Brenda and Shelley’s fall series Nehemiah 8:10 continues with passionate author, speaker and coach Britt Gusmus, an expert in personal growth for men in leadership and relationships. He’s a devoted family man and the author of “The Oak Tree Source: Becoming A Man of Strength, Substance and Spirituality Today” which will be released on September 15th. Britt shares, “I was jogging one day while I was writing my book and I called out to God, ‘What should my title be?'’ I suddenly remembered a woman from my church who had prophesied over me, ‘You will be strong and sturdy like an oak tree.' I included Isaiah 61:3 in my book, “You will grow in righteous oaks for the splendor of God.” Britt’s universal message is for everyone: we can all create substance and strength in our lives if we’re bold enough to understand and step into our purpose. Britt shares, “I moved from the dark night of my soul into the hero’s journey. We’re never a finished product in God’s eyes; we’re always on the potter’s wheel. That’s how we create substance, the essential parts of our life. The other things that distract us from God and His will for us have to be burned away.” Britt laughs, " I passed through the refiners fire and believe me, there was a lot that had to be burned away! Luckily, God gave me some revelations along that way.” Britt offers a fascinating look into male spirituality and the male point of view. He was a star quarterback and a home run hitter drafted to the Houston Astros who was making a good living in business and sales when God nudged him to step into His purpose for him: to become a teacher and a football coach and to start his men’s ministry. Britt admits, “It was an internal struggle because I knew there would be a pay cut and I would have to go back to school to get my Master’s Degree. But my new life in Him is so fulfilling and satisfying and His revelations continue to work through me, helping men to become a source of strength and substance." Britt is a powerful Nehemiah kind of a guy that will light a fire in your belly; this human dynamo really brings it! He's very vulnerable and authentic, and he’s not afraid to talk about his ups and downs. As Britt gained his sobriety, he leaned on Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” Britt explains, “That is the true statement of my life. I kept that verse in my pocket for three years." Be sure to follow Britt on Instagram @brittgusmus711 for his weekly video blogs for “Fired Up Fridays” and “Sunday Encouragement” and experience Britt’s contagious spirit and kinetic energy!