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Phyllis was born in Ruston, Louisiana, in 1975, where she excelled in school, loved to read, and attended church on her own. Phyllis had many ups and downs in her childhood and teen years until she found a family to live with and attended church with at the age of 14. At age 17, Phyllis moved to Missouri to be near her brother and sister. She finished high school, and she and Tony were married two weeks later. Tony and Phyllis have two children, Grant and Joel. Phyllis was a stay-at-home mom until their youngest, Joel, started Kindergarten. Back in Missouri, Phyllis attended Crowder College and earned her nursing degree. While in Managua, Nicaragua, Phyllis served as a missionary nurse and teacher. She also earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. Phyllis completed her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University in 2024. She is a family therapist at the Center for Children and Families in Monroe, Louisiana, and is passionate about serving children from hard places. She's picked up painting as a form of self-care and to spend some quality time with Tony in the studio. She is a cooperative artist at Courtyard on Cotton Gallery in West Monroe, Louisiana. In late 2019, Phyllis learned that her biological father was Duck Dynasty star and Duck Commander Phil Robertson. She and Tony live next door to her dad and Miss Kay. Tony and Phyllis also operate a short-term rental in St. Louis, where they stay as often as possible to visit Grant, Julie, Theo, and Harry.

What happens when someone leaves everything behind to follow Jesus Christ? In this powerful episode of the Man Up God's Way Podcast, Jody Burkeen sits down with Shahriq Khan, a former Muslim whose life was radically transformed by the gospel of Jesus Christ. Shahriq shares his remarkable testimony, the cost of following Christ, and his passion for proclaiming the truth of God's Word to a world that desperately needs hope. Together, they discuss what it means to stand firm in biblical truth, boldly proclaim Jesus Christ, and remain faithful even when following Him comes with sacrifice. Shahriq offers personal insights into his journey from Islam to Christianity, practical wisdom for evangelism, and encouragement for every believer to move beyond comfort and live on mission for God's kingdom. Whether you're seeking to grow in your faith, become more confident in sharing the gospel, or be challenged to live wholeheartedly for Christ, this conversation will encourage and equip you. In this episode you'll discover: Shahriq's journey from Islam to faith in Jesus Christ. The cost and joy of following Christ. Why every Christian is called to make disciples. How to boldly share your faith with confidence and compassion. Remaining faithful in a culture that opposes biblical truth. Practical encouragement to live as a disciple of Christ every day. If this episode encourages you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear this message. "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit." (Matthew 28:19, LSB)

From Felony to Freedom | The Powerful Testimony of Christopher BrownWhat happens when a man who was trapped in gangs, violence, addiction, organized crime, and prison encounters the saving grace of Jesus Christ? In this powerful episode, Jody Burkeen sits down with Christopher Brown to hear one of the most remarkable testimonies you'll ever hear. Christopher shares how a childhood filled with chaos and dysfunction led him into a life of crime that ultimately resulted in more than five years in prison, including time in maximum security and over ten months in solitary confinement. After his release, the cycle of destruction continued through addiction, broken relationships, spiritual darkness, and violence until a life-altering event changed everything. Following a near-death experience in which he died twice and was placed into a medically induced coma, Christopher came face-to-face with the reality that life apart from God is complete separation and hopelessness. In 2020, Jesus Christ radically transformed his life. Today, the man who once lived for the world now lives to proclaim the Gospel. God has taken Christopher from felony to freedom, from prison to purpose, and from darkness into the light of Christ. His journey has led him to a calling in West Africa, where he and his wife are preparing for long-term missions work, sharing the hope of Jesus with people who have never heard the Gospel. In this episode, you'll hear: Christopher's journey from crime, gangs, and prison. How a near-death experience became a turning point in his life. The moment he surrendered his life to Jesus Christ. How God called him into missions in West Africa. Why no one is beyond the reach of God's grace. If you've ever wondered whether God can redeem a broken life, this conversation is a powerful reminder that no one is too far gone for the transforming power of the Gospel. Connect with Christopher BrownIf you'd like to learn more about Christopher's ministry or partner with his mission through prayer or financial support, be sure to listen through the end of the episode for more information. Subscribe to the Man Up God's Way Podcast for more conversations that challenge men to follow Jesus Christ, lead courageously, and live with biblical purpose. "Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come." (2 Corinthians 5:17, LSB)

