The Godly Young Men Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The G.Y.M. (Godly Young Men) podcast is for young men ages 15-25 who are desiring to be stronger men of God. This podcast deals with the spiritual side of being a godly young man as well as the practical side. Episode topics will address the importance of working out, developing godly confidence, how to pick a career, striving for greatness, biblical masculinity, and so much more!
Despite living in the most connected society of all time, loneliness is at epidemic levels right now. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss various ways that godly young men can combat loneliness. Specific topics include:
- Why you can't microwave a close friendship
- Is loneliness normal?
- How much should we prioritize online friends?
- Why being in nature actually helps with loneliness
- Why you shouldn't compromise in your friend choices
- The difference between being alone and being lonely
And much more! For more info, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Being a man is pretty highly frowned upon these days. Men are belittled, ridiculed, and pretty much treated as the lowest class of citizen by the media. In this episode, Joe & Will remind godly young men why it's absolutely great to be a man. Specific topics include:
- The all-out assault on men and why
- Why men are giving up responsibility when they receive no privilege
- Being the stronger vessel
- The privilege of leadership
- How decision-making is out of style
- Guys' hobbies vs. girls' hobbies
And much more! For more, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Every godly young man should know the do's and don't's of eating out at a restaurant. In this not quite as serious episode, Joe & Will go through their list of things that godly young men should know about restaurant etiquette. Specific topics include:
- Being kind to the waiter/waitress
- Why you should never comment on the price of the meal
- If someone else is paying, how expensive should you order?
- How much should you tip?
- Why you should never be the first to sit in a large party
- Why you should always wait for others' food to arrive before eating
And so much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Let's face it. Pre-marital sex is painted in such an enticing light everywhere we turn in the culture today. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why this is one of the most challenging temptations a young man will face and why it's wrong beyond just "because the Bible says so." Specific topics include:
- How the church treats sex as taboo
- 6 reasons why pre-marital sex is wrong
- How pre-marital sex ignores commitment
- The problem with getting privileges without responsibility
- How far can you go with your girlfriend?
- A few words of advice
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
We live in a world where being anti-capitalism is growing more and more popular among young people. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the details of capitalism and socialism and which economic structure godly young men should lean towards. Specific topics include:
- What is capitalism and what is socialism?
- The 6 pillars of capitalism
- The false idea of complete and total equality
- Does the Bible favor capitalism or socialism?
- Crony capitalism and why it's a problem
- Were the early Christians socialist?
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Should you chase something that might be idealistic? Or settle for mediocrity? In this episode, Joe & Will discuss whether or not striving for greatness in everything we do as godly young men is too idealistic and not worth trying. Specific topics include:
- What's the alternative to chasing the ideal?
- Brokenness culture
- Making the perfect the enemy of the good
- Giving yourself grace vs. making excuses
- Complacency vs. contentment
And much more! For more, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
A reputation is one of the most important things a godly young man will ever have. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the importance of reputation and focus on how to build a good reputation. Specific topics include:
- What your reputation can affect
- What the Bible has to say about reputation
- Traits you need to build a good reputation
- How fast you can lose your reputation
- Various reputations to avoid
And so much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Almost no one likes the word "budget." But in this episode, Joe & Will discuss the nuts and bolts of budgeting, and why being intentional with your money is what godly young men should do. Specific topics include:
- Why does how you handle your money matter?
- Why you MUST plan for your family's future
- A step by step discussion on how to do a budget
- The difference in fixed costs and variable costs
- What is a surplus vs. a deficit?
- What happens if you're not intentional with your money
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Testosterone is declining rapidly among young men during today's times. In this episode, Joe & Will tackle the subject of building testosterone in men and why it's important. Specific topics include:
- The testosterone crisis
- Why does this even matter?
- True masculinity vs. the world's version
- Signs of low testosterone
- Various ways to build testosterone
- The importance of sunlight, sleep, exercise, and other things
- How to reduce stress
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
The concept of truth is completely under attack in our society today. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss postmodernism and whether or not truth is relative or objective. Specific topics include:
- What is postmodernism?
- Does there have to be an objective standard of truth?
