Time to get real, men. And on this episode, I've got 2 guys that lead "The Redeemed" ministry in Columbus GA to help us to that. They're also hosting a big men's event this week featuring former football superstar Tim Tebow!

(3:35) Former Aflac President Paul Amos, founder of this charity, and Nate Dewberry, director of "The Redeemed," sat down with me for an open conversation about how men can support each other and talk about more than just sports...but also challenges, failures, triumphs over struggles. Is sharing your emotions a sign of weakness? How can we be authentic and connect on a deeper level?

(9:05) We also discuss what REDEMPTION is. Paul says it's "being bought back," with sins washed away and God's promises, thanks to Jesus dying on the Cross for us. Guys are often defined by money and accomplishments via sports/job/house, but it's really about our true identity in Christ.

Tomorrow/Thursday August 24, they're hosting (15:36) a sold out event in West Georgia called "Restored," where 600 men will hear about faith and life from the one-and-only Tim Tebow. 

(18:15) I dig into some personal stories with both our pod guests. Paul talks about transitioning from decades of business/law work to ministry, which has been humbling and challenging but letting God be in control. Nate, father of 3, opens up about getting divorced. Paul's marriage ended too. They say a lot of men can relate to relationship difficulties. (25:42) They also both talk about fatherhood, setting priorities right, being present, bonding with their kids over sports and faith. How can we not be awkward talking to our family or friends about faith? They address that.

(37:01) "The Redeemed" is independent from the church. They want to create community with mens small groups, devotionals, even their own podcast. if you want to learn more, go to https://theredeemed.com/.

Their goal is for guys to safely share about addictions, life turnarounds, trauma (including military), along with having fun. (47:32) Nate closed our chat out in prayer.

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#170: Redeemed Men (Like Tim Tebow) Open Up About Struggles, Faith, Fatherhood, Marriage

Soon, we will mark 22 years since the September 11 horrific attack on America. My guest on this episode is leading an event honoring 9/11 heroes and the soldiers that have died fighting in wars since then. And this veteran is also rucking his way to better mental health.

After I give a quick recap of my new (fastest) 5K PR at a midnight race, then what Tim Tebow told myself and a crowd in GA, (6:00) we get to know SSG (Ret) Lee Rollins! He talks about where he was - as a young soldier - on September 11, 2001...eventually deploying to Iraq, Afghanistan which "changes your soul." 

(13:17) We discuss how he and you can help veterans and Gold Star families (who've lost a loved one in military service) through organizations like the Travis Manion Foundation. That's the beneficiary of a 9/11 heroes 5K run happening all around the nation on Saturday morning September 9, including in Columbus GA (Chattahoochee Valley). You can register now to help with youth programs, especially Gold Star family members: https://www.travismanion.org/events/911-heroes-run/2023-chattahoochee-valley/.

(22:38) Travis Manion, the marine LT killed in Iraq, was known for saying "If not me, then who." Lee talks about being proactive, inspiring each other, doing acts of kindness - like Travis.

A big passion for this pod guest is (25:12) rucking, good cardio and mental challenge for this veteran who had an injury that forced him into medical retirement. Walking or hiking with that ruck sack is like therapy for him and other vets, but you got to do it the correct way to avoid inury! He's a part or regular group rucks in East Alabama and West Georgia.

(37:40) Lee also is focused, on and off his job, to help veterans transition from military to civilian life, especially with getting jobs and their mental health. He talks about what he does through Work for Warriors Georgia, with some inspiring stories! (45:58) And is this retured US Army sniper school instructor...still a good shot? Shooting/hunting, fishing, rucking, other sports and hobbies are also a great way to bond, he says, through tough times of grief and PTSD. (54:10) I close out the episode with a prayer for our military and more.

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#171: Army Vet Rucking For 9/11 Heroes and Helping Other Veterans Heal

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