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JUDAS: The Disciple We Love To Hate
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Getting to Know the Disciples, Episode 3: Betraying Jesus has made Judas one of the most infamous names in the world. While he plays a key role in the story of the passion, he has an overall minor role in the Gospels, and we know very little about his motives. And yet, we love to hate…
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ANDREW: Bringing People to Jesus
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Getting to Know the Disciples, Episode 2: Andrew is a legend. He reveals how easy and comfortable it can be for anyone to introduce anyone to Jesus. Join Patrick Morley and learn more about who he was, how he introduced people to Jesus, and how you can adopt his ideas so you can bring more…
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PETER: Why We Identify With Him So Easily
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REPOST – Getting to Know the Disciples, Episode 1: We’re bringing back another opening episode from 2022! Join Patrick Morley and discover three reasons why Peter is the disciple with whom many of us can most easily identify. Please note that this message is only available via podcast/audio at this time.
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The Gospel and the Church
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Our guest speaker tomorrow, Pastor Tim Iamaio, will share some of his story, ministry and pastoral heart to see men grow in maturity. We all know immature Christians and unhealthy churches when we see them, but are we able to recognize and cultivate spiritual maturity and healthy thriving churches? And what does the Bible have…
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A Story for the Peoples!
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Scripture is God’s story and replete with how he worked in the stories of his people. Joseph was betrayed by his brothers and then God used him to rescue those same brothers (Gen. 37-50). Psalm 78 tell us to recount the wonderful deeds of the Lord and tell the coming generations. Daniel and the Hebrew…
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On Being (and Having) a Spiritual Father
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Join us this week and next as we revisit the opening episodes of two series from 2022. Let’s turn our attention to Brett Clemmer as he opens the study of 2 Timothy–Paul & Timothy: Passing the Torch. Verses referenced in this lesson: 2 Timothy 1:1-2, Acts 16:1, 1 Cor 16:10, Phil 2:22 Raw, unedited transcript…
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May I Have Permission to Speak Freely?
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Paul was near the end of his life. He lived in a shame-based culture. From the outside, it looked like he had plenty of reason to have lost face. He was suffering in prison, likely to be executed. His messages were being mocked and torn to shreds. The churches he had started looked like they…
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Put on Your Own Oxygen Mask First
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God’s plan has always been for the spiritually mature to pass on their wisdom and experience to the next generations. Who better to show us how than Paul, and what better advice than his last letter to Timothy? Join Patrick Morley as we dive into Paul’s first piece of advice to Timothy, why it’s so…
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The Faithful Friend
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Have you ever been let down by an unfaithful friend? Few things hit men harder than realizing that guy you counted on is untrustworthy. But a faithful friend…that is a true gift. A faithful friend is one who sits with you in your grief, celebrates with you in your triumphs, and takes care of you…
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The Power of Grace in a Judgmental World
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There seems to be a remarkable lack of grace in a world that claims tolerance as its highest value, doesn’t there? That’s because tolerance isn’t really the value; autonomy is. But autonomy, we’ll see, is a dead-end street. Grace, on the other hand, is a breath of freshness in a rotting world. When grace is…
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The Genius of Paul’s Plan
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Jesus identified the problem. It’s not that men don’t want to meet Him. But there are just not enough men to make a credible introduction. Jesus also identified the solution—what we call the Great Commission. But it was Paul who operationalized a plan to both safeguard the message and mobilize men to spread it from…
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What You Gain Through Reflection
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So far in this series Paul has told Timothy—and by extension, us—many “things.” Now, says Paul, it’s time to reflect and seek insight into these things. Who doesn’t want more spiritual insight? Yet we often miss the spiritual connections that are present in the common details of everyday life. How do we solve that problem?…
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Who Is This Jesus?
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We live in a culture less and less familiar with Jesus. It seems that first century Ephesus was equally unfamiliar with who Jesus is. The role, humanity, and deity of Christ was something Paul wanted Timothy to remember. It was the core of Christianity back then, and it’s the core of our faith today. We can’t…
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Can Your Loved One Lose Their Faith?
