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This week, Jamie and Timm sit down with Andrew Odom to talk about faith, service, and what happens when God takes you outside your comfort zone. Andrew shares about growing up with Jamie in Red Level and the influence his Pawpaw had on his relationship with Christ before taking us to Honduras and Orphanage Emmanuel. What began as a mission trip became something much deeper as Andrew and his wife spent time playing with the kids, building relationships, and showing them the love of Christ. The experience left a lasting impact on their family, and today they sponsor three girls from the orphanage.

We all say God comes first. But if someone looked at our calendar, our conversations, and the way we spend our time, would they come to the same conclusion? This week, Jamie and Timm discuss a conviction that came out of an FCA leadership meeting: are we simply too busy, or have we become busy building the wrong things? Looking at Haggai 1, Jesus' words in Matthew 6, and the example we set for our children and those around us, they wrestle with what it really means to seek God's Kingdom first.

This week, we’re talking about what biblical discipline actually looks like in everyday life. Scripture shows us that faithful men and women aren’t built in a single moment. They’re shaped through consistent choices, small acts of obedience, and the decision to keep showing up when motivation disappears. We also get honest about the areas where we struggle with discipline ourselves and talk about how the habits we build in our faith, families, health, work, and everyday lives shape who we are becoming.

Jacob Johnson, head of school at Glenwood School, shares how God used unexpected detours—from childhood in Crawford, Alabama, to a path that nearly led to aviation—to shape his calling in education and faith. In this conversation, he talks about identity, spiritual growth, and the power of planting seeds in students’ lives every day.

If you’re a parent, educator, or believer, this episode will encourage you to trust God’s timing, lead with purpose, and keep pointing people to Christ.

On July 30, 2025, Collin Long's life changed in an instant.

While working at a golf course in Auburn, Alabama, Collin suffered a traumatic brain injury that left doctors fighting to save his life. Airlifted to UAB Hospital in Birmingham, he underwent emergency surgery to remove part of his skull, repair a broken leg, and begin a battle that would stretch over months of rehabilitation in Jacksonville, Florida.

This week, Collin is joined by his mother, Amy, to share their story for the first time on the podcast. Together, they reflect on the terrifying moments after the accident, the countless prayers offered on Collin's behalf, the long road to recovery, and the ways God faithfully carried them through every step.

Last week, Carson Moore shared stories from combat deployments, Army Ranger training, and the moments that brought him back to depending on God. This week, the conversation shifts from the battlefield to the home front.

Carson joins Jamie and Timm to discuss how serving as an Army Ranger shaped his approach to being a husband and father, and how becoming a husband and father changed the way he led and cared for the soldiers under his command. He shares lessons on leadership, sacrifice, responsibility, and what it means to protect and serve both your family and your team.

School’s out, and Nae is back on the mic with Jamie and Timm for one of the most honest and fun episodes yet. Nae looks back on her favorite parts of 1st grade, shares what makes a great dad, and talks about the little things kids notice most from their fathers.

The conversation turns into a powerful reminder for Christian men and fathers: your presence matters more than perfection. Through the eyes of a child, the guys talk about love, encouragement, faith at home, and the responsibility dads have to lead their families well.

This week, Timm and Jamie sit down with Reggie Lewis to hear the incredible story of how God shaped every step of his journey. From serving as a police officer, to working in corporate America, to stepping into one of the hardest battles facing Columbus, GA, Reggie shares how faith led him back to his community with a mission bigger than himself.

Summer break is so close Timm and Jamie can taste it—but so is burnout, short tempers, and the temptation to mentally check out at home. In this episode, they get real about what it’s like to finish the school year strong while still showing up as intentional husbands.

Instead of coasting into summer, they unpack what it actually looks like to put on the Armor of God in the middle of everyday marriage moments. We’re talking patience when you’re exhausted, truth when it’s easier to avoid hard conversations, and leading your home when you’d rather just scroll and shut down.

In this episode, Timm shares powerful conversations from his mission trip to Jamaica, sitting down with two local men whose lives were deeply impacted by Hurricane Melissa. Nigel opens up about being raised in the church, serving alongside disaster relief teams, and the uncertainty of being out of work while waiting for restoration. Ralph reflects on 34 years in the Jamaican army, how his family endured the storm, and his mission to be a light for Christ in his community.

Timm is out this week on a missions trip, so Jamie is holding it down solo.

After a full spring break—coaching a softball game, celebrating his dad’s 61st birthday, and getting some much-needed rest with a family beach trip—this episode takes a step back to talk about something we don’t always emphasize enough: joy.

During Holy Week, it’s easy to focus on the weight and seriousness of what Jesus did. And that matters. But it’s not the whole picture.

Because of Christ, we don’t just have forgiveness—we have life. And that life is meant to be lived with joy.

After a two-week break, Jamie and Timm are back behind the microphones catching up on some big life changes in the Musgrove household. Between moving houses, helping family move, and the chaos of everyday life, it’s easy to realize just how quickly good things can start taking the place of the most important thing.

In this episode, the guys talk honestly about how work, hobbies, responsibilities, and even things we enjoy can quietly become idols if we’re not careful. They dig into the challenge Jesus gives in Matthew 6:33 to seek first the Kingdom of God and what that actually looks like for men trying to lead their families, serve others, and stay grounded in their faith.

What do you do when obedience doesn’t pay off immediately?

This week, we talk about the Big Game, the politicization of both halftime shows, and a recent article claiming the Christian revival was fake and that people are leaving the faith. Culture shifts. Headlines change. Opinions get loud.

But obedience to Christ isn’t about instant results.

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 man ever tries to lead anyone else. This is an honest conversation about faith, family, and stepping into biblical leadership the right way.

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 instead of walking with people and how Scripture consistently shows God shaping leaders through shepherding. Drawing from the lives of Abel, Abraham, and Moses, the conversation ultimately points to Jesus Christ as the perfect model of leadership. This episode challenges men to slow down, stay present, and faithfully shepherd the people God has placed in their care.

 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 truth we heard this week at church: God is the hero of every story — not us.  We then take that truth into Scripture, reflecting on Job chapters 1–10 and the reality of suffering without answers. What can Job teach us about faith when life hurts and victories are nowhere in sight? As we head back into the spring semester, we talk honestly about trusting God, setting goals, and remaining faithful even when the outcome is uncertain. 

 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, and where faith often gets pushed to the margins instead of the center.
 

 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 conversations that truly matter. The holidays soften hearts, open doors, and create space for simple acts of faithfulness that can change a life forever.
 

 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.