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In this Colorado Training Ground update, Cory introduces the summer participants as they settle into life in the mountains of Colorado. The guys share what brought them to the program, their excitement for adventure, wilderness experiences, and meaningful community, while also honestly discussing fears around vulnerability, growth, leadership, and the unknown. Throughout the conversation, themes of courage, discipleship, healing, and personal transformation emerge as each participant reflects on what they hope to gain from the experience. As the summer continues, the team invites listeners to pray for these young men as they pursue deeper relationships with God, greater self-awareness, and lasting growth.

Austin never expected to win a guided turkey hunt raffle and definitely didn’t expect to kill a bird on his very first morning in the woods. In this episode, Matt and Austin unpack the adrenaline, fear, and tension of stepping into something completely outside your comfort zone. What starts as a story about turkey hunting becomes a deeper conversation about risk, masculinity, and the ways God Fathers our hearts in moments of uncertainty.

In this special Tennessee Training Ground kickoff episode, Chachi sits down with Zach, Noah, and Ronan as they begin their eight-week summer journey. The guys share what drew them to Training Ground, their hopes for growth in faith, community, and personal development, and the challenges they anticipate along the way. From wilderness adventures and discipleship to learning new skills and building authentic relationships, this conversation offers a glimpse into the transformative season ahead. Join us in praying for these young men, the staff, and all that God has in store this summer.

In this episode of TG Garage Talks, the guys dive into the tension surrounding calling, purpose, and the fear of getting life “wrong.” Through personal stories and honest reflection, they unpack how many young men carry pressure to figure out their future perfectly and how that pressure often reveals what they believe about God as Father. The conversation explores vocation, identity, prophetic words, risk-taking, and the freedom that comes from realizing God is more committed to your calling than you are. With practical wisdom around prayer, passion, provision, and peace, this episode offers encouragement for anyone trying to discern their next step while learning to trust God along the way.

On this episode of TG Garage Talks, the guys unpack a viral clip about Shia LaBeouf saying he would “kiss Jesus’ feet” if He walked into the room. What starts as a conversation about worship turns into a deeper discussion on sanctification, repentance, pride, and the tension between outward behavior and inward transformation. Zion reflects on what following Jesus has looked like through his twenties, while the crew wrestles with how easy it is to judge people who are still “in process.” A conversation about grace, growth, and learning to stay low at the feet of Jesus.

Today, the guys reflect on a raw moment from Theo Von’s podcast, focusing on his honest struggle with healing and identity. They highlight his question: Do I actually want to be healed?..pointing out that real change has a cost, especially when it means letting go of a familiar or even broken identity. Using a story from John 5, they emphasize that healing is an invitation that requires a response. Check Out Something New | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6mCGYUt1tqzULrnKtp8lB1?si=l7whyGyHScqXs0iciHV32A https://youtu.be/CihTN2GQymc?si=O6KCmoDQ31o0ANSQ

What questions are young men really asking today? In this episode, the guys dive into the core themes of belonging, identity, and purpose…why they still matter, and why they’re harder to navigate than ever. Through honest conversation, the guys challenge the pressure to figure life out alone and point toward a deeper, more grounded identity found in relationship, not performance.

In part three of this series, the guys wrap up their conversation on the power of the will by exploring what it actually looks like to live out our own spiritual formation. Through stories from their own lives and examples from David and Jesus, they unpack how God forms us over time and how seasons of waiting, failure, and uncertainty are all part of the process. This episode is a real, honest look at trusting God in the long game of becoming who you’re called to be.

What does it really mean to partner with God in your spiritual growth? In this episode, the guys unpack the balance between our effort and the Holy Spirit’s work, exploring real-life barriers, the power of small daily decisions, and the role of community. This is about learning to walk with God in the middle of real life with grace and intentionality.

In this episode, Matt, Chachi, and Cory explore the power that our choices hold and our temptation to drift through life rather than intentionally engaging in the things of God.

Season 5 kicks off with Cory and Chachi welcoming Matt Vaught to the TG staff. Together, they reflect on the value of experience in our spiritual formation, exploring how God uses relationships and challenges to shape our hearts and draw us closer to His own. In this opening episode, they highlight why experiential discipleship is foundational to a young man’s journey with Jesus.

Cory and Chachi give an overview of the 4 Spiritual Disciplines covered this fall (Prayer, Scripture Study, Fellowship and Solitude).  They also break down how we can apply the spiritual disciples to the coming days as we approach the holiday season.

Cory and Chachi talk about their experience with solitude, how Christ models this particular spiritual discipline, and the fruit of practicing solitude on the day to day.

Chachi and Adam unpack various biblical examples of fellowship, the difference between friendship and fellowship, and the importance of remaining in deep meaningful relationship with like minded men.

Cory and Chachi talk about preconceived notions around studying scripture, the importance to applying scripture to our lives, and a challenge of application for the weeks ahead. Resources : - Spiritual Disciplines Handbook: Practices That Transform Us - https://a.co/d/2POXzvK - The Spirit of the Disciplines: Understanding How God Changes Lives - https://a.co/d/1okiwgL - Disciplines of a Godly Man - https://a.co/d/fC4PBlx