Sex, Temptation, & Self-Control | The Real Battle

Sex, Temptation, & Self-Control | The Real Battle

WHEW! This episode was honest, hilarious, and completely unfiltered. Joined by special guests Lowell Evans and Tokida Lomax, we unpack Chapter 9 of If Not: Making Peace With God's Timing and dive headfirst into one of the biggest battles believers face: temptation. Nothing was off limits. We talked about soul ties, singleness, masturbation, dating, marriage, boundaries, and the ongoing struggle between willpower and God's strength. We shared where we've overcome, where we're still growing, and the practical steps we take to resist temptation and pursue holiness. One of the biggest takeaways? You can't truly know where you stand until your faith is tested. Growth happens when temptation shows up and you choose God anyway. This episode is full of laughter, transparency, conviction, and truth. Grab your copy of If Not: Making Peace With God's Timing today from the author herself, Jasmine S. Styles. Books can be purchased at https://www.jasminestylesconsulting.com/shop-1 [https://www.jasminestylesconsulting.com/shop-1] #IfNotBookClub #SelfControl #Temptation #MansGloryPodcast

The Roster Redefined | Talking, Dating, & Being Intentional

This episode was filled with wisdom ,laughter, transparency, and purpose! Our special guest, Robin Witherspoon, joined us to discuss Chapter 8 of If Not: Making Peace With God's Timing, and she came PREPARED—with her personalized, annotated copy of the book and a list of questions ready to challenge Jazz. Robin shared her journey of spending her younger years raising six children, building a family, and navigating marriage. Now, after 10 years of being single and abstinent, she has embraced what she calls her 3 F's: Faith, Family, and Finances. Together, we explore the difference between the world's idea of a "roster" and what this chapter calls a spiritual roster—building connections without creating unhealthy attachments, learning intentionality in dating, setting boundaries, and understanding that intimacy is much more than physical or sexual. This episode is packed with practical wisdom for singles at every stage of life who desire to honor God while navigating relationships. #IfNotBookClub #SingleWithPurpose #ChristianDating #MansGloryPodcast

Single on Purpose | Not Waiting... Positioned

This episode was hilarious, honest, and full of spirited debate! Our special guest, Marvin Blackmon, brought his trademark opinions, strong convictions, and plenty of pushback as we unpacked Chapter 7 of If Not: Making Peace With God's Timing. What started as a conversation about singleness quickly turned into a lively discussion about soul mates, God's design for relationships, dating, and whether being single is truly a choice or simply a season. While Marvin boldly declared that he's single—but not on purpose—he also challenged some of Jazz's views on God's intentionality in relationships. Between the laughs and debates, we explored what it means to be positioned rather than waiting, trusting God while remaining active in your growth, and understanding the differences between men and women when it comes to dating and relationships. This episode proves that sometimes the best conversations happen when people don't completely agree. It is not too late to grab your copy of If Not. The personalized book and goodies can be purchased directly from my website at https://www.jasminestylesconsulting.com/shop-1 [https://www.jasminestylesconsulting.com/shop-1] and via Amazon. #IfNotBookClub #SingleOnPurpose #GodsTiming #MansGloryPodcast

Why I Didn't Compromise | Choosing God Over Desire

This episode was powerful, honest, and filled with wisdom. In Episode 6 of the If Not Book Club, we welcomed special guest Mrs. Wanda McClinton, and she absolutely delivered. As we unpack Chapter 6, we dive into one of the most important questions a believer can ask: When is compromise appropriate, and when does it become costly? Mrs. McClinton shared a profound insight—that there are two places where compromise often appears: dating and marriage. One requires discernment before commitment, while the other requires grace, communication, and unity after commitment. We discuss how compromise reveals your values, your standards, your priorities, and ultimately the direction of your relationships. This conversation was fun, electrifying, therapeutic, and full of practical wisdom. Sometimes choosing God over desire means saying no to what you want today so you can receive what God has for you tomorrow. Grab your copy of If Not: Making Peace With God's Timing from me at https://www.jasminestylesconsulting.com/shop-1 [https://www.jasminestylesconsulting.com/shop-1] in all formats. #IfNotBookClub #ChoosingGodOverDesire #Compromise #MansGloryPodcast

Deal or No Deal | Knowing When to Walk Away

This episode was REAL, hilarious, passionate, and packed with wisdom. In Episode 5 of the If Not Book Club, we welcomed special guest Elder James L. Styles III as we unpacked Chapter 5: Deal or No Deal. Between the laughter, corny jokes, and honest moments, we discussed the importance of knowing who you are, what you stand for, and why boundaries matter. Because if you stand for nothing, you’ll fall for anything. We talk about how compromising your standards is ultimately disrespecting yourself and what God has for you. Elder Styles brought a powerful male perspective as we tackled accountability, growth, change, and the false narratives society pushes—like “people can’t change” or “once a cheater, always a cheater.” This conversation tied perfectly into the previous chapter on boundaries and challenged listeners to stop settling and start walking in purpose and discipline. #IfNotBookClub #DealOrNoDeal #Boundaries #MansGloryPodcast