Zoweh's Exploring More Podcast is an invitation to conversations committed to sharing our discoveries of the wild and wonderful Kingdom of God… how it works, who we are in it, and the Love and Life that is constantly pursuing us. The Kingdom of God isn’t easy nor is everything in our story good—there are predators and parasites in the spiritual realm, another kingdom, the kingdom of darkness that exists and violently opposes our discovering and becoming more. Exploring More is hosted by Mich ...
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Fatherhood: The Best Job in The World | S4E32
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49:24The Heart of a Father: Leading with Presence, Healing, and Grace In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast, Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings step into the sacred space of fatherhood—a role both powerful and profoundly influential. With studies showing that 92% of family behavior follows the father’s lead, the stakes are high. Michael and SJ unp…
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The Fuel of Fear: How God's Love Disarms the False Self In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast, Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings return to the powerful themes of hiding, proving, and fearing—three intertwined patterns that shape a man’s internal world. They examine how fear fuels a “false self” and keeps men from living in the freedom and lo…
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The Weight of Proving: Finding Worth in God's Love This episode of the Exploring More Podcast delves into the concept of "something to prove" within the broader journey of masculinity and spiritual identity. Hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings examine how men often develop a false self rooted in hiding, proving, and fearing—patterns shaped by bo…
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Living With Nothing To Hide: The Journey from False Self to Freedom In this reflective episode of the Exploring More Podcast, Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings revisit foundational themes of the season—hiding, fearing, and proving—and how these traits are deeply rooted in the false self. Through honest storytelling and personal reflection, they unpa…
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Nothing to Hide, Nothing to Prove, Nothing to Fear | S4E28
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54:51Nothing to Hide, Nothing to Prove, Nothing to Fear: The Journey to Authenticity In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast, Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings unpack a transformative phrase that strikes at the heart of a man’s internal world: “Nothing to hide, nothing to prove, nothing to fear.” Drawing from biblical narratives like Adam’s hiding …
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Brotherhood and the Deep Work of Friendship In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast, Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings dive into the heart of masculine friendship—unpacking the power of vulnerability, time, and intentionality in building deep, lasting brotherhood. They explore the difficulty many men face in creating meaningful relationships, …
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Finding Rhythms: Rest, Reflection, and Brotherhood In the rush of life, how do we maintain the rhythms that keep us grounded? This episode of the Exploring More Podcast dives into the balance between productivity and rest, focusing on the intentional rhythms that connect us with Jesus and with our brothers in faith. Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings…
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Breaking Free: The Journey from Shame to Freedom Shame thrives in silence, convincing us that our worst moments define us. But what if we could name it, face it, and walk into freedom? In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast, Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings continue their deep dive into the journey of healing from shame. Through personal sto…
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From Shame to Holy Regret: Reclaiming Freedom and Healing Shame keeps us stuck—bound to past mistakes, false identities, and wounds we were never meant to carry. But what if we could reframe our regrets and step into healing? In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast, Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings dive deep into the transformation from shame…
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Breaking the Cycle: Finding Freedom from Sexual Shame Shame thrives in silence, especially when it’s tied to sexual experiences and behaviors. In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast, Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings uncover how guilt and shame often drive self-destructive cycles, particularly in the context of pornography and unwanted sexual…
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What Does Shame do to My Identity? | S4E22
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55:01Shame: The Silent Thief of Identity | Breaking Free Through Christ Shame is more than a fleeting emotion—it’s a force that erodes identity, distorts relationships, and keeps us trapped in cycles of self-doubt and self-destruction. In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast, Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings dive deep into the nature of shame, com…
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What Does the Bible say about Shame | EMP S4E21
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39:55Breaking Free from Shame: Jesus’ Power to Heal In this episode of the Exploring More Podcast, hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings continue their deep dive into the impact of shame and the path to freedom. Through biblical stories like Peter’s denial of Christ and the woman at the well, they reveal how Jesus confronts and transforms shame—not wit…
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Understanding the Shame Cycle | EMP S4E20
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49:49From Shame to Freedom: Breaking the Cycle Join hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings in this episode of the Exploring More Podcast as they dive into the universal struggle of shame—how it takes root, thrives in secrecy, and impacts our identity, relationships, and spiritual lives. Drawing from personal experiences, literature, and biblical perspec…
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How God Speaks Through Your Desires | S4E19
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1:02:49How God Speaks Through Our Desires and Experiences Join hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings in this episode of the Exploring More Podcast as they dive into the practice of hearing from God and the importance of discernment. They discuss how God speaks through our deepest desires, the things we love, and life’s unexpected moments, offering encour…
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How Hearing from God Transforms Your Life Join hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings in this episode of the Exploring More Podcast as they explore how hearing from God is not just an experience but a transformational process. When we recognize and respond to His voice, it creates a positive feedback cycle—one that deepens our faith, strengthens ou…
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How Does God Speak to Us? Join hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings as they continue their journey into exploring spiritual truths in this episode of the Exploring More Podcast. This time, they dive into a question that resonates with so many: How does God speak to us? They unpack the incredible and diverse ways God communicates with His people. …
