<![CDATA[Resilient Disciple Podcast]]>I'm Joey Koontz, husband, father, and a man who has walked my own road of drifting from God and coming back to full surrender to Christ. Through The Resilient Disciple Podcast, I want to walk alongside you as you take your next faithful step, whatever that looks like this week.

I also co-founded Brotherhood Forged, a community for men who are done settling for stuck and are choosing to fight for their faith, their marriages, and their purpose together. Join us at bro4ged.com.

Separately, I offer The Surrendered Man, my personal one on one coaching for men ready to stop starting and stopping and finally surrender the areas they've been avoiding: health, marriage, pride, or purpose. More can be found at joeykoontz.com

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:12:41 GMTWed, 02 Sep 2026 16:15:22 GMT60Joey Koontz<p>I'm Joey Koontz, husband, father, and a man who has walked my own road of drifting from God and coming back to full surrender to Christ. Through The Resilient Disciple Podcast, I want to walk alongside you as you take your next faithful step, whatever that looks like this week.<br /></p><p>I also co-founded Brotherhood Forged, a community for men who are done settling for stuck and are choosing to fight for their faith, their marriages, and their purpose together. Join us at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://bro4ged.com" target="_blank">bro4ged.com</a>.<br /></p><p>Separately, I offer The Surrendered Man, my personal one on one coaching for men ready to stop starting and stopping and finally surrender the areas they've been avoiding: health, marriage, pride, or purpose. More can be found at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://joeykoontz.com" target="_blank">joeykoontz.com</a></p><p></p>episodicJoey Koontzjoey@brotherhoodforged.comno<![CDATA[How to Keep Following Jesus When You Want to Quit.]]>Choosing daily perseverance is difficult when you feel tired or want to quit. Learn how to keep going in your faith when burnout hits. Learn how to Keep following Jesus even when you feel like quitting.

Following Jesus often feels overwhelming when life demands more than you think you can give. Joey Koontz discusses the reality of the daily decision to persevere, even when exhaustion makes you want to stop. This video is for those who are struggling to maintain their spiritual commitment and need practical encouragement to keep moving forward despite the urge to give up.

By understanding the nature of Christian endurance, you can better navigate moments of fatigue and discouragement. This discussion offers a realistic perspective on what it means to stay faithful when motivation fades. You will walk away with a clearer understanding of how to sustain your spiritual walk through the challenges of everyday life.

Subscribe to Resilient Disciple for weekly encouragement on your faith journey. How do you stay motivated when you feel like quitting?

0:00 The Day I Almost Quit
0:28 The Power of Consistent Friendship
2:17 Redefining What It Means to Endure
5:02 Two Moves to Keep Going

]]>aa146ae0-ab5f-4168-9a20-bc2fff9fe390Sat, 05 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Choosing daily perseverance is difficult when you feel tired or want to quit. Learn how to keep going in your faith when burnout hits. Learn how to Keep following Jesus even when you feel like quitting.<br /><br />Following Jesus often feels overwhelming when life demands more than you think you can give. Joey Koontz discusses the reality of the daily decision to persevere, even when exhaustion makes you want to stop. This video is for those who are struggling to maintain their spiritual commitment and need practical encouragement to keep moving forward despite the urge to give up.<br /><br />By understanding the nature of Christian endurance, you can better navigate moments of fatigue and discouragement. This discussion offers a realistic perspective on what it means to stay faithful when motivation fades. You will walk away with a clearer understanding of how to sustain your spiritual walk through the challenges of everyday life.<br /><br />Subscribe to Resilient Disciple for weekly encouragement on your faith journey. How do you stay motivated when you feel like quitting?<br /><br />0:00 The Day I Almost Quit<br />0:28 The Power of Consistent Friendship<br />2:17 Redefining What It Means to Endure<br />5:02 Two Moves to Keep Going</p>no00:06:4514How to Keep Following Jesus When You Want to Quit.full<![CDATA[Why You Can't Commit to God's Plan (And How to Fix It)]]>Struggling with God's calling even when life seems good? Learn how to find the courage to fully commit to your next step.

Many people find themselves in a position where they have a stable job and a boss they respect, yet they still sense a deeper pull. This discussion is for anyone who knows they are meant for more but struggles to take the necessary steps. It examines the tension between maintaining a successful professional life and answering the spiritual devotion that often gets pushed aside.

You might be feeling stuck knowing exactly what is asked of you yet unable to make the move. We address the reality of balancing a career and faith while confronting the fear that stops us from acting. Acknowledging these internal barriers is the first step toward moving forward with purpose.

Subscribe for more reflections on faith and life, and let me know in the comments if you have ever felt this same internal conflict.

0:00 The Struggle of Knowing God's Call
0:55 A Conversation That Changed Everything
2:14 Why Fear Is Not a Sign You Misheard
4:33 Taking the Smallest Next Step

]]>5e5532e6-c0c6-4215-9d3d-fd3e1ed111a4Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:57:26 GMT<p>Struggling with God's calling even when life seems good? Learn how to find the courage to fully commit to your next step.<br /><br />Many people find themselves in a position where they have a stable job and a boss they respect, yet they still sense a deeper pull. This discussion is for anyone who knows they are meant for more but struggles to take the necessary steps. It examines the tension between maintaining a successful professional life and answering the spiritual devotion that often gets pushed aside.<br /><br />You might be feeling stuck knowing exactly what is asked of you yet unable to make the move. We address the reality of balancing a career and faith while confronting the fear that stops us from acting. Acknowledging these internal barriers is the first step toward moving forward with purpose.<br /><br />Subscribe for more reflections on faith and life, and let me know in the comments if you have ever felt this same internal conflict.<br /><br />0:00 The Struggle of Knowing God's Call<br />0:55 A Conversation That Changed Everything<br />2:14 Why Fear Is Not a Sign You Misheard<br />4:33 Taking the Smallest Next Step</p>no00:06:0313Why You Can't Commit to God's Plan (And How to Fix It)full<![CDATA[Surviving Cancer Twice: The Unfiltered Truth About My Faith]]>Going through a cancer diagnosis once is difficult enough, but facing it a second time changes your entire perspective. This video is for anyone currently navigating their own health struggles or seeking to understand the mental and emotional weight of chronic illness. I am moving past the curated online version of my experience to tell you the real, unfiltered story of what these two diagnoses actually taught me.

