The Noble Man

In this episode of the Noble Man podcast, Mike and Bryndan Loritts discuss the challenges and opportunities of leading a church in today's diverse environment. They explore the importance of preaching, community, and discipleship, particularly in urban contexts. The conversation emphasizes the need for authenticity, vulnerability, and the legacy that men leave for future generations.

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Bryndan Loritts podcast

Woodside Bible Church Pontiac

Noble Warriors Men's Conference - Roanoke
March 7, 2026

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From Christian hip hop to building God's Kingdom, William "Duce" Branch reflects on his unique upbringing and the impact of his father’s vision on his calling today!

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Blueprint Church

Cross Tapes

The Ambassador

Facebook
instagram

 

Right Color, Wrong Culture
by Bryan Loritts

Noble Warriors Men's Conference - Chesapeake, VA
February 21, 2026

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Mike and Stephen Mansfield discuss the importance of noble manhood and the role of men in society. They explore themes of leadership, mentorship, and the impact of historical and cultural narratives on modern masculinity. Stephen shares insights from his books and personal experiences, emphasizing the need for men to connect with their heritage and embrace a warrior ethos.

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Stephen Mansfield

Mansfield's Book of Manly Men

Building Your Band of Brothers

Men of Fire

The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes

Noble Warriors Men's Conference - Chesapeake, VA
February 21, 2026

Noble Warriors YouTube Channel

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A new year... a new direction! Mike and Dr. Smith discuss the importance of immersing ourselves in God's Word daily in order to hear God's Word. Dr. Smith best summarized the discussion with these wise words: "The closer we get to God the more we will synchronize our steps with His steps, and our stop with His ‘stop.’"

 

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Spotify - Chronoligical ESV Bible Plan with Robert Smith

 

Noble Warriors YouTube channel

 

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Many families reflect on the meaning of Christmas and the values that come with it. Mike and Pastor Derek Futrell delve into the parenting styles of Mary and Joseph, highlighting the profound lessons they offer for modern parents.

 

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Parkway Baptist Church

 

The Manger Build Experience

 

Noble Warriors YouTube channel

 

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Not all in the church are "preachers," but elders who lead in some aspects of pastoral teaching provide the Pastor with more availability to shepherd the whole congregation. Early in his role as a pastor, Carl Peyton was a "bi-vocational pastor." He needed help leading his congregation! In this podcast, Carl shares his experience of finding men who are called to lead in a non-traditional role.

 

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Transformation Church RVA

 

BetterMan

 

The Manger Build Experience

 

Noble Warriors YouTube channel

 

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How do churches welcome every guy, from every background in every situation? Marriage, never married, divorced... many churches have not adapted their young adult and/or singles ministries to meet the evolving statistics of marital status.

 

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Table for One Ministries

 

Lifeway Research articles:

The Preaching Style That Reaches Young Adults

 

How Do You Deal With Cohabiting Young Adults in Your Ministry?

 

The Manger Build Experience

 

Noble Warriors YouTube channel

 

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While sharing his personal testimony, Bill Fulkerson reminds us of the importance of being on mission wherever we are in our career.

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First Baptist Church • Park Street

BetterMan

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This podcast comes from a Crawford's timely and powerful message that he preached at an Iron Sharpens Iron conference in 2007.

 

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* Courage rests upon a clear assignment from God.

* Courage rests upon the assurance of God's presence.

* Courage rests upon focused determination.

* Courage is resourced and driven by the word of God.

 

Crawford Loritts

 

Noble Warriors YouTube channel

 

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So many young men have been changed by great coaching. The impact from great coaches goes even deeper when their influence is Christ-centered. Steve Chromy shares how God led him to have a heart for reaching men with the love of Jesus.

 

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Mount Hermon Baptist Church - Danville, VA

 

The Master Plan of Evangelism

by Robert E. Coleman

 

Noble Warriors YouTube channel

 

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After talking about Josh's role as a new father, Mike and Josh discuss David Murrow's book, Why Men Hate Going to Church. Christianity is the only world religion with a chronic shortage of men. David Murrow identifies the barriers to male participation and explains why it’s so hard to motivate men who are already in the church.

 

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Olive Baptist Church - Pensacola, FL

 

3 Values for the Olive Baptist Church men's ministry

  * Build Your Home

 

  * Make Disciples

 

  * Reach a City

 

Why Men Hate Going to Church

(By David Murrow)

 

Noble Warriors YouTube channel

 

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What is it like to grow up in the Noble Warriors family? In this podcast Tim, Ben, Zach and Hannah reflect on the past 20 years and how their parents, and the ministry, have influenced their upbringing.

 

You’re Invited to the Noble Warriors 20^th Anniversary!

 

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Join Mike and Stacy in celebrating the 20^th anniversary of Noble Warriors! In this podcast, they answer many questions that describe the history of Noble Warriors, the impact it has made on discipling men as well as how it became a ministry that the whole family participated in.

 

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You’re Invited to the Noble Warriors 20^th Anniversary!

 

In the Beginning - Noble Warriors | Episode 1

 

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Events of having rites of passage for boys entering manhood used to be a common sense part of societies for thousands of years. It unfortunately has been sorely missing from Western culture and we have witnessed the impact it has had. ​Coach Dan Smith started Voyage Rites in 2024 to spark a movement of rites of passage, equipping fathers and mentors with faith-based tools to guide boys into biblical manhood.

 

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Voyage Rites

 

Wild at Heart: Discovering the Secret of a Man's Soul

(by John Eldredge)

 

Raising a Modern-Day Knight: A Father's Role in Guiding His Son to Authentic Manhood

(by Robert Lewis)

 

Milestone to Manhood: A Christian Rite of Passage to Help Your 13 Year Old Son Make the Leap from Boyhood to Manhood

(by Steven Arms)

 

The Intentional Father: A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character

(by Jon Tyson)

 

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Just because the summer church attendance can be sporadic does not mean men’s ministry needs to take a break! Josh Dickens is the Minister of Next Steps at Olive Baptist Church in Pensacola, Florida. Mike and Josh continue to evaluate the book, Pastoring Men and the importance of getting the lead pastor on board with supporting the men’s ministry in the church.

 

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Olive Baptist Church - Pensacola, FL

 

Pastoring Men: What Works, What Doesn't, and Why Men's Discipleship Matters Now More Than Ever

(by Patrick Morley)

 

The Intentional Father: A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character

(by Jon Tyson)

 

The 5 Masculine Instincts: A Guide to Becoming a Better Man

(by Chase Replogle)

 

Why Men Hate Going to Church

(by David Murrow)

 

Why Men? (feat. Patrick Morley) | Episode 43

 

Voices in Your Head (feat. Patrick Morley) | Episode 56

 

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Mike and Reverend Sellman talk about what it looks like to plant a church by investing in men.

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My Redeemer Lives Baptist Church

 

SBCVirginia

 

Noble Warriors YouTube channel

 

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Although holding a "Big Men's Event" can be important for any men's ministry, that should only be the beginning! There are so many activities and strategies for discipleship throughout the year. Josh Dickens is the Minister of Next Steps at Olive Baptist Church in Pensacola, Florida. Mike and Josh discuss the foundations of the men's ministry at Olive and how the team at Olive can reach every man in their church.

 

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Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary

 

Olive Baptist Church - Pensacola, FL

 

Pastoring Men: What Works, What Doesn't, and Why Men's Discipleship Matters Now More Than Ever

(by Patrick Morley)

 

The Freedom Fight: The New Drug and the Truths That Set Us Free

(by Ted Shimer)

 

The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes

(by Nancy R. Pearcey)

 

The Intentional Father: A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character

(by Jon Tyson)

 

Fighting Shadows: Overcoming 7 Lies That Keep Men From Becoming Fully Alive

(by Jon Tyson)

 

THE TRUE MEASURE OF A MAN

(by Richard E. Simmons III)

 

The Titus Ten: Foundations for Godly Manhood

(by J. Josh Smith)

 

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Growing up without a good fatherly influence, Kyle Reno witnessed how Jesus changed the life of his high school coach. This eventually led to Kyle being discipled, not just by his coach, but by his "spiritual father." Today, Kyle is senior pastor for Crossgates Church in Brandon, Mississippi.

 

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2025 Noble Warriors Men’s Conference – Yorktown

April 5, 2025

 

BetterMan

 

Crossgates Church

 

Noble Warriors YouTube channel

 

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Does your tattoo have a story? Al Dayhoff has a unique approach to listening and ministering to people.

 

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Evangelize Today Ministries

 

Tattoos Telling the Secrets of the Soul

 

Noble Warriors YouTube channel

 

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As a husband, father, and mentor, Steve Fitzhugh guides men towards achieving success and finding God's plan for their lives. Steve's stories of his experiences in the National Football League serve as a powerful tool to motivate and inspire others.

 

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Noble Warriors Men’s Conference

March 15, 2025

 

PowerMoves

https://SteveFitzhugh.com

 

Noble Warriors YouTube channel

 

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