What Is A Biblical Man?

Scale Your Business Without Losing Your Faith

If you’re a Christian entrepreneur trying to grow your faith-based business without burning out, this episode is for you. Many founders scale to 6 figures, get “busy,” and then quietly drift—more stress, less peace, and way less time with God. In this conversation, Steven Pemberton shares how he and his wife built two 7-figure eCommerce businesses, what happened when Amazon shut them down, and how a pivot (and prayer) opened a better path. We talk about the real reason most founders stall: ego—the need to control everything, be the bottleneck, and “do it all.” You’ll hear practical ways to build a Christ-centered mindset in business, protect your morning routine with God, and create systems that let you delegate, scale, and lead with vision. If you want Kingdom business growth—profit with purpose, clarity, and spiritual alignment—press play and take notes.  Why ego blocks growth at every level (0→100K→1M→10M)  The danger of getting “busy” and how it pulls you off-center spiritually  A simple Christian morning routine for peace, focus, and leadership  Delegation frameworks: stop being the bottleneck and build real systems  Vision vs goals: how to seek God’s direction for your next step  Skill stacking that actually helps you scale (sales, persuasion, execution)  Practical journaling to quiet your mind and execute faster tomorrow  00:00 Intro • Christ-centered business mindset 00:25 Steven’s background + 7-figure ecom story 03:34 The Amazon business (and why $1M revenue can mislead) 04:31 Amazon shuts them down → the pivot that changed everything 05:51 Prayer closet > quick fixes (how guidance actually comes) 07:07 The biggest issue founders face: ego 10:33 “Do you really want $1M?” Vision, why, and alignment 12:32 Why people lose center as business grows 13:44 Morning routine: Bible, prayer, walking with God 15:14 Journaling to clear your mind and lead better 15:49 Stop doing everything: delegation + systems 20:42 Action steps: get vision, build skills, take obedient reps 22:47 Where to connect with Steven 23:19 Outro  #ChristianEntrepreneur #FaithBasedBusiness #KingdomBusiness #EntrepreneurMindset #BusinessGrowth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stop Lying Isn’t the Answer; Here’s the Path Out for Men

If you’ve tried to stop lying (or stop hiding) and it never sticks, you’re not broken—you’re stuck in a process nobody taught you. In this episode, you’ll learn the biblical path out of the lie so you can walk in the light with courage, not shame.  Why “just stop lying” isn’t transformation—it’s pressure and behavior modification  The 3 stages of the path out of the lie: reveal the why → build safety → practice truth How lying becomes a system (image management, approval addiction, fear of rejection)  Why truth-telling is a muscle (a discipline you train)  A simple weekly action plan: name your ground zero, find one trusted brother, do 7 days of truth reps  The deeper stakes: lies don’t just distort facts—they distort identity  00:00 Intro + the “one-step solution” problem 01:15 Why “stop lying” isn’t enough (and what’s missing) 03:04 The 3-stage framework: Path Out of the Lie 04:07 The lie as a facade (not just false words) 04:22 Liar Liar + the cost of truth 05:35 What kids teach us about deception + self-protection 06:30 Stage 1: Reveal the why 06:44 Stage 2: Build safety 06:52 Stage 3: Practice truth 07:10 The real stakes: freedom, identity, legacy 08:52 Action 1: Name your ground zero 09:13 Action 2: Create a safe mirror (one trusted brother) 09:55 Action 3: 7 days of truth reps (pause + clean truth) 10:34 The goal: never needing to hide 11:20 Closing charge + prayer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are the Men You Lead Trusting God or Just Themselves?

