Confession is not about earning forgiveness. Scripture is clear that forgiveness has already been fully and finally secured through the death of Jesus Christ. When we believed in Him, all …
Confessing Your Way to Freedom
He was in trouble. A lot of trouble. She was new at the office. Young, attractive, talented. They had been appointed to work on a project together, and he was …
2 Keys for Proper Repentance
Whenever the New Testament uses the word “repent” in English, it comes from the Greek word metanoia. The NIV Exhaustive Concordance Dictionary defines metanoia as “to change any or all …
Sports Betting: How Do I Get Free? (Part 4 of 4)
This is the final article in our 4-part series on sports betting. Check out our previous articles “Sports Betting: What’s Going On?”, “Sports Betting: How Big a Deal is This?”, …
Are You Correctable?
“I have something I want to ask you,” my friend said. “How is your relationship with Paul?” I felt uncomfortable. I’d recently lost my cool with Paul. I was wrong, …
It’s Possible to Build Better Friendships
When I was a kid, the best part of the weekends was playing with my siblings. We did so much together. We created and explored, and we learned from each …
The Consequences of Sin: It Spreads Further Than We Could Ever Imagine
The sins we live out might be leading people away from Jesus as they look at us and say “that’s why I want nothing to do with the church.”
Young Men Need Your Help
The Problem I remember my first year of college, everything was new, everyone seemingly knew what was going on, and most distinctly everyone was telling me how to think. I’m …
Man’s Greatest Lie
The Worst Lie in the World Isn’t the Lie Others Tell Us But Rather the Lie We Tell Ourselves And, as men, I believe the biggest lie we tell ourselves …
What is Accountability and How Do We Develop This Relationship?
Accountability relationships can be very important. But the reality is most men don’t have close enough friendships with other men to trust them with the deep places of their life. …
EP 83: Rooted in Truth with Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling
The Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling is the Ambassador for the Canadian Bible Society. He has dedicated his life to sharing God’s Word and has spoken and lectured worldwide in a variety of contexts.
EP 82: Hope for the Opioid Crisis with Dr. Meera Grover
With more than 44,000 opioid-related deaths since 2016, the overdose crisis is one of the most severe public health crises Canada has ever faced, and men are much more likely to be affected by addiction than women. There is hardly a day that passes when we do not hear of the fentanyl issue in geopolitical, provincial, and local conversations.
In a World Full of Gambling
Gentlemen, start your engines… As I write this, the Toronto Indy has just happened. Did you bet on who would win? Did you bet on who would start on the …
Sports Betting: How Do I Get Free? (Part 4 of 4)
This is the final article in our 4-part series on sports betting. Check out our previous articles “Sports Betting: What’s Going On?”, “Sports Betting: How Big a Deal is This?”, …
Sports Betting: What Does the Bible Actually Say? (Part 3 of 4)
This article is the 3rd of a 4-part series on this topic. Check out the first 2 articles: “Sports Betting: What’s Going On?” and “Sports Betting: How Big a Deal …
Sports Betting: How Big a Deal Is This? (Part 2 of 4)
This article is the 2nd of a 4-part series on this topic. Check out the first article “Sports Betting: What’s Going On?“ Is it just me, or can we not …
Sports Betting: What’s Going On? (Part 1 of 4)
Canadian comedian Norm Macdonald passed away in 2021. He was known for his work in stand-up comedy, film, and a stint on Saturday Night Live. One of the lesser-known sides …
EP 58: Breaking Our Brokenness with Jean-Paul Beran
Have you ever wondered if you can break free of your past and fulfilled. Our guest is Jean-Paul Beran president of Focus on the Family Canada
EP 52: The Thing Beneath the Thing. Dealing with Your Stuff to Live Strong and Courageous
As men, we often feel the desire to provide for our families, and sometimes that pressure can feel overwhelming. Culture tells us to hustle and gather things, but sometimes that comes into conflict with what God is calling us to.
Break Free From Phone Addiction
I was addicted to mobile games for three years. It started innocently as something I wanted to do for my kids, but it quickly became something I did for myself. …
How Jesus Rebuilds a Divorced Man
Divorce has a way of hollowing a man out. Even if you saw it coming, even if papers were signed and boxes were packed slowly, the weight of it still …
When Our Pain Affects Those We Love
Have you ever caught yourself snapping at your kids after a rough day at work? Or found yourself pulling back emotionally from your spouse because of a fight you had …
The Dangers of Christian Outrage Culture
Do you guys remember that time the 2024 Summer Olympics opening ceremony had a scene where a group of drag queens supposedly reenacted Da Vinci’s The Last Supper painting? As …
How Can a Man Handle His Anger?
It’s just after midnight on a Monday night. You’re driving home on the highway after a late-night work event, cruising in the slow lane. Suddenly, two vehicles zoom past you …
When Our Feelings Don’t Make Sense
Imagine it’s 2009, and you are movie star Christian Bale (I know, this event was a long time ago, but work with me). You’re in the middle of filming a …
EP 53: Real Men for a Real World.
As men, we often feel the desire to provide for our families, and sometimes that pressure can feel overwhelming. Culture tells us to hustle and gather things, but sometimes that comes into conflict with what God is calling us to.
EP 52: The Thing Beneath the Thing. Dealing with Your Stuff to Live Strong and Courageous
As men, we often feel the desire to provide for our families, and sometimes that pressure can feel overwhelming. Culture tells us to hustle and gather things, but sometimes that comes into conflict with what God is calling us to.
The Danger of Jumping to Conclusions
November 11 is an important date on the Canadian calendar. Every year, the country pauses in silence on the eleventh day of the eleventh month at the eleventh hour to …
The Many Faces of Anger
Men do a lot of damage when they don’t properly harness their anger I finally snapped! Many years ago, my son Carter had been doing what little boys do and …
Breaking the Anger Chain
I felt furious. We shared a car. Every night, my wife would call me to tell her to come pick her up at work. I’d drive 15 minutes and arrive …
How the Cross Transforms a Man
A man can tell a lot about how valuable something is based on how much he’s willing to pay for it. I still remember standing at the glass counter of …
Why Men Need “Meeting Places” with God
Men are such interesting creatures. We derive so much deep satisfaction from getting things done. We thrive when we feel useful, and we often measure fulfillment by what we have …
Is “Traditional Masculinity” Why So Many Men Are Lonely?
In my research on the topic of loneliness among men, I came across the story of a woman who moved from making racy content on OnlyFans to making six times …
Manhood in the Age of AI
I’m no longer sure if anything I see online is real. I’ll read an article, and I wonder, “Did AI write that?” I reply to an email and wonder if …
How Jesus Rebuilds a Divorced Man
Divorce has a way of hollowing a man out. Even if you saw it coming, even if papers were signed and boxes were packed slowly, the weight of it still …
Why Confession is So Crucial
Confession is not about earning forgiveness. Scripture is clear that forgiveness has already been fully and finally secured through the death of Jesus Christ. When we believed in Him, all …
Why Men Can’t DIY Their Spiritual Life
As a relatively new homeowner, I have recently discovered the necessity of DIY (“Doing It Yourself”). I mean, who can afford to pay a plumber anymore? From replacing light switches …
Lessons in Romance from Jesus Himself
When it comes to romance, there is a profound mystery in Scripture. As Paul teaches on marriage in Ephesians 5:21-33, he discusses the relationship between a husband and wife, but …
3 Ways Fasting Transforms a Man
I am sitting in my house as I write this article on fasting. I live in one of the Canadian provinces where the winter months can get really cold. But …
Stop Believing Your Best Years Are Behind You
A few years ago, I ran a series of races and felt pretty good about my performance, until I showed the results to a friend. He immediately noticed something I’d …
Forgiven, Loved, Transformed
Christ is risen. He is risen indeed! We can rejoice and celebrate our Saviour’s victory over death through His resurrection! Through His grace and mercy, we are free! Praise God! …
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God Is On The Move
God is on the move. Would you consider moving with Him by joining us in reaching and discipling men? The need and the opportunity have never been greater.
Good News Comes to You from the Ministry of Impactus
Please consider a special year end gift today to bring this Good News to even more men next year. You can donate here impactus.org/give In a world filled with negative …
A New Day
Please consider a special Easter gift today and bring a new day to even more men who desperately need it. You can donate here impactus.org/give Have you felt like these …
Message of Hope
What does “Hope” mean to you? One year ago, did you ever imagine 2020 would look like it has? So many men are struggling with relationship issues, financial hardships, health …
Iron Sharpens Iron – The Impact of COVID and the Sharpening of Men
Have you ever felt alone or like you are the only person going through whatever struggles you are facing? Have you ever wished you could find a place to be …
When Scripture is Hard to Understand
Men, let’s be honest: Sometimes reading the Bible can feel like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces. You sit down with your coffee and good intentions, crack open …
5 Tips for Teaching Your Kids the Bible
I hear from other dads all the time: “What are you doing to teach your kids the Bible?” Men know they are “supposed” to be sharing Scripture with their kids. …
Why the Creation Story is So Important
The Bible study class was over, and he was heading straight for me. I had watched the expression on this man’s face the entire time I was teaching, and I …
Why Memorizing Scripture is So Crucial
When I first came to Christ as a teenager, I came across a biography of the 19th-century hymn-writer Frances Havergal. While she is best known for writing the classic hymn …
The Scariest Words of Jesus
Do you have a “life verse”? A particular verse or passage of Scripture that you have identified and latched on to as particularly meaningful or even formative for you? I …
Goodbye 2023; Hello 2024!
Growing up, I was never a big fan of New Year’s. As a kid, I would stay up late with my parents and eat junk food and watch movies until …
The 5 Habits of a Spiritually Growing Man
How do we grow as godly men? Over the past few years, I’ve become convinced that we go through building godly habits. David Mathis is right: “Your perseverance, under God, …
4 Tips for Digging Deeper Into Scripture
“I just really don’t like reading.” So said a friend of mine recently. He is a godly man who loves the Lord and wants to go deeper in Scripture. But …
3 Keys to Reading the Bible Well
One of the greatest gifts the Reformation gave the church was the widespread belief and insistence that the Bible should be translated into the language(s) of common people. Because of …
EP 52: The Thing Beneath the Thing. Dealing with Your Stuff to Live Strong and Courageous
As men, we often feel the desire to provide for our families, and sometimes that pressure can feel overwhelming. Culture tells us to hustle and gather things, but sometimes that comes into conflict with what God is calling us to.
3 Ways to Honor Your Pastor
Pastors are a varied lot. I grew up with bi-vocational ministers and have served as one myself—at one point prepping sermons in my head while I landscaped. Bi-vocational ministry is …
3 Callings God Gives to Single Men
First, a confession: Men’s ministries have not always done well ministering to “singleness.” No doubt they teach and practice much concerning masculinity that has nothing to do with one’s relationship …
Loving the Church You Have vs. the Church You Want
We all have a picture of the “ideal” church. You know—the one where the preaching hits home every week, the worship moves our hearts, the people feel like family, the …
3 Reasons Church Gatherings Are So Important
What makes in-person church gatherings so uniquely crucial for men to attend? It’s no secret that in-person church attendance has been declining in Canada for some time now. Some would …
When a Christian Leader Fails
The news made me feel sick. A pastor—a man I had respected—had been caught in secret sin. Even worse, he’d covered it up. When he was found out, he resigned, …
Why Should a Man Sing?
