The Family Captain

Feminism has subtly rooted itself in most marriages today. And yes, probably your marriage, too.Men and women who truly love the Lord are settling for meh, or even miserable, marriages...all because they've let demonic, feminist lies infiltrate their lives.In this episode, we'll break down how to identify and start to push back against feminist lies, how to bring peace to your wife by leading as a godly, masculine husband, and what the Bible ACTUALLY says about marriage, men, and women.This one will have immediate application for most marriages, so buckle up.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ ---In This Episode:0:00 Intro0:44 Feminism in Christian Marriages6:29 Covert Feminism14:31 Leading AGAINST culture19:08 If your wife was taught male leadership is dangerous...21:58 Why feminists feel threatened by us27:04 What the Bible reveals30:29 Bringing peace to your wife34:05 Is submission only because of The Fall?41:21 How to become the man she trusts47:37 The SECRET to a happy marriage---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

Your wife is anxious, exhausted, and overwhelmed, and feminism told her this is what freedom looks like. She was raised to believe male leadership is dangerous, that she doesn't need a man to lead her, and that 50/50 is the only "fair" way. Now she's carrying a weight she was never designed to bear, and your marriage is suffering for it. In this Episode, John Michael Clark dissects the lie of feminism and reveal what the Bible actually says about a wife's need for a strong, steady husband. They explain why modern Christian wives can't rest, how society sabotaged your marriage before it even started, and what it takes to become the godly man she feels safe enough to trust. This episode covers: ◼ How feminism rewired your wife's brain to resist the very leadership she craves ◼ Why your wife's anxiety is often a symptom of absent or weak male headship ◼ What the Bible says about her design and why she finds peace under godly authority ◼ How to lead a wife who was taught that submission is oppression ◼ The specific steps to become the man she can finally stop testing and start trustingIf your wife seems constantly on edge, this episode will show you the cultural lie behind it and the biblical truth that sets her free.Free leadership training: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_P15gdv8eDc Work with us: https://thefamilycaptain.com/ 

Bitterness and resentment.After working with so many Christian husbands, we know that these feelings come up and create distance, even in Christian marriages.If left to their own devices, these do immense damage to families.That's why Family Captains nip resentment in the bud and get back to leading.How?In this episode we'll give you 3 questions to ask and answer that'll get you back on track, conquering resentment in your heart, and moving forward with strength and love.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ ---In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:02 The Marriage That Breeds Resentment3:27 Do You Keep "The List"?8:46 Have You Removed Your Protection?24:43 Wife Screen Time Example34:03 What Do You Do When You're Disappointed?Mentioned:No More Mr. Nice Guy by Dr. Robert Glover: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004C438CW/No More Christian Nice Guy by Paul Coughlin: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MBTYGK8/---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain ---Addiction stops many husbands from taking their life and their family to the next level.Inside the Family Captain, we're (accidental) experts on crushing addiction.I say accidental, because we never explicitly talk about it.We don't have curriculum that helps our clients defeat addiction.Our program simply creates so much momentum in men's lives that they don't have time or desire to do the things they used to cope or numb with.Internet lust. Gambling. Drinking. Scrolling. You name it.Many of our clients have come to us after and told us they broke free from the grips of addiction because of everything else we helped them put in place.This episode starts that process for YOU.No 12 step programs, just a solid 3 step plan to help you live the life you want to live, and addiction naturally crumbles.In This Episode:0:00 Intro0:56 Big Shift #14:22 Husband 1.0 vs 2.010:43 Can You Even Level Up If You're Stuck in Addiction?19:00 Big Shift #231:43 Sports and Food40:17 Big Shift #345:42 First StepMentioned:Death by a Thousand Lies by Blaine Bartel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692104860---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

The thing you're missing? Leadership.The reason you're missing it? Nobody ever showed you what it looked like.We live in a strange generation. God's Truth is still True. Marriages still function ideally within that Truth. But, almost all of us are completely divorced from seeing it in action.So we become passive. Uncertain. We stop leading. Our marriages are..."okay". But they're certainly not God's best. They're usually not even that much different than secular, non-believer marriages.This episode helps fix that.What leadership ACTUALLY looks like.How to start leading today.How to use systems and strategies, not just tactics, to BECOME the man who leads, not just pretends.Let's dive in.--👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ --In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:02 Didn't Learn Leadership From Dad?4:16 If You're "Winging It" on Family Leadership11:00 What To Do When You Get Home24:11 Building The 3 Legs of Leadership30:07 Masculinizing Your Wife41:58 Busy Is Not LeadingMentioned:AI Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyIVKodyYZI---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

"My wife loves me...but she doesn't WANT me."This is something we hear all the time from men here at The Family Captain.You're doing life really well together, you're operating as a team, you're friends with one another...But sex is irregular and infrequent, and you have a hard time telling the difference between what a "wife" means versus what a "good friend" means.This episode helps to change all of that.You'll learn some tactical stuff, but you'll also learn the thing underlying all of it that makes all the difference.Oh, and stick around to hear why we coach men to literally never ask for sex from their wives ever again.--👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ --In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:07 The WRONG Way To Think About The Problem14:08 Warm and Fuzzies vs. Hot and Bothered16:11 Friend vs Roommate Marriage20:09 Pursuing vs Pressuring30:37 If You've Stopped Asking38:29 The Pout41:34 What To Do Tonight---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/-- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