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Do you have a loved one who has walked away—or is thinking about walking away—from the Christian faith? Or thinking—or starting to think—about giving Christianity another chance? Virtually everyone who reads these sentences can say, “Yes.” If so, do you understand the bigger picture of what God is doing and how He works? For example:…
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How To Guide Younger Men
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The culture may have changed, but the core issues facing men never change. The pain points today are the same as they were 10, 20, 100, and 1000 years ago. But there’s a breakdown in the transfer of accumulated wisdom of seasoned men to the next generations. How do we solve that problem? In this…
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How To Live Clean in a Dirty World
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The church has always been a mixed bag of people. Some get swept up with the false teachings and broken promises of secular leaders, while others cleanse themselves of those things to be set apart, useful and prepared for the special purposes of God. Join Jeremy Schurke as we continue our study “Passing The Torch:…
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People Who Use Faith for Personal Gain
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Have you been hurt by another Christian or perhaps even a church leader? You remember how it felt to be caught off guard. And because no one prepared you to be on the lookout for such a thing, your faith was bruised, shaken, or worse. Now you’ve worked through the resulting crisis of faith and…
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Yes, You Will Be Persecuted
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In many parts of the world, persecution is epic, life-threatening, and biblical in scale. Fortunately, because of religious freedom, American Christians are more likely to be canceled than arrested, or to lose their job than their life. What is persecution? Should you expect it? How should you proceed if persecuted for your faith? Verses referenced…
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The Process of Making Disciples
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Who is God? What is He like? Can we have a relationship with Him? If so, how? How do we become godly men, husbands, and fathers? How can we find work that satisfies and honors God? What does God want us to do? What do we tell others? The process of answering these questions is…
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The Secret to Leaving a Legacy
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We all want to get to the end of our lives and think, “I did all I could. I’ve got nothing left. I gave it my all.” And we want God to look at us and tell us we lived in a way that pleased Him. So what do you need to do now to…
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Let’s Get In Trouble Together
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How would you describe the Apostle Paul? You might say leader, visionary, mission-focused, intentional, results-oriented, single-minded, driven, tireless, fearless, courageous, brilliant, theologian, field general. There’s no doubt Paul ranks among the most successful strategists in human history. But he didn’t do it alone! Join Patrick Morley and meet the original team responsible for the world…
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The Future of Making Disciples
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Have you found it difficult to find a spiritually mature man to walk with you and help you better understand your identity, the meaning of life, God, your purpose, character, and roles? If you’re spiritually mature, have you found it difficult to mobilize and walk alongside men who want help? God has provided an overarching…
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The Core Affections of the Heart
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Some would have you believe that different generations are now hopelessly out of touch with each other. But that’s just nonsense. Cultures change, but the core affections of the human heart never change. We all want the same things and have the same struggles. That’s why any man—from eighteen to eighty—can read the book of…
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Reconstruct How You Treat People
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People are angry. We all get that. But why has the world become so mean? And especially among so many who follow Christ? Today, it’s routine to hear disparaging labels and stereotypes spewed out with such vitriol that some of us are afraid to just be ourselves. The whole world (or so it seems) wants…
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A Man’s Pilgrimage in the 21st Century
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From Abraham to Israel to Jesus, Scripture is filled with pilgrimage stories. For centuries, Christians have embarked on reoccurring pilgrimages that formed the roads of Western Europe and birthed modern towns centered around Christian relics. Good morning, everybody. How are y’all feeling? How y’all doing? Great, great to hear. Well, I’m back again and we’re…
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42nd Annual Thanksgiving Prayer Breakfast: Eric Koeser
