Should leaders in the United States be rooted in Christian values? How can Christians live with consistency in their homes, workplaces, and communities? In this episode of AMEN (A Man’s Evangelical Narrative), guest host Tanner sits down with Willie for an open-hearted conversation on politics, faith, and staying true to Christ. From Donald Trump’s “heaven” comments to navigating marriage with different spiritual backgrounds, Willie shares personal insights on living faithfully and authentically.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Why faith in politics is both complicated and important
• What Donald Trump’s “heaven” comment reveals about baby faith
• Living as salt and light without being pushy
• Finding balance in sharing your faith with discernment
• Equally yoked relationships and testimony through marriage
• Fruits of the Spirit as daily evidence of faith
• How vocation and calling reflect God’s design
• Modeling consistency and discipline for the next generation

WHO WILL LOVE THIS EPISODE:

• Individuals seeking spiritual growth
• Christians exploring everyday faith
• Those navigating personal and spiritual challenges
• Believers wrestling with faith in politics
• Parents wanting to model Christlike consistency for their children

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – Intro with Tanner & Donald Trump’s “heaven” comment

01:00 – Should U.S. leaders have Christian values?

03:40 – Baby Christians vs. true discipleship

06:00 – Sharing faith without pushing people away

08:00 – Fruits of the Spirit as everyday witness

11:00 – Seizing God-given opportunities to share Christ

12:00 – Equally yoked marriage & testimony through relationships

16:00 – Open-minded faith and empathy in marriage

19:00 – Calling, vocation, and living out God’s design

21:00 – Parenting, discipline, and consistency as witness

23:00 – Closing reflections

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RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Galatians 5:22–23 (Fruits of the Spirit)
• 2 Corinthians 6:14 (Equally yoked)
• Matthew 5:13–16 (Salt and light)

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Ep. 26

#Faith #ChristianPodcast #AMENPodcast #FaithJourney #SpiritualGrowth #BibleStudy #ChristianLife #EverydayFaith #jesus #amenpodcast #pacificlensstudios

Why is compassion sometimes missing in Christian culture today? What can followers of Jesus learn from compassion principles in other world religions? Join hosts Willie and Mark for an open-hearted, authentic conversation in this episode of AMEN (A Man’s Evangelical Narrative). Exploring Buddhist Karuna, Hindu Vairagya, and the example of Jesus, they share how detachment, empathy, and respect can deepen our walk with God. Filled with personal stories, cultural insights, and practical ways to love like Christ, this episode challenges us to reflect on our own spiritual posture.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Why compassion can be missing in Christian culture
• The Buddhist principle of Karuna and its parallels with Jesus’ teaching
• Respecting people before preaching to them
• How misjudgment can harm communities and individuals
• The Hindu principle of Vairagya (non-attachment) and Christian humility
• Letting go of ego, status, and control to walk in freedom
• Real-life stories about detachment in family, business, and faith
• Building true community like Jesus intended
• Flipping societal norms through a Kingdom perspective

WHO WILL LOVE THIS EPISODE:

• Individuals seeking spiritual growth
• Christians exploring everyday faith
• Those navigating personal and spiritual challenges
• Believers curious about interfaith perspectives on compassion
• Leaders seeking to balance conviction with empathy

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – Why compassion is sometimes missing in Christian culture

02:00 – The Buddhist principle of Karuna and loving like Jesus

05:00 – Respect, misjudgment, and mental health in marginalized communities

11:02 – Humor, sports, and friendship through compassion

11:10 – The Hindu principle of Vairagya (non-attachment)

15:16 – Letting go of ego, status, and control

20:17 – Viewing blessings as gifts, not possessions

23:41 – Shepherding what God gives you

28:42 – Building real community like Jesus intended

31:07 – Closing prayer for wisdom, reflection, and compassion

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RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Matthew 5:44
• 1 Corinthians 12:26
• Luke 14:33
• The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks

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Ep. 25

#Compassion #ChristianFaith #AMENPodcast

Can the music you listen to genuinely shape your spiritual and emotional well-being? What messages might you be subconsciously absorbing through songs? Join hosts Willie and Mark for an open-hearted, authentic conversation in this episode of AMEN (A Man’s Evangelical Narrative). Exploring the powerful connection between music, faith, and mental health, this episode delves deeply into discerning music's influence on your spiritual journey and everyday life. Filled with real stories, practical wisdom, and spiritual insights, this episode offers clarity and encouragement for your personal journey.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• The spiritual significance and impact of music on your emotions and mental state
• Real-life stories highlighting the profound ways music influences spiritual health
• How discernment helps you choose music that aligns with your faith and values
• Strategies for integrating faith and spirituality into professional and everyday settings
• Navigating cultural and generational perspectives on music within Christianity

WHO WILL LOVE THIS EPISODE:

• Individuals seeking spiritual growth
• Christians exploring everyday faith
• Those navigating personal and spiritual challenges
• Music enthusiasts interested in faith-based perspectives
• Mental health professionals integrating spirituality into practice

STAY CONNECTED:

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• Share your spiritual questions or thoughts in the comments
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Ep. 24

#AMENPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney

Are you spiritually on fire—or just comfortable? What does it mean to live lukewarm, and why is it so dangerous? Join hosts Willie and Mark for an open-hearted, authentic conversation in this episode of AMEN (A Man’s Evangelical Narrative). Drawing from Revelation 3:15–16 and Ephesians 6:12, they dive into the reality of spiritual warfare and how passivity, guilt, and distraction pull us away from God’s purpose. Through raw testimony and biblical reflection, they challenge listeners to move from casual belief to committed faith. Filled with real stories, practical wisdom, and spiritual insights, this episode offers clarity and encouragement for your personal journey.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• The spiritual danger of being lukewarm (Revelation 3)
• Why we must take spiritual warfare seriously (Ephesians 6:12)
• How distraction, guilt, and comfort weaken your faith
• The role of prayer in spiritual sharpness
• Willie’s raw story of spiritual drift and revival
• How entertainment can desensitize your spirit
• Recognizing and breaking generational patterns
• Using The Matrix as a metaphor for spiritual awakening
• Moving from passive belief to active obedience

WHO WILL LOVE THIS EPISODE:

• Individuals seeking spiritual growth
• Christians exploring everyday faith
• Those navigating personal and spiritual challenges
• Believers battling spiritual complacency
• Listeners curious about spiritual warfare

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – Intro: Is your spirit lukewarm or alive?

01:05 – The unseen world and real spiritual warfare

05:07 – Revelation 3:15–16 and spiritual neutrality

08:00 – How distraction and guilt dull your prayer life

11:34 – Ephesians 6:12 and what you’re really fighting

13:00 – The enemy’s tactics: discouragement and deception

14:49 – Willie’s story of drifting and confronting pride

17:08 – Tithing, obedience, and trusting God

20:55 – Why your old self fights against transformation

23:43 – The Matrix and choosing to wake up

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RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Revelation 3:15–16
• Ephesians 6:12

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Ep. 23

#AMENPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney

Is baptism just a symbol—or something far deeper? What happens spiritually when you take that step of obedience? Join hosts Willie and Mark for an open-hearted, authentic conversation in this episode of AMEN (A Man’s Evangelical Narrative). With vulnerability and biblical clarity, they explore what baptism really means: dying to self, rising to new life, and stepping boldly into your God-given identity. Sharing personal stories of being baptized more than once, they wrestle with insecurity, doubt, and the hunger to start fresh. Whether you’ve been baptized, are considering it, or just want to understand its power more deeply, this episode offers insight and encouragement for your journey.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• What baptism represents spiritually and practically
• Why both hosts chose to get baptized multiple times
• Letting go of past versions of yourself
• How community affirms your identity in Christ
• The tension between insecurity and transformation
• Baptism as a public declaration of unseen change
• Why your old self tries to come back after the water
• The connection between baptism and spiritual authority
• Encouragement for those feeling hesitant or unworthy

WHO WILL LOVE THIS EPISODE:

• Individuals seeking spiritual growth
• Christians exploring everyday faith
• Those navigating personal and spiritual challenges
• New or recommitted believers considering baptism
• Listeners wrestling with identity and insecurity

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – Intro: What baptism is (and isn’t)

02:04 – Why we got baptized more than once

04:56 – Public declaration vs. internal change

08:12 – Battling insecurity and embracing identity

11:20 – The power of community in your faith walk

14:17 – The old self doesn’t die quietly

17:45 – Letting go of who you used to be

21:10 – Baptism and the fight for spiritual authority

24:29 – Encouragement for anyone hesitant to take the step

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RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Romans 6:4
• Matthew 28:19
• Acts 2:38

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Ep. 22

#AMENPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney

What does it really mean to live with eternity in mind? How does an eternal perspective change how we love, obey, and endure? Join hosts Willie and Mark for an open-hearted, authentic conversation in this episode of AMEN (A Man’s Evangelical Narrative). They explore what it looks like to live for more than just the moment—to obey God fully, love people well, and build a legacy that outlasts this life. With raw honesty and biblical encouragement, they reflect on our tendency to get distracted and how eternity anchors our decisions, identity, and purpose. Filled with real stories, practical wisdom, and spiritual insights, this episode offers clarity and motivation for anyone seeking to live for what truly matters.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• What it means to live with eternal purpose
• Why obedience now impacts rewards in eternity
• How love connects to eternal significance
• The danger of spiritual distraction and delayed obedience
• Willie’s reflection on making excuses vs. moving in faith
• Mark on letting go of past identity to walk in purpose
• Living beyond self and seeing life through God’s lens
• Why the enemy fights your long-term vision
• A challenge to reevaluate what you’re building

