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Making Men | Christian Podcast
by Isaiah Keene
Making Men is the YouTube channel and podcast for Young Christian Men (ages 13-27). Our mission with MMA is to serve Jesus Christ as best as possible by inspiring young men to be their best selves for their family, their community, and even work. We do this through Health & Fitness, Biblical Masculinity, Masculine Mentality, Traditional Gender Roles, and Faith. Through insightful discussions and actionable insights, we'll transition from uncertainty, to bold and confident, guided by our faith and the principles of 1 Timothy 4:12 and 2 Corinthians 5:17. If you’re one of us, then welcome
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#117: I'm Begging You to Ground Yourself
Being grounded is SO important.Jesus modeled this for us when he would go to be alone with his thoughts and in prayer in the wilderness. Whenever he was overstimulated, emotional or preparing for a big sermon, he would retreat to a safe and quiet place away from the noise to pray.We were also given the sabbath and commanded to keep it set apart for rest and renewal of our minds, bodies and souls. This is the fourth commandment.Reseting, resetting and rejuvenating are hardwired into us. And there is research to show that what both God the father and Jesus modeled are imperative to our recovery and sanity. (Green exercise, NRF2 pathway activation, fighting inflammation). To find out more about how to fight inflammation and ground yourself better, visit: https://makingmen.lifevantage.comAs always, I hope you enjoy this episode.- Isaiah
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MMA #116: FOOD 101 Pt. 1
Without food, we'd die (same for water) So it's important to make sure that what we put in our bodies is actually good for us! The problem for 90% of people is learning how to say healthy in a world and especially society of unhealthy foods. So today I'll take some of that burden of learning off of your shoulders and give you the basics of healthy foods. I missed a few points in this one listening back, so I will make a part two later with those points that I misseduntil then, enjoy this episode and stay healthy!- Isaiah
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MMA #115: Qualities of Leadership
The best leaders throughout history all understood this one principle from the Bible itself. And now you can learn it, tooJoin me as I reflect on leadership and the main calling and qualities of a leader. More to come as I continue to reflect.Enjoy, - Isaiah
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#114: An Olympic-Sized Lesson in Failure
Ilia Malinin was going for gold - and he had it in the palm of his hands. 1st place on the leaderboard, and had been in the spotlight as the best figure skater in the world for the past year.But he fumbled the ball - landing in 8th place when all was said and done. Why? Today we'll walk through performance pressure, and where we find our worth an value, and how God tells us in the bible that our worth comes not from what we do, but from who God has made us to be and how much he loves us.We know from the bible that even our best works are as filthy rags - they mean nothing, and can never secure us any performance points or "grace" to get us into heaven.We DO know that God has so loved us that while we were still his enemies - Children of Satan and against Him, he died for us on that rugged cross.Bare spine and hip bones from being whipped, beaten for so many hours that the soldiers couldn't physical go on, and then made to drag his cross from where he was beaten up the hill to the place of his death outside Jerusalem. He was hung from the wooden cross six feet in the air by nothing more than three nails in his wrists, and through both of his feet. He hung there naked as soldiers cast lots for his clothes. A crown woven from thorny vines was pressed into his scalp to mock him, and when he was thirsty he was given vinegar before his final breath. All for you.That is where our worth comes from; how we know we are truly and deeply loved. And I am sorry Lord for the times I forget this during my busy, hectic days.Enjoy this episode,Isaiah
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112: Private Integrity, Public Impact: Are You the Kind of Man Who Gets Back Up?
Quick life update + the main concept I've been processing recently, brought to you guys from a makeshift setup. Even though it's been a minute since I've posted, I've still been working. Sometimes the hustle is in ghost mode and you can't take your eye off of the ball lest you fumble it.I remained unashamed, empowered by the Spirit within me and pushing to achieve the future I know God has for me, one step at a time, building in the areas where it counts the most - the ones where no one will ever see.
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#111: He Said: "History Classes Messed with my Mind..."
