I never expected losing my highest-paying job would lead me to Home Depot.

After being abruptly let go as a Chief Development Officer, fear set in fast. Bills. Mortgage. Identity. I took a job as a Head Cashier making $13 an hour—and that’s where the Father met me in a way I didn’t expect.

In this episode of I Know a Guy, I share how the Father gently dismantled my belief that my worth was tied to my income—and how Home Depot became a place of ministry, healing, and unexpected Kingdom moments, including praying for a mom carrying the weight of her daughter’s addiction.

If you’ve ever felt defined by what you earn, what you do, or what you’ve lost—this episode is for you.

Bringing Kingdom helps men rediscover who they are as beloved sons of God and live from that truth - one conversation, one connection, one community at a time. Visit us at BringingKingdom.org and let's start a conversation.

Email Steve at: steve.cummings@bringingkingdom.org and let's hear your story.

As the Father shows you more and more of how He sees you through I Know a Guy podcast - and you are able, we'd deeply appreciate your "thank you" gift to Him. Give online to Bringing Kingdom and help the Kingdom of God advance - one conversation, one connection and one community at a time. Let's get more men to the Promised Land of living from their true identity!

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Why do the same arguments keep repeating?

Why do we shut down, lash out, or feel disconnected — even with the people we love most?

In Part Two of our shame series on I Know a Guy, we unpack how shame creates emotional cycles in our relationships and why most of us are reacting from protection, not intention. We’ll talk about how to recognize when shame is in the room, how to name it without blaming, and how living from our identity as beloved sons changes everything.

If you’re tired of repeating the same patterns and want to experience deeper connection, healing, and freedom, this episode will give you language — and hope.

Bringing Kingdom helps men rediscover who they are as beloved sons of God and live from that truth - one conversation, one connection, one community at a time. Visit us at BringingKingdom.org and let's start a conversation.

Email Steve at: steve.cummings@bringingkingdom.org and let's hear your story.

As the Father shows you more and more of how He sees you through I Know a Guy podcast - and you are able, we'd deeply appreciate your "thank you" gift to Him. Give online to Bringing Kingdom and help the Kingdom of God advance - one conversation, one connection and one community at a time. Let's get more men to the Promised Land of living from their true identity!

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Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by shame… guilt… or frustration with life and others? You’re not alone. In a world rocked by fear, anxiety, and isolation, many of us are playing the shame-blame game — pointing fingers, losing sight of the real enemy, and losing our identity in the process. But there’s hope.

Today on I Know a Guy, we talk about why shame has such power — and how, through the truth of who you are in Christ, you can send it back where it came from. No more blaming others. No more shrinking back. It’s time to rise into freedom and live from your true identity as a beloved son of the King.

Bringing Kingdom helps men rediscover who they are as beloved sons of God and live from that truth - one conversation, one connection, one community at a time. Visit us at BringingKingdom.org and let's start a conversation.

Email Steve at: steve.cummings@bringingkingdom.org and let's hear your story.

As the Father shows you more and more of how He sees you through I Know a Guy podcast - and you are able, we'd deeply appreciate your "thank you" gift to Him. Give online to Bringing Kingdom and help the Kingdom of God advance - one conversation, one connection and one community at a time. Let's get more men to the Promised Land of living from their true identity!

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Today on I Know a Guy, we are diving into something we all struggle with: anxiety, fear, and the noise of life.

For years, I prayed out of obligation — saying the right words, trying to check a box. But real peace came when I learned to pause. That’s right — simple, intentional pauses that help you surrender your thoughts, fears, and worries to Jesus.

If life feels chaotic or your heart feels unsettled, this episode is for you.

Bringing Kingdom helps men rediscover who they are as beloved sons of God and live from that truth - one conversation, one connection, one community at a time. Visit us at BringingKingdom.org and let's start a conversation.

Email Steve at: steve.cummings@bringingkingdom.org and let's hear your story.

As the Father shows you more and more of how He sees you through I Know a Guy podcast - and you are able, we'd deeply appreciate your "thank you" gift to Him. Give online to Bringing Kingdom and help the Kingdom of God advance - one conversation, one connection and one community at a time. Let's get more men to the Promised Land of living from their true identity!

Bringing Kingdom is an IRS approved 501(c)3 and governed by a Board of Directors.