- Where does this leave us as a society?
- What does the Bible say?
- Ways this can impact your faith
- How postmodernism can lead you to question Jesus Christ
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
While we should never be rude or unkind to anyone, there are just certain types of people that godly young men should avoid. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss these types of people and why we should avoid them. Specific topics include:
- Is this being too judgmental?
- Character-defining traits
- Avoiding the bad boy
- Avoiding stupid people
- Avoiding Mr. Gossip
- Avoiding the boundary pusher
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org
Everywhere you look, our society is accepting and even praising mediocrity. In this episode, Joe & Will examine this issue and discuss why godly young men should strive for greatness and excellence rather than just settling for being mediocre. Specific topics include:
- Where you see mediocrity on social media
- Accepting mediocrity in academics
- How mediocrity relates to society disincentivizing capitalism
- Where you see mediocrity on a personal & individual level
- Being intentional with every hour of your life
- What can you practically do to not accept mediocrity?
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Modern-day society tries to convince guys to take shortcuts in a lot of crucial areas. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why shortcuts don't work and why godly young men should avoid even trying them. Specific topics include:
- Why shortcuts can be so tempting
- Different areas of life that offer shortcuts
- How dopamine addiction fuels our impatience
- How shortcuts can cause you to look down on hard work
- Why the process matters more than the result
- Why you respect yourself more when you don't take shortcuts
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Almost all guys are motivated by one thing or another. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss what are unhealthy and healthy things to be motivated by. Specific topics include:
- Is it good or bad to be motivated by guilt?
- Is fear a healthy motivation?
- The "chip on your shoulder" mentality
- The problem with always doing things for other people
- Pride & arrogance as a motivation
- What is a healthy motivation?
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Is being a momma's boy a good thing or a bad thing? In this episode, Joe & Will discuss all the problems godly young man can have by being momma's boys. Specific topics include:
- The role of the father in shaping sons
- How being a momma's boy can hurt your marriage
- What being a momma's boy IS & ISN'T
- What does it look like to be a momma's boy?
- How you can get over being a momma's boy
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Every godly young man will get to fill out their resume and sit through a job interview at least once in their life. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the do's and don't's of resume writing and interviewing for a job. Specific topics include:
- Being honest on your resume
- What do you need to add to your resume?
- What time should you arrive for your interview?
- Your posture and attire for your interview
- What job interviewers are looking for
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
There's certain characteristics that all godly young men just need to avoid. In this episode, Joe & Will list 10 different versions of "THAT" guy that you don't want to be. Specific topics include:
- The Tryhard guy
- The Wheelhouse guy
- The "Actually" guy
- The One-Up Guy
- Mr. Look at Me guy
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Accountability is so crucial for guys being successful in life. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the value of accountability and why every guy needs to know what to look for in an accountability partner. Specific topics include:
- Why accountability is important for guys
- Why your wife/girlfriend shouldn't be your (only) accountability partner
- Some biblical examples of accountability
- How to choose an accountability partner
- Why your accountability partner should be better than you in some way
- How to be a good accountability partner
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
With summer just around the corner, it is absolutely immodesty season. In this episode, Will & Joe navigate some difficult territory and answer some challenging questions regarding dressing modestly. Specific topics include:
- Are men's modesty and women's modesty equal?
- Is it a guy's responsibility or the girl's?
- Immodesty as a stumbling block
- Does God give us a standard for what's modest/immodest?
- Modesty pitfalls for guys to avoid
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
So many young men these days struggle with being directionless and aimlessness. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how to handle this feeling and what you can do about it. Specific topics include:
- What causes so many young men to feel directionless?
- Fear of the unknown and fear of failure
- The crucial role that parents play in a young man's direction
- Knowing your values and missions
- The balance of chasing your passions without being unrealistic
- Move your feet
And so much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Spending time with God is the one of the most important things a young man can do, but so many don't know how. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how to practically spend time with God and what that should look like. Specific topics include:
- Why you have to have a plan to spend your time
- The importance of intentionality, prioritization, and consistency
- Getting past the weirdness/awkwardness of prayer
- Helpful tips for prayer
- What about Bible reading?
