
The Godly Young Men Podcast
The G.Y.M. (Godly Young Men) podcast is for young men ages 15-25 who are desiring to be stronger men of God. This podcast deals with the spiritual side of being a godly young man as well as the practical side. Episode topics will address the importance of working out, developing godly confidence, how to pick a career, striving for greatness, biblical masculinity, and so much more!
Focus Press
Show overview
The Godly Young Men Podcast has been publishing since 2022, and across the 4 years since has built a catalogue of 172 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 100 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 31 min and 37 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Religion & Spirituality show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 days ago, with 19 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 52 episodes published. Published by Focus Press.
From the publisher
The G.Y.M. (Godly Young Men) podcast is for young men ages 15-25 who are desiring to be stronger men of God. This podcast deals with the spiritual side of being a godly young man as well as the practical side. Episode topics will address the importance of working out, developing godly confidence, how to pick a career, striving for greatness, biblical masculinity, and so much more!
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Ep 166Top 10 "Side Quests" for Young Men
Life can get boring and monotonous at times. In this episode, Joe & Will list the top 10 "side quests" that young men should try to incorporate into their lives to keep them grounded. Specific topics include: What are "side quests" and why do they matter? The value of being in nature with no headphones How to be adventurous within life The value of building something with your hands And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/
Ep 165Should You Marry a Girl With a Sexual Past?
There was a recent social media firestorm created by Trevor Sheatz about marrying a formerly promiscuous woman. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the tough questions surrounding marrying someone with a sexual past. Specific topics include: Reactions and problems with Trevor Sheatz’s post What stories like this say about God’s grace Dealing with the different consequences of different sins Is it “less spiritual” to want to marry a virgin? Is this the same as men with a pornography struggle? Should you tell your kids about your past? And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/
Ep 164Developing Your Son's Maturity
One of the bigger problems facing young men is reaching adulthood and still being immature. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss what steps fathers can take to develop their son's maturity. Specific topics include: Peter Pan Syndrome What are the hallmarks of an immature young man? The problem with the dopamine hit lifestyle Should a young man get a job in high school? What can you mandate as a father for your son? What should you discourage as a father? And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/
Ep 163LGBTQ Issues: How Do We Handle Them?
The LBGTQ agenda is a common aspect of our society nowadays. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss navigating these challenging times and how to handle the potential LGBTQ influence in our lives. Specific topics include: What makes homosexuality wrong? Is there a gay gene? How do we deal with LGBTQ people in everyday life Should you use people's preferred pronouns? How do we protect our kids from this? What if you're dealing with same-sex attraction? And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/
Ep 162How to Get Ahead In Life
With as much as the world is changing, and as quickly as prices and the cost of living is going up, it can be easy for guys to wonder how they can possibly get ahead in life. In this episode, Joe & Will examine that question. Specific topics include: Why is it important to get ahead in life? How to get ahead spiritually Setting yourself apart early and often and how to do that How to get ahead physically Tips & resources to get ahead financially And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/
Ep 161Do's & Don't's of Going to the Gym
If you're going to work out at the gym, there's just certain things you should do and certain things you should never do. In this episode, Joe & Will cover proper gym etiquette for godly young men. Specific topics include: Why you should wipe your machines down and re-rack your weights Is it a sin to go the gym due to immodesty? What SHOULDN'T you wear to the gym as a guy? How long is too long to scroll on your phone in between sets? Why being Mr. Flirtatious at the gym is a bad thing... And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/
Ep 160How to Control Your Emotions
Emotions are a part of life that can get out of control on a daily basis. In this episode, Joe & Will tackle the question of how we are supposed to control emotions like anger or sadness. Specific topics include: Why controlling emotions doesn't mean suppressing them Is it wrong to be angry? How the movie "Inside Out" can help answer some of these questions What to do if you have an anger problem What about perpetual sadness? And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/
Ep 159Is It Wrong to Spank Your Kids?
Spanking has been a parenting debate for a couple decades. In this episode, Joe & Will look at parental discipline and specifically the spanking question. Specific topics include: What does the Bible teach us about discipline? Will spanking your kids wreck them for life? Why you should never spank your kids out of anger or embarrassment Is timeout a good idea? What are good methods to discipline teenagers? Should you allow others to discipline your kids? And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/
Ep 158Disciplining Kids & Different Parenting Styles
One of the most difficult and controversial subjects for parents: discipline. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss the importance of discipline and examine several different parenting styles. Specific topics include: Should discipline be a woman-led concept? What modern day statistics reveal about disciplining kids What does discipline teach kids at a young age? Examining 8 different parenting styles Which parenting style is the best one to raise faithful kids? And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/
Ep 157Navigating Big Life Mistakes
What do you do if you make one of those big life mistakes that you feel like you'll never recover from? In this episode, Joe & Will cover several different enormous life mistakes and give general advice for overcoming them. Specific topics include: Is all sin equal? What happens if you get a girl pregnant? What about getting in trouble with the law? What owning the consequences of your actions looks like Avoiding feeling shame and accepting grace And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/
Ep 156Did Jesus Actually Resurrect From the Dead?
Jesus's resurrection is one of the most significant and scrutinized events in the history of the world. In this episode, Joe & Will dive into the evidence of whether or not Jesus actually rose from the dead. Specific topics include: Why is the resurrection important? What virtually all scholars agree on regarding the resurrection The 3 factors that make it difficult to deny the resurrection Could the disciples have been hallucinating when seeing the risen Jesus? Debunking 5 explanations for why the resurrection didn't happen And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/
Ep 155Passing "The Test" As a Husband
In virtually every marriage relationship, there comes a point in time where the wife places "the test" in front of her husband. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss what this test is and how godly young men can navigate it. Specific topics include: What is "the test"? Does "the test" only happen after marriage? Where do you see this test in other areas of life? How do you pass "the test"? What happens if you fail? And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/
Ep 154Being the Man of the House
The phrase "man of the house" has so many different connotations. In this episode of the GYM Podcast, Joe & Will discuss what it actually means to be the man of the house. Specific topics include: Why "man of the house" has to mean something What does it look like to be the "boy" of the house? Why you shouldn't struggle to discipline the kids The necessity of owning everything that goes on in your home Why a man has goals and vision for his home And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/
Ep 153The Nick Fuentes Discussion
Nick Fuentes is taking the internet and the political landscape by storm with his fiery rhetoric and bombastic statements. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss Nick Fuentes and his impact on young men across the United States. Specific topics include: Who is Nick Fuentes? Why is Nick Fuentes so appealing to young men? Why are we talking about this guy? Does Nick Fuentes get anything right? Why godly young men should be careful with consuming Nick Fuentes content And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/
Ep 152Setting Goals & Improving Yourself
It's that time of year where so many people start thinking about how they can improve and grow as they head into the new year. In this episode, Joe & Will discuss why it's so important for godly young men to set goals and tips/advice on how to set and achieve goals. Specific topics include: Why setting goals helps you fight stagnation How setting goals forces you to self-examine Should you set easier or harder goals? Why it's masculine to set goals The 5 best areas to set goals And much more! To join our DISCORD: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDiTTdhWQsWHXGrigck59Du8fRPdjOhP4aO6REeYksIkIlhw/viewform?usp=header To shop our MERCH STORE: https://godlyyoungmen.printful.me/