The Rise Up Kings Podcast with Skylar Lewis

Skylar Lewis
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Skylar Lewis, the founder of Rise Up Kings in Dallas Texas is a successful entrepreneur who has scaled and systemized multiple million-dollar companies. He is a speaker, an author, and runs a world-class faith-based business intensive for men. On his journey to prosperity, he has found that the key to fulfillment and top performance comes through focusing on the 4 Pillars of Purpose; Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finance. On this podcast, he interviews experts from all over the country by diving deep into what the 4 Pillars are and refining what it means to reach your God-given potential. Be sure to listen, subscribe, and leave a review!

  1. Why 'God Told Me' Becomes Dangerous without Counsel

    JAN 30

    Why 'God Told Me' Becomes Dangerous without Counsel

    Send us a text In this Rise Up Kings Podcast episode, Coach Mondo sits down with Coach Jon Wood (“Switch”) and Pastor David for a deep, unfiltered conversation about Jesus, politics, masculinity, sexual ethics, prophetic words, and hearing God’s voice in a divided culture. This isn’t a surface-level debate. The discussion breaks down how Jesus’ announcement of the Kingdom of God was a direct challenge to Rome’s power, why modern political labels don’t fit a first-century Messiah, and how Jesus would likely be received today in conversations surrounding LGBTQ issues, cultural identity, and morality. The episode also unpacks: - Jesus’ teachings as nonviolent resistance, not passivity - Why “God told me” can become a spiritual manipulation tactic - How to discern a true word from God using Scripture, fruit, peace, and - maturity - Whether spiritual gifts can be developed or are only divinely assigned - The difference between meekness and weakness for strong Christian men - When force, self-defense, or protection may be morally justified This conversation challenges both political sides because Jesus doesn’t fit modern categories. He confronts power, disrupts comfort, loves people without affirming sin, and calls men to strength under control. The episode closes with a sobering reminder from John 10:27: “My sheep hear My voice… the real question isn’t whether God is speaking — it’s whether you’re listening.” Chapters:  00:00:00 — Was Jesus conservative or liberal? Kingdom of God vs Caesar 00:02:17 — A first-century Jew in 21st-century political categories 00:03:18 — Social conservatism, fiscal generosity, and sexual ethics 00:04:31 — “Turn the other cheek” as nonviolent resistance 00:06:52 — How Jesus would be received today (LGBTQ + politics) 00:10:16 — “I have a word from the Lord”: when to be cautious 00:12:18 — Scripture as the filter: conviction vs condemnation 00:14:23 — The fruit test: character, maturity, and relationship 00:17:14 — Shocking real-life prophetic moments 00:36:34 — How to hear God: Scripture, counsel, reason, tradition 00:46:18 — Meekness vs weakness: the lion choosing restraint 00:54:06 — Self-defense, force vs violence, and Christian ethics For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube  Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt #Jesus #Politics #PropheticWord For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

    1h 21m

  2. JAN 23

    From PTSD to Healing: A Marine's Secret on Conquering Fear

    Send us a text If you are trapped in fear and anxiety, you are not alone. In this Rise Up Kings conversation, Green Beret Master Sergeant Jeremy McWilliams and former Marine bomb disposal Staff Sergeant John Wood break down why fear is universal, why most fear is tied to control and the unknown, and how to build real courage through stress inoculation, exposure, and disciplined action. You will learn how to stop spiraling about worst case scenarios, why “90% of what you fear will never happen,” and how to get out of your head by carrying a load, staying in your business, and taking small steps toward the thing you fear. John shares a powerful testimony of PTSD, suicidal thoughts, and how God brought healing and restored identity in Christ. They also cover fear of AI, end times anxiety, Christian masculinity, parenting without helicopter fear, and why unconditional love and truth together change everything. If you want practical tools to overcome fear, stop overthinking, grow as a Christian man, and lead your family with strength and faith, this episode will help. For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

    1h 5m
  3. The Hidden Reason High Achievers Never Find Peace | Scott Donnell

    JAN 9

    The Hidden Reason High Achievers Never Find Peace | Scott Donnell

    Send us a text If you’re a high achiever who loves Jesus, but still feels restless, anxious, and never at peace, this conversation will hit hard. Scott Donnell breaks down what’s actually driving anxiety, performance, control, and burnout in entrepreneurs and Christian men — and why the pursuit of success can become a spiritual stronghold. We unpack the 3 core wounds (abandonment, betrayal, contempt), how they shape your identity, and why identity can’t be achieved — it can only be received. We also talk about cultural Christianity, lukewarm faith, sanctification, eternal rewards, taking faith risks, biblical stewardship, generosity that costs something, and the legacy you leave your kids — because what you don’t heal, you pass down. If you’re trying to build a life of purpose, lead your family well, and follow Jesus without white-knuckling everything, this episode is for you. For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

    1h 6m
  4. Burnout, Conflict, Self-Sabotage—What's Actually Causing It?

    12/24/2025

    Burnout, Conflict, Self-Sabotage—What's Actually Causing It?

