Christian Outdoors Podcast

What does it mean to be a responsible steward? How can we make a difference in the world in which we live? Today's guest, Benny Braden was hiking near his home in eastern Tennessee and he began to notice trash along the trails, and he began picking the trash up. In some places the trash was immense. Left over tents, beer cans, food packaging, and more were littered everywhere. Taking it upon himself, he began a campaign of cleaning up our public lands. And "Responsible Stewardship" was founded. A non-profit organization that works to keep our public lands clean and trash free. Benny, is also a PTSD survivor and a follower of Christ. In this show we discuss his hikes across the globe and how Responsible Stewardship came into being as well has his personal faith journey.

How much money do you make? How much do you weigh? What did you pay for your car? Do you tithe? Many of us find these questions offensive and in some ways they are. Except for the last one...the rest are non of my business, and are on some level offensive. But God doesnt ask any of te others, but he does as for our Tithe. 10% of your gross income. Why are we so quick to give out 20% of the cost of a meal to a server but reluctant to give God 10% of our income? This and other things we discuss today as we loo into what God expects of us. Remember God can do more with 90% than you can with 100%....

What moves you? What is it in your life that moves your soul and compels you to do something and work to make a difference? For Sue Tidwell it was when she accompanied her husband on a safari to Tanzania. As a non-hunter herself, she saw the passion of her husband and as she says in her book, "when you love someone, their dream becomes your dream." Together they flew to Tanzania so Rick could pursue his dream of hunting Africa. What happened on this trip changed Sue profoundly. She saw firsthand how hunting has transformed the lives of the people of Tanzania and beyond. How hunting saves species, how controlled hunting conserves the landscape, how hunting provides jobs, food and income for hundreds and thousands of people living in Africa. She saw first hand how sustained hunting of these beautiful animals has helped the people of these countries and animals around the world. In her book Cries of the Savanna, Sue captuers the thrill of the hunt and the essence of the people who make it all happen. From the tents to the bush to the relationships she has built with the people she encounters, Sue takes the reader along with her as she struggles to make sense of it all and writes convincenly and beautifully. Cries of the Savanna is one of the best books ever penned on hunting Africa and should rank as the highest apologetic work on hunting in the last 50 years. She is a gifted writer and this book is a must read for anyone who wants to hunt Africa. For anyone who questions the ethics of hunting, and for anyone studying conservation around the globe. www.suetidwell.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Why is it so difficult to forgive others when they have wronged us? Why do we carry grudges? What makes it so hard? And yet Jesus tells us to forgive 77 times those who wrong us. Why is it hard to forgive ourselves? Personally I find it harder for me to forgive myself than it is to forgive others. Today we talk about why forgiveness is so important and how it can free you of your pain and heartache.

How do you live an abundany life? This is the mission of my guest today. Ms. Bethany Bethard is a military wife and mother of 5 that she home schools at her home in Oklahoma. She is an outdoors woman, outdoor writer and social media influencer who is helping women to live their lives abundantly. www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

We are all familure with the military term "About Face" to turn around, to change your direction and alter your intention. This is what Repentance is. The bible tells us over and over that we are to repent! "Unless you repent you will not see the kingdom of God." But what does this really mean? Today we look at the importance of repentance and how to go about it. How to change our direction, and alter our intentions.

Here at Christian Outdoors we like to talk about a lot of different subjects and today is no different. Today we have with us Pastor Gavin Roberts of Utah and his passion is hunting upland birds of the west. For those of us who live in the east, that includes birds such as pheasants, spruce grouse, ruffed grouse, valley quail, gambrels quail, California quail and chucker. THis variety of game birds allows Gavin to travel all through the west chasing different birds in a variety of terrain with his German Shorthair dogs. We also learn of his ministry in northern Utah. www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

How do soldiers prepare for battle? How do we prepare for everyday temptations, and struggles? Many of us are walking into the world ill prepared fro what lies ahead. We are mounting our horses, and load up our tooth picks and head into battle. We prepare for the struggles of life and the forces against us by diving deep into God's word. Reading it for ourselves and inbedding his word into our hearts. In this episode we look at how to study, why we need to study and the benefits of reading God's word and inbedding it into our lives.

