The Lion Within Us - Leadership for Christian Men
Christian men are in a battle for their lives. Satan will do everything possible to destroy them. The Lion Within Us is a community that provides encouragement to become the leaders God intends us to be. Our main focus lies within three categories: Health (Mental/Physical), Wealth (Careers/Finances) and Self (Husbands/Fathers/Brothers in Christ). By sharpening these areas of our lives, we can find the strength needed to stand firm in our faith and unleash the Lion Within.
Episodes
600 episodes
600. I'm Just A Guy Series - Experiencing Anxiety
Anxiety doesn’t ask permission; it just shows up—at 2 a.m., in the middle of a meeting, or right before a hard conversation. We go straight at the knot in the stomach and the stories we tell ourselves about control, exploring a practical path f...
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599. 2 Corinthians 10:5 - Spiritual Kick Off
Ever notice how a single interaction can hijack your whole day—and your head? We open 2 Corinthians 10:5 and make it practical, showing how to take anxious thoughts captive with a clear, simple framework you can use under pressure. From the gri...
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598. You Were Made For Impact - Fun Friday
We take the ancient call to “arise and build” and turn it into a field manual for modern men who want to lead with conviction at home, at work, and in the church. Drawing from our conversation with Dr. John Wilson, we break down The Nehemiah Wa...
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597. The Nehemiah Way With John Wilson
Bad news broke his heart, but prayer formed his plan. That’s the hinge where ordinary men become catalytic leaders, and it’s the heartbeat of our conversation with Dr. John Wilson, author of The Nehemiah Way. We walk through a raw, practical bl...
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596. Nehemiah 2:18 - Spiritual Kick Off
A single line can change a life: “Let’s arise and build.” Today we unpack what that call looks like for modern men who feel the weight of work, family, and faith—and want to move from good intentions to godly action. I share why leadership void...
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595. Finding Your Vision - Fun Friday
Vision determines destiny. Without clear direction, we drift into stagnation and frustration. This episode unpacks the profound truth of Proverbs 29:18 - "Where there is no vision, the people perish" - and offers practical guidance for Christia...
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594. Without Vision, We Drift With Dave Jones
Have you ever wondered if your faith and your career are supposed to be completely separate things? What if there's a way to bring your authentic Christian self into your work without falling into religious clichés? Dave "Super Dave" Jones join...
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593. Proverbs 12:22 - Spiritual Kick Off
The relentless pace of modern life can leave even the most dedicated Christian men adrift without direction. Many of us find ourselves in perpetual motion without meaningful direction, reacting to endless notifications, meetings, and oblig...
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20:23
592. Stand Firm In Truth - Fun Friday
What happens when Christian men focus intentionally on building strength in their health, finances, and relationships? Life-changing transformation that ripples through every area of leadership. Standing firm in truth serves as our foundat...
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11:57
591. Stand Firm And Act Like Men With Joby Martin
Pastor Joby Martin returns to The Lion Within Us for a profound conversation about what it truly means to be a biblical man in today's world. With disarming honesty and characteristic humor, Pastor Joby unpacks the core message of his new book ...
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590. Ephesians 6:14 - Spiritual Kick Off
Standing firm feels natural when life is good—bills paid, family happy, everything running smoothly. But what happens when the doctor calls with unexpected news? When your child hits a rebellious streak? When your marriage starts crumbling? Sta...
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589. Burden Bearers - Fun Friday
Brotherhood isn't just a nice idea—it's a biblical mandate that transforms our lives. Drawing from Galatians 6:2, "Carry each other's burdens and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ," this episode dives deep into what authentic Chris...
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588. The Crucible Project With Roy Wooten
What keeps you trapped in patterns that don't serve you? Roy Wooten, Executive Director of The Crucible Project, reveals the startling reality facing modern Christian men: a crisis of isolation where three out of five men can't name five friend...
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587. Galatians 6:2 - Spiritual Kick Off
Have you ever scrolled through hundreds of social media posts yet felt completely alone? This spiritual kickoff dives deep into one of Christianity's most profound paradoxes: in our hyper-connected digital age, genuine human connection has neve...
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21:47
586. When Two Become One - Fun Friday
Marriage requires warriors, not spectators. As Christian men, we face an enemy actively working to destroy our most sacred relationship, yet many of us lack the practical tools to defend what matters most. This episode tackles the heart of mari...
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11:02
585. I'm Just A Guy Series - Fighting For My Marriage
Marriage is warfare. The enemy wants nothing more than to destroy what God has joined together, and far too many Christian men find themselves unprepared for the battle. Drawing from personal experience, including the pain of divorce and ...
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584. Colossians 3:13 - Spiritual Kick Off
Fear of conflict can paralyze even the strongest marriages. Many of us grew up believing that healthy relationships were completely void of disagreement—that arguments signaled failure rather than opportunity. This podcast shatters that myth, r...
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583. The Help Framework For Men - Fun Friday
Ever found yourself stuck in a situation where you desperately needed help but couldn't bring yourself to ask? That stubborn independence might be costing you more than you realize. Chris Granger opens up about his unexpected journey with ...
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582. The Bumpy Road To Better With Tim Timberlake
Have you ever found yourself saying "No thanks, I'm good" when someone offers help, even though you're struggling? Pastor Tim Timberlake joins us to explore why accepting help feels so challenging—especially for men—and how this resistance migh...
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581. Ecclesiastes 4:10 - Spiritual Kick Off
Have you ever faced a moment when your strength wasn't enough? When life knocked you down so hard that independence was no longer an option? That's exactly where I found myself after a devastating farm accident left me with three ankle fracture...
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580. Breaking Free From Bondage - Fun Friday
Every Christian man faces battles that aren't fought with physical strength alone. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 10:3, "For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh," this episode dives deep into one of the most significan...
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579. Beyond The Line With Justin Smith
What if the battle with pornography isn't about willpower, but about healing deep wounds? Justin Smith discovered this truth the hard way when his wife gave him an ultimatum: "Get your crap together or get out of the house." That moment became ...
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578. 2 Corinthians 10:3 - Spiritual Kick Off
Every Christian man knows the tension—walking in a broken world while battling spiritual enemies that seek to destroy what God has called good. The war against lust isn't fought with flesh and blood weapons but with spiritual ones that God has ...
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