The Prodigal Journey

Finn Creative Studios
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The Prodigal Journey is a podcast about faith, struggle, and becoming - told through stories, conversations, and real-life experiences. From mental health and healing to relationships, recovery, and spiritual growth, this is a space for honest dialogue about what it means to navigate life authentically while pursuing deeper meaning, hope, and transformation. Because the journey isn’t just about where we’ve been… it’s about who we’re becoming.

  1. Aug 12

    Navigating the Complexity of the Male Inner World | Formation Series

    This podcast episode delves into the critical yet often neglected realm of men's inner worlds, emphasizing the necessity of self-examination and emotional awareness. We, as men, frequently articulate our external responsibilities with precision while neglecting to address the condition of our hearts. This episode serves as a poignant reminder that without acknowledging our internal struggles, we cannot genuinely surrender them to God. We explore the implications of this neglect, pondering how societal norms have conditioned us to prioritize productivity over introspection. Ultimately, we aim to facilitate a deeper understanding of our emotional states, leading to a transformative relationship with our inner selves and, consequently, with God. A significant theme emerges in this episode of the Prodigal Journey, where we eloquently address the often-ignored inner world of men. This exploration seeks to illuminate the emotional landscapes that many men neglect, focusing on the disconnect between external responsibilities and internal feelings. We reflect on the societal norms that have conditioned men to prioritize functionality over introspection, leading to an inability to articulate our emotional states. While men may easily describe their duties and tasks, we frequently resort to the superficial response of ‘I’m fine’ when confronted with inquiries about our emotional well-being. This episode is not merely a critique but serves as an invitation for men to delve deeper into the condition of their hearts, a crucial aspect of personal growth and spiritual maturity. Drawing from personal anecdotes, I candidly share my journey of recognizing the importance of understanding one’s emotions before sharing them with others. I illustrate how offloading unprocessed feelings onto loved ones can inadvertently burden them, highlighting the necessity of first bringing those emotions before God. This discussion is enriched through scriptural references that emphasize the need for men to engage authentically with their inner lives. True strength manifests not in emotional suppression but in the courage to confront and express vulnerabilities, thereby fostering healthier relationships and a more profound connection with God. —————————— Takeaways: The inner world of men is frequently neglected, leading to a disconnection from their true emotions.Men often articulate their responsibilities well but struggle to describe their emotional states accurately.It is crucial for men to recognize and process their inner emotions before communicating them to others.Surrendering to God necessitates an acknowledgment of our inner struggles and feelings.Biblical maturity involves bringing forth every emotion before God, not suppressing them.The goal of awareness is to facilitate a deeper surrender to God, allowing for transformative growth. —————————— Chapters: 00:00 - Show intro and recap 00:32 - Introduction to the Formation Series 00:49 - Understanding Our Inner World as Men 11:14 - The Strength in Vulnerability 14:10 - Awareness and Surrender: The Journey Within —————————— Next Episode: We will look at Jesus’ life as the ultimate model for emotional honesty and engagement. By studying how Jesus navigated His own emotions, we can be encouraged to embrace our own emotional journeys with the same openness. This episode ultimately serves as a clarion call for men to reclaim their inner worlds, advocating for a transformative process of self-examination that leads to a richer, more authentic existence. —————————— Thank you for supporting conversations about Faith. Struggle. Becoming. If this conversation encouraged you, you can support the podcast here: theprodigaljourney.com/donate —————————— Affiliate Partnerships: I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! Use my affiliate link below to get your free trial and it helps the podcast. Free trial for Captivate

    Navigating the Complexity of the Male Inner World | Formation Series

  2. Aug 5

    Who Is Forming You? The Power of Spiritual Formation | Formation Series

    In this first episode of a new series on formation, I explore a question that has been shaping my own life: Who or what is forming you? I reflect on experiences in church, men’s ministry, and discipleship, and explain why conversations about leadership, purity, marriage, and responsibility—while important—don’t always answer the deeper question of who we are becoming. Drawing from the life of Jesus, this episode examines how our habits, relationships, communities, and daily practices quietly shape our character over time. Rather than offering a checklist for becoming a “better man,” this conversation invites listeners to consider what true spiritual formation looks like and how discipleship is ultimately about becoming more like Christ, not simply accumulating knowledge. Whether you’re navigating church hurt, reevaluating your spiritual life, or simply longing to grow in maturity, this episode offers a thoughtful invitation to examine the influences that are shaping your heart. _______________ Key Takeaways Formation is happening whether we recognize it or not.Our habits shape our character long before our actions reveal it.Discipleship is about becoming like Jesus, not merely learning about Him.Spiritual maturity is revealed during seasons of pressure and difficulty.Knowledge without transformation can produce pride instead of Christlikeness.The people and voices we consistently listen to are shaping us.Healthy community is essential for lasting spiritual formation. _______________ Thank you for supporting conversations about Faith. Struggle. Becoming. If this conversation encouraged you, you can support the podcast here: theprodigaljourney.com/donate

