Locked and Loaded Faith: Mighty Men of Valor

EPISODE 009 Digging In Standing Firm In A Soft World

Gentlemen, fall in! In a world pushing you to bend, compromise, and cave, Locked and Loaded Faith: Mighty Men of Valor calls you to dig in and stand firm as a man of God. Episode 009, "Digging In - Standing Firm in a Soft World," fuses the grit of Marine Corps infantry experiences with the unyielding truth of God’s Word. Host Andrew Jones, a Marine veteran, equips Christian men to live boldly, biblically, and battle-ready in a culture demanding you kneel.
 
We unpack 1 Corinthians 16:13’s battle cry—“Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong”—to show you how to hold your ground with vigilance, courage, and God’s strength. From Ephesians 6:13, we strap on the full armor of God to withstand the evil day. Galatians 1:10 reminds us to serve Christ, not the crowd, while Daniel 3’s fiery furnace inspires uncompromising faith. Finally, 2 Timothy 4:2 urges you to preach the Word, always ready to reprove, rebuke, and exhort with patience and truth.
 
Through Marine Corps parallels—like holding a critical position under fire in the 2003 Battle of Baghdad—this episode challenges you to know, own, and defend biblical truths on marriage, life, and salvation, no matter the cost. Practical steps help you fortify your faith: study Scripture, pray for courage, surround yourself with godly men, and speak truth boldly yet humbly.

EPISODE 008 Call For Fire The Power Of Prayer In A Mans Battle

Gentlemen, the devil’s ambushing your family, faith, and mission—prayer’s your lifeline! Episode 8, "Call For Fire," equips Christian men to pray like warriors. Drawing from a 2003 Iraq firefight and Psalm 34:4, I unpack how prayer crushes fear, anxiety, and strongholds with scriptures like Philippians 4:6-7, James 5:16, and Hebrews 4:16. Learn to call down God’s power to protect your home and lead with biblical masculinity. No prayer, no victory.
 
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EPISODE 007 Chain of Command Submitting To God's Authority

Warriors, real strength submits to God’s chain of command! In Episode 7, “Chain of Command,” we dive into biblical submission—obeying God’s orders proves your love (John 14:15), rebellion’s a dealbreaker (1 Samuel 15:22-23), and God’s plan crushes yours (Isaiah 55:8-9). Hear a Marine’s Iraq story of obedience outsmarting the enemy, learn to wield submission against Satan (James 4:7-8), and follow Christ’s humble example (Philippians 2:5-8). Lock step with God to lead, fight, and win!
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EPISODE 006 Embrace The Suck Suffering Like A Man of God

Life’s a gut-punch, men—don’t whine, embrace it. James 1:2-4 (ESV): “Count it all joy… trials produce steadfastness.” Suffering’s God’s forge, shaping you into a warrior. From my 2002 25-mile Marine hump that nearly broke me to Romans 5:3-5’s chain of endurance, character, and hope, learn to weaponize pain. Stop dodging trials—marriage struggles, job loss, or dry faith. Lean on God’s grace (2 Corinthians 12:9) and fight. What’s your “suck”? Listen now!
 

EPISODE 005 Band of Brothers Fighting Together in Spiritual Warfare

In "Band of Brothers: Fighting Together in Spiritual Warfare," we dive into the power of brotherhood for godly men in the spiritual fight. Anchored in Proverbs 27:17’s iron-sharpening call, Ecclesiastes 4:9-10’s strength in unity, and Ephesians 6:16’s shield of faith, we explore how brothers in Christ lock shields against temptation and despair. Drawing from Marine Corps teamwork in Iraq’s chaos, we unpack the grit of accountability and mutual sharpening. Join us for a rally to build your squad and stand firm together. #GodlyMan #Brotherhood #SpiritualWarfare

EPISODE 004 Integrity and Spiritual Combat

In "Integrity and Spiritual Combat," we explore the unyielding resolve of a godly man’s integrity under fire. Anchored in Daniel 6’s unwavering faith, Joshua 1:9’s call to courage, and Ephesians 6:13-17’s armor of God, we unpack how to stand firm against temptation and pressure. Drawing from a Marine’s resolve in a 2003 Baghdad ambush, we connect battlefield honor to daily choices—resisting lies, guarding your heart, and wielding Scripture. Join us for a challenge to armor up and hold your ground. #GodlyMan #Integrity #SpiritualWarfare

EPISODE 003 Commanding the Homefront with Love

In "Commanding the Homefront with Love," we redefine leadership for husbands and fathers as a sacrificial, Christ-like mission. Anchored in Ephesians 5:25-28, Psalm 127:3-5, and Ephesians 6:10-18, we explore your role as priest, prophet, and king in your home—leading with love, not control. Drawing from Marine Corps sacrifice and combat lessons, we unpack how to lead through prayer, truth, and service, guarding your family against spiritual warfare. Join us for a charge to pray daily, serve selflessly, and lead your family to Christ. #GodlyMan #FamilyLeadership #SpiritualWarfare

EPISODE 002 Self Discipline as a Spiritual Weapon

In "Strength Under Fire: Self-Discipline as a Spiritual Weapon," we unpack self-discipline as a godly man’s ultimate defense in life’s battles. Anchored in Titus 2:6, Proverbs 25:28, and 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, we explore how self-control fortifies you against temptation and chaos, drawing parallels from Marine Corps training and combat in Baghdad. From James 1:2-4’s call to embrace trials to 1 Peter 5:8 and 2 Corinthians 10:5’s charge to stay vigilant, learn how discipline, empowered by the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), equips you to stand firm. Join us for a 20-minute challenge to wield self-control daily. #GodlyMan #SelfDiscipline #SpiritualWarfare