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Thursday Feb 18, 2021
Thursday Feb 18, 2021
We get to take advantage of the perspective of our own Student Ministries Pastor this week to continue discussing “What are Men Looking For?”
Mike Camire has attended Parkway Baptist Church since its second Sunday, and he has served full-time there for 13 years. He also serves as the statewide Student Ministries Strategist at the SBC of Virginia, and we are grateful for the role he has played in discipling our kids.
In working with Gen Z kids (born 1999-2015), he’s seen firsthand how culture is trying to define manhood in different ways through entertainment, sports figures, and social media. Young people are trying to figure out what it means to be a man or woman of God.
These kids are open to spiritual things because of cultural events. They’re asking why? What is the purpose? Where do I go when experiencing tough times? How do we disciple the largest generation when only 4% have a biblical worldview, and only 19% of churched kids have a desire to live that out?
Listen for tips like these and more:
It Starts at Home
Mike talks about the impact it made on him to see his dad come to Christ when he was seven years old.
“Dads, when your kids see you obey Christ, it’s burned in their brains forever. It’s a huge milestone for them.”
“Grasping it at home and living it out at home – I think that is a huge disconnect. Because in the church we can define manhood all we want, and we can disciple that way, but If it is not grasped and lived out at home in front of them, it is a big disconnect.”
The biggest communicator is love, intentional time. Let them know you love them. Point them back to scripture. Love them through what they go through as Christ has loved you through what you have been through.
Feel like you’ve messed up too much to make an impact?
Mike says, “Press on – I need you.”
“Not a day in your life has been wasted in preparing you for what you’re doing.” Brian Autry
“It’s only wasted when I don’t yield myself to Him and give Him the opportunity to use it for his glory and to draw others to Him. God brought you out of that so you can pour that back into someone else; that’s the point of a testimony. Don’t let the enemy use that as a crutch.”
The Importance of Defining Biblical Manhood
“If we haven’t been discipled to have a robust and bulletproof definition of what manhood is and to be able to articulate and live that out, we don’t have anything to give to kids, so we end up just kind of letting them follow the current of culture, and we don’t like that but we don’t know how to come against it.”
Nail the definition down and live it out so you can pass it on.
Resources:
New Data on Gen Z—Perceptions of Pressure, Anxiety and Empowerment
Mike Camire, Pastor of Next Gen Ministry (Studentz / College & Young Professionals): mcamire@parkwayfamily.org
When David’s time to die drew near, he commanded Solomon his son, saying, “I am about to go the way of all the earth. Be strong, and show yourself a man, and keep the charge of the LORD your God, walking in his ways and keeping his statutes, his commandments, his rules, and his testimonies, as it is written in the Law of Moses, that you may prosper in all that you do and wherever you turn, that the LORD may establish his word that he spoke concerning me, saying, ‘If your sons pay close attention to their way, to walk before me in faithfulness with all their heart and with all their soul, you shall not lack a man on the throne of Israel.’ 1 Kings 2:1-4
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/episode46
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Monday Feb 08, 2021
Monday Feb 08, 2021
“When David’s time to die drew near, he commanded Solomon his son, saying, ‘I am about to go the way of all the earth. Be strong, and show yourself a man.’” 1 Kings 2:2
What does it mean to show yourself a man? Manhood is confused and corrupted in our culture and our time. Many young men (and young women) are uncertain about what manhood is and are fearful to explore the topic because of the stigma of toxic masculinity.
In Episode 45, we talk with 4 Gen Z young men to wrestle with what manhood is and what these young men are looking for. Their discussion is an encouragement and a challenge for men to form more intergenerational bonds. Even as they study the Word together, they are open and hungry to engage with more experienced men and to learn from their victories and their mistakes. They express a desire to learn from the older man what he wishes he knew when he was younger.
They also share advice for young fathers from the perspective of what has meant a lot to them or what they wish they had.
- Invest early and often.
- Guide and provide wisdom from your past experience – things you messed up or things you have done well.
- Cultivate an environment of trust, and provide a safe space to lean into you for understanding and love.
Talking about manhood is one of the best evangelical hooks of our time.
Society’s understanding of manhood is often warped and counter to what Christ shows us. Even with the true biblical definition of manhood, we cannot do it in our own strength. We need to lean into Jesus for his guidance and lean into other men who are pursuing Christ and who will point you back to Jesus and the Word when things get rough.