If your wife is loyal but not inspired - this episode is for you.Many women vent to each other about their husbands' "failings". Maybe your wife doesn't vent, but...She's probably not bragging about you, either.If you're a Christian husband looking to have the greatest marriage you know of, full of respect, love, intimacy, and growth in the Lord, you probably need to level up in at least one of the 5 traits we're going to be talking about today.These are the traits that make wives proud of and grateful for their husbands.The things that make a wife whisper, "thank you, Lord, for my husband".Level up in these areas, and you'll become a better husband, lead in your marriage, and make your "roommate marriage" a thing of the past.Let's dive in.--👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ --In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:38 What it looks like when your wife brags on you3:07 What your wife WON'T brag on6:18 How to become the man your wife brags on15:13 Where do you need to grow so she brags on you?18:18 Where to start23:10 The 5 traits your wife will love to brag about26:10 Trait 128:04 Trait 232:39 Trait 337:20 Trait 446:54 Trait 550:45 What to do firstMentioned:The 5 Silent Killers of Attraction in Marriage Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFl3JEWjWqI---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

Most modern men think that the spectrum of respect they can expect from their wife goes from 1 (blatant disrespect) to 6 (neutral).We're here to tell you that neutrality is NOT respect. Respect LOOKS like something. It's not just the absence of disrespect.From 3 godly women in the Bible to countless specific examples guys can probably relate to, our job in this episode is to provide a framework and pray that God gives you revelation for what respect actually looks like in a marriage, and how to become the man who makes it EASY for your wife to obey God by respecting you.It's time to level up.--👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ --In This Episode:0:00 Intro3:18 The Levels of Respect10:27 Culture Creep Into the Church14:35 Why Neutrality is NOT Enough18:35 Sexual Distance and Respect?21:10 How To Tell If You're Not Being Respected24:58 Make It Easier For Your Wife To Respect You35:26 What Are You Missing?38:24 Biblical Examples of Respect52:04 The First Step To Success54:57 The 3 Solutions To Be Respected58:34 WARNING---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

This might be our most specific and example-filled episode on how a Family Captain fathers his children - especially his sons.JM shares a lot of personal stories about his own family, and gives plenty of examples of how he talks to his boys, how he disciplines them, and how he carries himself as a father.Most men these days have no idea they should raise boys that they actually like to be around, so let this episode encourage you to start doing just that, and watch the peace in your family flourish.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ ---In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:26 JM's Boys4:34 Do you father differently for different kids?9:28 Non-negotiables for the household22:01 Why do good fathers get angry at their sons?33:37 Don't let them do things that make you not like them39:16 Discipline vs Overreacting?43:53 Fathering teen boys49:06 What JM's boys build outside of homeschool54:01 The battles you'll always fight1:02:59 How to instil a hierarchical home culture1:11:44 Seeing your family through a new lensMentioned:VidAngel: https://www.vidangel.com/---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

It's alarming how many Christians miss this particular element that God designed when it comes to your marriage.We're talking about ATTRACTION."I love my wife and she loves me and the Bible says she shouldn't deprive me sexually!"Well, OK, my brother, that's true. But you're missing a huge helping of wisdom there.Because what is ALSO true is that the Lord has designed sexual attraction to be a thing.And the more attractive you are to your wife, the more she's going to want you.And not just physically.The more ecstatic your marriage will be overall. More fun, more flirting, more joy, and yes, more intimacy.In this episode, we break down the top 5 most common things that KILL intimacy in a marriage.Listen, decide if you've got some vulnerabilities you can address, then get to work and watch as things change.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ ---In This Episode:0:00 Intro3:07 How to initiate before bed (with example)9:11 Killer 1: Neediness14:20 I don't need my wife...I want my wife19:06 Killer 2: Stagnation24:30 The Kryptonite of Mastery28:23 Killer 3: Neglect36:51 Killer 4: Low Status50:13 Killer 5: Submitted Out Of Fear1:00:47 "My better half"---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

We talk to a lot of men who are crushing it at work, but drifting at home.On one hand, it makes sense...work and home are different beasts, and there's a lot of focus put on professional success in this culture.On the other hand, it makes no sense...why do these high-performing dudes struggle where it matters most?That's what we're diving into today.We'll cover the root causes of this issue and give you specific things to work on to start building that capital at home so that you start to love leading your family with strength and love instead of shift into autopilot when you walk through the door.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ ---In This Episode:0:00 Intro3:15 Do these 3 questions prove every guy is the same?10:53 Why you crush at work but drift at home17:50 Lack of vision19:46 What you're missing at home27:36 Why a man tolerates drift at home31:28 The mindset shift required to win at home40:38 Order to chaos50:21 Glory and credit at work56:12 Audit your capital---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

What we've found over the years is that there are basically infinite levels that a man can ascend as a family leader.Every time you think you've reached the top, you discover there's another 10, 100, or 1000 levels to you could get to, by God's grace.In this episode, we're breaking down 4 of the main levels we see guys coming into the Family Captain, and helping to give you some practical ways to get unstuck and to get to that next level.From start to finish, this is about going from zero, not really even paying attention to family leadership or improving your marriage and sex life, to absolute stud, building generational wealth...financially, relationally, and spiritually.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ ---In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:53 The Dominion Mandate6:35 Waking Up and Buying Into God's Good Design 10:57 The Big Lie Keeping Most Guys Down15:54 50/50?19:28 "Pretty Good"24:59 The Comfort Kryptonite35:05 Doing a Lot, But Frustrated42:45 Do You Ever Get To A Point You Can Stop Doing The Things?44:17 The High Performer59:16 Legacy Limits---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