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Please watch a special edition of the Man in the Mirror Bible Study. Our Annual Thanksgiving Prayer Breakfastwith guest speaker Eric Koeser. Eric is an Entrepreneur and Franchise Expert. He is a founder and/or partner in several successful ventures including: BurgerFi Area Developer, Co-Creator HUMBL International, Co-Creator Amazing Explorers Academy (30+ locations throughout FL,TX, NJ…
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Re-Constructing Your Faith
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Do you know a man who is struggling with his faith? Confused, weary, burdened? If so, you’re not alone. Perhaps it’s a co-worker, family member, or even you. We’ve all heard that the numbers of de-churched, “dones,” and “nones” are skyrocketing. But what’s really going on, and what can you do about it? Join Patrick…
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Submit To God’s Role in Your Family
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In this series, we have touched on a number of aspects to manhood and marriage and today we would like to double click on what God says about the role of a man in a family. Whether you are married or hope to be married one day, God has given us a challenging yet compelling…
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Pursuing Life-Preserving Friendships
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One of God’s greatest and most tangible gifts to us is “foxhole friendship” in the battle of life! Friends who are willing to commit to each other, sacrifice their lives for another, and champion God’s calling on one’s life are invaluable. This kind of friendship takes risk and work but is a worthy investment! Join…
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Career Guidance for Baristas, Bankers, Fathers, and Friends
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An under-employed 28-year-old man confides in you, “I’m bored and restless. What’s the formula for finding work that satisfies?” What do you say? A hard-working-but-anxious man in his mid-30s asks you, “How can I make more money? I need to earn more money.” What do you say? A father of pre-teens asks you, “How do…
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DATING, MARRIAGE & FAMILY: On Being a Baby Daddy
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The world often encourages younger men to pursue their own happiness. When it comes to having a family—dating, marriage and fatherhood—there is a general sense of “do what’s best for you.” But what if I told you that the key to happiness in these important areas of a man’s life is not self-care, but sacrifice?…
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PURPOSE: You Were Made for This!
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What are you willing to give your life to? Not, what would you die for, but rather, what do you live for? Why are you here? The world gives us two rubrics for our purpose: build something—like wealth, reputation, or status; or find happiness—through comfort, affluence, or convenience. But ultimately, the world’s perspective leads nowhere. It’s like…
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IDENTITY: 5 Things You Get to Say About Yourself
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Jeremy Schurke kicked us off in week one with a stirring yet optimistic and hopeful portrait of the troubled road ahead for biblical manhood. Next, we turn our attention to the specific issues that have many men flummoxed, frustrated, anxious, and angry. First up is your identity. Who are you, really? Join Patrick Morley on…
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Sleeping Giants: Millennials, Boomers, and the Future of Men in the Church
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While popular culture exaggerates and exploits what divides the generations, Jeremy Schurke is passionate about bringing the generations together. As the pioneering leader of Mirror Labs, the R&D arm of Man in the Mirror, Jeremy is in the process of forming an inclusive network of leaders, thinkers, writers, researchers, and donors. Join Jeremy as he…
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Cultivating a Sensitivity to the Voice of the Spirit
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None of us want to walk around angry, mean, sad, anxious, impatient, unfaithful, snarky, or out of control. But that’s exactly what happens when we’re not in step with the Holy Spirit. Unless and until we fully understand how to stay in step with the Spirit, we will always be overly vulnerable to the voices…
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Christianity Is Not Multi-Level Marketing
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One of the most famous speeches ever given is found at the end of Matthew. “Go and make disciples…” it begins, and Christians and churches have been trying to follow this “Great Commission” ever since. But perhaps we’ve gotten a little bit off track. As core as “making disciples” is to the teachings of Jesus,…
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The Mystery of the Holy Spirit Revealed
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Every follower of Jesus became a believer through the work of the Holy Spirit. Our bodies are His temple. He is charged to take care of us. Yet many of us don’t walk in the power of the Spirit because of misconceptions. In some cases, what you learned created doubts and suspicion—and made you pull…
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How to Forgive Anyone for Anything