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” John 10:10
“Living out biblical manhood is part of the abundant life.”
Resources:
Authentic Manhood – 33 The Series
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/episode45
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Thursday Jan 28, 2021
Thursday Jan 28, 2021
Dr. Joe Martin, Founder & Creator of RealMenConnect.com, joins the podcast this week to talk about why we should be investing in men. Dr. Joe’s story of God working in his life is one of the most compelling that I’ve listened to personally.
He overcame a challenging childhood, and on the outside, his life displayed success after success. On the inside, like many men who “ain’t been taught,” he was at a loss when it came to knowing what it means to be a man. After losing a marriage due to personal failures, godly men came into his life to disciple him.
He felt as many men do, “Who do I tell and admit I don’t know what I’m doing or how to be a man?
“Men are struggling. Men are frustrated. They want to win at what matters most and the battles they have to fight every day.”
“Men want to do better, but not every man is equipped in how to do better.”
Dr. Martin gives practical strategies on how to build the Kingdom through the progression of fellowship, to brotherhood, then discipleship, and finally disciple-making.
“Go smaller so you can grow bigger.”
We must be Kingdom-focused rather than church-focused in the sense that we want to build the Kingdom for the glory of God rather than build churches for the glory of men. Pray about what God wants us to do to invest in men in our churches to grow in maturity and to see the Kingdom grow.
“No good man can become a great man without the help of a godly man.”
Resources:
Dr. Joe’s testimony at Real Men Connect
The Noble Man Invests in Faithful Men [Podcast Ep. 31 with Bernie Ritterbush]
CLICK HERE to Schedule a FREE Breakthrough Call with Dr. Joe
Rend Collective - Build Your Kingdom Here
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/episode44
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Tuesday Jan 19, 2021
Tuesday Jan 19, 2021
“Evangelism without discipleship is cruel.”
Why it is worthy to invest in men? Patrick Morley tells the tale of two men who stepped into the church seeking answers. One man, Patrick’s father, was met with friendliness, but there was no discipleship in what a godly man, husband, and father should be. The other man, Patrick, was met with readiness and a plan to guide him toward biblical manhood. The difference affected their lives, the lives of their families for generations to come, and the lives of men around them for eternity.
Patrick gives 4 things to think about that holy moment when a man reaches for that front door.
- The sanctity of that moment – all the prayers that went into getting him there.
- How God has been sovereignly orchestrating the events of his life to bring him to that point.
- How challenging it is to swallow his pride and admit he needs help.
- All the spiritual forces working to prevent that moment from happening.
He also discusses 4 questions for a church to have an intentional plan and be prepared when a man walks through that door.
- Why did he come?
- What problems is he hoping to solve?
- What does he need from us?
- How can we provide that?
The church was ready for him.
“The difference was the DNA of the two churches. Mine and my dad’s DNA was the same.”
Resources:
The Man in the Mirror: Solving the 24 Problems Men Face by Patrick Morley
Other Resources by Patrick Morley
No Man Left Behind – Strategies for discipleship for every man
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/episode43
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Thursday Jan 14, 2021
Thursday Jan 14, 2021
We break the mold this week in The Noble Man Podcast as we discuss our theme Why Men with a panel of ladies, all wives and mothers of sons in different phases of life.
Guys – don’t tune this one out! This episode will help equip you as husbands to “live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel, since they are heirs with you of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered.” 1 Peter 3:7
Why women? They love their husbands, and they are raising young men, and we want to do a better job speaking of interest and value to women when it comes to the men in their lives.
This well-rounded discussion will give you perspective on what your wives might be thinking when you want to take the reins of leadership but may not be confident where to begin. Invite your wives to listen in as we discuss with Elaine, Sarah, and Hollie why they value the church strategically and intentionally investing in men.
Key Points:
- Women in the church have more opportunities for extra classes and instruction, easier to get discipleship.
- We don’t hand boys off to men as rite of passage anymore.
- Who’s not there in church? Women often say, “I wish my husband would come” or “I’m tired and I wish my husband would lead our family.”
- Men often say, “I know I should lead, but I don’t know how.”
- “If we focus on men, we are repairing the dam of brokenness.”
- It’s an “upstream” ministry, the damage in society begins to be fixed when we minister to men.
- What does it look like to be a man that leads well? Women prosper.
- Celebrate when your husband is going in the direction of the Lord.
- Here’s a tip, men. According to our ladies, women find it appealing when you lead. “It’s a nice day for everybody.”