There is little question that God allows peoples paths to cross at the right time in our lives. This is the case with today's guests Rob "Breezy" Henson and Cush Arrue. the owners and foudners of Apex Mountain, a full production company in South Florida. Their story of how they came to Christ, and their company is one that you do not want to miss. This show moved me in so many ways. As we talked, I could feel the presence of God with us and we felt the holy Spirit moving. Listen to this show, and know that God is real, his passion for you is real, and His desire to have a relationship with you is real. Rob and Cush are two guys that love Jesus with an infectious love that makes you WANT to be a part of it. My prayer is that you too, will leave this show moved by the power of the Holy Spirit as you listen to their story. www.apxmntn.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

How important is prayer? This is one of the questions we get a lot, and we hear a lot of folks talking about prayer. How do we pray? Is there a right way? Is it formal or casual? To put it simply, prayer is our time to talk to God...in this time we need to know we have God's undivided attention and we need to use the time to thank him, ask for forgiveness, and to let him know our deepest desires and concerns. I cannot remember where I heard it, but it stuck with me when a pastor preached on prayer and he suggested to do it like this; Thank you, Sorry, Please. We begin by thnaking God for all of our blessings, both big and small. Then we let Him know we are sorry for our failuers and sins, and lastly we ask Him for our hearts desires. This simple method makes praying easier and more focused. Today we dive into this method and the reasoining of why we pray.

The podcast world is inundated with shows about hunting, fishing and more. We here at Christian Outdoors are part of them. But today's guest, Russell Reynolds is taking a different approach to the outdoor podcast with a focus on conservation. Sure many other podcasts also focus on conservation, but this one is different, and today we hear why and how Wild Life Outdoors is different. We also get to hear a great story of a life changed when Russell recently became a Christian and dedicated his life to Christ. As a single dad in today's world, having teh grace and help of God is essential to fight off the attacks on ourselves and our children. https://www.mywildlifeoutdoors.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Devotions by Christian Outdoors We have some exciting news to bring to you here from the studios of Christian Outdoors Podcast. In an effort to bring more content to our large listener base and simultaneously be true to the mission of Christian Outdoors. I am excited to announce that beginning July 3, 2024, we will be releasing additional BONUS episodes on Wednesday's to compliment the Monday releases. As has been our focus since inception, Mondays are typically geared towards interviews with prominent stake holders in the outdoor space. We will continue that mission. Wednesday episodes will be titled, "Devotions by Christian Outdoors". These episodes will be around 15 minutes in duration and are designed to help you the listener with your daily walk with Christ. While brief in duration, the content will be poignant, direct, and help you get through your day as a follower of Christ. To begin these weekly devotions, I will focus on a book that is currently in the works I am titling; "The Making of a Disciple – 12 steps to becoming a Disciple of Christ" The first 12 episodes will be a synopsis of each chapter of the book and build on one another. It is my hope that you will find these enlightening, entertaining, and encouraging as you enjoy your journey with Christ. Stay tuned and be ready for the release of "Devotions by Christian Outdoors" coming to you every Wednesday, beginning on July 3, 2024!

Not many people get to experience the fullness of the Alaskan wilderness and the granduer of God's creation. Today's guests gets to do both! Ben Pettway and I met at a Wild Game Dinner where I was the Keynote speaker. After the show, he introduces himself and tells me he is a guide for moose, Dalls Sheep, Inland grizzly and coastal brown bears in Alaska. After talking to him for a while and seeing his passion for Jesus, I knew I needed to get him on the show. In this show we breakdown the life of an Alaskan big game guide and his life as a guide and his passion for Jesus. It is one of my favorite episodes listening to how he hunts, and shares Christ along the way.

