Seek joy and you won't find it. Seek Jesus and you'll be delighted to find that joy comes along for the ride. Paul's letter to the Philippian church is one of the most extraordinary documents in the history of literature. This ancient epistle is filled with breath-taking treasures and gems that are just waiting to be revealed to those hungry enough to search for them. Allow me to serve as your trail guide, and together we will dig deeply into every nook and cranny of this phenomenal book. Th ...
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You have a purpose. There are so many ways you can grow in all areas of your life, and at any stage of your life. We talk about building an ironside--a defense--spiritually, physically, intellectually, and socially. Doing something well takes practice and patience. On this show we ask family, friends, leaders, and heroes for help.
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"For it is we who are the circumcision, we who serve God by his Spirit, who boast in Christ Jesus, and who put no confidence in the flesh." (Philippians 3:3) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode #91 - A Flash of Anger (Phil 3:2)
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33:24Further, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord! It is no trouble for me to write the same things to you again, and it is a safeguard for you. Watch out for those dogs, those evildoers, those mutilators of the flesh. (Philippians 3:1-2) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Episode #90: Joy is our Safeguard (Phil 3:1)
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29:34"Finally, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord! It is no trouble for me to write the same things to you again, and it is a safeguard for you." (Philippians 3:1) ~~~~ I'd love to hear from you! [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode #89: Epaphroditus - An Unlikely Warrior (Phil 2:25-30)
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31:16"But I think it is necessary to send back to you Epaphroditus, my brother, co-worker and fellow soldier, who is also your messenger, whom you sent to take care of my needs. For he longs for all of you and is distressed because you heard he was ill. Indeed he was ill, and almost died. But God had mercy on him, and not on him only but also on me, to …
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Episode #88: The Super Power of Commendation (Phil 2:20-22)
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30:4719 I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered when I receive news about you. 20 I have no one else like him, who will show genuine concern for your welfare. 21 For everyone looks out for their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. 22 But you know that Timothy has proved himself, because as a son with his fa…
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This week we will be celebrating Good Friday. And, of course, words like "celebrating" and "Good" don't quite feel appropriate for the atrocious execution that took place on this day. But it's my goal today to remind you of some of the reasons that we have to "cherish that old rugged cross." (This is a recast of a previous episode.) Hosted on Acast…
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Episode #87: Timothy -- A Lesser-Known Hero
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27:06I hope you don't mind this short interruption from our normal programming, but it is relevant, I promise! In this episode I am going to read a chapter out of one of my (Lord willing!) upcoming books, "Being Saints". In it, we will take a deep dive into the story of one of the Apostle Paul's most trusted companions, and a man who takes a central rol…
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Episode #86: Is It Well With My Soul? (Phil 2:19)
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27:55"I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered when I receive news about you. I have no one else like him..." (Phillipians 2:19) ~~~~ Questions? Comments? Join the conversation! Reach out to me at: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Ep. 108 - Lonesome Dove with Lafayette Lee
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1:02:56Returning guest and world-renowned warrior-poet Lafayette Lee joins me to discuss the great American novel, Lonesome Dove, by Larry McMurtry. SPOILER WARNING. If you have not read the book, make sure you pick it up first. Lee and I talk about the Western genre, America, friendship, honor and much more. Follow him on X (Twitter) @Partisan_O Buy the …
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Episode #85: What is Your Center? (Phil 2:19a)
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28:39"I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered when I receive news about you." (Phil 2:19) ~~~~ Questions? Comments? Join the conversation! Reach out to me at: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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"But even if I am being poured out like a drink offering on the sacrifice and service coming from your faith, I am glad and rejoice with all of you. So you too should be glad and rejoice with me." (Philippians 2:17-18) Want to go deeper on this topic? I invite you to check out the "Holy Flame" podcast, and specifically "Invitation to Happiness" (ht…
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Ep. 107 - Fighting and Family w/ Roland Vaitautolu
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1:02:35We begin with me (mis)quoting Faramir from J.R.R. Tolkien's "the Lord of the Rings". (Faramir says BRIGHT sword). Roland Vaitautolu is my friend and training partner. He shares his experience of growing up in a Samoan family and his love for sports. We discuss his martial arts journey and the art of war. Follow him on Instagram @realroland Check ou…
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Episode #83: But Is the Yoke Easy? (Phil 2:17 & Matt 11:30)
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20:10"But even if I am being poured out like a drink offering on the sacrifice and service coming from your faith, I am glad and rejoice with all of you." (Philippians 2:17) “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for y…
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Ep. 106 - Fiction and History w/ George and Michael