My dad was a good man, one of the best men I have ever met. He had a grade-six education, but that didn’t stop him from living a successful life …
Finding a Place to Belong in Church
“I don’t have any friends at this church.” When I was a pastor, I heard that regularly from both genders, but more often from men. As much as we use …
A Kingdom of All Nations
I remember my first Impactus conference many years ago at the FirstOntario Centre in Hamilton, Ontario. (It was “Promise Keepers Canada” back then, and for that matter, the arena was …
5 Things Pastors Want Men to Know
I’ve worked for Impactus for about 7 months, and I’m really happy in my new job. (I have to say that, or else I get fired). But seriously, I am …
When Christians Fight About the Faith
Go read Romans 14:1-23. Let’s be honest. It’s right there, ironically, in black-and-white: there are such things as “grey areas” in the faith. There are areas in Christian life where …
Manhood in the Age of AI
I’m no longer sure if anything I see online is real. I’ll read an article, and I wonder, “Did AI write that?” I reply to an email and wonder if …
Tyler Loop’s Faith After Season-Ending Miss
“Faith is a big part of my life,” Loop said. “Right now, I’m reading the book of Romans, and in Romans 8 it says, ‘And God works for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.’
Finding the Unshakeable Hope of Christmas
“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned…” (Isaiah 9:2) Christmas is a season often …
How Men Can Win “The War on Christmas”
A Not-So-Merry Christmas Years ago, at Christmastime, I was shopping at a large chain store. As I stood in line to pay, I heard a phrase being repeated with considerable …
Should Christian Men “Flip Tables”?
Many years ago, I saw a painting of Christ cleansing the Temple from the merchants and moneylenders. Jesus was standing on the Temple steps, with a menagerie of animals around …
Faith-filled Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays Move on to the ALCS
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Toronto Blue Jays are American League Championship Series-bound. On Wednesday evening, the Blue Jays closed out their best-of-five American League Division Series with a dominant …
Living as Men in a “Post-Truth” World
When I was ten years old, I jumped off a building, convinced I could fly. Every man has a story like this at some point in his life. You can …
As Men’s Bodies Get Older
The changes as men get older! When you think of “change” as it relates to your aging, what are the things that come to mind? For some, change can be …
Should a Christian Man Love His Country?
Should a Christian man love his country? Short answer: Of course. (With a great big Jesus-centered “but…”) As for the longer answer: I. Am. Canadian. (Hey Canadian men—remember this guy? …
Political Prayers in a Polarized Era
We are living through a time of deep political division and hyperpolarization. From vulgar bumper stickers and crude political signs at rallies to social media filled with insults and venom, …
Risen Indeed!
Bible Passage: “‘Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen!’” (Luke 24:5-6) Scripture Reading: Luke 24:1-12; Acts 2:24; Ephesians 1:19-21 Happy Easter …
God’s Silence on Saturday
Bible Passage: “It is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord.” (Lamentations 3:26 NIV) Scripture Reading: Matthew 27:57-66; Psalm 130:1-8; Romans 8:24-25 We tend to skip over …
Where Justice and Mercy Meet
Bible Passage: “But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities, the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are …
Serving Before Suffering
Bible Passage: “Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet. I have set you an example that you should do …
Devotion or Numbness?
Bible Passage: “She did what she could. She poured perfume on my body beforehand to prepare for my burial.” (Mark 14:8 NIV) Scripture Reading: Matthew 26:6-16; John 12:1-8; Psalm 51:17 …
How to “Win” the Argument
Bible Passage: “They were unable to trap him in what he had said there in public. And astonished by his answer, they became silent.” (Luke 20:26 NIV) Scripture Reading: Luke …
Confronting Corruption
Bible Passage: “His disciples remembered that it is written: ‘Zeal for your house will consume me.’” (John 2:17 NIV) Scripture Reading: Matthew 21:12-17; Psalm 69:9; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 On Monday …
What Kind of King Will You Follow?
Bible Passage: “Say to Daughter Zion, ‘See, your king comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, and on a colt, the foal of a donkey.’” (Matthew 21:5 NIV) …
Knowing That People Care
Bible Passage: “I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity.” …
Fighting for Hope
Bible Passage: “Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I …
Lessons in Romance from Jesus Himself
When it comes to romance, there is a profound mystery in Scripture. As Paul teaches on marriage in Ephesians 5:21-33, he discusses the relationship between a husband and wife, but …
5 Things Single Guys Can Do To Meet a Girl
Nine years ago, when I was single and starting out as a speaker, I sat down and had lunch with Dr. Barry Moore. It’s believed this man has spoken to …
3 Dating Tips from a Dad
I am amazed at how many guys are not great at dating! How do I know this? OK, I will admit that I do not have statistical evidence to support …
Marriage and the Decline of “Economically Attractive Men”
A recent study from Cornell University concluded that fewer people are getting married because there are less “economically attractive” men available. The study claims that women desire an average earning …
Norm Is Not Alone
Embracing A Women’s Mystery I have a vague recollection of an episode of Cheers—that sitcom of the last century. Norm, greeted with an everybody-knows-your-name “Norm!” when he enters the pub, …
Relating to Women in a “Me Too” World
Many of you will know the phrase “MeToo.” It began in the fall of 2017 when sexual abuse allegations were made against movie producer Harvey Weinstein. Shortly after these allegations …
Gary Thomas on What to Look for in a Future Spouse
Know someone who is thinking about getting married? Gary Thomas talks to Kirk about choosing the person to spend the rest of your life with. Related Links and Resources: …
Sacred Search
Marrying for Holiness Will Make You Happier Than Marrying Someone to Make You Happy Spoken by a supremely loving, all-wise, heavenly father who wants me to enjoy the abundant life, …
Why Marriage is Better Than Just Living Together
Marriage is a reflection of who God is. The past year [2018] has been a memorable experience for our family. We are now at the stage of life where our …
Every Woman’s Desire
With humour, Vince D’Acchioli shares an insightful message about our relationships with women, understanding woman and how they think, and why we sometimes have conflict. Whether you’re single, newlywed, or …
Crucial Insights from the Impactus 2025 “Spiritual Health of Men” Survey
Here at Impactus, we conduct a study every year called the “Spiritual Health of Men” survey. We engage with a sample of evangelical men, asking questions about their spiritual practices, …
3 Trends in the Spiritual Health of Men
Our ministry has conducted an annual Spiritual Health of Men Survey for over 12 years. Initially designed for use at our many conferences to evaluate attendees’ spiritual vitality and engagement, …
5 Tips for Effectively Teaching Men
As a leader, God has called you to do more than play videos of another preacher in another part of the world or use resources an “expert” has created. Tools …
The Gym Bro Revival: God is Moving Among Gen-Z Men
Recently, I joined over 55,000 young adults representing 72 countries gathered in Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the annual three-day Passion Conference. Although young adults have been gathering annually for Passion …
Finding the Right Studies For Your Men’s Ministry
Studies are a great way to bring a bunch of guys together for a set period of time to discuss a topic that would be valuable for them. I highly …
Getting Men Involved Beyond Sunday Morning
I remember the first time I read the book “Why Men Hate Going to Church.” It immediately caught my attention and was an honest perspective on some of the barriers …
Making Evangelism Easy for Every Day
When you hear the word “evangelism,” what do you think of? Tracts? Door-to-door? Asking someone, “If you were to die tonight, would you go to heaven or hell?” Most of us think …
Small Groups That Change the World
Where would you begin if you wanted to start a movement that would change the world two thousand years later? You might think about your marketing campaign or how you …
The Men Beyond the Church Walls
It’s a typical sight: a church gathers in a building, sings songs, listens to a sermon, greets one another, perhaps shares a potluck meal, and then disperses. This happens on …
Mentoring Men about Marriage
How many human relationships is a man called to be “one” with another person? If you guessed two – you are correct. The only human relationship where the word “one” …
3 Callings God Gives to Single Men
First, a confession: Men’s ministries have not always done well ministering to “singleness.” No doubt they teach and practice much concerning masculinity that has nothing to do with one’s relationship …
Community – Living With Others
Some of the most popular songs we remember from our youth had one thing in common – great harmony. When a song has a sonically pleasant sound, with a combination …
A Story of Jesus’s Compassion for a Mother
Soon afterward, Jesus went to a town called Nain, and his disciples and a large crowd went along with him. As he approached the town gate, a dead person was …
Family Devotions, Where do I Start?
Family worship is hard. It is one of those disciplines that most men want but fail to practice consistently. We know it’s good for our families, but never seem to …
You Should Call Your Dad
The last time I spoke with my dad was June 17, 1996. It was Father’s Day. I rarely phoned him—our conversations were mostly awkward and terse, often edgy. He was, …
I’ve Become a Parent to my Parents…Now What?
“Dad, there is no conference call and no supplier. It must have been a dream.”
Creating Memorable Moments as a Family
We were sitting on the lip of a waterfall in a remote area due to a wrong turn. This wrong turn, along with the incoming ocean tide, forced us to …
Forgiveness with Bill Farrel
The tension in relationships seems to be at a breaking point. We are living in a significant cultural moment where people are once again confronting racism while also dealing with …
3 Important Gifts A Mom Can Give Her Son
My wife and I were recently reflecting on how different boys and girls are. She talked about how much of a challenge it was to get used to boys wrestling …
Honoring the Women in Our Lives
It’s May. That means Mother’s Day is coming… like…really soon, guys! Which raises the question: How do I survive Mother’s Day? Kirk and Jeff discuss what this might look like, …
EP 101: How to Flourish in a Fragmented World with Heath Hardesty
In a world of burnout, divided attention, digital overwhelm, and spiritual disconnection, many men have lost sight of the greater story they were meant to inhabit.
How the Cross Transforms a Man
A man can tell a lot about how valuable something is based on how much he’s willing to pay for it. I still remember standing at the glass counter of …
EP 100: The Devil’s Playbook for Your Health with Justin Roethlingshoefer
God desires to meet men in their struggles and their messes. Join us for a fascinating and wide-ranging conversation about how men can invite Him in and find healing and freedom as they do.
EP 99: When God Meets Us in Our Mess with Nathan Clarkson
God desires to meet men in their struggles and their messes. Join us for a fascinating and wide-ranging conversation about how men can invite Him in and find healing and freedom as they do.
Why Confession is So Crucial
Confession is not about earning forgiveness. Scripture is clear that forgiveness has already been fully and finally secured through the death of Jesus Christ. When we believed in Him, all …
Why Men Can’t DIY Their Spiritual Life
As a relatively new homeowner, I have recently discovered the necessity of DIY (“Doing It Yourself”). I mean, who can afford to pay a plumber anymore? From replacing light switches …
EP 98: What a Man “Should” Be with A.J. Swoboda
Whether through our upbringing, our theological beliefs, or our personal views on masculinity, we all bring preconceived ideas to the table of what a man “should” be.
EP 97: Breaking Free from Pornography with Sathiya Sam
Every Christian man knows pornography isn’t good for us—but do we really understand why? And even more importantly, do we know how to actually break free?
Stop Believing Your Best Years Are Behind You
A few years ago, I ran a series of races and felt pretty good about my performance, until I showed the results to a friend. He immediately noticed something I’d …
EP 96: The Fatherhood Plan Every Dad Needs with Jeff Hamilton
Raising your kids to be courageous, capable, and confident adults is one of the most important things a man can do, yet many feel ill-equipped or unsure of how to navigate the challenge of it all. We want to raise our kids in the way of Jesus, but struggle to figure out the “how.”
How Jesus Rebuilds a Divorced Man
Divorce has a way of hollowing a man out. Even if you saw it coming, even if papers were signed and boxes were packed slowly, the weight of it still …
Lessons in Romance from Jesus Himself
When it comes to romance, there is a profound mystery in Scripture. As Paul teaches on marriage in Ephesians 5:21-33, he discusses the relationship between a husband and wife, but …
Three Warning Lights Every Husband Should Pay Attention To
How impactful does a conversation have to be for you to remember it almost word for word more than twenty years later? For me, it happened one winter afternoon while …
When Married Sex Doesn’t Heal Sexual Struggles
You have probably heard that “sex is for marriage.” Most Christian men believe this. While biblical and well-intended, this message can also leave us ill-equipped with how to steward sexuality …
5 Crucial Ways You Can Be an Intentional Father
Most fathers want to be a good dad. You want to build a strong relationship with each of your children. You want your kids to grow up loving Jesus, leading well, living with integrity, and pursuing the passions and gifts the Lord has given them.