What is happening to the Wild Turkey? Why is the population in decline? How can we save the Wild Turkey? What can I do to help the turkeys in my area? This and more are discussed this week as we have who is considered by most as the foremost knowledgeable person about the wild turkey in America. Dr. Mike Chamberlain. Dr. Chamberlain and I discuss an array of topics about the wild turkey, from habitat decline, to predation, nesting habits, and more as we dive deep into the life and future of the wild turkey in America. Considered by many to be America's greatest game bird, the wild turkey for many of us has captured our soul and penetrated us in a way that is hard to describe. Dr. Chamberlain is among those who has spent most of his career studying and learning from teh wild turkey. We discuss the science, and the habits of turkeys and those who pursue them. This is a great show as we also learn about how Dr. Chamberlain connects wiht God in the great outdoors. www.wildturkeylab.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Ted Nugent, Uncle Ted, Motor City Madman, The Nuge! Regardless of what you call him, Ted Nugent is a voice crying in the wilderness for the God given American rights. He is as passionate as anyone I have ever known or met. His knowledge, of all things related to the outdoors, adn politics are second ot none. And his ability to vocalize them in an entertaining, but poignant manner is something that resonates with many Americans. As the voice for protecting the 1st and 2nd amendment rights of all Americans Ted Nugent can and does "say it like it is" and for many folks, that is exactly what we want to hear and know. Today, I press Ted on his stance on the God given right to hunt, his faith in God, and his passion for conservation and for protecting the rights of Americans everywhere. We at Christian Outdoors are humbled to have been given some of his time to discuss things that are passionate to us. Find all all things about Ted Nugent at: www.tednugent.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

What is it like for a woman to leave all she knows and move to Seward, Alaska? Growing up in Oregon, Heather Blair only knew that world. A dedicated follower of Christ, she was diligent in seeking someone God had for her. As so often happens in relationships, it was a "happenstance" meeting of two diverse individuals that turned into a life together in Seward, Alaska. Heather and her husband Matt Ozerkov set out to begin a new life in Seward, Alaska where they are building Oz Lodge. (www.ozlodge.com) To share the wonders of Alaska with guests. Given a gift of hospitality, Heather and Matt are dedicated to making sure everyone who visits Oz Lodge feel like family when they leave. Heather is also one of the most passionate followers of Christ I have had the pleasure of interviewing in 5+ years of doing this show. Her passion is infectious and something I am sure all of her guests feel when they visit. This show will encourage you to trust in God's plan, and also encourage you to be patient while God is working. It also reminded me that what God has instore for us is far bigger than what we can imagine on our own. www.ozlodge.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