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1:16:28Returning guest George of Cappadocia joins us to further discuss his book, "Chivalry: An Ideal Whose Time Has Come Again". We touch on several chivalric points of history. Follow him on all platforms and buy his book here Chivalry Guild Michael Perrone, a returning guest, joins us as well to share his insights and lessons learned. Buy his book here…
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Ep. 105 - The Beast Hunter with Lindsay Schopfer
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1:12:20Lindsay Schopfer is the award-winning author of five novels and two collections of short stories. His steampunk-flavored fantasy series, The Adventures of Keltin Moore, received an OZMA Award from the Chanticleer International Book Awards. Lindsay’s short fiction has received honorable mention in the Pacific Northwest Writers Association’s Literary…
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"But even if I am being poured out like a drink offering on the sacrifice and service coming from your faith, I am glad and rejoice with all of you." (Philippians 2:17) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode #81: Ulterior Motives (Phil 2:16)
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26:48"Hold firmly to the word of life, in order that I will be able to boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor in vain." (Phil 2:16) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep. 104 - Fighting and Fatherhood with Ethan Mote
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1:07:03Ethan Mote is a husband, father, fighter, and friend. He coaches, competes in and trains mixed martial arts. We discuss the importance of training and how being a fighter makes you a better husband and father. Follow him on Instagram @ethan_mote
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Episode #80: Star-Studded Universe (Phil 2:15b)
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24:59"That you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation. Then you will shine among them like stars in the universe as you hold to the word of life." (Phil 2:15b) Excerpt quoted from "Motion: Changing the Narrative in Jenta", by Lengdung Tungchamma. (exp. publ. date: Fall, 2025) Hosted on Acast. See …
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Episode #79: Scaling the Summit (Phil 2:15a)
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30:25"14 Do everything without grumbling or arguing, 15 so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation." (Phil 2:14-15) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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"Do everything without complaining or grumbling, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation. Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky" (Philippians 2:14-15) Book referenced: "The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment", by Jeremiah Burroughs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr…
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Ep. 103 - We Are the Works of Art w/ George Alexopoulos
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1:23:18George is a self-described grumpy American cartoonist. But he is much more than that. He shares his pursuit of art as well as life-lessons learned and experience gained. Graham Bradely and Riley join us to discuss why art is essential. Subscribe and follow George on X at @GPrime85 Buy his art at StudioNJ.etsy.com Follow his wife on X @pokidot_shop …
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Episode #77: The Paradox of God's Power (Phil 2:13)
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30:2112 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose. (Phil 2:12-13) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Episode #76: The Workout of a Lifetime (Phil 2:12)
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28:03"Therefore, my beloved friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling." (Philippians 2:12) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep. 102 - Many Are Called with Mike Barham.
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1:12:37Mike is a husband, a father, and grandfather. He is a veteran, expert marksman, and an author. He joins me to discuss his debut novel as well as his life and the lessons learned. Follow him on X @MichaelVBarham and order his book from Nauvoo Supply Co. https://nauvoo.supply/products/two-book-pre-order-bundle-from-brett-cain-and-mike-barham…
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Episode #75: The Grand Finale (Phil 2:10-11)
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28:34"That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." Philippians 2:10-11 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode #74: The Greatest Name (Philippians 2:9b)
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21:38"Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name." (Philippians 2:9) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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"Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name" (Phil 2:9a) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In honor of the Christmas holiday, I'm taking a break from our normal trek through Philippians to bring you something entirely different... I'd like to share with you a play I wrote years ago, inspired by the extraordinary events in the hills outside Bethlehem on the original Christmas night. Although fictionalized, this account is drawn from my re…
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Ep. 101 - Sacred Scriptures w/ the Sister Missionaries
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1:06:39Sisters Stowe, Fiefia, and Horne join me to discuss Elder Quentin L. Cook's recent General Conference address, "Sacred Scriptures--the Foundations of Faith". They share their testimonies and their experiences as full-time missionaries for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Please excuse the audio as we only had one microphone for the …
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"Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be use…
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Episode 71: CHRISTOLOGY 104 - The Cross (Phil 2:8b)
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28:11Philippians 2:6-8 - "Christ Jesus, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death— even death on a cros…
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Hero's Standard #002 w/ Joshua DiMercurio.