- Helpful tips for Bible reading
And so much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Raising daughters is a great deal different than raising sons. In this episode, Joe & Will each list the top 5 things they want to pass on to their daughters. Specific topics include:
- Why modesty matters
- Being a true, genuine friend
- Why the world is wrong about a girl's #1 commodity
- Is being submissive weak?
- Is being a stay at home wife lazy?
- Appreciating the value and worth God sees in us
And so much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Raising sons can be intimidating and overwhelming. In this episode, Joe & Will both list the top 5 things they want to teach their sons. Specific topics include:
- Progress over perfection
- Why being a flake is a bad character trait
- Sexual fulfillment found in marriage
- Why the little things matter
- Leading with a generational mindset as a father
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Old people are just the worst, aren't they? In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the way younger people should view and treat older people. Specific topics include:
- The generational gap
- How young people contribute to the problem
- How old people contribute to the problem
- An aversion to tradition vs. change
- General avoidance of conversation/mentoring
- Why Godly Young Men MUST respect older people
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Why are so many young men leaving the church of Christ and choosing orthodoxy? In this episode, Joe & Will dive into this question and discuss what the church can learn from Orthodoxy's appeal to young men. Specific topics include:
- What is Orthodoxy?
- Why Orthodoxy appeals to young men
- The expectations and challenges that Orthodoxy provides
- A man's desire to be a part of something important
- What the church of Christ can learn from this
And so much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Is it common for guys to have insecurities or is that just an issue for girls? In this episode, Joe & Will take on the topic of insecurities and answer a ton of questions surrounding how guys should handle them. Specific topics include:
- Common areas of insecurities for guys
- Various causes of insecurities for guys
- Playing the comparison game
- Is it true that everyone has insecurities?
- Are insecurities sinful?
- How do you overcome insecurities?
- Developing a plan to overcome insecurities
- The proper spiritual perspective
And much more! For more info, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Risk-taking is usually looked at as a common, masculine trait. Is taking risks inherently stupid or are there times in life when taking risks is what a godly young man should do? Joe & Will answer that question in this episode. Specific topics include:
- How risky should we physically be with our bodies?
- Skydiving, motorcycles, snowmobiling, etc.
- How much risk should you take when pursuing a girl?
- Should you play it safe or take risks in your career?
- Finances - Is debt a bad risk to take?
- Investments, crypto, and real estate
- Joe & Will's 5 principles for taking risks
And so much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Society has plenty of incorrect opinions on what it means to be masculine. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss what stereotypically masculine things actually are healthy for young men to do. Specific topics include:
- The fake versions of masculinity
- Why certain masculinity stereotypes are healthy
- Lifting weights
- Playing sports
- Hunting & fishing
- Fixing things
- How these activities build your self esteem as a man
And so much more!
For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Not everyone is blessed with an available father, either physically or emotionally. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how to handle situations where your father is not the man he should be. Specific topics include:
- The impacts of a physically unavailable father
- What do we mean by an emotionally unavailable father?
- How your view of your earthly father affects your view of your Heavenly Father
- How to have tough discussions with your dad
- Striving to be a better dad than your father was to you
- A word to the fathers...
And so much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Public speaking is a skill that is immensely valuable to all young men. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the technical side of public speaking as well as the details of preaching sermons. Specific topics include:
- Dynamics of public speaking
- Voice inflection, posture, eye contact, hand gestures, etc.
- Why the dynamics matter
- What about preaching sermons?
- The ins and outs of preaching a sermon
- The content of a sermon: topical vs. textual
- Will & Joe's most embarrassing preaching stories
And so much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Contrary to what may be popular opinion, every Christian young man should not make being a preacher their aim. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why that is and how to know if being a preacher is for you. Specific topics include:
- Why every young man shouldn't be a preacher
- The immaturity problem
- Using ministry as a backup plan
- Questions to ask yourself if you're thinking of preaching
- Do we have a preacher crisis?
- What about tentmaking?