David - I founded the non-profit organization "When the Saints" in November 2011. My passion is to see an end to sexual exploitation, and to invite Christ’s bride into the role we can all play. More than that, my desire is to bring glory to the name of Jesus. Although I’m in his late 30’s, I have extensive "hands on" experience and have been advocating for poverty and justice issues for two decades. In the fall of 2011 I graduated from St. Louis Christian College with a Christian Ministries degree emphasizing Intercultural and Urban Missions. I love traveling and watching documentaries or movies with a strong lead actress.Essy - Hi there! I’m your friendly Operations Manager here at WtS. My job has to do with keeping our amazing 80+ staff members happy. I make sure everything is running smoothly so they can do their best work. David and I have been married since 2017 and we have two awesome kids, Taji and Nuru, who keep life exciting (and slightly chaotic). I’m the third of four kids in my family, which means I’ve got a lot of practice helping things run smoothly.Originally from Kenya, my heart is still there with my parents and siblings, though I now call Malawi home. I’m a statistician by education, so numbers are my thing! Above all, I’m a believer, and I totally love my role with the ministry — it’s not just a job, it’s what God created me for.https://www.whenthesaints.com

Cory Hinton is the founder of Disciplined Apparel, a faith-and-fitness brand built to encourage believers to live with purpose, discipline, and boldness in their walk with Christ. What started in 2017 as a vision to create authentic, Christ-centered apparel has grown into a thriving brand generating over $20,000 a month in revenue, all while Cory continues serving full-time as a Communications Director at a church. Cory’s story is rooted in transformation. At 18 years old, he was a skinny 120-pound kid who had never read the Bible. Through discipline, consistency, and a growing relationship with Christ, he transformed not only physically but spiritually. By his mid-twenties, he had developed a strong standard of fitness, read through the Bible multiple times, and built habits that continue to shape his life today as a husband, father of two, and entrepreneur in his mid-thirties. For Cory, discipline means defining your priorities and eliminating distractions until the work is done. His journey has required learning e-commerce, social media marketing, leadership, and time management while balancing ministry, business, marriage, and family life. In this episode, we talk about faith, fitness, business, discipline, consistency, and what it looks like to pursue excellence without compromising your walk with God.

Don Ross is the founder and creator of Manhood Tribes. Don has served as a pastor and ministry leader for the past couple of decades and has led and worked with men in a wide variety of settings. He loves the outdoors (beach and mountains, please), all things Lord of the Rings, and has a slight addiction to Coke Zero. He lives with his wife and two sons in the Raleigh, NC area. https://www.manhoodtribes.com

Mark Ellis, who has spent more than two decades collecting first-hand accounts of radical faith. Since 1999, he has documented powerful stories of God at work—and he’d love to share these hope-filled testimonies with your audience. Mark recently released When Kingdom Light Shines, a collection of 60 true stories that highlight God’s presence in the lives of ordinary people. Believing that “God’s stories are the best stories,” Mark gathered the most compelling accounts he has reported throughout his journalism career.A few examples include: The only known survivor from the impact zone on 9/11 who attributes his escape to God’s protectionAn atheist professor’s near-death experience that shook his worldview after encountering hellAn astronaut’s unexpected encounter with Jesus while on the moonA dream that led to the discovery of a previously hidden tribehttps://www.godreports.com/

