Shaping Shepherds

Buried and Raised: Biblical Manhood in Today’s Culture | Dying to Sin, Living for Christ & Brotherhood

After attending the Buried and Raised Men’s Conference, this episode of Shaping Shepherds dives into what it truly means for men to die to sin and live by the Spirit in today’s culture. We talk about the pressures modern men face, why biblical masculinity is under attack, and how real strength includes humility, accountability, and vulnerability among brothers in Christ. This isn’t about surface-level change—it’s about transformation. We unpack the lifelong process of sanctification, the daily fight against sin, and why men need each other to stay grounded in faith. True manhood isn’t found in isolation or pride, but in surrender to Christ and unity with other men pursuing Him. If you’re a man seeking purpose, clarity, and spiritual growth—or looking to lead your family and community with strength and conviction—this conversation is for you. Die to sin. Live by the Spirit. Don’t give up the ship. 🔔 Subscribe & Share If this encouraged you, share it with someone who’s walking through the same questions. Let’s grow together and bring one more person closer to Christ. Follow Both Podcasts Under the Shepherds Table (More Info Coming Soon) @thehonorboundbrotherhood @ShapingShepherds Follow Jonathan at: https://www.youtube.com/@thehonorboundbrotherhood Follow Jesse at: Follow Ray at: . #ShapingShepherds #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #Faith #TrustGod #ChristianMen #Discipleship #JesusChrist #NewBeliever #Easter #FaithJourney #WalkWithChrist #JesusSaves #Discipleship #ChristianMen #BibleStudy

Our First Easter as Christians | What Changed?

In this episode of Shaping Shepherds, we talk through our first Easter as believers—what it means to us now, what’s changed, and what we’re still learning about the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This is an honest, unscripted conversation between three men learning Scripture out loud—no hype, no performance—just real faith, real questions, and real growth. If you’re new to faith, returning to Christ, or trying to understand the Bible for real, this conversation is for you. Mission: bring one more to Christ If you’re new to faith, struggling, or just trying to figure it out—you’re not alone. 🔔 Subscribe & Share If this encouraged you, share it with someone who’s walking through the same questions. Let’s grow together and bring one more person closer to Christ. Follow Both Podcasts Under the Shepherds Table (More Info Coming Soon) @thehonorboundbrotherhood @ShapingShepherds Follow Jonathan at: https://www.youtube.com/@thehonorboundbrotherhood Follow Jesse at: Follow Ray at: . #ShapingShepherds #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #Faith #TrustGod #ChristianMen #Discipleship #JesusChrist #NewBeliever #Easter #FaithJourney #WalkWithChrist #JesusSaves #Discipleship #ChristianMen #BibleStudy

From Palm Sunday to Easter | Our First Walk with Christ

This is our first Easter as new Christians. No church background. No tradition to fall back on. Just men learning Scripture out loud, walking this out as brothers, and figuring out what it actually means to follow Christ… not just talk about Him. From Palm Sunday to the cross to the empty tomb, this isn’t just a story—it’s everything. We’re learning to walk with Christ daily, carry our cross, and live this out for real. If you’re new to faith, struggling, or just trying to figure it out—you’re not alone. 🔔 Subscribe & Share If this encouraged you, share it with someone who’s walking through the same questions. Let’s grow together and bring one more person closer to Christ. Follow Both Podcasts Under the Shepherds Table (More Info Coming Soon) @thehonorboundbrotherhood @ShapingShepherds Follow Jonathan at: https://www.youtube.com/@thehonorboundbrotherhood Follow Jesse at: Follow Ray at: . #ShapingShepherds #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #Faith #TrustGod #ChristianMen #Discipleship #JesusChrist #NewBeliever #Easter #FaithJourney #WalkWithChrist #JesusSaves #Discipleship #ChristianMen #BibleStudy

What Do We Do When We Don’t Understand the Bible? | James 1:5–8

What do you do when you don’t understand the Bible?Do you skip it… or do you lean in?In this episode of Shaping Shepherds, we have a real, honest conversation about confusion in Scripture—something every believer faces. Whether you’re new in your faith or have been walking with Christ for years, there are moments where God’s Word doesn’t fully make sense.But the Bible gives us direction.James 1:5 reminds us that if we lack wisdom, we should ask God—and He gives it generously.Proverbs 3:5–6 calls us to trust in the Lord with all our heart and not rely on our own understanding.This episode is about learning to seek God first, ask real questions, and trust Him even when we don’t have all the answers.🔑 What You’ll Take AwayWhat to do when Scripture feels confusingHow to ask God for wisdom with faithWhy trusting God matters more than immediate understandingHow to grow as a disciple through honest questions📖 Scriptures DiscussedJames 1:5–8Proverbs 3:5–6⚔️ TakeawayGod isn’t asking you to understand everything immediately—He’s asking you to trust Him completely.🔔 Subscribe & ShareIf this encouraged you, share it with someone who’s walking through the same questions. Let’s grow together and bring one more person closer to Christ.Follow Both Podcasts Under the Shepherds Table (More Info Coming Soon) @thehonorboundbrotherhood @ShapingShepherds Follow Jonathan at: https://www.youtube.com/@thehonorboundbrotherhoodFollow Jesse at: Follow Ray at: #ShapingShepherds #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #Faith #James1 #TrustGod #ChristianMen #Discipleship #JesusChrist

The Parable of the Sower | Examining the Condition of Our Hearts (Matthew 13)

In this episode of Shaping Shepherds, we walk through Jesus’ Parable of the Sower in Matthew 13:1–23 and explore how the condition of the human heart affects how we receive God’s truth. Jesus describes four types of soil that represent different responses to the Word of God: hardened hearts, shallow faith, distracted lives, and hearts that truly receive the truth and bear fruit. This conversation challenges us to ask an honest question: What kind of soil is my heart? Our mission is simple: Just One More—one more person brought closer to Christ.