In this episode, Pastor Ryan returns to Rak Chazak—be strong and courageous—and presses into what it means to be faithful when no one is watching. He challenges men to follow the example of Jesus, who consistently withdrew to meet with the Father and found the courage to say, “Not my will, but yours be done.” If we long to hear, “Well done, good and faithful servant,” then we must learn to seek the Father in the quiet place. Pastor Ryan offers practical, doable steps for building a real quiet time, cultivating daily time in God’s Word and prayer, and developing the kind of faithfulness that endures to the end.

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In this episode, Pastor Ryan unpacks the ancient Hebrew battle cry Rak Chazak—the same words God spoke to Joshua when fear threatened to hold him back from leading His people into the Promised Land. Learn how true strength and courage come not from self-confidence but from unwavering trust in God’s Word. Pastor Ryan challenges believers to trade screen time for Scripture time, to move beyond spiritual infancy, and to develop the courage that comes from quiet communion with God. If you’re ready to grow stronger, stand firmer, and live with courage rooted in faith—this episode is for you.

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In a world that keeps telling men to look within, hustle harder, and just “be true to yourself,” this episode says something completely different: you are in a fight you cannot win unarmed.

We walk through the three lifelong battles every man faces

1. The fight to grow with Jesus,
2. The fight against the flesh,
3. The fight to overcome evil with good—and expose why self-help, willpower, and online “alpha” advice keep coming up short.

Then we introduce the one weapon God has actually placed in your hands: the sword of the Spirit, the Word of God—exploring what makes the Bible unique, powerful, and essential if you want real freedom, clarity, and strength in the chaos of modern manhood.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the same sins, pulled by the same temptations, or confused by a culture shouting a thousand definitions of masculinity, this conversation will help you see Scripture not as a dusty religious book but as your battle gear for everyday life.