60-some episodes in, you've heard bits and pieces of JM's life and experience, but he's never shared the full story behind what made him the man he is today.It's always fun when you get the inside track on people you listen to regularly, and since there are thousands of people who listen to these episodes, we figured it'd be fun to go deep on John Michael Clark, and figure out why he's wired the way he is.(You'll also get a good sense of whether or not you want to know more about him inside the Family Captain program after listening to this episode.)But, even though he tried not to, JM drops lessons and teaching nuggets that, if you only listened to this episode, could still transform you entire family dynamic, so press play and get ready to become the greatest man your wife and kids have ever known.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ ---In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:39 Bio3:50 Parents divorce8:40 Coxswain: the chip on the shoulder19:19 After high school28:55 Confidence33:12 Early marriage36:14 Improving sex life41:53 Fatherhood45:48 Family mastery48:19 Pastor51:27 Fired...Family Captain57:34 The first client1:00:19 Lack of confidence?1:03:43 North Star for The Family Captain---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain ---Making friends is hard for American men...even Christians.But does it have to be?This is a topic few people are willing to shed light on, so we figured we'd break it down so you can get a really clear idea of the types of friends, the types of friendship behaviour, and perhaps even how to find that ultimate "unicorn" friend we're all secretly hoping for.Learn about the 4 categories of friendship traits, how to find friends at this stage of life, and why the role of "Battle Brother" can change your life.In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:53 Losing a best friend9:45 The Presence Bro15:20 The Challenge Bro25:24 The Bearing Bro35:40 The Battle Bro42:26 How to find a brother45:34 The actual role of Battle Brother---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

This episode is for all of the guys out there we hear from all the time who are worn down, overwhelmed, dealing with the thorns of life, and just discouraged.We're going to walk through 5 levels of invisible battles you might be fighting, and how to get through them with wisdom and with help from the Lord.Let this be an encouragement if you're carrying a lot and you're not sure where to turn next, brothers. Our God is a God of hope. He has solutions. He will not forsake you.Try a few of these practical things and get back on the horse...you have a high calling as a Family Captain, time to get moving in the right direction.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ ---In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:00 Encouragement4:47 The Ache of Success17:32 The Thorn of Circumstances21:43 How to stop falling into discouragement29:53 The Drift of Boredom41:29 The Winter of Numbness47:17 Real life example of brotherhood51:25 The darkness of discouragement and depression58:43 The Fast TrackMentioned:Sacred Pathways by Gary Thomas: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310361176/---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

This episode is all about exactly how to talk to your kids about sex and God's good design for the marriage bed.We believe that dads need to be the primary discipler for their kids in every aspect of their lives, but particularly so in their sexuality. The enemy has wounded so many people in their childhood in sexuality, and it's not something you can afford to leave to chance, especially in our hyper-sexualized and perverted world.This one is highly tactical, but more importantly shows you another specific way to use the broad Family Captain principle of being on OFFENSE instead of DEFENSE.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ ---In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:07 "The Talk" with your kids?3:44 Will I "steal their innocence"?7:02 What age to talk about things10:59 Options for conversations12:22 Talking about anatomy correctly18:03 Discomfort19:52 What's at stake (clip?)24:59 If you're "late" to the party28:57 Books and resources33:31 Go from defense to offenseMentioned:God's Design For Sex (series of 4 books): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O5DIVTU/God Made All Of Me: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1942572301/---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

This is the definitive episode - with examples - on how to navigate and respond when your wife becomes hysterical or overly emotional.Stop taking the bait. Start leading. Remember you're her head, not her "life partner" (puke).If your marriage is otherwise decent, but her emotions get the better of her, you, and your entire family...hit the play button ASAP to level up your marriage and your life right now.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ ---In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:21 A hysterical wife6:57 Tracking your wife's cycle10:07 Understanding, not justifying16:44 How to screw up when your wife's emoting (CLIP)22:51 Emotional ambush before bed24:55 How to be the lighthouse28:51 Silence or matching her?37:45 Discerning the timing46:42 Honoring the weaker vessel52:43 Starting to fix this in your marriage---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

Gentlemen. It's a new year.Reflect on 2025, but more importantly, it's time to get your vision dialed in for 2026.This episode will help you do just that, BUT...Our advice probably isn't what you're expecting.We don't keep things surface level like the other videos or resources you might find out there for how to "win" the year. We're going foundational, because it's what we know ACTUALLY changes families, marriages, and lives.So if you're ready for 2026 to be THE year you become the greatest man your wife and your kids have ever known, press play and get ready to take action.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ ---In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:59 Leading your family well into 20265:37 Vision vs. Tactics9:31 Gratitude11:57 Your REAL "Why"14:18 Your Standard21:28 God's word, not mine23:30 The enemy27:56 Your actual vision38:58 Vision with Brotherhood45:39 Your next step to winning 2026---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