Trey Tucker is a licensed mental health therapist with over 10 years of experience helping people achieve fulfillment, joy, and satisfaction in their lives. He has worked with corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, parents, students, and various organizations to maximize their performance and results by improving their mental health. Known for his ability to connect on a deep level with individuals and large groups, Trey also holds specialized training in areas such as anxiety, trauma, relationship communication, sports psychology, identity, and purpose. He is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and neurofeedback. Before becoming a therapist, Trey worked in marketing in the corporate world, where he earned his Master of Business Administration, and then transitioned into education. Even before he began his master’s degree in psychology, Trey began noticing patterns of what prohibited individuals and organizations from reaching their full potential, and he helped correct limiting and destructive thinking and behavior patterns. That instinct and experience, infused with the clinical psychological training he has received, gives Trey a unique ability to help people get to the root causes and find solutions and breakthroughs quickly.https://toughenoughbook.com/

Texas-born and DC-based, Michael Gula is the Managing Partner & Capital Raising Advisor of Monarch Worldwide, a global capital advisory and intelligence firm operating across Washington, DC, Athens, Greece, and New York City. Monarch helps companies and high-net-worth individuals raise capital, identify global opportunities, and navigate rapidly shifting markets.  Before Monarch, Michael co-founded Gula Graham with his best friend and business partner, Jon Graham, building it into the largest Republican fundraising firm in the United States and raising more than $512 million for 72 Members of Congress.  Jon’s sudden death in 2018 triggered a complete collapse in Michael’s life — personally and professionally. His rebuild began with his faith in Jesus Christ, which restored his conviction, grounded his decisions, and rebuilt his character from the inside out. Through faith, discipline, humility, and hard accountability, he rebuilt his life from zero.  Today, through Monarch Worldwide, he has helped companies raise billions across the globe. His message is direct, unapologetic, and rooted in real adversity, real responsibility, and the real rules of life and work.  He is the proud father of two children, Bennett (12) and Collins (10).

Kelly K is a Husband, Father, Pastor, Author, and Evangelist. With over 10 years in full time Ministry, Thousands have come to know Jesus through the messages of love, forgiveness, repentance and salvation that Kelly speaks on daily with enormous passion and wisdom.  Before coming to Jesus, Kelly K was a musician and tour manager for some of the biggest rock bands in the World. After a near death car crash while out on tour, Kelly gave up everything and turned to Jesus. Never looking back. Now he travels the World with a different purpose, to see the lives of everyone he encounters changed through the Love and Grace of Jesus Christ!

Maurice Price is a bold street preacher with a burning passion to take the gospel where most people never go. Saved by the grace of Jesus Christ and transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit, Maurice lives with a conviction that every soul matters and every street corner is a mission field. His heart is especially burdened for the broken, the overlooked, and the wandering, and he has committed his life to proclaiming the truth of God’s Word in the places where people need hope the most. Whether he is preaching at events, praying with strangers, or sharing Scripture one conversation at a time, Maurice carries the message of repentance, redemption, and the new life found only in Christ. He is known for his courage, compassion, and unwavering faithfulness to preach the Word in season and out of season. Maurice believes that the gospel is still the power of God for salvation and that God is still drawing men and women to Himself through simple, Spirit-filled proclamation. Maurice Price is not just a preacher on a sidewalk. He is a servant of Jesus Christ who stands as a light in dark places and a voice of truth in a culture desperate for the hope of the gospel.

Seventy percent of kids quit sports before age 13. Despite youth sports being a $40 billion industry, the more parents spend, the less kids enjoy it. The “youth sports industrial complex” is failing to deliver on its promises, and Christian fathers in particular have a crucial role to play in changing that story.That’s why veteran sports ministers Brian Smith and Ed Usyznski wrote Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports. With over 50 combined years in sports ministry, multiple theological degrees, and decades discipling athletes at every level, they are the most trusted voices speaking biblically into this issue today.Instead of treating youth sports as performance-driven pressure cookers, Away Game reframes them as opportunities for discipleship. Every practice, game, and car ride home becomes a chance to connect sports emotions, joy, disappointment, competition, teamwork, to spiritual formation.This book equips men and fathers to: Lead their homes with a biblical vision for sports. Leverage athletics as a training ground for humility, gratitude, and resilience. Turn the car ride home into discipleship instead of conflict. Resist toxic sports culture by modeling kingdom values. Brian and Ed are available for interviews on themes like: Why “sports builds character” is a myth, and how to redeem it. Mastering the car ride home as a father. Why Christian men must model “play over performance” in an achievement-driven culture. How to disciple kids through both winning and losing.