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Far too many young men don't put any thought into their participation in worship. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how godly young men can commit to increasing their participation in worship. Specific topics include:
- How to increase your FOCUS during worship
- Focusing during singing, prayer, Lord's supper, and sermon
- How to increase your PARTICIPATION in worship
- Why you have to sing out
- What to think about during the Lord's supper
- How to increase your ROLE in worship
And much more! For more info, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
There's no denying that the church has an eldership crisis. In the first episode of 2024, Joe & Will discuss why all godly young men should make being an elder a goal worth striving for. Specific topics include:
- Are elders the spiritually elite of the church?
- Why are elders so important?
- Examining the eldership qualifications
- The "faithful kids" debate
- What can you be doing RIGHT NOW?
And so much more! For more info, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
We reached our 50th episode! In this special, year-end episode, Joe & Will discuss the importance of godly young men evaluating themselves to determine where they're headed in life. Specific topics include:
- Examining the past
- Setting goals for yourself
- Why writing down your accomplishments & failures helps
- Examining the present
- Examining the future
- A year-end review of the Godly Young Men Podcast
And so much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
While it might not be on their radar before having kids, godly young men need to be ready for the decision on how to educate their kids. In this episode, Joe & Will make the case why every godly young man should homeschool their kids. Specific topics include:
- Why homeschooling is statistically on the rise
- How public schools contribute to youth unfaithfulness
- Debunking myths about homeschooling
- "Aren't homeschoolers weird and awkward?"
- 4 reasons to homeschool your kids
And so much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Critical thinking is a lost art in society today. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why godly young men must develop critical thinking and how they can go about doing so. Specific topics include:
- Book smart vs. street smart
- Learning how to think and not just what to think
- The role of academia in the loss of critical thinking
- How to develop critical thinking
- Learning how other people think
And so much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Young men are faced with all kinds of challenges when it comes to entertainment. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how a godly young man should handle the various forms of entertainment society throws their way. Specific topics include: - Is God anti-entertainment? - What movies/shows can godly young men NOT watch? - How much language is too much language? - What about violence? - How music can affect our worldview - VR, video games, podcasts, etc. And so much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Social anxiety affects so many young men these days. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how godly young men can overcome social anxiety and why it's important for them to do so. Specific topics include:
- How to know if you have social anxiety
- How Covid impacted social anxiety
- What the Bible says about social anxiety
- The key to overcoming social anxiety
- Just. Be. Honest.
And so much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
A lot of young men think they've "arrived." In this episode, Joe & Will discuss what it means for young men to earn their place in the world and why that's important. Specific topics include:
- Why inserting yourself into conversations is a problem
- How the Bible emphasizes older generations
- Why everything shouldn't be equal
- How do young men earn their place?
- Why self-awareness is CRITICAL
And much more! For more info, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Most young men today are only immersed in today's culture and know very little about what it means to be cultured in a broader sense. In this more lighthearted episode, Joe & Will discuss all the elements of being cultured and why young men should strive to be cultured. Specific topics include:
- Why does it matter to be cultured?
- Why being cultured gives you a legitimate voice
- The importance of being cultured with music
- The importance of being cultured with art
- Being cultured with fine dining, travel, etc.
- How this relates to God's Word and Bible study
And much more! For more info, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
At some point, every young man asks themselves if they're ready for marriage. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how a godly young man can know if he's ready for marriage, or maybe more importantly... how he can know if he's NOT ready for marriage. Specific topics include:
- Is there such a thing as "fully ready" for marriage?
- Marrying old vs. marrying young
- Hallmarks of guys who AREN'T ready for marriage
- Being obsessed with teenager type fun
- The importance of emotional stability
- Hallmarks of guys who ARE ready for marriage
- What does it mean to be financially stable?
And so much more! For more info, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Most young people today, even in the church, couldn't tell you what the purpose is for marriage and sex according to God's word. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss what the purpose for marriage & sex is and why every godly young man MUST know what they are. Specific topics include:
- Why the world sees no point for marriage
- Apart from God, marriage is meaningless
- Why most young people don't view marriage positively
- What is the full purpose of marriage?