- The narrative of the garden is authority, rebellion, submission. As women we have the privilege of reflecting the gospel.
Key Verse:
We must build up to mature manhood the body of Christ so we are not blown up by the winds of culture.
“Until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ, so that we may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by human cunning, by craftiness in deceitful schemes.” Ephesians 4:13-14
Resources:
Bringing Up Boys by Dr. James Dobson
Raising a Modern Day Knight by Robert Lewis
For Men Only and For Women Only by Shaunti Feldhahn
How Women Help Men Find God by Robert Murrow
Wild at Heart by John Eldredge
5 Conversations You Must Have With Your Son by Vicki Courtney
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/episode42
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Thursday Jan 07, 2021
Thursday Jan 07, 2021
Welcome, 2021!
It’s a brand-new year, and it’s Season 2 of The Noble Man Podcast. We are kicking off January with the question, “Why Men?”
“There will never be revival or reformation until it starts in households.”
Why men’s ministry? Why invest in men? The short answer according to Carlton McLeod of Calvary Reformation Church in Chesapeake, VA is “because that’s the formula God gave us.” He reveals his story of successfully growing a church plant and then realizing they needed to take a new, radical direction.
He went back to the Bible to look for a better way: preaching the gospel, the sufficiency of scripture, family environment, and tools for fulfilling responsibility.
“Pastor, trust God’s word . . .say it with love, say it with clarity, but say it with boldness, and by all means, say it.”
“And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ.” Ephesians 4:11-13
Even mentioning the word manhood can put a bad taste in some mouths. But when we understand the biblical foundation for manhood, we will spit out the bitter definition the world might have us believe and follow the model of perfect manhood, Jesus Christ. True manhood is the antithesis of toxic masculinity.
Join us as we begin to flip the societal norm on its head and build the solid foundation of biblical manhood in 2021.
“Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.” 1 Corinthians 11:1
Resources:
The Playbook by Carlton McLeod
Family Driven Faith by Voddie Baucham
Family Shepherds by Voddie Baucham
A Theology of the Family by Scott T. Brown (FREE eBook here)
Church and Family Life - Resources on strengthening households and the efficiency of Scripture
Contact Carlton McLeod for additional resources.
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/episode41
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Tuesday Dec 22, 2020
Tuesday Dec 22, 2020
In this special edition episode, Mike takes a look back over this past year. He celebrates the podcast and our top episodes, as well as discusses what we experienced in 2020 and what we look forward to in 2021.
Top Episodes of 2020:
- The first episode is still the most popular: Leading Through the Coronavirus: 3 ‘Ls’ for Men [Podcast Ep. 2]
- For the top most downloaded episodes, as well as top blog posts, videos and more, check out 2020: A Year in Review.
Be prayerful about the 2021 season. We believe there is a lot of work to do.
- Our theme for 2021 is Building a Foundation for Biblical Manhood.
- And we will begin in January by discussing the question, "Why men? Why invest in men?" We will have pastors and leaders, both local and nation-wide, join us on the podcast.
- Challenge: Could you make it a goal to work toward every man in your church being connected to other men?
- Additionally, we will develop content that will speak to our female audience and encourage them as well.
- We've beefed up our studio and look forward to airing video of our podcast episodes. Almost $1,700 was raised in our Giving Tuesday campaign for the podcast, and if you'd like to make a donation to this effort, just make a note in your donation and the funds will be put toward the podcast studio.
Thank You.
We always talked about doing a podcast, and Coronavirus simply sped that process up.
We are nearing 5,000 downloads, and we thank you for listening faithfully, commenting on episodes and encouraging us.
Merry Christmas. We pray blessings on you, your family, and your flock.
The noble man makes noble plans, and by noble deeds he stands. Isaiah 32:8
Finish 2020 strong and join us next week as we have some fun hearing from the Young boys.
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/SpecialEpisode2020
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Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
“How can we get the most out of what we’ve been given? We wanted to make the best of it.”
We continue our series on The Noble Man Makes Noble Plans with three men in different life stages. Each offers insights on how to redeem the losses of 2020 and finish strong with a focus on launching the new year well. My bet is you’ll relate to at least one of these guys.
There’s Zach, who is finishing up college at Virginia Tech, launching a new career in the United States Navy as a flight officer, and getting ready for marriage all at the same time.
