Best Colonel Richard J. Mendelow (Ret Podcasts (2025)

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Faith in Action 5:36

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Send us a text What does your life reveal about what you believe? James 2 makes a simple point: faith that never moves isn’t faith. It’s talk. So, ask yourself: when God puts something in front of you, do you act on it? Do your choices confirm the convictions you claim? And if someone looked at how you handled responsibility this week, would they s…

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Draw the Line 5:44

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Send us a text Where do you draw the line? In 1 Corinthians 5, Paul warns believers not to withdraw from the world—but not to blend in with it either. The line is clear: engage the world without becoming like it. But how do you live that way in today’s culture—when compromise hides behind kindness and tolerance wears the mask of love? In this episo…

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Thank Him — In All Circumstances 5:32

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Send us a text What if the one command you keep overlooking is the very weapon God designed to change your heart—and your world? In this “Moment of Truth” from the weekly radio show “Courageous Christianity with Richard Mendelow,” Colonel Richard J. Mendelow (Ret) unpacks 1 Thessalonians 5:18: “Give thanks in all circumstances.” Not some. Not the e…

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Immediate Action Drills for the Christian Warrior 6:50

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Send us a text When life hits hard, do you react—or respond? In the military, Immediate Action Drills train you to respond without hesitation when chaos erupts. The same principle applies to your faith. Second Timothy 2:15 says, “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved.” That means preparing your mind and heart before the fight begi…

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Overcome the Darkness 6:47

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Send us a text In a world consumed by chaos, compromise, and hate, it’s easy to lose sight of what’s right. But Romans 12:21 says, “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” In this week’s “Moment of Truth” from the weekly radio show “Courageous Christianity with Richard Mendelow,” Colonel Richard J. Mendelow (Ret) exposes how evil …

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Who’s in Command? 4:18

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Send us a text Who’s really in command of your life? Psalm 144:15 says, “Happy are the people whose God is the Lord.” But this isn’t about feelings—it’s about allegiance. When God is Lord, your priorities change. Your strength, discipline, and purpose fall into line under His command. In this “Moment of Truth” from the weekly radio show “Courageous…

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Put Away Childish Ways 5:13

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Send us a text “When I became a man, I put the ways of childhood behind me.” (1 Corinthians 13:11 NIV) Paul wasn’t talking about age—he was talking about growing up in Christ. Faith that stays childish cannot withstand the pressures of today’s world. To stand firm in Christ, you must put away shallow thinking, selfish reasoning, and spiritual immat…

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Courage is a Choice 9:24

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Send us a text Romans 12:9 commands us: Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder, we are reminded of the hate, deception, and distraction pressing in on our world. Yet Charlie’s life pointed to something higher. He was careful with his words, disciplined in his thinking, and sincere in his…

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Stand Firm in the Darkness 8:26

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Send us a text Charlie Kirk’s assassination shook us all. On the eve of 9/11’s remembrance, we’re confronted with the full force of darkness pressing in on our world. Violence, corruption, and compromise surround us on every side. Philippians 2:15–16 commands us: “Do everything without grumbling or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure…

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Built for a Mission 2:55

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Send us a text You were built by God for a mission. Ephesians 2:10 says you are His handiwork, created in Christ Jesus for good works prepared in advance. That means your life has orders—straight from the Commander. So here’s the question: are you carrying them out? This week on "Moment of Truth," Colonel Richard J. Mendelow (Ret) calls Christian m…

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Guarding What Is Holy 5:48

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Send us a text Jesus warned in Matthew 7:6: “Do not give dogs what is holy; do not throw your pearls before pigs, lest they trample them underfoot and turn to attack you.” Look around—what does this world really reward? Not righteousness, humility, or brotherly love. Instead, it rewards that which is not of God, leaving men enslaved to anger, sin, …

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Choose the Truth 5:28

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Send us a text If you want more of God, you have to make room for Him. That means rejecting the lies of the world and replacing them with the Truth of God’s Word. James 4:4 warns that friendship with the world is enmity with God. In this "Moment of Truth," Colonel Richard J. Mendelow (Ret) calls men to stop drifting, resist compromise, and step int…

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What Your Choices Say About You 6:05

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Send us a text You say you want more of God. But are your choices proving it? Jesus said, “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much” (Luke 16:10). The little things—your words, your habits, your follow-through—are revealing your true heart’s desire before God. What’s your record? Are you living in a way that draws you c…

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What Do You Want More? 8:35

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Send us a text You say you want more of God. But what do you want more? More time in the Word—or more time on your phone? More peace—or more control? More godly influence—or more comfort in your current circle? In this week’s “Moment of Truth,” Colonel Richard J. Mendelow (Ret) shares one simple question that exposes what’s pulling you away from Je…

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Disruptive Faith: The Strength of Surrender 3:34

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Send us a text What if the next step in your faith isn’t bigger—but smaller? Last week’s “Moment of Truth” called us to disruptive faith. This week, Colonel Richard J. Mendelow (Ret) takes it further—with a simple verse that reorders everything: “He must increase, but I must decrease.” —John 3:30 In a world chasing recognition, Scripture points to …

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Disruptive Faith: Has Jesus Really Changed You? 2:36

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Send us a text What if the very thing you're holding onto is what’s holding you back? Jesus didn’t come to improve your life—He came to transform it. In this week’s “Moment of Truth,” Colonel Richard J. Mendelow (Ret) challenges Christian men to stop clinging to comfort and control and instead embrace the disruption of real faith. Are you willing t…

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When Pressure Hits 5:38

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Send us a text Some moments in life demand a deeper kind of response. This week's Moment of Truth challenges Christian men to think beyond knee-jerk reactions. When tragedy strikes or pressure mounts, it’s easy to respond with frustration or just pull back. But Scripture shows us there’s another way. So, what does your response reveal? Are you reac…

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When Tragedy Strikes: In the Midst of the Unthinkable 4:32

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Send us a text When the unthinkable happens, what holds you up? In this week’s “Moment of Truth,” Colonel Richard J. Mendelow (Ret) shares a powerful reminder from Psalm 145:13: “The Lord is trustworthy in all He promises and faithful in all He does.” This isn’t theory. It’s the Truth for the hardest days. If you’re hurting—or walking with someone …

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Freedom Isn’t Just a Right—It’s a Mission 3:54

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Send us a text What do you do when evil seems to be winning? You don’t retreat. You don’t grow silent. And you definitely don’t stop doing good. In this week’s “Moment of Truth,” Colonel Richard J. Mendelow (Ret) issues a clear challenge from Psalm 37: “Trust in the Lord and do good.” This isn’t passive. It’s the front line of your faith. As a Chri…

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It’s Not About Circumstances—It’s About Who You Follow 4:22

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Send us a text Your circumstances don’t have the final word—Jesus does. Episode 2 of "Moment of Truth," the powerful new short-form podcast from the weekly radio show "Courageous Christianity with Richard Mendelow," brings a focused reminder from Colonel Richard J. Mendelow (Ret): your mindset matters. Your perspective shapes your walk. And real pe…

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God’s Mission for Fathers 6:15

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Send us a text What’s the story your life is telling? When it comes to fatherhood, the real testimony isn’t in what you say—it’s in how you show up. In this first episode of “Moment of Truth”—a new short-form podcast bringing Scriptural clarity and real-world challenge for Christian men—Colonel Richard J. Mendelow (Ret) reminds us: your children ar…