In 1986, seventeen year old Chad Waligura was having a normal day with his friends. Swimming, laughing and more until he dove into the pool and struck the bottom, breaking his neck at the C7. Before anyone noticed he was at the bottom, Chad drowned...adults at the event went into action pulled him from the water and resuscitated him, bringing him back to life. 3 weeks later he was in the woods chasing deer. Today, Chad has a respectable resume as an outdoor writer, television show host and more. In this episode we dicsuss his injury, and how he has not allowed it to stop him from chasing his dreams of hunting and fishing. You will love this show and learn a lot about Chad and Able Outdoors. His mission to help other parapalegic and quadrapalegics experience the outdoors. www.ableoutdoors.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Electric bicycles have taken over the backcountry. Hunters and anglers can now access areas that were previously unreachable. Today we talk with Bryan Child and Dave Anders of Bakcou bicycles and learn everything there is to know about E-Bikes. laws, policies, and the different types of bicycles they make from chain drive, to hub motors and more. We also learn about how Bakcou is a Christian company where Christ is the center of all they do. How praying as a company, working together and serving others has transformed their company in many ways. This is a great show where Bryan and Dave share the story of their business and their faith. www.bakcou.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Johnathan McCormick is known for his passion for Family, Fitness and Faith. His podcast and YouTube channel are titled Red Beard Outdoors. His ginger beard is obvious but his passion for the outdoors, being physically fit as well as he can and encourging others to be their best selves is contageous. Today we discuss how to get fit using some of the products he endorses, and how our passion for Christ is shared through our platforms. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEeozMakHMvdwkNJPLs-3Aw www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Is it a walk in the woods, or are we hiking? There is a difference, and today we are joined by John Felton from the Instagram and YouTube channel "As the Crow Flies Hiking" John is a passionate backpacker and hiker from Birmingham, Alabama. He hikes primarily in the southeast, but travels west annually to hike some of the beautiful areas in the western parts of the USA. Today we discuss how to get started, gear he uses and recommends, and why he is drawn to the woods. We also discuss his faith and why it is important to him and how it merges it into his message and his activities. https://www.youtube.com/@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Bird Dog Beans takes pride in sourcing and roasting the finest coffee's in the world! With sources all across the globe, there is a coffee and a blend just for you. Bird Dog Beans is a supporter of Christian Outdoors Podcast and it is a thrill to have them on the show as we discuss how coffee is made, where it comes from and wht it takes to mnake custom blends of coffee. A personal favorite is the Dutch Boy Blend that owner Gabe VonDusseldorp makes for me. and Every morning I begin with a couple cups of this delisious coffee. Gabe is as passionate about Jesus as he is his coffee and he shares with us his passion for both in this episode. www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Jimmy Blackman served our country for 30 years leading soldiers in the US Army before retiring. His resume is long and prestigious. Including; He is an author, professional speaker, leadership consultant, and founder of JFB Leadership. Having spent 30 years leading soldiers in the U.S. Army, including two tours to the Balkans, two tours in Iraq, and two tours in Afghanistan, I understand how to build high performance teams and get the most out of them under extreme pressure in high stakes situations. Since retiring in 2016, I have helped leaders who lead small family businesses as well as Fortune 500 business executives to build their team and achieve their desired results. This means inspiring human behavior through quality leadership. From time management to prioritization, from conducting effective meetings to alignment and holding people accountable, I help business leaders put it all together. www.jimmyfblackmon.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Most people know Gerald Swindle as "The G-Man" but he is also known as "The Funniest Man in Bass Fishing" Gerald Swindle is also a 2 time Angler of the Year and has 62 top 10 and 92 top 20 finishes in Bass tournaments. Gerald is one of those men who made it happen. By a determined work ethic and positive mental attitude, he took his passion and made a living catching fish. Along the way, he has earned more than $2.5 million dollars fishing in bass tournaments. In addition to all of this the G-Man has a passion for people and thier mental health. With his "Positive Mental Attitude" message, he is dedicted to helping people to achieve a positive outlook on life whenever and wherever he can. https://www.geraldswindle.com/ www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

As an outdoor writer there are few who carry the mantle better or with more integrity than today's guest. Larry Weishuhn has written more, been on TV more, hunted every contintent and taken more game than just about anyone alive. But it is his humility, his integrity and his passion for Christ that is infectious. Larry is the real deal, as a member of the Legends of the Outdoors Hall of Fame, and more accolades than I can name, he is a joy to speak with and to know. I am honored to have on the show today Mr. Whitetail. We will discuss "why deer?" and get his indight into his passion for deer and deer hunting and we will also discuss his love of handgun hunting. Larry is the reason I began hunting with a handgun and having the opportunity to discuss handgun hunting with him was a dream come true. www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

It's TURKEY SEASON! if you listen to my show, you know that I love nothing more than hunting turkeys. Today, I am joined with Chris Taylor of Glasgow, Ky who also has a turkey addiction and we discuss some basic "how-to" stuff about turkeys. Chris and I use different tactics but get the same results, we can share some of our favorite tactics and methods as well as sharing some of our "go-to" calls to use and when to use them. www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Born in Brazil, now manufactured in Bainbridge Georgia, Taurus USA is changing the game for quality affordable handguns. Whether it is for everyday carry, home protection, comtetition shooting or hunting. Taurus handguns are some of the best available today. Christian Outdoors Podcast is thrilled to have Taurus USA is the Title Sponsor of our show. We have been a fan for years. Both for my EDC and for hunting with the Raging Hunter Taurus has long been my favorite handgun. Today we get to dicsuss with Caleb Giddings the past present and future of Taurus USA. The news Is exciting and the future is bright for Taurus USA. www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

