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NEWEST EPISODE • Sep 30, 2026

When Have You Had to Stand Alone?

What do you do when standing for what you believe means standing alone?In Episode 24, the men share personal experiences of holding firm when the people around them disagreed, criticized, or refused to stand with them. They discuss the pressure to remain silent, the cost of conviction, and the courage it takes to openly live out your faith.This honest conversation reminds us that doing what is right will not always make us popular. Sometimes faithfulness means refusing to compromise, trusting Go

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25 EPISODES
EPISODE 25Sep 30, 2026

When Have You Had to Stand Alone?

What do you do when standing for what you believe means standing alone?In Episode 24, the men share personal experiences of holding firm when the people around them disagreed, criticized, or refused to stand with them. They discuss the pressure to remain silent, the cost of conviction, and the courage it takes to openly live out your faith.This honest conversation reminds us that doing what is right will not always make us popular. Sometimes faithfulness means refusing to compromise, trusting Go

EPISODE 24Sep 23, 2026

When Did You Know It Was Time For A Change?

How do you know when it’s time for a change?In Episode 23, the men share personal stories about changes in their faith, careers, families, churches, and seasons of life. They discuss the struggle of leaving what feels familiar, recognizing when something is no longer working, and following God even when the next step does not make sense.This honest conversation reminds us that change is not always good or bad—but it is unavoidable. The key is learning to listen to the Holy Spirit, trust God with

EPISODE 23Sep 16, 2026

When Did You Have to Push Through Fear?

What do you do when fear tells you to stop?In Episode 22, the men share personal stories about facing serious health scares, serving in Vietnam, walking through a loved one’s cancer diagnosis, taking big risks, and stepping into the unknown. They also discuss how fear can affect our faith, our families, and the decisions we make.This honest conversation reminds us that courage does not mean we are never afraid. It means trusting God, leaning on the people around us, and continuing to move forwar

EPISODE 22Sep 9, 2026

When Did You Finally Say, “I Need Help”?

Why is it so hard for men to say, “I need help”?In Episode 21, the men share personal stories about the moments when pride finally gave way to humility. From depression and PTSD to financial struggles, devastating hurricanes, and personal failure, they discuss what happened when they realized they couldn’t make it on their own.This honest conversation reminds us that asking for help isn’t weakness. Sometimes it is the first step toward healing, growth, and allowing God to work through the people

EPISODE 21Sep 2, 2026

What Kind of Man Do You Hope People Describe at Your Funeral?

In Episode 20 of The Co-Op Men’s Podcast, the guys wrestle with a question every man eventually has to face:What kind of man do you hope people describe at your funeral?The conversation starts with legacy. When your life is over, will people remember your accomplishments, your possessions, and your success—or will they remember a man who loved his family, served others, lived out his faith, and pointed people toward Jesus?The guys talk honestly about pride, finishing life well, what they still h

EPISODE 20Aug 26, 2026

When Did You Feel Like A Failure?

In Episode 19 of The Co-Op Men’s Podcast, the guys take on a question every man has had to face at some point:When did you feel like a failure?The conversation gets personal as the guys talk about failures in marriage, parenting, ministry, relationships, decision-making, and even moments from decades ago that still stick with them.They discuss how failure can expose pride, poor judgment, a lack of thoughtfulness, or times when we simply got ahead of God. They also talk about the danger of lettin

EPISODE 19Aug 19, 2026

What Does Your Wife See That You Don't?

In Episode 18 of The Co-Op Men’s Podcast, the guys tackle the question: What does your wife see that you don’t?From reading people and spotting problems before they happen to recognizing opportunities, bringing a different perspective, and noticing things men often overlook, the conversation turns into an honest look at the value of a wife’s voice in a man’s life.The guys talk about women’s intuition, why husbands sometimes ignore it, and the lessons they’ve learned—sometimes the hard way—about

EPISODE 18Aug 12, 2026

What Makes a Great Education?

