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What’s the secret of a great church? Is it as simple as good Bible teaching and worship music? Or is there more to it? Why do some churches feel warm and vibrant and others not so much? And, separate of having a huge budget and building, what can we realistically do to make a significant impact in our weekly “ambassador fuel” church gatherings? Join Doug, Brad, and Jesse on this important, fascinating and funny trip around the question, “what are 10 things that make a great church…that I can do too? The answers might surprise you!  Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!

Loneliness among student-age young people in our world has become an epidemic. A dangerous, even deadly one.  According to the World Health Organization, student-age young people are by far "the loneliest demographic worldwide". They're feeling more lonely, isolated, and without hope for help than ever. All kids feel lonely, right? Is it really a big deal? Recent studies confirm that "chronic loneliness among young adults is a severe public health crisis that significantly elevates the risk of depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and physical ailments comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes a day." There are many young people in many of our lives - our kids, grandkids, students we teach or coach, students in our churches and youth groups, maybe even a neighbor that mows the lawn. So what is an ambassador of Christ to do? Here's some hopeful news: these same studies report that "A caring and involved adult can save a young person's life by interrupting the dangerous cycle of the modern loneliness epidemic."  So in this episode, we dig into what’s driving the loneliness epidemic, from social media habits and nonstop comparison to pressure at school, conflict at home, and the lingering impact of COVID-era isolation. We also talk about why it’s a mistake to assume there’s one simple cause or one simple fix. Students need more than advice. They need a trustworthy adult who can step into their world without judgment and stay there long enough to matter. To make it practical, we walk through an easy framework based on John 10:10: L.I.F.E. You don't want to miss it! Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!

When you decide to follow Jesus, it changes everything. Especially your decisions. And wow, does life throw thousands of decisions at us! Some big, some seemingly small. Who should I marry? How will we raise our kids? What church will we go to? All big decisions. But there is one - one VITAL decision - that is perhaps the most important one a believer will ever make. It's a decision that doesn't just impact you and your family. It can impact countless others! Join Doug and Brad for this brand new episode as they talk about "The Most Important Decision Any Believer Will Make". Can you guess what it is? To connect with Don Sunshine Ministries, visit: donsunshine.org Don's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Make-Difference-Share-Christ-Lifestyle/dp/1098057244 Your Hope Story: yourhopestory.com Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!

We've all been there. A nice conversation in person, a text thread, on social media then BAM...someone chimes in with a Scripture verse you suspect isn't being used the way the Bible author intended. It can derail a good conversation, especially if you're not quite sure how to respond. Join the guys on this timely episode about "Twisted Scripture: The 6 Most Misused Verses in the Bible" to help get a handle on what to do when you're confronted with this situation. As usual, there are some laughs, solid Bible teaching, and practical insights that you can take on your way as Christ's ambassador!  Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!

We've all been there. We know we should share the Gospel with someone we know but they seem totally not interested. Or they're kind of intimidating. Or, if we're being honest, we're just plain ol' scared of rejection or that we won't say the right thing or have all the answers. Join Doug, Brad, and special guest, "On Eagles Wings" leader and veteran Sabin Miguel as they uncover the most important parts of sharing your faith in hard places and situations. You won't find many better ways to spend half an hour as the guys land incredibly valuable insights and practical steps to share the hope of Christ in the toughest of situations. Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!

Turn up the volume! As our annual conference for hundreds of Native American young people is happening, , Brad interviewed Doug and Jesse about Warrior Worship - an ongoing music project focused on empowering Indigenous leaders and magnifying Jesus. Doug and Jesse talk about walking in God's will as they recount how Warrior Worship came into being, and how God has directed them along the way.    Go to oneagleswings.com/warrior-worship/ to find all our music videos, chord charts, and even some devotionals that go along with some of our albums. And be sure to check our Warrior Worship on Spotify or wherever you stream your music! Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!

What is a Summer Book Bonanza? It's Doug, Brad and Jesse's grab-and-go list of books that shaped us, challenged us, and also made us laugh & think along the way. From the St. Augustine to the Fonz, there's something here for everyone! If you are an avid reader, you will find new fuel. If you're not, we make the case that the right book at the right time can change how you think, pray, and show up in the world as an ambassador for Christ. Grab a notebook, build your own summer reading list, and keep your Bible at the center. Subscribe, share this with a friend, leave a review, and tell us what book you would add to the mix. Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!

Looking for practical, doable steps you can take to strengthen your marriage or the marriage of someone you care about? You've come to the right place! In this episode, we talk about seven sentences that our spouses need to hear. There are probably way more than only 7 sentences our spouses need to hear, but hey, these just might be a good place for you to start!  Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!