A little further down life’s road is Chris, who’s been married for nine years and has five kids with one on the way. He is serving as a police officer during one of the most tumultuous times our nation has faced in modern years and shares how he’s seen God through his experience.
We also gain wisdom from Mike Montgomery who served for twenty-three years in the United States Air Force and is now on staff with Cru at Virginia Tech. Married for 50 years, he helps mentor guys like Zach and launch the next generation of leaders across the globe.
Leaders are readers, and every man has a responsibility to lead. First, lead yourself well. Begin with the Word, and check out the resources these guys recommend.
Resources:
A Simple Way to Pray by Archie Parrish
The Prayer of the Lord by R.C. Sproul
Finally Free by Heath Lambert
The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God by Tim Keller
A Bible Reading Strategy for the New Year by Chuck Lawless
Disciplines of a Godly Man by Kent Hughes
Knowing God by J.I. Packer
‘Happy Wife, Happy Life’ And Other Misleading Advice to Young Husbands by Greg Morse of desiringGod.org
Not Safe, But Good The Men We Desperately Need Today by Greg Morse of desiringGod.org
1 Peter 5:10
And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.
Colossians 2:8-9
See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits[a] of the world, and not according to Christ. For in him the whole fullness of deity dwells bodily.
“You can crisis-proof and pandemic-proof the church by investing strategically in men, helping men to connect with God’s Word so they can lead their families well and connect with other men who can sharpen and shape each other.”
If you are not connected with some other men in a regular meeting time . . . that might need to be a critical resolution for you in 2020.
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/Episode39
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Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
If you started out the year with some plans, any plans, no doubt 2020 has altered those in some way. Mike talks with a few of his Wise Guys about how they’ve handled some of the challenges of this year's twists and turns, as well as some of the unexpected blessings. Then the men face forward to the coming new year to wrestle with some key questions.
With the uncertainty that 2021 holds, where do your security, peace, and comfort come from?
How do we effectively make plans to lead our families when they might be thwarted once again?
Find out some practical ways we can finish 2020 strong and launch 2021 with intent, direction, and confidence. Let’s be an example that our families can follow because we are following Christ.
Key Scriptures:
- Isaiah 32:8 “But the noble make noble plans, and by noble deeds they stand.”
- Proverbs 16:9 “The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.”
- Colossians 3 “If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.”
Challenge:
Many things changed in 2020, and some of them are here to stay. But some things also remain the same, one of which is that men need connection. We need to make sure we don’t isolate.
Here’s a challenge for 2021: Make sure every guy in your church is connected with other guys in 2021. When, where, and how we do that might be different, but we can make it work.
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/Episode38
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Friday Dec 04, 2020
Friday Dec 04, 2020
Nick, Jonathan, Kylan and Jeff make up a small group of guys who meet weekly. This week they join Mike in the Noble Warriors office for a great conversation about noble manhood.
The noble man makes noble plans and by noble plans he stands. Isaiah 32:8
Noble Manhood – honesty, intentionality, Men’s Fraternity definition of Manhood: Reject Passivity, Accept Responsibility, Lead Courageously, Invest Eternally
2020 Challenges
- Disunity in many areas of life, even/especially the church.
- Focus on things vs. spiritual issues. Loss of focus on the Lord. Distractions.
- 2020 has been a blessing for some…
How has God used the challenges of 2020 for good?
- Ongoing connection with this small group. Looking out for each other, praying for each other
- Business opportunity development
- Time with family prompted me to lead my family better
- Genuine connection with other guys.
- Sin has been exposed. Marital and identity issues came to light. This is a good thing. We were able to help people in pain. The Lord used isolation to expose… this is God’s grace.
- COVID has been especially challenging. Many job descriptions changed radically. Opened the door for much creativity. In some cases, we were able to focus on ministry vs. events.
How will you finish 2020 strong?
- Focus on a future family… Care for my employees and bring Jesus to the workplace.
- I can’t leave it to the church to Jesus-up my family. I have to step up as a spiritual leader in my home. Bring Christ as the center of our home… Bring the Jesus Juice! Intentionality.
- This is important in homes with both younger and older kids.
- Finish what you started investing in others this year! Don’t lose momentum.
- Don’t leave anything lagging from 2020. Finish the job so you can start strong in 2021.
- Personal connections and invitations are critical… be brave and bold, even reach out to your pastor!
What will you do to launch 2021 well with 2020 wisdom and perspective? What’s your plan?
- Make plans but be willing to have my steps directed by the Lord. Proverbs 16:9
- Be comfortable being uncomfortable. I learn in tough situations.
- Pour scripture into the hearts of my kids… and myself. Jesus is the only constant. Hebrews 13:8. Deuteronomy 6:6-9, Ephesians 4: Make sure Jesus is known… not my opinion. Maintain the unity of the Spirit.
- Listen to the Lord about my future. Be intentional in hearing from the Lord.
Key Verses:
Genesis 50:20 – As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive as they are today.
Proverbs 16:9 – The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.
Hebrews 13:8 – Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
Deuteronomy 6:6-9 – And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise. You shall bind them as a sign on your hand, and they shall be as frontlets between your eyes. You shall write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.
Ephesians 4:2-3 – with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
Resources:
Authentic Manhood 33 The Series
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/Episode37
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Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
Even though this year has been a challenge, what can you give thanks for?
It’s been a weird year, and it’s easy to be frustrated with the circumstances. But let’s take some time out this week of Thanksgiving to reflect on what we’ve learned from it and talk about where we are going next.
In The Noble Man Podcast Episode 36, The Noble Man Reflects With Gratitude, we’ll update you on some of the things we are grateful for this year at Noble Warriors like:
- The Launch of The Noble Man Podcast
- The Launch of The Noble Man Tailgate Ministry
- Let’s Build a Manger!® kits for families to keep Christ in front of Christmas
- Providing luncheons for area pastors and other opportunities that are new and available because of pandemic restrictions
- What’s in the works for next year?
Resources:
Let’s Build a Manger!® Kits Black Friday Deal!
In this Thanksgiving season, remember 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18.
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
Click here to help build The Noble Man Podcast Studio for Giving Tuesday!
Happy Thanksgiving!
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Friday Nov 20, 2020
Friday Nov 20, 2020
We continue our leadership series on the Podcast with John Majors as we discuss how The Noble Man Leads His Family. John is an author at Seeds Family Worship, a ministry dedicated to helping families and churches memorize God’s Word through songs, videos, and other resources for family devotions and worship.
When it comes to leadership, John first reminds us of Mark 10:45, that Jesus came to serve and give life.
“For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
It can feel like we are behind when it comes to leading our families, but don’t lose hope. “The best time to have planted a tree was 20 years ago, the next best time is now.”
We cover everything from practical tips for family devotions and memorizing scripture together, to helping your children understand biblical sexuality and what it looks like to grow into a godly man or woman.
Some of John’s top tips:
- Pursue the Lord on your own. It’s the number one thing you can do. A great leader is first a great follower. I submit to someone higher than me; Christ is at the center.
- Love your wife well, know, serve, and love her. By observing this in your marriage, your children will learn Jesus’ love for the church.
- Get to know each child and love them.
Notice Deuteronomy 6 doesn’t start with teaching our children, it starts with allegiance to God.
Resources:
Seeds Family Worship - Full of free resources for the family including scripture memory songs.
“Songs make it effortless for kids to memorize scripture.”
Twenty Verses in 2020 – Free devotions, songs, and videos that will help you lead your family in memorizing scripture together in an engaging way.
Passport 2 Purity – Create a memorable relationship-building weekend with your preteen.
Passport to Identity – Create a memorable relationship-building weekend with your teen.
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/Episode35
Tune in next week for a special Thanksgiving Episode, The Noble Man Reflects.
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Tuesday Nov 10, 2020
Tuesday Nov 10, 2020
“The pandemic has shown people where they are in their marriages.”
This month on we focus on leadership, and Keith Tully of FamilyLife is here to talk about how The Noble Man Leads His Wife. After years of struggle in his own marriage, it was at a Weekend to Remember Conference that “God came down and raised us from the dead . . . (He) gave us a love we didn’t know was possible.”
Keith and his wife Trish now serve as missionaries for FamilyLife where they help train and empower others to walk out their faith in the context of marriage and family.
“You are an image-bearer of God – a holy calling as you lead and love well. Together you can bear the fullness of his image. It’s in that oneness that we can share who He is.”
Keith walks us through some answers to questions like:
- What does it look like for a man to lead his wife?
- What changed in your life and marriage when you better understood how to lead your wife?
- What does leading your wife look like in different seasons of life?
“Love your wife, pursue Jesus, entrust her to him, keep praying for her. God will bring the breakthrough.”
Resources:
The Noble Man Conference Workshop – The Lazarus Marriage by Keith Tully
Virginia November 2020 Art of Marriage Events – Register in advance for in-person and live-streaming events.
Love Like You Mean It by Bob Lepine
Leading in Prayer:
- Oneness Prayer Challenge – A tool for leading couples through 30 days of praying with your spouse
- Vertical Marriage – 30 days of short simple prayers to help focus your marriage on Christ
Online Course/Studies:
- Art of Marriage – Resolving Conflict in Your Marriage - Mini-Course
- Art of Parenting
- Free online devotionals and resources from Family Life
And I looked and arose and said to the nobles and to the officials and to the rest of the people, “Do not be afraid of them. Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your brothers, your sons, your daughters, your wives, and your homes.” Nehemiah 4:14
Tune in next week for Episode 35, The Noble Man Leads His Family.
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/Episode34
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Thursday Nov 05, 2020
Thursday Nov 05, 2020
Carlos Santiago, Writer and Content Developer for Family Life, wrote an article which captured my attention about How to Raise a Boy to be a Man. It triggered the questions many fathers of sons might have. How do I begin leading my son into godly manhood? When do I start? How young is too young? What principles do I begin with? Carlos dives into these answers, and most importantly we talk about how to begin by leading ourselves.
Leadership is developed before you get married, because to lead others, including our wives and children, we must lead ourselves first. That might be easier said than done when it comes to things like understanding your heart, asking for help, controlling your emotions, and taking responsibility. But Carlos leads us through practical examples of how to begin doing these things ourselves so that we can lead our sons.
“Manhood is under attack everywhere you go. People don’t have examples readily available, and others are getting torn down.”
If you’ve ever felt a void in what it means to be a godly leader as a man, whether personally, in culture, or even in the church, you’re not alone. I hope you’ll listen in for Carlos’ valuable insight on leading the next generation of boys into biblical manhood.
Resources:
- How to Raise a Boy to be a Man by Carlos Santiago
- Family Life – Be sure to sign up to receive helpful resources for your family.
- Your Ever After – Carlos and Tanya Santiago
- Family Life app in Google Play and the Apple Store
- YouVersion Bible app – search for plans by Carlos Santiago and Family Life
Join us next week with Keith Tulley of Family Life and Weekend to Remember, as we talk about how The Noble Man Leads His Wife.
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Thursday Oct 29, 2020
Thursday Oct 29, 2020
Mike Mehaffie and his wife Sharon have faithfully invested in young men and women for the last 44 years on the staff of Cru at North Carolina State University. In this episode, Mehaffie recalls how the ministry began on the N.C. State campus with 30 students total and has grown large enough to have 220 students in leadership positions last year.
“God is working, and we try not to mess it up.”
His incredible faith story began at age 16 when he was just too tired to change the TV channel after football practice. He saw Billy Graham on TV and wrote him a letter requesting the gospel of John.
“It started an adventure for me of walking with Christ.”
As a new believer, he didn’t know what to do, so he sought out a Bible study. He was faithful in showing up, good with people, and willing to reach out and share his faith. God used one faithful man, who recognized him as being FAT – faithful, accountable, and teachable, to disciple him for three years and encourage him in ministry.
But it is the power of prayer that resonates over every aspect of his life, marriage, and ministry.
“Little prayer equals little power, much prayer equals much power, and no prayer equals no power.”
Mehaffie’s whole life changed when he read the book of John he received from Billy Graham’s ministry. If you would like a free copy of the gospel of John from Noble Warriors, send an email to office@noblewarriors.org today.
“Jesus is the greatest model of manhood we could ever hope to look at and emulate our lives after.”
Resources:
The Transferable Concepts booklets
4 Spiritual Laws by Bill Bright
The Master Plan of Evangelism by Robert Coleman
Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God by Tim Keller
The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/Episode32
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Friday Oct 23, 2020
Friday Oct 23, 2020
I met Bernie Ritterbush around 2005 at a National Coalition of Ministries to Men conference in Washington D.C., and as he reminds me, it was before the official launch of Noble Warriors. In this episode, we discuss the difference between discipleship and disciple-making with Bernie, who has been an intentional disciple-maker for almost 50 years. He’s worked with Christian Business Men’s Committee (now Connection), founded the Men’s Ministry Network in 1996, and he’s the creator of (re)THINK Disciplemaking: Seeing God’s Map for Becoming and Making Mature Disciples.