    Who Is Forming You? The Power of Spiritual Formation | Formation Series

  3. May 27

    Eroding or Refining? | Navigating Toxic Environments

    Welcome To The Prodigal Journey! How do you know when a hard season at work is actually shaping you, versus when it's quietly breaking you? I think a lot of us - especially if you're a person of faith - have been taught to endure, to stay, to be faithful no matter what. To be the light in dark places. And there's truth in that. But what happens when the place you're in isn't just difficult, it's unhealthy? When it starts affecting your clarity, your peace, your physical health, even your sense of who you are? In this episode we want to talk about something that I think a lot of people are silently walking through: how to discern whether you should stay in a toxic work environment... or whether it's actually time to walk away. I've lived through a season like this - thankfully I’m out of that - and on the other side, there were clear patterns. So I want to talk about the patterns, the lessons, and the things I wish I understood earlier. If you've ever felt stuck, conflicted, or even guilty for wanting to leave a situation that doesn't feel right, this episode is for you. —————— Questions to Think Through: - What type of response do you receive when bringing up a concern (avoidance, aggression, silence, humor, withdrawal, etc.)? - What phrases do people commonly use to excuse unhealthy behavior (e.g., “That’s just how they are,” “We’ve always done it this way”)? - What makes it difficult for people to speak up when they notice unhealthy patterns? - Do you want to become like the leaders you are following? Challenge to Managers/Supervisors: - What behaviors are you allowing and modeling? - Are good employees leaving and bad employees staying? - Can you receive feedback? - Are you in denial? —————— Thank you for supporting conversations about Faith. Struggle. Becoming. If this conversation encouraged you, you can support the podcast here: theprodigaljourney.com/donate —————— Podcast Merch: theprodigaljourney.com/merch You can check out all the podcast videos on the podcast website: Video Channel

    Eroding or Refining? | Navigating Toxic Environments

  4. 10/05/2025

    Pastoring The Impoverished | Pastor Will Broadus

    Welcome to The Prodigal Journey! We are happy you are here and we believe that Every Story Matters. On this episode I talk to one of my pastors, Pastor Will Broadus, from Reconcile Community Church. We talk about how he came to faith in Christ, some of his journey in missions, and what led him back to the states to plant a church in one of the most poverty stricken neighborhoods of Greenville County. Reconcile Community Church - Website Reconcile Stories Podcast - YouTube Please help us keep the content going by donating! www.theprodigaljourney.com/donate

    Pastoring The Impoverished | Pastor Will Broadus

  5. 08/24/2025

    Reconcile Stories | Guest Interview

    Thank you for tuning in to this episode. I was a guest on a new podcast called, "Reconcile Stories". It is a podcast that my church started and that I help produce. I wanted to cross post it on The Prodigal Journey. Pastor Will and I talk about the purpose and mission of Reconcile Stories, how I started podcasting, and our journey in becoming partners at Reconcile Community Church. Please consider donating to help keep the content going: The Prodigal Journey Donate Page

    Reconcile Stories | Guest Interview

  6. 09/24/2024

    Imposter Syndrome | Oasis

    Welcome to the first episode of Oasis: "A place of rest along this journey". Sometimes we feel like we don't deserve God's love. We feel like we have to do something better or do something more to earn His love, and when we fail at striving for these things, we feel even more unworthy. We are left feeling like imposters. But what if God wants us to think differently about our identities?! On this Oasis episode I talk about being created in the image of God and how he wants us to take the truths He says about us and live a life that is more joyful, and in believing the truths, we can experience a deeper love relationship with our heavenly Father! -------------------- Please consider donating to help keep the content going: https://the-prodigal-journey.captivate.fm/support -------------------- New Affiliate Partner! - TidyCal (from AppSumo) If you like simplicity for all your calendar needs, then you will love TidyCal. We use TidyCal for all our podcast scheduling with guests. It's simple and easy to use. And the best part, you don't have to pay another monthly subscription to use a product! This calendar scheduling program is better than many that require a monthly subscription. With programs like TidyCal from AppSumo, you pay ONE fee, and that's it. No recurring monthly fees. You can get as many licenses as you need. If you need a better calendar scheduling option, then check it out. Please help out the podcast by using our referral link! appsumo.8odi.net/DKY5Dj Affiliate Partner - Covenant Eyes: Covenant Eyes is the pioneer of Internet and screen accountability. In a culture that continues to grow in its stance against the family, and so much of our culture being fueled by harmful imagery, we need a company like Covenant Eyes to help us in the fight to keep our families safe! Go check out covenanteyes.com for more information. If you want to sign up, enter the promo code PRODIGAL and get your first 30 days for free! *NOTE* The promo code does not work in the app. You must complete initial sign up through the website, then after completing sign up you can use the app. Affiliate Partner - Upside: Why not make cash back for something you already buy? Upside provides cash back to users at many major gas stations. You can get up to 25 cents back per gallon of gas, up to 30% cash back on groceries, and up to 45% cash back at restaurants, depending on deals available in your area. Help out our podcast by clicking the link below and signing up today! ALSO, if you enter the promo code JOURNEY25 at initial sign up, you will get an ADDITIONAL 25 cents back per gallon for your first fill up, on top of whatever deal you claim through the app! So click the link and sign up now!