    Send us a text Christian men, masculinity, leadership, humility, ego, insecurity, confidence, identity in Christ. This episode exposes the “hidden problem” behind burnout, conflict, and self-sabotage (masked as success). Most guys don’t realize the real issue isn’t anger, ambition, or even performance; it’s what’s operating beneath the surface. We unpack how ego shows up in leadership, marriage, and brotherhood, why “false humility” is still self-focused, and how to build grounded confidence without posturing. You’ll hear: How unspoken expectations turn into resentmentWhen leaders must be curious vs. certainWhy insecurity fuels the hidden problemThe simplest way to receive compliments with strength (“Thank you”)How training, discipline, and keeping your word rebuild self-esteemWhy Scripture is the higher source of truth when “groupthink” feels rightIf you want to lead your home, your business, and your body with conviction—without being driven by the hidden problem—this conversation will challenge you and sharpen you. For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

    55 min
  5. Chasing Success is Destroying You - Microsoft Exec Explains The Real Reason

    12/11/2025

    Chasing Success is Destroying You - Microsoft Exec Explains The Real Reason

    Send us a text Why do men chase success yet still feel empty? A Microsoft Exec shares why achievement, money, and status never feel like enough — and how surrendering ambition to God transforms fulfillment, identity, and purpose. Microsoft Executive Chad Kammarad went from a trailer park to one of the highest levels inside Microsoft. He reached the top — the cars, the house, the title, the status — yet the night he achieved everything he had ever wanted was the most challenging night of his life. In this powerful conversation, Chad and Skylar break down: - The emptiness behind high achievement - Why men keep chasing “more” and never feel fulfilled - The danger of ego, pride, and performance identity - How comfort weakens men spiritually and emotionally - The shift from self-driven ambition to Kingdom-driven purpose Why Christian men must surrender control and stop living as “CEO Christians.” How God uses discomfort, pain, and disruption to move us into calling If you’re a man who’s driven, ambitious, successful yet still sensing something is missing this episode speaks directly to you. Connect with Chad Kammeraad on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadkammeraad For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

    1h 9m
  6. The Real Reason You’re Burned Out (It’s Not What You Think)

    12/04/2025

    The Real Reason You’re Burned Out (It’s Not What You Think)

    Send us a text What happens when the thing you’ve built your whole identity on gets taken away? In this episode, we sit down with Mondoe Davis to unpack one of the deepest traps men fall into: tying identity to performance. From the NFL to entrepreneurship, Mondoe shares how success can become a prison when it’s fueled by a need to feel worthy, and what happens internally when the platform disappears. We talk about the hidden wounds behind high achievement, especially the father-son pain that quietly drives so many men to prove themselves through work, wins, money, or status. And we go deeper into what real freedom looks like: learning who you are apart from what you do, letting God re-root your identity, and stepping into a calling that’s bigger than performance. This conversation is a wake-up call for every man who feels pressure to “be enough,” for every entrepreneur chasing significance, and for every husband and father who wants to lead his family with vision instead of fear. In this episode, you’ll learn:  - Why performance can never give you a stable identity - How success is often fueled by unresolved pain - What to do when your career, platform, or business shifts overnight - The difference between building for significance versus building for purpose - Why every family needs a clear vision, mission, and core values - How to lead from love, not from striving If you’ve ever felt like you had to earn love, earn respect, or earn your place, this one’s for you. For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

    49 min
  7. If You Want a Better Sex Life with Your Wife… Do THIS first

    11/28/2025

    If You Want a Better Sex Life with Your Wife… Do THIS first

    Send us a text In this powerful, real-talk conversation, the guys unpack what actually makes a marriage thrive — especially when communication breaks down and intimacy feels hard. You’ll hear how different communication styles can create a downward spiral, and why the most emotionally mature person has to go first in forgiveness. They share honestly about pride, ego, and the temptation to love transactionally — treating your spouse like a vending machine instead of honoring God’s design for covenant love. You’ll learn why emotional intimacy has to come before physical intimacy, how to stay committed when your spouse isn’t responding yet, and why consistent love over the long game changes everything. The episode also dives deep into biblical leadership in marriage: husbands loving like Christ, taking responsibility for the “garden” of the relationship, refusing to live offended, and choosing meekness — strength under control. If you want a marriage that grows in peace, connection, and passion, this is a must-watch. For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

    51 min
  8. How to Lead When You’re Tired, Stressed, and Out of Answers

    11/20/2025

    How to Lead When You’re Tired, Stressed, and Out of Answers

    Send us a text In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, THINK Media Founder and CEO, Sean Cannell shares how being fired by all of his freelance clients became the catalyst for building a million-dollar YouTube empire. But this episode goes far beyond YouTube strategy — it dives into faith, fatherhood, character, spiritual warfare, discipline, addiction, and purpose. Sean reveals: - How God “kicked him off the cliff” into full-time entrepreneurship - The early days of volunteering with a $300 camera in a small-town church - How Think Media grew to 5M+ subscribers across all channels - Why character must grow faster than your platform - How Christians should create culture rather than curse it - Sean’s battles with alcohol, weed, burnout, and pressure - The spiritual disciplines that rebuilt his life - How to future-proof any business in the digital age - Why men lose vision — and how to get it back - What it means to be a “media missionary” - How God is moving through healing, deliverance, and the supernatural This conversation is raw, honest, faith-filled, and deeply practical for entrepreneurs, content creators, and Christian men striving to step into their calling with integrity and excellence Connect with Sean on all social media:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWWFavn3ym0w3myTD5OX59g https://instagram.com/seancannell https://twitter.com/seancannell https://www.linkedin.com/in/seancannell https://linktr.ee/seancannell For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

    1h 38m
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Skylar Lewis, the founder of Rise Up Kings in Dallas Texas is a successful entrepreneur who has scaled and systemized multiple million-dollar companies. He is a speaker, an author, and runs a world-class faith-based business intensive for men. On his journey to prosperity, he has found that the key to fulfillment and top performance comes through focusing on the 4 Pillars of Purpose; Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finance. On this podcast, he interviews experts from all over the country by diving deep into what the 4 Pillars are and refining what it means to reach your God-given potential. Be sure to listen, subscribe, and leave a review!

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