What do you do when your school, teachers, textbooks, and everyone around you make you begin to question your belief? Today's episodes is about dealing with the outside "sources" in this world that cause us to question Christianity, and how we should respond.Your Homework:- The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel- Ephesians 6- Psalm 119- 1 John 5:3- 1 Thessalonians 4:2- 1 Corinthians 16:13- Matthew 6:22 - Isaiah 28And if that ain't enough history for you, I don't know what is. 😉Enjoy,Isaiah
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#110: God Plays the Long Game
God gives us blessings, promises, and tells us the future. But he doesn't tell us when these things will happen. In today's episode, reflect with me on how God shows up with consistency and integrity throughout the Bible for his people, and how he teaches us to have patience.God is always here for you, and for me.Enjoy,Isaiah
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109: How to Know She's the One
Activate your future before it begins: https://makingmen.lifevantage.comGirls are complicated. And dating them can be even more complicatedSo I've simplified choosing the girl you decide to date into 4 simple, main categories. Enjoy!- Isaiah
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108: Crushing school like a pro
Prep your back to school game with superior performance: https://makingmen.lifevantage.comYou asked for it! - Back to school 101. Whether you're just getting into high school college, or wherever you are in your school career, this is everything I learned from my school experiences as it relates to being the best student you can be.And, you know, also being popular, and all that more importan stuff too...Enjoy! - Isaiah
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107: Key Skills vs. Build Skills
So many people spend years learning skills but never build anything with them. In this video, I break down the difference between key skills (the foundational things you need to learn) and build skills (the things you actually do to create a portfolio, brand, or career).Whether you're in school, an entrepreneur, or just trying to level up, understanding this shift can save you years of spinning your wheels (ask me how I know...).💡 Key takeaway: You don’t need more skills—you need to start using them.Let me know in the comments: What skill have you been learning but haven’t used yet?Enjoy, - Isaiah
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106: Why Consistency is Key
Small life updated as it pertains to the topic of today's episode. Working on completing things left incomplete gives you a boosted sense of confidence... Because it IS confidence.That, "capstone goals" and more in today's episode.Enjoy, - Isaiah
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#105: TOXIC Masculinity is This...
There are many types of people in the world. All with their own perspectives. But the Bible's perspective is the: most important of all, leading authority on life, & the objective truth.Today, learn how the world warps and distorts Masculinity, and where in the Bible we can learn how to truly find our own identities, and what is expected of us as men.Enjoy, Isaiah
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#104: Ascribe Glory to God!
God calls us through David and Jesus, from Genesis through Revelation, to ascribe God the credit he is justly due.So let's do that! Today I'll walk you through Psalm 29, and we will explore giving God the glory, the Lord's Prayer, and more, so that you can fully see how God calls us to praise and worship him above all else.Enjoy!- Isaiah
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#103: Reputation & Relationships
Reputations and relationships are an imperative part of a man's life. Today I talk about how to think about reputation and relationships, and how your reputation is the most important thing you have. Enjoy,- Isaiah
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#102: Impatience and Giving it to God
Impatience is an ugly beast. And if you're anything like me, you know it can be challenging to overcome. Today I'll share with you what to do about impatience, and how to improve your testimony as a man of God by fixing your impatience. All from firsthand experience... lol.Enjoy!- Isaiah
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#101: God's Goodness is GREAT!! (Praise Report)
When we are in the valleys of life, we give praise to the lord. Kinda the theme of every christian movie. BUT - what about when we are on the mountain tops? David gives praise to God no matter what, and so should we. So I will be the first! Here is a part 1/2 praise report from me, and more episodes to come. Enjoy and be encouraged!- Isaiah
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#100th Epsiode: Real Life, The "Lone Wolf" Lie, Natural Theology + Science, and Speaking Truth Out Loud
Happy 100th Episode!! 🥳 This episode is a collection of thoughts from my ADHD brain that have been on my mind recently. An update from me, and an encouragement for youI hope you can glean from the seeds I sow on this show, I do it all for you, for me, and primarily for GodEnjoy,- Isaiah
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#99 // Work Hard PLAY HARDER
Ever get tired of the eternal grind? The "Keep the main thing the main thing?" How about God? Is he your main thing??Right. So let's get into the details of how resting and following our calling can be the same thing, and how we can spiritually slow down to speed up.Enjoy!- Isaiah
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#98// Sacrifice This Year to God
Sacrificing your year to God might be the best decision you ever make. It cerstilly was a great one for me. In this episode you can expect to learn: How to sacrifice this year to God, why sacrificing you year to God will help you so much, and what you can do today to start thinking in this way. Enjoy! - Isaiah
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Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Spotify Video Episode
This episode is a collection of thoughts from a run I went on, and vlog of the run. I decided to post it here because it does fall in line with the MMA podcast, but it is not your typical audio podcast experience For those of you on Apple Podcasts, feel free to listen and glean, but know that the audio quality is not "top tier" lol. Enjoy! - Isaiah
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#97 // 2025: Grow Where You're Planted
Just like when the master left his servants with his riches while he was away in order that they might grow and multiply his wealth, so Jesus leaves us with the great commission to go and make new disciples for his kingdom- saving souls, which are the most precious rices in heaven. That's what I'm going to spend 2025 doing, and I encourage you to do the same with me. It looks different for each of us according to our calling, and that is what makes it so special. - Isaiah
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#96// 3 Questions for a Personally Successful 2025
Supercharge your energy/recovery with peak energy from LifeVantage My First Book: Young Runner
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#95// God Will Honor Your Work ONLY if...
