Built 4 More

Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Tim Tebow on this week's episode of Built 4 More.Tim Tebow is one of the most decorated college football players in history. Heisman Trophy winner, two national championships, first round NFL draft pick, and he has been one of the most publicly outspoken Christians in the history of American sports. Tim opens up about what it actually looks like to keep Christ on the throne when bitterness creeps in and your plans do not go the way you expected.The conversation also goes deep on the fight Tim has given his life to outside of football. Right now more than 50 million people are being trafficked globally and more than 400 million children will be exploited or sexually abused this year alone. Tim breaks down what the Renewed Hope Act is, why Congress needs to move faster, and what every single person listening can do right now to help. He also gets into how to protect your own children from threats most parents do not even know exist.Tim also walks through his new book If The Tree Could Speak, how it came to him in the middle of the night, and why the perspective of the cross itself might be the most powerful entry point into the gospel you have never considered.If The Tree Could Speak: https://timtebow.com/tree/

In this episode of Built 4 More, Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down for a powerful and unfiltered Q and A covering some of the most real questions people wrestle with in their faith and everyday life. From wondering if you are truly hearing God’s voice to feeling the pressure of parenting and questioning if you are getting it right, this conversation goes straight at the things many people think but do not always say out loud. Joby and Denny unpack what the Bible actually says about hearing from God, why it can feel confusing at times, and how faith is often less about waiting for a perfect answer and more about trusting God with your next step.They also dive into the weight many parents carry to raise their kids the right way and why your mistakes do not disqualify you. In fact, some of the most powerful lessons your kids will learn come from watching you own your failures, repent, and keep going. This episode also challenges the idea that you need to have everything figured out before you move forward and reminds you that God has already given you more direction than you think. When you feel stuck, unsure, or disconnected, the answer is not always more clarity but more obedience with what is right in front of you.If you have ever felt like God is silent, struggled to make a decision, or questioned whether you are doing enough in your faith, this episode will meet you right where you are. It is honest, practical, and rooted in truth, reminding you that you were made for more and that following Jesus does not require perfection, just surrender and a willingness to take the next step.

Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with 7x New York Times bestselling author Jon Gordon on this week's episode of Built 4 More.Jon Gordon didn't set out to become a bestselling author. He set out to survive. After losing his job, taking a second mortgage on his home, and maxing out $20,000 in credit cards to open a Moe's Southwest Grill in Jacksonville, Florida, he was crumbling from the inside out.What followed was one of the most unlikely faith journeys you'll ever hear. A new ager and Buddhist meditator who cried out to God in desperation, saw a literal roadside sign that said "Jesus is the Answer," and had a Buddhist energy healer accidentally explain the gospel to him in a way that finally made everything click.Jon opens up about the season where he was failing as a husband and father and what happened when he finally surrendered that to Jesus. He talks about the walk of gratitude that started his transformation, how his faith completely rebuilt his marriage, his family, and his calling, and why he considers God the author of every book he has ever written.The conversation goes deep on leadership and culture too. Jon shares what happened when he spent six hours with Jaguars head coach Liam Coen building the culture that fueled Jacksonville's turnaround this season, why the best leaders in the world never stop taking notes, and the one mindset shift that separates leaders who perform under pressure from those who don't.

In this episode of Built 4 More, Devin Lloyd sits down with Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson for a powerful conversation about faith, identity, and purpose just hours after signing with the Carolina Panthers in NFL free agency. Devin shares what it was like navigating the emotional roller coaster of free agency, leaving the Jacksonville Jaguars after four seasons, and stepping into a new chapter of his career in the NFL. They discuss the pressure that comes with professional sports, the highs and lows of competing at the highest level, and how Devin learned to anchor his identity in Christ rather than in football or performance.The conversation dives into Devin’s journey from college football at University of Utah to becoming a first round NFL draft pick and one of the top linebackers in the league. Devin explains the mindset required to play linebacker in the NFL, the discipline and preparation that separate great players from good ones, and how film study, nutrition, consistency, and daily habits shape success on and off the field. He also shares the story of how injuries and adversity early in his career pushed him to deepen his relationship with Jesus and ultimately changed the way he views competition, leadership, and life.Throughout the episode, the conversation turns to what it truly means to live with purpose, how faith brings clarity and freedom from the opinions of others, and why understanding God’s approval allows you to play and live with confidence. Devin talks about gratitude, humility, leadership in the locker room, and the importance of surrounding yourself with people who help you grow spiritually and personally. If you are searching for purpose, dealing with pressure, or trying to understand how faith and success intersect, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to see your life through a bigger perspective.

