this, he encourages us to believe in forces of good. Motivated by love, we are surrounded by heroes who choose to live a life of sacrifice. This episode dives into the life and learnings of Lt. Col. Dave Grossman. He is a man who looks deeper and now shares his wisdom with the world. We discuss the beginnings of killology, and how his work has evolved over time. Lt. Col. Dave also emphasizes the need to shield our kids from violent video games. Lastly, he shares his love of God and his choice to live the path of a sheepdog. If you’re interested in the psychology of killing and spiritual combat, tune in to the full episode! 3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode: Know the roots of killology and its importance in society today. Learn more about how violent video games negatively impact children. Be inspired to live a life of sacrifice. Resources Join the tribe and subscribe to Simon’s https://www.simonosamoh.com/podcaster (newsletter)! Connect with Lt. Col. Dave:  https://www.killology.com/ (Website) | https://www.linkedin.com/in/lt-col-dave-grossman-55a3304/ (LinkedIn) | https://www.facebook.com/LtColDaveGrossman (Facebook) Lt. Col. Dave’s books: https://www.amazon.com/Killing-Psychological-Cost-Learning-Society/dp/0316040932/ref=sr_1_1?crid=18P0N90EJSZ5T&dchild=1&keywords=on+killing+by+dave+grossman&qid=1628764817&sprefix=on+killin%2Caps%2C374&sr=8-1 (On Killing) https://www.amazon.com/On-Combat-audiobook/dp/B00FJWP7MK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1WE0O9VHP3RI4&dchild=1&keywords=on+combat+dave+grossman&qid=1628764835&sprefix=on+combat%2Caps%2C352&sr=8-1 (On Combat) with Loren W. Christensen https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Combat-Missions-Victorious-Warfare/dp/B087YFVBZ1/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=on+spiritual+combat&qid=1628764854&s=audible&sr=1-1 (On Spiritual Combat) with Adam Davis https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28118517-assassination-generation (Assassination Generation) with Kristine Paulsen and Katie Miserany https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41174496-bulletproof-marriage (Bulletproof Marriage) with Adam Davis https://www.amazon.com/Sheepdogs-Meet-Our-Nations-Warriors/dp/061579517X (Sheepdogs: Meet Our Nations Warriors) with Stephanie Rogish https://www.sheepdogknifeandgun.com/ (SheepDog Knife & Gun) About Lt. Col. Dave Lt. Col. Dave Grossman is a US Army Ranger and former West Point psychology professor. He is the director of the Killology Research Group and coined the term killology as the study of the destructive act of killing. He is a scholar and author of multiple books including On Killing, which has sold over half a million copies. His research and expertise have led him around the country. For almost 300 days a year, he trains law enforcement and military personnel. He has brought his knowledge to the U.S. government to improve the nation’s public defense. If you want to learn more about Lt. Col. Dave, you can find him on his https://www.linkedin.com/in/lt-col-dave-grossman-55a3304/ (LinkedIn) or https://www.facebook.com/LtColDaveGrossman (Facebook). You can also check out his https://www.killology.com/ (website) for more information on his research on killing and combat.   Enjoyed this Episode? If you did, be sure to subscribe and share it with your friends! Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning in, then leave us a review. You can also share this with your friends and family. This episode will give them a background on killology and how we can be a force of good against violence. Have any questions? You can connect with me onhttps://www.facebook.com/simonosamoh1 (...