Find my book now! Young Runner 🏃♂️
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“God will never give you *more* than you can handle” is a LIE - #94
Our God is an amazing God. Even in the face of sin, He still found a way to firstly redeem us, and secondly create for us lives that will bring us as close to His original design for creation as is possible in this broken world! The difficulty... sometimes it hurts. In this episode, I tackle the saying "God won't give you more than you can handle" that people say as a comfort, but it's never comforted me. Hit the play button and tune in for one of the most important lessons I think I've ever learned. Enjoy! - Isaiah
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3 Secrets to a Successful Sabbath Rest Day - #93
We live in a toxic culture of ever-present grind mentality. It's something I have to combat on the daily, and recently, God has been working in my hearty to mend this mentality that was seeded in me long ago. These are the tips I've learned to bring it back to the basics, and I pray they help you too. TLDR; Try to enjoy your sabbath rest day like a little kid on a free Friday night or Saturday. Enjoy! - Isaiah Ps - Check out my new short book!! 👉 "Young Runner: A Young Man’s Guide to Starting and Staying with Running"
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I Published My First Book! - MMA 92
Two things on today's agenda in this episode: 1. You can't compare your journey or experience to anyone else's, you can only learn from similar shared experiences, and build from the wisdom of others your own solid foundation and life story. If you want some proof, I think you'll like this: I wrote a book!! 👉 You can buy it right here 👈 "Young Runner" is a book I wrote for a 7-day publishing challenge, and now I'm a published author! I hope this short and sweet book will encourage you to get outside and get running, because running is about so much more than just the trail. Please leave a review if you enjoy the book! And as always, Enjoy! - Isaiah
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Simple vs. Easy (And: Hard vs. Difficult) - Episode 88
People are complicated. And the best way to understand and interact with them is to first understand ourselves.This is my favorite framework for judging the things I'm doing, and in what areas of life they are taxing me. This is a life cheat code. No joke. Learn the difference between simple, easy, hard and difficult, and enjoy. - Isaiah
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Are Protestants Believing in WORKS? - Episode 87
Download your free copy of 3 Key Traits to Attract your Dream Girl as a Godly Man here - makingmenacademy.com/traits The Gospel is simple. The Bible was written in the simple language(s). The way we believe, therefore, also must be simple. Not oversimplified, but not overcomplicated. And no, not the goldilocks rule either. We need to believe the Gospel for it's **thematic value**. In this episode, I will explain exactly what I mean by that, and how people still live by works, even though the bible tells us they are considered filthy rags... Enjoy! - Isaiah
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Understanding Jesus' BOUNDARIES - Episode 86
Download your free copy of 3 Key Traits to Attract your Dream Girl as a Godly Man here - makingmenacademy.com/traits Boundaries are often untaught, abused and overlooked in churches, and then we wonder why there is so much "church hurt" in our culture. People aren't perfect. And that's exactly what Jesus helps the churches in Revelation understand through his letters to them. Today is all about beginning to understand boundaries, to arm more christians with true biblical knowledge from hard experiences, and keep them from more hurt than is necessary. - Isaiah
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Jesus was a BEAST, and You Should be too. - Episode 85
Download your free copy of 3 Key Traits to Attract your Dream Girl as a Godly Man here - makingmenacademy.com/traits Jesus was one of the most influential people of all time, to say the least. Here are two of my favorite Jesus GOAT moments that took place in the *same week*, and why learning to think like Christ builds us in ways we'd never expect. - Isaiah
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Let JESUS be your PEACE - Episode 84
Download your free copy of 3 Key Traits to Attract your Dream Girl as a Godly Man here - makingmenacademy.com/traits In the midst of life's trials and circumstances we wish w could change, God doesn't change. He is always here for us, and unwavering in his love, steadiness, and dedication to our lives. That is today's episode - finding Jesus who is whole, even though we are broken and shattered, and letting him be our completeness. Will you seek him even in the shadows? - Isaiah
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Answering God's Call to Us *Before* it's Too Late - Episode 83
Download your free copy of 3 Key Traits to Attract your Dream Girl as a Godly Man here - makingmenacademy.com/traits "If God is so good, why does He continue allowing bad things to happen?" I'm sure you've heard this question before. In the first books of the Prophets, God is VERY clear as to what His desires are for us, and what he wants from us. The problem? We overcomplicate it every time. Answering God's true call to us before it's too late is a matter of life or death. And answers the above question without hesitation. Enjoy! - Isaiah
