Brave Men Podcast with Paul Louis Cole

Brave Men exists to inspire men to live a better life. Through conversations and teachings meant to bring about wisdom and courage for the journey, Brave Men hopes to help men build a life filled with purpose and destiny. Your host for the podcast is Paul Louis Cole, President of Christian Men’s Network - with representation in over 100 nations around the world - and the founder of the Global Fatherhood Initiative. Paul Cole has a deep passion to defeat fatherlessness, end child abuse, and raise up strong men who love God, love people, and make an impact in their community. This is our mission. This... is Brave Men. Visit https://cmn.men for more information.

Brave Men Podcast with Paul Louis Cole is a religion podcast hosted by Paul Louis Cole, with 202 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Paul Louis Cole hosts Brave Men Podcast with Paul Louis Cole, a religion show with 202 episodes published.

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  Episode #3

  Throwing Seeds, the Challenge of Brotherhood

  Oct 1, 202632 minS7

  Before ministry is a method or a message, it is brotherhood. Jesus called His disciples friends. Daniel stood with brothers. Strong men are not formed alone—they are forged in relationship with men who love God, love people, and refuse to leave one another behind. When we rescue men, we rescue families, we save the next generation. This episode is a challenge to get cranked up on our purpose and mission. Jesus said, “You did not choose Me, but I chose you” (John 15:16). In our walk with the Lord, you don’t choose the mission—the mission chooses you. We speak life to dry bones, call men out of passivity, and help faithful men become disciple-makers who will raise up others. Pressure reveals what is inside a man, and when the Holy Spirit fills him, courage rises. At the center of it all is grace. Jesus pictured grace like a farmer throwing seed everywhere—you never know where it will land or what harvest it will produce. We are still on the mission God gave Adam, to tend the garden ... but today we are gardeners of the hearts of men: breaking hard ground, removing stones, pulling thorns, and cultivating hearts where God’s Word can grow. We work the soil. God brings the harvest. BraveMen is hosted by Paul Louis Cole, president of Christian Men’s Network. CMN is a global movement of men discipling men, serving on the ground in more than 100 nations. We believe strong men build strong families, strong churches, and strong communities. We are men on a mission—and that mission is Jesus. For resources to disciple men and strengthen families, visit CMN.men. 00:00 Introduction: Brotherhood and the Mission of Jesus 00:53 The Process of Discipleship: Becoming Like Christ 07:21 Christ the Center: Colossians 1 and the Power of Jesus 09:07 The Danger of Isolation: Elijah Under the Tree 12:07 From Slaves to Friends: Jesus and the Power of Friendship 14:30 Abraham and Lazarus: The Secret of Friendship with God 19:33 Christ Revealed is God Defined 20:47 The Parable of the Sower: Understanding the Seed 26:27 Our Mission: Tilling the Soil of Men's Hearts 28:40 The Gardener's Call: Making Every Man Good Soil