- Why marriage isn't just about two people co-existing
- How the church can do better in their discussions of sex
And much more! For more info, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Deion Sanders has taken the sports world by storm in polarizing fashion. Everyone seems to have a strong opinion on him. In this episode, Joe & Will examine why Deion is so effective in leadership and love him or hate him, what godly young men can learn from him. Specific topics include:
- Why Deion gets so much hate
- Where Deion goes wrong
- What makes Deion such an effective leader?
- The "fair & equality" myth
- Demanding a high level of effort
- Infectious confidence & charisma
And much more! For more info, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Is it okay to be a follower? Should all men strive to be leaders? In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the leader vs. follower dynamic and what godly young men should aim for. Specific topics include:
- Leadership traits that ALL men should strive for
- Assertiveness vs. servant leadership
- How optimism helps you be an effective leader
- The problem with people pleasing
- High expectations vs. encouraging your followers
- Ways to excel as a follower
And much more! For more info, visit www.focuspress.org
The self-esteem battle is a battle many young people face, even young men. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss self-esteem and how to have positive self-esteem that's not too high or too low with God as the foundation. Specific topics include:
- Different types of low self-esteem
- Where ultimate value & worth comes from
- Why popularity can't be what drives your self-esteem
- Don't care what irrelevant people think
- The key to having positive self-esteem
And so much more! For more info, visit www.focuspress.org
Far too many young men are wrapped up in thinking about themselves and their problems. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the various cards that young men can play that are simply unbecoming of godly young men. Specific topics include:
- The victim mentality card
- The "Leaning into bad character traits" card
- Is insecurity wrong?
- Unattainable Image Syndrome
- "Nobody cares. Work harder."
And much more! For more info, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Mental health has been a focal point in our society in recent years. In this episode, Joe & Will tackle the tough subject of mental health and what a godly young man's perspective on it should be whether he's struggling with it or not. Specific topics include:
- How 21 Pilots, Mac Miller, Logic, NF, and others influenced the mental health discussion
- What causes mental health struggles?
- Why mental health struggles cannot define you
- The root of depression
- The root of anxiety
- Why finding community is essential to good mental health
And much more! For more info, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Guys, young and old alike these days, are altogether unserious. There's not many young men specifically who take themselves seriously. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why godly young men must take themselves seriously and how to do so. Specific topics include:
- Why is being "unserious" a problem?
- How chasing fun and youthfulness leads to "unseriousness"
- Why refusing to take risks and achieve difficult things leads to "unseriousness"
- Why godly young men should put an end to all self-deprecating humor
- Why godly young men should scale back on being a perpetual kid
And so much more! For more info, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Social media is a part of our world whether we like it or not. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how godly young men should handle themselves on social media and what pitfalls to avoid. Specific topics include:
- Don't have an alternate identity online
- Stop caring so much what other people think
- Be careful how you interact with girls online
- Should we download TikTok?
- What about Instagram, Snapchat, etc.?
And much more! For more, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Money makes the world go round as they say... how should godly young men view money? In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why godly young men must have a proper relationship with money and how to be financially responsible. Topics include:
- Is it wrong to want money?
- The problem with chasing money for status
- Where the Bible speaks positively about wealth
- Learning to keep a budget
- Saving & investing
- Legitimate spending vs. frivolous spending
- Why a godly young man MUST be financially responsible
And so much more! For more, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
At this point, it's almost impossible to not know who Andrew Tate is. In this episode, Joe & Will examine Andrew Tate's 10 rules for life in order to determine where Andrew Tate is right and where he's wrong. Topics include:
- Is Andrew Tate right about anything?
- Embrace suffering
- Be competitive
- Is outworking everyone even possible?
- Honoring your ancestors
- The MAJOR flaw in Andrew Tate's 10 rules
And much more! For more, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Reading is a lost art almost completely among young men today. In this episode, Joe & Will make the case that reading books of all genres should be an integral part of a godly young man's life. Topics for this episode include:
- Why reading makes you smarter
- Why reading improves your communication abilities
- Why reading expands your attention span
- Why reading helps with your Bible study
- Tips for getting started
- Will & Joe's top books from each genre
And so much more! For more, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Many young men are left clueless about what it looks like to actually be a gentleman. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why godly young men should strive to be gentlemen and what exactly that looks like. Topics include:
- "The Jerk"
- Andrew Tate Syndrome
- "Mr. Desperate"
- Why maturity is preferable to being a goofball
- How to be a gentleman
- Doting without spoiling
And much more! For more, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Dating typically goes completely unquestioned both in culture and in the church. In this episode, Joe & Will examine the modern practice of dating to consider the problems with it and to discuss if there is a better way of finding a potential spouse. Topics for the episode include:
- What's the purpose of dating?