How to Love Your Wife Through the Rough Patches
The first 12 years of our marriage were happy, at least for me. But in year 12, I discovered my wife had been accumulating a list of hurts and resentments. …
How To Really Nail It as a Dad This Christmas
When I think about Christmas as a kid back in the 80s, I have a very specific and vivid memory of the year my brother and I got the original …
Leading Your Household Like Jesus
In my experience as a husband and dad, many situations have arisen that don’t always neatly or clearly fall into the “What does the Bible say?” category. Our inspired Bible …
Lessons in Love from the Song of Solomon
In the natural world, seasons come and go in a perpetual cycle. No man finds himself asking, “What if this year, things are different? What if this time, the winter …
Finding a Work/Life Balance
When we think about “work” and “life,” those two words are deeply relatable to most men. If you’re reading this, those words have probably already got you thinking about your …
5 Crucial Ways You Can Be an Intentional Father
Most fathers want to be a good dad. You want to build a strong relationship with each of your children. You want your kids to grow up loving Jesus, leading well, living with integrity, and pursuing the passions and gifts the Lord has given them.
How To Really Nail It as a Dad This Christmas
When I think about Christmas as a kid back in the 80s, I have a very specific and vivid memory of the year my brother and I got the original …
When Porn Becomes Sex Education
“Sex is dirty, gross, and shameful—save it for someone special.” That was one person’s response when asked to summarize the Christian sex education they received growing up. Others I interviewed …
What Happens When We Honor Our Fathers
A few years back, my wife and I were out for lunch with some friends. We were having a great time together, catching up on our lives, laughing a bit, …
Good Dads are Good Coaches
The drive from the game to the pizza shop was quiet. Liam, my 13-year-old son, and his rep basketball team had just won their second game in a row, but …
5 Tips for Teaching Your Kids the Bible
I hear from other dads all the time: “What are you doing to teach your kids the Bible?” Men know they are “supposed” to be sharing Scripture with their kids. …
Men, Do You Know Who You Are?
We often don’t realize our identity is rooted in something until it is pulled away from us. For example: What happens when an athlete is sidelined by injury? How does …
Learning to Be a Good Dad
As we begin, two things need to be said: First, perhaps like many dads, I feel woefully underqualified to write an article on this topic. This article’s original theme was …
Being a Dad in an UnChristian World | Impactus Young Man’s Podcast
Fatherhood is obviously one of the most significant callings in a man’s life. But in a world with many different voices and opinions vying for our kids’ attention, some of …
EP 67: Just Show Up with Drew Dyck
Have you ever felt stressed, burdened, or overwhelmed by all the things you have to do? Then along comes the Church, and our relationship with God, and we look at …
How Jesus Rebuilds a Divorced Man
Divorce has a way of hollowing a man out. Even if you saw it coming, even if papers were signed and boxes were packed slowly, the weight of it still …
Learning Lessons from Puma and Adidas
Are you Team Puma or Team Adidas? That might seem like a silly question, but for the people of Herzogenaurach, Germany, this was an existential query. In the mid-twentieth century, …
The Power of Inner Healing
Recently, my work took me throughout Europe, meeting with people from the vast expanse of peoples that make “the Continent” beautiful. I heard stories of regret from Czech friends who …
How Can a Man Forgive?
Forgiveness. It’s a word we hear almost daily within Christian circles. It is undoubtedly one of the foundational principles that form the bedrock of our faith and is something all …
Do You Have the Courage to Reconcile?
Jacob and Esau were twins. The fruit of the beautiful love story of Isaac and Rebekah, Jacob and Esau entered the world with a stark warning that a war was …
Asking for Forgiveness
There’s a line from an old movie that declares, “love means never having to say you’re sorry.” I’ve never seen that movie, so I don’t know the context for such …
Four Steps to Help You Forgive
We live in community. We are constantly connecting with people in various ways. And connection, relationships, open the door to the possibility of hurt feelings. We will do things, intentionally …
EP 43: Living Reconciled: Experience God’s Presence – P. Brian Noble
The great need of every human being is to be reconciled. In Matthew 5:23- 24, Jesus said, “if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that …
Want Revenge? Try This Instead
I grew up in the ’70s and early ’80s. As a foster kid, later adopted, I got beat up by my peers a lot. I still remember the fear. Being …
Overcoming Pornography with Forgiveness
And How to Forgive Properly Did you know that unforgiveness could be stopping you from overcoming pornography? I’ve worked with a lot of men over the years to help them …
5 Ways to Build Guy Friendships
I saw a social media post once that still makes me chuckle, which said: “Nobody talks about Jesus’ miracle of having 12 close guy friends in His 30’s.” When I …
The Other Side of Accountability
I was walking through a tall forest on Keats Island off the West Coast of Canada alongside my spiritual advisor, Dave. He had been assigned to me as part of …
To the Lonely Christian Man
Men are so hardwired and socially conditioned to portray strength and confidence that we often don’t know how to be vulnerable. We are told that we must be tough and …
The Great Male Friendship Recession
You’d think that strong relationships would be at an all-time high in an age where social connections are more available than ever. So why is it that close male friendships …
Small Groups That Change the World
Where would you begin if you wanted to start a movement that would change the world two thousand years later? You might think about your marketing campaign or how you …
Community – Living With Others
Some of the most popular songs we remember from our youth had one thing in common – great harmony. When a song has a sonically pleasant sound, with a combination …
Jesus – Friend of Sinners
Jesus seems to have had a knack (desire?) for going places, doing things, and connecting with people that others (mainly the religious crowd—although on occasion even his own disciples) didn’t think …
EP 52: The Thing Beneath the Thing. Dealing with Your Stuff to Live Strong and Courageous
As men, we often feel the desire to provide for our families, and sometimes that pressure can feel overwhelming. Culture tells us to hustle and gather things, but sometimes that comes into conflict with what God is calling us to.
Make Time for Friends
I set a goal a couple of years ago: to spend time regularly with my friends. I was inspired after an evening with my friends Ken and Jonathan. We sat …
Belong Together
Theme of the Week: Don’t Go through Life Alone Bible Verse: For by the grace given to me I say to everyone among you not to think of himself more …
3 Ways Fasting Transforms a Man
I am sitting in my house as I write this article on fasting. I live in one of the Canadian provinces where the winter months can get really cold. But …
Men Who Give Like Jesus Gave
He sat by the side of the road as he had done for as long as he could remember, wrapped in an old worn cloak to protect him from the …
Generosity – It’s Not About Stuff
A couple of years ago I was sitting at the exit of a Costco. A cab full of groceries in the truck and on the seat one of Costco’s rotisserie …
Jesus’ View of Giving: Is Your Wallet Saved?
Giving money is an important part of the Christian walk. One of my prior supervisors once said to me, “I remember the year I met Jesus. My wallet was saved …
Malawi, A Fridge and Psalm 23
Several years ago, I visited Malawi, Africa, on a mission exposure trip with a well-known Canadian charity. On one of our Sunday mornings, the team had the opportunity to visit …
Serve Small: How God Uses Small Acts to Make Big Impact
A Big World With Big Problems Our solar system is a big place – 93 million miles from one end to the other and eight planets, each with their unique …
Being Generous When You Don’t Have Much
When you take what you have—money, time, love—and you put it in the hands of God, it can’t help but multiply. Struggling to love? Feel like you don’t have much? …
An Antidote to Apathy
“Jesus, How Would You Like to Spend Me Today?” These days everyone and their dog wants you and me to give to their cause, show up to their event, share …
Tired of People Asking for Money?
Do you ever get tired of people/charities asking you for money? I do. And I work for one of those charities. I have been thinking a lot about both sides …
The Power of Your Presence
Your Life is More Than a Financial Contribution All around you there are incredible needs. In your community there are children growing up without a dad, in desperate need of …
How Jesus Rebuilds a Divorced Man
Divorce has a way of hollowing a man out. Even if you saw it coming, even if papers were signed and boxes were packed slowly, the weight of it still …
What Grieving Men Need Most (and Least)
For over 30 years, I was a pastor caring for people experiencing grief and loss. But it wasn’t until Nancy, my wife of 40 years, died that I truly discovered …
When Our Pain Affects Those We Love
Have you ever caught yourself snapping at your kids after a rough day at work? Or found yourself pulling back emotionally from your spouse because of a fight you had …
When You’ve Lost the Love of Your Life
It was the hardest day of my life. I knew it was coming, but nothing could’ve prepared me for it. Nancy and I had been happily married for almost 40 …
How Can a Man Recover From Divorce?
Divorce is one of the toughest challenges a Christian man can face in life. It is devastating for all parties involved. After the “bomb” is dropped, it can feel like …
Sitting with Suffering
There’s nothing like sitting with a friend over a great cup of coffee. But what if that friend was named “Suffering”? (I think I’d have my coffee to go, thank …
Transformation Amid Grief
The Winter of 2023 marks ten years since the suicide of my friend Greg. His death had the emotional impact of a blow to the chest; Greg’s death left me …
EP 63: Ordinary Men Can Leave Extraordinary Legacies with Stephanie Morales-Beaulieu
Have you ever had someone constant in your life pass away? Have you ever wondered how you might continue on when you lose someone so close to you? Stephanie shares …
EP 59: Grieving, Believing and Lingering with Matt Tapley
We have been blessed to have completed four conferences in Ottawa, Cambridge, Edmonton, and Winnipeg, where we ministered to over 2,500 men. We had some amazing speakers at these conferences, …
The Key to Escape Despair
What do you do when you imagine your future and see nothing but darkness? This is a problem that more and more people face in our age of fear and …
Defining Success in Ministry to Men
How would you define success in your ministry to men? As a leader, you need to answer this question. We live in a hectic world, and you do not want …
4 Things To Think About If You Want to Engage Non-Christian Men Through Your Men’s Ministry.
What do you think of when you think of Men’s Ministry? It’s usually a bunch of Christian guys in a church basement or coffee shop having a Bible study or …
How to Build More Leaders
Have you ever said to yourself – “If only we had more leaders, we could (fill in the blank)”? Have you wondered why more men are not involved in leadership …
I Have a Heart for Ministry to Men, Where Can I Start?
Welcome to our Leadership Tip where we discuss some of the most pressing issues you will face as a leader of men in your church and community. This conversation with …
5 Things To Consider When Starting or Re-Launching Your Men’s Ministry
Starting a men’s ministry? Thinking about re-launching in the fall? In my work with churches across the nation, I’ve encountered many men’s ministries that are either non-existent or ineffective. I …
Rebuilding Your Men’s Ministry Post-COVID
Men’s ministry in the local church has never been easy, and it is about to become even more difficult. Even the most committed local church has had challenges with their …
How to Prevent the Start-Stop of Ministry to Men
The one consistent reality for most local churches is that ministry to men is very inconsistent. It usually gets started because one man, sometimes two, become very passionate about the …
Building a Men’s Ministry Plan During a Pandemic
If you drive down the street in most cities, it feels like life is getting back to normal when you see the number of people out shopping and exploring. But …
How Virtual Will Impact Your Men’s Ministry
COVID-19 has changed how we do life, even if it feels like life is returning to some type of “normal.” For most churches, men’s ministry has come to an end …
Are You Sure Your Men Will Return to Church?