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Let Jesus be your DRIVE - Episode 82
Download your free copy of 3 Key Traits to Attract your Dream Girl as a Godly Man here - makingmenacademy.com/traits When we understand just how *close* Jesus is to us and in our lives, it changes the way we operate. He is the vine, we are the branches. And if we aren't producing the fruits of the spirit, what are we growing? Avoid *that* by realizing exactly what I talk about in this episode. - Isaiah
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Presence is King - Episode 81
Download your free copy of 3 Key Traits to Attract your Dream Girl as a Godly Man here - makingmenacademy.com/traits Presence is king. It's how you get the girl, the job you want, keep friends, and it's how God wants us to interact with Him. That's most important. Hear how I got my dream client, lost them, and more in today's episode. I hope you glean and grow from this. - Isaiah
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Build on the Rock, or Else… - Episode 80
What do you do when things get turned upside down? Control what you can. And all that you can control is your response and here you put your faith. Will you build on the sand or the rock? He gave you the choice, now you get to choose. Enjoy! - Isaiah
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Work is Useless. Unless... - Episode 79
Occasionally the Bible may sound contradictory. And on another level, our own perceptions, politics, desires and conceit changes our understanding of what we read in the Bible. So what is work? If everything is useless and "vain" like Ecclesiastes says, how is the work we do still so important to God, and why? Happy Easter! I hope this one helps you as you step into this next year, and puts your focus where it needs to be for own "prosperity", as we talk about. Let's get it. - Isaiah
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You Need to Take your Time - Episode 78
Men - Taking your time is one of the best superpowers you can cultivate. I hope you can learn from this experience that I've had, and apply it to your own life. - Isaiah Ps - If you're in the dating market, cop my Three Keys to Attract your Dream Girl PDF now. It's free - https://makingmenacademy.com/traits
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(One of) My Favorite of God’s Verses for Christian Men - Episode 77
In this episode of Making Men, Isaiah introduces a powerful verse from the book of Isaiah, reflecting on its relevance to contemporary young men. Having recently studied the book of Isaiah and the chronologically preceding prophetic books, Isaiah shares contextual insights gained from his study. Today’s focus is on Isaiah 41:10, a verse cherished by Isaiah for its profound impact on his life. The verse reassures believers that God's presence provides strength, assistance, and support in times of fear and uncertainty. Through personal anecdotes and biblical exegesis, Isaiah unpacks the significance of trusting in God's promises amidst life's challenges. The episode emphasizes the timeless relevance of scripture in guiding and empowering young men today. I can’t wait for you guys to hear this one. This is a verse that my grandmother taught me when I was young, and something creating this episode really hit different. Enjoy and subscribe for more biblical self improvement content, - Isaiah
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Overcome Anxiety with God's Promise to You - Episode 76
Anxiety is something we all struggle with as young men. But this promise and message from God helps us as young men to find our power and strength to overcome fear, anxiety, and stresses that feel too much to handle. Subscribe for weekly episodes. - Isaiah
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Isaiah Keene & Josh Beach talk Young Men's Struggles, and Being Set Apart - Ep. 75
Josh Beach, our special guest on Making Men Today, introduces Making Ministry Every Day (MME), a new ministry he is beginning through blogging. Drawing from over four years of personal blogging experience, Josh aims to multiply believers by addressing questions and challenges related to faith and life. The ministry's tagline, "Restoring the Hope Inside", encapsulates its mission of outreach through words of encouragement. I hope you guys enjoy this episode! We have TWO MORE coming out with Josh in the weeks to come, and they blew my mind... So keep an eye out and subscribe so you don’t miss out on these amazing conversations we had, that I will be releasing right here. Enjoy! - Isaiah Check out Making Ministry Everyday: https://mmetheyellownotebookblog.substack.com
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Biblical Decision Making for Young Men - 74
Making decisions can be hard. Sometimes we have to make them with no prior experience (like getting married). So what do we do? I'll tell you. Enjoy! If you like this content, then please consider subscribing!
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Why Christian Musicians Excel in Life. - Episode 73
If you're a christian musician, then this video is all for you. This is one mindset I've learned ages ago, and have since heard from artists like Nic D that makes all the difference in our lives, music, and living our dreams. If you want to learn how to start the journey to full-time musician, then this episode is for you. Enjoy! Let me know in the box if you're a young Christian musician!
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ONLY Use this SM Platform (Before it's too Late...) - Episode 72
Social Media is a dangerous place. We all know that. But not all social media platforms are cerated equal. Here's my personal favorite SM platform, and why I think you should take it yours, too.
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Do you have Masculine Flexibility? - Episode 71
BIOHACK your life with the ORIGINAL Biohacking tool - https://makingmen.lifevantage.com/ Do you have masculine flexibility? What even is that?... A lot of (all of) my episodes are about things I've learned through my experiences, and this topic has proven itself to be of upmost importance time and again. I make these episodes for myself just as much as I do for others. So often, I need to remember these things on my own journey. That's the entire point of this podcast! Document the journey, share the stories, learn the lessons. I hope you enjoy. Subscribe to catch next week's episode.
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Biblical Prosperity for Young Men - Episode 70
BIOHACK your life with the ORIGINAL Biohacking tool - https://makingmen.lifevantage.com/ Today's episode is aaaaallll about how we SHOW UP in our lives. How does the Bible instruct us to live if we want to have a prosperous life? Prosperity = Fulfilling, Meaningful. (I really felt this one. Did you guys feel it? Let me know in the comments!)
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My ONLY Goal for 2024 - Episode 69
I only have one goal to summarize every activity I will engage in in 2024. Everything creative, business related, relationships... Sometimes, putting things in boxes can help us simplify and understand our direction. Therefor, this is my only goal for 2024. Enjoy! - Isaiah
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You've Gotta FIND the Beauty in Life - Episode 68
One of my favorite things about running is the nature that surrounds me - The sky, the breeze, the sunshine, trees, birds... But sometimes we can lose sight of even the little things that make life beautiful. Today's episode is about just that: finding the beauty in life. Enjoy! - Isaiah
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What is your "MAIN CAUSE?" | Get Your Creativity BACK - Episode 67
Understanding ourselves is vastly important in life. Otherwise, how do we know what to do with our life? When we understand God, and God's design for us a unique individuals, we can understand how we use our time and talents to live the best life we possibly can, which ultimately means serving Him. Ready to learn your "Main Cause" as I like to call it? Let's go!
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KILLING it in Order to REST - Episode 66
Sometimes we all need to go "Ghost Mode". Here's how I do it as a professional content creator and entrepreneur...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Making Men is the YouTube channel and podcast for Young Christian Men (ages 13-27). Our mission with MMA is to serve Jesus Christ as best as possible by inspiring young men to be their best selves for their family, their community, and even work. We do this through Health & Fitness, Biblical Masculinity, Masculine Mentality, Traditional Gender Roles, and Faith. Through insightful discussions and actionable insights, we'll transition from uncertainty, to bold and confident, guided by our faith and the principles of 1 Timothy 4:12 and 2 Corinthians 5:17. If you’re one of us, then welcome
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