Ep.12, Season 1 - 5 Proverbs Every Man Needs This Summer | Guarding Your Heart, Pride & the Power of Words

Ep.12, Season 1 - 5 Proverbs Every Man Needs This Summer | Guarding Your Heart, Pride & the Power of Words

In this episode of Deeper in the Red — the podcast companion to our men's Bible study, Operating in the Red — Gene and James kick off the summer season with five practical Proverbs every man can commit to memory and live out year-round. Summer brings travel, vacations, and busy schedules that can pull us away from the vine. This conversation is about staying rooted no matter where life takes you. We unpack five short, powerful verses and the real-world wisdom behind them: * Proverbs 1:7 — Why the fear of the Lord is the foundation of all true knowledge * Proverbs 4:23 — Guarding your heart, because everything you do flows from it * Proverbs 27:17 — How iron sharpens iron through godly friendship and friction * Proverbs 12:11 — Diligent work vs. chasing fantasies, and what "working your land" really means * Proverbs 16:18 — Pride goes before destruction, and how to fight it with humility * Proverbs 18:21 — The tongue holds the power of life and death Along the way we get into the difference between God being disappointed in us versus hurt for us, why there's no condemnation in Christ, the trap of shame from the enemy, and a practical challenge to speak life into five people this week. This week's challenge — say these to 5 different people: 1. "I believe in you." 2. "I'm proud of who you're becoming." 3. "You're not alone in this." 4. "I was wrong — please forgive me." 5. "Let's build something meaningful together." Grab a Bible, take some notes, and join us as we dig into God's Word together. New episodes monthly. Subscribe so you don't miss the next study.

Ep.11, Season 1 - Deeper in the RED

In this special Easter edition, hosts James Durham and Gene Thompson take a deeper look at what's often covered only at a surface level during Holy Week — the seven final statements of Jesus Christ from the cross. Drawing from that morning's Operating in the Red Bible study, James and Gene walk through each statement with honesty, personal reflection, and a genuine desire to go beyond the highlight reel of Easter Sunday. From the radical forgiveness of Luke 23:34, to the promise made to the thief on the cross, to the gut-wrenching cry of Matthew 27:46 — "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" — the guys unpack not just the theology, but what these moments mean for real life today. They tackle heavy questions: Can you lose your salvation? Is God disappointed in you when you fail? What does it really mean that it is finished? This episode is raw, personal, and full of the kind of conversation that happens when two guys who don't have it all figured out decide to go deeper anyway — and that's exactly the point. Happy Easter. He is risen.

Ep.10, Season 1 - Deeper in the RED

On this episode of Deeper in the Red, the conversation centers around self-reflection, humility, and staying grounded in your faith. The discussion explores what it means to remain true to who you are as life and responsibilities grow. From vision and personal growth to humility and openness, this episode highlights how faith can guide the way we live, lead, and continue learning along the journey. It's a reminder that growth isn't just about moving forward — it's about staying humble, staying open, and remaining rooted in the values that shape who we are.

Ep.9, Season 1 - Deeper in the RED

In this powerful episode of Deeper in the Red, we sit down with special guest Morris Morrison — a dynamic business leader, motivational speaker, and a man of unwavering faith. Morris shares his journey of leadership, resilience, and purpose, as well as what it means to fully trust God's calling in both life and business. As he prepares to be inducted into the West Virginia Hall of Fame, he reflects on how faith has shaped his success and grounded his leadership. On this podcast we believe business and scripture are not separate paths. When we align our work with God's Word, we grow stronger as leaders, families, and communities. This conversation dives into how purpose is not accidental — it is created and cultivated by God. God creates purpose in our lives. The question is — are we walking in it?

Ep.8, Season 1 - Deeper in the RED

In this episode of Deeper in the Red, we sit down for an honest conversation about what it really means to love and lead our wives in a Christ-centered way. As men, we acknowledge that none of us lives up perfectly to the biblical standard of marriage. That's why we point back to Jesus Christ — the only one who was perfect — and the grace and forgiveness we have through Him. We talk about practical truths that challenge us, open our eyes, and encourage us to grow into more Christ-like husbands. This episode is about humility, growth, and the daily commitment to becoming better men through faith.