Welcome back! What a joy to be here with you again. This episode is full of all the things that make Cross Choke what it is: a message of hope wrapped in a lot of laughs! Dakota and Zach are also joined by one of their newest Cross Choke Podcasters, Jake Duran.

Journey with the team as they take a look at common misconceptions regarding the Gospel. Learn how to better articulate the right words to capture God’s heart when sharing your faith and how to better sharpen your skills. Their insight and experience is sure to encourage and challenge you.

Please keep sharing and spreading the word about Cross Choke. We are so happy you’re here with us!

Timestamps for you:
00:45 - Welcome
4:37 - Can Opener
15:14 - Undisputed
46:58 - Cross Examination
54:56 - Walk out Song of the Week
56:29 - Banana Split
1:05:26 - Neck of the Woods
1:07:27 - Look Into It
1:08:55 - Verse of the Week
1:10:06 - Outro and Patrons
1:12:16 - Bloopers

As always, thank you for being a valued part of TFL and the CC family! You are an amazing advocate of our ministry and for the Kingdom. Please let us know if you have any prayer requests or help with a question, we are in your corner!

#32: Gospel - Not What You Think

Dakota and Zach are back! Whew, it's been a minute. Marriage, computers, job changes, ministry changes... but hey, we're here and we're in your corner!

And we're glad you're here! Enjoy this episode and visit us at tflministries.com.

#33: Not Defined by Your Record

To holiday or not to holiday?

Is it okay to celebrate Halloween as a Christian? Ever felt judged by the church for trick or treating, or feel like you need to hide behind your mask for real as you bring your kids door to door?

Well what about Christmas? Isn't it obvious? Well... maybe it isn't. We want to dive in with you and see how to navigate this holiday season! We are in your corner!

Be sure to visit us at tflministries.com.

#34: Ya Filthy Animal

What if I fail?... How can I ever try again?... I will fail!

Dakota and Zach are back with an absolutely packed episode! We all face fear, we all face pain. If we are to thrive, grow and live a life glorifying God we must leverage and steward opportunity in such a way that we make the most of pain and fear by taking risks.

We are in you corner and want to help however we can in your walk with the Lord and life of risk! Be sure to comment and visit us at tflministries.com.

#35: The Risk of Failure | Part 1

Ever felt like a failure?

Maybe you took a risk and it didn't work out. But you were trying to do something positive! Or maybe you actually made a bad choice, people got hurt, and you're frozen in regret.

However you failed, positive or negative, it's so easy to call the grave of failure our home.

So how do we climb out of the grave and stay out of the grave? Join Dakota and Zach on a great episode as they discuss three ways to live life to the fullest and overcome failure!

As always, we are in your corner! Check out our website and connect with us there: tflministries.com.

#36 The Grave of Failure | Part Two

Ever felt like the stress was too much, and no matter how may Hawaiian Punches you had, it just didn't take the edge off? Well, you're not alone!

Dakota, Zach AND his wife Katy, talk about the day to day stress of life. From family obligations to the highs and lows of emotions, to competing and living the fight life... often times the fight life can become the stress life.

Listen in and learn some way to conquer your stress, steward it, and live life to the fullest!

We are so thankful for you joining us here. Please don't hesitate to reach out and join us on our website: tflministries.com.

#37 The Stress Life

Celebrate Easter with TFL! We're so glad you're here. We'll be streaming live monthly on our website, Facebook page and Youtube channel.

We are here for you, believe in you and are in your corner.

Let us know what you think of Fight Church and how service was for you at tflministries.com/fightchurch

Fight Church: How to Find Direction in Life

Does God care? Ever wondered if God actually hears your prayers? Or, ever wondered why God doesn't answer your prayers while others may share and celebrate how God answered one of theirs? 

THIS EPISODE
God cares and God wants you to converse with Him. He is trustworthy and is a perfect Father. When it comes to prayer. You have to start somewhere! Let's listen in as Pastor Zach and Pastor Dakota chat about prayer and share insights to deepening your prayer-faith.

A fan-favorite returns with the improvised Cross Examination. Dakota and Zach take turns improving one minute sermons, interviews and stories. 

No episode is complete without a walk out song. This episode features: Put Your Weapon Down by Trip Lee. Be sure to check it out and consider it for your next walk out!

NEXT STEPS
Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what’s next on your journey. We're in your corner and want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: tflministries.com/fightchurch

ABOUT THE FIGHT LIFE
Wherever life finds you, fighting an opponent in the cage or fighting life itself outside the cage, you're not alone. The Fight Life is in your corner, here to support you in all of life's fights and battles, and help you live in grace-filled victory. Our hope is that you will join us online at tflministries.com

JOIN US
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tflministries?igsh=MXkwb2toNm1tdXk4eA==
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#38 How to Pray

How does it feel when someone just schools you? What about when life seems to school you? Let's talk about how to train to win the fight of our lives.

THIS MESSAGE
The battle of our every day is real, spiritual and invisible. The odds are stacked against us and it's a battle we can't win alone. How can we possibly stand our ground and live the fight life in overwhelming, grace-filled victory? Let's listen in as Pastor Zach teaches us from the book of Ephesians.

NEXT STEPS
Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what’s next on your journey. We are in your corner and want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: tflministries.com/fightchurch

ABOUT THE FIGHT LIFE
Wherever life finds you, fighting an opponent in the cage or fighting life itself outside the cage, you're not alone. The Fight Life is in your corner, here to support you in all of life's fights and battles, and help you live in grace-filled victory. Our hope is that you will join us online at tflministries.com

FIGHT CHURCH
Listen to this full sermon here: youtube.com/live/i6zkg12xtmk?si=WEOZslkh8RKyODoT

Fight Church: Training to Win at Life

Ever felt this dilemma? You're a fighter, growing in your faith, yet competing in sport all about beating someone up. Ever wondered what God thinks about your athleticism and love for fighting?

THIS EPISODE
God has a purpose and a plan for your life. Your athleticism and passion for competition were given to you as a gift. They are gift meant to glorify God, even in the cage and on the mats. Let's listen in as Pastor Zach and Pastor Dakota discuss some very insightful topics all around competing as a Christian in the Combat Sports space.

This episode also features our signature walk out song segment: We Goin Up by Steven Malcolm. Be sure to check it out and consider it for your next walk out!

NEXT STEPS
Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what’s next on your journey. We're in your corner and want to help! Let us help guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: tflministries.com/fightchurch

ABOUT THE FIGHT LIFE
Wherever life finds you, fighting an opponent in the cage or fighting life itself, you're not alone. The Fight Life is in your corner, here to support you in all of life's fights and battles, and help you live in grace-filled victory. Our hope is that you will join us online at tflministries.com

JOIN US
Facebook: www.facebook.com/share/HfxgyukZ1F…?mibextid=QwDbR1
Instagram: www.instagram.com/tflministries?ig…b2toNm1tdXk4eA==
Twitter: x.com/tfl_ministries?s=21
Youtube Channel: youtube.com/@TFLministries?si=yEdiHzjZANu6HH0q

#39: Can I be a Christian and Still Fight?

We're in your corner. If you are a savage competitor or just love training, we're here for you in whatever fight you're facing.

tflministries.com

#35: The Risk of Failure | Part 1

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