Pastor Joby Martin, Denny Thompson, and Joshua Broome dive into a wide range of questions about faith, purpose, identity, and what it means to follow Jesus in real life.This conversation explores some of the deeper questions many people wrestle with in their spiritual journey. Topics include trusting God when the future feels unclear, navigating seasons where God feels silent, and learning how to make wise decisions when you do not feel certain about the next step. The episode also looks at the role of faith in everyday life and how believers can continue growing spiritually through different seasons.The discussion also touches on discipleship, relationships, leadership, and the importance of surrounding yourself with people who help strengthen your walk with Christ. It explores how identity in Jesus shapes the way we live, the way we make decisions, and the way we pursue purpose.Throughout the episode, the conversation centers on practical Christian living and how faith influences areas like calling, personal growth, sharing your faith with others, and developing a deeper relationship with God.

Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down with Joshua Broome for a conversation about forgiveness identity and what it actually means to be free from your past. Joshua shares how growing up without a relationship with his father led him on a lifelong pursuit of affirmation acceptance and approval. That pursuit slowly shaped the decisions he made and the direction his life took as he chased performance success and validation in an effort to feel like he was enough. Over time what began as a search for identity turned into a life defined by shame as the things he had done became the lens through which he saw himself.Together they talk about how shame convinces us that what we have done is who we are and how that belief keeps us stuck in cycles of striving condemnation and isolation. This episode explores why so many people struggle to believe they are actually forgiven even after hearing the gospel and how condemnation can continue to shape our identity long after our sin has been paid for. Pastor Joby and Denny unpack the difference between behavior modification and heart transformation and explain why real freedom begins when we stop trying to earn approval and start living from the identity we have already been given in Christ.Joshua shares how the renewing of his mind through Scripture discipleship and community allowed him to understand that forgiveness is not just about avoiding punishment but about being made new. They discuss why confession leads to healing how loneliness fuels addiction and why the finished work of Jesus means our past is not something we have to manage hide or overcome on our own. This conversation is about redemption grace and the truth that in Christ your past is no longer held against you. Because of the cross forgiveness is not a future promise but a present reality and your identity is no longer defined by what you have done but by what Jesus has done for you.

In this episode of the Built 4 More Podcast, Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson answer one of the most common questions we receive: How do you know if you are living in God’s calling? And what if your job does not feel “spiritual” at all?From welders to pastors, quarterback trainers, and business owners, this conversation dives into the truth that your calling is not reserved for a stage. It is lived out in the everyday work God has entrusted to you. Pastor Joby explains why chasing “passion” can actually be misleading, how the skills God has given you are meant to be stewarded for His glory, and why doing excellent work in any field can be sacred when it is done unto the Lord. Whether you are struggling with identity in your job, feeling discontent in your current season, or wondering if there is something more you are meant to do, this episode offers clarity on the difference between Godly ambition and selfish ambition and how to move forward in obedience without abandoning responsibility.They also unpack how seasons of preparation are never wasted, why God often uses the ordinary to prepare us for the extraordinary, and how your desires may begin to change as your mind is renewed through Scripture and community. You will hear how launching this podcast has challenged Denny’s own faith and forced him to move from being someone who simply listens to the Word to someone who lives it out daily.Plus, the conversation shifts into marriage and what it really means to honor the covenant you made with God and your spouse, how forgiveness and grace are essential to lasting relationships, and why love is less about feelings and more about commitment, sacrifice, and daily work. From learning to lead your family while still pursuing what God has put on your heart, to navigating big life decisions in unity, this episode provides practical wisdom for men who want to live faithfully at work and at home.If you have ever felt confused about purpose, stuck between provision and passion, or afraid that you might miss what God is calling you to next, this conversation is for you.Your calling might be closer than you think.

