In this episode, host Richard Mendelow and his wingman, Christy Mendelow, talked to Pastor Eric Huffman of The Story Church in Houston about the role of men in God's Kingdom and how masculinity and male leadership are under attack. You won't want to miss this enlightening and powerful conversation! Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review it. And share this and all episodes with those who will benefit. To catch all previous episodes and learn more about this ministry, visit C...
Aug 15, 2022•55 min•Ep. 134
In this past weekend's show, we talked about family. Our faith is not what we do for an hour on Sunday. Our faith must shape everything about us. All of this will shape our family. And Tom Stevens joined us to talk about this important message. We hope you'll listen in to this week's episode! Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review it. And share this and all episodes with those who will benefit. To catch all previous episodes and learn more about this ministry, visit Courage...
Aug 08, 2022•55 min•Ep. 133
Since July 4th, we have been talking about freedom. And in this past weekend's show, we continued our series with our returning guest Tom Kilgannon, the president of Freedom Alliance. We talked about American freedom and our truest freedom in Christ. We hope you'll listen in! Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review it. And share this and all episodes with those who will benefit. To catch all previous episodes and learn more about this ministry, visit CourageousChristianity.t...
Aug 01, 2022•55 min•Ep. 132
Courageous Christianity with Richard Mendelow "Choosing Freedom" Guest Name(s): Tom Kilgannon, President Freedom Alliance The president of Freedom Alliance, Tom Kilgannon, joined us in this show to discuss making choices based on what is real and lasting - the things God says are important (not the world) - and the freedom, the truest freedom, we gain in doing so. We hope you'll listen! Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review it. And share this and all episodes with those wh...
Jul 25, 2022•55 min•Ep. 131
We're focusing on freedom this month and our conversations wouldn't be complete without this show that previously aired in 2021 because its focus is freedom and gratitude. Our prayer is that it will encourage you to fully appreciate the cost of our freedom and rededicate yourself to living courageous lives as American Christians. We hope you'll listen in! Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review it. And share this and all episodes with those who will benefit. To catch all pre...
Jul 18, 2022•55 min•Ep. 130
As Christians, our religious freedom is protected by law and much has taken place recently in the United States which affirms that fact. In this show, an extraordinary guest who can provide commentary on these legal events and also his own fight for religious freedom joins host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow. You'll hear from a man who lives out his faith courageously and challenges listeners to do the same! You won't want to miss this empowering conversation. Please add this ...
Jul 11, 2022•55 min•Ep. 129
What must we, as Christian Americans, do to serve and defend the heavenly article of freedom with which we are so blessed in this nation and on which so much of the world relies? In this episode, host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow talk to guest and CEO of My Faith Votes, Jason Yates. Hear why one out of three Christians does not vote and what we can do to improve that statistic. Join us to be a part of the solution! Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review...
Jul 06, 2022•55 min•Ep. 128
Reformation in this nation begins with men. As they wrap up their "Fatherhood" series, join host Richard Mendelow, his wingman Christy Mendelow, and psychotherapist Tom Stevens in this episode to hear their conversation about how you can help lead in this most necessary change. Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review it. And share this and all episodes with those who will benefit. To catch all previous episodes and learn more about this ministry, visit CourageousChristianity...
Jun 27, 2022•55 min•Ep. 127
Continuing in a series celebrating fatherhood and Father's Day, host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow are joined by Allen Carter, author of "Letters from a Father." In his book, Allen shares 70 heartfelt letters that he wrote to his three children during their teenage years. Not intended to be public, heartfelt prompts from his parents to share with the world the lessons and love that comprise these letters convinced Allen to publish them. And in today's discussion, we'll hear m...
Jun 20, 2022•55 min•Ep. 126
In honor of Father's Day, we are kicking off a new series. We will discuss fatherhood and that the solution to almost every problem we have in this struggling world begins with strong, loving fathers, "directing their children and their households in the way of the Lord." (Genesis 18:19) Joining host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow to talk about fatherhood in this episode is the Courageous Christianity ministry pastor, Pastor Steve Dennis. Please add this podcast to your librar...