Gentlemen...the future is going to get really weird, really fast.I'm talking like, maybe in the next 2 years. Max, no more than 10.And this isn't me making up numbers with my tinfoil hat on in my conspiracy bunker.These numbers are coming from the top AI experts on the PLANET. They all give 2-5 year timelines before things get really, really weird...and potentially dystopian. 10 for the "ridiculous" conservative estimate.We're talking ALL jobs vanishing.And maybe much, much worse. Depends on how benevolent AI is.We HAVE to talk about this seriously.Family captains are prepared.We don't know how it's going to play out, but I will tell you this much...Family leadership is THE thing.It's always been THE thing, but we're about to find out just how important it really is.Join us in opening this discussion, because it's going to be the most important discussion we as fathers and leaders have.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:33 The potentially terrifying future of AI7:52 3 Levels of AI18:12 Where's the seatbelt?28:06 YES, your job, too33:06 Family leadership is THE thing45:34 Psalm 4647:47 Warring in prayer53:57 We were created for such a time as thisMentioned:Diary of a CEO Podcast (main channel): https://www.youtube.com/@TheDiaryOfACEO/videosThe AI Safety Expert: These Are The Only 5 Jobs That Will Remain In 2030! - Dr. Roman Yampolskiy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UclrVWafRAIEx-Google Exec (WARNING): The Next 15 Years Will Be Hell Before We Get To Heaven! - Mo Gawdat https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S9a1nLw70p0&t=59sGodfather of AI: They Keep Silencing Me But I’m Trying to Warn Them! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giT0ytynSqgCreator of AI: We Have 2 Years Before Everything Changes! These Jobs Won't Exist in 24 Months! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQ1POHiR8m8An AI Expert Warning: 6 People Are (Quietly) Deciding Humanity’s Future! We Must Act Now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7Y-fynYsgE&t=166sAI Expert: We Have 2 Years Before Everything Changes! We Need To Start Protesting! - Tristan Harris https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFU1OCkhBwo---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain ---Are you going to be as uncomfortable as JM during this episode?Honestly we hope you are. Because here's the thing...Most men have no freaking idea how sweet marriage and family life can be.They spend their hard earned money truck accessories, or a vacation.That might have a little, tiny bit of fruit.But guys there is a way to invest in your family that has GENERATIONAL fruit. For your life, for your wife's life, for your kids' lives, for your grandkids' lives...Our goal is to make you aware of that today. And if we have different values, that's cool.But we wouldn't be loving you if we didn't at least give a good, complete overview of what life COULD look like, if you're willing to take the plunge.In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:30 Lead with strength and love7:40 The incredible vision you can accomplish18:35 God's plan is so much greater than our plan29:58 Family Captain Vision35:31 Decision making and values54:14 Entitlement1:01:01 Gratitude1:07:22 Excuse killer ---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain ---You've probably never heard parenting advice like this.Not because it's radical.But because it's Biblical, wise, and proven by it's fruit.The culture hates you, it wants to confuse you, and one of the main ways it does that is by making you think there's no such thing as parenting wisdom...that you're just supposed to 'make it up'...or not even think about it in the first place.We are here to dispel that lie and teach you some basic foundational things about what your expectations should be like to lead a loving, godly home as the father.Discipline, consequences, speaking to your kids, the difference between boys and girls when parenting...This is a must listen for all Christian fathers who want to apply wisdom to their fatherhood.In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:44 Inconsistency in kids11:40 What to do when kids fight22:46 Insincerity in apologies27:32 What if you don't have the bandwidth?31:03 If your wife feels like she's lost authority in the household39:00 If your wife is the main disciplinarian43:39 Training daughters52:38 Don't exasperate your children1:04:31 Captaining your ship---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

This whole episode is Chris asking JM bite sized questions and containing the answer to just a couple minutes, like you might get with a speaker after he gets off stage.Want to learn how to initiate sex with your wife when she's not in the mood? How to have conversations when you're in crazy season? How to have more fun and be more joyful as a father? What ONE book JM recommends? What he recommends guys stop doing in marriage? This episode is a buffet of solid, practical, biblical answers to everyday marriage and family leadership issues.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠ ---In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:59 How to initiate sex when your wife's not in the mood6:24 Do the dishes?15:04 Meaningful conversation when everything is busy18:03 How to bring fun into fatherhood24:25 Don't feel attracted to my wife anymore30:45 How to stop escaping into addictions38:31 Rapid fireMentioned:Episode on Masculine Confidence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IUuFRxfP2xIExtreme Ownership by Jocko Willink: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0739PYQSS/---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

Want to know the nitty gritty of what we do around the holidays? You're in luck.In this episode, JM and Chris share what their Christmas' look like as families, share some extremely actionable insights for leading over the next month, and give some bonus tips along the way for Thanksgiving, navigating travel boundaries, and how to not give terrible gifts.This episode is THE weapon you need to enter into the next month with peace, joy, and leadership that will bless your family.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro 2:37 Santa Claus?9:33 Christmas Morning18:44 How to prepare for the holiday season as a leader26:33 Ungratefulness and discipline37:20 Pressure to gift48:57 Unique holiday traditions54:19 Boundaries---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

The culture and our own sin leads many men these days to accidentally masculinize their wives.In turn, their wives become less feminine, less sweet, less submissive...Husband and wife become more like "life partners".Nobody's happy, everyone's stressed, and no one knows why.Well, this is why.In this episode we'll unpack exactly how you're (accidentally) making your wife act like a man, and what to do about it, because our goal is to help you become the greatest man your wife and kids have ever known.When you unlock the levels of leadership we walk you through, you'll find your wife likely responding in more feminine, tender, open, helpful, and submissive ways.Let's dive in.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/---In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:15 How to know if your wife is being masculine?6:22 The cost of making your wife your "bro"9:06 TERRIBLE advice15:44 What if neither of you have the "soft" skills?26:31 Soften your wife as the protector35:07 Capacity for meanness45:44 Lack of provision creating chaos53:05 Missing leadership makes your wife masculine59:04 Loving your wife and kids how they need to be loved---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

What started as figuring out how to lead a "type a", go-getter wife, quickly turned into a DEEP dive on the importance of rest, Sabbath, and margin.Too many people don't even THINK about this topic today. We live in a go-go-go society.I've got news for everyone:You can't do it all.You're not God.If you don't have time for everything you've "got" to do, then it's not from the Lord, plain and simple.Time to start developing your life around your actual values, and make some trade offs. But you MUST build rest into your weekly rhythm for you AND your wife.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro 3:42 High Performing Wife Outpacing Your Leadership?9:02 Should Your Wife Run Your Family Calendar?13:57 Sabbath19:54 When There's No Margin35:37 Serving in the Church with a Young Family?42:58 How to Actually Slow Down Your Family---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

Look, things are crazy out there, guys.And seemingly only getting crazier.So what is a man to do?Do we become insular and shy away from the things presented to us?Do we grab the bull by the horn and demand everyone fall in line?Or is there another way forward for men who want to be Family Captains?In this episode, we talk about a lot of timeless things relevant to Christian husbands at this point in history, including how to do a "fruit assessment" in your marriage and life, how to not be paralyzed by what's going on, how to win at home AND work, and more.Let's dive in.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/---In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:01 What do we do in this chaos?8:37 If you're paralyzed by worldly situations...12:32 Action builds sexual attraction21:19 Not in a playful season?25:18 Personal "Fruit Assessment"40:19 Nick Saban (crushing it at work but not home?)47:29 Alpha in the work place but weak at home?51:03 What if you crush at work but are too exhausted to care at home?1:01:22 The next stepMentioned:Nick Saban Clip: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/foBm57NNqS8No More Christian Nice Guy: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0764212680/No More Mr. Nice Guy: https://www.amazon.com/dp/9391560407/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

There's not a lot more dangerous than being a limp man.It's one thing if you're ignorant and ready for a wake up call...But it's another thing entirely if you're just passive, not making the changes you know need to be made, and letting life slide by.Today is our wake up call to you if you've been slacking on taking ACTION.Don't navigate backwards...make sure to watch this one and take the first little step into becoming a strong, erect, penetrating man of action.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro3:02 Limp men have a false sense of progress4:57 Employee to Owner7:26 Being stagnant11:31 What needs to shift to take action14:59 Making it impossible to fail20:25 The greatest objection...25:37 A typical wife's reaction30:46 The danger of being a limp man40:51 Our gift to you---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

Do the small things really make a difference?Should you really start by making your bed when your home is in chaos?The answer may surprise you. It doesn't sound sexy, it's not a home run...but if you hit singles and a couple of doubles, you're rounding the bases. When you take care of the little things, that 1%, 3% increase adds up.Turns out the big things are tackled one little thing at a time.We'll explain the broken window theory of family leadership in this episode, and give you some specific ideas on how to start levelling up TODAY, without the overwhelm of having to figure it ALL out.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:05 John Michael Takes The Stage, Doesn't Get Canceled7:09 Get Fruit FAST8:59 The Broken Window Theory14:17 The little things that lead to big things18:15 Momentum!34:15 You get what you tolerate45:08 Reclaiming Dominion49:05 Next stepsMentioned:VidAngel: https://www.vidangel.com/Tineco 5: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09P2RKRWX/👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

You think your 7/10 marriage is pretty good. Then you discover what a biblical marriage actually looks like and realize you're closer to 7/100. The problem isn't that you need better communication or more date nights...it's that you've been sold a lie about partnership and mutual submission that's turned you into a family butler instead of a family captain. What if everything you've been taught about loving your wife is backwards? What if the "nice guy" approach that keeps the peace is actually destroying the respect, freedom, and passion your marriage was designed for?---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro8:00 Default Marriage11:25 Being afraid to lead23:09 Mutual submission38:32 What it looks like to move from "co-submission" to leading45:24 You can't lead with co-submission51:29 The two ditches1:03:35 Getting unstuck---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

You want your marriage to go from good to legendary. You want to actually lead your family. But here's the problem: most men don't even know what they really want because they're too busy living for comfort, managing other people's expectations, or settling for "fine." This episode hands you five questions that will either unlock your next level or expose that you've been lying to yourself about what you're actually willing to do. If you answer these questions honestly, you'll unlock a whole new world.👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:11 Intro2:57 The questions6:16 When these questions hit us in the nuts13:25 A win from actually answering these questions21:52 How to start asking and implementing31:22 The Law of the Spectrum37:11 Wisdom46:42 The biggest unlock48:45 What have I tolerated that must be crucified?55:56 Submitting your plans to the Lord59:32 Big Family Captain news---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

What does it really mean to have sexual integrity as a man of God? Chris and JM unpack the hidden struggles many Christian men face, even beyond internet addiction, and expose the subtle compromises that keep men from true freedom. JM shares his personal story of confession, breakthrough, and leading his family with strength and purity. Together, they challenge men to move from playing defense against temptation to running a mighty offense in faith, purpose, and leadership. If you’ve ever wondered how to walk in real victory over lust, shame, and mediocrity, this is the episode you can’t afford to skip.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:58 Sexual integrity struggles6:12 Guarding your thoughts14:20 Why your burdens are blessing you19:22 Guardrails?28:02 Where to start35:54 This is impacting your marriage44:32 Full and true freedom56:00 Prayer---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

What if your wife actually WANTED more intimacy...and you were the man she couldn’t resist? In this episode, Chris and JM dive into 10 (of 34) proven ways to have more sex with your wife.From tracking her cycle to leading yourself like a man on a mission, they reveal practical and biblical strategies that build real attraction. This isn’t about cheap tricks. it’s about becoming the man your wife longs for in every way. Stick around to the end, because these insights will completely reframe how you approach leadership, marriage, and the bedroom.👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:42 #1 Track Her Cycle8:30 #2 Don’t Pout18:24 #3 Send Flirty Texts24:30 #4 Never Ask Again34:25 #5 Love God More Than Her43:12 #6 Be a Man on Mission49:49 #7 Stay Groomed & Fit57:42 #8 Quit Internet Trash1:00:30 #9 Make Her Feel Beautiful1:05:33 #10 Give Her Rest👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

Something is stirring in America, and it’s bigger than politics. Chris and John Michael dive into the surprising ways Jesus is being proclaimed at the highest levels of government and why it matters for your home. From the White House to your house, this episode explores how to ride the spiritual momentum sweeping across the nation. Along the way, they tackle cynicism, margin, family leadership, and boldness in sharing the gospel. Get ready for practical wisdom, fiery encouragement, and a challenge to step up as the man your family needs right now.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:06 White pill maxxing7:03 Comparing post-9/11 unity vs. today9:31 Don't be a cynic and don't squander this18:39 Creating margin for family discipleship31:48 Momentum38:55 Lighting your household up43:50 Exactly how to share the Gospel58:43 A personal story on bold obedience1:04:02 ANNOUNCEMENT!---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

Last week, Charlie Kirk’s life was cut short by an act of evil. In the days since, countless stories have surfaced - not of controversy, but of a man marked by conviction, grace, and an unshakable devotion to his faith and family. His friends, colleagues, and even opponents testify to a rare combination: courage to speak truth without apology, and restraint to meet hostility with patience. In this episode, we reflect on what Charlie’s life and death reveal about legacy, the cost of truth, and the quiet strength of a husband and father who left behind more than a movement. If you’ve ever wondered what it means to live boldly, love deeply, and lead with faith in a world full of noise, this conversation will give you both challenge and hope.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:13 The very impressive Charlie Kirk8:13 Legacy vs. noise10:22 Family as your calling16:33 Noise that kills legacy (and grief)24:43 Can you build a "comfortable" legacy?28:50 Christians and politics and Charlie Kirk30:11 Is there such a thing as to much truth?36:55 The gift of restraint43:15 Preparation behind boldness47:55 Being a truly great man55:22 Martyrdom, conviction, and preaching the gospel daily1:00:21 God goes before us1:04:22 Closing prayer👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

We have a very special episode today, because JM's wife Natalie Clark joins us again for the second time.This is another peak behind the curtain to give you the information you won't find anywhere else when it comes to becoming a godly, masculine leader who builds a great family with a respectful, submissive wife.Find out what Natalie thought JM did wrong in the early days, why submission is actually beautiful to Natalie, how to get your kids to do chores, how to support your discouraged wife, and much, MUCH more.Every Christian man who wants to build an even better family needs to listen to this one.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro 2:42 The Clark's6:31 Early marriage (before we knew any better)9:48 When things start to shift16:18 Submission...a dirty word?18:11 What your wife feels like when you start leading well21:12 Godly parenting dynamics28:48 Parenting when you have littles33:28 Getting kids to do chores39:08 What to do when your wife is discouraged47:33 Raising young men into adulthood51:10 Kids' sports?58:43 Screen time?1:05:46 How to start building a Godly family culture1:10:06 Family Captain Dating App1:15:04 Prayer---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: ⁠https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/⁠---Mentioned:Our first episode with Natalie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxB9Y9OiUXwEndurance by Alfred Lansing: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0465062881/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

Stop settling for a "good enough" marriage.There's a myth that a "stable", "decent" marriage is the end goal.We're here to tell you that there is SO much more.You might think you're a 7/10 right now and be okay with it, but we want to show you that by getting to 10/10 you'll learn that it actually goes to 100. And once you're a 100/100, you'll find out that it actually goes to 1000.Things. Can. Keep. Getting. Better.Like to a degree you will hardly believe from where you're at right now.I'm not even talking about crisis marriages...I'm talking about most of the guys we work with who have "pretty good" marriages.Guys. There's so much more. Find out what it looks like and how to get there in this episode.--👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠--In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:57 Good enough is NOT good enough in marriage8:33 Let us shake you awake...12:51 What's TRULY possible in marriage27:11 The power of a supportive, godly wife33:13 Do "good enough" marriages make it through the storms?38:04 Playing defense isn't enough to win46:14 Action48:47 Multi-generational legacy--👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: ⁠https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/⁠-- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

A family captain is compassionate.A family captain takes responsibility.A family captain has...Authority.(This is where the shrieking starts and everybody and their cat tries to cancel us).It's just Biblical guys, and we're not sorry for it.In this episode we break down exactly what we mean by authority and power, and how to use it effectively as the third, and often missing, leg of leadership.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:30 Authority in family leadership8:44 Why do guys shy away from of authority?11:45 Neglecting your power18:33 Where to start if you're "too far gone"26:06 If your wife says you're only the leader in certain areas28:57 Does this mean you have to be 100% in charge of everything?33:55 When your ship is growing42:11 Diffusing overwhelm and anger50:42 Overstepping delegation---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptainToo many guys are asleep at the wheel, not even living as the main character in their own life.God put you here for a reason. Your wife and kids are looking to you.You CAN actually live a life that you want to binge more than whatever show, or sport, or video game you're living vicariously through right now.Let this episode help you do it. Become the main character. In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:58 What does it mean to be the Main Character?4:42 Why you matter8:25 When the NPC wakes up13:54 Stop living vicariously16:57 Why guys finally wake up28:04 The dark side of waking up and leveling up40:07 Careful who you listen to47:57 TRULY Surrendering53:35 What story do you want to tell later?---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