At 12 years old, Jake Olson woke up from surgery knowing he would never see again. After battling cancer for most of his childhood, doctors had run out of options. Removing his remaining eye was the only way to save his life. In an instant, everything changed. He went from being a normal middle school kid who loved sports to learning how to read Braille, relearn how to socialize, and figure out how to live in a world he could no longer see. But what happened next is what makes his story unforgettable. Jake made a decision in that moment that most people never make he refused to become a victim of his circumstances. Instead of letting blindness take the life he loved from him, he chose to fight for it.After losing his sight, Jake made a promise to himself that blindness wasn’t going to rob him of the things he loved. Years later, that promise would lead him back onto the football field, first as a high school player, and eventually as a walk-on long snapper at USC. Despite being completely blind, Jake earned the trust of his coaches and teammates and went on to take the snap in a Division 1 college football game, something he once believed would only be possible if he kept his eyesight. What once looked like the end of his story became the beginning of a purpose far greater than he could have imagined.This conversation is about adversity, identity, and the reality that every person faces a moment where they have to choose whether they will live resentful… or fight on. Jake shares how gratitude became his first step out of victimhood, how hardship can either make you bitter or build your faith, and why circumstances don’t have the power to define the life you’re capable of living. If you’ve ever felt stuck, discouraged, or defined by something that happened to you, this episode will challenge the way you think about what’s actually possible with the life you’ve been given and remind you that even when life doesn’t go according to plan, your story is far from over.

In this episode of Built 4 More, Dylan Mandell joins Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson for a powerful and hope filled conversation about unwavering faith and a life fully surrendered to God.Dylan faced cancer four times, but his story is not one of doubt or drifting faith. It is a testimony of a young man whose confidence in God only deepened through suffering. Pain did not cause him to question God’s goodness. It revealed it. Each battle stripped away self reliance and strengthened his trust in God.This episode explores what it looks like to live with unshakable hope, to believe God’s promises without needing clarity, and to walk forward knowing that purpose is often formed through hardship. They talk about identity in Christ, the power of surrender, and why suffering does not stop God’s plan but often sharpens it.This is an encouraging and faith filled reminder that God is present in every trial, that endurance produces strength, and that a life anchored in Christ can stand firm no matter how many storms come.If you are facing adversity, walking through pain, or needing a reminder that real faith does not waver when life gets hard, this episode will strengthen you.

Denny and Joby sit down for a raw Q&A on faith, work, leadership, and what it actually looks like to follow Jesus when life is demanding and you keep falling short. They talk about calling and career, why failure doesn’t disqualify you, and why repentance and responsibility are non-negotiable for growth.They go straight at leadership, coaching, fatherhood, influence, and integrity, why competence matters, why serving people beats using them, and why you can’t lead anyone where you’re not willing to go yourself. They address sin, scars, discipline, culture, politics, and discernment with clarity and conviction, calling men to stop drifting, stop blaming, and start owning their lives.This episode is about daily obedience, choosing the harder path, being present where your feet are, and trusting God with the results. If you’re frustrated with yourself but still hungry to grow, this conversation will hit home.

Ty Kelly joins Built 4 More for a real conversation about faith, family, identity, and what it looks like to lead when life gets heavy. Ty is a Jacksonville local who went from being a baseball phenom where the game became his identity, to building a massive social media platform by making people laugh, and then learning the hard way that attention can’t be the thing that drives you. He opens up about marrying his high school sweetheart, raising three kids, and how God used parenting to make grace real to him, not performance based religion, but a deeper understanding of what it means to be loved by the Father.Ty also shares the most difficult season of their marriage when his wife Haley faced major preventative surgeries due to a genetic cancer risk, and what it required of him as a husband, a dad, and a man who finally had to admit he could not do it on his own. The episode gets into the pressure of social media, the desire to be liked, the reality of being attacked online, and how those moments exposed what he was building his identity on. More than anything, Ty keeps coming back to the same point: the platform most people are praying for is usually already right in front of them, in their home, their marriage, their kids, and their day to day faithfulness. If you’re chasing purpose, wrestling with identity, or trying to become the man God is calling you to be right where you are, this one will hit.

In this episode of Built 4 More, Lysa TerKeurst sits down with Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson for a raw and honest conversation about pain, betrayal, faith, and trusting God when life does not turn out the way you planned. Lysa opens up about walking through deep personal adversity, seasons of heartbreak, and the tension of loving God while wrestling with unanswered questions. This is not surface level encouragement. It is about what faith really looks like when disappointment hits close to home.The conversation dives into how to keep your heart soft when you have every reason to shut down, how to lead yourself through grief without letting bitterness take root, and why healing often takes longer than we want it to. Lysa shares hard earned wisdom on boundaries, obedience, forgiveness, and what it means to stay anchored in truth when emotions are loud and circumstances feel overwhelming.Together, they unpack how adversity exposes what we truly believe about God, how to walk through pain without letting it define you, and why faithfulness in the middle of the struggle matters more than having everything figured out. This episode is for anyone navigating loss, broken trust, or a season where the future feels unclear. If you are trying to hold on to your faith while carrying real hurt, this conversation will meet you where you are and point you forward.

In this episode, we sit down with Rebecca Maxwell for a powerful conversation on Jesus and mental health and why real growth requires both faith and intentional healing.Rebecca shares what led her into ministry and family therapy, how God shaped her calling, and the role she played in building The Church of Eleven22 Kids Ministry. We talk about why Christian therapy, rooted in a biblical worldview, helps people develop the tools needed to grow, lead, and live with purpose, not just cope.This conversation challenges the fear around therapy and reframes it as a process of transformation. We explore why healing often requires going back to the past in order to move forward, how identity and worth must be rooted in Christ rather than performance, and why continued growth and change are essential to a healthy life of faith.Rebecca also explains how the 12 steps of AA apply to every person, not just those in recovery, and how they point us toward freedom, joy, and dependence on Christ instead of circumstances or people.If your life feels overly shaped by outcomes, expectations, or other people, this episode is an invitation to step into lasting transformation spiritually, mentally, and emotionally.Jesus and Your Mental Health (Book) - https://www.jesusandyourmentalhealth.com/ Jesus and Your Mental Health Sermon: https://youtu.be/6hoeY8Nn34E

Built 4 More is back with Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin for a raw, honest conversation about real faith, real growth, and real change. This episode dives deep into the sin, repen, repeat cycle and why remorse alone never leads to freedom. Pastor Joby breaks down what biblical repentance actually means, how your mind gets renewed, and why wisdom, boundaries, and accountability matter if you want lasting transformation.The conversation expands into leadership at home, parenting talented kids without turning their gift into their identity, and why discipline and discomfort are often the tools God uses to shape strong men and families. They also talk about what happens in your darkest moments, how taking responsibility changes everything, and why isolation is one of the most dangerous lies men believe.If you’ve been feeling stuck, numb, frustrated with surface level faith, or unsure what God is doing in your life right now, this episode brings clarity, conviction, and direction. This is about becoming who God designed you to be, leading well, and living with purpose instead of drifting.

Dr. Matt Carter, pastor, church planter, and now part of the teaching team at The Church of Eleven22, joins Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin for a powerful conversation on what it truly costs to carry responsibility. From discipling Colt McCoy through a Heisman run at Texas to planting one of the fastest growing churches in the country, Matt’s story is one of calling, surrender, and learning the hard way that success always comes with weight. He opens up about his time building The Austin Stone from scratch, the growth, the pressure, and the unseen spiritual toll that comes with leading something big for God. Then he shares the moment everything changed, a 99% heart blockage that forced him to slow down, reevaluate his purpose, and finally let go of being “the guy.”This episode dives deep into the difference between confidence and dependence, between a quarterback’s mindset and a pastor’s calling. Matt and Joby talk about how leadership isn’t about control, it’s about obedience. They break down how to build teams that raise the lid instead of holding it, how to live in rhythms that fill instead of drain, and how to keep your soul healthy when the responsibility feels heavier than you imagined. The conversation turns toward faith, Christmas, and the reminder that even when life doesn’t go as planned, God’s still in control, just like He was when He chose a teenage girl in Nazareth to carry the Savior of the world.If you’ve ever felt the pressure of leading, building, or providing, this episode will hit home. It’s about surrendering your plans, trusting God’s hand in the middle of the unknown, and remembering that real strength is found in dependence, not in doing it all yourself.

