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The Daily Blade, hosted by Pastor Joby Martin of the Church of Eleven22 and Kyle Thompson of Undaunted.Life, is a short-form devotional show that equips Christians to apply the Word of God to their everyday lives.
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We explore how worship stretches beyond a narrow genre and why a rock anthem can fuel a faithful life. Skillet’s “Awake and Alive” becomes a lens for spiritual warfare, Scripture as weapon, and living new in Christ with courage. • widening what worship music includes • why Skillet’s bold faith and humility matter • spiritual warfare as a normal Christian reality • Ephesians 6 and the sword of the Spirit • Matthew 4 and how Jesus answers temptation • chorus themes of awakening and new life • ...
We trace a bluegrass worship song that quotes Revelation and 1 Corinthians to show a bigger view of Jesus and a wider view of worship. Scripture drives the melody as we follow the Lion and the Lamb from throne room to empty tomb, and call men to steadfast faith. • reframing worship beyond narrow genre habits • bluegrass as a vessel for scripture-rich praise • Revelation imagery of the returning King • the scroll, the scar, and the Lamb who conquers • chorus as a compact gospel: death defeate...
We widen the frame on worship and show how a metal track can carry deep biblical truth. Convictions’ “Stigmata” becomes a pathway through the Psalms, Isaiah 53, John 20, and the Lord’s Prayer, proving worship is bigger than CCM and rooted in the scars of Christ. • redefining worship beyond contemporary christian music • scripture mapped through “stigmata” by convictions • lament and endurance as biblical worship themes • isaiah 53 and john 20 as anchors for the chorus • peter’s martyrdom and...
We close our week on glorifying God at work by calling men to put people before profit and love before mere output. Grounded in the Great Commandment, we show how grace enables firm, honest, and kind leadership that values souls while pursuing excellence. • people over profit as a guiding value • the Great Commandment applied to the workplace • grace as the power to love and obey • love defined as patient, kind, not envious or boastful • accountability with dignity and clear goals • rejectin...
We press into a simple but sharp practice for honoring God at work: do everything without complaining or arguing, and let silence and integrity turn heads. Scripture, not spin, guides how we use our words, shape culture, and carry one life across every space. • why refusing to complain makes you stand out • how Philippians 2:14 reframes daily work • the quiet power of words, tone, and restraint • being salt and light on the job • integrity as one life across all contexts • practical habits f...
We explore how work itself glorifies God and why excellence and witness go hand in hand. We walk through Acts 1:8 and the Great Commission to show how the Spirit empowers us to share the gospel in everyday moments on the job. • work as worship through excellence and integrity • the promise of power from Acts 1:8 • clarifying the Great Commission as you go • the personal call to be a witness • practical ways to share faith at work • praying for coworkers by name • seeing people as persons not...
We explore how everyday work becomes worship when we aim our effort at the Lord, not human approval. Colossians 3 and the Parable of the Talents reshape motivation, excellence, and stewardship for the modern workplace. • Word as spiritual weapon and mission of the show • Colossians 3 context and household code • Working for the Lord rather than people • Integrity beyond eye service in daily tasks • Parable of the Talents applied to modern jobs • Faithfulness over comparison and envy • Using ...
We challenge the myth of a sacred secular divide and cast a practical vision for work as worship. From Genesis to the job site, we show how men join God in bringing order from chaos through their daily craft. • the cultural mandate and why work predates the fall • no divide between pulpit work and payroll work • reframing jobs in trades, medicine, finance, and education • finding the why behind daily tasks • seeing integrity and excellence as worship • using God-given aptitudes for human flo...
We trace the five commands to men in 1 Corinthians 16 to their center in love, showing how obedience flows from delight in Jesus rather than fear. A tender adoption story reveals how being loved creates people who love, and we end with a simple daily prayer that reshapes action. • the five commands for men and why love completes them • Jesus’s words as a promise, not a threat • the difference between rule-keeping and loving obedience • the adoption story that illustrates transforming love • ...
We explore what “be strong” means in 1 Corinthians 16 and why Jesus tells his followers to stay and receive power before they go. We link Word and Spirit, show how Paul led in Corinth without relying on polish, and offer a simple prayer that God loves to answer. • five commands for men in 1 Corinthians 16:13–14 • strength defined as Spirit-empowered power, not mere talk • Acts 1:8 and the pattern of stay, receive, then go • Paul’s ministry in Corinth as power over persuasion • reuniting Word...
