Podcast
Intentional Guy
Hosted by Michael Chestnut · EN
What does it take for a man to truly change? Intentional Guy Podcast explores that question through powerful conversations with men who've lived it. From addiction to freedom. From prison to purpose. From broken to rebuilt. These men surrendered their old lives and intentionally became better versions of themselves. Their stories aren't just inspiring—they're proof that no matter where you are right now, a turnaround is possible. Join us for raw, honest conversations that will challenge and encourage you.
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THE ALGORITHM KNOWS YOUR WEAKNESS
5d ago00:09:18Tap to summarizeWhat if your biggest battle isn't just temptation... it's a system that's learning your weaknesses?Every day, the algorithm studies what you watch, what you click, when you're most vulnerable, and what keeps you scrolling. But this isn't a new strategy. Long before smartphones and social media, the enemy was already using personalized temptation in the Garden of Eden.In this episode, Mike Chestnut explores the surprising connection between today's algorithms and Genesis 3, revealing how Satan has always studied our weaknesses—and how we can fight back.You'll discover:Why the algorithm knows your weakest momentsThe connection between Genesis 3 and today's digital worldHow small compromises become life-altering decisionsWhy awareness is one of your greatest spiritual weaponsOne practical challenge to help you break the pattern this weekIf you're tired of feeling trapped in the same cycle, this episode is for you.Episode chapters00:01 — The Algorithm Is Studying YouHow platforms learn your habits and build tomorrow’s bait.01:39 — The Oldest Algorithm: The Serpent’s StrategyConnecting personalized temptation to Genesis 3.03:53 — The “Just One Tap” LieWhy small choices still shape who—and what—has influence over you.06:04 — Awareness, Accountability, and ResistanceThe host’s personal story and the call to recognize vulnerable patterns.07:44 — This Week’s Challenge: Disrupt the PatternPractical steps for changing the habit, followed by a closing invitation.📖 Get my book Are You Ready? A Practical Battle Plan for Christian Men on Amazon:https://a.co/d/09l2TZlN☕ Need someone to talk to? Let's get coffee. You don't have to fight this battle alone.👍 If this episode encouraged you:Like this videoSubscribe to The Intentional Guy PodcastShare it with another man who needs to hear itScripture References:Genesis 3Genesis 3:62 Corinthians 11:3#IntentionalGuy #ChristianMen #PornRecovery #Lust #Purity #BiblicalManhood #Faith #Discipleship #SpiritualWarfare #Accountability #MensMinistry #ChristianPodcast #Freedom #PornAddiction #MikeChestnut
Transcribe →DIVORCE, NOT WORTH FIGHTING FOR
1w ago00:27:30Tap to summarizeThe conversation delves into the hidden struggles of individuals in the church, particularly the fear of divorce and the isolation experienced in a failing marriage. It emphasizes the importance of safe and supportive relationships, the role of the church, and the path to restoration and reconciliation. The episode concludes with a call to action, encouraging individuals to seek support and not walk through their struggles alone.TakeawaysFear of divorce in the churchThe importance of safe and supportive relationshipsChapters00:00 — Hidden pain in struggling marriages02:13 — Understanding hurts, hang-ups, and habits10:48 — Finding a safe person to talk to14:40 — How to support someone in a hurting marriage17:26 — When is a marriage worth fighting for?19:56 — Safety, abuse, and unfaithfulness21:01 — Four practical steps toward reconciliation23:13 — Hope and restoration through Hosea24:27 — A personal story of isolation and rebuilding26:44 — This week’s challenge: one honest conversation
Transcribe →WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAY ABOUT MASTERBATION?
2w ago00:15:42Tap to summarizeThe conversation delves into the rarely discussed topic of masturbation in the context of Christianity, exploring its implications on marriage and relationships. It emphasizes the impact of self-gratification on individuals and the importance of surrendering this primal aspect to God, leading to transformation and growth.TakeawaysMasturbation and its implications in the context of ChristianityThe impact of self-gratification on marriage and relationshipsChapters00:00 The Start of the Conversation03:42 The Bible and Masturbation07:50 The Sin of Self-Gratification11:41 The Impact on Marriage13:41 Chronic Use and Its Effects16:26 God's Design for Intimacy17:20 The Transformation and Challenge
Transcribe →Why can't she Forget?