Jun 13, 2022•55 min•Ep. 125
Host Richard Mendelow and his wingman catch up with "Courageous Christian" Jacob Thompson in this show. You'll hear about his latest efforts in his mission for Christ and how his perspective of "Don't Grumble, Be Grateful" helps him take every step in the right direction. Jacob's journey is inspiring, encouraging, and motivating. You won't want to miss hearing about his walk! Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review it. And share this and all episodes with those who will bene...
Jun 06, 2022•55 min•Ep. 124
We just wrapped up a series about struggling well and we thought it was necessary to follow it with a message about joy. Join host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow as they talk about what true joy is, not circumstantial happiness. Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review it. And share this and all episodes with those who will benefit. To catch all previous episodes and learn more about this ministry, visit CourageousChristianity.today. God Bless and Semper Fi...
May 31, 2022•55 min•Ep. 123
Host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow wrap up the series "Struggling Well" in this episode of "Courageous Christianity." They talk about the struggles their guests have endured or have encountered and how they or someone they know courageously walked through them as Christians drawing nearer to Jesus Christ. They grew stronger through the process and, in many cases, now serve others in the same struggles. Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review it. And share...
May 23, 2022•55 min•Ep. 122
We all struggle in this broken world. And some struggles feel impossible to get through - those we'd never want to endure. Wende Gaikema has endured one of those struggles, the death of her eldest son to suicide. Now, Wende supports others who have lost a child to suicide. In this episode, she courageously talks with host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow about her experience and how she turned to and trusted God and, in His goodness, helped her gain the strength she needed throu...
May 16, 2022•55 min•Ep. 121
In this show, timed perfectly for Mother’s Day weekend, host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow continue their conversation with Kelly Hall. Kelly is a mom of courageous faith. She and her husband have a unique story that revolves around the fact that three of their four children are profoundly deaf. In this second of a two-part interview, they talk more about her story, the struggles she encountered along the way, and how she has learned to stand unswervingly on God's Word regard...
May 09, 2022•55 min•Ep. 120
Join host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow in this episode as they talk to Kelly Hall, author of "Courageous Faith," a Bible study that focuses on discovering the seven keys to living courageously in life's adventures. Kelly is a woman of courageous faith. She and her husband have a unique story that revolves around the fact that three of their four children are profoundly deaf. This show is the first of a two-part interview about her story, the struggles she encountered along t...
May 02, 2022•55 min•Ep. 119
Join host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow in this episode of "Courageous Christianity" as they talk to Pastor Brian Runge, Director of Ministry Relations for KKHT. They continue in their ongoing discussion about struggling and how to struggle well. Grab a pen because they start listing the "how-to" of struggling well together. You won't want to miss it! Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review it. And share this and all episodes with those who will benefit. ...
Apr 25, 2022•55 min•Ep. 118
In this episode, host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow talk to Pastor Ron Bates of The Light Church in Willis, Texas, about the struggles we all face. You'll hear a compassionate message of understanding and hope that is sure to encourage you in your walk as a courageous Christian through those struggles. The conversation is perfect for the Easter season, given our focus is on our Lord and Savior and his walk through struggle to resurrection Please add this podcast to your libra...
Apr 18, 2022•55 min•Ep. 117
Struggle is a part of life. And since we know that we will struggle, we have to learn how to do it well. As Christians, we want our relationship with God to be the context of everything and in doing so, it puts our struggle in its proper context. In this show, join host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow as they talk to David Savage, radio host of "Wrestling with the Inner Man" and author of "The Savage Path." Together they continue the discussion about struggle - what we struggle...
Apr 11, 2022•55 min•Ep. 116
In this episode of "Courageous Christianity with Richard Mendelow," host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow continue talking about struggle. The truth is that struggle is a part of life. And since we know that we will struggle, we have to learn how to do it well. Here's how this fits with Christianity: As Christians, we want our relationship with God to be the context of everything and in doing so, it puts our struggle in its proper context. Join them as they further explore the t...