COVID-19 has changed how we do life, even if it feels like life is returning to some type of “normal.” Think about how we would have felt in February if …
How to Love Your Wife Through the Rough Patches
The first 12 years of our marriage were happy, at least for me. But in year 12, I discovered my wife had been accumulating a list of hurts and resentments. …
The Power of Praying With Your Wife
When I used to hear someone say, “You should pray with your wife,” the first thing that came to mind was a doctor’s appointment I once had. In response to …
EP 71: Hope-Filled Marriage with Neil and Sharol Josephson
If you were to rate the health of your marriage or family today, how would you score? 10/10, living in bliss? 5/10, with some challenges and struggles? Lower? Marriages and …
When Men Are Single Again
John Piper wrote a book called This Momentary Marriage. It’s a good title, but I hate it. “Romance, sex, and childbearing are temporary gifts of God,” he writes. “They are …
3 Steps to Great Sex in Your Marriage
So, you want to have great sex in your marriage? Fortunately, God wants that, too. But what even is “great sex”? And how do we get it? Is it wild …
EP 67: Just Show Up with Drew Dyck
Have you ever felt stressed, burdened, or overwhelmed by all the things you have to do? Then along comes the Church, and our relationship with God, and we look at …
EP 66: The Great Sex Rescue with Sheila Wray and Keith Gregoire
Disclaimer: This conversation frankly discusses sensitive topics relating to sex and marriage that may not be age-appropriate for younger viewers/listeners. In this month’s podcast, Dean sits down for a conversation …
Asking for Forgiveness
There’s a line from an old movie that declares, “love means never having to say you’re sorry.” I’ve never seen that movie, so I don’t know the context for such …
Strengthening Your Marriage – 3 Tips to Being a Spiritual Leader in Your Home
One of the big errors married men can make is to adopt a fatalistic, almost nihilistic, view of marriage. When Christian men quit trying to be better husbands and spiritual leaders, it begins a chain reaction that affects the entire family. Good marriages must be maintained; they take work. It’s simply too easy to get comfortable in a marriage relationship and eventually take it for granted. Just like muscles atrophy with age, marriages too can get weak over time unless they are strengthened on purpose.
EP 58: Breaking Our Brokenness with Jean-Paul Beran
Have you ever wondered if you can break free of your past and fulfilled. Our guest is Jean-Paul Beran president of Focus on the Family Canada
How the Cross Transforms a Man
A man can tell a lot about how valuable something is based on how much he’s willing to pay for it. I still remember standing at the glass counter of …
Why Men Need “Meeting Places” with God
Men are such interesting creatures. We derive so much deep satisfaction from getting things done. We thrive when we feel useful, and we often measure fulfillment by what we have …
Stop Believing Your Best Years Are Behind You
A few years ago, I ran a series of races and felt pretty good about my performance, until I showed the results to a friend. He immediately noticed something I’d …
Lessons for a Middle-Aged Man
This morning, on my way to the office, it hit me like a bolt of lightning striking the base of a tree during a storm: I am a year and …
EP 72: From Orphans to Sons to Mission with Thanh Campbell
How could a two-year-old orphan boy, taken out of his country by mistake in 1975 from halfway around the world, now impact the world as a grown man in 2024? …
To the Lonely Christian Man
Men are so hardwired and socially conditioned to portray strength and confidence that we often don’t know how to be vulnerable. We are told that we must be tough and …
Playing with Fire – Leaving a Legacy
Among God’s glorious obsessions (and there are several), “generations” rank near the top. He cares about human history—our ancestors, our sons and daughters, and their sons and daughters, and on …
Our True Identity – Finding Our Identity in Christ
Embracing Your Core Identity Unsettled. A church a couple of hours away invited me to speak, but panic began to set in as I pulled up: the parking lot was …
Are Young Men Abandoning Their Faith?
On this first episode of the Impactus Young Man’s Podcast we discuss the future of Christian masculinity, why there is hope and how we can find it.
EP 53: Real Men for a Real World.
As men, we often feel the desire to provide for our families, and sometimes that pressure can feel overwhelming. Culture tells us to hustle and gather things, but sometimes that comes into conflict with what God is calling us to.
10 Easy Questions to Spark a Spiritual Conversation
Spiritual conversations don’t have to be awkward—and they can happen more often than you think. For a lot of men, the idea of a “spiritual conversation” feels uncomfortable. Not because …
How to Choose What to Teach Your Men
One of the most critical and difficult decisions you will make as a leader is what you are going to teach the men you are leading. It’s a critical decision …
5 Ways to Call Out the Potential in Any Man
Most men don’t need another sermon telling them what they’re doing wrong. They don’t need to be reminded of where they’ve failed, what they should be doing better, or why …
What Your Calendar Says About Your Leadership
Finding a “healthy work-life balance” is a myth for leaders. Leadership responsibilities do not have a start or end time; as long as you are leading, you are always “on.” …
When Leading Men’s Ministry Feels Heavy
If you’ve been involved in leading a men’s ministry for any length of time, you already know this: Ministry rarely moves in a straight line. There are seasons where things …
Why I Hope Your Men’s Ministry Has More Conflict
I hope you have conflict in your ministry to men. Got your attention yet? As a fan of the Buffalo Bills, it pains me to say that one of the …
What to Do When the Guys Just Aren’t With You
Every men’s ministry leader eventually hits this moment—the event is planned, the vision is solid in your heart, the passion is there… and then you look around and realize you’re …
What Are You Asking of Your Men?
When men come to your men’s ministry events or Bible studies, what would they say is the primary expectation placed on them? If their answer focuses on showing up for …
How to Shape Men’s Ministry for the Next Generation
There’s a quiet crisis unfolding in many churches today. Men’s ministry, once a cornerstone of discipleship and community, is struggling to capture the hearts of younger men. The breakfasts are …
How Does a Leader “Read the Room?”
In 2022, hopes were high for the Toronto Blue Jays as they entered the playoffs with a young core of players who seemed destined for great things. Things did not …
How the Cross Transforms a Man
A man can tell a lot about how valuable something is based on how much he’s willing to pay for it. I still remember standing at the glass counter of …
Why Men Need “Meeting Places” with God
Men are such interesting creatures. We derive so much deep satisfaction from getting things done. We thrive when we feel useful, and we often measure fulfillment by what we have …
Is “Traditional Masculinity” Why So Many Men Are Lonely?
In my research on the topic of loneliness among men, I came across the story of a woman who moved from making racy content on OnlyFans to making six times …
How Jesus Rebuilds a Divorced Man
Divorce has a way of hollowing a man out. Even if you saw it coming, even if papers were signed and boxes were packed slowly, the weight of it still …
Lessons in Romance from Jesus Himself
When it comes to romance, there is a profound mystery in Scripture. As Paul teaches on marriage in Ephesians 5:21-33, he discusses the relationship between a husband and wife, but …
Stop Believing Your Best Years Are Behind You
A few years ago, I ran a series of races and felt pretty good about my performance, until I showed the results to a friend. He immediately noticed something I’d …
When Married Sex Doesn’t Heal Sexual Struggles
You have probably heard that “sex is for marriage.” Most Christian men believe this. While biblical and well-intended, this message can also leave us ill-equipped with how to steward sexuality …
2026: The Mindset Shift That Will Change a Man’s Year
Ah, the New Year is finally ringing at our door. If you’re reading this, you may be in the same place as many men around this season. You are reflecting, …
Lessons From the Nativity That Every Man Needs
My wife and I were at the hospital, awaiting the arrival of our first child. Suddenly, everything changed. The steady beeps of the monitors erupted into frantic alarms; the baby’s vitals had dropped dangerously. Nurses …
Finding the Unshakeable Hope of Christmas
“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned…” (Isaiah 9:2) Christmas is a season often …
You Are What You Eat?
“You are what you eat!” You’ve probably heard this phrase before, and for good reason. Ever wonder, “If I ate enough carrots, would my skin change orange?” Well, it is …
When Our Feelings Don’t Make Sense
Imagine it’s 2009, and you are movie star Christian Bale (I know, this event was a long time ago, but work with me). You’re in the middle of filming a …
How Distractions Rob Us
When it comes to physical fitness, do you find it challenging to stay focused? Do you often find yourself too distracted, or trying various programs but are unable to follow …
Questions Men Should Ask When Investing Money
What do you do when you receive mail or messages about your financial investments? Many of us might tear open the envelope to see whether our investments have made money …
Getting Better One Step at a Time
Habit: “A settled tendency or usual manner of behavior.” – Merriam Webster’s Dictionary. We’ve all got them. Some good. Some bad. And there’s probably one or two we wish we …
Generosity – It’s Not About Stuff
A couple of years ago I was sitting at the exit of a Costco. A cab full of groceries in the truck and on the seat one of Costco’s rotisserie …
How Jesus Treated Women
Jesus was plenty controversial. We could spend this entire article talking about the ways He was controversial. He got hackles up through what He said (reinterpreting Jewish Law for example—see …
Playing Second Fiddle
Asked which instrument was the most difficult to play, famous conductor Leonard Bernstein thought for a moment and replied, “The second fiddle. I can get plenty of first violinists, but …
How to Eat Healthy over the Easter Holidays
Maintaining a healthy diet over the Easter Season can be very challenging. The holidays offer so many amazing dishes and baking which can prove to be a detriment to your …
Do Nice Guys Finish Last?
Last month I had to fix my kitchen faucet because it was no longer doing its job. I am the first to say I’m not a handyman, and more so when it comes …
How Jesus Rebuilds a Divorced Man
Divorce has a way of hollowing a man out. Even if you saw it coming, even if papers were signed and boxes were packed slowly, the weight of it still …
Lessons in Romance from Jesus Himself
When it comes to romance, there is a profound mystery in Scripture. As Paul teaches on marriage in Ephesians 5:21-33, he discusses the relationship between a husband and wife, but …
Three Warning Lights Every Husband Should Pay Attention To
How impactful does a conversation have to be for you to remember it almost word for word more than twenty years later? For me, it happened one winter afternoon while …
When Married Sex Doesn’t Heal Sexual Struggles
You have probably heard that “sex is for marriage.” Most Christian men believe this. While biblical and well-intended, this message can also leave us ill-equipped with how to steward sexuality …
How to Love Your Wife Through the Rough Patches
The first 12 years of our marriage were happy, at least for me. But in year 12, I discovered my wife had been accumulating a list of hurts and resentments. …
Lessons in Love from the Song of Solomon
In the natural world, seasons come and go in a perpetual cycle. No man finds himself asking, “What if this year, things are different? What if this time, the winter …
When You’ve Lost the Love of Your Life
It was the hardest day of my life. I knew it was coming, but nothing could’ve prepared me for it. Nancy and I had been happily married for almost 40 …
6 Biblical Steps to a Better Marriage
We know the Lord desires us to have healthy marriages. But how? No man goes into marriage to just “survive.” Many men simply don’t know how to cultivate a healthy …
What is Love?
Upon seeing this article title, no doubt a number of men instantly heard this 90s classic in their heads—a fairly shallow and light exploration of love, to say the least—but …
The Power of Praying With Your Wife
When I used to hear someone say, “You should pray with your wife,” the first thing that came to mind was a doctor’s appointment I once had. In response to …
Is “Traditional Masculinity” Why So Many Men Are Lonely?
