Brothers of Merit: Recent Episodes
Brandon Collier and Taylor Dooley
Brothers of Merit is a podcast for men of faith where we discuss what it takes to face and overcome life's daily battles. It is easier to succeed when you have other men walking beside you. Our mission is to inspire men to seek brotherhood through Christ. Each month we dig into real life issues that men face, and talk about different ways to overcome them by interviewing pastors, authors, musicians, and other community leaders. If you're ready to join the brotherhood, this is the podcast for you. Check us out at www.brothersofmerit.com.Be Vulnerable. Be Dedicated. Be Strong.
Listen as Taylor interviews Chris Bruno of Restoration Counseling regarding the importance of their ministry and what they are all about.
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The book of Mark is the second of the four Gospels. While it is also the shortest, it forms the foundation for the other Gospels to follow. Listen as the men of Brothers of Merit dive into the Gospel of Mark to explain why this is and to also discuss the details behind this powerful writing on the life of Jesus.
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Addiction is something that many suffer from in our society today. To overcome it, we must ensure Jesus has a part to play in the journey. Listen as we interview Pastor John Elmore of Watermark Community Church in Dallas, Texas and discuss his journey through addiction and how Jesus played the major role in starting his freedom.
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The book of Matthew is the first of the four Gospels. It is packed with the amazing miracles that Jesus performed and the Word of God that He spoke to spread and further the Kingdom of Heaven. Listen as the men of Brothers of Merit breakdown the Gospel of Matthew and discuss it in detail with what Matthew wrote and how he documented the life of Jesus.
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It is amazing how much one person can mean to someone else and how much they can influence your relationship with Jesus. Listen as we interview Craig Cooper to talk about the incredible story of his faith and how he helped Walker Hayes build his personal relationship with Jesus.
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We are excited to be back for another season here at Brothers of Merit! Jesus continues to steer this ministry in many ways to help spread the Word and build disciples. Listen as Taylor and I discuss season 4 and talk about what is new with Brothers of Merit and in our lives.
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Season 3 has been an amazing season. God has continued to provide us with great interviews and content to help all of us further our faith and relationships. Listen as we discuss current events, the future of Brothers of Merit, and close out season 3!
Thank you all for the ongoing support of our ministry.
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This is such a powerful episode!
“It is God’s design, desire, and intention to empower humans and entrust them to participate in the ongoing creativity of the universe.” - Morgan Snyder
Listen as we interview Morgan Snyder, of Become Good Soil, about the power of God and how He is constantly and consistently working in our lives.
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"Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me." - Luke 9:23
Listen as we interview Scott Abrams about faith and recovery and how we all struggle with something that attempts to rob us of our joy, peace, and authentic lives. However, following Christ will give us freedom in the fight.
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Freedom in the Fight
"Be strong, and let us fight bravely for our people and the cities of our God. The Lord will do what is good in His sight." - 2 Samuel 10:12
Listen as we interview Jeff Thompson, founder of 10:12 Sports, about their mission and how important it is to be "all in" with our faith and brotherhood.
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It is important in our walks with Christ to not confuse our identities with other external sources. No matter how hard this can be at times, Jesus should be our true identity. Listen as we interview Tal Short, Senior Product Manager for Reebok, about his walk and how he has no fear of displaying his identity in Jesus.
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God never stops working. He is so good, even when we are struggling to see it. Listen as Taylor and I discuss how He works even during the hardest and most challenging times of our lives.
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"Every man is a warrior inside. But the choice to fight is his own" - John Eldredge.
Listen as we interview John Eldredge and discuss what it means to be a warrior in our walks with Christ and through brotherhood.
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Ransomed Heart
Can you imagine everything you own and love being taken away within minutes of each other? How would your feelings towards God be at that moment? Would you respond like Job did? Listen as we dig into The Old Testament and study chapter 1 of Job to discuss his challenges and how they relate to our lives today.
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Throughout our walk, we will encounter tough times when we need to lean on our brothers for support. The presence of each man, both physically and emotionally, is key to growing stronger in Christ and overcoming these hurdles. Listen as we interview Al Robertson of Duck Commander and the Unashamed podcast about how important all of our roles are in brotherhood.
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Sometimes we don't realize how powerful our words can be to others or who they can hurt. Proverbs 15:4 says "The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit". Listen as we interview Student Ministry Coordinator Ryan Dilworth about the power of words.
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God has a plan for everyone, regardless of whether we believe it is the correct one or not. Sometimes taking the first step into His plan is the hardest part. Listen as we interview Ben Malcolmson of the Seattle Seahawks and hear about his walk with the Lord and the exciting journey through the sports world that came with it.
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We are excited to be back for another season here at Brothers of Merit. God has taken this ministry further than we could ever imagine and we are eager for what is in store. Listen as Taylor and I discuss season 3 and talk about what is new with Brothers of Merit and in our lives.