In this episode, we sit down with DR Meadows for a wide ranging conversation that moves between fatherhood, leadership, and life as a Savannah Bananas. DR Meadows reflects on what it means to be present as a father while navigating demanding seasons of work, life, and responsibility, sharing honest insight into how priorities shift when family comes first.We also recap the Savannah Bananas season and the culture that has made the team one of the most compelling stories in sports. From the joy and pressure of the spotlight to what’s happening behind the scenes, DR Meadows talks what made this season special and what it taught him about teamwork, humility, and consistency.This conversation goes deeper than baseball. It’s about showing up, leading well, and understanding that success is ultimately measured by who you are at home and how you invest in the people who matter most. Whether you’re a parent, a sports fan, or someone trying to balance ambition with purpose, this episode offers perspective that sticks with you long after it ends.

Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin sit down for a real conversation about football, marriage, leadership, and the identity that holds a man together. They start with the intensity of the college football season and the unexpected storylines from the playoff race, but the episode quickly shifts into the deeper places where most men actually live. Denny opens up about the season when his marriage was essentially over and how God used suffering, honesty, confession, and spiritual clarity to rebuild something stronger than before. Joby unpacks why most marriages break at the level of identity, why men so often focus on what they are not getting instead of who they are becoming, and why the triangle picture of husband wife and Jesus changes everything about how a home functions.They talk about what it means to lead with service, not entitlement, and how gratitude from a wife fuels a man in a way nothing else can. They discuss the spiritual reality that identity comes before activity and why men perform better and love better when they know who they are in Christ. The conversation moves through parenting, family rhythms, homeschooling decisions, work pressure, the myth of balance, and the truth about intensity and rest. Both share stories of failure, growth, and the clarity that comes when you stop fighting for approval and start living from the approval God has already given.This episode is for the man who wants to win at work and at home without losing himself in the process. It is for anyone who has ever felt the pressure to perform, the weight of leadership, or the tension between the grind and the relationships that matter most. It is honest, practical, and rooted in the belief that men are called to more and built for more.

Rece Davis sits down with Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin for one of the most personal and meaningful conversations of his career. The ESPN College GameDay host opens up about the family roots, character, and convictions that shaped him long before he ever stepped onto a broadcast set. He reflects on the early sacrifices, the unexpected doors that opened, and the steady foundation that kept him grounded as he grew into one of the most respected voices in sports.In this episode, Rece shares how his journey through ESPN has been more than a professional climb. It has been a continual commitment to staying present as a husband and father while navigating an industry that rarely slows down. He speaks honestly about the challenges of balancing national visibility with the responsibility of leading his home well, and how the principles instilled in him early on have carried him through seasons of pressure, travel, and intense public demand.Rece also pulls back the curtain on some of his favorite College GameDay memories, from moments with Nick Saban and legendary coaches to behind the scenes stories with the on air team that has become a second family. He talks about what truly anchors him off camera, the deeper calling that shapes his decisions, and the perspective he has gained from decades of living with conviction, humility, and gratitude.This episode offers a rare and refreshing look at the man behind one of sports media’s most trusted voices, delivering a conversation filled with wisdom, humor, and heart. If you have ever wondered what drives Rece Davis beyond the lights, the stadiums, and the broadcasts, this is the story that reveals it.

Join Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin as they sit down with Brad Nortman. Brad is a former Carolina Panthers punter, Wisconsin Badgers standout, ESPN Madison host, and devoted father.In this episode, Brad opens up about his journey from college football to the NFL, the moment he got drafted, and how his time in Carolina shaped him both on and off the field. He shares hilarious and powerful stories from his Wisconsin days, his transition into broadcasting, and the unexpected path that led him to ESPN Madison.Brad also walks through the deeply personal side of his life such as adopting children, becoming a father, and building a home rooted in faith, discipline, and intentional leadership.This conversation is packed with wisdom, real-life lessons, and the type of honesty that defines what it means to be Built 4 More.#Built4More #BradNortman #NFL #WisconsinBadgers #CarolinaPanthers

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Tyler Wells sits down with Built 4 More to talk openly about loss, injury, identity, fatherhood, pressure, prayer, and the moment God completely redirected his life.In this conversation, Tyler shares the parts of his story most fans never hear, losing his mom at four years old, the defining game after his grandmother passed, the loneliness of the minor leagues, the anxiety of the big leagues, and the unexpected injury that God used to reshape his marriage, faith, and purpose.Tyler also breaks down the mindset behind pitching, the shift from reliever to starter, the mental battles athletes rarely discuss, and how becoming a father changed everything about the way he sees baseball.This episode is raw, honest, and centered on what matters most: faith, character, and calling.