In my research on the topic of loneliness among men, I came across the story of a woman who moved from making racy content on OnlyFans to making six times …
2026: The Mindset Shift That Will Change a Man’s Year
Ah, the New Year is finally ringing at our door. If you’re reading this, you may be in the same place as many men around this season. You are reflecting, …
Lessons From the Nativity That Every Man Needs
My wife and I were at the hospital, awaiting the arrival of our first child. Suddenly, everything changed. The steady beeps of the monitors erupted into frantic alarms; the baby’s vitals had dropped dangerously. Nurses …
When a Brother is Struggling
In one of the more vivid scenes in the Old Testament, Israel is fighting for its survival in a vicious battle with the Amalekites (Exodus 17:8-13). Joshua leads the soldiers …
As Men’s Bodies Get Older
The changes as men get older! When you think of “change” as it relates to your aging, what are the things that come to mind? For some, change can be …
Ten of Our Favorite Books For Men & Men’s Ministry Leaders
If you’re looking for a good book on what it means to be a godly man, how do you find it? Or what if you’re trying to find a tool …
For the Single Man
Yes, single brothers, this message is for you. Whether you haven’t married or are single again, this article is dedicated to you. Rest assured, we have not overlooked you or …
3 Ways Weakness is a Gift
In 2 Corinthians 12:10, the Apostle Paul wrote one of the most counter-intuitive sentences ever: “So I take pleasure in weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and in difficulties, for the sake …
Why a Man’s Body Matters
A struggling pastor once reached out to his mentor during a difficult season of ministry. Much had changed since they had last seen each other some years ago. The pastor’s …
What Does it Mean to Act Like Men?
One of the most difficult questions for our culture to answer is also one of the most fundamental: What does it mean to be a man as opposed to a …
10 Easy Questions to Spark a Spiritual Conversation
Spiritual conversations don’t have to be awkward—and they can happen more often than you think. For a lot of men, the idea of a “spiritual conversation” feels uncomfortable. Not because …
How to Choose What to Teach Your Men
One of the most critical and difficult decisions you will make as a leader is what you are going to teach the men you are leading. It’s a critical decision …
5 Ways to Call Out the Potential in Any Man
Most men don’t need another sermon telling them what they’re doing wrong. They don’t need to be reminded of where they’ve failed, what they should be doing better, or why …
What Your Calendar Says About Your Leadership
Finding a “healthy work-life balance” is a myth for leaders. Leadership responsibilities do not have a start or end time; as long as you are leading, you are always “on.” …
When Leading Men’s Ministry Feels Heavy
If you’ve been involved in leading a men’s ministry for any length of time, you already know this: Ministry rarely moves in a straight line. There are seasons where things …
Why I Hope Your Men’s Ministry Has More Conflict
I hope you have conflict in your ministry to men. Got your attention yet? As a fan of the Buffalo Bills, it pains me to say that one of the …
What to Do When the Guys Just Aren’t With You
Every men’s ministry leader eventually hits this moment—the event is planned, the vision is solid in your heart, the passion is there… and then you look around and realize you’re …
What Are You Asking of Your Men?
When men come to your men’s ministry events or Bible studies, what would they say is the primary expectation placed on them? If their answer focuses on showing up for …
How to Shape Men’s Ministry for the Next Generation
There’s a quiet crisis unfolding in many churches today. Men’s ministry, once a cornerstone of discipleship and community, is struggling to capture the hearts of younger men. The breakfasts are …
How Does a Leader “Read the Room?”
In 2022, hopes were high for the Toronto Blue Jays as they entered the playoffs with a young core of players who seemed destined for great things. Things did not …
Finding the Unshakeable Hope of Christmas
“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned…” (Isaiah 9:2) Christmas is a season often …
How Hope Can Destroy Your Anxiety
I look over at the clock on my nightstand, and it’s 5 in the morning. I had just woken up in a pool of sweat. Immediately, I began to think …
6 Ways to Strengthen a Man’s Mental Health
“Five times I received at the hands of the Jews the forty lashes less one. Three times I was beaten with rods. Once I was stoned. Three times I was shipwrecked; a night and a …
The Men’s Playbook for Beating Depression
“Depression” can be a scary word for men. As Christian men, the word is often even more loaded. For many, it’s controversial, confusing, embarrassing, and sometimes even downright shameful. If …
Linking Physical and Mental Health
What comes to mind when you think of “physical fitness?” Is it lifting weights, running, swimming, bike riding, or playing sports? The reality is there are endless ways to achieve …
Men: It Isn’t Weak to Ask for Help | Impactus Young Man’s Podcast
In this episode of the Impactus Young Man’s Podcast, Jordan talks with therapist Nick Dookerhan about the importance of mental health for men. They tackle the pressures men face to …
You Are What You Eat?
“You are what you eat!” You’ve probably heard this phrase before, and for good reason. Ever wonder, “If I ate enough carrots, would my skin change orange?” Well, it is …
EP 61: How the Church Can Support Those with Mental Illness with Daniel Whitehead
Have you ever struggled with your mental wellness or know of someone who has? Mental health in Canada is a huge concern. Some would say a crisis. Men in Canada are less likely to seek or receive mental healthcare than women and more likely to die by suicide. Suicide rates are 3x higher in men than in women, with men between the ages of 35-59 being the most vulnerable.
EP 58: Breaking Our Brokenness with Jean-Paul Beran
Have you ever wondered if you can break free of your past and fulfilled. Our guest is Jean-Paul Beran president of Focus on the Family Canada
Hope for Mental Health
5 Habits of Spiritually Healthy (and Happy) People There are many factors to consider in any discussion of mental health but one of those factors has to do with the …
EP 81: The Good News for Guys with Jason Persaud
Despite the rise of people identifying as “non-religious” in Canada and the growing trends of secularism in our post-Christian culture, there is good news on the horizon. Join us as we chat with Jason Persaud, the National Director of Church Experience for Alpha Canada. Jason and Dean discuss the ongoing challenges of evangelism for men and the great reason for hope in these exciting days as God opens doors for the Gospel to be shared in our communities!
Becoming Men Who Bless the Community
Imagine the year 570 B.C. The world conquest map was changing, and the Babylonians were at the height of their powers. The Israelites had been taken into captivity by Babylon’s …
The Coming of the Spirit
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the …
Family – Living on Mission Together
How can we energize our families to engage in the mission of making disciples? I’ll begin with a confession: I’m not very good at this. Personal evangelism isn’t my strong …
EP 47 – Persecution, Prayer, and Playing our Part with Gary Stagg & Andrew Croft
Did you know that 1 in 7 Christians worldwide face persecution? The word “persecution” has become more common in segments of the Western Christian church, especially through the difficult months of …
Four Qualities of a Christ-Centered Business(and what a Christ-Centered Business is not)
Should businesses be “Christ-centered”? Or, is that calling reserved for your local church? Most Christian business professionals are employed within “Babylonian” organizational cultures. Unlike Daniel, Shadrach, Meshech, and Abednego, these …
EP 31: Making a Difference in Your Community – Dr. Michael Bayer
“We need to get out of our comfort zone if we want to see God at work”. Deep down, godly men want to make a difference and live a life …
The Priorities and Practices of Christian Leaders
What do Christian managers do on Monday morning? Here is an article from a study done by Regent University, There is some information available about what Christian managers actually do, …
A Voice for the Voiceless
Theme of the Week: Faith and Hope in Action Bible Verse: I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, …
Earning the Trust of Others by Loving Like Jesus
During the turbulent pandemic year of 2020, war erupted between Azerbaijan and Armenia in the landlocked South Caucasus region of Nagorno-Karabakh. A historically disputed area, the new conflict was the …
Men Who Give Like Jesus Gave
He sat by the side of the road as he had done for as long as he could remember, wrapped in an old worn cloak to protect him from the …
Being a Man Who Manages God’s Wealth
The first car I bought after our first child was born was a mistake. Before the baby came, we had a small sports car with a tiny backseat. I loved …
In a World Full of Gambling
Gentlemen, start your engines… As I write this, the Toronto Indy has just happened. Did you bet on who would win? Did you bet on who would start on the …
How Can a Man Tackle Debt?
“The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender.” Proverbs 22:7 It is a brand new year, and men everywhere have stuck to tradition and …
Sports Betting: What Does the Bible Actually Say? (Part 3 of 4)
This article is the 3rd of a 4-part series on this topic. Check out the first 2 articles: “Sports Betting: What’s Going On?” and “Sports Betting: How Big a Deal …
Questions Men Should Ask When Investing Money
What do you do when you receive mail or messages about your financial investments? Many of us might tear open the envelope to see whether our investments have made money …
(Re)defining Success @ Work
Success. Pretty easy to define, right? Especially when it comes to success at work. Climbing the corporate ladder with the attendant healthy paycheck seems to be the standard measurement. And …
EP 54: Biblical Stewardship
As men, we often feel the desire to provide for our families, and sometimes that pressure can feel overwhelming. Culture tells us to hustle and gather things, but sometimes that comes into conflict with what God is calling us to.
The Fear of Not Having Enough
Years ago, Christina, my wife, and I were both working as youth pastors and in seminary at the same time. I was studying theology and she was studying counselling. And …
EP 41: Top Ten Tips For New Dads, From New Dads – Young Men Edition
As men, we often feel the desire to provide for our families, and sometimes that pressure can feel overwhelming. Culture tells us to hustle and gather things, but sometimes that comes into conflict with what God is calling us to.
EP 55: The Chosen – A Conversation with Thaddeus (Giavani Cairo)
The Chosen is the first-ever multi-season series about the life of Christ written by Dallas Jenkins. This show has captured the imaginations.
Top Gun: Maverick – “A Good Father’s Love is Unconditional.”
A sequel coming to theatres 30 years late doesn’t deserve to be this good. Yet, all the pitfalls of a traditional studio cash grab on a successful IP are surprisingly absent …
Playing God in Jurassic World Dominion
Science fiction has always been an outlet for our subconscious (and conscious) fears and anxieties. We can wrestle with difficult topics like morality, human nature, death, and religion when they’re …
Music Review: For KING & COUNTRY
While some could criticize mainstream Christian music as being “too safe” and unwilling to address the uglier sides of life, the Smallbone brothers Joel and Luke of For KING & …
Music Review: Skillet – Dominion
Skillet has done the impossible; they’ve stayed together and continued to release amazing Christian rock albums for close to 30 years. Amazingly, they’ve maintained a consistent sound while still evolving …
Music Review: Order, Disorder, Reorder by Jason Gray
Jason Gray has shared the stage with almost every major contemporary Christian music star from Jeremy Camp and Big Daddy Weave to The Afters and Mark Schultz. It could be …
Movie Review: Encanto
Encanto is a colourful, heart-breaking animated musical that reminds us good things can come from tragedy. With the help of towering composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Colombian spirit comes alive with …
Movie Review: Dune
On October 22nd, 2021 the movie, Dune: Part 1 was released and was a huge hit bringing in $41 Million Dollars in it’s opening weekend. Some viewers saw obvious ties …
Music Review: New Creation by Third Day
Overall, New Creation is an album for the modern Christian man; sensitive but strong, not afraid to rock out, or dig a delicate ballad. Some albums are released at such a …
Movie Review: The Tomorrow War
Sins of the Father *Contains spoilers* While a little uneven in tone, Chris Pratt’s new action vehicle, The Tomorrow War (streaming on Amazon Prime), is an exciting science fiction diversion …
EP 101: How to Flourish in a Fragmented World with Heath Hardesty
In a world of burnout, divided attention, digital overwhelm, and spiritual disconnection, many men have lost sight of the greater story they were meant to inhabit.
EP 100: The Devil’s Playbook for Your Health with Justin Roethlingshoefer
God desires to meet men in their struggles and their messes. Join us for a fascinating and wide-ranging conversation about how men can invite Him in and find healing and freedom as they do.
EP 99: When God Meets Us in Our Mess with Nathan Clarkson
God desires to meet men in their struggles and their messes. Join us for a fascinating and wide-ranging conversation about how men can invite Him in and find healing and freedom as they do.
EP 98: What a Man “Should” Be with A.J. Swoboda
Whether through our upbringing, our theological beliefs, or our personal views on masculinity, we all bring preconceived ideas to the table of what a man “should” be.
EP 97: Breaking Free from Pornography with Sathiya Sam
Every Christian man knows pornography isn’t good for us—but do we really understand why? And even more importantly, do we know how to actually break free?