What does it really mean to be educated? Is it a diploma, a degree, learning a trade—or something much bigger?In Episode 17 of The Co-Op Men's Podcast, the guys talk about the education that happens both inside and outside the classroom. They share personal stories about teachers, bosses, mentors, parents, and life experiences that taught them lessons they never could have learned from a textbook.The conversation covers the importance of learning how to learn, hands-on experience, continuing

EPISODE 17Aug 5, 2026

When Have You Had to Work Alongside Someone Who Didn't Believe Like You?

In a world that often says disagreement means division, how should Christians respond?In Episode 16 of The Co-Op Men's Podcast, the guys share personal experiences of working alongside people with different beliefs, values, and worldviews. They discuss how to stand firm in biblical truth while still treating others with respect, kindness, and genuine love.The conversation explores what it means to be "in the world but not of the world," balancing conviction with compassion, navigat

EPISODE 16Jul 29, 2026

When Have You Been Mad at God?

Life has a way of asking hard questions—and sometimes those questions are directed at God.In Episode 15 of The Co-Op Men's Podcast, the guys have one of their most honest and vulnerable conversations yet as they talk about seasons of frustration, grief, disappointment, church hurt, unanswered questions, and the moments when they struggled to understand what God was doing.Together, they explore the difference between anger and trust, why it's okay to bring your questions to God, how Scrip

EPISODE 15Jul 22, 2026

What's the Biggest Risk You've Ever Taken?

Every meaningful step of faith involves risk.In Episode 14 of The Co-Op Men's Podcast, the guys share the biggest risks they've taken in life—from marriage and career decisions to starting over, stepping into ministry, moving across the country, and trusting God when the outcome was anything but certain.The conversation explores the difference between reckless decisions and faith-filled risks, why growth rarely happens inside your comfort zone, and how God often uses uncertainty to stren

EPISODE 14Jul 15, 2026

When Have Your Head & Heart Disagreed?

In Episode 13 of The Co-Op Men's Podcast, the guys share honest stories about the hard lessons life has taught them through failure, parenting, leadership, pride, patience, and faith. From making difficult decisions to learning when to listen, they discuss the moments that shaped who they are today.The conversation explores why some lessons only come through experience, how God uses difficult seasons to build character, and why wisdom often comes with scars. Along the way, the group talks ab

EPISODE 13Jul 8, 2026

What Did You Have to Learn the Hard Way?

Some lessons can be taught. Others have to be lived.In this episode of The Co-Op Men’s Podcast, the guys share personal stories about failure, pride, patience, leadership, control, and the hard lessons life teaches when we refuse to listen. From career decisions and family leadership to spiritual growth and learning to trust God’s plan, the conversation explores why some lessons seem to take years—and sometimes pain—to truly understand. The group discusses the role pride plays in many of our mis

EPISODE 12Jul 1, 2026

What Part of America Do You Hope Your Grandkids Get to Experience?

As America approaches its 250th birthday, the guys gather for a patriotic conversation about freedom, faith, family, and the future of our country. In this episode, they discuss the values that helped build America, the sacrifices made by previous generations, and the freedoms they hope their children and grandchildren never take for granted. The conversation explores religious liberty, free speech, personal responsibility, the importance of strong families, and the role faith has played through

EPISODE 11Jun 24, 2026

When Did Your Faith Stop Being Talk and Start Becoming Real

In this episode of The Co-Op Men’s Podcast, the guys tackle a powerful question: When did faith stop being something you were taught and start becoming something you truly lived?Through personal stories and honest conversation, the group reflects on seasons of doubt, spiritual growth, church hurt, life-changing trials, answered prayers, and the moments that moved faith from head knowledge to heart transformation. The discussion explores the difference between simply believing in God and actually

EPISODE 10Jun 17, 2026

When Did You Realize You Were Becoming Like Your Father?

Father’s Day has a way of making us look back—and sometimes look in the mirror. In this episode of The Co-Op Men’s Podcast, the guys share honest stories about their fathers, the lessons they learned growing up, and the moments they realized they were becoming more like Dad than they ever expected.The conversation covers fatherhood, grace, discipline, affirmation, family influence, healing old wounds, and the lasting impact fathers have on the next generation. Whether your relationship with your

EPISODE 09Jun 10, 2026

When Did You Learn Who You Could Trust?