The movement from hunting guide to outfitter to hunting consultant and trip planner is an exciting journey. Today, Jacob Huckaby shares his journey and some of life's struggles along the way. www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

What is America's next great firearms company? Watchtower is on the verge of assuming that title. Built from strictly American made parts, designed by Americans, and assembled in Texas. Watchtower Firearms is staking its claim as the next great American firearms company. Founded by Jason Colosky, a veteran who served our country for many years, his dedication to quality, and America are second to none. Today Jason walks us through the mindset of making firearms that are 100% American. As he puts it; "we dont assemble guns in America, we make guns in America." We also learn of Jason's faith as he shares deep personal experiences of drawing closer to God while in combat and at home. www.watchtowerfirearms.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

What is it like to catch world record fish? Today, Wyoming resident and dedicated angler Patrick Edwards joins me to discuss how to target world record fish and how to catch them. We also get into his faith journey and the things that are most important to him. www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

The Christian Outdoor Fellowship of America is dedicated to helping people experience the great outdoors while also helping them to experience a relationship with Christ. www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Legendary all-American frontman and guitarist, Mark Farner, was the engine that pulled the original Grand Funk Railroad repeatedly to the top of the charts, and today he's a platinum recording artist 30 times over. At age 75, Farner commands the stage with the same intensity and outpouring of love as he did during the summer of '69 and his fans are still flocking to see "the Captain." The rock patriot's synergy and open heart still come through in epic hits that defined a generation including— "I'm Your Captain" (Closer to Home)" "We're An American Band" "Heartbreaker" "Bad Time To Be In Love" and recut covers of "The Loco-Motion" and "Some Kind of Wonderful." Being viewed as a "Rockstar" is only one facet of the legacy of this Michigan-born son. Mark is as real as they get: he's a husband, a father, and grandfather, and in his fourth decade of marriage to wife Lesia. He's a true family man. "Love is unconditional," he explains. "Just like when you hold a baby, the love transfers. I feel that love from the audience when I'm on stage." Farner, the rock patriot that he is, works tirelessly to honor our nation's service personnel and Veterans wherever they are stationed. He wants everyone to remember the huge sacrifices our men and women in the armed services freely give; all to protect our amazing country and freedoms. Some 50 years later something magical still happens when Farner takes the stage. His voice is still strong and on key, his guitar playing still slick and lighting quick, and his trademark prancing still commands the stage and mesmerizes his audiences around the world. "I love playing live where I can connect with people of all backgrounds," he said. " It's all about the fans…and all about love." At the age of 9 Farner accepted Jesus at his dad's wake and since then has been in hot pursuit of the love found only through the blood of Christ. He is unashamed of his faith and his passion, with 4 "God Rock" albums to his credit, his mission today is to share his passion for music and his passion for Jesus with his hoards of fans around the world. www.nukemhunting.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.citrusafe.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Brent Alan Henderson is a nationwide speaker, published author, professional outdoorsman, John Maxwell certified life coach, ordained pastor, national recording artist, and the Executive Director of Unleashed.Men. He's toured with Dove and Grammy Award winning artists including Steven Curtis Chapman, Sandi Patti, Avalon, and Crystal Lewis. Brent is an in demand speaker and has been featured at hundreds of outreach events including the Billy Graham Crusade and Promise Keepers. Brent also speaks more than 50 times per year for men's retreats, wild game dinners, men's conference's, schools, and in churches all around the world. Brent understands what makes men tick, how to capture and hold their attention, and how to move men to action. His transformational message has moved over 13,000 men to receive Christ in just the past decade alone. Brent's hard to top guy stories and powerful message will guide you through the wilderness, equip you to overcome the harsh realities of the unseen with overwhelming force, and awaken the roar within. www.unleashedmen.com www.nukemhunting.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.citrusafe.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Getting a royal turkey slam in a hunting career is a great accomplsihment for any dedicated turkey hunter. Doing it in one season is amazing. Just the logistics alone can be daunting. But to be able to travel from Florida, North Carolina, South Dakota, Texas and Mexico and get a bird in the same season is a feat few have accomplished. Pat Newcomb is the designer and developer of Nukem Grab and Go hunting Blinds, accomplished this remarkable feat last season and he is here to share how he did it and what it took to get it done. Pat was on the show back in October of 2022 on episode 149 if you want to hear his original story. www.nukemhunting.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.citrusafe.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.christianoutdoors.org