2w ago00:09:17Tap to summarizeThe conversation delves into the complexities of forgiveness, trust, and restoration in relationships. It emphasizes the need for patience, consistency, and intentional pursuit in rebuilding trust and healing from betrayal. The focus is on understanding the process of forgiveness, actively pursuing restoration, and allowing time for healing and rebuilding trust.TakeawaysForgiveness is a decision to release the debt, made new, sometimes daily, while the healing catches up to the decision.Rebuilding trust takes time and consistency, and it's not about big gestures but about ten thousand small, faithful days.Chapters00:00 Understanding Forgiveness01:24 Rebuilding Trust03:55 Actively Pursuing Restoration06:16 Healing and Patience08:03 Love, Patience, and Rebuilding09:24 The Journey of Healing
Transcribe →Weak Men
3w ago00:06:14Tap to summarizeThe Power of Standing Firm: Lessons on Strength and ConvictionIn this episode, we explore what true strength looks like for men today—how to stand firm in your convictions while leading with humility. We examine how society often mislabels resilience and what it really means to be courageous in the face of opposition.Key topics:The societal fear of strong men and how control is the real motive behind suppressionThe story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abendigo as an example of unwavering faith and courageThe difference between passive complacency and active backbone in leadershipWhy true strength isn’t about dominance, but about refusal to compromise on what mattersPractical steps to stand in your convictions even when it’s uncomfortableThe importance of aligning actions with personal faith and family leadershipHow societal messages promote weakness through labels like “toxic masculinity”The call to embrace vulnerability and honesty without sacrificing integrityTimestamps:00:00 - Why society fears strong men, not confusion about masculinity 00:40 - The impact of societal labels: rigid, controlling, toxic1:09 - The trap: balancing strength and approachability1:37 - The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abendigo:2:06 - Faithfulness vs. safety: what’s the real purpose of strength2:36 - The nature of godly strength: refusing to be moved from truth3:04 - The misperception: strength is about dominance, not backbone 3:32 - Leadership for your family: being immovable yet gentle4:02 - Personal failure: when folding under pressure becomes a habit 4:32 - The challenge: stand in one area you've been shrinking back5:01 - A prayer for backbone, humility, and true strength5:34 - Moving forward: finding community and walking in intentionalityResources & Links:Daniel 3 - The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abendigo
Transcribe →The Hidden Battle In Your Teens Phone,
3w ago00:07:59Tap to summarizeYour Son's Phone Is Not His Friend — It's Not About Trust, It's About Protection When I was a kid, seeing pornography took real effort — you had to go looking for it. Today, your son doesn't have to look for anything. It's already in his pocket.In this episode, I talk directly to parents about the generation being raised on smartphones — and why "I trust my kid" is the wrong starting point. This isn't about whether your son is trustworthy. It's about knowing what he's up against.In this episode:✅ Why "trust" is the wrong lens for parenting in the smartphone era✅ Warning signs something may be going on✅ Tools like Covenant Eyes and the unannounced phone check✅ What to do — and what not to do — if you catch your son✅ Why parents have to be just as informed as we're asking our kids to be honestThis is a call to every parent listening: protection isn't paranoia. It's love with its eyes open.If this episode challenged you, share it with another parent who needs to hear it.🎙️ The Intentional Guy Podcast📩 Want to talk? Let's get coffee. Let me be your friend. Let me walk beside you.#TheIntentionalGuyPodcast #ChristianParenting #MensMinistry #DigitalSafety #FaithBasedParenting #Pornography #ProtectYourKids
Transcribe →Where's the Line?
4w ago00:13:29Tap to summarizeWhere's the Line? — The Test No One Ever Handed YouThis episode is for the man who's tried to stop and didn't know who to call.We're talking honestly about pornography — how it grows, why willpower alone usually isn't enough, and a real, research-based way to know if it's become more than a habit for you. I also share something I've never said this directly before: why I went to a 12-step room instead of a Christian counselor, and what I've found in Celebrate Recovery on the other side of it.⚠️ This episode deals with sensitive subject matter. Handled with care, not graphic — but direct, because this conversation matters.Take the assessment (free, confidential, ~10 minutes):Sexual Addiction Screening Test (SAST) — Pure Desire Ministrieshttps://puredesire.org/courses/sexual-addiction-screening-test/Find a Celebrate Recovery group near you:https://celebraterecovery.com/find-help-2/Our group meets Tuesdays at 6 PM — but CR has thousands of locations worldwide, so if ours isn't a fit, use the link above to find one near you. This was never about getting you into our church. It's about you finding peace.If something in this episode hit close to home — you're not alone, and you don't have to figure it out by yourself.Let's get coffee. Let me be your friend. Let me walk beside you.#TheIntentionalGuy #PornographyRecovery #CelebrateRecovery #ChristianMen #MensMinistry
Transcribe →WHAT SHE'S NOT TELLING YOU