Many Christian men say they believe in God… but still grab for control, run to old habits, or freeze in fear when life gets hard. In this episode, you’ll learn how to help the men you lead move from head-only belief to actually trusting God in every area of life. Perfect for pastors, small group leaders, and anyone discipling men. -- 2. What You’ll Learn / Highlights The real difference between mental agreement and a living trust in God How to use the “law of named mistrust” to reveal where men don’t yet trust God A practical “trust audit” across money, marriage, work, sexuality, emotions, and more How to expose head-only faith without shaming the men you lead Ways to create a safe, shame-free environment where men can be brutally honest How to spot misplaced trust in career, image, substances, and performance Simple, concrete next steps that help men move from control and fear into real dependence on God 3. Chapters (Timestamps) 00:00 Intro: When “I Believe in God” Isn’t Real Trust01:56 Trust Is a Journey, Not a One-Time Decision03:16 The Crypto Story and Misplaced Trust05:24 How Misplaced Trust Fuels Sin and Struggle07:04 The Law of Named Mistrust Explained08:35 Step 1: See Trust as a Journey, Not an Event09:45 Step 2: Expose the Myth of Head-Only Faith10:50 Step 3: Create a Safe Space for Honesty12:02 Step 4: Help Men See Their Misplaced Trust and False Gods13:19 Step 5: Call Men to Concrete Acts of Trust14:37 Reflection Questions for You and the Men You Lead15:41 Final Charge: Become a Safe Guide for Men’s Trust in God Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leading from the Front: Building a Brand of Integrity with Mike Claudio

In this episode of Men of Influence, Tim Holloway interviews Mike Claudio; entrepreneur, business coach, speaker, and founder of WinRate Consulting and Zero Doubt Marketing. Mike shares how he transitioned from the corporate grind to building multiple seven- and eight-figure businesses rooted in clarity, structure, and discipline. He explains the real difference between owning a business and simply owning a job, and outlines the three pillars of a healthy business: mission, people, and process. With contagious intensity, Mike reveals that leadership and influence aren’t just about titles; they're about personal integrity and how consistently you show up, whether in business, marriage, or fatherhood.Mike also shares his daily habits for success, including cold plunges, affirmations, and a “Champion’s Legacy Statement” that centers him every morning. He emphasizes that exponential growth doesn’t come from marketing tricks, but from delivering real results, being referable, and building a tribe of raving fans. His coaching mindset flows into every area of life, including relationships; and his top takeaway for men is simple but profound: Take your wife on a date. Because success isn’t just what you build; it’s who you build it with. This episode will challenge you to raise your standard, clarify your mission, and lead with purpose, both at home and in your business.Key Takeaways:Mission + People + Process = Scale: A business can’t grow without clarity, delegation, and repeatable systems.Personal Integrity Is Influence: People follow consistency, not charisma.Results Matter Most: Growth isn’t sustainable unless you’re worth referring.Self-Coaching Wins the Day: Morning routines and “I am” statements rewire belief and behavior.Marriage Is Mission-Critical: A supported man becomes an unstoppable man.“Whether you like it or not, I’m going to coach you. And if you don’t want that, you exit stage left.” - Mike ClaudioLearn more about Tim through the following links:FacebookPodcasting group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Resilience, Redemption, and 360 Success: A Conversation with Dr. Ryan Knight

In this episode of Men of Influence, host Tim Holloway sits down with Dr. Ryan Knight, a seasoned chiropractor, leadership coach, and founder of 360 Success. With over 30 years of experience, four thriving clinics, and a 32-year marriage, Dr. Knight doesn’t just talk success; he lives it. But his story isn’t without valleys. From personal bankruptcy and broken pride to leading a team of 10 doctors and helping men find true integration in life, Dr. Knight shares the real behind the reel; the moments of failure, faith, grit, and growth that forged the man he is today. This episode will challenge your view of success, reignite your belief in redemption, and remind you why resistance is part of the calling.What You'll Learn:Why success in business means nothing if your marriage, health, or soul are bankruptHow to build a life of 360° integration; faith, family, fitness, and financesWhy your personal growth plan must match your business planHow to spot the difference between ego-driven hustle and purpose-driven leadershipA powerful reframe on failure: “You’re not stuck; you’re just being drawn back to launch further.”What to do when your faith feels like it’s failing and God seems silentWhy quitting isn’t the answer; and how to lead yourself back out of the pit“Don’t wait for balance; fight for alignment in your faith, your family, your fitness, and your finances.”Learn more about Tim through the following links:⁠Facebook⁠⁠Podcasting group⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices