Christianity Episodes

In a series of inspirational and innovative sessions called “15 Go!” Paul Cole and John Arana tackle some of the most frustrating issues and questions of our time. With wisdom, insight and experience John and Paul use practical Biblical application to help you overcome the obstacles and storms of life. Today we explore and answer your questions about getting Closer to God. Something everyone wants yet we often feel it’s too far away – or that others can get there, but not me. This session will i...

In a series of inspirational and innovative sessions called “15 Go!” Paul Cole and John Arana tackle some of the most frustrating issues and questions of our time. With wisdom, insight and experience John and Paul use practical Biblical application to help you overcome the obstacles and storms of life. Today we explore and answer your questions about the Fruit of the Spirit. What is this? Is this a goal I can actually reach? Where do I start and what is the baseline? John Arana is an expert in l...

Jeff Zaugg is the founder of the mega-podcast DadAwesome! He’s been a minister, coach, mentor and teacher for fathers and children for many years. Jeff is also an experienced dad with a growing family. With Paul and Jeff today you’ll pick up some great points, tips, dad-hacks and embrace the passion of raising the next generation of champions. Jeff grew up in a strong family environment and wanted to pass it on to his family. But then he saw the dysfunction of family life all around him – and d...

When Robert Barriger arrived in Peru in 1983 it was a mess. Poverty, terrorism, chronic child abuse and chaotic social issues. But Robert and his wife Karyn with two little children struck out to the jungles to bring Jesus into the darkness. Today they pastor one of the largest and most significant churches in Latin America – Camino de Vida in Lima, Peru. Robert is passionate about reaching the hurting and lost ... and passionate about raising up a new generation of men across the nations. Rober...

Pierre du Plessis speaks with the wondrous expectations of an explorer as he talks about the adventurous life of following Jesus. This captivating conversation with our good friend Pierre will fill your heart with hope and courage and wisdom. It truly is about ‘the better life’! Pierre and his brilliant wife Marlize moved from Johannesburg, South Africa to Rochester, New York in 1999 to plant a remarkable church - The Father’s House. A multi-cultural, multi-generational, multi-site church ... it...

Brandon Cole leads us into a look at Jesus as perhaps we've never experienced before. An exhilarating journey with a pastor in love with Jesus. Brandon is a pastor, author, graphic designer and producer. With his wife Meredith they pastor C3 Church in Fort Worth, Texas. Brandon is considered a brilliant navigator of the gospel and master story-teller of the truths of God's kingdom. In this Brave Men podcast you'll meet the future of the global church - a young pastor carrying a legacy for truth ...

Dr. Robert Barriger and his wife Karyn pastor one of the most significant churches in Latin America, Camino de Vida in Lima, Peru. His global ministry to pastors and churches have taken him across Peru and across the nations establishing Pastor Barriger as a pastor to pastors. His writings and training have helped hundreds of churches grow, impact their community and build healthy families. He is considered one of the foremost teachers on John's book, the last book in the bible - Revelation. Her...

Today on Brave Men one of America’s eminent storytellers, best-selling author Charles Martin, jumps into the middle of the story of Jesus and his disciples. From his acclaimed book, They Turned The World Upside Down: A Storyteller’s Journey With Those Who Dared To Follow Jesus, host Paul Cole and Charles walk through the dusty roads of the early church bringing to life the struggles, triumphs and challenges of carrying the message of Jesus to the world. In the first century, a believer didn’t ju...

Meeting up with our friend Dr. Mark Chironna is one of life’s great treasures. His love of life, joy filled heart and keen insight into the Word of God will enlarge your life, empower your heart and equip your hands for battle. Mark has been in the people-helping business for more than four decades. With a media presence spanning almost 175 nations, his message of wholeness through the integration of the spiritual and psychological is heard across the globe. He has a father’s heart for emerging ...

Bold, fearless and outspoken meet John Cooper today on BraveMen. John is the lead vocalist, bassist and songwriter/producer for Skillet, one of the best-selling rock bands of the 21st century. The two-time GRAMMY Award-nominated 12x platinum band was recently invited into Pandora’s Billionaire club after garnering 2 billion streams, received a pair of GRAMMY Award nods, sold over 12 million albums worldwide, taken home a Billboard Music Award and more. Their breakout single “Monster” remains “on...

21 men would not compromise their faith. They would not yield to the terrorists and deny Christ. With great courage, each man knelt down on the wet and cold ocean shore. Behind each man was an assassin poised to strike with a saber. In their final moments, these young Christian men – many of them in their late teens and twenties, prayed as evil charges were declared against them. The 21 declared to each other and to heaven, “Ya Rabbi Yassu,” “Oh my Lord Jesus,” just before sabers sliced their th...

Johnnie Moore is a relentless advocate for religious freedom in the Middle East, Nigeria and the most dangerous places in the world. He has authored several books including the one we talk about today on BraveMen – The Next Jihad, Stop the Christian Genocide in Africa.Johnnie is founder and CEO of The KAIROS Company and President of The Congress of Christian Leaders. He began his career at Liberty University, where he served as the school's Senior Vice President for Communications and as a ca...

