From the age of 6, Grant Troutt’s entire identity was wrapped up in playing basketball. But after a series of injuries in college, Grant was finally inspired to seek his identity where it truly belonged—in God. This week, Grant shares about his work as a youth minister in Tennessee, where he and his family are working to pass along lessons that shaped his spiritual journey to a new generation.

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Though he grew up attending church, Drew Jackson admits he was mostly “checking the boxes” in his faith. That changed when he and his wife were introduced to Big Oak Ranch, a ministry near Springville, Alabama that provides a home for abused and neglected kids. Now the Cattle Director at Big Oak, Drew shares about his spiritual journey, reluctant road to becoming a ranch hand, and the transformations he’s witnessed among the kids in his care.

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“Generation Z” has been painted with plenty of stereotypes: flaky, unable to handle adversity, always staring at their phones. However, Gage Henry has gotten to know this generation through his work as college and community pastor at Auburn Community Church in Alabama. The traits he’s seen in them might surprise you—and inspire hope for a brighter future. This week, Gage talks about this and the work he and his wife are doing with the two most important young men in his life—their two sons.

Segments/chapters

0:00 Intro/Some scripture that Gage has been reading

3:35 Dealing with a difficult season of life

13:45 Gage’s faith journey and how it informs his current work with young people

21:50 What Gage sees in college students these days

30:44 Auburn Community Church and what’s happening there

36:52 The challenges of being a rapidly growing ministry

40:56 What Gage has learned about balancing ministry with marriage and fatherhood

52:42 The men who have most influenced Gage’s life and leadership

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After 25 years of marriage, nine children, and grandchildren, Isaac Tolpin has learned a lot about being a husband and father—including adapting to the changing seasons that relationships go through over the course of a life. Isaac, entrepreneur and founder of the Be Courageous and Resolute Man ministries, talks with Nate Dewberry this week about setting the right priorities, making sound decisions in tough times, and raising resilient kids who can navigate a rapidly changing world.

Segments/chapters

0:00 Intro

1:29 A little about Isaac’s background, family, and current ministry

9:49 Some things Isaac’s learned after 25 years of marriage and 9 kids

19:17 Adapting to the “changing seasons” of marriage and parenthood

31:38 Isaac’s advice for raising kids who use technology in a healthy way

36:08 The struggles men face in avoiding superficial relationships and passive attitudes

43:27 What makes Isaac hopeful for the future

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Mitchell Dean has grown plenty in his relationship with the Lord from his days as a hotheaded athlete with a 1.9 GPA. This week, Mitchell shares what he’s learned as a husband, father of six, and pastor of Resurrect Church in Opelika, Alabama—including persistently digging into the Bible, showing empathy as a father and husband, and managing the many distractions of modern life. He also draws lessons from 2 Timothy on trusting God to guide us through hardship.

Segments/chapters

0:00 Intro

1:57 Mitchell’s background and faith journey/What does redemption mean to you?

12:15 Advice for men who are struggling to get into scripture

20:15 The importance of showing empathy and understanding to your kids

26:34 Being still and being present in life

35:06 Growing stronger in faith even through life’s tragedies and challenges

41:25 Lessons about determination and perseverance from the second book of Timothy

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Dr. Sam Thomas has inherited a storied—and challenging—legacy from his father, M.A. Thomas. Like his father, Sam has risked his life and freedom to preach the Gospel in India. Through his Hope Givers ministry, Sam is determined to introduce one million impoverished children to Christ, setting them on the road to a more promising future. In this week’s episode, Sam shares his family’s story and what preaching in the U.S. and India has taught him about the true meaning of obedience, sacrifice, and redemption.

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In this special episode of The Redeemed Man, we're revisiting just a few of the many moments of courage, wisdom, and honesty shared on podcast this past year. May these stories serve as an encouragement and a rallying call toward another year of growth.

Featured clips:

00:40 What We've Learned From Hosting The Redeemed Man - Paul Amos and Nate Dewberry
03:31 Admitting There's Nothing You Can Do is the First Step to Redemption - Cody Hollister
05:12 Self Doubt Comes From the Enemy - Jake Kegg
07:31 How A Father Modeled How to Handle Ambition and Life Challenges - Sean Knox
09:08 A Father Figure In Prison - Jonathan Irons
12:40 Dealing with Insecurity by Finding Security in Christ - Luke Parker
14:31 Small Groups and the Need for Security - David Petty
17:38 The Blessings of Small Groups - Jim Miner

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Jerry Wallace has worn many hats over the course of his life—military man (including serving as a guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier), student, businessman, college professor, writer, and family man. It’s all given him a wide-ranging perspective on life and success. One thing, he says, has never changed: “The foundation of it all is God’s word.” Jerry shares with Paul Amos how trusting in God’s plan leads to true significance in life—whether in business, family, or in any other area of life.

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