I have done this show for 218 episodes and have met a lot of fine people and heard a plethora of stories and encounters with Christ. Few, if any are as passionate about sharing Jesus to others as is today's guest. Andy Kaminski with Rugged Cross outdoors has a passion for Jesus that is infectious, and sincere. Speaking with Andy was unlike any interview I have done. His deep passion for Jesus and sharing his faith with others was moving and his stories of how God intervened on a hunt with a lost hunter is remarkable and inspiring. Rugged Cross Outdoors is a non-profit ministry that shares the great outdoors with the youth of this country. In sharing the outdoors with the youth it also gives them a platform to share the love of Jesus with these youth. https://ruggedcrossoutdoors.org/

Are you Fueled by Faith? Does your faith drive you and and your decisions? For many of us it does not, but today's guests Jake Barfield and Jackson Owens crossed paths, accidently and instantly hit it off. After a few days they realize they had a connection as brothers in Christ. They decided to form a ministry where they could combine their passion for the outdoors and their passion for Christ. Fueled by Faith was born. This episode they share deep passionate stories of their faith and struggles that you dont want to miss. www.fbfoutdoors.com

In the world of archery hunting, some of the biggest debates and squabbles are centered around which broadhead you shoot and why. There are hundreds of designs, dozens of manufactuers and styles taht cause a pleothera of discussions in hunting camp. Mechanical, fixed, vented, unvented, double bevel, single bevel, two blade, three blade, four blade, replaceable blade, lightweight, heavy, steel, aluminum, titanium, and more. If there is a way to make a hole, it has been designed, manufactured and sold. But the questions remains, which is best for me? To answer this and other questions about the venerable broadhead, I brought two guys in to discuss this topic. Jeff Stringer, and Ryan Corkell of Vantage Point Archery to discuss this topic and more and see what the differences are and why. We also discuss why God has played a big impact in thier lives and business, its a great conversation with a few surprises as they release for the first time here on our show, their expansion into other areas of the outdoors with the launch of; Vantage Point Armament and Vantage Point Outdoors! https://vparchery.com/

Warriors never stop being warriors. They are trained to be a warrior for life, and when they return from active combat, for many of them, it is difficult to transition back into civilian life. The warrior in them is constant. johnny Benton is a warrior who served our country in some of the most challenging and difficult circumstances any human should ever endure. Today, he is helping other warriors to understand and adjust to life outside of the battlefield. Wild Warrior Adventures is a ministry that allows warrior to gather with other warriors and share some time together fly fishing, and learning to understand and deal with their memories and trauma. This faith based ministry is helping men adjust and find Jesus along the way. If you or someone you know could benefit from Wild Warrior Adventures or if you would like to donate and keep this ministry alive, go to https://www.wildwarrioradventure.org/

Often times it is hard to see God working in our lives, but easy to look back and see where God was. Today's show is no different. We are bringing back Matt Tandy of AG Composite stocks to share more of his story. When we last had Matt on the show, he and I were talking post production and he shared with me some interesting information about himself and how God provided for him in an unusual manner. So right then and there I invited him back, to get him to share this story and message with you. In a random act of grace, God used an opportunity for his wife to appear on the Wheel of Fortune and what transpired is a great story. If you want to hear the first episode with Matt Tandy of AG Composites, go to episode 198 and you'll hear the first show where Matt shares how AG Composits came into being, and how God has provided all along the way. https://agcomposites.com/