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When we feel like we’ve been wronged we all tend to lash out, withdraw, or both. And then we hurt the ones we care about the most. If unresolved, our psychological and spiritual wounds deepen. Emotional calluses and grudges develop. We become bitter, suspicious, distrusting, and it slowly begins to infect other relationships too—especially with…
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The Portrait of a Faithful Man
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What would you do if God dropped $10,000,000 in your lap? In this lesson we’re going to look at Jesus’ core teaching that addresses that exact question. You want to be successful. Every man does. Join Patrick Morley and learn or be reminded how God defines success. Let yourself be challenged to see the “bags…
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When You Pray…
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In the middle of the main sermon of the core teachings of Jesus, He suddenly pivots to prayer motivations. In Matthew 6:5-8, Jesus highlights some dos—and don’ts—for how we are to pray as children of God. Prayer, at its core, is simple communion with our Father in Heaven. Join Jeremy Schurke as we discuss how…
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Adopting the Mindset of Serving Others
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In training His twelve disciples, no theme is more prominent than how Jesus helped his followers work through their vanity, pride, and arguments about which of them was the greatest. As we will see in this lesson, that’s easier said than done! A major core teaching of Jesus is how you can transition from the…
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Answers to Your Questions About Suffering
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The world is awash in suffering: affliction, disease, death, hatred, war, anguish, trouble, sin, and tribulation of every kind. We all feel the weight of suffering’s emotions—distress, grief, sadness, anxiety, depression, worry, pain, and sorrow. Suffering is inevitable. Where are you suffering right now? For you it could be a broken relationship, a family issue,…
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Making Decisions That Reflect God’s Will
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Who wouldn’t love to see God’s will plainly spelled out for every decision? That’s not always possible, of course, but what if it’s easier than you think for most decisions? In this core teaching of Jesus, Patrick Morley will show you God’s way to discover His will. Learn how Jesus wants you to approach decisions…
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How You Can Love Someone Who Doesn’t Deserve It
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We all know we’re supposed to love one another. But how do you love someone when they don’t love you back, repeatedly manipulate or abuse you, consistently underperform, constantly put pressure on you, don’t respect boundaries, take advantage of your kindness, are negative and cranky, or repeatedly let you down? We all have people like…
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The Relationship Is More Important Than the Task
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Do you have a hard time carving out time to spend with God? Maybe you have an all-consuming job. Maybe you’re ambitious and don’t feel like you can afford to take the time. Perhaps you have a lot of people depending on you. You might not be convinced it will make that much difference in…
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The Most Important Thing
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One day Jesus was asked (in so many words), “Teacher, what’s the most important thing a man can do in his relationship with God?” Freeze frame. At that moment, Jesus knew He needed to answer carefully—the next words out of His mouth would be written down and repeated for thousands of years! He knew whatever…
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Quarterly Speaker Series Presents… Kris Den Besten
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Is there a barrier between your work and your faith? Not for Kris Den Besten. Kris is passionate about empowering marketplace leaders to thrive and live lives of significance through biblical principles. He is also the author of Shine: A Vision for Life and Work That Impacts Eternity. And as the Chairman of Vermeer Southeast,…
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An Ache for the Harvest
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This week we kick off a new 12-part series to look at the core teachings of Jesus. We’re going to explore 12 compelling problems that we all feel deeply, what Jesus teaches about how to solve them, and ways for each of us to respond. We’ll begin with a core teaching about the mission. Today’s…
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Why Did Paul Save This Warning for the End?
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Paul has laid out his understanding of the gospel and highlighted the themes that dominate the church even today: the centrality of the cross; the freedom from slavery to sin that the law cannot bring; and the availability of the gospel to all, Jew and Gentile. Now he has come to the end of his…
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Give People a Reason to Get Out of Bed
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As Paul was finishing up writing what has been called “the entire future of Christian theology,” why did he devote so much real estate to recognizing almost 30 people by name? Who were they, and why does it matter? Was that just a detour, or is there a deeper message for us? Join Patrick Morley…