John Smithwick is a global missionary. He and his team have planted churches, conducted regional crusades, directed hundreds of short-term missions groups and witnessed over 2 million people commit their lives to following Christ.John and his wife Martine founded and direct Global Ventures, a missions organization active in 35 nations. The miraculous healing of hundreds of people from deadly diseases, crippled limbs, sickness and incurable issues has marked John’s ministry around the world....

Doug Stringer is an extreme follower of Jesus who takes first-responder food, medicine and help to the most troubled spots in the world. Doug is the founder of Somebody Cares America and Somebody Cares International, with chapters, centers, partners, affiliate ministries and a global coalition around the world. Doug and his wife Lisa are authors, speakers, activists and courageous compassionists. Doug has written extensively, is a well known speaker and is a recognized thought-leader in communit...

Bill Scheer has never been anything but ‘full-on and uninhibited’ for anything he’s done in his life. That’s why his church is called GUTS Church. Our great friends Bill and his wife Sandy founded GUTS Church in Tulsa 29 years ago for people who felt marginalized by the modernchurch culture.Bill says, “I wanted to start a church for people who don’t like church”.Bill was raised in the St. Louis area and as he grew up he became immersed in a culture of drugs and violence, “my life got dark rea...

Paul takes us through a few of the powerful keys to personal success from the book "Power of Potential" by Ed Cole. What does it mean to create a positive image, what is the difference between a follower and a leader, what did it take for Joseph to hold on to his dream?Principals including, "Master your passion or your passion will master you" and "You are only qualified to lead to the degree you're willing to serve" help listeners dial in to the anointing of God in your life. Using the life of...

Dr. Gene Getz’s book “The Measure of a Man” is a classic overview of Biblical masculinity that has been read by millions of men. Pastors and leaders around the world have taught from that book and from the more than 60 books he has written. He is a pastor to pastors across the nations and daily meets with and counsels key faith and cultural leaders.Gene wrote a book “Sharpening the Focus of the Church” out of his work in the classroom as a noted professor at Dallas Theological Seminary and in 1...

Brian Tome is a national voice in speaking to men about Christian manhood and Biblical masculinity. He is the founding and senior pastor of Crossroads, a significant church based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Brian has authored four books including his best-seller, “The Five Marks of a Man”. Today on BraveMen we talk real man stuff. How does Brian workout life as a dad and husband, pastor of a mega-church and his yearning heart for adventure. How do we build and what makes up the core values of a man in ...

“JB” – for millions of sports fans those initials mean action, insight and integrity. James Brown, “JB”, is the current host of “The NFL Today” on CBS and "Inside The NFL" on Showtime. JB is a multiple Emmy Award-winning network broadcaster, has hosted the Super Bowl nine times, is a founding partner of the World Series Champion Washington Nationals and was elected into the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame in August 2020.Today on BraveMen we meet the man behind the broadcast studio … a man of...

Danny Silk is a minister of cultural reformation. His advocacy of children and the family has made him a powerful voice that millions of people across America listen to. Today on BraveMen we gain insight and revelation from his compelling book, Loving Our Kids on Purpose. This forthright conversation will help dads, mentors and families to build stronger bonds of communication, trust and respect. Danny speaks and writes with great emphasis and clarity that the family is the vehicle for generatio...

There are divine coincidences that happen in your life. How do you explain that? SQuire Rushnell calls them "Godwinks." SQuire was one of the most successful executives in broadcasting. Then something unusual happened - a divine coincidence. As a twenty year executive with ABC Television he led “Good Morning America” to number one and became one of the fathers of “Schoolhouse Rock”. In the midst of the ups and downs of life and work - God caught his attention.In the swirl of a high profile life...

Max Lucado has written a powerful new book that is a timely journey into God’s hope and grace. (I was so taken by the book I bought multiple copies for my family!) You’re going to be deeply blessed by our time together as we talk about “You Are Never Alone”.Max was born and raised in the oil-stained rugged country of West Texas. After a distinct commitment to follow Jesus in college at Abilene Christian University, Max headed into ministry in a small Florida church. There he met his wife Denaly...

John Bevere was a stuck young man. Life was good but he knew it had no purpose. Then in the swirling craziness of campus life as a successful college athlete he gave his life to Jesus Christ – and everything changed. Now, he was unstuck - he had his purpose and his mission in life. That tremendous sense of finding his purpose is what powers his life today, to help others find that same sense of a fulfilled calling in life. Do you ever feel stuck? Like you’re just a spectator in God’s kingdom? Pe...

Congressman Jody Hice was a pastor in Georgia for over twenty years when he mused out loud, “Someone who has Christian values needs to run for Congress!” After he looked around, it’s that old story … he was the only one standing. So Jody ran - and won! Today he’s a multi-term member of the United States House of Representatives. He is the ranking member of the Oversight and Reform Subcommittee on National Security and serves on the Subcommittee for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties. He speaks oft...