160. Beyond the Mirror: Redefining Identity After Adversity.

161. How to Hear the Voice of God with Pastor Robby Gallaty.

Every so often, a conversation deserves another listen—not because it's familiar, but because its message meets us in a fresh way when we need it most. We're honored to feature Robby Gallaty, pastor of Long Hollow Church in Hendersonville, Tennessee, whose simple act of obedience became the catalyst for a remarkable movement of spontaneous baptisms. After recently joining our ISI Brotherhood Roundtable, Robby shared biblical wisdom that continues to challenge and encourage the men in our community—and we're excited to make this conversation available once again. What if the greatest obstacle to hearing God isn't what's happening around you... but what's happening within you? In this episode, Robby introduces the powerful biblical concept of emunah—a faith marked by steadfast trust, loyalty, and unwavering obedience. He explains how cultivating silence, immersing yourself in Scripture, and responding faithfully to God's prompting sharpen your spiritual discernment and strengthen your leadership. You'll also discover how pride, comparison, fear, and distraction can quietly drown out God's voice—and what it looks like to clear the clutter so you can follow Him with confidence. Whether you're facing an important decision, navigating uncertainty, or simply longing for a deeper relationship with God, this conversation is a timely reminder that God still speaks to those who intentionally make room to listen. Key Takeaways: *  Discover the biblical meaning of emunah and how it shapes everyday faith.  *  Learn practical ways to recognize God's voice with greater confidence.  *  Identify the distractions that cloud spiritual discernment.  *  Develop rhythms of silence, Scripture, and obedience.  *  Lead from God's direction instead of your own assumptions.  *  Respond with courage when God calls you to take the next step.  The clearest direction often comes after we've quieted the loudest distractions. * Connect with ISI Brothers: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/ [https://www.isibrotherhood.com/] * Join the ISI Community: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community [https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0-w_pxXAZVcMzs-4d_cZbd9ulkRqp9I7eXr4R83sBhe4g_S1WHfJMj1tI_aem_Xii-qv1at1Zb8UBR1kT8lw] * Big A's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3Syy8UgS2nFuhGA9oy9_M-AaevDMqJuQnBbrZDzwBgqUEXAcOiAOEhkig_aem_Kvlz-IrzS9j4dEjfrKCIFQ] * Explore more from Pastor Robby Gallaty and watch his sermons at: https://longhollow.com/ [https://longhollow.com/]

160. Beyond the Mirror: Redefining Identity After Adversity.

Some stories deserve another moment because the lessons they carry meet us differently depending on the season we're in. This conversation is one of those. What do you do when life changes overnight? For Terry Healey, it began with what seemed like a small bump behind his nose. Within months, he was facing a rare cancer diagnosis, life-altering surgery, and a future he never could have imagined. But while the physical battle was significant, the greatest transformation happened beneath the surface. In this conversation, Terry shares how faith, gratitude, and the people who refused to let him hide behind insecurity became the foundation for rebuilding not only his health—but his identity. Out of that journey came REBAR—a practical framework for developing resilience that can be applied whether you're navigating a health crisis, business setback, leadership challenge, or personal disappointment. You'll learn why resilience isn't something you're born with. It's something you intentionally build through daily habits of reflection, surrounding yourself with the right people, taking courageous action, and continually renewing your perspective. More than a story of surviving hardship, this episode is about discovering that adversity doesn't have the final word. When you choose to grow through your trials instead of merely getting through them, pain can become one of your greatest teachers. If you're walking through a difficult season—or leading someone who is—this conversation offers both practical tools and lasting hope. Key Takeaways: *  Why resilience is built through intentional daily habits.  *  Learn the REBAR Framework: Reflect, Build, Act, and Renew.  *  Discover how gratitude shifts your perspective in adversity.  *  Build support systems that strengthen you when life gets hard.  *  Turn setbacks into opportunities for growth and purpose.  *  Lead with hope, courage, and faith—no matter the challenge.  Your circumstances may shape your story, but they never have to define your future.

159. The Mentee’s Posture: How Humility Unlocks Growth: Part 2.

We're continuing a conversation that's too important to leave behind—because lasting transformation isn't built in a single moment. It's forged through consistent choices, honest accountability, and a willingness to keep growing. In Part 2 of Bret's journey, we explore why real coaching isn't about quick answers—it's about having someone who knows your story well enough to challenge your blind spots. When advice is rooted in relationship, it carries the context needed to produce lasting change. Bret shares how easy it is for leaders to drift into "good enough" and settle into maintenance mode. Left unchecked, comfort quietly replaces growth. But intentional accountability has helped him stay focused on his greatest strengths while protecting what matters most—his faith, his family, and his purpose. You'll also discover practical rhythms that have kept his life aligned through every season: regular conversations with his wife, personal check-ins to evaluate priorities, and simple family traditions that create shared vision instead of competing agendas. Perhaps the most powerful part of this episode is Bret's story of reconciliation with his father. Through difficult conversations, humility, and perseverance, a relationship once marked by distance found healing. That breakthrough didn't just restore a family—it removed barriers that had quietly affected every other area of his life and leadership. This conversation is a reminder that your greatest breakthroughs rarely come from a new strategy. They come from the courage to face what you've been avoiding and the discipline to keep showing up. Key Takeaways: *  Why long-term coaching produces deeper, lasting transformation.  *  Recognize the warning signs of "maintenance mode."  *  Build simple habits that keep your family and priorities aligned.  *  Understand how unresolved relationships can limit your leadership.  *  Learn why accountability fuels growth while isolation breeds complacency.  *  Design your future with intentionality instead of simply reacting to life.  If Part 1 challenged the way you think about mentorship, Part 2 shows what faithful accountability looks like over time—and why the strongest leaders never stop growing. * Connect with ISI Brothers: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/ [https://www.isibrotherhood.com/] * Join the ISI Community: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community [https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0-w_pxXAZVcMzs-4d_cZbd9ulkRqp9I7eXr4R83sBhe4g_S1WHfJMj1tI_aem_Xii-qv1at1Zb8UBR1kT8lw] * Big A's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3Syy8UgS2nFuhGA9oy9_M-AaevDMqJuQnBbrZDzwBgqUEXAcOiAOEhkig_aem_Kvlz-IrzS9j4dEjfrKCIFQ] * Bret's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bret-barnhart [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bret-barnhart-027a4821/]

158. The Mentor’s Seat: Why Pouring Into Others Changes Everything: Part 1.

Some conversations are worth hearing again because the principles they carry never lose their value. This is one of them. What happens when you commit to meeting with the same mentor every week for over a decade? In this candid conversation, Bret opens up about his 12-year mentorship journey with Aaron Walker and how a single relationship reshaped every area of his life. What began as business coaching became something far greater—a brotherhood that challenged his thinking, refined his leadership, strengthened his marriage, and deepened his faith. Bret shares how he went from leading with control and intensity to leading with humility, trust, and grace. Along the way, he discovered that the best business decisions aren't always the most profitable—they're the ones that protect what matters most. You'll also hear the unforgettable story behind the "$1,157-a-night camper" and how one honest conversation led to a decision that brought greater clarity, freedom, and alignment with his priorities. Mentorship isn't about having someone tell you what to do. It's about walking through life's uncertainties with someone who's already traveled the road ahead—someone who can help you avoid unnecessary detours and keep your focus on what truly matters. If you've ever wondered whether one relationship could change the trajectory of your business, family, and faith, this conversation makes a compelling case that it can. Key Takeaways: *  Why consistent mentorship produces lasting transformation.  *  The difference between having advice and having someone who truly knows you.  *  How accountability brings clarity to business and personal decisions.  *  Why success should be measured by more than profit.  *  The impact of strong mentorship on your marriage, family, and legacy.  *  How faithful brotherhood helps you lead with wisdom, humility, and purpose.  Ready to find the kind of brotherhood that sharpens you? Join the ISI Brotherhood community and discover what walking alongside the right men can do for your business, family, and spiritual life. * Connect with ISI Brothers: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/ [https://www.isibrotherhood.com/] * Join the ISI Community: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community [https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0-w_pxXAZVcMzs-4d_cZbd9ulkRqp9I7eXr4R83sBhe4g_S1WHfJMj1tI_aem_Xii-qv1at1Zb8UBR1kT8lw] * Big A's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3Syy8UgS2nFuhGA9oy9_M-AaevDMqJuQnBbrZDzwBgqUEXAcOiAOEhkig_aem_Kvlz-IrzS9j4dEjfrKCIFQ] * Bret's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bret-barnhart [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bret-barnhart-027a4821/]

157. A Journey from Success to Significance

If you've ever built something great and still felt like something was missing — this conversation was made for you. We're revisiting this episode because Derek Champagne's story is one that doesn't lose its weight with time. Derek grew up in a teepee, raised by former hippies turned Christians who opened their home to dozens of foster children. From that unconventional foundation, he built a life driven by hustle and heart — managing bands at 11, chasing success in Hollywood, then pivoting through window washing, cookie distribution, and marketing as the music industry shifted beneath his feet. On paper, he was winning. Inside, he was unraveling. Depression and a deep sense of isolation caught up with Derek in a corporate cubicle — a far cry from the freedom he'd always chased. What pulled him out wasn't another business breakthrough. It was brotherhood. It was purpose. It was Iron Sharpens Iron. Derek opens up about one of his biggest fears along the way: that growing spiritually might cost him his edge as an entrepreneur. What he found instead was the opposite — that authentic community and a life aligned with meaning didn't quiet his drive. It sharpened it. Now, alongside Aaron Walker, Derek helps other men walk the same road from achievement to something deeper. If you're mid-career and quietly reassessing what it's all for — or just starting out and wanting to build with intention from day one — don't miss this one. Ready to stop doing life and business alone? Join the brotherhood at isibrotherhood.com/community. Connect: * Connect with ISI Brothers: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/ [https://www.isibrotherhood.com/] * Join the ISI Community: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community [https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community] * Big A's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/] * Derek's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theartistevolution/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/theartistevolution/]