In this powerful episode, Erik Cabral exposes the three idols quietly destroying Christian men from the inside: lust, money, and ego. Drawing from Scripture, personal testimony, and years of spiritual wrestling, Erik unpacks the silent battles men face and the practical steps every believer can take to break free.This is not just another conversation about sin. It’s a call to spiritual warfare, biblical discipline, and rediscovering identity in Christ.What Erik Covers in This Episode• Lust: Why so many Christian men are silently struggling with pornography… and how Scripture (Matthew 5:28 and 1 Corinthians 6:18-20) shines a light on the true spiritual cost.• Money: How wealth becomes a hidden idol in the lives of believers, how Erik fell into money-driven identity, and what the Bible teaches about true contentment (1 Timothy 6:6-10).• Ego: Why men chase platforms, status, and validation… and how pride subtly becomes self-worship. Erik shares his own journey of ego, career success, insecurity, and surrendering his “platform” to God’s Kingdom.This episode challenges Christian men to examine their hearts honestly and invites them into a deeper walk with Christ… free from the idols that steal peace, purity, and purpose.Biblical Tools to Fight BackErik gives simple, actionable steps to break the cycle of idolatry:• Lust: Weekly accountability + Scripture memorization• Money: Giving, serving, and reordering priorities toward Kingdom impact• Ego: Anonymous acts of service that starve pride and strengthen humilityWhy This MattersMost Christian men battle these struggles alone. Erik reminds viewers that isolation is the enemy’s playground… and community is God’s design for transformation. This channel exists to help men fight back together through Scripture, honesty, and spiritual discipline.If this episode encouraged you…Subscribe and join Erik each week as he helps believers:• Build a life rooted in biblical identity• Strengthen Christian discipline• Break strongholds and idols• Walk in the freedom Christ promisesResources mentioned:When Money Becomes an Idol: Embracing True Security Through Faithhttps://hillcities.org/when-money-bec...📖 Grab Erik’s book Be Your Brand to Glorify God:https://a.co/d/h1spfEYDM Erik on Instagram:@erikecabral🎥 Subscribe for more conversations on faith, branding & entrepreneurship: • The Erik Cabral Show

If you're a Christian entrepreneur looking for guidance, this channel explores key aspects of Christian entrepreneurship. Learn practical Christian business principles rooted in biblical principles, and also, how to run a faith-based business that is Christ-centered. Discover biblical principles for success and build a thriving Christian business rooted in kingdom entrepreneurship.📖 Erik’s book: https://www.beyourbrandnow.com/🎙 More episodes: • The Erik Cabral ShowAre you a Christian entrepreneur seeking to integrate your faith in business? This channel is dedicated to helping Christian entrepreneurs build thriving Christian businesses with faithful leadership. Discover how to build a kingdom entrepreneur mindset and create a faith-based business that honors God.

Business owners! We are selecting a few clients to help grow their brands (especially on YouTube). Please email erik@onairbrands.com to apply!In this episode of The Erik Cabral Show, Erik sits down with Kurt Luidhardt, co-founder of Liberty Spenders, to explore the powerful connection between faith, politics, and branding. Kurt shares his entrepreneurial journey from selling fireworks in Philadelphia (yes, there’s a wild SWAT story) to helping elect U.S. presidents, and now leading a movement around conviction-driven marketing.This conversation dives into why values matter more than ever in business, how brands like Chick-fil-A, Hobby Lobby, and Black Rifle Coffee built billion-dollar followings rooted in faith and conviction, and why entrepreneurs may have a bigger role in shaping culture than politicians.Whether you’re a Christian business leader, brand-builder, or entrepreneur, this episode will challenge how you think about marketing, influence, and impact.0:00 Intro0:25 Meet Kurt Luidhardt: Political Strategist Turned Marketing Disruptor2:18 Philadelphia Fireworks Arrest Story9:03 From Fireworks to Politics: Early Entrepreneurial Lessons16:35 Conviction Marketing & Values-Driven Consumers21:17 Inside the $5 Trillion “Liberty Spenders” Market25:57 Pivoting from Politics to Business32:11 Mentorship, Faith, and Strategic Growth36:22 Building Trust Through In-Person Community40:54 Burn or Bless: Kurt’s Take on Media, Disney, AI & More50:27 Wokeness, Tribalism & Business Strategy1:02:06 Subtle Lies, Spiritual Warfare & Leadership1:05:52 Final Thoughts + How to Connect with KurtTopics We Cover:👉 Kurt’s crazy story of being “arrested” while selling fireworks in Philly👉 Why storytelling beats slogans in both politics and business👉 The $5 trillion market of values-driven consumers👉 Conviction-driven marketing: what it is & why it works👉 The tension between politics, business, and faith—and where true impact is found👉 Building community & trust in a “trust recession”Resources Mentioned:🔗 Connect with Kurt & Liberty Spenders:Website: https://libertyspenders.comLinkedIn: / kurt-luidhardt 📖 Grab Erik’s book Be Your Brand to Glorify God:https://a.co/d/h1spfEY🎥 Subscribe for more conversations on faith, branding & entrepreneurship: • The Erik Cabral Show