Conflict. Misunderstanding. Distance from the people we love most. We all know what fractured relationships feel like — and we all want the pain to stop.

But what if the antidote isn’t logic, proof or being right? On this episode of I Know a Guy, we’re exploring a powerful truth: that pausing, choosing love, and valuing relationship over being right can transform the way we connect with others. It’s real, it’s practical — and it matters. Don’t miss it.

Bringing Kingdom helps men rediscover who they are as beloved sons of God and live from that truth - one conversation, one connection, one community at a time. Visit us at BringingKingdom.org and let's start a conversation.

Email Steve at: steve.cummings@bringingkingdom.org and let's hear your story.

As the Father shows you more and more of how He sees you through I Know a Guy podcast - and you are able, we'd deeply appreciate your "thank you" gift to Him. Give online to Bringing Kingdom and help the Kingdom of God advance - one conversation, one connection and one community at a time. Let's get more men to the Promised Land of living from their true identity!

Bringing Kingdom is an IRS approved 501(c)3 and governed by a Board of Directors.

What happens when the life you built—your faith, your reputation, your “calling”—comes crashing down?

In this special I Know a Guy redemptive stories episode, host Steve Cummings sits down with Drew Powell, a pastor’s kid who grew up in church, led worship, and worked in what he calls “the family business.” From the outside, it looked solid. God-centered. Successful.

But underneath, Drew was losing himself.

Addiction, hidden pain, and unresolved identity eventually led to a full-on life crash—one that landed him at Valiant Living, where everything he thought he knew about God, faith, and himself was stripped away.

What emerged on the other side wasn’t behavior modification or religious performance—but the discovery of his true identity as a beloved son.

This is a raw, honest conversation for men who feel stuck, tired of pretending, or quietly afraid their story is too broken to be redeemed.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Who am I really—when everything else falls apart?”

This episode is for you.

Resources mentioned on today's podcast:

1. Valiant Living. Men's addiction treatment program.

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Are you living life at 100mph—so fast you miss the people and moments that matter?

Today on I Know a Guy, we’ll uncover a different rhythm: one where your heart stops chasing and starts being known.

We live in a culture of speed, comparison, and constant motion—but deep connection happens at a slower pace. What would happen if you walked at God’s speed?

Learn practical ways to slow down, deepen relationships, and discover your true identity—not in what you do, but in who you are.

Watch. Reflect. Be present. And let your heart finally be known.

Resources mentioned on today's podcast:

"Godspeed: The Pace of Being Known."

About Steve Cummings:

• Experience: 42 years of mentoring and pastoral counseling with men’s groups in Southern California and now Georgia.

• Education: Masters of Divinity from Denver Seminary; certified by the Georgia Board of Examiners as a Pastoral Counselor; Certified Professional Coach; Identity Exchange Catalyst.

Are you or someone you struggling with a "father eclipse"? I know a guy who can help. Book some time with Steve and walk this journey with him.

Bringing Kingdom helps men rediscover who they are as beloved sons of God and live from that truth - one conversation, one connection, one community at a time.. Visit us at BringingKingdom.org and let's start a conversation.

Jesus boiled life down to two things: Love God. Love others as you love yourself. But what does it really mean to love yourself — and how does that empower you to love others well?

Today on I Know a Guy, we dive into the heart of that command. You’ll hear how your identity as a Beloved Son of the King isn’t just theology — it’s the foundation for real, simple, everyday love. We explore grace, acceptance, and practical ways to bless the people around you — even the difficult ones.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by life, unsure how to love well, or weighted down by performance — this episode is for you. Join us as we unpack what it means to live out Jesus’s command in real life. Listen now and discover how loving others can be as natural as loving yourself.

About Steve Cummings:

• Experience: 42 years of mentoring and pastoral counseling with men’s groups in Southern California and now Georgia.

• Education: Masters of Divinity from Denver Seminary; certified by the Georgia Board of Examiners as a Pastoral Counselor; Certified Professional Coach; Identity Exchange Catalyst.

Are you or someone you struggling with a "father eclipse"? I know a guy who can help. Book some time with Steve and walk this journey with him.

Bringing Kingdom helps men rediscover who they are as beloved sons of God and live from that truth - one conversation, one connection, one community at a time.. Visit us at BringingKingdom.org and let's start a conversation.