4w ago00:16:08Tap to summarizeIn this deeply personal episode of The Intentional Guy Podcast, Mike Chestnut shares a conversation that changed his understanding of recovery forever.Many men believe recovery ends when the pornography stops. But what if your wife is still carrying wounds you've never taken the time to understand?This episode explores the hidden impact pornography has on marriage, why wives often experience it as rejection instead of "just a mistake," and how true healing begins when we stop defending ourselves and start listening.Whether you're fighting pornography, rebuilding trust after betrayal, or simply want a stronger Christ-centered marriage, this conversation is one every husband needs to hear.📖 Scripture Focus: Proverbs 5:15-19 & Proverbs 28:13☕ Need someone to talk to?If you're ready to stop hiding but don't know where to start, reach out. I'd love to grab coffee if you're local—or connect with you online if you're not. You don't have to walk this road alone.👇 Timestamps00:00 – Introduction00:13 – The moment that changed everything02:04 – Why recovery is more than stopping the behavior02:53 – Pornography as a comparison problem, not just a content problem05:24 – What wives often carry in silence06:29 – Why silence feels safer, but hurts more08:28 – The questions wives are often really asking10:03 – Biblical perspective from Proverbs 512:42 – What a wife actually needs in healing14:41 – Why delaying confession makes things worse16:27 – Confession, mercy, and the cost of concealment17:27 – One question to ask this week17:56 – Real recovery starts with facing her, not just the habit👍 If this episode encouraged you:• Subscribe for weekly biblical encouragement for men• Like this video• Share it with someone who needs hope• Leave a comment: "I'm choosing honesty."#IntentionalGuy #PornRecovery #MarriageHealing #ChristianMen #MarriageRestoration #OvercomingPornography #PornAddictionRecovery #BiblicalMarriage #ChristianMarriage #MensMinistry #CelebrateRecovery #FreedomFromPorn #FaithBasedRecovery #MarriageAdvice #RecoveryJourney #ChristianPodcast #MikeChestnut #HealingAfterBetrayal #TrustAfterPorn #RelationshipHealing
Transcribe →Are You Ready
Jun 2500:16:55Tap to summarizeDo you actually want to be free?Not the church answer. Not the answer you'd give your pastor. The real answer.In this powerful episode of The Intentional Guy Podcast, Michael Chestnut challenges men to confront one of the most important questions they'll ever answer: Do you want freedom more than comfort?Freedom from pornography. Freedom from lust. Freedom from secrecy. Freedom from shame.Drawing from his own story of addiction, recovery, and restoration, Michael shares practical strategies, biblical truth, and hard-earned wisdom for men who are tired of living a double life and are ready to become intentional about their recovery journey.In this episode you'll discover:✅ Why willpower alone is not enough✅ The prayer that helped Michael find freedom✅ How to make a covenant with your eyes✅ Practical tools to fight temptation before it starts✅ Why accountability is essential for lasting freedom✅ The hidden pain that pornography is often masking✅ How the Holy Spirit meets us in our weakest momentsKey Scripture:📖 Job 31:1"I made a covenant with my eyes..."📖 Romans 8:26"The Spirit helps us in our weakness..."If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you take a step toward freedom, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with another man who needs to hear this message.00:00 Do You Really Want Freedom?01:35 Why Willpower Isn’t Enough04:14 “Holy Spirit, Please”05:28 Make a Covenant With Your Eyes07:09 The Practical Battle Plan13:54 What Lust Is Really About15:30 Final Challenge: Be Intentional💬 COMMENT BELOW:Type the word READY if you're ready to take the next step toward freedom.📚 Get Michael's book Exposed and learn more about the journey from addiction to restoration.☕ Need someone to talk to? Reach out. You don't have to fight this battle alone.Remember: You don't have to be perfect. You just have to be willing to start.Holy Spirit, please.#IntentionalGuy #AreYouReady #FreedomFromPornography #PornAddictionRecovery #ChristianMen #BiblicalManhood #MensMinistry #LustRecovery #Purity #Accountability #FaithOverAddiction #ChristianPodcast #RecoveryJourney #ExposedBook #HolySpiritPlease #CelebrateRecovery #MensDiscipleship #SpiritualGrowth #FreedomInChrist #MikeChestnut
Transcribe →The Numbers Don't Lie
Jun 1600:15:15Tap to summarize75% of Christian men report viewing pornography. 82% say no one is helping them.This isn't just a pornography problem—it's a silence problem.In this episode of The Intentional Guy Podcast, Michael Chestnut tackles one of the most difficult and important conversations facing the church today. Drawing from research by Barna and Pure Desire Ministries, Michael explores the reality of pornography's impact on Christian men, women, pastors, and the next generation.But this episode goes beyond statistics.Together, we examine what Scripture teaches about lust, sexual sin, and purity through the words of Jesus, Paul, Job, and one of the most overlooked chapters in the Bible—Proverbs 7.Over 3,000 years ago, Solomon described a young man slowly walking toward destruction, making small compromises that eventually led to devastating consequences. His warning is just as relevant today as it was then.If you're struggling in silence, carrying shame, or wondering if freedom is possible, this message is for you.You are not alone.Freedom begins when secrecy ends.If this episode encouraged you, share it with another man, leave a comment, and subscribe to The Intentional Guy Podcast.0:00 Three Out of Four Men in Your Church1:10 Welcome to The Intentional Guy Podcast2:16 The Numbers the Church Needs to Hear3:58 You Are Not Alone4:31 What God's Word Says6:51 Proverbs 7: Solomon's Warning9:32 Your Phone Is the Street Near Her Corner10:34 The 82% Had No One Speaking Up12:19 Michael's Personal Story13:23 One Step You Can Take Today14:27 Closing#IntentionalGuy #ChristianMen #PornographyRecovery #FreedomFromPorn #MensMinistry #ChristianPodcast #Proverbs7 #BiblicalManhood #Purity #FaithAndFreedom #Discipleship #ChristianLeadership #PornAddictionRecovery #shorts #spiritualgrowth #spirituality #Obedience #forgiveness #godlyhusband #mensministry #christianmen #transformation #faithjourney #christianmarriage #healingfromtrauma #overcomingtrauma #forgiveness #marriageadvice
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