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  Episode #2

  Faith for Exiles

  Sep 24, 20261h 12mS7

  Mark Matlock is one of the most interesting men I’ve ever met. For decades, he has lived at the intersection of faith, culture, research, and the next generation. He doesn’t just study where culture has been—he pays attention to where it is moving. His groundbreaking work, including Faith for Exiles, has become a trusted sounding board for leaders across the spectrum of Christian ministry. Today on BraveMen, Mark brings that depth of insight into a powerful conversation about discipleship, culture, and what it means to build resilient faith in a rapidly changing world. Mark serves as a Senior Fellow at Barna and was Executive Director of Urbana 2025 for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. He is a strategist, researcher, and facilitator who helps leaders turn information into action. Mark understands something every leader must understand: data can tell you where the river is flowing—but wisdom tells you how to cross it. He is also the founder of WisdomWorks, a consultancy helping churches and faith-based organizations uncover the wisdom already present in their people and turn it into innovation, clarity, and impact. His books include Digital Babylon, Faith for Exiles, and Faith for the Curious. This conversation is thoughtful, challenging, practical, and deeply hopeful. BraveMen is hosted by Paul Louis Cole, president of Christian Men’s Network. CMN is a global movement of men discipling men, serving on the ground in more than 100 nations. We believe strong men build strong families, strong churches, and strong communities. We are men on a mission—and that mission is Jesus. For resources to disciple men and strengthen families, visit CMN.men. Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction: Mark Matlock on Faith and Culture 00:02:22 Technology Has Outpaced Theology 00:06:38 Digital Babylon: Living as Exiles 00:11:11 The Discipleship Crisis in the Church 00:14:12 The Spirit of a Father: Discipleship Through Relationship 00:17:53 Creating Trust Through Challenge 00:19:53 The Power of Small Groups and Havruta 00:24:23 Urbana and the Global Missions Movement 00:29:12 From Everyone to Everywhere: Modern Missions 00:35:42 Faith for the Curious: The 64 Percent 00:36:55 The Image of God in Broken Pieces 00:38:43 Christians Need to Experience More Too 00:44:02 The Best and Worst Time to Be Alive 00:51:33 Revival-Minded America: 80 Million Strong 00:53:43 Talking to Strangers: Opening Spiritual Conversations 01:06:13 Dunbar's Number and Your Mission Field 01:08:53 The Age of Amplification: Learning to Listen 01:09:50 Closing: Technology Serves the Gospel

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  Episode #1

  St. John and His Amazing Book

  Sep 17, 20261 hourS7

  The book of St. John is so much more than just a letter. It’s the eyewitness account of a man whose life was completely transformed by Jesus. John was a fisherman working the waters of ancient Israel when Jesus suddenly called him: “Follow Me.” John left his nets, stepped into the adventure, and for the next three years witnessed the extraordinary—miracles, confrontations, intimate conversations, the cross, the empty tomb, and the risen Christ. Years later, John wrote down what he had seen. The Gospel of John is deeply personal, rich with eyewitness detail and filled with moments we don’t find in Matthew, Mark, or Luke. John takes us behind the scenes. He lets us hear conversations, see encounters, and experience Jesus through the eyes of someone who knew Him, walked with Him, and loved Him. On this episode of Brave Men, Pastor Brandon Cole joins his father Paul Louis Cole to unpack the depth, beauty, and power of John’s Gospel—and what it reveals about Jesus for us today. Brandon is a gifted communicator and pastor of Gallery Church in Fort Worth, Texas, a vibrant community passionate about building lives full of faith, hope, and love—and presenting Jesus in a fresh and compelling way, on every street and in every heart. This is not simply a discussion about an ancient book. It is an invitation to encounter the Jesus that John could never forget. Brave Men is hosted by Paul Louis Cole, president of Christian Men’s Network. CMN is based in Texas and serves men and families in more than 100 nations around the world. For resources to disciple men, strengthen families, and build a generation of courageous followers of Christ, visit https://CMN.men.

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  Episode #19

  Unexpected Journey to the Basement

  Oct 9, 20251h 24mS6

  <p>Tim Ross was an unsaved pastor's kid on the southside of Los Angeles when God arrested him before the streets could. Today he's a professional podcaster, social media influencer, author, preacher and businessman. His podcast, The Basement, has been seen and heard by millions around the world.</p> <p>This is Tim's story. A powerful, honest and transparent walk through one man's journey from southside to the largest platforms in the world. What does God do in a man's life that takes him from level to new level? How do we deal with the real pressures of loss and...

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  Episode #18

  Motivated to Serve, Empowered to Lead

  Sep 25, 202558 minS6

  <p>It's amazing how this man met Jesus Christ. You'll hear his remarkable story today. Walt Landers is a man who has has dedicated his life to serving God and leading men. But it wasn't always that way. Growing up in the wilds of West Texas, Walt had known hard work since he was a young man on a ranch and in construction. But after meeting Jesus he found his true calling in ministry and education.<br><br>Dr. Landers serves as Lead Pastor of The Life Church in San Angelo and is the founder of Texas Leadership Public Schools...

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