Pops returns to the podcast, to share an experience he had on a London subway with a Muslim. Pops talks about the discussion, how it impacted him, and the actions he has taken since that day. Also, in this episode, Pops discusses how the process has gone regarding sharing the gospel with his brother. Goose reiterates that our job as ambassadors is to say one thing, just respond to someone. We all do not have to be the harvester, but we all need to plant seeds into others lives. Resources mentioned on the Podcast: MA Start the Fire weekend November 10,11 2023 MA Patch Class video Nabeel Qureshi Previous Podcast episodes mentioned: Ep 101: Was Jesus God? Ambassador Training #10: The Deity of Jesus --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Johanna Stamps, a licensed grief counselor, talks about how we have to acknowledge grief and mourn in order to continue to move towards God’s vision for our life. Many items can be lost such as a job, pets, friendships, and marriages. As men, we need to take time and space to let our brain catch up to the event that has happened. Johanna shares her 7 steps included below and talks about the power of writing a closure letter on the grief you are going through. How to connect with Johanna:johannastamps.com804 944 [email protected] Men’s Alliance | How Great Men Grieve “If you loved it, and lost it, then grieve it” Grief is like an epic hike through a desolate land. 7 Steps of the Journey: 1. TRAILHEAD: AT THE BEGINNING OF THE JOURNEY a. Set the intention to heal, to integrate b. Look for a sign you are grieving: Cognitive, Affective, Physical, Spiritual c. You ONLY work where grief is coming up, that’s the beginning d. Feel the pain (No pain, No gain)... It brings healing 2. LOOK AT THE MAP (Pssst... it’s a magical map) a. The magical map only appears as you walk forward in your grief b. It’s completely unique to you (circumstance, personality, etc.) c. Dispel misconceptions (don’t look for stages) 3. BEGIN WALKING a. Small doses as it comes up b. One thing at a time c. We cannot grieve all at one time. We wouldn’t be able to take it! d. Be creative... example: recognizing important dates (or your body will tell you) 4. GATHER WITH OTHERS - DON’T GRIEVE IN ISOLATION a. Grieving is internal - Mourning is your external or public experience of grief b. ESSENTIAL - speak about the experience of the loss, memories, etc. c. Moves from the head to the heart (READ THIS AGAIN!!!) d. Look for the 1⁄3 who are good with grief (most likely someone who has dealt with their own grief) 5. STOP FOR REST a. Sustenance for your epic journey b. Maybe learn to rest for the first time 6. EXERCISE JOY AND PAIN MUSCLE a. Like any normal ruck or hike there is joy with the pain b. Practice this often when you are grieving 7. GET TO THE LOOKOUT a. Reflect on how far you have come (when you look at the loss with less pain) b. See parts of yourself that are becoming whole again - integrating the loss c. This is OFTEN understanding who you are (e.g. identity) Sponsor: Tom 'Doc' Love CFP®, CRPC®, CRPS® [email protected] Craig Heah. [email protected] https://www.themainstreetgroup.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Listen to full episodeThere is no curriculum or book study at Men’s Alliance. We share and discuss real-world devotions that are relevant to our lives, our struggles, and to who we aspire to be. Find a Tribe near you: https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/tribes --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Listen to full episodeDo you struggle with forgiveness? Perhaps you believe one of the misconceptions around forgiveness such as waiting for reconciliation or trying to forget an offense. Is it harder for you to forgive yourself than it is for you to forgive others? In this episode, you'll learn why God commands us to forgive, the challenges we face in forgiving others and ourselves, and a few tips to help you forgive as God does. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Listen to full episodeDoes life feel like like we are stuck in the movie Groundhog Day? Wake up, take care of the kids, go to work, come home, eat dinner, watch television. And repeat. This podcast discusses how men can easily get caught up living in the mundane activities of life, all the while missing Gods calling for their lives. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Listen to full episodeCulture is what makes a group unique and it's what determines who is the "us" and "them." What sort of culture have you created in your family? Is it a fun family culture that will be fondly remembered for generations? If not, you can change that today. You can build the culture you want. In Men's Alliance we have a culture unlike any group I've ever been in. It sets us apart as a group of men who value honor, strength, patriarchy, and God, - a brotherhood of like-minded men. It's our culture that makes Men's Alliance incredible. Find your tribe at mensalliancetribe.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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