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What’s in the Way of Hearing from God? Join hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings as they continue their journey into exploring spiritual truths in the second topical episode of this series. This time, they tackle a question that resonates with so many: Why can’t I hear God’s voice? Michael and SJ dive into the barriers that often block our abilit…
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God Wants to Speak to You! Join hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings as they dive into the first topical episode of this series. In this thought-provoking and inspiring discussion, Michael and SJ tackle a profound question: Is hearing from God truly for everyone? While their answer is a resounding "YES," they dive deep into the complexities that …
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Happy New Year from the Exploring More Podcast! Join hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings as they kick off an exciting new series to ring in the new year. In this thought-provoking and inspiring episode, Michael and SJ dive into the profound topic of Hearing from God. Together, they unpack what it truly means to hear God’s voice and why it’s such…
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When did you Decide your Parents weren't safe? | S4E13
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57:37Wild at Heart - The Series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXe4GhWn0uc&list=PLjs2zu6yacQWl8Zm5zW1Lxo8dNAXqtdKb&pbjreload=102 In this week’s episode of the Exploring More Podcast, hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings finish up responding to a powerful resource from the Wild at Heart organization. Diving in and knowing your story, and being able t…
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Wild at Heart - The Series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXe4GhWn0uc&list=PLjs2zu6yacQWl8Zm5zW1Lxo8dNAXqtdKb&pbjreload=102 In this week’s episode of the Exploring More Podcast, hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings continue responding to a powerful resource from the Wild at Heart organization. Diving in and knowing your story, and being able to…
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Wild at Heart - The Series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXe4GhWn0uc&list=PLjs2zu6yacQWl8Zm5zW1Lxo8dNAXqtdKb&pbjreload=102 In this week’s episode of the Exploring More Podcast, hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings continue responding to a powerful resource from the Wild at Heart organization. Diving in and knowing your story, and being able to…
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The Story of our connection to John Eldredge & more | S4E10
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44:44Wild at Heart - The Series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXe4GhWn0uc&list=PLjs2zu6yacQWl8Zm5zW1Lxo8dNAXqtdKb&pbjreload=102 In this week’s episode of the Exploring More Podcast, hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings continue responding to a powerful resource from the Wild at Heart organization. With strong personal ties to Wild at Heart, Michael…
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Our Reaction to Wild at Heart - The Series | S4E9
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53:58Wild at Heart - The Series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXe4GhWn0uc&list=PLjs2zu6yacQWl8Zm5zW1Lxo8dNAXqtdKb&pbjreload=102 In this week’s episode of the Exploring More Podcast, hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings kick off a brand-new series responding to a powerful resource from the Wild at Heart organization. With strong personal ties to Wil…
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In this week’s episode of the Exploring More Podcast, hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings bring their series on Kingdom Masculinity to a thoughtful and engaging close. This final installment focuses on the essential and often overlooked subject of romance—exploring how men can and should embrace it as part of their lives in the Kingdom. Michael …
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On this week's episode of the Exploring More Podcast, our hosts talk about intimacy with God. Hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings kick off the discussion by sharing how the scriptures back up intimacy with God, being a key part of Kingdom Masculinity. They dive into the topics of biblical references, modern day parables in movies, and intimacy b…
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On this week's episode of the Exploring More Podcast, our hosts talk about living as your true self vs. your false self. Hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings kick off the discussion by sharing how the enemy can use us to do his work for him through our false self that is operating in us. They dive into the topics of biblical references, modern da…
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On this week's episode of the Exploring More Podcast, we continue to dig into our series on "Kingdom Masculinity" and how it contrasts with "Biblical Masculinity” by exploring Spiritual Warfare. Hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings kick off the discussion by sharing how important it is to be awakened to the fact that spiritual warfare is very rea…
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On this week's episode of the Exploring More Podcast, we begin to dig into our new series on "Kingdom Masculinity" and how it contrasts with "Biblical Masculinity." Hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings kick off the discussion by exploring what it means for men to be image-bearers and how this concept shapes a man's life. They dive into the topic …
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Is Biblical Masculinity the Answer? | S4E3
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49:08In this week's episode of the Exploring More Podcast, we kick off the first series of season 4, diving into the concept of Biblical Masculinity vs. Kingdom Masculinity. Hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings set the stage for this thought-provoking conversation, exploring what biblical masculinity truly means. They raise the important question: is …
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On this week's episode of the Exploring More Podcast, we bring you a special edition recorded live at the Heart of a Warrior Encounter. Host Michael Thompson is joined by Josh Wilson from Uncensored Advice for Men, and together, they have a heartfelt conversation in front of a live audience. In this episode, they explore the three essential things …
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Season 4 of The Exploring More Podcast is finally here, and we couldn't be more excited to share it with you! After a month-long break, we’re returning with some truly captivating and thought-provoking conversations. This season, our aim is to inspire a fresh stirring in the hearts of men, inviting you to dig deeper into your own story and emotions…
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In the latest episode of The Exploring More Podcast, hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings wrap up their discussion on the current state of masculinity, diving deeper into the hope for men today. Building on the entirety of the series and the season, where they explored the importance of recognizing what’s at play, how it is affecting you, and par…
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What is Wrong with Men? What is our Hope...