Today we are bringing back one of our most popular shows....Listener Questions. Throughout the year, I have compiled questions I receive from the listeners who email me and we get together with Jon Goodwin and Chrsi Taylor again and we do our best to answer these questions for our listeners. In this episode we divided the questions into two categories, hunting questions and church or theological questions. We alternate between the two and get three of each before we ran out of time. I think you will enjoy this show as we discuss. I am new to hunting and have trouble finding places to hunt. Where can I find land to hunt or access to land. Why do we have so many different kinds of churches? Which is the correct one? How do you feel about using the crossbow during archery season? I want to accept Jesus, but I have done a lot of bad things in my life.Why would Jesus want me? Will he really forgive me and let me in? What is an ethical distance to shoot a deer with a bow, or gun? How can I forgive someone who has really hurt me deeply? I want to, but am having a hard time with it? These are the questions we get to in this episode. If you have questions you would like for us to address in a future show, please email me directly at; [email protected]

MERRY CHRISTMAS In today's show I have with me once again, Rev. Jon Goodwin of Hartland Bible Church in Gasport, NY and Rev. Chris Taylor of Immanual Bapist in Glasgow, Kentucky joining me as we discuss "Why did God become Man" We dive deep into the scripture and see why God sent his only son Jesus into the world and what that has meant for all of humankind. From the Old Testament prophets fortelling his arrival, to Mary, Joseph and all of the life of Jesus. It is a great discussion as all three of us give our insight into the good news of why God GAVE his son for you. Merry Christmas

Rocky Malloy is an author, speaker, and activist for education and children's rights, born and unborn. As a U.S. Merchant Marine Commander, Rocky was sentenced to life in a Mexican federal prison for conspiracy to over through the national government and international drug trafficking in a misguided attempt to help indigenous people in southern Mexico. Yet, arrest, sentencing, incarceration, and pardon occurred in a miraculous 72 hours. Twenty-eight years of living in various Latin American countries resulted in an international program ministering to PK-12 children in over 23,000 schools in 23 countries. Social outcomes were breathtaking: an 80% reduction in teen pregnancy, up to 37% increase in high school graduates, and zero reported suicides in the last 13 years. In 2021, Rocky and his family moved to Houston, Texas. The mission: to bring their international ministry success to U.S. public schools through chaplains. The vision is simple: to give school-aged children the tools they need to make quality life decisions. Rocky and Joske were married in Groningen, Holland, in 1990 and had five beautiful children, all serving the Lord. Rocky regularly speaks on visionary leadership, educator, and children's rights. This episode will motivate you, educate you and inspire you to see, that God's plan for you is greater than you can imagine. Trusting in Him, and following him wherever he leads will cause miracles to happen. The Chaplain in the School program is a very tough hill to climb, but we beleive that it is possible and necessary to reach the lost. https://www.nationalschoolchaplainassociation.org

Does nature speak to you? Have you experienced God in nature? Has the time outdoors moved you into action? Today's guest is McKenzie Smith or "Kenzie" as she prefers. Kenzie and her husband Ben are traveling through the west enjoying all of the sights and sounds of nature along the way. Today we discuss her passion for the outdoors, camping, hiking, backpacking and more and her passion to share those intimate experiences with others through her blog titled Messages from the Mountain. Kenzie also shares her faith journey in a powerful testimony. She is open and honest, and allows herself to be vulnerable as she shares some deeply painful events in her life. All of these things pointed her to Jesus and a relationship. Kenzie is a powerful speaker and shares her story in a beautiful manner for you to be blessed. She is also available for anyone who might have experienced similar events or just needs someone to talk to. You can email her directly at; [email protected] and she promises to answer every email she receives. www.messagesfromthemountain.com

What does it mean to be a man in the modern world? Has masculanity been neutered? Are godly men on the decline? Can we save manhood in today's culture? These and other questions are discussed adn answered in detail along with many others in today's show with Pastor Brian Towe. Brian has written about manhood, and has ministries directed at men. His book; "The Five Marks of a Man" is the focus of this discussion today as we dive into the attributes that it takes to be the man God intended for you to become. www.briantowe.com to find the book and more information.

