The Men Behind The Mission Part 1

Send us Fan Mail Most of us say we want to be “great,” but what we really want is to be seen. That’s why the men with a few lines in the Bible can teach us more than the celebrities we can name. We kick off a new series, The Men Behind the Mission, and start with Benaiah, a man who never becomes king, never writes a book of Scripture, and never chases a spotlight, yet shows up with the kind of courage and character that makes a kingdom steady. We walk through Benaiah’s defining moments: taking down two Moabite champions, chasing a lion into a pit on a snowy day, and fighting a giant while under-equipped, then using the enemy’s weapon to win. Each story becomes a practical lens for modern Christian men navigating fear, intimidation, insecurity, pornography, anger, anxiety, and shame. We talk about why “don’t fight reputation, fight reality” can change your decision-making, and why courage isn’t pretending you’re fine, it’s refusing to let fear lead your life. We also get real about men’s mental health and the quiet ways men suffer. Sometimes chasing your lion looks like scheduling counseling, calling a friend, talking to your wife, admitting you’re depressed or burnt out, and choosing integrity over image. If you’re tired of comparison and performative masculinity, this is a reminder that heaven celebrates obedience, and legacy is built through faithfulness when nobody’s watching. Subscribe, share this with a man who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find the show. Support the show #excellenceabovetalent #EAT #dontgiveup #youdeservethebest #youareenough ...