“The one thing that will end is our disciple-making – life on life. When we are gone, our life can’t be part of that picture anymore. The main purpose God has us on the planet is to reproduce.”
Disciple-making is the intentional process that produces a disciple. Over time, Bernie learned to reverse-engineer the discipleship process and emphasize the core competencies of what it means to walk with Jesus in obedience and humility and implement His Truth in our lives.
We want to be Jesus-followers, not just scholars.
Don’t be afraid of making a mistake; He will redeem that. Judas betrayed Jesus. Men may not turn out the way that you want, but be obedient to what the Lord wants you to do in terms of investing in other men. He grows and gives the increase.
Resources:
- (re)THINK Disciplemaking by Bernie Ritterbush
- Every Man a Warrior Navigator Series
- Find 5 Bibles we recommend and other resources from The Noble Man is a Man of the Word [Podcast Ep. 11].
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/Episode31
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Tuesday Oct 13, 2020
Tuesday Oct 13, 2020
As we carry on our theme this month, I am joined by Carey Bates, my former pastor and a man who faithfully invested in me. We met Carey when we first moved to Richmond over 20 years ago.
Before Carey even knew what discipleship really was, he started a group of men studying the Bible in his dorm room. Through the mentorship in his own life, he became passionate about reproductive discipleship. It became part of his DNA and ministry to look for the guy or the group he could invest in, and it all started when a man willing to disciple him said, “Come with me.”
We often don’t feel qualified to disciple others, but Carey helps us understand that as long as we have prayer, a biblical foundation, and fellowship with other men, we’ve got what it takes to begin. He recommends many resources to help us get kicked off. While there is nothing magical about any one resource, it’s a track to run on and get you started. As you listen, I pray you gain confidence to take that first step.
When they deliver you over, do not be anxious how you are to speak or what you are to say, for what you are to say will be given to you in that hour. For it is not you who speak, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you. Matthew 10:19-20
“We are prompted by the Holy Spirit, but we are prepared by our mind.”
Resource Recommendations:
- The Bible – Serendipity Bible, or check out Resources on Episode 11: The Noble Man is a Man of the Word
- Point Man – one of my favorites to begin with
- Master Life series – the resource Carey used when he began discipling me
- Navigator material – including The Alongsiders, 2:7, and Design for Discipleship
- Survival Kit by Ralph W. Neighbor, Jr.
- Growing Up: How to Be a Disciple Who Makes Disciples by Robby Gallaty
- Operation Timothy
- Tally Ho The Fox! (The Foundation for Building World-Visionary, World-Impacting, Reproducing Disciples) by Herb Hodges
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/Episode30
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Tuesday Oct 06, 2020
Tuesday Oct 06, 2020
Our guest this week is Dr. Ed Gomes, Director of Spiritual Development for the Flames, Liberty University's football team. He’s a man who lives out our theme this month, The Noble Man Invests in Faithful Men. You may know Dr. Gomes from The Noble Man / ISI workshops, but if this is the first time you are hearing from him, you’re going to love this guy!
He begins with his own story of coming to know Christ at the age of 17, then earning a basketball scholarship in 1974 to Liberty Baptist College, or what is now Liberty University. Two faithful men, John and Russell, invested in him, taught him the Word, and modeled faithfulness to him by the way they lived their life.
“There was something about them that seemed irresistible simply by the way they lived.” Dr. Gomes has copied what they showed him, and his heart for ministry brought him back to the school in the 90’s where he has served the Flames football team faithfully.
Dr. Gomes is a living example of a faithful man who builds up other faithful men just like Paul admonishes us in 2 Timothy 2:2, “And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also.”
He drops great nuggets of wisdom in this episode. Listen for how he applies these and more as he serves the Flames football players year after year. “The greatest joy is seeing our young men walk with truth, taking the truth that was invested in them and investing it in others.”
And check out his awesome Shoe Shine Ministry!
Top Tips:
Every single one of us has a story. Let God take your story, so He can make it His story, so we can encourage someone else in their story.
“It’s not about having it all together, it’s about moving in the right direction.”
Pay attention to what God is trying to do in and through the local church. God has you there with purpose.
Be faithful where you are to make a difference.
Focus on how you can be a blessing and an encouragement.
We are at our best when we focus on others and are paying attention to what’s going on around us.
Instead of waiting to be blessed, take the initiative to be a blessing. Ask 'how does God want to use me to help someone else grow in their faith?'
