In this episode of the Men After God podcast, Adrian Ferrari discusses the universal struggle of resisting temptation and the importance of wisdom in overcoming it. Drawing from Proverbs 2, he emphasizes that God provides wisdom as a safeguard against the seductive nature of temptation. The conversation explores the significance of setting boundaries, seeking accountability, and understanding the consequences of giving in to temptation. Adrian encourages listeners to actively pursue wisdom through scripture and prayer, and to rely on God's strength to resist temptation, ultimately leading to a thriving relationship with Him.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Temptation and Wisdom

10:23 The Role of Boundaries and Accountability

15:47 The Consequences of Giving In to Temptation

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In this episode of the Men After God podcast, Dustin Alley and Luke Sorensen discuss the critical importance of developing future leaders within ministry. They emphasize the need for intentional leadership development strategies, recognizing potential in individuals, and the significance of a biblical foundation in leadership practices. The conversation also highlights effective communication techniques to engage audiences and the role of leaders as guides rather than heroes in the development process. In this conversation, Luke Sorensen and Dustin Alley discuss the importance of modeling leadership through Jesus, recognizing potential in others, and the significance of spiritual maturity in developing future leaders. They emphasize the need for intentional relationships, effective recruitment strategies, and the importance of character development in leadership roles within the church. The discussion highlights practical steps for pastors and leaders to cultivate a thriving men's ministry and foster a supportive community.

Chapters

00:30 Empowering Future Leaders in Ministry

3:10 The Importance of Leadership Development Pipelines

7:14 Recognizing and Nurturing Potential

10:23 Building a Biblical Foundation for Leadership

12:34 Engaging Communication Strategies

17:39 The Role of the Guide in Leadership Development

21:04 Modeling Leadership Through Jesus

22:19 Seeing Potential: The '10' Above Their Heads

25:15 Identifying Spiritual Maturity in Leaders

30:31 Recruiting and Developing Future Leaders

38:27 Building Intentional Relationships for Leadership Growth

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In this episode of Men After God, Dustin Alley delves into Proverbs chapter two, emphasizing the importance of diligently seeking wisdom as a vital aspect of spiritual growth. He discusses how wisdom is a treasure that requires effort to uncover, paralleling the pursuit of wisdom to the fervor one would have in searching for gold. Alley encourages listeners to apply biblical wisdom in their daily lives and to seek God's guidance earnestly, highlighting that true wisdom comes from understanding and living according to God's Word.

Chapters

0:30 Introduction to Men After God and Proverbs

1:29 The Pursuit of Wisdom

6:39 Diligence in Seeking Wisdom

12:40 Applying Wisdom in Daily Life

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In this episode of the Men After God podcast, host Luke Sorenson sits down with Jason Tester for a powerful conversation on the true nature of forgiveness.

Jason reminds us that forgiveness isn’t something we muster up on our own — it is a gift from God, made possible through Jesus, not through our own strength, feelings, or willpower.

Together, Luke and Jason explore:
- Why forgiveness is spiritually impossible without Christ
- The internal battle between our flesh and the Spirit
- Why your feelings aren’t the foundation of forgiveness
- How God empowers us to forgive what we could never let go of alone

If you've ever struggled to forgive someone who hurt you, battled resentment, or felt like you just can’t move on, this episode will give you clarity, hope, and a path forward rooted in the gospel, not self-effort.

🧭 Key Takeaways
-Forgiveness comes from Jesus, not from our feelings.
-The ability to forgive is a divine gift.
-True forgiveness is a reflection of Jesus's love.

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In this episode of the Men After God podcast, host Luke Sorensen sits down with Dr. Bryan Samms to unpack a powerful story of family, faith, and calling. Bryan shares the journey behind his new book, Rescued, the miracle of adoption in his family, the priority of marriage and kids in ministry, and the gospel picture of our adoption in Christ. You will hear how God provides in impossible seasons and how churches and men can live true religion by caring for the fatherless and strengthening the home.

Whether you are exploring adoption, navigating infertility, or simply seeking to grow in your faith as a man after God, this episode will encourage your faith and provide you with practical next steps.

🧭 Key Takeaways

• Adoption is a vivid gospel picture of our new name, new family, and new inheritance in Christ
• A man’s first ministry is his home and his marriage must remain first after God
• God provides when we walk in obedience even when the path is costly or unclear
• True religion includes caring for the orphan and the widow and the local church can lead the way
• Infertility and waiting can become seasons of prayer, fasting, and deep dependence on God
• Every man can participate in orphan care through prayer, giving, serving, and church initiatives
• Preaching and leadership gifts grow through coaching, learning, and humble practice

🕐 Time Stamps

00:01 Welcome and guest intro
00:45 Bryan’s story and heart for building men
03:50 Family first ministry and life priorities
08:47 Why Rescued was written and the big idea
12:37 The gospel picture of adoption from Scripture
23:14 Infertility and the waiting years
25:30 The first adoption and a miracle of provision
27:25 God gives a son after ten years
28:59 Emergency placement becomes forever family
31:34 Another child added and trusting God’s provision
36:39 How singles and couples can support adoption and foster care
41:22 Small group curriculum overview and how it works
43:49 Where to get the book and church resources

🎯 Resources Mentioned

• Book Rescued by Dr. Bryan Samms
• Small group video curriculum for churches
• Church Advance podcast
• Pulpit Advance coaching for preachers
• River City Baptist Church

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In this episode of the Men After God podcast, host Luke Sorensen tackles a struggle that many men face but few recognize — drifting away from God. Luke explains how spiritual drift often happens not through rebellion, but through complacency and inaction, and he offers a practical framework for getting back on course.

Using the STEER acronym, he challenges listeners to:

• Stop coasting,
• Take charge of their spiritual direction,
• Engage intentionally with God,
• Evaluate their growth, and
• Return to their anchor — Jesus Christ.

Through biblical insight and real-life application, Luke encourages men to live with spiritual focus, accountability, and intentionality. Whether you feel stuck, distracted, or distant from God, this episode will help you recognize the drift, adjust your direction, and steer your faith back toward Christ.

🧭 Key Takeaways

• If you feel distant from God, it's not Him who moved.
• Drifting away from God often happens through inaction.
• Intentionality is key to maintaining a relationship with God.
• The STEER acronym helps guide spiritual growth.
• Evaluate your spiritual journey regularly to avoid drifting.
• Engage intentionally with God through prayer and Bible study.
• Accountability in relationships strengthens faith.
• The culture will not lead you closer to God.

🕐 Time Stamps

2:20 The Concept of Drifting Away from God
4:39 The Importance of Intentionality
6:30 Using the STEER Acronym for Spiritual Growth
10:30 Recognizing the Signs of Drifting
13:17 The Role of Scripture in Preventing Drift
16:53 The Dangers of Spiritual Complacency
20:42 Taking Charge of Your Spiritual Course
22:01 Navigating the Cultural Drift
25:14 Intentional Living and Spiritual Discipline
28:31 The Importance of Scripture Memorization
32:06 Building Relationships and Accountability
36:30 Evaluating Spiritual Growth and Direction
41:26 Returning to Your Anchor

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