- What are the problems with dating?
- Why dating gives ample opportunity to give in to temptation
- Unrealistic relationship expectations
- Why godly young men should look for something different
- What "intentional dating" looks like
And much more! For more, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
The greatest threat to being the type of man God wants us to be is without a doubt the threat of pornography. We live in a world where porn is only getting easier and easier to access and become addicted to. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how you can break free from pornography, whether you're struggling with just occasional use, or a full-fledged addiction. Topics for this episode include:
- Behavioral methods such as software filters & accountability partners
- Knowing and avoiding your triggers
- How do you know if you're truly addicted?
- Why porn is not the problem, but actually a symptom of the problem
- Why do so many young men run to porn?
And so much more! For more, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Many young men are far more interested in and knowledgeable about sci-fi, Marvel, or video games than they are about what's going on in politics or culture. In this episode, Will and special guest host Reese Harrub discuss why young men SHOULD care about politics and the culture. Topics for this episode include:
- Why politics and culture are inherently related
- Does God want you to care about politics?
- How being plugged in to the culture helps you to lead your family
- How politics affects various aspects of our lives
- Will & Reese's top 3 patriotic movies
And much more! For more, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Friends can make or break you. For young men, choosing the right friends can have a huge impact on whether or not you stay faithful to God. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss what to look for in friends and how you can be the right friend for someone else. Topics for this episode include:
- Why you need guy-guy friendships
- What makes a good friend?
- Look for someone who challenges you to be better
- Look for someone with whom you can discuss difficult subjects
- Watch out for "Yes men"
- Watch out for "convenient" friends
And much more! For more, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Our worldly culture gives young men all kinds of bad advice regarding what to look for in a wife. In this episode, Joe, Will, and special guest Luke Harrub discuss what godly young men should prioritize in seeking out a godly wife. Topics for this episode include:
- "Wife material" according to society
- Be wary of the checklist mentality
- What godly young men should look for in a wife
- The difference between flaunting yourself and presenting yourself well
- The importance of a moldable heart
And much more! For more, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
"What do you want to do with your life?" "What do you want to be when you grow up?" Young men are inundated with questions like this all the time. In this episode, Joe & Will tackle the importance of choosing the right career, and what young men need to know and be prepared for. Topics for the episode include:
- College vs. the workforce
- Blue collar vs. white collar jobs
- What are you looking for in a job?
- The reasons why certain jobs make more money
- Why to not jump ship constantly
- The importance of diversifying
- Traits/attributes to master now
And much more! For more, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
There are many things young people can be involved in that might not be categorized as sins... but are still unwise nonetheless. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss a few of these "youthful vices" and examine the problems with each. Topics include:
- Why some things can still be unwise even if they aren't "sins"
- Tattoos
- Vaping
- Gaming
- Phone Addiction
- Virtual Promiscuity
And much more!
For more, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Young people have heard hundreds of lessons on peer pressure and temptation... yet more and more young men are giving in to it without thinking twice. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss in depth how godly young men can fight to overcome temptation. Topics for this episode include:
- Being aware of what actually tempts you
- Don't put yourself in tempting situations
- Prom? Swim parties? Being alone with your girlfriend? Unlimited phone access?
- How do you get out of temptation?
- You have to decide that you're going to fight it
And much more!
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Are sports just a frivolous hobby? Aren't they basically the same thing as video games? In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why sports are so important for godly young men to be involved in and what larger life lessons they teach young men. Topics for this episode include:
- Why sports and video games aren't two equivalent hobbies
- Learning how to win and how to lose
- Work ethic in sports
- Pushing your limits in sports
- Teamwork in sports
And so much more!
