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What if the lie you're believing is the very thing keeping you from peace?

In this powerful and convicting episode, Jerrad sits down with bestselling author Gary Thomas to dismantle one of the most common, but rarely admitted lies Christian men believe: God owes me. Together, they talk about the quiet entitlement that sneaks into our faith, why peace feels so elusive, and how the Gospel offers something far deeper than comfort or success.

Jerrad and Gary explore how social media fuels discontent, how unspoken expectations erode intimacy with God, and why healing begins when we face our sin instead of hiding it. They share personal stories, biblical truth, and hard-won wisdom for men who want more than just behavior change, they want transformation.

This episode is a much-needed reminder: God’s not holding out on you. He’s already given you more than you deserve.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why entitlement might be the root of your spiritual frustration
• How believing a lie can sabotage your faith
• The difference between comfort and peace
• What Gary learned through suffering, silence, and surrender
• Why social media subtly kills gratitude
• How to be a man of peace in a world full of chaos
• Why facing your sin leads to deeper joy
• How the Gospel frees you—from your past, for your future

Mentioned in This Episode:
Gary Thomas’ new book: The Life You Were Reborn to Live
Gary’s website: https://www.garythomas.com
Book Jerrad to speak: https://www.jerradlopes.com
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What if your greatest strength… is also the thing that wears you out the most?

In this honest and inspiring conversation, Jerrad sits down with Michael Seifert—founder of PublicSq. and EveryLife—to talk about identity, pressure, purpose, and the hidden cost of success. Though Michael leads some of the most mission-driven companies in America, he opens up about the soul battles behind his ambition—and why Sabbath rest might be his greatest act of obedience.

They talk about legacy, fatherhood, and how a rebellious teenager found Jesus at a ranch in Northern California. Michael shares how a single week transformed his relationship with his dad, the real reason behind his inner drive, and the moment he realized that working for the praises of man would eventually break him.

This episode is a reminder that God doesn’t just care about what you build—but who you're becoming while you build it.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why your identity can’t come from what you accomplish
• The four roles a dad plays (caretaker, cop, coach, consultant)
• How pressure to succeed impacts father-son relationships
• What Michael learned about humility from his dad
• The beauty of building with God—and learning to rest
• How to lead your family while healing from your own wounds
• Why starting a values-driven business invites both criticism and purpose

Mentioned in This Episode:

• J.H. Ranch: https://jhranch.com
• PublicSq: https://publicsq.com
• EveryLife Diapers: https://everylife.com
• Today's Sponsor: dwellbible.com/dadtired
• Michael's South Korea launch at Yoido Full Gospel Church
• Jerrad’s mantra: “Strong families begin with healed men”

🔗 Resources:

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What if the things that slow you down… are the very things God wants to use to form you?

In this slow, soulful conversation, Jerrad sits down with Jake Weidmann—a master penman (yes, that’s a real thing) and artist whose life and work are marked by discipline, creativity, and deep intentionality. From carving sacred art to raising four kids, Jake shares how slowing down has reshaped not just his craft—but his soul.

They talk about the connection between beauty and time, why being creative has nothing to do with being “artsy,” and how discipline and delight can co-exist in the life of a godly man. Jake opens up about the doubts that haunted his early career, what it means to “exult in monotony,” and the emotional moment he hoisted an Amish barn beam onto his shoulder—realizing he was quite literally taking up his cross.

This episode is a breath of fresh air in a world that worships speed.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why slowing down might be the most spiritual thing you do today
• How discipline, doubt, and beauty all shape a man’s soul
• The lost art of doing one thing well over a long time
• What it means to create as a reflection of the Creator
• How parenting and craftsmanship have more in common than you think
• Why creativity isn’t just for artists—it’s for every man made in God’s image
• The surprising story behind Jake’s “Old Rugged Cross” artwork

Mentioned in This Episode:

• Jake’s book and artwork: https://jakeweidmann.com
• G.K. Chesterton’s Orthodoxy
• The story of the “pen wizard” and the golden age of handwriting
• Benedictine wisdom: To work is to pray
• Jerrad’s mantra: “Decades over days”

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