The 4 Pillars of the Family Captain - Admiral's Orders. Captain's Actions. Seamanship. Course charting.---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: ⁠https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/⁠---In this episode, we dive deep into what the Family Captain Ethos is, explaining the 4 Pillars that guide everything we do.This is the most in-depth breakdown of the Family Captain Elite program we've ever done, and should give you two things:The framework to start building toward in your own lifeAn inside look at what it's like actually working with usSome brothers will figure it out on their own with the help of the podcast and local mentors, and that's great.But after working with 400+ men at this point, we know it's a fact of life that there are guys just like you that we've successfully helped turn their life, family, and marriage around. And if you're one of those men, we'd love to help you.So listen in and get the framework to start aiming toward, but also take a real look in the mirror, and consider if this is the moment you need to stop being passive, and start taking action to build the future you know God has called you to.In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:05 The 4 Pillars of the Family Captain Ethos (The Family Captain Philosophy / Ethos - Biblical Headship is not outdated)4:43 Useful family systems7:55 Pillar 1: Admiral's Orders16:38 Pillar 2: Captain's Actions25:11 Pillar 3: Seamanship34:07 Pillar 4: Course Charting41:56 The next step---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

This episode will change your entire outlook on sex in marriage. We explain why your wife feels like the keeper of the sex...Why you're not having as much sex as you want...How to turn the tides and have as much frequency and freedom as you want in your sex life...Why and how to decline low quality affection and set standards in your life...Essentially, we take everything you've been learning from The Family Captain, and apply it VERY specifically to sex in the marriage bed.The thing is, it works in the bedroom.But you'll find pretty quickly that all of this actually improves your entire life.Let's dive in.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro0:58 Why does sex feel so high pressure in marriage?4:14 What to do if things don't feel light, playful, and intimate7:20 How to lead when life is heavy13:20 The big thing to change to level up your sex life20:45 When she's not really into it (but is a people pleaser)29:33 Stop treating your bedroom like your office36:20 Go find stuff to upgrade42:42 Are you a man of high standards?48:34 Decline low quality affection---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: ⁠https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/⁠--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

Are you just a super compassionate leader? Or is it passivity in disguise?We see so many men being "nice guys" instead of kind men, because they're overwhelmed, afraid of conflict, unsure what to do, obsessed with comfort...whatever the reason, it's causing grief in your family.In this episode we talk about why you might actually be patting yourself on the back for something that isn't actually compassionate, and how to fix it.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:17 When everything falls apart, even though you're being "nice"4:26 Misplacing compassion7:25 Values drive right action12:59 Gaining leadership when you've been too "compassionate"20:47 Justifying overwhelm and passivity28:40 The cost36:50 What might you still need to surrender?51:37 The next move👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/---Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

What on earth is a golf course marriage, you say? It's one of the best analogies we can use to explain how to start improving your marriage.We'll give you the overview, the principles to focus on, how to start building the life and marriage you want today, regardless of where your wife is at with it, and give practical examples to help you level up.Oh, and happy anniversary to Mr. and Mrs. Clark! 18 years, let's go!! Drop some love in the comments!👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:10 The Golf Course Marriage6:19 Principles to build your golf course13:35 Focus on today15:36 1.0 Husband and beginning to level up22:18 Golf courses are not conflict free27:55 What if she asks you to take out the trash?36:03 Disrespect or intensity?👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

We haven't talked much specifically about provision, and that's where this conversation started.JM and Chris dive into one of the keys to making more money, gaining influence, and increasing your upward mobility.This topic is like the gateway into advancement in work, in social settings, and in life.And, obviously, it's not a sleazy sales tactic or manipulation. We find most guys totally miss this, and it's holding them back. Not only in their career, but in their witnessing and making disciples.Let's dive in.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:22 How to get people to know, like, and trust you5:04 Where most guys get stuck at work9:37 Overdelivering12:19 Likability17:25 The $200M CEO offer25:48 The gift of curiosity37:28 Frame control (change the way you operate at work)48:50 Leading with humility1:00:20 How to reach out for advice without "picking your brain"---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: ⁠https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/⁠--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

Are you overwhelmed with fatherhood?Being a dad isn't meant to be an absolute grind. It takes effort, yes, but fatherhood is also a natural, God-given thing. There IS a path forward, filled with principles that seem to have been lost over the decades, that make it more peaceful and effective.Discover how small steps - pausing a movie to talk about values, launching rites of passage, reclaiming phone-free moments - actually form the backbone of consistent, intentional fathering. By learning to operate proactively (offense, not defense) and leading your wife to be consistent with consequences, you’ll begin shaping spiritual legacy one baby step at a time.If you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed, this conversation is your invitation: take that next small step toward becoming the captain your family needs. 👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:33 Is parenting easy?7:14 Leading kids' souls is hard work17:20 Intentional fatherhood20:04 Reactive leadership24:37 Rites of passage29:30 Discipline (so Mom doesn't lose her voice)40:40 Intentional nurturing and training46:19 On the phone with kids around56:00 Letting them help you1:00:42 The one thing I'd do if the worst happened...Mentioned:Raising a Modern Day Knight by Robert Lewis: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1589973097/King Me by Steve Farrar: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802433197/👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