Apr 04, 2022•55 min•Ep. 115
Starting with this episode, host Richard Mendelow, and his wingman Christy Mendelow, kick off a series about struggle. The truth is that struggle is a part of life. And since we know that we will struggle, we have to learn how to do it well. Here's how this fits with Christianity: As Christians, we want our relationship with God to be the context of everything and in doing so, it puts our struggle in its proper context. Join them this week as they begin to explore the topic of struggle and strug...
Mar 28, 2022•55 min•Ep. 114
Join host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow in this episode as they recap what they learned about courageous faith from their Courageous Christian series guests. As they explore each incredible story, you will hear a unique message meant specifically for Christians striving to live abundantly in Christ. Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review it. And share this and all episodes with those who will benefit. To catch all previous episodes and learn more about t...
Mar 21, 2022•55 min•Ep. 113
In this episode, join host Richard Mendelow, his wingman Christy Mendelow, and their guest Pastor Steve Dennis as they look into how the enemy attacks us and the power of faith when brought to bear throughout our lives. Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review it. And share this and all episodes with those who will benefit. To catch all previous episodes and learn more about this ministry, visit CourageousChristianity.today. God Bless and Semper Fi! See omnystudio.com/listene...
Mar 14, 2022•55 min•Ep. 112
Change seems to cause fear and anxiety for many people. But it doesn’t have to. In this episode, join host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow as they talk about change itself and what we can learn from Courageous Christians who strive to create change in their lives. We’ll explore what influences them. And you’ll hear how they’ve endured difficult circumstances and uultimately responded by seeking change in the love of Jesus. Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and r...
Mar 07, 2022•55 min•Ep. 111
In this episode, join host Richard Mendelow, his wingman Christy Mendelow, and their guest, Tom Kilgannon, President of Freedom Alliance, as they discuss making choices based on what is real and lasting - the things God says are important (not the world) - and the freedom, the truest freedom, we gain in doing so. Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review it. And share this and all episodes with those who will benefit. To catch all previous episodes and learn more about this mi...
Feb 28, 2022•55 min•Ep. 110
You'll want to make sure to join host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow in this episode of Courageous Christianity. Joined by Pastor Jeff Neal, they'll continue their conversation about values -- not how expensive or cheap things are, but values regarding “what we hold up as important” with our actions, our priorities and our words...and they'll look carefully at God’s values, which we have identified in the Bible, to see how they form a road map for our lives. What you hear in t...
Feb 22, 2022•55 min•Ep. 109
In this episode, host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow dive into a conversation about values...not how expensive or cheap things are, but values regarding “what we hold up as important” with our actions, our priorities and our words...and we look carefully at God’s values, which we have identified in the Bible, to see how they form a road map for our lives. What you hear in this show may very well set you on a new course in your faith and in your life! Please add this podcast to...
Feb 14, 2022•55 min•Ep. 108
Host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow introduce their upcoming series of carefully selected shows from 2021 that further explore the amazing richness of a faithful relationship with our loving Creator. Their hope with this series is for all of us to better understand how our loving relationship with God sets the foundation for everything; our sense of peace, our sense of purpose, our relationships with others, and our perception of the good that we can do. In this episode, you'l...
Feb 07, 2022•55 min•Ep. 107
Join host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow as they again welcome Pastor Jeff Neal from the Logos Community Church in Harlingen, Texas. They wrap up their new year series entitled “The Fullness of Faith.” The focus of this series has been the process of faith. And ultimately this: The processes of faith will work despite this very difficult world. Believe that. We hope you'll listen and hear this very special message! Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and review i...
Jan 31, 2022•55 min•Ep. 106
In this episode, host Richard Mendelow and his wingman Christy Mendelow are joined by Pastor Jeff Neal from the Logos Community Church in Harlingen, Texas. They continue in their new year series entitled “The Fullness of Faith.” The focus of this series is the process of faith. And in this show, they talk about loving your neighbor. Pastor Jeff says that "we need to love up close." Listen in to find out what that means and how we do it! Please add this podcast to your library, rate it, and revie...
Jan 24, 2022•55 min•Ep. 105