The Gospel & Gradebooks Podcast

This week, we sit down with Sam Coley, associate pastor at The River Church in Columbus, Georgia. Sam shares his testimony of finding a real relationship with Jesus, meaningful stories from his family, and why men’s ministry must start with helping men understand their calling to lead at home. We talk about the weight men carry, the responsibility of leadership in the family, and why Jesus’ invitation in John 7:37 matters before a ...

What does faith look like at 35,000 feet?

In this episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, we sit down with Scott Campbell, an airline pilot with over 20 years of experience in the cockpit and an even longer journey of faith. Scott shares stories from his upbringing, lessons learned from helping others, and how his walk with Christ has shaped the way he lives and leads both in the air and on the ground.

We talk about responsibility, tru...

Recorded in the woods around a campfire, Jamie and Timm have an honest conversation about what it means for men to live as shepherds in every role God has given us. From caring for our wives and children, to leading students in the classroom, to the calling of pastors over their congregations, this episode explores why shepherding is relational work—and why men often struggle with it. We talk about the temptation to fix problems in...

Christians are called to stand firm without becoming harsh and to love deeply without compromising truth. In this episode, Timm and Jamie discuss the turmoil we’re seeing in the world and the tension many believers feel when responding to it. We talk about why truth and love were never meant to be separated and how losing either one leads us off course. We also share how we personally keep our focus on God and find peace in Him whe...

What does it really look like to give God the glory — in the wins and in the hard seasons?

In this episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, Timm shares highlights from his family vacation to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, before we shift into a conversation about the College Football Playoffs and the growing number of players boldly giving God the credit for their success. From the national spotlight to everyday life, we wrestle with a powerful...

In this episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, we’re joined by Mike Jones for a thoughtful conversation about faith, creativity, and honoring God through your work. Mike is an accomplished graphic designer and the founder of Creative South, a conference built around community, encouragement, and purpose-driven creativity.

As part of his story, Mike shares about surviving the 1997 cheerleading bus crash involving the University of West...

Every January, men make the same promises: get healthier, make more money, be more disciplined, finally get their life together. But what if the problem isn’t our effort—it’s our foundation?

In this episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, we break down the most common New Year’s resolutions and examine them through a biblical lens. We talk honestly about why so many resolutions fail, how self-focused goals quietly replace surrender, an...

What does Christmas sound like through the voice of a child?

In this special Christmas week episode, Jamie is joined by his daughter Nae to talk about her favorite Christmas movies, songs, gifts, and traditions. It’s fun, honest, and full of joy—exactly what you’d expect when you let a child take the lead.

But the heart of the episode comes when Nae shares the Christmas story in her own words, reminding us that the message of Jesus...

This week, we’re leaning into the heart of the Christmas season with a conversation inspired by Go Tell It on the Mountain. Timm and Jamie kick things off by sharing their favorite Christmas songs — and let’s just say there’s a moment involving Timm that listeners won’t want to miss.

From there, we unpack the incredible opportunities this time of year gives men to share the gospel, invite others to church, and step boldly into conv...

The Christmas season shines bright—but for many men, it also makes the silent battles louder. In this episode, Jamie opens with heartfelt gratitude for the prayers and support following the passing of his dad, Gary. The guys bring some lighthearted fun as they share their top three favorite Christmas movies and debate the most overrated holiday classic. Then the conversation turns real as they dive into the quiet struggles men carr...

The holidays aren’t always easy. For many men, Thanksgiving brings both joy and a heaviness—especially when you’re walking through grief, uncertainty, or watching someone you love struggle. In this episode of the Gospel & Gradebooks podcast, Jamie and Timm get honest about staying thankful even in the dark seasons.

They kick things off with their top three Thanksgiving foods, including a full debate on dressing vs. stuffing (sp...

One year. Dozens of conversations. Countless moments where God showed up. In this anniversary episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, Jamie and Timm open with a special montage from past guests celebrating one year of ministry and encouraging us to keep pushing into year two.

We look back on how this podcast has opened doors, deepened friendships, and expanded the mission. Jamie also shares an important update on his father’s health af...

Let’s be real—most men hit seasons where it feels easier to walk away than stay faithful. When work drains you, marriage feels distant, or your faith runs dry, quitting sounds logical. But faithfulness isn’t proven in comfort—it’s proven in struggle.

In this episode of the Gospel & Gradebooks Podcast, Jamie and Timm challenge men to keep showing up when life gets heavy. Drawing from the stories of Noah, Joseph, Daniel, Paul, an...

Are you spending more time scrolling than seeking? In this week’s Gospel & Gradebooks episode, Jamie and Timm get real about social media habits and spiritual priorities. The guys share their own weekly screen-time reports, dig into Scripture about idolatry and distraction, and challenge men to put the Word before the world.

You’ll walk away with practical steps — from opening your Bible before your phone, to taking a full Satu...

Anger is one of the easiest traps men fall into. We tell ourselves that exploding at work, snapping at our kids, or raising our voice in marriage proves we’re strong. But the truth is, anger doesn’t make us men — it makes us slaves.

In this episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, Jamie and Timm get real and vulnerable about their own struggles with anger — including a moment from today. They unpack the difference between righteous ange...

Comparison is one of Satan’s most dangerous lies to men. In this episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, Jamie, Timm, and special guest Marty Richburg—who brings over 20 years of experience as a school administrator—dig into how the trap of comparison impacts our finances, our families, and even our walks with God. Instead of measuring ourselves against other men, we’re called to fix our eyes on Christ and pursue His unique calling for...

One of the enemy’s greatest lies to men is that strength means standing on your own. In this episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, Jamie and Timm confront the myth of self-sufficiency head-on. Jamie shares how trying to handle fertility struggles on his own left him broken—until he stepped out of God’s way and watched Him write a better story through the gift of their daughter, Nae. Timm highlights biblical examples of men like Saul,...

Success isn’t what the world says it is. In this episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, Jamie and Timm expose five lies Satan tells men about success: your worth is in your work, money equals security, more hustle means more purpose, status proves manhood, and retirement is the finish line. We share personal stories of when we believed these lies and open Scripture to discover what God really says about purpose, provision, and true su...