EP 96: The Fatherhood Plan Every Dad Needs with Jeff Hamilton
Raising your kids to be courageous, capable, and confident adults is one of the most important things a man can do, yet many feel ill-equipped or unsure of how to navigate the challenge of it all. We want to raise our kids in the way of Jesus, but struggle to figure out the “how.”
EP 95: 2026 – Becoming the Man You Want to Be
In this special New Year’s conversation, Dean, Jordan, and Chris sit down together to reflect on the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026 as we kick off a new year together! The men discuss the powerful significance of New Year’s traditions, resolutions, and personal growth. They grapple with the challenges of striving to be better men, explore why so many try New Year’s resolutions that fail, discuss the importance of spiritual formation in creating lasting change, and talk about how accountability and community can help us grow, with the concept of a “Rule of Life” serving as a guide for men looking for intentional living in the way of Jesus.
EP 94: A Different Kind of Christmas with Rich Villodas
It’s Christmastime again—and somehow life feels louder, faster, and crazier than ever. The shopping lists. The pressure. The hurry. The sense that this season we’re supposed to savor just keeps flying by. Every December, we celebrate the most important birth in the history of Creation…yet so often we blink, and suddenly it’s January.
EP 93: When Men Have Doubts with Nicholas McDonald
For years, there has been a mass exodus of believers leaving the Church, particularly amongst young people. Although there are hopeful signs that this trend is shifting, it remains a significant challenge for the North American Church, as a generation grapples with important questions about faith, church, and culture.
EP 92: The Relationship Rocket Formula with Todd Petkau
With all the challenges facing marriages in our current cultural moment, what can a man do to help his marriage thrive? In this episode of the Impactus Podcast, pastor and author Todd Petkau shares insights from The Relationship Rocket Formula, a new book he wrote with his wife.
When Porn Becomes Sex Education
“Sex is dirty, gross, and shameful—save it for someone special.” That was one person’s response when asked to summarize the Christian sex education they received growing up. Others I interviewed …
Getting Free From Our Sexual Pasts
Our experiences have a profound effect on the way we live our lives. When it comes to our sexual pasts, these experiences can lead to us picking up beliefs that …
3 Keys to Overcoming Lust
What does it mean to “overcome?” While we’re at it, what does it mean to be overcome? We can be overcome with emotion, which means we are overwhelmed by our …
Learning From Our Sexual Sin
“Cliner, what were you doing?! Get it hard off the boards and out!!” I was playing junior hockey for the Red Deer Rebels. Our coach, Brent Sutter (of the legendary …
When Self-Control is Not Enough
“I have an addictive personality.” I used to say that about myself all the time. After all, the evidence was there. I had been addicted to pornography for 15 years, …
Three Reasons We Need To Talk About Porn In The Church
The level of devastation depends on who you ask. Covenant Eyes will tell you the number is 64%. Pure Desire Ministries says 68%. Either way, it’s devastating. This is the …
Quitting Porn for Good – Impactus Young Man’s Podcast Episode 2
On this episode, Jordan chats with Sathiya Sam. He is a world-renowned coach, international speaker, and author, who specializes in helping men overcome porn addiction. They discuss the current cultural moment surrounding porn, common obstacles to getting clean, and some key practices for men who are serious about sobriety.
EP 52: The Thing Beneath the Thing. Dealing with Your Stuff to Live Strong and Courageous
As men, we often feel the desire to provide for our families, and sometimes that pressure can feel overwhelming. Culture tells us to hustle and gather things, but sometimes that comes into conflict with what God is calling us to.
Overcoming Sexual Sin
In my last post in this series, I talked about why men commit sexual sin. Today, I want to follow up those thoughts by exploring the question of whether it …
No Trace of Sexual Immorality
We group a few of us to take a 30-day purity challenge. For 30 days, pay attention to how we view the opposite sex. One guy, though, resisted. “Honestly, I …
When a Brother is Struggling
In one of the more vivid scenes in the Old Testament, Israel is fighting for its survival in a vicious battle with the Amalekites (Exodus 17:8-13). Joshua leads the soldiers …
Jesus’ Master Strategy for Success
The sun crested the eastern horizon, setting the clouds aflame with magnificent shades of tangerine and citron. A warm breeze blew off the western sea, promising a hot day to …
Political Prayers in a Polarized Era
We are living through a time of deep political division and hyperpolarization. From vulgar bumper stickers and crude political signs at rallies to social media filled with insults and venom, …
The Power of Praying With Your Wife
When I used to hear someone say, “You should pray with your wife,” the first thing that came to mind was a doctor’s appointment I once had. In response to …
Hungry for Hunger
He leaned back against the tree to enjoy the only shade within a thousand feet. It had been over five weeks since he had been out in the sun, surviving …
EP 68: How to Resurrect a Dead Prayer Life with Dr. Bill Thrasher
If you were to rate your prayer life today on a scale of 1-10…how would you rate yourself? Of course, there is no easy rating scale for our relationship with …
The 5 Habits of a Spiritually Growing Man
How do we grow as godly men? Over the past few years, I’ve become convinced that we go through building godly habits. David Mathis is right: “Your perseverance, under God, …
Prayer All The Time
Theme of the Week: Prayer Bible Verse: Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 …
The Prayer of Surrender
Theme of the Week: Prayer Bible Verse: Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in …
The Prayer of Confession
Theme of the Week: Prayer Bible Verse: If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 …
2026: The Mindset Shift That Will Change a Man’s Year
Ah, the New Year is finally ringing at our door. If you’re reading this, you may be in the same place as many men around this season. You are reflecting, …
Lessons for a Middle-Aged Man
This morning, on my way to the office, it hit me like a bolt of lightning striking the base of a tree during a storm: I am a year and …
EP 70: Football and Faith with Michigan Wolverines’ Robby Emery
If you’re a football fan, you’re going to love this conversation, and if you’re not a football fan, you’re still going to love this conversation! On January 8, the 15-0 …
EP 69: Live Your Assignment with Phil Wagler
Are you a man who lives your life with a sense of purpose and intentionality? We’ve heard it said that God “calls” people like pastors, teachers, and missionaries into ministry, …
God’s Goodness Is Not a Lottery
“When Jesus saw him lying there and learned that he had been in this condition for a long time, he asked him, “Do you want to get well?” “Sir,” the …
Playing with Fire – Leaving a Legacy
Among God’s glorious obsessions (and there are several), “generations” rank near the top. He cares about human history—our ancestors, our sons and daughters, and their sons and daughters, and on …
How to Have Your Best Year Spiritually
Why do we approach new years the same way every year? We’re bold. We make goals, we dream big dreams, we wake up at 6AM, we start that new hobby. …
EP 55: The Chosen – A Conversation with Thaddeus (Giavani Cairo)
The Chosen is the first-ever multi-season series about the life of Christ written by Dallas Jenkins. This show has captured the imaginations.
Playing Second Fiddle
Asked which instrument was the most difficult to play, famous conductor Leonard Bernstein thought for a moment and replied, “The second fiddle. I can get plenty of first violinists, but …
Dig it Again
This is just about the time of year that many guys gloriously fail on their New Year’s Resolutions. So what? Just re-dig.
When Married Sex Doesn’t Heal Sexual Struggles
You have probably heard that “sex is for marriage.” Most Christian men believe this. While biblical and well-intended, this message can also leave us ill-equipped with how to steward sexuality …
Getting Free From Our Sexual Pasts
Our experiences have a profound effect on the way we live our lives. When it comes to our sexual pasts, these experiences can lead to us picking up beliefs that …
3 Keys to Overcoming Lust
What does it mean to “overcome?” While we’re at it, what does it mean to be overcome? We can be overcome with emotion, which means we are overwhelmed by our …
How Our Beliefs Affect Our Sexual Brokenness
Have you ever been so embroiled in a battle against your own sexual sin that the words of Scripture just don’t seem to stick? John 8:31-32 says: “If you abide …
Learning From Our Sexual Sin
“Cliner, what were you doing?! Get it hard off the boards and out!!” I was playing junior hockey for the Red Deer Rebels. Our coach, Brent Sutter (of the legendary …
3 Steps to Great Sex in Your Marriage
So, you want to have great sex in your marriage? Fortunately, God wants that, too. But what even is “great sex”? And how do we get it? Is it wild …
EP 66: The Great Sex Rescue with Sheila Wray and Keith Gregoire
Disclaimer: This conversation frankly discusses sensitive topics relating to sex and marriage that may not be age-appropriate for younger viewers/listeners. In this month’s podcast, Dean sits down for a conversation …
Why Wait For Marriage To Have Sex
Why do we encourage people to wait until they are married to have a sexual relationship? Join Sathiya Sam for a candid discussion about the wisdom of waiting. The health …
EP 52: The Thing Beneath the Thing. Dealing with Your Stuff to Live Strong and Courageous
As men, we often feel the desire to provide for our families, and sometimes that pressure can feel overwhelming. Culture tells us to hustle and gather things, but sometimes that comes into conflict with what God is calling us to.
Overcoming Sexual Sin
In my last post in this series, I talked about why men commit sexual sin. Today, I want to follow up those thoughts by exploring the question of whether it …
Should Christian Men “Flip Tables”?
Many years ago, I saw a painting of Christ cleansing the Temple from the merchants and moneylenders. Jesus was standing on the Temple steps, with a menagerie of animals around …
Will the Good Men Please Stand Up?
A famous quote attributed to Edmund Burke says, “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” We see a lot of evil …
The Dangers of Christian Outrage Culture
Do you guys remember that time the 2024 Summer Olympics opening ceremony had a scene where a group of drag queens supposedly reenacted Da Vinci’s The Last Supper painting? As …
Sports Betting: What Does the Bible Actually Say? (Part 3 of 4)
This article is the 3rd of a 4-part series on this topic. Check out the first 2 articles: “Sports Betting: What’s Going On?” and “Sports Betting: How Big a Deal …
Sports Betting: How Big a Deal Is This? (Part 2 of 4)
This article is the 2nd of a 4-part series on this topic. Check out the first article “Sports Betting: What’s Going On?“ Is it just me, or can we not …
Made In God’s Image
Theme of the Week: Real Men Love, Cherish and Value All Women Bible Verse: “So God created man in his own image; he created him in the image of God; …
EP 28: A Window Into Indigenous Ministry – Dan Collado
On September 30th, the country of Canada observed “National Truth & Reconciliation Day” for the first time in solidarity with our First Nations communities. This day, though only one small …
A Somber Summer
Be Part of the Healing Process by Listening Well Canada Day was very different this year. In Regina, Saskatchewan, it was a beautiful, hot sunny day, yet the mood was …
215 Children: The Ongoing Ministry of Reconciliation
In Rescuing the Gospel from the Cowboys, Richard Twiss writes, For us First Nations people, following Creator-Jesus within our Indigenous cultural ways without submitting to the hegemonic cultural assumptions of …
Together, Let’s Make The World Less Uncomfortable
“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” (Revelation …
EP 101: How to Flourish in a Fragmented World with Heath Hardesty
In a world of burnout, divided attention, digital overwhelm, and spiritual disconnection, many men have lost sight of the greater story they were meant to inhabit.
How the Cross Transforms a Man
A man can tell a lot about how valuable something is based on how much he’s willing to pay for it. I still remember standing at the glass counter of …
Why Men Need “Meeting Places” with God
Men are such interesting creatures. We derive so much deep satisfaction from getting things done. We thrive when we feel useful, and we often measure fulfillment by what we have …
EP 100: The Devil’s Playbook for Your Health with Justin Roethlingshoefer
God desires to meet men in their struggles and their messes. Join us for a fascinating and wide-ranging conversation about how men can invite Him in and find healing and freedom as they do.
EP 99: When God Meets Us in Our Mess with Nathan Clarkson
God desires to meet men in their struggles and their messes. Join us for a fascinating and wide-ranging conversation about how men can invite Him in and find healing and freedom as they do.
Why Confession is So Crucial
Confession is not about earning forgiveness. Scripture is clear that forgiveness has already been fully and finally secured through the death of Jesus Christ. When we believed in Him, all …
Why Men Can’t DIY Their Spiritual Life
As a relatively new homeowner, I have recently discovered the necessity of DIY (“Doing It Yourself”). I mean, who can afford to pay a plumber anymore? From replacing light switches …
EP 98: What a Man “Should” Be with A.J. Swoboda
Whether through our upbringing, our theological beliefs, or our personal views on masculinity, we all bring preconceived ideas to the table of what a man “should” be.
3 Ways Fasting Transforms a Man
I am sitting in my house as I write this article on fasting. I live in one of the Canadian provinces where the winter months can get really cold. But …
EP 97: Breaking Free from Pornography with Sathiya Sam
Every Christian man knows pornography isn’t good for us—but do we really understand why? And even more importantly, do we know how to actually break free?
Tyler Loop’s Faith After Season-Ending Miss
“Faith is a big part of my life,” Loop said. “Right now, I’m reading the book of Romans, and in Romans 8 it says, ‘And God works for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.’
Faith-filled Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays Move on to the ALCS
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Toronto Blue Jays are American League Championship Series-bound. On Wednesday evening, the Blue Jays closed out their best-of-five American League Division Series with a dominant …
As Men’s Bodies Get Older
The changes as men get older! When you think of “change” as it relates to your aging, what are the things that come to mind? For some, change can be …
Tyrese Haliburton: “God Never Gives Us More Than We Can Handle”
It wasn’t supposed to end this way. Tyrese Haliburton’s Game 7 lasted just seven minutes. In the decisive match of the NBA Finals, the Indiana Pacers’ star point guard planted …
Panthers Goaltender Glorifies God Following Stanley Cup Win
The Florida Panthers are once again Stanley Cup champions. On Tuesday, June 17, 2025, head coach Paul Maurice, captain Aleksander Barkov, Conn Smythe winner Sam Bennett, trade deadline acquisition Brad …
Linking Physical and Mental Health
What comes to mind when you think of “physical fitness?” Is it lifting weights, running, swimming, bike riding, or playing sports? The reality is there are endless ways to achieve …
AJ Griffin Gives Up Basketball for Jesus
This past week, 2022 first-round pick AJ Griffin (16th overall, Atlanta Hawks) announced his retirement from professional basketball. The move in and of itself was shocking. But the reasoning behind …
The Faith of Game-Winner Matt Duchene
With 8:18 remaining in the second overtime period of Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals, Dallas Stars forward Matt Duchene collected a loose puck in front of the Colorado …
Glorifying God at Augusta
When Professional Golf Association’s No. 1 ranked player Scottie Scheffler took to Augusta National for the 2024 Masters in mid-April, there was little he could do that would change the …
Faith on Full Display at UConn
The yearly spectacle that has come to be widely known as “March Madness” has officially come to an end for 2024. Sure, the most important pieces of the puzzle of …
Miles Minnick – The Breaking and Re-Making of Me
From a traumatic childhood to finding faith, healing, and success, Ruslan shares his story of growing up in Azerbaijan and moving to the United States as a refugee. Despite the instability, sexual abuse and family violence, Ruslan found a turning point and dedicated himself to positive change through education, fitness, and music. This transformation led him to rediscover faith, explore apologetics, and embrace Christianity.
Ruslan – Turning Pain into Purpose
From a traumatic childhood to finding faith, healing, and success, Ruslan shares his story of growing up in Azerbaijan and moving to the United States as a refugee. Despite the instability, sexual abuse and family violence, Ruslan found a turning point and dedicated himself to positive change through education, fitness, and music. This transformation led him to rediscover faith, explore apologetics, and embrace Christianity.
Jon Keith – Dealing With My Demon
Have you ever wondered about the allure and reality of being a male in the adult industry—surrounded by countless women and engaging in seemingly endless intimate encounters? But is it truly a dream? Are those scenes an accurate reflection of reality? Should our intimate expectations be based on what happens in these clips and films?
The John Metchie Story
For Houston Texans star wide receiver John Metchie, the 2023-24 National Football League season could come to an end at this very moment, and the 23-year-old likely wouldn’t be bothered …
Joshua Broome – The Truth Behind Making 1000 Porn Films
Have you ever wondered about the allure and reality of being a male in the adult industry—surrounded by countless women and engaging in seemingly endless intimate encounters? But is it truly a dream? Are those scenes an accurate reflection of reality? Should our intimate expectations be based on what happens in these clips and films?
Nate Burkhalter – Live Without Limits
Do you ever feel like life keeps dealing you a bad hand? That no matter how hard you try, obstacles and setbacks seem to be constantly thrown your way? That’s a feeling Nate Burkhalter knows all too well.
Joe Solecki – The Fight of My Life
How does one simply become a ninja? Martial Arts? Climbing an ancient mountain in Japan? For Daniel Gil, it was a little different.
Daniel Gil – Becoming a Ninja
How does one simply become a ninja? Martial Arts? Climbing an ancient mountain in Japan? For Daniel Gil, it was a little different.
EP 42: One Man Can Make a Difference – Mike Miller
This episode of the podcast is proudly sponsored by Billy Graham Evangelistic Association of Canada. When ordinary people partner up with an extraordinary God, miracles happen. One man can make …
Beaver Flemming – Motivated and on a Mission
Some people have wild ideas of what they want to do with their lives. For Beaver Fleming, it was always about being a pro skater. He was raised Christian, and …
5 Pathways to Peace When Stressed
“There cannot be a stressful crisis next week. My schedule is already full.” – Henry Kissinger If you have ever felt that adding one more thing to your life is …
Sitting with Suffering
There’s nothing like sitting with a friend over a great cup of coffee. But what if that friend was named “Suffering”? (I think I’d have my coffee to go, thank …
Sports Betting: What Does the Bible Actually Say? (Part 3 of 4)
This article is the 3rd of a 4-part series on this topic. Check out the first 2 articles: “Sports Betting: What’s Going On?” and “Sports Betting: How Big a Deal …
The Gift of Rest
How do you rest? What is the best way for you to unwind and replenish? It’s not a big assumption that we are all tired. We all need a break. …
3 Tips for Navigating Panic Attacks and Anxiety
There’s an enormous difference between being anxious from time to time and suffering from anxiety. Someone who is genuinely suffering from an anxiety disorder can feel debilitated, terrified, riddled with shame and completely hopeless. They can feel like their entire world is shattered and they have no idea if they’ll ever “be themselves” again. Unless you’ve walked through this yourself it’s next to impossible to fully understand just how devastating it can be.
Fear is Powerful But Not Invincible
Theme of the Week: Freedom From Fear and Anxiety Bible Verse: His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who …
EP 61: How the Church Can Support Those with Mental Illness with Daniel Whitehead
Have you ever struggled with your mental wellness or know of someone who has? Mental health in Canada is a huge concern. Some would say a crisis. Men in Canada are less likely to seek or receive mental healthcare than women and more likely to die by suicide. Suicide rates are 3x higher in men than in women, with men between the ages of 35-59 being the most vulnerable.
Confronting Guilt and Shame
Men, What are You Hiding Behind? “Who left the seat up?” That would be me. “Sir, do you know how fast you were going.” Yes, officer, I do. “Did you …
Trusting God in Hard Times
We anxiously await the daily text update. The longer it takes, the more our imaginations pull our minds to places we’re trying to avoid. When the text finally comes, it’s …
“My Peace I Leave with You”
I called a friend yesterday. “You free for dinner?” “No,” he said, wheezing. “I have RSV.” “Isn’t that a Bible translation?” He explained. RSV is a respiratory ailment. It’s the …
Stop Believing Your Best Years Are Behind You
A few years ago, I ran a series of races and felt pretty good about my performance, until I showed the results to a friend. He immediately noticed something I’d …
EP 72: From Orphans to Sons to Mission with Thanh Campbell
How could a two-year-old orphan boy, taken out of his country by mistake in 1975 from halfway around the world, now impact the world as a grown man in 2024? …
Getting Better One Step at a Time
Habit: “A settled tendency or usual manner of behavior.” – Merriam Webster’s Dictionary. We’ve all got them. Some good. Some bad. And there’s probably one or two we wish we …
(Re)defining Success @ Work
Success. Pretty easy to define, right? Especially when it comes to success at work. Climbing the corporate ladder with the attendant healthy paycheck seems to be the standard measurement. And …
The Gift of Rest
How do you rest? What is the best way for you to unwind and replenish? It’s not a big assumption that we are all tired. We all need a break. …
EP 55: The Chosen – A Conversation with Thaddeus (Giavani Cairo)
The Chosen is the first-ever multi-season series about the life of Christ written by Dallas Jenkins. This show has captured the imaginations.
Generosity – It’s Not About Stuff
A couple of years ago I was sitting at the exit of a Costco. A cab full of groceries in the truck and on the seat one of Costco’s rotisserie …
EP 54: Biblical Stewardship
As men, we often feel the desire to provide for our families, and sometimes that pressure can feel overwhelming. Culture tells us to hustle and gather things, but sometimes that comes into conflict with what God is calling us to.
The Fear of Not Having Enough
Years ago, Christina, my wife, and I were both working as youth pastors and in seminary at the same time. I was studying theology and she was studying counselling. And …
Real Success
Theme of the Week: Success As A Christian Man Bible Verse: “For what will it benefit someone if he gains the whole world yet loses his life? Or what will …
Manhood in the Age of AI
I’m no longer sure if anything I see online is real. I’ll read an article, and I wonder, “Did AI write that?” I reply to an email and wonder if …
What Does Your Social Media Say About You?
More and more men are using social media. The question remains, what does their social media say about them? A few years ago, I heard that it was not …
Break Free From Phone Addiction
I was addicted to mobile games for three years. It started innocently as something I wanted to do for my kids, but it quickly became something I did for myself. …
Gaming: 3 Great Co-op Games to Play with Friends and Family
I find nothing brings people together quite like quality time and for me and my family, one of the ways I do that is through co-op gaming. Here are three …
Navigating Video Games With a Clear Conscious
It is safe to say we live in a post-Christian culture. Illicit sex, money, the pursuit of power, worshiping oneself, and any other combination dominates social media, films, music, television, …
Video Game Review: Assassins Creed IV: Blackflag
About once or twice a year I get a nostalgic feeling about an old video game I haven’t played in a while. My fellow gamers out there know exactly what …
Your Kids Want Your Attention
How much are you wiling to spend? My four-year-old called me to attention. I was with him—I think waiting for him to finish going to the bathroom—when he pointedly declared, …
Christmas Gift Ideas for the Gamer in Your Family
There are lights strung up on the houses of my street, there are festively decorated displays at retail stores, and the slow shift in music on the radio all signal …
How Do You Minister To Older Men Who Are Not Tech Friendly?
Many of our churches have settled in to a new normal with online services and ministry opportunities. But there is a whole segment of men who are not connecting with …
Digital Distractions are Robbing Marriages
Entertaining Zombies “We live in a very loquacious, noisy, distracted culture,” says philosopher Douglas Groothuis, who has been tracking the digital world’s influence on Christians for more than twenty years …
Miles Minnick – The Breaking and Re-Making of Me
From a traumatic childhood to finding faith, healing, and success, Ruslan shares his story of growing up in Azerbaijan and moving to the United States as a refugee. Despite the instability, sexual abuse and family violence, Ruslan found a turning point and dedicated himself to positive change through education, fitness, and music. This transformation led him to rediscover faith, explore apologetics, and embrace Christianity.