    Imposter Syndrome | Oasis

  7. 03/05/2024

    Biblical Masculinity Is Intentional

    Welcome to The Prodigal Journey where we celebrate Christ's power through our weakness! On this episode I talk to John Price III about his journey in understanding biblical manhood. We also talk about cultural influences on our understanding of biblical manhood, struggles we face as men, and much more. Biblical masculinity is about following the example of Jesus, seeking Him above all else, and loving and serving others. We have been told for too long that being a man is about charisma instead of character. Let's get back to a biblical view of what it means to be a man who seeks God above all else! -------------------- If you enjoy the content, please consider leaving a tip! https://the-prodigal-journey.captivate.fm/support -------------------- Men On Purpose Links: Website: menonpurpose.podia.com YouTube: @menonpurpose -------------------- Affiliate Partner - Upside: Why not make cash back for something you already buy? Upside provides cash back to users at many major gas stations. You can get up to 25 cents back per gallon of gas, up to 30% cash back on groceries, and up to 45% cash back at restaurants, depending on deals available in your area. Help out our podcast by clicking the link below and signing up today! ALSO, if you enter the promo code JOURNEY25 at initial sign up, you will get an ADDITIONAL 25 cents back per gallon for your first fill up, on top of whatever deal you claim through the app! So click the link and sign up now! https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-... Affiliate Partner - Covenant Eyes: Covenant Eyes is the pioneer of Internet and screen accountability. In a culture that continues to grow in its stance against the family, and so much of our culture being fueled by harmful imagery, we need a company like Covenant Eyes to help us in the fight to keep our families safe! Go check out http://covenanteyes.com/ for more information. If you want to sign up, enter the promo code PRODIGAL and get your first 30 days for free! (Code can only be used for web based sign up, then after signing up through the web you can use the app). -------------------- Intro/Outro music used with permission under a standard music license, purchased from @wavebeatsmusic. License certificate on file. Credits: Track Title: 'Motivational Power' Music by WavebeatsMusic Promo Video: https://youtu.be/5hTaTrJowJk Track Info: WBM T73: 'Motivational Power" Artist: WavebeatsMusic Composer: Henrique Tavares Dib PRO: APRA/AMCOS, IPI:00611600895 Publisher: Songtrust ST Music ANZ PTY LTD, IPI: 825751036

    Biblical Masculinity Is Intentional

  8. 02/27/2024

    Accountability Software Can't Make You Love God

    Welcome to The Prodigal Journey where we celebrate Christ's power through our weakness! On this episode I talk about accountability software. It has been a conversation I've had with other men lately and I want to address it. My fear is that too many men are living out of fear instead of the freedom that we were saved for. We don't have to white knuckle our sin. If we love God and we want to seek Him, we can choose to grow in holiness and our love for Him. Main thoughts for this episode: Boundaries and guard rails are good but they don't give power to obey them or keep them. They don't give us the power to love Christ more.True love COSTS something, and our love must fuel our acts of devotion. Application Questions: Are you viewing your sin in light of the freedom that God wants for you?Or are you white knuckling your sin and only thinking about not sinning?Is your obedience motivated by love for Christ or is it motivated by fear, shame, or something else?What small steps can you take TODAY to change your thinking and move foward in the freedom Christ has for you?!To change your thinking from "not sinning" to growing in holiness and love for Christ. -------------------- If you enjoy the content, please consider leaving a tip! https://the-prodigal-journey.captivate.fm/support -------------------- Affiliate Partners Covenant Eyes: Covenant Eyes is the pioneer of Internet and screen accountability. In a culture that continues to grow in its stance against the family, and so much of our culture being fueled by harmful imagery, we need a company like Covenant Eyes to help us in the fight to keep our families safe! Go check out covenanteyes.com for more information. If you want to sign up, enter the promo code PRODIGAL and get your first 30 days for free! (Only applies to web based sign up only. Cannot use code to sign up through the app on initial setup.) Upside: Why not make cash back for something you already buy? Upside provides cash back to users at many major gas stations. You can get up to 25 cents back per gallon of gas, up to 30% cash back on groceries, and up to 45% cash back at restaurants, depending on deals available in your area. Help out our podcast by clicking the link below and signing up today! ALSO, if you enter the promo code JOURNEY25 at initial sign up, you will get an ADDITIONAL 25 cents back per gallon for your first fill up, on top of whatever deal you claim through the app! So click the link and sign up now! Upside Sign Up

    Accountability Software Can't Make You Love God
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The Prodigal Journey is a podcast about faith, struggle, and becoming - told through stories, conversations, and real-life experiences. From mental health and healing to relationships, recovery, and spiritual growth, this is a space for honest dialogue about what it means to navigate life authentically while pursuing deeper meaning, hope, and transformation. Because the journey isn’t just about where we’ve been… it’s about who we’re becoming.

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  • Creator
    Finn Creative Studios
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Finn Creative Studios
  • Show Website
    The Prodigal Journey