The Redeemed Man

From probation officer to receptionist to pastor, Chris de Monyé didn’t follow the typical path of a faith leader—but his unusual journey taught him a lot. Now the lead pastor of Village Church in metro Vancouver, British Columbia, Chris talks with Nate Dewberry this week about atonement, leadership, marriage, and humility. He also offers insightful advice for how men can be open about their brokenness without accepting sin and fai...

Reward Sibanda admits he experienced some culture shock when he went from the community-oriented culture of Zimbabwe to the individualism—and temptations—of the United States. But he shares the lessons he learned about personal freedom, sin, and redemption with Nate Dewberry in this week’s podcast, along with his thoughts on how fasting elevates our spirits and deepens our connection with God.

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As a technician in the power industry, TJ Mackenzie was part of a “manly” profession in which stress was high and talking about emotions was discouraged. It nearly destroyed his marriage. Through counseling, he got the help he needed and now provides counseling and relationship coaching for men in similar situations. TJ talks this week about his journey and what he’s learned about sharing emotions honestly.

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As the son of immigrants, a successful businessman, and former pastor, Tommy Lee has learned plenty about relating to God and bringing his faith to work. This founder and president of Resource Global talks with Redeemed founder Paul Amos this week about how servant leadership is transforming countries around the globe. They even talk some about fantasy football.

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Picked up at age 12 for smoking pot and inadvertently setting a building on fire, Allen Bonnell was an unlikely candidate to become one of southeast Kentucky’s most successful and charismatic pastors. He talks with friend (and former colleague) Nate Dewberry about his improbable journey, the importance of making marriage a partnership, and what he’s learned about helping people discover the true nature of Christ’s love for themselv...

The son of a pastor and former music industry exec, Daniel McLeod can be found most Friday nights on Nashville’s Broadway. But he isn’t partying—he’s sharing the word of God with bouncers, barhoppers, and anyone who’ll listen. Daniel shares about those experiences and what he’s learned about youthful rebellion, initiating conversations about God, and mentorships.

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Across Colorado, California, and Texas, Ryan Wekenman has heard Christ’s message—and heeded his calling—in many different places and seasons of his life. This week, the author and teaching pastor at Red Rocks Austin shares how supportive, honest friends helped “accelerate” his spiritual journey. Also discussed: staying focused amidst a world of distractions, and the challenges and opportunities singles face as they look for love wh...

As we celebrate Easter week, Nate Dewberry offers a brief but powerful message about the meaning of Easter, the significance of Christ’s compassion, and Christ’s power to transform us all—no matter how far gone we think we are.

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People in the Columbus, Georgia, area see Jason Dennis every evening on their TV screens as a local news anchor. In this week’s episode, we get to know what he’s like when he’s not in front of the camera. Jason talks with Nate Dewberry about everything from reporting difficult news stories to his goal of running a marathon in all 50 states—and about how relying on God rather than himself has helped him weather challenging times as ...

At first, Grant Scarborough didn’t want to go to med school or return to his hometown. But Columbus, Georgia, proved to be the perfect place to build and grow a new kind of clinic. Half healthcare center, half mission, MercyMed offers hope and dignity to the city’s poorest citizens. This week, “Doc” Scarborough shares with Paul Amos his journey to becoming “the best-paid missionary in the United States…[and] the poorest-paid doctor...

Steve Watson played many positions for the Michigan Wolverines and even broke into the NFL. But when his football career ended, Steve found himself without identity or direction. As he learned to listen for God’s voice, Steve found a new calling through the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, inspiring other young men. Steve talks this week about finding identity in Jesus, the strength in vulnerability, and staying true to yourself i...

Alain Alfonso’s life journey has made many stops—childhood in Guatemala, Bible study in Argentina, college in the U.S., and now a position as pastor at Harvest Community Church in Wisconsin. Through frustrations, failures, and false starts, Alain persevered through it all, believing God used that suffering to help him grow. This week, Alain shares the challenges of adapting to a new culture and how he helps people identify their sp...

Nick Cash wears many hats—chaplain in the Georgia Army National Guard, devoted husband, father of four, and associate pastor at Cityscape Church in Columbus. This week, he shares about the joys of fostering and adoption, how community enriches our spiritual journeys, and the perspective he gained on Scripture while deployed to an active combat zone in Iraq. Plus, advice for men who want to deepen their Bible study but aren’t sure w...

When Payton Linder appeared on The Redeemed Man in 2023, he’d joined The Redeemed’s small groups looking for understanding and direction for a life upended by the COVID pandemic. He’s since become the Small Groups Coordinator at The Redeemed to help guide men on their own challenging journeys. This week Payton talks with founder Paul Amos about how the ministry saw his faith restored and the opportunities that vulnerability present...

Growing up in an “unhealthy, negligent” household, Paul Bullard waited a long time to find people who felt like family and discover his purpose in Christ. In the waiting, Paul learned a lot about stewarding God-given talents and living by His timing. He now works as a staffer at Highlands College in Birmingham, Alabama and talks this week with Redeemed founder Paul Amos about how his path has shaped him as a disciple.

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After a challenging year of family crises, a career setback, and other major life changes, a pastor suggested Adam Churchwell get involved at Crossroads, the inpatient addiction recovery program of Valley Rescue Mission in Columbus, Georgia. Adam talks this week about the ups and downs of working with men in recovery and how it’s altered his perspective on everything including serving the Lord, parenting, and the importance of nurt...

From the age of 6, Grant Troutt’s entire identity was wrapped up in playing basketball. But after a series of injuries in college, Grant was finally inspired to seek his identity where it truly belonged—in God. This week, Grant shares about his work as a youth minister in Tennessee, where he and his family are working to pass along lessons that shaped his spiritual journey to a new generation.

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Though he grew up attending church, Drew Jackson admits he was mostly “checking the boxes” in his faith. That changed when he and his wife were introduced to Big Oak Ranch, a ministry near Springville, Alabama that provides a home for abused and neglected kids. Now the Cattle Director at Big Oak, Drew shares about his spiritual journey, reluctant road to becoming a ranch hand, and the transformations he’s witnessed among the kids i...

“Generation Z” has been painted with plenty of stereotypes: flaky, unable to handle adversity, always staring at their phones. However, Gage Henry has gotten to know this generation through his work as college and community pastor at Auburn Community Church in Alabama. The traits he’s seen in them might surprise you—and inspire hope for a brighter future. This week, Gage talks about this and the work he and his wife are doing with ...