how to be a better friend

How to Be a Better Friend

There isn’t much in this world better than deep friendship. It gives us happiness, good times and good health. Being a better friend is not only about having fun together, it’s also about being there for the ups and downs, while providing…
letting go of ego

Why Letting Go of Your Ego Matters

It's one of the most challenging things you'll ever go up against. It's even bigger and more dangerous than a blitzing safety. Even more difficult to decipher than a tricky coverage. It's letting go of your ego. Notice how I didn't say just…
Spiritual birth in the bible

10 Facts About Spiritual Birth in the Bible

It's what Christians are talking about when they say they are born again. It's what I'm talking about when I say I follow Jesus. But what is spiritual birth in the Bible?  We all know what it means to be born. We've all done it. We enter…
forgiveness of sins

What Does Forgiveness of Sins Mean?

We’ve all messed up. We’ve done something we regret or something we knew shouldn’t do. Heck, sometimes we do things that we only realize are wrong later on. These are things that hurt others or hurt ourselves—and most importantly, they…
middle-aged man with no friends

5 Challenges & Tips for the Middle-Aged Man with No Friends

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Anyone can suffer from loneliness. You might think of yourself as a middle-aged man with no friends and start to feel hopeless. But the truth is many men have a hard time making friends as an adult and feel like they're missing out on friendship. You…
friendships

How to Take Your Friendships to the Highest Level

I know you’re busy. Most of us are. We have all sorts of stuff going. Some of us have a business phone full of too many emails and texts as well. Some of us are busy traveling. Most of us check a steady stream of social feeds—Instagram,…
overcome depression

Overcome depression with these 6 Strategies

First off, I want to say I’m sorry that you or someone you love has to overcome depression. It’s one of those invisible things that no one else can truly see in its entirety and affects everyone differently. Depression can feel like a heavy…
male friendships

Why True Male FRIENDSHIPS are Needed Today

Men are going through a blitz right now—and they need male friendships to turn the obstacles into growth. For years, technology has been growing all around us, encroaching on our lives and building walls of isolation. It certainly didn’t…
self isolation

Signs of Self-Isolation and How to Stop It

A man can find himself in a season of self-isolation when he's without someone to turn to. Some men start self-isolating because they are afraid to be real and show people their insecurities, while others let pride raise them above the reproach…
how to remove fear from mind and heart

How to Remove Fear From Your Mind and Heart

Fear is uncomfortable, isn’t it? It can mess up our relationships and our ability to carry out our purpose in life. Any man who says he doesn’t feel fear is a big faker. The trick isn’t about never feeling fear again, but learning how…
Jesus is the only way to the father

Why Jesus is the Only Way to the Father

Brother, I have some great news for you: Jesus is the only way to the Father. Now, that might sound restrictive to some. In reality, it radically opens up human understanding beyond what’s otherwise possible, invites you into a life full of…
stop being insecure

How to Stop Being Insecure as a Man

Men don’t like to talk about it, but we face all kinds of insecurities. They fill our lives with anxiety, or we burn out trying to overcome them. Great news! You can learn how to stop being insecure and enjoy the freedom it brings. You don’t…
fruit of the spirit

Understanding the 9 Fruits of the Spirit

How important are the 9 Fruits of the Spirit? Consider two types of teams… For the winning team, it’s easy for all the players to gel. Mistakes are met with, “It’s okay. You’ll get it next time.” You celebrate each other’s accomplishments…
What Does it Mean to Make Disciples

What Does it Mean to Make Disciples?

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Did you know that you're called to make disciples? What does it mean to make disciples, and how do you do it?   Sounds like a huge task, doesn't it?    Now, imagine you're one of the apostles standing before Jesus after…
How to receive God's blessings

How to Receive God’s Blessings in Your Life

Wondering how to receive God's blessings? You've already received more than you even realize. A blessing is any kindness, mercy or good thing that comes from God.    God can give you everything you need and more to share with others,…
How to grow spiritually

Tips for Unlocking Spiritual Growth

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From a young age, the world tells us men that we have to keep growing to earn our manhood—our muscles, our bank account, our dating history. Other, smarter voices tell us to grow our character and become better husbands, fathers, and friends.…
Christian Men's Group

Christian Men’s Group for Deeper Friendship

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Once you've been a part of a good Christian men's group, you realize there's nothing else like it in our culture. Some are Bible studies for men; others are Christian groups based around a shared interest, like fishing or football. At the end…
true friend

Find a True Friend in Jesus

What is a true friend? A true friend is someone who’s always there for you. He gives you unconditional support and helps you see who you really are. He holds you accountable and always encourages you, building you up to be the man you were…
deep friendship

Deep Friendship and the Way of Jesus

How are we lonelier than ever when we can count all the friends we’ve made over the years on Facebook? Recently, 60% of Americans report that they feel lonely on a pretty regular basis.    Some have a hard time finding friends…
spiritual growth, Jeff Kemp Team

Spiritual Growth and Its Seasons of Transformation

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God asks every man to go on an epic journey with him. It’s a beautiful and difficult one, filled with obstacles that demand spiritual growth to overcome. Deep down, most people know they were meant to take such a journey. 74% of U.S. adults…
how to find friends

How to Find Friends and Develop Deep Connections

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We're taught how to do a lot of things growing up. How to tie your shoes, ride a bike and throw a football… But were you ever taught how to find friends?  Nowadays, people are feeling more isolated than ever. A striking 76% of men "don't…