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42:10In the latest episode of The Exploring More Podcast, hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings continue their thought-provoking discussion on the current state of masculinity, diving deeper into the hope for men today. Building on their previous conversation, where they explored the importance of accurately interpreting one's life and becoming oriente…
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What is Wrong with Men? | Interpreting Your Life...
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49:19In the latest episode of The Exploring More Podcast, hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings tackle a profound and challenging question: What are the odds that you have truly interpreted your life correctly? Building on their previous conversation about biblical masculinity—what it is, and what it should ideally look like—this episode delves into ev…
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What is Wrong with Men? | What is Biblical Masculinity...
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45:51What is Biblical Masculinity? Do we have the right understanding of it? In this week's episode of The Exploring More Podcast, hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings dive deep into these questions as they continue their extensive conversation about the challenges men face today. In the previous episode, they explored the obstacles preventing men fro…
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What is Wrong With Men? | What is in the Way...
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53:06Is there something in the way of masculinity becoming redeemed? In this week's episode of The Exploring More Podcast, hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings dive deep into this question as they continue an extensive conversation about the challenges facing men today. In the previous episode, they explored what might be missing from a man's life and…
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What is Wrong with Men? | What is Missing...
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51:33Is there something missing from masculinity that needs to be redeemed? In this week's episode of The Exploring More Podcast, hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings embark on a thoughtful discussion about the struggles faced by men today. Rather than focusing on what men are doing wrong, they explore what might be missing from a man's life and what …
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In this week's episode of The Exploring More Podcast, hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings continue their discussion on the importance of glory. They explore what it means to discover and embody your own glory in everyday life. This conversation delves into the idea of being image-bearers of God, being restored to an image, highlighting how we ca…
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This week's installment of The Exploring More Podcast delves deeply into the important concept of Glory. Hosts Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings embark on an exploration aimed at understanding whether Glory is in us. Throughout this thought-provoking episode, they tackle the notion of being image-bearers of God, illuminating what it truly means to r…
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This week on The Exploring More Podcast, we are diving into the last part of our series called "The 4 Assumptions," which originated from our weekend events. In this episode, Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings explore assumption number four: "God Still Speaks" a topic they frequently revisit. They emphasize why this assumption is pivotal for experien…
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This week on The Exploring More Podcast, we continue our compelling series titled "The 4 Assumptions," inspired by our weekend events. In this episode, Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings explore assumption number three: “Restoration is Available.” The concept of restoration being available suggests both a state to be restored from and an ideal to be …
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This week on The Exploring More Podcast, we continue our captivating series titled "The 4 Assumptions" derived from our weekend events. In this episode, Michael Thompson and SJ Jennings delve into assumption number two: "There is a War." They use metaphors to illustrate the spiritual forces at play, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and eng…
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This week on The Exploring More Podcast we kick off a series we call the 4 assumptions that come from our weekend events. In this Episode of Exploring More Michael Thompson, and Josh Overton dig into assumption number 1, You are a Kingdom man. What does being a Kingdom man mean, look like, and what is the Kingdom life? MT & JO talk about enhancing …
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In last weeks episode, Michael and SJ talked about spiritual orientation to the bigger story and war that is going on. It is not good for man to go through this story alone. In this Episode of Exploring More Michael Thompson, and SJ Jennings dig into a quote that Zoweh has come to love from Dan Allender. It says “Find like-hearted kings living in t…
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Being attuned, oriented, and aware, of both the good God is up to in your life, and what the enemy is doing in your life is the heart behind the Dangerous For Good Men’s Summits. In this Episode of Exploring More Michael Thompson, and SJ Jennings continue the conversation about DFG summits, and what those summits will look like, more heart behind t…
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The reclaiming of words can be a hard and fragile process. Aslan is not safe, but he is good, Dangerous For Good. In this Episode of Exploring More Michael Thompson, and SJ Jennings start the conversation about what Dangerous For Good means, and what it can look like in a man’s life. As image bearers, we are called to look like Jesus, who was Dange…
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Is hearing from God even possible? Does God still speak? Have you ever wondered these questions? In this Episode of Exploring More Michael Thompson, and Josh Overton tell stories of hearing God’s voice, when they realized that it is for everyone, and the theology behind it. Hearing God’s voice is something that the Father wants all of his beloved S…
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Living in more and more freedom comes from exploring more of the healing that Jesus offers us. As we continue this walk we get to further experience more of the Zoweh John 10:10 life Jesus is talking about. In this Episode of Exploring More Michael Thompson, and SJ Jennings talk about what the recovery of the heart can look like. Using the Healing …
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Walking through life disregarding our wounding, our hurt, and our trauma, is not the life Jesus offers us in John 10:10. Recovery of those experiences and healing is a big piece of the fullness of life that Jesus offers us. In this Episode of Exploring More Michael Thompson, and SJ Jennings talk about what the recovery of the heart can look like. U…
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