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Culture tells guys all kinds of things about what a "good dad" looks like. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how God demands far more from fathers than what culture demands. Topics for this week's episode include:
- Why should we even want kids?
- Teaching your kids values through their activities
- Spending time productively with your kids
- Teaching your kids why good grades matter
- Setting boundaries for your kids
- Teaching your kids sexual virtue
And so much more!
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Marriage and the concept of being a husband can often be denigrated in our society today. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why marriage is worth pursuing and what being a godly husband looks like. Topics for this week's episode include:
- Why our culture disparages marriage
- Why marriage is worth pursuing
- Providing for your wife financially
- It's time to grow up
- Give up the wandering eye
- Don't stop trying after you get married
And so much more!
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Once you hit your teenage years, it's really never too early for godly young men to begin thinking about leading a family one day. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss what areas men need to lead their families and how young men can prepare for it. Topics for the episode include:
- What it means to be a spiritual leader of your family
- Leading your family PHYSICALLY
- Leading your family INTELLECTUALLY
- Leading your family EMOTIONALLY
- Leading your family SPIRITUALLY
And so much more!
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Communication skills are one of the most important elements to being successful in everyday life. In this epsiode, Joe & Will discuss why the ability to communicate well should be a priority for godly young men and what good communication practically looks like. Topics for this week's episode include:
- How communication is valuable in business, relationships, and with God
- The ability to articulate your emotions
- The ability to discuss tough/difficult subjects
- The ability to speak with confidence & charisma
- Self awareness
- Practical "Do's & Don't's" of communication
And so much more!
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Culture tells young people that they're supposed to hate their parents when they hit their teenage years. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why for godly young men, that should NOT be the case and why it's so important for young men to respect and honor their parents. Topics for this episode include:
- Culture's view of teenagers and parents
- Why did God give us parents?
- Understanding the hierarchal structure that God put in place
- Rejecting parental authority = rejecting God
- How we should treat our parents
And so much more!
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"Yeah, sure, evangelism is important, but can't that wait until I'm older? Isn't evangelism for the minister or a missionary?" In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why evangelism isn't just for older Christians or missionaries and how to overcome the mental obstacles to evangelism. Topics for this week's episode include:
- Why does evangelism matter so much?
- Mission trips/door-knocking vs. personal, everyday evangelism
- A prerequisite for being an effective evangelist
- 7 mental obstacles to overcome for evangelism
- Where do we go from here?
And so much more!
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Should guys care about their appearance? Should guys care about how they present themselves? While some might suggest otherwise, in this episode of the GYM podcast, Joe & Will discuss why a godly young man should care about the way they appear and present themselves. Topics for this week's episode include:
- ONLY caring about your external appearance is not godly
- Why caring about the way you look is not always a "pride" issue
- Do you want to be taken seriously or not?
- Why your appearance affects your self-image
- Why young men should care about the "small things"
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
The battle against lust is a battle that every young man fights just about every day. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why young men must commit to fighting lust and how to practically fight against lust in everyday life. Topics for this week's episode include:
- Why lust is so much harder to deal with in today's culture
- Practicing eye bouncing
- Avoiding places that promote lust
- Why you shouldn't follow Instagram models
- Get off Tik Tok
- Taking the way of escape
And much more! For more information, visit www.focuspress.org/podcast
Ever feel aimless with your days? Do you feel like you're constantly "chasing the day"? In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why godly young men should aim to conquer their mornings by getting up early and using them productively rather than wasting them. Topics for this episode include:
- Why you need to set the tone for the day
- Rhythm replaces strength
- Why making your bed matters
- The importance of not wasting your morning
- Keep your phone out of your bedroom
- Early bird or night owl?
- What gets you out of bed in the morning?
And much more!
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Most people know that they should study the Bible, but so many of them simply don't know how to do it. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how exactly we should study the Bible, and also why godly young men should study deeper in the first place. Topics for this episode include:
- Reading can be a great place to start, but what's next?
- Why do I even need to study deeper?
- The problems with ONLY topical Bible study
- The argument for exegetical Bible study
- How to study exegetically
- Do I have to understand the Greek?
