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KINSMEN: Our Need for Testimony

Why is testimony such an important part of our faith? In this episode, Peter shares three specific examples speaking to the power of testimony in our lives, including a recently published essay titled Walking The Long Way Home by David Maywald.
With dozens of gatherings hosted by KINSMEN over the past couple of years, Peter emphasizes how our need for testimony in community can be a catalyst for spiritual growth and formation.

KINSMEN: Our Need for Prayer

In this episode, we continue our series on what we need as men. Today's emphasis is on prayer. It may sound obvious, but the reality is many of us shy away from deeper, and more intimate prayer life.
Whether you're looking to kickstart a more frequent and consistent prayer time, or you're compelled to invite others regularly to join you in prayer. This episode will encourage you to take action in this most important area of our life. 

KINSMEN: Our Need for Belonging - Organizational Updates

In this episode, Peter gives various exciting updates on the organization and the future. We also further our series on need, speaking to the place of belonging with a reading of an essay on formation and discipleship.

KINSMEN – Our need for solitude

In this episode, Peter talks about the importance of solitude in our life and shares a few simple, practical ways for us as men to quiet the noise. We also read Psalm 23 and Psalm 46 to help us usher in this necessary spiritual practice in our everyday lives.

KINSMEN: Our need for elders

What role do elders play in our lives, and why do we need them? In this episode, we explore the value of having older men who are full of wisdom and experience to guide us through life. While mentors are important, there’s something uniquely powerful about learning from elders—those who have walked many seasons and still live with faith, generosity, and passion. We dive into how their stories, presence, and perspectives can deeply shape us, helping us grow in our faith, family, and work. Join us as we reflect on the need for elders and the profound impact they have on our journey.

What will be your Epitaph? – An essay by Morgan Snyder (Corrected)

In this episode, we’ll hear from Peter as we close out the final essay in Vol I of Kinsmen Journal written by Morgan Snyder of Wild at Heart. Morgan invites us to ask the hard questions of ourselves. What will be remembered about us when we’re gone? What will our family and closest friends say?
 
Also, Peter shares about upcoming events for KINSMEN, including in SW Missouri, as well as elsewhere. Be sure to sign-up for the KINSMEN emails at kinsmen.org/subscribe to stay informed of events.
 
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The Courage We Need

In this episode we hear from Peter on the subject of Courage, as well as an essay on Worship from Kinsmen Journal – Volume I. At a recent gathering, Peter spoke on the importance of pursuing what is hard and difficult, and that it often takes courage from each of us to do what’s necessary. He presents an alternative definition for the word, not one based on heroics, but one that’s a response from a life that’s consecrated to God.
Also, his essay on worship could be an applicable reset on how our worship unto God is about him and it’s a privilege to rest and worship in his presence, particularly in our local church.

A letter to the church about men

In this episode, Peter reads a timely letter written for the church about men. The letter is rooted in the Gospel and expounds on three observations regarding men, society, and the church. This is one of the most important episodes to date, so please share it and discuss with others.

Plumblines – Essays on Legacy and Expression

In this episode, Peter gives some exciting updates on KINSMEN as we head into the new year. Also, we continue our plumblines series with two essays as we hear from Jon Carlos Velez through his words on the subject of expression as well as Lee Domingue as he writes and speaks on Legacy. Enjoy this rich episode as we near the end of reading through Kinsmen Journal Vol I.

Plumblines: An essay on Holy vs. Worldly Ambition

Plumblines: An essay on Holy vs. Worldly Ambition
 
In this essay, we continue our plumbline series as we measure ourselves as men to what God’s word intends. Today’s episode centers on the subject of Ambition. What is it? How do we use it for good or for self? We hear from Brian Tome, pastor of Crossroads Church in Cincinnati, OH and founder of Man Camp. We also share the opening pages of the chapter titled The Shadow of Ambition in Jon Tyson’s most recent book, Fighting Shadows.
Ambition is a gift, created by God and infused into the hearts of men. Listen in as we learn how it can be shaped for God’s glory.The Aggressive Life PodcastMan Camp