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52:01My friend and coworker Josh DiMercurio and I are embarking on a journey into the world of door-to-door salesmanship and setting heroic standards for ourselves. While this series is primarily geared to the solar sales industry, there is a lot that can be applied to all aspects of life. In this episode we discuss two of Jocko Willink's books "The Way…
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Episode #70: CHRISTOLOGY 103 - The Hypostatic Union (Phil 2:7)
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32:48Philippians 2:6-8 - "Christ Jesus, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant being made in human likeness, and being found in appearance as a man." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Ep. 100 - Only the Weird with Michael Perrone and Kevin Dolan
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1:17:34In our 100th episode, Kevin Dolan and Michael Perrone join me to discuss Michael's book "Only the Weird Will Survive: A Man's Journey to Community". We talk about what it means to be a man, a husband, a father and how we can build a community. We discuss the differences to when we were kids and even the disparity between our eldest kids to the youn…
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Episode 69: CHRISTOLOGY 102 - Kenosis (Phil 2:7)
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29:48Philippians 2:6-7 - "Christ Jesus, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep. 99 - You Need A Rifle. with Larry Taylor
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43:54We begin with an excerpt from Louis L'Amour's "the Ferguson Rifle". Larry Taylor is the Public Relations Manager and Social Media Director for Daisy. We discuss the history and importance of BB Guns and what they mean for our conservative, Christian, and patriotic values. Go to Daisy.com and get another gun.…
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Ep. 98 - Who Discovered America? with Ian Hudson
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59:25Ian Hudson is a scholar and best-selling author who has focused on ancient sea-faring civilizations and global maritime exploration. He has worked with Gavin Menzies since 2002, on book projects as well as a '1421' exhibition in Singapore, and a TV documentary series, before co-authoring Who Discovered America - The Untold History of the Peopling o…
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Episode 68: CHRISTOLOGY 101 - Christ before Christmas (Phil 2:6)
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32:38Philoppians 2:6 - "Christ Jesus, Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Philippians 2:5 - "Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode #66: Adjusting Your Focus (Phil 2:4)
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19:54(Phil 2:3-4) "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Philippians 2:3 - "Do nothing out of selfish ambition, or vain conceit, but in humility, consider others as better than yourself." - Apostle Paul Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode #64: Selfish Ambition (Phil 2:3a)
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22:25Philippians 2:3 - "Do nothing out of selfish ambition, or vain conceit..." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode #63: Christian Unity (Part 2; Phil 2:2)
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31:05(Phil 2:2) I hate to break it to you, but YOU are WRONG! (Now, let me explain what I mean...) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode #62: Christians of the World, Unite! (Phil 2:1-2)
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28:41Christian Unity (Philippians 2:1-2) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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(Phil 1:30) As we close out the final verse in chapter one of Philippians, we do so on a note that might at first sound terribly disheartening. It's the bleak pronouncement from Paul that if you think life is hard now, don't worry: it's gonna get harder! What kind of verse is that, right here in the middle of the "Epistle of Joy"? Well, come on a j…
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Ep. 97 - The Utility of Force with K9 Reaper
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1:03:08K9 Reaper describes himself as "just a man". But what a man he is. Actively engaged in protecting and bettering his community and combating the decline of South Africa. We discuss Cash in Transit heists, tourism, preparedness versus paranoia and much more. We begin with an excerpt from The Utility of Force: The Art of War in the Modern World by Rup…
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Episode #60: Suffering & Sovereignty (Phil 1:29)
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30:27(Phil 1:29) Have you ever received a "Care Package" in the mail? When I was in college, every once in a while I would receive a gift through the Post sent from loving friends back home. It would be filled with all sorts of pictures and goodies that would remind me that I was loved. Sometimes, as a joke, they would wrap the gift horribly -- make it …
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(Phil 1:28) I've got a mug on my office desk. It's black with gold letters that say, "I've got this. - God." It is a daily reminder that I need way too often. (Because I so often lose sight of it!) In my defense, though, I've got a whole lot of days in my life that are filled with obstacles and attacks. (I imagine you probably do as well.) So, it's…
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(Phil 1:27) I'll be perfecty honest: I feel unworthy. Unworthy to have a podcast audience. Unworthy of the countless blessings in my life. And absolutely unworthy to be a blood-bought child of God. (And if you think I'm being too hard on myself, just ask my kids and they'll set you straight!) Maybe you can relate. When I try to measure up to the st…
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