We explore courage as a core part of biblical manhood and challenge the myth that faith and fear cannot coexist. Josh shares raw moments of anxiety in ministry and points to Joshua and Jesus as models for obedience under pressure. • the five commands in 1 Corinthians 16:13–14 • courage defined as obedience despite fear • a candid story of anxiety and preaching • faith overriding fear rather than erasing it • Joshua’s repeated call to be strong and courageous • a...
We call men to stand firm in a world that keeps pressing them into its mold, and we point to the Spirit’s power as the true footing. Scripture, story, and a clear charge help us resist stubborn pride while choosing courageous love. • the command to stand firm from 1 Corinthians 16:13–14 • Romans 12’s warning about the world’s mold • reverse discipleship through media and algorithms • God’s plan in the word versus the world’s plan • the Holy Spirit as Paraclete who helps us stand • the differ...
We trace Paul’s charge to “be watchful” back to Ezekiel’s watchman and apply it to four spheres men must guard: heart, family, church, and culture. We move from theology to action with practical steps, prayers, and a sober call to responsibility before God. • the watchman mandate in Ezekiel 3 and Acts 20 • five commands of 1 Corinthians 16:13–14 with focus on watchfulness • the cost of silence versus the courage to warn • guarding the heart with confession and repentance • taking responsibil...
1We explore why the surest way to bless your kids is to love their mom first, grounding the call in Ephesians 5 and everyday practices that build a secure home. We offer clear steps to reorder time, protect honor, and parent from unity rather than urgency. • the sword of the Spirit as our framing • the link between marital love and kids’ security • teens experientially rich but relationally poor • Ephesians 5 as the model for husbands • practical boundaries like date nights and respect • crea...
We walk through the Prodigal Son to show how godly dads hold firm boundaries while leading with lavish grace. We confront control, pride, and the need to be right, and replace them with humility, celebration, and the steady pursuit of our kids’ hearts. • Word of God as the Sword shaping fatherhood • Day four focus on being a godly dad • Reading Luke 15 and highlighting key turns • Letting consequences teach without rescuing • The father’s compassion and running embrace • Leading with grace, ...
We call dads to own the discipleship of their children and show how two steady practices—local church involvement and praying Scripture—shape a child’s faith and choices. Stories, specific Psalms, and practical steps show why community and God’s word do the heaviest lifting. • dads bear primary responsibility for discipling children • local church community as a crucial support • trusted godly adults for teens when they stop sharing everything • Psalm 1 forming a son’s friendships and focus ...
We unpack why a father’s words carry unique weight and how careless speech can wound while wise speech heals. Through Proverbs and the story of Isaac, Jacob, and Esau, we show how to bless children intentionally and repair harm with honest repentance. • the spiritual weight of a dad’s words • careless speech as a blade versus healing words • death and life in the power of the tongue • shifting from disappointment language to gospel alignment • the permanence of spoken blessing in Genesis 27 ...
We explore why Scripture ties a father’s joy to children walking in truth and how a dad’s tone and habits shape a child’s view of God. We anchor discipline in kindness, move from compliance to relationship, and map practical steps to earn influence that lasts. • the sword of the Spirit as our frame • 3 John 4 and joy in children’s truth • Ephesians 6 on discipline without provoking • defining exasperation and no-win scenarios • Romans 2:4 and kindness leading to repentance • Jesus teaching u...
We unpack Job 31:29–30 to show why respectable men refuse vengeance and choose forgiveness, even when wronged. Real cases and Scripture reveal how mercy forms trustworthy husbands and steadies homes. • Job 31 as a lens for respectability • Forgiveness over vengeance as a heart reflex • Proverbs 24 warning against celebrating ruin • Public malice versus private restraint • Courtroom forgiveness and moral courage • Gospel power from Romans 5 to forgive enemies • Marriage and leadership shaped ...
We trace how Job 31 shapes a man’s respectability through consistent generosity and deep contentment, especially in marriage. We confront the trap of greed, reflect on Solomon’s warnings, and share practical steps to loosen our grip on gold and strengthen our grip on God. • Job 31 as a template for generosity and respectability • Care for the widow and fatherless as a lived habit • Proverbs 19:17 and Luke 3:10–11 as calls to action • Honest reflection on inconsistent generosity • Trusting Go...
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Awana went woke during the COVID years. Our church started their own program. Good stuff today Kyle!