WHO WILL LOVE THIS EPISODE:

• Individuals seeking spiritual growth
• Christians exploring everyday faith
• Those navigating personal and spiritual challenges
• Believers trying to rediscover purpose
• Anyone feeling stuck or spiritually distracted

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – Intro: Eternal vision vs. earthly distractions

01:50 – Obedience and the long view of faith

04:45 – The rewards of faithfulness in eternity

07:18 – Delayed obedience is still disobedience

10:32 – Letting go of self-protection and excuses

14:09 – Mark’s story on identity and calling

17:16 – Why the enemy wants to blur your vision

20:10 – How love and legacy intersect

23:28 – What are you building that really matters?

26:11 – Final encouragement and prayer

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RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Matthew 6:33
• Colossians 3:2
• Galatians 6:9

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Ep. 21

#AMENPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney

What’s the difference between lamenting and complaining? Is it okay to bring your pain to God?Join hosts Willie and Mark for an honest, emotional, and theologically rich conversation in this episode of AMEN (A Man’s Evangelical Narrative). Reflecting on biblical stories, personal struggles, and the importance of spiritual maturity, they explore how to process grief without bitterness and how to turn lament into worship. Filled with personal testimonies, biblical wisdom, and practical encouragement, this episode brings clarity and comfort to anyone wrestling with suffering or silence from God.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• The spiritual distinction between lament and complaint
• Why God invites our raw emotions, not disrespect
• Biblical examples: David, Jeremiah, and Job
• How men process pain and avoid emotional numbness
• Willie’s honest journey through depression and loss
• The danger of complaining in relationships
• Practical steps to bring your pain before God
• Trusting God’s character even when He feels silent

WHO WILL LOVE THIS EPISODE:

• Individuals seeking spiritual growth
• Christians exploring everyday faith
• Those navigating personal and spiritual challenges
• People struggling with grief, burnout, or unanswered prayers
• Listeners curious about emotional honesty in Christian life

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – Intro: Lamenting vs Complaining

01:12 – Why this topic matters for spiritual maturity

05:38 – What biblical lament actually looks like

10:20 – Can I be real with God and still be reverent?

14:44 – Willie’s personal story of depression and faith

20:31 – How men suppress pain and why it matters

24:52 – The heart posture of complaint vs lament

29:19 – Learning from Job and the prophets

34:05 – What to do when God feels silent

39:17 – Moving forward with faith in the unknown

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RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Psalm 22
• Job 1–3
• Jeremiah 20
• Matthew 26:36–39 (Jesus in Gethsemane)

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Ep. 19

#AMENPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney #Lament #Prayer #SpiritualGrowth #PacificLensStudios

Can you chase financial health without falling into idolatry? What does it really mean to trust God with your wallet?

Join hosts Willie and Mark for an open-hearted, authentic conversation in this episode of AMEN (A Man’s Evangelical Narrative). Through personal stories, spiritual conviction, and biblical principles, they explore how Christians can thrive financially without being ruled by wealth. This isn’t about prosperity gospel or shame—it’s about stewardship, sacrifice, and choosing kingdom over comfort. Filled with practical wisdom and real-life insight, this episode challenges and encourages anyone wrestling with money, giving, and trust in God.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Why financial obedience reflects spiritual maturity
• Matthew 6:24 – you can’t serve both God and money
• Will’s story of turning away from rap to follow God's calling
• Living paycheck to paycheck and still trusting in provision
• Luke 16:10–11 – faithfulness in small things
• The discipline of budgeting as an act of worship
• The weight of debt and strategies to overcome it
• 2 Corinthians 9:7 – God loves a cheerful giver
• Building trust in your church community through generosity
• How giving shifts your mindset from scarcity to abundance

WHO WILL LOVE THIS EPISODE:

• Individuals seeking spiritual growth
• Christians exploring everyday faith
• Those navigating personal and spiritual challenges
• Believers wrestling with finances, debt, or giving
• Anyone trying to align money habits with biblical values

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – Intro: Why money needs to be talked about

01:41 – What if we gave like we show off?

03:02 – Will’s journey from music to ministry

04:29 – Matthew 6:24 – God vs. money

05:57 – Living check to check: provision and peace

08:45 – Luke 16:10 – faithful in little, faithful in much

12:25 – Budgeting as spiritual discipline

14:49 – Debt, freedom, and the snowball method

17:58 – 2 Corinthians 9:7 – cheerful, not reluctant giving

20:55 – Trusting God and your community with generosity

25:07 – Tithing, consistency, and mindset shift

28:04 – Wealth as a tool, not a trophy

30:32 – Closing encouragement and prayer

STAY CONNECTED:

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RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Matthew 6:24
• Luke 16:10–11
• 2 Corinthians 9:7

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Ep. 20

#AMENPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney