In life there are peaks and valleys, easy times and hard times. How do you stay on the peaks of life and get through the valleys quickly? Highlands (song of ascent) by Hillsong United https://i.ytimg.com/an_webp/3ZFkFZAabfw/mqdefault_6s.webp?du=3000&sqp=CKzNooQG&rs=AOn4CLDTVy40jCRQeUhHJ8q82yl2N5nT5A --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
In this episode, Goose and Gladiator sit down with apologist and black belt jiu-jitsu expert Ben Shaw to dive into faith, fighting, and the core truths of Christianity. They break down the “barbarian ambassador” mindset, why discipleship is like Jiu-Jitsu, and how historical evidence for the resurrection can transform your faith.Ben also shares his journey from law enforcement dreams to leading Core Apologetics, and the importance of equipping everyday believers with practical, battle-tested apologetics. Plus, we get into the Gospel of Thomas, biblical reliability, the power of Christian creeds, and why more men need to get off the sidelines and start leading.🔥 Key Topics Covered:✅ Jiu-Jitsu & Christianity: Why the fight for faith is real✅ The Power of the Minimal Facts Argument for the Resurrection✅ Biblical Creeds: The earliest Christian confessions✅ Why men need to step up and lead – no seminary degree required!⚔️ Join us at the Men’s Alliance National Rally (May 2-4) for an unforgettable weekend & some jiu-jitsu with Ben Shaw! Get your tickets here 👉 https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/experiences/national-rally📖 Get Ben’s Book – Trustworthy: 13 Arguments for the Reliability of the New Testament 👉 https://a.co/d/hsDDR2lSign up for a course at Core Apologetics - https://www.coreapologetics.com/Follow Men's AllianceInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribeTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribeWebsite - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/Order the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV
Listen to full episodeStephen Mansfield, acclaimed author and speaker, discusses what men need more than anything right now. Goose and Stephen discuss some of his books such as Men on Fire, Mansfield's Book of Manly Men, and how Building Your Band of Brothers had an impact on MA. Stephen discusses why isolation is terminal, and why you need to surround yourself with strong brothers in Christ. On the topic of servant leadership, that we need to have a calm presence and confidence in who we are created to be by God, and work to serve others. Lastly, listen as Stephen discusses how weak men make angry women, and how we need to be biblically strong men for our families. Current book Stephen is reading: Innovators - by Walter Isaacson Books by Stephen discussed in the episode: Building You Band of Brothers Mansfield's Book of Manly Men Men on Fire God and Guinness Additional Books by Stephen Other ways to find out more about Stephen's work: Website Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Listen to full episodeBreacher shares his intense journey as a law enforcement officer balancing the demands of his job with a deep and evolving faith. Raised in a Christian home, he wrestled with his beliefs as a teenager, a struggle that carried into his time in the Marine Corps and later into the high-stakes world of policing in dangerous areas. The constant exposure to trauma and moral challenges pushed him to question his faith and himself. Through prayer, scripture, and the support of a brotherhood like Men’s Alliance, he found the strength to endure and grow. With his wife’s faith journey eventually aligning with his own, he learned to lead with humility, relying on God and his community to navigate life’s darkest moments, like trauma that comes with being an officer, miscarriage and issues in the home, and much more. His story shows how faith and strong relationships can provide the courage to persevere and thrive in the face of life’s toughest challenges. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-SIWZxGy7a8 Tribe Coffee: https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/shop/tribe-coffee Waterproof MA Bible - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/shop/niv-waterproof-bible-new-test-psalms-prov-camouflage Another Gospel? A Lifelong Christian Seeks Truth in Response to Progressive Christianity: https://amzn.to/4iG1wEd Follow Men's Alliance Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribe Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribe Website - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/ Order the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV --- Support this podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Listen to full episodeIf we aren’t having daily conversations with our wife about things other than kids, bills, and scheduling then we are drifting apart. Period. Stop saying you don’t have time and make it a priority today! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Listen to full episodeThis week Landon 'Holiday' Karlsson, Carter ' Magic' Samuel, and Braeden 'Animal' Mills join the podcast to share the teenagers' view of MA. In Men’s Alliance, teenagers are able to lead adults in workouts and devotions and gain mentors along the way. MA is a great way for fathers and sons to deepen their relationship and have meaningful conversations. Find your Tribe- MA website Sponsor: Gibson 'Rooster' Vaught Financial Growth Partners [email protected] 804-357-5919 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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