John Harbaugh Embodies Coaching Manhood

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Would you have walked (to the locker room) with Tyler Loop? It was the biggest 5 seconds of Tyler's athletic and professional life. The Baltimore Ravens’ rookie kicker stood poised on the field, ready to kick a game-ending 41-yard field…

Encouragement Rocks: How (and Why) to Appreciate Others

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Discoveries by brain scientists, psychologists, and theologians are lining up. According to neurotheologian Jim Wilder and pastor Michel Hendricks, the human brain is always hunting for peace and joy. The chemistry and synapses of our brain…
friends; level 5 friendship

Why Leaders Need Real Friendship

We have a leadership problem in America. It’s part of our pride and power problem. Nowadays, leaders in everything from politics to business are quick with excuses and blame, and slow to admit fault or take responsibility. Pride and power…
Man Limping

Lead with Your Limp—The Importance of Being Vulnerable First

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It’s been a long time since my last blog, but I’ve been busy over the past few months working with the team to create something that, God-willing, can help men establish, deepen and grow the kind of friendships that Jesus modelled for us.…
how did jesus handle conflict

How Did Jesus Handle Conflict?

When interpreting how did Jesus handle conflict, there are two seemingly opposite characterizations of Him. One is a peace-loving hippie who stopped His own disciple from defending Him before He was falsely accused, tried, and executed like…
courage in the bible

5 Big Lessons About Courage In The Bible

Are you feeling fearful in your life? Do you need extra courage to do something you know you need to do? Courage in the Bible is a recurring theme, reminding us that fear is a natural human response, but we are never alone. God is with us, by…
guiding young men

3 Important Factors in Guiding Young Men

Young men are being seriously blitzed right now. According to the Stanford Review, they are “three times more likely to overdose, four times more likely to commit suicide, and a staggering 14 times more likely to be incarcerated than their…
spiritual leadership

What Does Spiritual Leadership Look Like?

True Biblical spiritual leadership doesn’t look like the world's leadership. And when a spiritual leader fails, it’s because they’ve traded Jesus’ way of leading for a worldly way. Sometimes, that’s replacing spiritual goals with…
lead your family spiritually

How to Lead Your Family Spiritually

Think of the qualities of a great leader. He or she is inspirational and direct, has a plan, holds others accountable, and puts the team first. Now, think of a bad leader: a hypocritical commander who lacks confidence or direction.…
christian leader man

Key Traits of Christian Leaders

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Christian leadership is more than just holding a position of authority; it’s about embodying the qualities and principles that reflect Christ’s example. True Christian leaders are called to lead with faith, integrity, and a heart for service,…
Jesus changed the world

Discover How Jesus Changed The World

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Jesus is all about transformation. He transforms the character of those who follow Him, transforming their relationships with others and the communities that center their lives around Him. Is it any wonder that no other man has changed the world…
Bless others; men coaching men, how to bless others

How to Bless Others

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We live in a self-centered, me-focused culture. Men especially are told to get the most out of life, make their money go further, and use their networks to get a better job. The fact that you're looking for how to bless others shows that you…
financial blessings; managing money; God financial blessings

Why Won’t God Bless Me Financially? What the Bible Says

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You wouldn't be the first person to wonder why God hasn't sent lump sums of financial blessings. When we ask for something, it's easy to be confused when we don't receive it because we know God loves us more than we could possibly understand.…
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 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.…