The Pursuit of Manliness

Throughout Scripture anytime someone was shown favoritism is backfired dramatically, and yet this is a lesson we still struggle to comprehend. In Genesis 25 we see Isaac the father of two sons, he loves Esau much more than Jacob, unfortunately a style of parenting that Jacob will pass on to his children. Secure your spot in The Herd:  you would like to see something discussed on the podcast send an email to pursuemanliness@gmail.com Sign up for your Fall Men's Retreat: your "A Quiet Life" Gear by visiting

On this weeks A Quiet Life we take a look at the word "Aspire." Too many men are leaving effort on the table each day. When we aspire, we set a goal, refine our focus and give maximum effort until its time for intentional rest. Sign up for your Fall Men's Retreat: your spot in The Herd: your "A Quiet Life" Gear by visiting  Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out:

Over the last 7 years The Pursuit of Manliness has grown in remarkable ways, The Herd is the next step for us to continue to Build Better Men Together. Secure your spot in The Herd:  you would like to see something discussed on the podcast send an email to pursuemanliness@gmail.com Sign up for your Fall Men's Retreat: your "A Quiet Life" Gear by visiting  Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out:

There are some areas and relationships in our life that should be off limits to others, one in particular that we need to make sure we protect that relationship. Sign up for your Fall Men's Retreat: your "A Quiet Life" Gear by visiting  Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist:

On this weeks PoM Podcast we continue to look at topics that you requested to be discussed during the summer months. On this episode we look at some of the challenges to friendships, men's ministry and why I don't go to coffee shops. If you would like to see something discussed on the podcast send an email to pursuemanliness@gmail.com Sign up for your Fall Men's Retreat: your "A Quiet Life" Gear by visiting  Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist:

What is the role of the father when it comes to giving his children in marriage? I can only imagine the varying degrees of involvement that we could consider if we were to all write them down. Regardless of your answer or upbringing the one thing we can not get away from in Scripture is the father does have a role and can not punt on that. Sign up for your Fall Men's Retreat: your "A Quiet Life" Gear by visiting  Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist:

On this weeks A Quiet Life we take a look at the tension of "Mind your own affairs" and getting involved in the life of others, especially when it comes to be an active participant in the Kingdom. Sign up for your Fall Men's Retreat: your "A Quiet Life" Gear by visiting  Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist:

It is exceedingly difficult to lead someone on a path that you have never actually traveled yourself. For many men they did not have a rite of passage from being a boy to manhood leaving droves of men left wandering around attempting to create their own path. This can be a good thing with the right foundation. Without it they are wandering a path to nowhere. If you would like to see something discussed on the podcast send an email to pursuemanliness@gmail.com Sign up for your Fall Men's Retreat: your "A Quiet Life" Gear by visiting  Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist:

Do you love God or what He offers? If we only love God for what He offers then when we feel like we have been shortchanged or when obedience doesn't make sense we will really question our relationship with Him. Sign up for your Fall Men's Retreat: your "A Quiet Life" Gear by visiting  Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist:

Is it possible to live a quiet life and mind your own affairs amongst people? It seems to me the biggest obstacle to me is other people, But the real problem is wherever I go, with people or away from them, I take my sin with me. Sign up for your Fall Men's Retreat: your "A Quiet Life" Gear by visiting  Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist:

I recently asked the men of The Pursuit of Manliness what they would like to hear discussed on the podcast during the summer months. Over the next several weeks you are going to hear about some of those topics they wanted to see talked about. On today's podcast I talk about the process of sanctification. I will do my best during this episode to explain what it is, why its imperative in the Christian walk and what the ultimate goal is. If you would like to see something discussed on the podcast send an email to pursuemanliness@gmail.com Sign up for your Fall Men's Retreat: your "A Quiet Life" Gear by visiting  Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist:

We are all in a season of waiting, it might be something small or significant but regardless of seasons of life we are waiting on something. The Bible tells us that waiting on the Lord can renew our strength. (Isaiah 40:31) But why does it often feel like the opposite happens? Sign up for your Fall Men's Retreat: your "A Quiet Life" Gear by visiting  Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist: out our "Out In The Garage" Playlist for our Friday Podcast walking through the Bible:

No matter what your target you are the only one who is responsible for hitting it. However we can and should benefit from the help and resources of others. Sign up for your Fall Men's Retreat: your "A Quiet Life" Gear by visiting  Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist: out our "Out In The Garage" Playlist for our Friday Podcast walking through the Bible:

If there is one aspect that we should give careful examination to when it comes to raising our children it should be who gets to influence their lives, especially when it comes to their education. On today's PoM Podcast episode I get to connect with Joel Penton of Lifewise Academy. LifeWise Academy serves students by offering practical Bible-based education for the betterment of students’ academic performance, character development and mental health. We believe all students can benefit from the message of the Bible and take great care to make all instruction relatable and helpful to those without a church or Christian background.Connect with Lifewise Academy: to see what is available in our Gear Store. Secure your spot at our Fall Men's Retreat: 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist: out our "Out In The Garage" Playlist for our Friday Podcast walking through the Bible: #Parenting #Family

You can spend your whole life ignoring instruction, making poor decisions and living for yourself. But there will come a day when you realize living without discernment will hinder your influence on those who should matter the most to you. When you desire to speak into their life, they will ignore it. Visit to see what is available in our Gear Store. Secure your spot at our Fall Men's Retreat: 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist: out our "Out In The Garage" Playlist for our Friday Podcast walking through the Bible:

One of the areas that God really had to pound away on with my heart was certainly my work ethic. I would show up to work, do good work, but never hard work. It took a long time for the Lord to really help me understand what it means to "Work with your hands and be dependent upon nobody." Get your "A Quiet Life" Gear by visiting  Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist: out our "Out In The Garage" Playlist for our Friday Podcast walking through the Bible:

John McDougall is a US Army Chaplain and a veteran of both Iraq and Afghanistan. A West Point graduate, he has served over 10 years in Airborne and Ranger assignments including the 173rd Airborne Brigade, the 82nd Airborne Division and the 75th Ranger Regiment.He is also the author of the book "Jesus Was An Airborne Ranger." Captain McDougall retells the life of Jesus, and the mission of his followers, as analogous to a special operations incursion behind enemy lines. Combat-seasoned and seminary trained, McDougall weaves stories from the front with biblical teaching as he reframes the gospel in terms that action-oriented readers will be drawn to, learn from and be highly motivated to follow in their daily lives. Jesus Was An Airborne Ranger: to see what is available in our Gear Store. Secure your spot in our next session of Tribe: 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist: out our "Out In The Garage" Playlist for our Friday Podcast walking through the Bible: #Author #ArmyRangers

Could you make a decision today that would impact you 14 years later? Abram did in Genesis 16. Because he and his wife felt like they were running out of time they made a rash decision and ignored God's promise for them. Visit to see what is available in our Gear Store. Secure your spot in our next session of Tribe: 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist: out our "Out In The Garage" Playlist for our Friday Podcast walking through the Bible: #Genesis #Podcast

Is it only possible to live a quiet life on a 100 acre farm? Not at all. I have talked to so many guys who think that if they had "a little bit of property" that would solve all their problems. The reality is you can live a quiet life even in the midst of chaos, noise and a culture that is upset about everything. Secure your spot in our next session of Tribe: to see what is available in our Gear Store. Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist: out our "Out In The Garage" Playlist for our Friday Podcast walking through the Bible:

For me, to be able to get a first hand account of something goes a long way for gaining credibility. This is certainly true with Tribe, our 6-month discipleship community. On today's podcast some of the men in this session of Tribe are going to tell you why they joined, what it is like to be new to this and their experience meeting up with one another. If you are looking for a community of men to help you pursue Jesus and grow as a man of God I would encourage you to sign up for Tribe. Registration ends May 25th 2022. Secure your spot in our next session of Tribe: to see what is available in our Gear Store. Save 25% off your Order of Armored Nation Coffee by using the Discount Code "PURSUEMANLINESS" when you check out: out our "A Quiet Life" midweek Podcast Playlist: out our "Out In The Garage" Playlist for our Friday Podcast walking through the Bible: