Courageous Men
The Courageous Men podcast exists to challenge, encourage, and equip Christian men to follow God faithfully, love their families well, and build a legacy that lasts.Each episode offers honest conversations, biblical insights, and practical wisdom to help you rise above the noise, reject passivity, and walk boldly in your God-given calling.We talk about biblical leadership, marriage, fatherhood, living with purpose, stewardship, and legacy to help Christian business leaders, husbands, and dads live a life of eternal significance.Because real manhood isn’t measured by money or status. It’s defined by faith, family, and the courage to live and...
What Am I Avoiding That I Need to Face Head On?
Most men don’t intend to push God to the sidelines - but when schedules fill up and pressures pile on, it’s easy to separate faith from the rest of life. Work sits in one box. Family in another. Friendships in another. And before long, you’re living a fragmented life that feels disconnected from God’s presence.
In this episode of the Courageous Men Podcast, Whitney Sewell shares how to break out of compartmentalized living and walk with Jesus into every area of your life - your home, your business, your relation...
Leading Faithfully in Every Area of Life - with Brandon Schaefer
How do you lead with faith at home, at work, and in your community? In this episode, Whitney Sewell sits down with leadership coach Brandon Schaefer to talk about what it really looks like to live an integrated, God-honoring life.
You’ll hear practical wisdom on inviting God into every part of your day, discerning the difference between burnout and God’s redirection, leading your family with grace, and building a legacy that lasts.
If you’re a Christian man who wants to follow God faithfully, love your family well, and lead with courage, this conver...
What is Preventing Me From Showing Up with Intention?
The final episode in this seven-part series centers on Question 7 from 7 Powerful Questions Every Christian Man Should Ask Weekly:
What habits, distractions, or obstacles are preventing me from showing up with intention?
Whitney Sewell reveals how subtle compromises and misplaced priorities can pull you off-mission - and how to build rhythms that keep you focused on God, your family, and your calling. If you’ve ever felt distracted or distant from your purpose, this episode will help you realign your heart and habits for lasting impact.
In this episode:
• How...
Who Do I Need to Reach Out To?
You weren’t made to go it alone. In part six of this seven-part series, Whitney Sewell walks through Question 6 from 7 Powerful Questions Every Christian Man Should Ask Weekly:
Who do I need to reach out to—either to encourage or be encouraged?
Whitney unpacks how God designed men for community, accountability, and encouragement. You’ll be reminded that real strength grows in connection—and sometimes the most courageous thing you can do is pick up the phone.
In this episode:
• Why isolation is the enemy of growth
• How to build...
Where Are Fear, Pride, Or Insecurity Holding Me Back?
Fear, pride, and insecurity are like hidden weights that slow you down spiritually. In part five of this seven-part series, Whitney Sewell explores Question 5 from 7 Powerful Questions Every Christian Man Should Ask Weekly:
Where are fear, pride, or insecurity holding me back from everything God has for me?
Learn how to identify these barriers, surrender them to God, and take courageous steps of faith that unlock His strength in your life. Week by week, you’ll build freedom, confidence, and courage to live fully in your calling.
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What Am I Avoiding That I Need to Face Head On?
Avoidance creates anxiety - but courage creates clarity.
In part four of this seven-part series, Whitney Sewell unpacks Question 4 from 7 Powerful Questions Every Christian Man Should Ask Weekly:
What decisions, conversations, or actions am I currently avoiding that I need to face head on?
Through biblical truth and practical examples, Whitney challenges men to confront what they’ve been delaying and take bold steps toward integrity and peace. It’s time to stop running from what God has called you to handle with courage.
In this episode:
• Why avoidan...
How Can I Make Progress Toward My Long-Term Goals?
When life gets busy, it’s easy to lose sight of the calling God has placed on your life. In part three of this seven-part series, Whitney Sewell walks through Question 3 from 7 Powerful Questions Every Christian Man Should Ask Weekly:
How can I make progress toward my long-term goals, calling, or purpose?
Discover how small, consistent steps build momentum over time and move you closer to the purpose God created you for. Whitney shares practical ways to overcome distraction, reclaim focus, and make steady progress toward what truly matters.
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The 15-Minute Habit That Will Transform Your Marriage
You don’t need a weekend getaway to strengthen your marriage - just 15 minutes a day. Whitney shares practical ways to build trust, connection, and intimacy through small daily habits that fit your real life.
In this episode:
• 6 quick ways to connect with your wife every day
• How to spot emotional drift early
• Why consistency creates the safety your marriage needs
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How Do My Wife And Kids Need Me To Show Up?
In part two of the 7 Powerful Questions series, Whitney challenges men to love and lead their families with greater intentionality. You’ll learn how to slow down, listen, and meet your family’s needs before they have to ask - and how that one shift can transform your home.
In this episode:
• How to tune in to your family’s emotional and spiritual needs
• Why being present is more powerful than being perfect
• Practical ways to lead your home with love and courage
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How Can I Walk More Closely With God This Week?
This episode launches the 7 Powerful Questions series and starts with the most important one: “How can I walk more closely with God this week?” Whitney shares why small daily steps of faith matter more than big spiritual moments, and how to create space to hear from God.
In this episode:
• How to build a rhythm of prayer and reflection
• Why consistency creates intimacy with God
• Practical ways to strengthen your walk of faith
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When You Can’t Fix It: Letting God Restore What’s Broken
What do you do when your best efforts aren’t enough? In this honest episode, Whitney shares how to find peace when things stay broken and why some problems are meant to be surrendered, not solved. You’ll discover how grace, humility, and trust create space for God to do what only He can.
In this episode:
• Why surrender is stronger than striving
• The path from guilt to grace
• How to rebuild relationships through humility and prayer
Dads: This Question Could Change Everything
If your kids described you right now, what would they say? In this vulnerable episode, Whitney shares the one powerful question every dad should ask - and how to handle the honest answers with grace.
In this episode:
• How humility deepens your relationship with your kids
• What your children’s answers can teach you
• How to respond with courage, not defensiveness
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Warning Signs You’re Too Busy (And How to Reset)
Busyness often feels productive - but it’s quietly stealing what matters most. Whitney breaks down how overcommitment and distraction slowly erode your faith, marriage, and peace. You’ll learn how to identify when you’re stretched too thin and what to do to reset before burnout sets in.
In this episode:
• 5 warning signs of unhealthy busyness
• How to discern between good and Godly opportunities
• How to reclaim presence with your family and focus in your calling
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5 Easy Ways to Bring Joy Back Into Your Home
Every man sets the emotional thermostat of his home. In this episode, Whitney reveals five simple ways to reset the tone when stress, distraction, or frustration creep in. You’ll discover how small shifts in presence, attitude, and prayer can restore peace and connection to your family tonight.
In this episode:
• 5 practical ways to shift the atmosphere in your home
• Why your presence matters more than your performance
• How laughter, gratitude, and prayer create lasting peace
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How to Be the Father You Never Had
Many men enter fatherhood without a model - but that doesn’t mean you have to figure it out alone. In this episode, Whitney shares how to find mentors and role models who will help you grow as a father, husband, and leader. You’ll discover how to break cycles, learn from others, and become the man your family can rely on.
In this episode:
• How to find godly role models and mentors
• Why every father needs accountability and community
• How to model courage and consistency for your children
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7 Daily Habits of Courageous Men
Courage grows through repetition - through small, faithful actions that strengthen your resolve. In this episode, Whitney shares seven practical habits to help men grow in consistency, conviction, and courage. These steps aren’t complicated, but they will transform your mindset and deepen your faith over time.
In this episode:
• 7 simple habits that strengthen courage
• Why micro discomfort builds spiritual muscle
• How accountability keeps your faith sharp
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How to Lead Your Family With Courage and Integrity - with Brook Mosser
What does it mean to lead your family with courage when life feels overwhelming?
In this episode, Whitney Sewell sits down with Brook Mosser - husband, father of four, pastor, and co-founder of Intentional Parents - for a vulnerable and practical conversation about the challenges of fatherhood and faith.
Brook shares openly about the moments that shaped him as a husband and dad: learning to study his wife like a lifelong student, discovering the power of humble apologies, and finding grace in seasons where family life feels chaotic. He reminds us that godly leadership isn...
How to Stay Courageous When Life Is Hard
When life feels heavy and chaotic, courage means persistence, not perfection. In this episode, Whitney unpacks 2 Corinthians 12:9 and shares how to stand firm when everything around you feels unstable. You’ll learn six ways to rely on God’s strength when your own runs out — from prayer and brotherhood to practical steps that restore your focus and peace.
In this episode:
• How weakness becomes the stage for God’s power
• Practical ways to stay courageous through chaos
• Why community and grace matter more than ever in tough times
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How to Be Courageous (Even if It Doesn’t Come Naturally)
Courage isn’t something you either have or don’t - it’s something you practice. In this episode, Whitney unpacks how fear often hides behind comfort and how to build courage through small, daily acts of faith. These five steps will help you push past hesitation, lead with confidence, and rely on God’s strength when life feels uncertain.
In this episode:
• Five daily habits that build inner courage
• How to confront fear without being consumed by it
• Why trusting God always comes before taking bold action
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What's Really Holding You Back from True Courage?
Every man faces traps that can quietly drain his courage - fear, pride, isolation, hidden sin. In this powerful episode, Whitney reveals seven of the most common traps that keep men from stepping into their calling and leading boldly. You’ll learn how to spot the warning signs, overcome the lies that keep you small, and take the first step toward spiritual and emotional freedom.
In this episode:
• 7 subtle traps that weaken courage and leadership
• How the enemy uses distraction to keep men passive
• Practical steps to regain clarity, strength, and focus
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Are You Falling for These Common Lies?
What does it really mean to “be a man”? Culture shouts one message — strength, success, control — but Scripture paints a different picture. In this episode, Whitney exposes seven lies Christian men often believe about manhood and replaces them with biblical truth. Whether it’s the myth that emotions are weakness or that your worth depends on success, you’ll discover how these distortions rob you of freedom and faith.
In this episode:
• The difference between cultural and biblical masculinity
• Why vulnerability is actually strength
• How to live as a courageous man who leads with love an...
Welcome to the Courageous Men Podcast with Whitney Sewell!
Courage isn’t about being loud or fearless - it’s about being faithful when it’s hard. In this first episode of The Courageous Men Podcast, Whitney Sewell shares the story of his family’s adoption journey and what it taught him about true, biblical courage. You’ll hear how love, sacrifice, and obedience shape real strength - and why our families and the world desperately need men who will lead with conviction.
In this episode:
• Why real courage is steady, not flashy
• What Whitney’s adoption story taught him about God’s heart
• How...
Introducing Courageous Men with Whitney Sewell
In a culture that’s lost its sense of direction, men are being called to rise.
Courageous Men with Whitney Sewell is for the husband, father, and entrepreneur who refuses to drift through life. Each week, Whitney challenges you to live with conviction, lead with purpose, and love your family in a way that leaves a lasting legacy.
This isn’t just another motivational podcast. It’s a movement - calling Christian men to step into the life God designed them for, with courage that shows up in boardrooms and in living rooms alike...
