Intentional Man Podcast

Are you being a good steward of what God has entrusted to you? In this episode, I want to challenge you with that question. From your time and resources to your gifts, talents, and opportunities—are you using them to their fullest potential, or are you playing it safe and holding back out of fear?We’ll dive into the parable of the 10 servants in Luke 19, where Jesus shows us that stewardship isn’t about playing it safe—it’s about growth. God calls us to use and expand what He’s given us, not hide it away. Those who are faithful with little will be entrusted with more, but those who do nothing will see even what they have taken away.This episode will encourage you to reflect on your own stewardship, challenge you to take ownership, and inspire you to prepare now for the opportunities God wants to bring your way.

In this episode, I want to encourage you to keep going with what God has placed on your heart. The journey toward God-sized dreams can feel like a rollercoaster—some days full of passion and motivation, other days heavy with discouragement. But your work is not in vain, and your faithfulness is not going unnoticed.We’ll look at the promises in Psalm 37 that remind us of our role—delight in the Lord, commit everything to Him, trust Him, and be still in His presence—and God’s role: to act, to help, and to bring about the results in His timing. If you stay faithful, disciplined, and focused on loving God and others, He will be faithful to strengthen you and guide you.Be encouraged today: the dream in your heart is there for a reason. Keep sowing, keep investing, and keep trusting—your harvest is coming.

In this episode, we wrap up our mini-series on the subtle distractions the enemy uses to pull men away from what matters most—living fully for God and His purposes. Today, we’re talking about a big one: the approval of others.How often do your decisions—what you wear, what you buy, even your career path—come from a desire to be liked, accepted, or validated? The truth is, living for people’s approval can keep you from living in obedience to God.Join me as I share personal struggles in this area, biblical wisdom, and practical encouragement to help you pursue private victories over public recognition. Let’s learn how to fix our eyes on Jesus, live for His approval above all, and walk with true character and integrity.

Is the pursuit of success distracting you from what matters most? As men, it’s easy to tie our worth and validation to our work, accomplishments, and worldly success. But what if chasing after achievement is keeping us from living on mission for God?In this episode, we dive into the subtle ways the enemy uses success to pull men away from eternal significance. You’ll learn how to shift your focus from building your own kingdom to advancing God’s kingdom, and why living for significance—impacting others and living for God’s purposes—will make you a dangerous man in the right way.

If you’re not intentional, one of the easiest areas to let slide is your health. As men, we juggle so many responsibilities—work, family, ministry, commitments—that it’s easy for fitness and nutrition to get pushed to the back burner.But here’s the truth: hoping you’ll have time to work out or motivation to eat better is not a strategy.If health stays a wish instead of a plan backed by consistent action, it will always be one step behind in your life.Today, I want to give you 7 practical ways to move from wishful thinking to intentional action so you can make your health a real priority again.

Is the pursuit of comfort silently distracting you from what truly matters most in your life?In today’s episode, we dive deep into a subtle but dangerous tactic the enemy often uses to pull men away from living on mission for God—comfort. While distractions like phones, TV, and social media are easy to spot, comfort is far more deceptive. It can lull you into apathy, diminish your dependence on God, and keep you from pursuing the bold, God-sized dreams He’s placed in your heart.Jonathan unpacks 3 powerful signs that comfort might be holding you back and shares personal stories and biblical examples—like Moses’ call from the burning bush and the faith of a couple in Guatemala—that challenge us to re-examine what we’re really living for.Are you relying on God for anything in your life right now? Are you facing any criticism for your faith? Are you dreaming dreams that require divine intervention?This episode will inspire you to step out of your comfort zone, rediscover your mission, and live with boldness and intentionality.It’s time to stop coasting and start living—for God, for your calling, and for the impact you were created to make.👉 Share this episode with a friend who needs the reminder to live with courage and purpose.