In this episode of The Co-Op Men’s Podcast from Church in the Country, the guys have a real conversation about trust—how it gets broken, how it can be rebuilt, and how painful experiences shape who we allow into our lives. The discussion dives into forgiveness, betrayal, accountability, wisdom, and learning the difference between forgiving someone and trusting them again. The guys also talk about recognizing trustworthy people, guarding access to your life, and why healthy relationships require

EPISODE 08Jun 3, 2026

What Have You Seen Change in Men Over Your Lifetime?

In this episode of The Co-Op Men’s Podcast from Church in the Country, the guys have an honest conversation about how manhood has changed over the years. The discussion covers masculinity, work ethic, discipline, fatherhood, commitment, accountability, culture, and the impact of absent fathers on the next generation. The guys also talk about the difference between being hard versus being strong, why men need integrity, and the importance of raising young men with both truth and encouragement.

EPISODE 07May 27, 2026

Why Do I Need Other Men to Speak Into My Life?

In this episode of The Co-Op Men’s Podcast from Church in the Country, the guys talk about why men need other godly men in their lives. The conversation gets real about accountability, mentorship, brotherhood, spiritual growth, and the danger of trying to do life alone. From personal stories to hard truths, this episode challenges men to stop isolating themselves and start surrounding themselves with people who will sharpen, challenge, and encourage them in their walk with Christ.

EPISODE 06May 20, 2026

What Does Weak Leadership Look Like?

In this episode of The Co-Op Men’s Podcast from Church in the Country, the guys have a real conversation about weak leadership—what it looks like, how it affects homes, churches, and workplaces, and why strong leadership requires accountability, humility, and servant leadership. The discussion dives into conflict, insecurity, self-serving leadership, trust, responsibility, and the difference between leading for recognition versus leading people well.

EPISODE 05May 13, 2026

When Did You Realize You Couldn’t Carry Everything on Your Own?

In Episode 4 of The Co-Op Men’s Podcast, we ask: When Did You Realize You Couldn’t Carry Everything on Your Own? Joined by special guest Noah Jackson, the conversation gets real as the guys share personal stories about anxiety, trauma, family struggles, and moments where control ran out. This episode is about surrender, getting help, and learning to trust God and others when life gets heavy.

EPISODE 04May 6, 2026

What Responsibility Forced You to Grow Up?

In Episode 3 of The Co-Op Men’s Podcast, we ask: What responsibility forced you to grow up? The guys share real stories—from the military to family life—that shaped who they are today. This conversation hits on responsibility, manhood, mentorship, and breaking generational cycles. If you’ve ever been forced to step up, this one will hit home.

EPISODE 03Apr 29, 2026

What Matters Less Now Than It Used To?

In Episode 2 of The Co-Op Men’s Podcast, we ask: What matters less to you now than it used to? The guys talk through how priorities shift over time—from money and material things to faith, relationships, and what truly lasts. Honest conversation about maturity, letting go of pride, and learning what really matters in life.

EPISODE 02Apr 22, 2026

When Did Work Start Costing You More Than It Paid?

In this first episode of The Co-Op Men’s Podcast, we ask a hard question: When did work start costing you more than it paid? The guys share real experiences about choosing faith over money, standing on conviction, and navigating pressure in the workplace. Honest conversation about integrity, leadership, and what it looks like to follow God when it actually costs something.

EPISODE 01Apr 15, 2026

Introduction to the Co-Op Podcast

In this special introduction episode of The Co-op Podcast, Pastor Jordan Wilson sits down with the core team — Roger Durham, Doc Myers, Sam Griffin, and Mike Graves — to share the heart behind this new men’s ministry at Church in the Country in Tyler County.They discuss the power of men walking together, the importance of accountability, real talk, and biblical manhood. Hear how the group got started, why men need each other, and what you can expect from future episodes.If you're a man looki

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Good men need good men around them. The CO-OP Bible study is a place to open God’s Word, ask honest questions, encourage each other, and grow together.

You don't need to have all the answers or know every verse. Just show up ready to grow and get to know some other guys who are doing the same.

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