Frank Sell is the founder of Get Shit Done Coffee and living proof that the American Dream is still alive. He grew up hearing the usual advice: get good grades, go to college, get a job. But he knew early on that path wasn’t for him. School didn’t make sense, so he learned a trade. With nothing but $100, a VHS tape, and a drive towards freedom, Frank quit his job and hit the pavement, learning a new trade. As he puts it, he beat the streets so hard he swears he’ll get a bill for the potholes! No mentors, no handouts, just raw hustle. Today, that same drive powers Get $h!t Done Coffee, built for those who want more out of life and are willing to work for it. Frank’s journey is simple but powerful. If he can do it, so can you. All you need is heart, grit, and the will to GET $h!t DONE!  https://homeofthehustle.com/

Standing in Dark Times In this powerful sermon, Pastor Jody reminds us that following Jesus was never promised to be easy. We live in a world filled with fear, compromise, and uncertainty, yet God has called His people to stand firm in the midst of darkness. Drawing from the truth of Scripture, Pastor Jody shows how the light of Christ shines brightest when the night seems the darkest. This message will encourage you to anchor yourself in God’s Word, lean on the power of the Holy Spirit, and live boldly for Christ even when the culture pushes against you. If you’ve ever felt weary, discouraged, or pressured to give up, this sermon will strengthen your faith and remind you that God has not left you powerless. Listen in and be challenged to rise up, stand strong, and walk faithfully no matter what trials you face.

Barry Loudermilk is a Constitutional Conservative who represents northwest Georgia’s 11th Congressional District. Prior to being elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2014, Congressman Loudermilk served in the Georgia General Assembly in both the State House and State Senate. During his time in Congress, Rep. Loudermilk has served on the Committees of Science, Space and Technology, Homeland Security, the Joint Committee on the Library, Committee on House Administration, and Financial Services Committee. In his first year in Congress, he was appointed Chairman of the Oversight Subcommittee on Science, Space and Technology and served on the Homeland Security Committee’s Special Task Force for Countering Terrorism and Terrorist Travel. In the 119th Congress, Congressman Loudermilk serves as a member of the Financial Services Committee, where he is the Vice Chair of the Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and is a member of the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations. The Subcommittee on Financial Institutions oversees banks, bank regulators, and lending, and the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations ensures that federal financial regulators are held accountable for their use of taxpayer funds. He also serves as a member of the Committee on House Administration and is a member of the Subcommittee on Elections. Congressman Loudermilk is also a member of the conservative Republican Study Committee and is the Republican Co-Chair of the Bipartisan FinTech and Payments Caucus. In the 118th Congress, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy tasked Congressman Loudermilk to lead the Committee on House Administration’s Subcommittee on Oversight investigation into the events at the Capitol on January 6, 2021, the security failures of the U.S. Capitol Police, and the flawed investigation of House Select Committee on January 6. His father served as an Army medic in World War II and saw action during the D-Day invasion, Battle of the Bulge, and the Occupation of Germany. In 2019, Rep. Loudermilk was selected as one of the official delegates to represent the United States at the 75th anniversary of the D-Day invasion in Normandy. He is native of Georgia and veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Rep. Loudermilk is a student of the Constitution and the Christian heritage of America. Barry resides in northwest Georgia with his wife, Desiree. They have three grown children, and seven grandchildren. https://www.barryloudermilk.com/ https://www.andthentheyprayed.com/