Call Me Mister

Mr. White

Call Me Mister is a podcast featuring honest conversations with Christian men in education. Through stories of career, calling, family, leadership, and faith, we explore what it really looks like to build a meaningful and sustainable life while serving the next generation.

Episodes

  1. Sep 2

    4. Mr. Johnson | Where God Has You

    What does it look like to represent Christ in a classroom where you can't simply preach the Gospel? In this episode, Mr. Jason Johnson—educator, author, ordained minister, conference speaker, and creator of the 4-Step Biblical Discernment Framework—shares what he's learned about serving God as a Christian teacher in the public-school system. After studying biblical studies and preparing for ministry, Jason never expected his path to lead into teaching science. But through years in the classroom, he's discovered that ministry doesn't require a church building or a Christian-school setting. Sometimes simply showing students the love, integrity, conviction, and character of Christ can open doors we never could have planned ourselves. Jason also shares why Christian educators need to know where they stand, how teachers can remain faithful to their convictions in challenging environments, and why biblical discernment matters in a culture filled with competing voices. His encouragement to male teachers is simple: even when you don't fully understand why God has you somewhere, remember that your presence matters—and ask Him to use you while you're there. Teaching science and special education in the public-school systemWhy students need teachers who understand and care for themRepresenting Christ without having to preach in the classroomStanding firm in your convictions as a Christian educatorWhy male teachers have a unique opportunity to impact young menTrusting God with career, provision, and the futureThe difference between knowing about Christianity and personally following JesusWhy Christians need biblical discernmentHow to evaluate Christian teaching against ScriptureBeing faithful wherever God has placed you --- THE 4-STEP BIBLICAL DISCERNMENT FRAMEWORK Download Here: https://discerntheword.com/ How to Evaluate Any Sermon, Prophecy, Christian Book, Podcast, or Teaching. You will be able to learn a practical, Scripture-based framework that helps Christians confidently examine any teaching through the lens of God’s Word. --- Call Me Mister Reflection: You don't need a ministry title to have a ministry—sometimes God simply asks you to be faithful where He has placed you. --- I'd love to hear from you: If you're a Christian man serving in education—or you know someone whose story should be shared—visit: ⁠⁠https://fisherphilbrick.com⁠⁠ I'm continuing to build the podcast and would love to connect with you. You can also reach me directly at: ⁠⁠michael@fisherphilbrick.com⁠⁠ I'd especially love to hear from teachers, coaches, principals, administrators, and other men serving the next generation.

  2. Aug 26

    3. Mr. Reilly | Following God Into Uncertainty

    What happens when God calls you to leave what's comfortable? In this episode, Mr. Ian Reilly—engineer, entrepreneur, author, artist, and international consultant—shares how one decision to serve overseas changed the course of his life forever. After he and his wife left Australia to teach in Samoa as volunteer educators, they found themselves facing a devastating cyclone, unfamiliar culture, and challenges they never expected. Looking back, Ian now sees that God wasn't simply sending them to teach others—He was preparing them for everything that would come afterward. Whether designing new technologies, building businesses, mentoring others, or writing his book Encounter, Ian's story is a reminder that God often shapes us most through seasons of uncertainty. Teaching in Samoa after a devastating cycloneWhy the hard road often leads to growthLearning to trust God in uncertaintyLiving with purpose instead of comfortCross-cultural ministry and humilityEntrepreneurship and following God's leadingMarriage through seasons of sacrificeEncouraging young Christians to live courageouslyWhy every season prepares us for the next --- Website: https://ianreilly.com.au/ Book: Encounter: https://amzn.asia/d/0157GBIV Substack: https://substack.com/@ianreilly If you're a teacher, entrepreneur, student, missionary, or someone wondering whether it's worth taking a difficult step of faith, I encourage you to explore Ian's writing. His story is a thoughtful reminder that God often uses the seasons we least expect to prepare us for the work He has planned. --- Call Me Mister Reflection: God rarely reveals the whole path before asking us to take the first step. --- I'd love to hear from you: If you're a Christian man serving in education—or you know someone whose story should be shared—visit: ⁠https://fisherphilbrick.com⁠ I'm continuing to build the podcast and would love to connect with you. You can also reach me directly at: ⁠michael@fisherphilbrick.com⁠ I'd especially love to hear from teachers, coaches, principals, administrators, and other men serving the next generation.

  3. Aug 19

    2. Mr. Fela | Teaching Beyond the Classroom

    What happens when God redirects a teacher's calling? In this episode, Mr. John Fela—who calls himself the "Swiss Army Knife of Disability Advocacy"—shares how his journey as a classroom teacher eventually led him into disability advocacy, ministry, writing, speaking, and serving families across the country. After his son was diagnosed with severe autism, John found himself walking through some of life's darkest seasons. Through those trials, God transformed his suffering into a ministry of hope, showing that our greatest struggles often become the very place where He calls us to serve. ·Teaching in public, private, and Montessori schools ·Why teachers and parents need to work together ·Raising a child with severe autism ·Finding purpose through suffering ·Disability advocacy and ministry ·Building community during life's hardest seasons ·Why our greatest trials often become our greatest calling ·The hope found in Jesus Christ, even when life doesn't go according to plan --- Website: https://johnfela.com/ Faith Like My Father: https://a.co/d/01RIFHw4 Bill Nye Tours the Ark Encounter with Ken Ham: https://www.youtube.com/live/PPLRhVdNp5M?si=JWJYrDzfAW8JxAEM If you're a parent, educator, church leader, or someone walking through a difficult season, I encourage you to explore John's resources and ministry. --- Call Me Mister Reflection: Sometimes our calling doesn't end when we leave the classroom—it simply finds a new place to serve. --- I'd love to hear from you: If you're a Christian man serving in education—or you know someone whose story should be shared—visit: https://fisherphilbrick.com I'm continuing to build the podcast and would love to connect with you. You can also reach me directly at: michael@fisherphilbrick.com I'd especially love to hear from teachers, coaches, principals, administrators, and other men serving the next generation.

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Call Me Mister is a podcast featuring honest conversations with Christian men in education. Through stories of career, calling, family, leadership, and faith, we explore what it really looks like to build a meaningful and sustainable life while serving the next generation.