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Brothers of Merit is excited to announce the release of our Fireside Study Series! Listen as we talk about what the series entails, where to find them, and what the future holds for them.
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Listen as we wrap-up season 2 and discuss how God worked in Brothers of Merit and our lives this past season. We also talk about the upcoming season 3 and the release of our Fireside Study Series. Thank you for the continued support!
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Just like everyday life, running a marathon challenges you spiritually, physically, mentally, and emotionally. Listen as we interview Mike Mottie, aka The Beard, about running the Marine Corps Marathon and how God was his strength through the finish line and more.
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Pastors are surrounded by members of their church on a daily basis. Most will say that it is God and the people that make them love their job so much. Listen as we interview Pastor Kevin Syes about where God and ministry has taken his life and how brotherhood has been a part of the journey.
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The role of the Chaplain within the NFL is a critical position that many are unaware of. Listen as we interview Baltimore Ravens Chaplain Johnny Shelton about how God, life, and football intersect within the NFL.
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We are all called to spread the gospel and help further others walks with God. Listen as we interview Taylor's brother Brendon about how God plays such an active role in his life and his acts of evangelism.
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We have so much to be thankful for in our lives, specifically God and his love and sacrifice for us. We also can show this by giving to others in many different ways. Listen as Taylor and I discuss the Thanksgiving holiday and how being thankful and giving correlates to our faith.
How does one discover their freedom from shame, guilt, and sin? Listen as we interview Pastor Zach Maldonado on his new book "Perfect and Forgiven" and how it relates to our walk with God.
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Brokenness brings us together and redemption keeps us close. Listen as we interview MJ Salvatore about how surrendering yourself to God leads to the healing we all desire.
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Regardless of the tough times that athletes face on and off the field, Christ is their refuge and strength through it all. Listen as we interview Baltimore Raven James Hurst about his career at UNC and in the NFL, and how God has been with him through it all.
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Having a mentor and/or being a mentor is a crucial part of brotherhood. Listen as we interview Grant Lockard about the importance of mentoring in our walks with God.
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Brothers of Merit is back for a second season. We are stoked for what God has in store and can't wait to further our walks with everyone. Listen as Taylor and I discuss the upcoming Season of Brothers of Merit and how God is currently working in our lives.
Listen as we wrap-up Season 1 and discuss the upcoming Season 2 and the future of Brothers of Merit. Thanks for all of your support!
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Men from all walks of life deal with the same issues on a daily basis, regardless of who you are or your status in society. What brings light to these dark and tough times is that God is with each man every step of the way. Listen as we interview August Burns Red drummer Matt Greiner about faith, brotherhood, and his time with the band.
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It doesn't matter what place you are at in life, God can and will show up in many ways. Listen as we interview Navy SEAL and Actor Remi Adeleke about his faith and his advice on authentic brotherhood.
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Sports gives each player another way to connect with God and truly praise everything his son did for us. Listen as we interview professional lacrosse player Stephen Kelly about his faith and how it has led him to closer relationships on and off the field.
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“For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.”1 Timothy 4:8. Listen as we interview 4x Regional CrossFit Games and 2x CrossFit Games competitor Nathan Bramblett about his life full of fitness, family, and faith.
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"Your life is a message that God wants to communicate to the world". Listen as we interview Troy Mangum of The Kindling Fire about their mission and advice on brotherhood.
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Brotherhood isn't always easy and it usually takes more work than some may expect. Listen as we interview Pastor Jim Powell about the importance of being intentional in brotherhood.
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Part 2! You had questions for us so we looked into them! We reached out to past guests from our show and asked them the same questions you sent in to us. Listen as we give you in-depth input from them, as well as, some from Brandon and Taylor.
You had questions for us so we looked into them! We reached out to past guests from our show and asked them the same questions you sent in to us. Listen as we give you in-depth input from them, as well as, some from Brandon and Taylor. Part 2 will air mid-week on Wednesday the 26th.
Things in life don't always end up as you planned. Listen as we interview Rashawn Copeland about his story and how God changed it through his love and grace.
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Every man should have a mentor in his life that he can turn to for guidance and direction. Listen as we interview Steve Glick and Justin Watkins of Men of Iron about equipping men and growing Godly leaders.
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The ride from college to Wall Street to starting a business, and then a family, can be a wild one. Listen as we interview Henry Kaestner of Faith Driven Entrepreneur and Sovereign's Capital about how God has worked in his life through family, business, and much more.
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Regardless of who you are, you can be the one to spread the word (The Good News) to anyone who needs it. Listen as we interview Jake Fraley, of the Seattle Mariners organization, on his experiences in life and in baseball.