Most of us don't think of a church as a dangerous place. However, no place is immune to outside threats; stores get robbed, and even schools deal with shooters. A church will face its share of attackers as well. To ensure our community's well-being, we all need to reevaluate our security systems and prepare for any attack. In today's episode, Carl Chinn explains how he left working in agriculture to lead a church security organization. He details how he decided to dedicate his life to God after the birth of his sons. Carl also recalls the bomb threats and security breaches he faced in his lifetime. Most importantly, he shares some practical advice to budding church security ministers. Find out why Carl advocates so strongly about church security in the full episode! 3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode Get inspiration from Carl’s transformation from a rebellious teen to a family man of faith. Hear about Carl’s gripping tales of security breaches. Understand why church security systems are crucial to the safety of churchgoers. About CarlCarl Chinn is a security and safety systems expert who initially started as a building manager for Focus on the Family Ministry. He is part of an association for church security ministers known as the Faith Based Security Network. Carl is a devoted member of the New Life Church and conducts church security training for other ministers. He has also written a book titled https://www.amazon.com/Evil-Invades-Sanctuary-Carl-Chinn/dp/0615657885 (Evil Invades Sanctuary). If you want to know more about Carl, you may visit his http://www.carlchinn.com/home.html (website). Enjoyed this Episode?If you did, be sure to subscribe and share it with your friends! Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning in, then leave us a review. You can also share this with your friends and family. This episode will inspire them to improve their church security. Have any questions? You can connect with me onhttps://www.facebook.com/simonosamoh1 ( Facebook),https://twitter.com/SimonOsamoh ( Twitter), or https://www.instagram.com/simonosamoh/ (Instagram). Thank you for tuning in! For more updates, visit my https://www.simonosamoh.com/ (website) orhttps://mailchi.mp/79a93fb461d9/simonosamoh ( join the community). You may also tune in onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/who-i-became/id1514104061 ( Apple Podcasts) orhttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmu-CaQ10DJk7Y1uAfk_f_MJkwt1m2441 ( YouTube).

In 2017, a gunman claimed the lives of 26 people and injured 20 at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs. Every second that passed at this moment was critical, and the good guy with a gun didn’t waste any time taking action. God called him to put a stop to this tragic event, and he obliged. In this episode, the “good guy with a gun,” Stephen Willeford, shares what led him to confront an armed gunman. He talks about the specific life experiences that prepared him for that one fateful day. Stephen imparts the lessons he learned from the tests God put him in and how he overcame them. He feels blessed to use what he has as the good guy with a gun to serve God’s purpose for him. Tune in to the episode to be inspired by a story of faith, purpose, and bravery. 3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode: Discover the meaning behind the phrase “God chases those that he loves.” Learn how the church offers a source of strength to its community. Find out our crucial role as God’s sheepdogs and how Stephen fulfilled the role of the good guy with a gun. Resources Connect with Stephen: https://www.stephenwilleford.com/ (Website) https://home.nra.org/ (National Rifle Association) About Stephen Stephen Willeford has become known across the country as the “good guy with a gun” after the deadliest church shooting in US history. He started practicing shooting at a young age, which led him to participate in shooting competitions. Later, he became a member and a certified instructor at the National Rifle Association. Stephen believes that his faith and preparedness led him to step in during the critical incident that Sunday morning in 2017. Shortly after, Stephen began speaking publicly about his experience. He delivered an acclaimed speech in 2018 at the National Rifle Association Convention. He also was appointed to serve on the Texas Private Security Board in that same year. If you want to reach out to Stephen, you can visit hishttps://twitter.com/FigenMurray ( )https://www.stephenwilleford.com/ (website). Enjoyed this Episode? If you did, be sure to subscribe and share it with your friends! Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning in, please leave us a review. You can also share this with your friends and family. This episode will inspire them to follow their calling and use what they know to do good in the world. Have any questions? You can connect with me onhttps://www.facebook.com/simonosamoh1 ( Facebook),https://twitter.com/SimonOsamoh ( Twitter), orhttps://www.instagram.com/simonosamoh/ ( Instagram). Thank you for tuning in! For more updates, visit myhttps://www.simonosamoh.com/ ( website) orhttps://mailchi.mp/79a93fb461d9/simonosamoh ( join) the community. You may also tune in onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/who-i-became/id1514104061 ( Apple Podcasts) orhttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmu-CaQ10DJk7Y1uAfk_f_MJkwt1m2441 ( YouTube).