Jared Hellums reveals the hard truth about 10 years of drug addiction, surviving a coma, and finding true freedom while sitting on a curb in handcuffs.In this episode:Jared Hellums, CEO of Constructible and coach at Rise Up Kings, joins Zach Schumaker for an unfiltered conversation about the cost of true transformation. Jared shares his harrowing journey from the depths of a decade-long addiction and surviving a suicide attempt to finding a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. We dive deep into the "Mirror Test" of leadership, the difference between checking religious boxes and actual intimacy with God, and why the "transformation of the mind" (Romans 12:2) is a daily choice.Jared opens up with raw vulnerability about the tragic loss of his son, Christopher, and how he chose to lead his family through grief without blaming God. We also discuss the intersection of physical discipline and spiritual maturity through his experience in Ironman competitions, the "loose grip" mentality required for Christian business leadership, and why the narrow gate of biblical masculinity requires a total denial of the flesh.About Jared Hellums:Founder & CEO at: Constructible.Business Coach at: Rise Up Kings.Known for: Addiction recovery testimony, high-performance coaching, and endurance sports.Mission: Empowering men to lead their businesses and families through Christ-centered discipline.🔗 Connect with Jared Hellums:Website: https://constructible.com/Rise Up Kings: https://riseupkings.com/⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to Jared Hellums 01:50 - Testimony: From "Checking the Box" to True Relationship04:50 - Surviving Addiction and Suicide Attempts06:50 - Coming to Christ Without "Fixing" Yourself First09:27 - Dealing with Relapse and the "Burn the Boat" Mentality11:31 - Growth Through Endurance Sports and Ironman16:16 - Masculinity and the Inward Lie of Seeking Comfort19:39 - Navigating the "Narrow Gate" in Modern Society21:06 - The Importance of Denying the Flesh23:30 - The Biblical Practice and Benefit of Fasting29:44 - Why Freedom Began in Handcuffs31:49 - Reforming Post-Incarceration Support (The Dream Center)38:19 - Clinging to Jeremiah 29:1140:12 - Processing the Loss of a Child Without Blaming God46:05 - Leading a Family Through Emotional Hardship48:28 - Healthy vs. Manipulative Masculine Emotions50:51 - A Day in the Life: Morning Routine and Quiet Time53:48 - Taking Ownership of Your Schedule55:59 - Christian Business Leadership: The "Loose Grip" on Money59:49 - Identifying and Praying Against Pride01:03:00 - Restarting from Scratch in 202501:06:09 - Building a Lasting Kingdom Legacy📚 Resources Mentioned:Scripture: Romans 12:2 (Transformation of the Mind)Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 (God's Plan for Your Future)Program: Rise Up KingsPath of the Cross Podcast bridges the gap between the heart and the mind through raw testimonies and deep theological truth. Hosted by Zach Schumaker, we explore apologetics, Bible history, and the reality of suffering to equip the whole believer. Subscribe to discover not just what to believe, but why it matters.Check out Zach's other shows:The SchuZ Show: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOMleLQ1xZNiga5HlLG2dkAThe Iron Compass: https://www.youtube.com/@TheIronCompassShowConnect With Zach and Path of the Cross:Subscribe: https://youtube.com/@PathoftheCrossPodcast?si=I8aPszhY_vvQbvebInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachschumaker/X: https://x.com/ZachSchumakerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/zach.schuz.schumakerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachschumakerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachschumaker/Path of the Cross Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pathofthecrosspodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574915377314

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