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Waiting has many meanings in life and ministry. Listen as we interview Jono Contestabile about serving God and others and how waiting patiently can play a significant role in it.
As believers, some of us are still skeptical about certain aspects of Christianity. Also, we are sometimes afraid to be ourselves in order to portray the "Christian Image". Listen as we interview Pastor Mark Clark of Village Church about his story and the background behind his book "The Problem of God".
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Whether it is providing music for others to connect with God or traveling around the globe as missionaries and serving, the Willet brothers have always been dedicated to serving God and people. Listen as we interview Jeremy and Justin Willet about their lives as touring musicians, dedicated missionaries, and now their cause-focused brand, GLBAL.
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One of the most important gaps to bridge in the lives of children and young adults is faith and athletics. The Fellowship of Christian Athletes does this worldwide. Listen as we interview Brandon Johnson about the FCA and how they are an integral part of youth and young adults lives.
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From the crucifixion of Jesus to maintaining a healthy marriage, brotherhood has its place in both and everything else in between. Listen as we interview Pastor Reid Robinette about the importance of brotherhood in Jesus' relationship with his disciples.
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Battling yourself is one of the toughest fights you'll ever encounter. With this, we sometimes forget about the tools God has given us to use. Listen as we interview Adam Kutlik regarding the self doubt of a man and how it relates to the story of Moses in Exodus 3 and 4.
Walking with Christ and trying to look like Jesus everyday shouldn't just be a goal, it should be a lifestyle. This lifestyle should be the foundation to our Christianity. Listen as we interview Barrett Bogan about Lifestyle Catalyst Academy and how God has worked through him to help better others walks with Christ.
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The main goal of a man is to leave a legacy behind for his family and future generations. To do this, we must equip and empower ourselves and others to be the best men God wants us to be. Listen as we interview Lance and Dante from Legacy Dads about what it takes to be a great husband and father.
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It doesn't matter where you are in your walk with God, life can be challenging and unpredictable. You're going to encounter times where you need others more than ever. Listen as we interview Jesse Schuman from Elevation Church about life and setting goals.
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One of the greatest traits a man can have is to ensure there is integrity between his words and his actions. This can be more easily accomplished with brothers by his side. Listen as we interview United States Army Chaplain, Colonel Charles Causey, and he shares his stories and experiences from serving God, his country, and his family.
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God provides many platforms for men to use to connect with him and his word. Hunting has been one of those platforms for many men. Listen as we interview Steve Chapman about his experiences in the outdoors and how it helped connect him closer to God, his wife and children, and his friends.
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Life is full of up’s and down’s that we can’t always prepare for. However, what we can plan for is God being there with us everyday. Listen as we interview Luke Rodgers about life, his time spent on missions in Southeast Asia, building a multi-million dollar company to watching it fade away, and brotherhood. Luke explains how God was with him through all of this.
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As men we have an extremely important role to play in a relationship. Women look to us to be the leaders. Listen as we interview Pastor Jeremy Howard about his book "You're the Husband" and the 5 areas of leading that provide the road map for men as we navigate through marriage.
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The truth about the cross should be enough to enable you to feel confident about your day of judgement. As men in today’s world, sin is constantly surrounding us on a daily basis. However, we often forget that our sins are forgiven regardless if they are past, present, or future. Listen as we interview Pastor Zach Maldonado on why Jesus is enough and how he emphasizes this in his book “The Cross Worked”.
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Restoring the heart of a man is not an easy task. Neither is reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Listen as Taylor and I interview Dr. Randy Hemphill about his book “The Restored Man”. We discuss the life-changing path men need to take to do this and the four phases involved.
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Men from all walks of life deal with the same issues on a daily basis, regardless of who you are or your status in society. What brings light to these dark and tough times is that God is with each man every step of the way. Listen as Taylor and I interview August Burns Red drummer Matt Greiner about his faith, brotherhood, and his time with the band.
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Before leading others you have to lead yourself. This can be difficult if you don't know where to start and how to pursue it. Learn to lead yourself with a purpose. Listen as Taylor and I go through the four different stages to better lead yourself so you can effectively and efficiently lead others.
Emotions are usually something men try to hide and not speak of. Mike Mottie is a former Marine and combat veteran who’s plans for life didn’t match what God had planned for him. Listen as I interview Mike and we discuss how events such as a divorce, military service, a brothers suicide, and more can lead to dark and unstable emotions and how to deal with them.
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Brotherhood started before we became men. It started when we were young boys and it evolved through our lives to what it is today. Listen as Taylor Dooley and I uncover the four stages of brotherhood and how they could relate to your life as well.
Throughout life you're always going to have to overcome fears in order to succeed. Along with that success, comes those who doubt you or have something to say about you. In this episode we discuss both of those topics and the 4 steps used to overcome your fears.
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