We will discuss the silence that follows the news and how the second time brings a different kind of challenge. My goal is to provide a candid look at dealing with cancer that goes beyond typical recovery narratives. These are the lessons learned from the quiet moments between appointments and the reality of living through a repeated cancer journey. Whether you are facing your own adversity or supporting someone who is, this perspective may help you find clarity.

Subscribe for weekly personal story breakdowns and honest reflections on navigating life's toughest moments.

0:00 Facing the Same Diagnosis Twice
0:33 Chasing Significance in the Wrong Places
2:37 Who Am I When Everything Crumbles?
5:14 Handing Over the Steering Wheel

]]>0b9a1c64-88f0-4337-9c9e-6e2eda5e20baThu, 03 Sep 2026 12:56:08 GMT<p>Going through a cancer diagnosis once is difficult enough, but facing it a second time changes your entire perspective. This video is for anyone currently navigating their own health struggles or seeking to understand the mental and emotional weight of chronic illness. I am moving past the curated online version of my experience to tell you the real, unfiltered story of what these two diagnoses actually taught me.<br /><br />We will discuss the silence that follows the news and how the second time brings a different kind of challenge. My goal is to provide a candid look at dealing with cancer that goes beyond typical recovery narratives. These are the lessons learned from the quiet moments between appointments and the reality of living through a repeated cancer journey. Whether you are facing your own adversity or supporting someone who is, this perspective may help you find clarity.<br /><br />Subscribe for weekly personal story breakdowns and honest reflections on navigating life's toughest moments.<br /><br />0:00 Facing the Same Diagnosis Twice<br />0:33 Chasing Significance in the Wrong Places<br />2:37 Who Am I When Everything Crumbles?<br />5:14 Handing Over the Steering Wheel</p>no00:06:5412Surviving Cancer Twice: The Unfiltered Truth About My Faithfull<![CDATA[Why I Started This Podcast. (Why You Need it)]]>Welcome to The Resilient Disciple Podcast, biblical truth for men who refuse to stay stuck. In this short introduction, Joey shares why he created the podcast, who it's for, and what you can expect each week as we grow closer to Jesus and learn to live surrendered to Him.

]]>45060575-67e9-49dc-b047-4cd6ba01c27aThu, 03 Sep 2026 12:47:37 GMT<p>Welcome to <b>The Resilient Disciple Podcast</b>, biblical truth for men who refuse to stay stuck. In this short introduction, Joey shares why he created the podcast, who it's for, and what you can expect each week as we grow closer to Jesus and learn to live surrendered to Him.<br /><br /></p>no00:01:371Why I Started This Podcast. (Why You Need it)trailer<![CDATA[What Does It Actually Mean to Be a Resilient Disciple? ]]>Building resilience begins long before a crisis hits. Learn how a simple, consistent daily practice can prepare you to face life's toughest challenges.

This video explores a personal story that reframes what it means to develop strength. Rather than finding courage in the middle of a medical diagnosis, this approach focuses on the small, manageable commitments we make each week. It is for anyone looking to build a foundation of mental stability that holds up when things get difficult.

We break down why the true start of building resilience isn't a dramatic moment, but a quiet decision to show up. You will learn how shifting your focus to a daily habit of personal growth creates the capacity to handle adversity. By applying the concept of starting one Monday at a time, you can establish a framework for long-term consistency.

If you want to master the art of daily habits, subscribe for weekly personal growth breakdowns and let me know in the comments: what is one small practice that helps you stay consistent?

0:00 Beyond the Diagnosis
0:32 Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone
2:58 The Necessity of Having Witnesses
5:22 Stop Waiting for a Crisis

]]>346f19d9-9ece-4f9f-904d-ee58b2429b9eWed, 02 Sep 2026 16:20:12 GMT<p>Building resilience begins long before a crisis hits. Learn how a simple, consistent daily practice can prepare you to face life's toughest challenges.<br /><br />This video explores a personal story that reframes what it means to develop strength. Rather than finding courage in the middle of a medical diagnosis, this approach focuses on the small, manageable commitments we make each week. It is for anyone looking to build a foundation of mental stability that holds up when things get difficult.<br /><br />We break down why the true start of building resilience isn't a dramatic moment, but a quiet decision to show up. You will learn how shifting your focus to a daily habit of personal growth creates the capacity to handle adversity. By applying the concept of starting one Monday at a time, you can establish a framework for long-term consistency.<br /><br />If you want to master the art of daily habits, subscribe for weekly personal growth breakdowns and let me know in the comments: what is one small practice that helps you stay consistent?<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZvLgfqnTjk" target="_blank">0:00</a> Beyond the Diagnosis<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZvLgfqnTjk&amp;t=32s" target="_blank">0:32</a> Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZvLgfqnTjk&amp;t=178s" target="_blank">2:58</a> The Necessity of Having Witnesses<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZvLgfqnTjk&amp;t=322s" target="_blank">5:22</a> Stop Waiting for a Crisis</p>no00:06:4311What Does It Actually Mean to Be a Resilient Disciple? full