How important is scent control for deer hunters? Do you use deer scents to improve your chances of taking that trophy buck? Which scents work best and how do I use them afield? These and other topics of the deer scent world are discussed in detail this week on Christian Outdoors podcast with our guest, Matt Wade of Code Blue Scents. Matt gives us insider information on how to best use the Code Blue Scents to increase your odds of attracting deer to your area. And we also cover how and when to use scent elimination products. www.codebluescents.com

In today's episode Chad Simpson and I discuss our two week hunting trio to Wyoming for Mule deer and Pronghorn Antelope. We dive into the equipment we used, where we hunted, how we hunted. The highs and the lows of the trip. From the 28 hour drive to get there, to days and days of seeing no animals at all, to finally putting a tag on an animal. The whole adventure is dissected and discussed.

Why does Game meat tasts "gamey"? Today on COP, we have with us the owner of Hi Mountain Seasonings to share with us how to get the best flavor from your game. Whether you are eating whitetail, Mule deer, antelope, or squirrels. Making the meat palatable is essential to enjoying the whole process. From jeerky, to sausages, to shaker bottles, brines, and more Hi Mountain Seasonings has you covered. www.himtnjerky.com

Outdoor folks everywhere depend on good optics to enjoy the outdoors. Binoculars, spotting scopes, rifle scopes and range finders are all necessary tools in the great outdoors. Whether you are bird watching, or hunting big game, your optics are essential. Today we have with us Mr. Mike Jensen owner of GPO-USA (German Precision Optics) and we dive into the details of what makes quality glass. How to select the right optics for your specific need, and why optics are necessary. In the conversation we learned that GPO has found a solid place in the optics world. Providing the highest quality glass and function at a moderate price point. GPO competes with many of the premium German brands, and does so at a fraction of the cost. Mike will also share with us his Christian upbringing, and how it laid the foundation for his life and his businesses. This is another great episode and I pray you are blessed by the content. www.gpo-usa.com

How do you prevent unauthorized access to your valuables? Many people see gun safes as a method to prevent theft, when in reality, they are to prevent unauthorized access. Your children, neighbors, or friends of your children. You name it, you are responsible for securing your firearms in a manner that does not allow for unauthorized access. Steelhead Outdoors has solved one of the biggest issues with gun safes...the ability to move them! Most safes afe more than 500 lbs and some in excess of 1,000 pounds. How is someone supposed to move it from room to room, or house to house? The Steelhead Outdoors safe is modular and will fit through any standard doorway. This is a game changer for sure. Listen today as we discuss the importance of keeping your firearms away from unauthorized access. www.steelheadoutdoors.com

Hunting in Arizona is at the top of the list for many hunters and drawing a tag is the most difficult part of the process. Today we have Kyle Swann of Swann Guide Service in Arizona to share with us some of the details of hunting elk, Mountain Lion and bear in Arizona. Kyle is a native of Arizona and has hunted these areas for most of his life. His knowledge of the area and animals are key to putting hunters on top animals. Kyle also shares with us how he was touched by the Holy Spirit while he was visiting the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican and how the beauty of the place touched him and led him to search for a relationship with Christ.

Cooking game can be challenging for many folks, today's guest has perfected the methods and recipies for cooking game. Stacy Lyn Harris is also known as the Sporting Chef. Her weekly television show is acclaimed and heralded by her many adoring fans. From venison, feral pork, goose, duck, turkey and more. Harris shares with us methods that work! in todays episode we discuss game animals, recipies, and her faith journey! Its a great show if you eat and crave Jesus in your life.