In a culture where busyness is worn like a badge of honor, it’s easy to fill your schedule and still feel empty. But what if your packed calendar is doing more harm than good?In this episode, we expose The Busyness Trap—and unpack the hidden ways it may be sabotaging your life, your calling, and your walk with God. You’ll discover:How busyness kills intimacy with GodWhy your packed schedule might be pulling you away from your purposeHow productivity can become a false source of identityAnd how constant activity can cover up the deeper issues you’re avoidingThis is a wake-up call for every man who feels overwhelmed, overcommitted, and under-connected to what matters most. If you're ready to take back your time and live with intention, this episode is for you.👉 Don’t let what’s urgent distract you from what’s eternal. Tune in now.

One of the main things that can keep you distracted from what's most important is...your phone! That device is such a great tool when used correctly, but very quickly, it can become a major source of distraction.If you want to be a man that throws off distractions and focuses your life on what is the most important, you need to be proactive in the way that you handle your phone to make sure it doesn't suck up your time and attention.In this episode, you will learn 6 powerful strategies to cut down on your screen time.

Fear holds far too many men back—fear of failure, fear of rejection, fear of not being enough. But what if the answer isn’t more courage... it’s more service?In this powerful episode, you’ll hear the incredible true story of Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer, whose fearless actions on the battlefield weren’t driven by heroism—but by love and loyalty to his brothers. His story will challenge the way you think about fear and reveal a counterintuitive truth: when your mission is to serve others, fear loses its grip.Discover how fear is often rooted in self-focus, why distraction and inaction usually have fear at the core, and how shifting your mindset toward service can set you free to lead, speak, and live with boldness.If you’ve been stuck, distracted, or afraid to take the next step—this episode will give you a tool you can use today to move forward with clarity and purpose.

If you want to build a life of true intention, you have to start with clarity. In this episode, we dive deep into why so many men feel overwhelmed, distracted, and disconnected from their purpose—and how a lack of clarity is often the root cause.Using the powerful metaphor of building a dream home without blueprints, we explore how easy it is to work hard, stay busy, and still end up with a life that doesn’t reflect your deepest values. We’ll unpack what it means to clearly define your priorities and offer a practical exercise that will help you get aligned spiritually, relationally, and personally.You’ll learn:Why clarity is the foundation of intentional livingHow to evaluate if your schedule and spending align with your valuesA simple, powerful exercise to identify your priorities and start living them out

Are you living your days with purpose — or just reacting to whatever comes your way? In this episode, we dive into one of the core habits of intentional living: proactivity. Jonathan walks through two vivid pictures of daily life — one reactive and one proactive — and unpacks the massive difference between coasting through the day and leading your day with vision and purpose.You’ll learn:What a reactive day looks like (and why it leaves you drained)The mindset of a proactive manHow to align your time with your valuesTwo simple but powerful steps to start living proactivelyWhy clarity and planning are essential to a life of significanceWhether it’s your walk with God, your relationships, your health, or your goals — if you want to stop drifting and start living intentionally, this episode is for you.A reactive life is a passive life. A proactive life is an intentional life. Let's talk about how to make the shift.

I recently attended a men’s retreat where the speaker walked us through the deep questions men wrestle with in different decades of life. From the identity-searching 20s to the responsibility-packed 30s, and into the later decades where many men realize they've lost close friendships—they all carry critical lessons for us today.One insight stood out to all of us: male loneliness often creeps in during the 30s and grows if we aren’t intentional. I listened as men in their 50s and 60s reflected on how they had let friendships fade, unintentionally finding themselves without close friends. It was a wake-up call.We’ll talk about why friendships don’t just “happen” as we get older, how relationships require intentional effort, and the concept of “social fitness.” Just like physical fitness, if you don’t exercise your relationships, they atrophy.I’m also issuing a challenge: take action today. Call or message one friend you want to reconnect with. Be the initiator. Lifelong friendships aren’t built by accident—they require intentionality.

A recent mission trip to Guatemala changed my perspective on faith and service. Meeting a couple living in extreme poverty, yet fully relying on God, challenged me to rethink how much I truly depend on Him.In this episode, I share how serving others can deepen your faith, shift your focus, and help you experience God in new ways. If you’re feeling stuck or disconnected, the best way forward might be to serve.

What does it truly mean to build a life of significance? Is it about career success, personal achievements, or making an impact on others?Too often, we chase validation in success—wealth, status, or recognition—without asking if it truly matters. But significance isn’t about what you gain; it’s about what you give. It’s about living for others, making an impact, and ultimately glorifying God.This episode explores the key differences between success and significance, how to shift from a self-focused mindset to an others-focused life, and practical ways to live intentionally each day.Let’s make a difference—wherever we are, with whatever we have, day by day.Listen now and start living for significance!

Are you feeling overwhelmed, constantly busy, but never truly moving forward In this episode, we dive into a powerful framework that will help you take control of your schedule, focus on what truly matters, and stop feeling like you're always behind.I’ll share key insights from my own journey of battling busyness, plus practical tools like the Eisenhower Matrix to help you prioritize your time effectively. Get ready to shift your focus to working on the things that truly move the needle in your life and start making meaningful progress on what matters most.

In this episode, we dive into the power of focused, intentional growth—using the legendary work ethic of Kobe Bryant as a model. Kobe became one of the greatest basketball players of all time because he never got bored with the basics and built a deliberate plan for improvement.The challenge is simple: Do you have a clear plan for growth? Are you practicing the right skills with intention? Whether it’s your career, relationships, or faith, success isn’t random—it’s the result of consistent, focused effort.Don’t leave your growth to chance. Tune in to learn how to identify key skills, build a strategic plan, and pursue your God-sized goals with purpose.

In this episode, you will learn about one of the best practices you can put into place to be highly intentional throughout your entire day.There is a big difference between living with good intentions and actually living with intentionality.Are you coasting through each day hoping you treat people well or just hoping that you focus on what's important?Or are you truly bringing intentionality to each and every moment?You will leave this training equipped to live with a high level of intentionality on a consistent basis!

So many menwant great things for their lives, but few actuallylive in a way that makes those things a reality. The difference? Intentionality.In today’s episode, we’re diving into the critical shift every man must make: moving from good intentions to intentional living.I’ll break down five key areas where men often get stuck in wishful thinking instead of taking real, purposeful action.✔️ Are you reacting to life or proactively leading your days?✔️ Do you talk about your goals, or are you consistently taking action?✔️ Do you tell yourself “I’ll start tomorrow,” or do you commit to starting today?✔️ Are you hoping for strong relationships, or are you intentionally investing in them?✔️ When challenges arise, do you quit, or do you persevere?The truth is, the life you desire is on the other side of intentional action. It’s time to stop hoping and startdoing.

Overwhelmed by Your To-Do List? Try This! Do you ever feel like your to-do list is never-ending? You start the day with big plans, only to end it feeling like you barely made a dent. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or frustrated by your never-shrinking task list, this episode is for you. Today, I’m sharing two simple yet powerful strategies that will help you take control of your day, boost your productivity, and regain your momentum. We’ll dive into the Daily Big 3—a game-changing approach to prioritizing what truly moves the needle—and the power of Three Daily Wins to help you finish each day feeling accomplished instead of defeated. If you’re tired of spinning your wheels and want a proven way to make consistent progress, this episode will equip you with the tools you need to focus, execute, and win each day. Let’s get intentional!

In this episode of The Intentional Man Podcast, the focus is on the challenge of overcommitment and the importance of learning to say "no." Are you saying yes to too many "good" things, leaving little room for the "great" things that truly matter? Practical strategies are shared for identifying trade-offs, using powerful questions to evaluate opportunities, and implementing the Yes-No-Yes framework for saying no with clarity and grace. Packed with insights from Michael Hyatt's Free to Focus and William Ury's The Power of a Positive No, this episode equips you to protect your time, prioritize your biggest dreams, and live with intention. It’s time to say no to distractions and yes to what truly matters. Don’t miss this one!