The internet can drop one strange UFO clip into your feed and suddenly the questions are flying. But there's always been this fascination with what is 'out there'. So many feel like there must be more.  Whatever your view is about aliens or other unexplained phenomena, this episode is for you. Because whether the latest “unexplained aircraft” videos are a hoax, hidden tech, or something we can’t yet name, the bigger issue is what the conversation does to our hearts and our focus. Join us as we look at what an ambassador of Christ response looks like - practical, direct steps you can start taking today. So subscribe, share this with a friend, leave a review, and remember…the truth is out there! Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!

The world feels like it’s spinning a little more out of control every week. And we can feel it impacting our hearts. We are faced with a choice. Will we let our hearts turn cold, even though we know cold hearts don’t reach hurting hearts?  Or, will we choose to stand firm and be bold, living a life of faith over fear and love over lashing out? Jesus followers + Bold hearts = world changers!  Join our conversation about 'Kingdom Living in a Crazy World', and what it looks like to be a make-a-difference ambassador of Jesus Christ right now. Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!

Have you ever had one of those unforgettable conversations? We definitely did as we sat down with Dr. Jerry Root, Wheaton College Professor Emeritus and longtime C.S. Lewis scholar.  Fear too often makes even the most faithful followers of Christ go silent. We feel the pressure to “say it right,” we worry about rejection, and one awkward moment can convince us we are not cut out for evangelism. Listen in and hear us talk about a better way: sharing Jesus from a heart shaped by love, gratitude, and quiet courage.  We unpack why evangelism is less about having a special gift and more about building real trust with real people. Jerry tells unforgettable stories from a pipeline crew, a donut shop regular who took nine months to say 'yes', and an airport delay that turned a simple survey into a surprising opening for grace. Along the way, Jerry gives a practical framework you can use today: ask public questions, listen closely, and let the answers earn you permission to go deeper. Subscribe for more conversations like this, share this with a friend who feels stuck, and leave a review if it helps. What is one person already in your routine you could start praying for by name? Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!

This Easter, we take it back to a simpler time, before all the 'extras' we sometimes find added to celebrating the Resurrection. The Resurrection Story is packed with real people, real reactions, and real hope. And we can find ourselves in it! We each pick one person each from the life of Jesus and ask a question that cuts through the noise: where do I see myself? This episode is for everyone...and at any time, not just Easter! From our true identity, to faith & doubt, to failure and forgiveness, you'll hear straight from our hearts. And we pray it will speak to your heart, too.  If you’ve ever felt defined by your past, your questions, or your failure, hit play and walk the shoreline with us. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review, then tell us: which person in the resurrection story feels most like you right now? Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!

Anxiety has a way of sneaking into normal life until it starts running the whole show. We’ve all felt that tight-chest, racing-thoughts pressure, and lately the reasons stack up fast: nonstop headlines, financial stress, parenting fears, comparison culture, and that nagging sense that control is slipping through our fingers. Doug, Ron and Jesse sit down for a candid, faith-forward conversation about anxiety, everyday stress, and what happens when worry becomes the loudest voice in your mind.  And then there's a lot of the episode focusing on steps to overcome anxiety, and how to find peace in a stressful world. If you’re tired of feeling on edge, come listen and take one step toward peace today. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a review with five stars if you can. Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!

The Middle East. Israel. Unrest. A nation looking for a Messiah. How should an ambassador for Christ feel? How should we respond?  Our conversation with Dr. Mitch Glaser, president and CEO of Chosen People Ministries, traces a 132‑year arc of faith and compassion that still meets the moment—on New York streets, in Israeli bomb shelters, and across the feeds shaping Gen Z. If you want to be an effective ambassador for Christ to people coming from a different faith background…or if you would just love to hear an incredible story with lots of laughs and wisdom…you will find a lot to love in this episode! Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!

Our wives are back on the show! Anna and Sara join in the fast-moving conversation about ways you can bulletproof romance.  Whether you’re married or just want some helpful tips for if you do get married, you’ll find simple, repeatable steps to build connection that lasts. Enjoy the conversation, try one habit today, and tell us which one moves the needle for you. And if this resonated, subscribe, leave a review, and share this with a friend who needs a lift. Connect with us on social media and / or email: Twitter - @GoMADPodcast Facebook - facebook.com/gomadshow Instagram - @gomadshow YouTube - @gomadshow Email - [email protected] Or find out more about us on our website: gomadpodcast.com Enjoy the show? We'd love it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-m-a-d/id1593068456 Thank you for listening and Go M.A.D. today!