This is my first episode with a guest! CJ is a former wrestler of mine who is working to become a college head wrestling coach, but he still has a long way to go. If you are a young guy who is frustrated with setbacks and a lack of visible progress, I think this episode will be an encouragement. 

Music: Ty Joseph Godfrey https://passingpines.bandcamp.com/

References:

James 1:2-4

https://goumary.com/sports/wrestling

If you are a recent college grad trying to figure out your money situation or you just don't want to be broke, this episode is for you. We live in a culture where debt is normal and consequently, most people are broke. In this episode, I lay out some practical ways get your money under control, so you are not broke too. 

Music: Ty Joseph Godfrey https://passingpines.bandcamp.com/

References:

Luke 14:28

Proverbs 3:9-10

Proverbs 22:7

Romans 13:8

In this episode, I talk about one of the most challenging ways to love you team - tell them the truth. I also give my opinion on where I think the American Church is dropping the ball when it comes to speaking the truth. 

Music: Ty Joseph Godfrey https://passingpines.bandcamp.com/

References:

1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Proverbs 27:6

Matthew 5:10-12

Matthew 12:33-37

Matthew 7:6

James 1:19

Our culture has way too many men who are passive, lazy, and soft. In today's episode, I talk about God's unique design for men, which is quite the opposite. 

Music: Ty Joseph Godfrey https://passingpines.bandcamp.com/

References:

Genesis 2:15, 18

Romans 8:26

John 14:26

Ephesians 5:25

1 Peter 3:7

1 Thessalonians 2:7, 11-12

If you are a "personal growth junkie", this episode is for you! In this episode, I expose some of the problems with "self-help" content and I give some practical tips on how to navigate that world without becoming a depressed narcissist. 

Music: Ty Joseph Godfrey https://passingpines.bandcamp.com/

References:

Matthew 16:24-25

2 Corinthians 5:15

Philippians 4:11-13

Cancel culture has become a serious problem in our society, but it's nothing new. In this episode I talk about why we have "cancel culture" and more importantly, how you as a leader should deal with it. 

Music: Ty Joseph Godfrey https://passingpines.bandcamp.com/

References:

Proverbs 29:25

John 8

Titus 3:3-7

Thanks to the internet, smart phones, TV shows like Friends, and many other things, pornography use has become so prevalent in our culture that it is considered "normal" and even "healthy in many circles! In this episode, I talk about the destructive nature of porn and how it is wrecking your leadership. 

Music: Ty Joseph Godfrey https://passingpines.bandcamp.com/

References:

https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/process-addiction/porn-addiction/related/pornography-statistics/

https://conquerseries.com/15-mind-blowing-statistics-about-pornography-and-the-church/

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Matthew 5:28-29

1 Corinthians 10:13

John 8:31-32

Genesis 6:5

Romans 5:8

If you have ever worked for a bad leader, you know how miserable it can be. But how do these people get into their positions of leadership if they are not good at their job? 

In this episode, I go through 4 ways bad leaders get put in charge and why you should care. 

Music: Ty Joseph Godfrey https://passingpines.bandcamp.com/

Trying to "find your calling" can often make you feel stuck or even paralyzed. Like your life will be on hold until you figure that out. If that's ever been you, this episode should be an encouragement, because I believe God has made His "calling" for your life very clear. In this episode I go through 7 things we are all called to according to God's word. 

Music: Ty Joseph Godfrey https://passingpines.bandcamp.com/

References:

Romans 8:28-29

Matthew 28:19

Ephesians 5:25

1 Timothy 5:8

Romans 12:6-8

Ecclesiastes 5:18-20

If you are trying to get somewhere in life, but you feel like your effort isn't doing any good, this episode is for you. There are few things in life more frustrating than working your tail off without seeing any results. 

In this episode, I break down why people give up when they are striving for a goal and how you can be different so that you don't get tired of doing what's right. 

Music: Ty Joseph Godfrey https://passingpines.bandcamp.com/

References:

James 1:19-20

Genesis 6:5

Genesis 39:9