- Personal tips/advice
And much more!
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Young people nowadays are constantly told to chase their dreams. Culture, social media, and Hollywood feed the mindset of chase your dreams culture. In this episode, Joe & Will seek to address that very concept. Should godly young men chase their dreams? Topics for this episode include:
- Dreams are called dreams for a reason
- Being grounded in reality
- Why young men should get a job
- Why do some people make more money than others?
- The importance of being dependable in your work
- You work attitude and how opportunities will be created
- Appreciating the grind
And so much more!
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Working hard? Surely that must be for suckers or for people who don't have any other option, right? In this episode, Joe & Will discuss how critical it is for young men to learn how to work hard. Topics for this episode include:
- YouTube star culture
- Providing for the family is not your wife's job
- How working hard helps you be in tune with reality
- The economic value of hard work
- What the Bible says about hard work
- 5 reasons why it's important for men to work hard
And much more!
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In this episode, Joe & Will lay out how young men can step up in worship and in their congregations. While many young men are content to just show up to church, God demands and expects a great deal more. Topics from this episode include:
- Why singing out is important
- How to center your mind during the Lord's Supper
- Should young men partake in contribution?
- Ways to step up outside of worship
- The danger of treating church as unimportant
And much more!
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In this episode, Joe & Will to discuss what godly young men need to know as they set out to talk and interact with girls. Topics for this episode include:
- The problem with online chatting
- Learning to take a hint
- What it means to be charming
- Getting your identity wrapped up in a girl
- The importance of respect for females
And so much more!
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Is it okay for a young man to be confident? At what point does confidence turn into arrogance? In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why it's important for young men to develop confidence for themselves, but also how to avoid letting that confidence turn into arrogance.
Topics for the episode include:
- Is confidence a good thing?
- Why you need confidence to be a godly young man
- How do you gain confidence?
- When does confidence turn into arrogance?
- Do's & Don't's
And so much more!
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Young men all over the nation feel the pressure to simply conform to the mainstream opinions of the day. Whether it's regarding important biblical principles, cultural beliefs, or just everyday opinions, Will & Joe encourage young men to step up and say things no one else is willing to say.
Topics for this episode include:
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3 areas young men need to stand up and say the hard things
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Don't be the "Never has an opinion" guy
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Why it's wrong to strive for the praises of men
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How to not be a contrarian
And so much more!
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In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why every young man should devote time to exercise and working out. While many deem it as optional, Joe & Will lay out how working out is imperative for young men to practice self-discipline.
Topics covered include:
- Why is working out so important for young men?
- The mental benefits of working out
- What the Bible says about exercise
- Developing self-discipline
- Practical advice for working out
- Do's & don't's of hitting the gym
- This or That: Gym edition
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For decades, young men in the church have been content to just coast in their relationship with God. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the fact that it's way past time for young men to step up in their relationship with God as well as how to do so.
Topics covered include:
- What does it mean to actually have a relationship with God?
- Steps 1,2, & 3 of how to establish/develop a relationship with God
- Practical tips for Bible study & prayer
- Will & Joe's top 3 Bible books to study
And so much more!
Will & Joe discuss why it's critical for young men to aim higher and set goals for themselves in every area of their lives. Young men need to set goals for their spirituality, education, health/fitness, finances, and even recreation. Topics covered include:
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Why do people usually fail at their goals?
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The importance of writing down your goals
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"Do your best" culture
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What does the Bible say about goal-setting?
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Is it a bad thing to live in the moment?
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How to start setting goals
And so much more!
In the premier episode of the Godly Young Men Podcast, Will & Joe discuss why it's important for young men to strive for greatness in every area of their lives. Episode 1 covers:
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Why are young men generally not striving for greatness?
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Striving for greatness in your spiritual life
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Don't be the "I'm too cool to try" guy
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Don't be afraid of failure
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Striving for greatness in academics
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We have to understand the "Why"
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New Year's Resolutions
And so much more!
Listen to find out what the G.Y.M. podcast is all about! Young men all across the nation need to reclaim their masculinity God's way and to strive for greatness in every area of their lives.