Men After God

Men After God

Welcome to the 'Men After God' podcast, the ultimate resource for Christian men aspiring to become the best version of themselves as fathers and husbands. Empowering and enlightening, we're here to guide you towards a life of faith, dedication, and love. In each episode, we'll dive deep into the challenges and triumphs Christian men face, as fathers and husbands, in today's fast-paced world. We'll provide actionable insights and powerful strategies for personal growth, enhancing your role as a dad, and strengthening your bond as a husband. 'Men After God' is for those Christian men who are ready to step up, stand firm, and shine their faith in every aspect of their lives. You'll hear from influential Christian leaders and everyday fathers and husbands who, just like you, are on this journey of faith, fatherhood, and commitment. Join us as we journey together, demonstrating love in action, mastering the art of fatherhood, and embracing the responsibilities of a godly husband. 'Men After God' is more than a podcast; it's a community of Christian men committed to living a life of faith, fatherhood, and love. Tune in, transform, and take your place as a 'Man After God.' Become the father and husband you aspire to be, and let your faith shine through every action. The 'Men After God' podcast - inspiring Christian men, fathers, and husbands to live, love, and lead in faith.

  1. 4D AGO

    The 5-Pillar Framework Every Christian Man Needs (Ditching Cookie-Cutter Faith)

    Are you tired of "cookie-cutter Christianity"? Many Christian men feel exhausted and guilty, trying to squeeze their life into a rigid spiritual system that wasn’t designed for their wiredness or current season of life. In this powerful transition episode, Dr. Dustin Alley and Luke Sorensen address the dangerous distinction between a rigid "system" and a customizable "framework." Using examples from bad marriage counseling to the ideal time for devotions, they explore how to stop copying other people's spiritual habits and start following Jesus as the man God uniquely made you to be. If deepen your relationship with Jesus is your foundation, this framework provides the architectural necessary to hold up the other essential areas of your life. We introduce the five areas every Christian man must schedule into his week—and if you can't find room for these five, you are overbooked. In this episode, we break down: The "Perfectly Normal" Trap: Celebrated 4,000 downloads and a humbling anecdote from an Easter lunch that confronted Dustin's pride.System vs. Framework: Why cookie-cutter approaches fail under pressure, and how to find freedom in a customizable Biblical framework.A philosophical Friday night text: Dustin dives deep on why we must learn to live from the love of Jesus rather than pursuing it.Luke’s Struggles: Why developing self and delivering value are easy for him, but devoting time to family and "doing nothing" requires intense intentionality.The Permission Slip: Giving you permission to obey the Holy Spirit’s promptings, even when your season of obedience looks different from the man in the pew next to you.The 5-Pillar Framework Identified:We define the five pillars you need to maintain balance, authority, and peace: Deepen your relationship with Jesus (The Foundation)Devote time to your familyDevelop yourselfDeliver value to othersDo nothing for Jesus (The essential "brain glitch" statement on Sabbath and Rest).Have a question or want to share how the framework is working for you? Email Dustin directly at alley1230@icloud.com

    18 min
  2. JAN 20

    Heart Set: Living in Surrender and Faith

    Episode DescriptionIn this episode of the Men After God podcast, Dustin Alley and Luke Sorensen continue Season 2 by exploring what it means to have a heart that is truly set on God. Building from Chapter Two of Becoming a Man After God, they introduce the idea of “heart set” versus mindset—arguing that while the mind may be easier to manage, the heart is what ultimately shapes who we become. Through the life of George Müller, Dustin and Luke examine what surrender looks like in real life, especially when obedience requires stepping away from what is safe, expected, or culturally approved. They discuss faith as an action, not just a belief, and wrestle honestly with the tension between trusting God and trying to meet your own needs. The conversation challenges men to stop living on autopilot, stop blaming circumstances or counsel for inaction, and instead live with a heart fully surrendered to God’s leading. The episode closes with a strong call to personal responsibility, cheerful obedience, and giving God not just your behavior—but your heart. Chapters00:00 Season 2 introduction and the concept of “heart set” 00:48 Why the heart is more dangerous—and more powerful—than the mind 01:30 “You are what you love” and how affection shapes identity 02:22 Chapter Two overview and why it’s so short 03:33 What was missing from the chapter and lessons learned after publishing 04:55 George Müller’s life and the challenge of living by faith 06:24 Faith as action, not just surrender language 08:56 Safe paths versus surrendered paths 10:23 Getting out of God’s way and unbelief as an obstacle 11:22 Seasons, obedience, and when God changes direction 13:30 Müller’s story of provision and God’s “royal” supply 14:38 When we meet our own needs and credit God anyway 15:51 Faith, surrender, and unique personal battles 16:18 Why your walk with God cannot be borrowed from someone else 17:11 Owning your story, suffering, and responsibility 18:10 Obedience over counsel when God is clearly leading 20:02 Suffering, growth, and surrendering what “ought to be” 20:25 Faith that can’t be tested can’t be trusted 22:48 Personal obedience and resisting people-pleasing 23:47 God’s Word over the “easy button” of leadership 24:20 Emotions, logic, and cheerful obedience 25:28 Final challenge: surrender your heart, not just your actions Resources Mentioned in This EpisodeBecoming a Man After God by Dustin Alley https://a.co/d/iA5BV3qGeorge Müller and a life lived by faith (historical reference)Support the Show📌 Connect with Men After God: 🌍 Website: https://www.menaftergod.net 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@menaftergodpod 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menaftergodpod 👥 Join Our Community: https://facebook.com/groups/menaftergod 🛒 Get MAG Merch: https://menaftergod.myshopify.com 💙 Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MenAfterGod 🎙️ Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify

    27 min
  3. JAN 12

    From History to His Story: Repentance Is the Doorway to Growth

    In this episode of the Men After God podcast, Dustin Alley and Luke Sorensen continue Season 2 by diving into Chapter One of Becoming a Man After God. They reflect on the joy of recording together again, share gratitude for the Men After God community and Patreon supporters, and explain the renewed direction of the ministry—producing free, accessible content while staying surrendered to where God is leading. The conversation centers on what it truly means to be a “man after God’s heart” by examining the life of David. Rather than viewing David as a flawless spiritual hero, Dustin and Luke unpack how David’s identity was shaped by repentance, humility, and persistent pursuit of God—even in failure. They challenge the idea that background or upbringing determines spiritual potential and emphasize personal responsibility, repentance, and ownership as key markers of spiritual maturity. The episode closes with a direct challenge to men: stop blaming your past, take responsibility for your walk with God, and recognize that your relationship with Him will only grow as deep as your willingness to repent. Chapters00:00 Welcome back, Season 2 energy, and recording together again 01:06 Gratitude for Patreon supporters and the Men After God community 03:30 Vision for Season 2 and introducing the “Becoming” series 03:56 Why Chapter One matters: From History to His Story 05:14 Who the book is for—and why it applies beyond men 05:45 What Dustin wishes he had added to Chapter One 08:09 David’s life, failure, and the myth of spiritual perfection 10:00 What “a man after God’s heart” actually means 11:26 Pursuing God vs. achieving fulfillment 13:30 Why there is no finish line apart from God 14:50 The advantage New Testament believers have through the Holy Spirit 17:13 Becoming is a choice, not a personality trait 17:43 Repentance, responsibility, and owning your life 20:13 Why repentance is the gateway to restoration 21:32 Final thoughts and closing encouragement Resources Mentioned in This EpisodeBecoming a Man After God by Dustin Alley https://a.co/d/iA5BV3qGroup facilitation guides for the book (free PDFs available by request) 📧 dustin@menaftergod.netRiverside FM for podcast recording https://riverside.fmThe Diary of a CEO podcast https://www.youtube.com/@TheDiaryOfACEOSupport the Show📌 Connect with Men After God: 🌍 Website: https://www.menaftergod.net 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@menaftergodpod 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menaftergodpod 👥 Join Our Community: https://facebook.com/groups/menaftergod 🛒 Get MAG Merch: https://menaftergod.myshopify.com 💙 Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MenAfterGod 🎙️ Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify

    22 min

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Welcome to the 'Men After God' podcast, the ultimate resource for Christian men aspiring to become the best version of themselves as fathers and husbands. Empowering and enlightening, we're here to guide you towards a life of faith, dedication, and love. In each episode, we'll dive deep into the challenges and triumphs Christian men face, as fathers and husbands, in today's fast-paced world. We'll provide actionable insights and powerful strategies for personal growth, enhancing your role as a dad, and strengthening your bond as a husband. 'Men After God' is for those Christian men who are ready to step up, stand firm, and shine their faith in every aspect of their lives. You'll hear from influential Christian leaders and everyday fathers and husbands who, just like you, are on this journey of faith, fatherhood, and commitment. Join us as we journey together, demonstrating love in action, mastering the art of fatherhood, and embracing the responsibilities of a godly husband. 'Men After God' is more than a podcast; it's a community of Christian men committed to living a life of faith, fatherhood, and love. Tune in, transform, and take your place as a 'Man After God.' Become the father and husband you aspire to be, and let your faith shine through every action. The 'Men After God' podcast - inspiring Christian men, fathers, and husbands to live, love, and lead in faith.

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