Let’s Talk Fortitude

64. Brian Sexton | Forgiveness & Encouragement Conference in WV

Al & Lisa Robertson join Brian Sexton on Nov 8th for the Forgiveness & Encouragement Conference in Huntington, WV. The current venue is the Bible Apostolic Church in Huntington. Brian has asked that all who are interested in attending please reach out to him. I will have Brian's contact information listed below. Al, Lisa, and Brian have been excellent friends for several years, and the planning for this conference has been in the works for a long time. Brian's heart is to make this available to as many folks in WV as possible. However, he needs to hear from all interested parties to make that possible. Brian will change the venue to accommodate all who wish to attend if required.
Moreover, please let Brian know if you want to participate by becoming a sponsor. You can reach Brian at sextonbrian13@gmail.com, Bible Apostolic Church, Huntington, WV, or contact me, and I will connect you with Brian.

63. Discipleship & Mentoring Part II with Brent, Big Daddy, Todd and Collin

The group is back for part II to continue the conversation that was started in part I a few months back. Due to logistic complications, we recorded this episode remotely. To catch up on the episode, I scroll down through the playlist. This group of men will always have a very special place in my life.

62. Kopper & Kash | Lazarus Come Forth | From Nashville to Worship Leading to Pastoring to Barn Raising

A huge shout out to Brother Tim Todd for connecting us with the Pennycoffs', Jeff, Tonja, Mia, and Ava. It is also huge that you to the Pennycoffs for taking the time to be our guests. In this episode, we talk about the beginning of their walk with Christ. That walk has led them from Nashville to becoming a worship leader and starting a home church. Little did Jeff and Tonja know that God had much bigger plans. That led to tent meetings, which led to a meetings in Jeff's workshop, to a dream that Tonja's mom had, which led to an old fashion post and beam barn raising where Jeff and Tonja are now Pastor. Here is the link to their Facebook page and YouTube channel.

61. Paul Stephens | After The Gun Shots | OCS | Mentorship to Discipleship | WFR Church | Family

Paul Stephens is a Loving Husband, Dedicated Father and Grandfather, mentor, Disciple, Elder, and Teacher. Paul is the first person Phil Robertson shared Jesus with! In this podcast, we asked Paul to take us through his story and talk about those influential in his life during those troubling and challenging times. Some of those that Paul mentions (please excuse the spelling) are OCS Football Coach Wayne Sprole, William Guyton, and Carl Allison. Paul talks of their sweet, loving wife, Kim, and what a rock she has been for him and their family. Paul also talks about his relationship with Phil Robertson, the Duck Commander, and how their relationship started at OCS when Phil was Paul's baseball coach. One thing led to another, and as their relationship grew, Phil led Paul to Jesus Christ. From there, they spent hours running fish nets together and talking about Jesus. Paul became family to the Robertsons and was the first reed builder for Duck Commander and tunned duck calls. We are so blessed that Paul took the time to be our guest and tell us how Jesus worked in his life After The Gun Shoots. Paul talked about his story on the Unashamed Podcast several years ago. 

60. Mart Goff Noe | Two Weeks to Forever | Author and Childhood Friend | Pastor John & Hope Goff

Marty Goff Noe is one of my all-time favorite childhood friends! We were next-door neighbors for approximately seven years. Some years of which her mom and dad, Hope and John Goff, played a massive role in my life. They stepped in and helped my dad when my mom and dad separated. They would take me to church, get me off to school, take me on church retreats, but most of all, they loved me! Marty's book "Two Weeks to Forever" is an excellent read! This comes from someone who reads Bible commentaries, biographies, prepping, etc. It was a very eloquent read and very tastefully written. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Moreover, I hope you enjoy my interview with the author, Marty Goff Noe, as we dive into what inspired her to write this. 

Two Weeks to Forever can be purchased here! 

59. Randy Beausoliel | Former Navy SEAL | 2A | Home Defense | Body Armor | Tactical Training | EDC

Having my friend Randy Beausoleil back on the podcast is always an honor and a pleasure. Randy is a former Navy SEAL with 34 years of service to our country. Randy was instrumental in getting the Navy's JTAC program developed and operating correctly. He was Platoon Leader and sniper leader of the only combat swimmer operation to date when he and three others blew up Manuel Noriega's boat during Operation Just Cause. Randy is also a published author of "Un-Wavered" and Pilot. This episode discusses our 2A rights, EDC, Home Defense choices, body armor, and tactical training. Randy was also a guest on the Never Quit Podcast with Marcus Luttrell. Please subscribe, share, like, and leave a comment.

Randy's episode on the Never Quit Podcast

58. Jason Creel | The Lawn Care Life

I have been watching Jason for several years via his YouTube Channel, The Lawn Care Life. Jason is a man of faith and isn't ashamed to share it. He has helped thousands by explaining DIY methods for killing weeds and fertilizing yards. Jason also advises those who are inspired to start their own businesses. You can follow Jason on his YouTube channel, The Lawn Care Life.

57. Reggie Woodrum | From Deep In The WV Appalachian Mountains | Talking Faith | Coyote Trapping | Barber Shop

Reggie and I are from the same county in Southern West Virginia. Reggie posts many pictures of his coyote trapping, family, and church on his FB page. It is easy to see what is essential to Reggie and where he puts his priorities.

56. Keith Graves | Lakewood Church Shooting | Congregation Reaction Active Shooter Situations

Keith Graves retired from the LAPD after 30 years. He uses that experience to train church security teams across the United States and offers a plethora of online training at no charge. I asked Keith about the typical reaction of congregations in an active shooter situation. His answer was alarming. Unfortunately, our time has brought us to this point. Keith has a YouTube channel, and I will provide the link below. Please tell your Pastoral Staff about Keith.
Moreover, ask your Pastor if your church has a security team. I will leave the link below to Keith's video, which breaks down the officer's reaction during the Lakewood Church shooting. Thank you for watching. Please share, leave a comment, like, and subscribe.

https://www.youtube.com/@UC36QmLuEeJm9sMCEQ0Ahhog https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7PZkWnbcsA

55. Father & Son Mark and Grant Taylor | Permission To Fail | A Father's Prayer for Struggle

I first met Grant on my WFR Retreat a couple of years back. I met Grant's father, Mark, on the Fall 2023 WFR Retreat and immediately felt as though I had known Mark my entire life. After several conversations throughout the weekend, I knew I had to get Mark on the podcast. It just so happened that we got Mark and Grant on together. Todd and I agreed that we have never laughed so much at any other podcast we have recorded. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did.