There are 4 lies that keep men STUCK, on the sidelines, and falling further behind where it matters most.Today we'll dive into each of those lies and help you defeat it so that you can become a man whose default is to take action, become the family captain we know you can be, and start reaping the good fruit that the Lord has for you.If you haven't actually taken action and started building your family life as a leader, this might be the encouragement you need.👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:47 Lie 1: "I don't have time!"5:41 Lie 2: "I don't have energy!"17:39 Solve your screen20:28 Lie 3: "It's not gonna work!"32:28 Lie 4: "If I change now, they won't believe it!"37:35 Let consistency do the talking41:08 The spirit of cynicism45:46 Is there a perfect time to start?55:59 Accountability to reject the lies and get movingMentioned:Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D23CFGR/---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

This is the number one spiritual rhythm in the Clark household, and it's SO foundational that JM almost took it for granted.In fact, it wasn't until he spoke to hundreds of guys through the Family Captain, that he realized almost NO ONE was doing this as their #1 spiritual leadership rhythm, which is crazy.We'll dive into what that rhythm is, and WHY it's so vitally important, so that by the end of this episode, you'll have something to lock and load moving forward TODAY, no matter where you live and what you're dealing with.Start here, and everything else flows out of it.👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:17 JM's most consistent family rhythm4:05 What if you can't find a good church?19:13 Where you attend church is life and death22:04 Going to a small church as a big family?28:45 Don't pick a church because your kids like it32:40 You can still grow in an imperfect church44:25 Gathering with the saints is an assumption and command in the NT52:14 Starting your day with the presence of God58:49 How to growMentioned:Sacred Pathways by Gary Thomas: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310361176/---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

Guys, sex is not a bad, dirty thing.God is not surprised that it's pleasurable and wonderful within the confines of the marriage bed.We've got to re-program what we think about sex, number one, and number two, we have to apply Family Captain leadership to this area.That means we see it as NOT merely physical. It means we REJECT the idea of our wife being the "Keeper of the Sex". It means we lead and build attraction in our marriage, and STOP apologizing for wanting to partake of God's good gift (that, by the way, strengthens your marriage).Dive in and learn how to become the Captain of your married sex life.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro2:30 Why sex is not just "scratching an itch"6:01 Why sex shouldn't be selfish10:07 Sexual baggage12:17 Shame15:15 Married sex should be erotic17:18 What about trauma?32:28 How to flip the script you've bought into45:31 Renouncing past connections48:18 Song of Solomon + Prayer👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

Everything changes when your wife gets pregnant...should your leadership change, too?This episode is a deep dive for all of our brothers who are navigating the sometimes-choppy waters of pregnancy.Should you go get her ice cream at 2 AM?Should you ever expect to be intimate again?Should you lay off the leadership for awhile so you can all adjust?Prepare to learn exactly how to show up like a Family Captain and lead your family through a pregnancy so things actually improve, instead of stay stagnant or get worse.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro1:39 Leading Through Pregnancy10:53 When It Doesn't Feel Reciprocal15:47 Leading In Health20:06 Taking Back Leadership From A Toxic Culture24:21 Managing Her Anxiety33:49 Boundaries38:49 Lust and Temptation44:10 How Much Should We Let Things Slide?58:23 Sacrifice1:05:25 How To Thrive NOW---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: ⁠https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/⁠--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

It's hidden in plain sight.In books, in media. Unfortunately, often times in the pulpit.It's the idea of "Biblical Feminism".Is that even a real thing? No of course not, BUT, it's deceiving many women (and men!) into building mis-ordered relationships, thinking they're following God's Truth.In this episode, JM and Chris go through a chapter of a popular "Christian" marriage book, showing exactly why the idea of "Biblical Feminism" is so wrong, so dangerous, and so rampant...and how you can defend your marriage against it.---👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠---In This Episode:0:00 Intro3:10 Feminism in a highly-regarded Christian book9:14 Not loving your wife like Jesus does?14:05 Are we in need of "Biblical Feminism"?!24:40 Actually read your Bible!33:14 How to lead so you and your wife don't end up deceived43:13 Why men shouldn't do ballet and women shouldn't play football50:59 Does Genesis 1:27 really mean that?1:00:25 Practical application---👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.

We talk a lot about leading your family - being the head - in the Family Captain, because it's your God-given role.But what if your wife is totally against you taking up the mantle of leadership?First of all, it's not a surprise, so don't try to go all tyrant and take control with a heavy hand.Second of all, there is a way through this, and it's not any more complicated than any of the other hurdles on your way to family leadership.Brush up on the fundamentals, get your mindset right, and hear some actual roleplaying to help you understand what a strong, capable, godly family leader actually sounds like, when his wife is giving him a hard time.👉 Join Our Free FB Group on Family Leadership & Sex in Marriage: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilycaptain⁠In This Episode:0:00 Intro 1:34 What if your wife doesn't want you to lead?4:26 Fundamentals are VITAL7:44 The fruit of the fundamentals16:14 What are the fundamentals?22:38 Staying steady when you're not being recognized36:14 Is this all just for sex?44:17 Stop overexplaining51:47 Confidence👉 Want John Michael To Personally Help You Become The Best Man Your Wife And Kids Have Ever Known? Book A Free Assessment Call Here: https://thefamilycaptain.com/coaching/--- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFamilyCaptain/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_family_captain/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilycaptainWebsite: https://thefamilycaptain.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@familycaptain--- Nobody tells men that our lives will shift into autopilot without us noticing. They didn’t warn us that our marriage would drift into average instead of amazing. But Christians should have the best marriages and the best sex lives. The Family Captain will show you how.