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Fog of War – Part 1
When you lose passion for what matters, feel isolated, or no longer sense God's presence, you're likely experiencing "Fog of War". John, Alex, and Allen describe this spiritual haze in the first of a two-part conversation.
10 | Jeff Vanderstelt: The Gospel, Vulnerability, and Community in Covenant
This week, Blaine and Sam sat down with Jeff Vanderstelt, a longtime apostle/teacher/church-equipper. We know that for many young men, it’s a big and often tricky jump from living a life with Jesus to living life in a community with Jesus. Fortunately, there are folks like Jeff, whose insights on community, mission, and church offer a pretty darn good framework to begin operating with another level of intentionality and vision in your relationships, community, and your city.
The Millennial Generation
Sam and Blaine discuss the misunderstood generation of men in their twenties and the resources they are producing – like the new AndSons Podcasts – to reach them.
09 | Postmodern Drama: Where the Ideas Came From, and How to Engage With Them
In this conversation, Blaine and Sam nerd out on the history of Postmodern ideas, which like people or places have very specific stories that help inform where they came from and what they really are. From a solar eclipse to the demolition of a St. Louis neighborhood, Blaine explains five events in our past that helped shaped our understanding of our current world. Which is all to say: it's time And Sons unpacked just what we mean when we say "Postmodernism."
09 | Postmodern Drama: Where the Ideas Came From, and How to Engage With Them
In this conversation, Blaine and Sam nerd out on the history of Postmodern ideas, which like people or places have very specific stories that help inform where they came from and what they really are. From a solar eclipse to the demolition of a St. Louis neighborhood, Blaine explains five events in our past that helped shaped our understanding of our current world. Which is all to say: it's time And Sons unpacked just what we mean when we say "Postmodernism."
A Sustainable Life – Part 3
In this last session, John, Stasi, and Morgan reveal how divine intrusions and supernatural provisions factor into a sustainable life.
08 | Money: What Men Have Learned and What They Wish They Knew in Their 20's
Ever heard that the same convictions that help you handle scarcity also help you handle plenty? Turns out it’s true. In this episode, we sat down with two men on our team, Bart Hansen and Jon Dale (who have at times led companies and at other times lacked two nickels to rub together) to ask a simple question: what do you wish you had known about money as a young man? From living simply to taking risks to choosing when not to lead, this conversation is full of gems for every man.
A Sustainable Life – Part 2
John, Stasi, and Morgan share practical ways to avoid "running on empty" during the busy seasons of life.
07 | Sam Jolman: Sex and the Heart of the Romantic
Sam Jolman is a councilor who in the last issue of And Sons Magazine explained that men need romance, not just sex. That was worth following up on, and in this conversation, Sam and Blaine dove in to hear about Jolman’s story with romance, the development of his masculine soul, and the need to understand sexuality as a capacity dependent on a man’s maturity. Men do need romance, but the ability to be a romantic and handle a relationship is developed over time, as a man chooses to engage his own heart and story, ask questions, and grow his relational capacity in his life with God.
A Sustainable Life – Part 1
In this first of a three-part series, John, Stasi and Morgan discuss the cumulative effect of endless expectations to go faster and do more ... and why this pace of life is unsustainable.
22 – The Last Word – 3/22/2017
3/22/2017: The Last Word – Please join us for this live teaching, pre-recorded from March 2017's Women at the Well. Join Stasi as she shares about how much words matter and the Last Word that matters most. Video Clips Used 1. Youtube Clip 1 2. Youtube Clip 2 Worship Set from March 2017 Be the Centre - (6:56) (Vineyard Music; Hungry) Here's My Heart - (6:58) (Passion; Let the Future Begin) Beautiful - (6:21) (Kari Jobe; Kari Jobe) Who Can Compare - (7:56) (Mary Kat Ehrenzeller; Emerging Voices) What a Beautiful Name - (5:41) (Hillsong Worship; Let There Be Light) Heaven - (6:22) (Daniel Bashta; The Sounds of Daniel Bashta) Jesus, We Love You - (6:55) (Bethel Music; We Will Not Be Shaken) Your Glory/Nothing But the Blood - (8:18) (All Sons & Daughters; Becoming Myself) Holy - (6:36) (Matt Gilman - Holy)
06 | Three Choice Challenge: What Can You Do to Change Your World?
Sam and Blaine challenge each other to make three choices this week that will effect change in their worlds. It's easy to want to change big things, or to get crippled by the pressure to do something dramatic, but to effect lasting change we need to understand our "circle of influence" and strategically make choices that will impact the things that we can control. If we do that, over time our circles of influence will grow to include things we never dreamed of.
Marital Conflict - Part 3
This final segment of the series focuses on practical ways to restore and revitalize your marriage.
05 | Young Marriage: Learning to Love Our Wives and Better Understand Restoration
These days getting married in your 20's is considered strange, with plenty of social and financial reasons to hold off. Whether you're one of the folks to take the leap, you're dating someone and wondering, or you're single and thinking about the road ahead, this conversation is for you. Sam and Blaine explore their experience in young marriages, with only a few years under the belt, it's amazing what has already surfaced.
Marital Conflict - Part 2
Imagine you and your spouse being mutual advocates for each other and your marriage. It begins by shifting your focus from the external to the deeper internal issues.
04 | Craig DeMartino: Pain, Ability, and Overcoming the Unexpected
Craig DeMartino is a record-holding adaptive rock climber with a powerful story. In this interview, we dive into his journey through trauma and suffering and ultimately back into doing what he loves. DeMartino offers thoughts on navigating pain, being a father, and the impact of choice on our lives.