The bottom line is about serving. It's about what He wants. It’s not about what I want.
Many times, the reason men don’t get involved is because no one asks them.
When it comes to “Training Champions for Christ,” the Liberty motto:
It starts with example.
It’s about accountability, relationship, discipleship, and passing the baton.
- Identify leaders, guys intentional about their relationship with God.
- Focus on servant leadership. Earn the right to speak into their life.
- Ask them to step up and provide greater spiritual leadership – man-to-man conversation.
Prepare them for what they’ll face ten years down the road. Look at where they're going to be when they graduate. Have a game plan academically, athletically, socially, spiritually.
Look at where they can be and not where they’re at.
“Keep conversation Christ-centered. All lives matter because that is how Jesus looks at life. Jesus unifies us, not the color of our skin. When Jesus is the focal point, we can ask each other the tough questions.”
Dr. Gomes’ Resources:
Building a Legacy Student Guide
Leaving a Legacy Leader’s Guide
Discipleship for Student Athletes
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/Episode29
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Tuesday Sep 29, 2020
Tuesday Sep 29, 2020
Nate Larkin of the Samson Society shares with Mike how his life and marriage were saved when he understood the importance of being in relationship with other brothers in Christ.
He thought he was completely alone in his struggle with pornography, which eventually led him down a dark road into prostitution and a suicide plot. But by God’s grace he was finally “caught.” He wasn't aware that what he needed was healing, not forgiveness.
“I was always begging for forgiveness that was already mine because I didn’t understand the Gospel.”
Porn was just a medicator for the deep wounds in his life. He needed connection. Porn offers the illusion of connection, but in reality, it cripples us from creating emotional connections. “Lust kills love.”
Like many of us, Nate tried to fight a solo battle.
“I wanted this ‘me and Jesus’ relationship that wouldn’t require me to expose myself or connect with anyone else.”
But Nate was freed by learning we are part of a body – we can’t walk alone. Jesus called two men to follow Him, and then he called 10 more.
“For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” Matthew 18:20
“Then the LORD God said, It is not good for man to be alone.” Genesis 2:18a
Resources:
Read Nate’s full testimony in his book, Samson and the Pirate Monks: Calling Men to Authentic Brotherhood, or listen to it on Audible.
Attend a newcomer Zoom meeting at the Samson Society, a fellowship of Christian men who are serious about authenticity, community, humility, and recovery. Meetings take place every day.
Download your free copy of Covenant Eyes’ Your Brain on Porn eBook to learn about how porn rewires the brain and kills love.
Tune in to The Noble Man Podcast next week for The Noble Man Invests in Faithful Men.
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/Episode28
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Thursday Sep 24, 2020
Thursday Sep 24, 2020
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“I get to live in freedom, and freedom feels good!”
This week on the podcast Sam Black joins us from Covenant Eyes screen accountability software. You’ve got to tune in to this one to get perspective and tips on how to protect your family online. It’s not just about building walls, it’s about community.
Protecting Our Kids: “Our relationships with our kids help porn proof them.”
- We don’t want to take away their innocence, we want to take away their ignorance.
- Shame them if you want to keep them from talking and promote compulsion.
- It’s not just a men’s issue. We need to talk to our daughters as dads.
- It’s imperative to talk to kids starting very young.
- Model accountability. They need to see the importance of having others in your life.
Behaviors to Model: “Freedom is real, and victory is intoxicating!”
- Accountability is great, but we need to help each other identify and change ritual behavior.
- Build distance between you and the behaviors and create a new habits.
- Success happens through community; it requires community to create healing.
- God makes community in the church, but you have to step into it.
- Don’t feel defeated. Decide today starts my path for victory.
Resources:
Protecting Your Family Online: A Parents How-to Guide
Hobbies and Habits: Learn how healthy hobbies and habits can help you break free from porn
Connected: How Strong Family Relationships Lead to internet-Safe Kids
Your Brain on Porn: 5 Proven Ways Pornography Warps Your Mind and 3 Biblical Ways to Renew It
40-Day Challenge – Takes you on your first 40 days of freedom from porn.
FREE SHE Virtual Recovery Summit on Oct 5-9 – Conference for women to Support, Help, and Empower.
More resources – all free!
Join us next week to hear Nate Larkin from the Samson Society, a fellowship of Christian men who are serious about authenticity, community, humility & recovery.
View Show Notes: NobleWarriors.org/Episode27
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