Ruslan – Turning Pain into Purpose
From a traumatic childhood to finding faith, healing, and success, Ruslan shares his story of growing up in Azerbaijan and moving to the United States as a refugee. Despite the instability, sexual abuse and family violence, Ruslan found a turning point and dedicated himself to positive change through education, fitness, and music. This transformation led him to rediscover faith, explore apologetics, and embrace Christianity.
Jon Keith – Dealing With My Demon
Have you ever wondered about the allure and reality of being a male in the adult industry—surrounded by countless women and engaging in seemingly endless intimate encounters? But is it truly a dream? Are those scenes an accurate reflection of reality? Should our intimate expectations be based on what happens in these clips and films?
Joshua Broome – The Truth Behind Making 1000 Porn Films
Have you ever wondered about the allure and reality of being a male in the adult industry—surrounded by countless women and engaging in seemingly endless intimate encounters? But is it truly a dream? Are those scenes an accurate reflection of reality? Should our intimate expectations be based on what happens in these clips and films?
Nate Burkhalter – Live Without Limits
Do you ever feel like life keeps dealing you a bad hand? That no matter how hard you try, obstacles and setbacks seem to be constantly thrown your way? That’s a feeling Nate Burkhalter knows all too well.
Joe Solecki – The Fight of My Life
How does one simply become a ninja? Martial Arts? Climbing an ancient mountain in Japan? For Daniel Gil, it was a little different.
Daniel Gil – Becoming a Ninja
How does one simply become a ninja? Martial Arts? Climbing an ancient mountain in Japan? For Daniel Gil, it was a little different.
Beaver Flemming – Motivated and on a Mission
Some people have wild ideas of what they want to do with their lives. For Beaver Fleming, it was always about being a pro skater. He was raised Christian, and …
Abe Parker – Dealing with Social Anxiety
When Abe moved to Atlanta to pursue a career in music, he had no job, no money, no place to stay, and no plan. But he wasn’t worried, God would provide!
BENEIL DARIUSH – From Savage to Servant
Beneil turned an extremely successful Jiu-Jitsu career into a spot in the UFC. All along he could see God guiding him and opening doors so he could pursue this dream.
No, You’re Not “Too Busy to Serve”
In a world where men are expected to excel at work, support their families, and contribute to their communities, the pressure to “do it all” can be overwhelming. It’s easy …
How Distractions Rob Us
When it comes to physical fitness, do you find it challenging to stay focused? Do you often find yourself too distracted, or trying various programs but are unable to follow …
The Gift of Rest
How do you rest? What is the best way for you to unwind and replenish? It’s not a big assumption that we are all tired. We all need a break. …
Making the Most of Our Time
It’s 0-0 about midway through the first period. The Wild (Minnesota) have doubled the SOG (shots on goal) of the Bluejackets (Columbus). Yes, I’m writing this while I’m watching a …
Playing with Fire – Leaving a Legacy
Among God’s glorious obsessions (and there are several), “generations” rank near the top. He cares about human history—our ancestors, our sons and daughters, and their sons and daughters, and on …
Learning to Lead Yourself
A regular check-up goes a long way Years ago, when working with a ministry to college students I found myself in the middle of a very busy summer season. The …
Your Kids Want Your Attention
How much are you wiling to spend? My four-year-old called me to attention. I was with him—I think waiting for him to finish going to the bathroom—when he pointedly declared, …
Beyond the Balancing Act of Life
Dashboard check saves grief down the road It happened quickly and I captured the instant out of the corner of my eye. I vividly recall the events of that autumn …
Ten Ideas to Help You Balance Work and Family
I slipped into his room late one evening as I arrived home from work so that I could give him a goodnight snuggle and a kiss, only to find him …
3 Ways To Un-Busy Your Schedule
As we travel across the country with FamilyLife Canada, one of the most common issues we hear about is busyness. If we had a dollar for every time someone says, ”We …
Board Game Review: Everdell
As we find ourselves in the season of Spring, join the forest critters of the valley of Everdell as winter changes to warmer temperatures. Starling Games beautifully constructed this game, …
Gaming: 3 Great Co-op Games to Play with Friends and Family
I find nothing brings people together quite like quality time and for me and my family, one of the ways I do that is through co-op gaming. Here are three …
Video Game Review: Assassins Creed IV: Blackflag
About once or twice a year I get a nostalgic feeling about an old video game I haven’t played in a while. My fellow gamers out there know exactly what …
Board Game Review: Sushi Go Party
As we think about gathering together for Christmas or buying gifts for those in our life, there is a game I’d like to recommend to you. It’s called “Sushi Go …
Christmas Gift Ideas for the Gamer in Your Family
There are lights strung up on the houses of my street, there are festively decorated displays at retail stores, and the slow shift in music on the radio all signal …
Board Game Review: The Crew, The Quest for Planet Nine
Some of my fondest memories are playing with friends while my parents connected, laughed and passed the time over card games with the other adults in my life. As soon as I …
Video Game Release | Halo: Infinite
Halo: Infinite! It’s finally just around the corner. It seems like it was only yesterday that I was crawling through the tight corridors of the “Pillar of Autumn”, pistol in …
Board Game Review: Codenames
There are different games for different occasions; groups, time commitments, level of strategy, the complexity of gameplay, financial investment and more. I recommend the games I love and will be …
Toys for Guys – Mighty Carver Electric Knife
Mighty Carver Electric Knife mightycarver.com Thanksgiving is coming. Christmas isn’t far behind. Do you have a good knife to carve the turkey? If not, check out Mighty Carver. This product …
Toys for Guys – Portable Grill & Silent Coin Miner
Portable Grill Weber Summer weather means grilling, but what if you’re away from home? You can’t exactly pack up the backyard barbecue and load it into your trunk. Or can …
Miles Minnick – The Breaking and Re-Making of Me
From a traumatic childhood to finding faith, healing, and success, Ruslan shares his story of growing up in Azerbaijan and moving to the United States as a refugee. Despite the instability, sexual abuse and family violence, Ruslan found a turning point and dedicated himself to positive change through education, fitness, and music. This transformation led him to rediscover faith, explore apologetics, and embrace Christianity.
Ruslan – Turning Pain into Purpose
From a traumatic childhood to finding faith, healing, and success, Ruslan shares his story of growing up in Azerbaijan and moving to the United States as a refugee. Despite the instability, sexual abuse and family violence, Ruslan found a turning point and dedicated himself to positive change through education, fitness, and music. This transformation led him to rediscover faith, explore apologetics, and embrace Christianity.
Jon Keith – Dealing With My Demon
Have you ever wondered about the allure and reality of being a male in the adult industry—surrounded by countless women and engaging in seemingly endless intimate encounters? But is it truly a dream? Are those scenes an accurate reflection of reality? Should our intimate expectations be based on what happens in these clips and films?
Joshua Broome – The Truth Behind Making 1000 Porn Films
Have you ever wondered about the allure and reality of being a male in the adult industry—surrounded by countless women and engaging in seemingly endless intimate encounters? But is it truly a dream? Are those scenes an accurate reflection of reality? Should our intimate expectations be based on what happens in these clips and films?
Nate Burkhalter – Live Without Limits
Do you ever feel like life keeps dealing you a bad hand? That no matter how hard you try, obstacles and setbacks seem to be constantly thrown your way? That’s a feeling Nate Burkhalter knows all too well.
Joe Solecki – The Fight of My Life
How does one simply become a ninja? Martial Arts? Climbing an ancient mountain in Japan? For Daniel Gil, it was a little different.
Daniel Gil – Becoming a Ninja
How does one simply become a ninja? Martial Arts? Climbing an ancient mountain in Japan? For Daniel Gil, it was a little different.
Beaver Flemming – Motivated and on a Mission
Some people have wild ideas of what they want to do with their lives. For Beaver Fleming, it was always about being a pro skater. He was raised Christian, and …
Abe Parker – Dealing with Social Anxiety
When Abe moved to Atlanta to pursue a career in music, he had no job, no money, no place to stay, and no plan. But he wasn’t worried, God would provide!
10 Ways to Be a Strategic Encourager in Your Men’s Ministry
We’ve heard over and over the frustration of leading these days, where to begin, how to engage, how to do anything at all. If any of those questions have been …
Why Men Need the Sabbath
Some men are great mechanics. They know vehicles and what needs to be done for them to function at their best. These men are like magicians; overalls are their robes, …
Finding a Work/Life Balance
When we think about “work” and “life,” those two words are deeply relatable to most men. If you’re reading this, those words have probably already got you thinking about your …
3 Things for Men to Consider About Retirement
What neighborhood has 30 golf courses, 110 swimming pools, and 3,000 different lifestyle clubs to choose from? It’s called “The Villages,” a retirement community of 150,000 residents in Southern Florida. …
How to Please God With Our Work
The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it. Genesis 2:15 (NIV) Six days you shall labor …
(Re)defining Success @ Work
Success. Pretty easy to define, right? Especially when it comes to success at work. Climbing the corporate ladder with the attendant healthy paycheck seems to be the standard measurement. And …
The Art of Listening
“Why are you entering the United States?” the immigration officer asked. “I’m teaching,” I replied. The officer looked concerned and began reading the letter I’d handed him describing the purpose …
EP 55: The Chosen – A Conversation with Thaddeus (Giavani Cairo)
The Chosen is the first-ever multi-season series about the life of Christ written by Dallas Jenkins. This show has captured the imaginations.
Praying for a New Job
If you are looking for a new job you are not alone. That’s happening a lot these days. But did you know God wants to help you in your job …
Work In Eternity
Theme of the Week: Faith and Work Bible Verse: “For my people’s lives will be like the lifetime of a tree. My chosen ones will fully enjoy the work of their …
For the Lord
Theme of the Week: Faith and Work Bible Verse: “Whatever you do, do it from the heart, as something done for the Lord and not for people, knowing that you will …
The 5 Habits of a Spiritually Growing Man
How do we grow as godly men? Over the past few years, I’ve become convinced that we go through building godly habits. David Mathis is right: “Your perseverance, under God, …
3 Ways to Develop a Life of Gratitude
In 1860, a boat was wrecked in a storm on Lake Michigan near Evanston, Illinois. Students from Northwestern University formed themselves into rescue teams. One student, Edward Spencer, saved 17 …
EP 56: How to Inhabit Time with James K.A. Smith
ve you ever said things like: I’m running out of time? I wish I had more time. Where did the time go? For those who have seen their kids
EP 52: The Thing Beneath the Thing. Dealing with Your Stuff to Live Strong and Courageous
As men, we often feel the desire to provide for our families, and sometimes that pressure can feel overwhelming. Culture tells us to hustle and gather things, but sometimes that comes into conflict with what God is calling us to.
Why Should Christians Gather Together?
Have you ever wondered why the church is called to gather together? Why can’t we just turn on some worship music on Spotify, watch a sermon on YouTube, read the Bible on …
EP 40: How to Be a True Worshiper – Andrew Thompson
This episode is proudly sponsored by Deeks Insurance. Worship is a vital part of Christian living. It is so much more than singing. Instead, true worship is living our lives …
The Privilege of Praise
My brother passed away recently, and so I was been reflecting on that fact as I wrote this article. The highest elevation, the very pinnacle of every experience is …
Wanted: Men Who Worship
Jesus’ prophetic words still speak to us today. In John 4:23-24, Jesus describes something that God is looking for in us – worship. He is not looking for performers, pretenders, or idolaters. The Father is seeking true worshippers. Men, God wants you to be an authentic worshipper. Worship always begins with …
Cultivating Gratitude
I live in an amazing condo. I married a girl I love. I spend my days doing work that’s meaningful to me. My fridge is full of food. And I …
Plant-Based Diets – What’s the Big Deal?
There has been a recent push towards a plant-based diet, and less emphasis has been placed on animal-based products–and for a good reason. What was once considered unpopular is now …