Church Awkwardness and the Beloved Potlucks

Holy Disruption

Christmas isn’t soft, sentimental, or sanitized. It’s a holy disruption—the moment God stepped into a broken world and flipped every expectation upside down. In this episode of the Exceptional Man Podcast, Chad and Tom unpack how the birth of Jesus wasn’t just a peaceful nativity—it was a strike against darkness, a confrontation of power, and the beginning of a rescue mission. With that, they talk about struggles with this season and how to recover from holiday fatigue. For more about RPM for men, go to ⁠www.rpmfm.org⁠ [www.rpmfm.org].  ⁠Exceptional Man of TikTok⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@exceptional.man06]  ⁠Exceptional Man of Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/rpmformen/] ⁠Exceptional Man of Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/RelevantPracticalMinistryforMen]

Is Political Silence a Sin?

Politics feels chaotic, divisive, and exhausting—but Christian men don’t get to sit this one out. In this episode of The Exceptional Man Podcast, we talk about why political engagement isn’t about partisanship—it’s about faithfulness. We break down why silence is dangerous, why leadership in the public square matters, and how godly men can influence culture with courage, wisdom, and conviction. This isn’t about telling you who to vote for. It’s about reminding you who you represent. If you’ve ever wondered how to navigate politics without losing your soul, your witness, or your sanity… this conversation is for you. Exceptional men don’t avoid hard things. They lead through them. For more about RPM for men, go to ⁠www.rpmfm.org⁠ [www.rpmfm.org].  ⁠Exceptional Man of TikTok⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@exceptional.man06]  ⁠Exceptional Man of Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/rpmformen/] ⁠Exceptional Man of Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/RelevantPracticalMinistryforMen]

Church Awkwardness and the Beloved Potlucks

Ever walked into a church lobby and immediately regretted your handshake strategy? Or tried to join a small group where everyone already has “their seat”? In this episode, Tom and Chad dive into the wonderfully weird world of church culture — from greeting team mishaps to the mystery of the “fellowship hug.” But beneath the laughs, we get real about why awkwardness isn’t the enemy — isolation is. We talk about how men can push past the discomfort to find genuine community, accountability, and brotherhood in a place that’s supposed to feel like home… even when it doesn’t at first. Expect some laughs, a few cringes, and a reminder that God designed us to belong — even when community gets weird. For more about RPM for men, go to ⁠www.rpmfm.org⁠ [www.rpmfm.org].  ⁠Exceptional Man of TikTok⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@exceptional.man06]  ⁠Exceptional Man of Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/rpmformen/] ⁠Exceptional Man of Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/RelevantPracticalMinistryforMen]

Everything is Training for Something

Every challenge you face is part of God’s preparation. The pain, the pressure, the discipline — it’s not random. It’s training. In this episode, Chad unpacks the truth that nothing is wasted when you walk with God. Using powerful Bible stories like David’s private battles, Joseph’s endurance, and Jesus training His disciples in the storm, we’ll see how God uses every season to build spiritual muscle and develop men who can stand firm under fire. This episode reminds you: The fight you’re in today is training for the mission God’s calling you to tomorrow. If you’re in a season that feels like boot camp, this one’s for you. For more about RPM for men, go to ⁠www.rpmfm.org⁠ [www.rpmfm.org].  ⁠Exceptional Man of TikTok⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@exceptional.man06]  ⁠Exceptional Man of Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/rpmformen/] ⁠Exceptional Man of Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/RelevantPracticalMinistryforMen]

RESPECT Brings Men Together

In this episode of The Exceptional Man Podcast, Tom Cheshire and Chad Zueck talk about sticky connections. Faith that lasts because it’s relational and transferable, not rigid and transactional. They explore how to build sticky friendships, sticky fellowship, and sticky discipleship in a culture that’s come unglued. Respect is a common language of every exceptional man. For more about RPM for men, go to ⁠www.rpmfm.org⁠ [www.rpmfm.org].  ⁠Exceptional Man of TikTok⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@exceptional.man06]  ⁠Exceptional Man of Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/rpmformen/] ⁠Exceptional Man of Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/RelevantPracticalMinistryforMen]