Unleashed

Brent Henderson

The world doesn't need better hunters, better businessmen, or even better churchgoers. It needs men whose hearts have been unleashed by Jesus Christ.

Join author, speaker, pastor, and lifelong outdoorsman Brent Henderson as he explores what it means to become the man God created you to be. Drawing from decades in the outdoors, real-life experiences, and the unchanging truth of Scripture, Brent challenges men to reject passivity, embrace their God-given purpose, and become dangerous for good.

Whether the lesson comes from a tree stand, a hospital room, a mountaintop, or a valley, every episode points to one truth: when a man fully surrenders his life to Christ, everything changes.

We are the resistance.

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S1 · E167
Monday · 32 min
The Way of the Wise Warrior
Episode 167 — The Way of the Wise Warrior What does it mean to become a Wise Warrior? In Episode 167 of Unleashed, Brent Henderson explores what happens when a man stops trying to prove his strength and begins using everything God has taught him to serve, lead, mentor, and leave a legacy in others. From watching legendary guitarist Dann Huff practice the fundamentals in a Nashville recording studio, to men whose lives have been changed through mentoring and discipleship, Brent examines why wisdom takes time—and why even our scars can become someone else’s roadmap. But the heart of this episode is deeply personal. Brent shares the final days of his father’s life, the difference between an inheritance and a legacy, and a childhood memory of jumping from the steps into his dad’s arms. Decades later, those same steps take on a very different meaning as he watches his father’s casket being carried away. “We never graduate from trust. The steps just get higher.” This is an episode about Christian manhood, fatherhood, faith, purpose, mentorship, aging well, finishing well, and trusting God with whatever part of the trail remains. Plus, Brent challenges men to stop waiting for the perfect circumstances to live the life God has given them: Pick up your sword. Trust your Father. And brother—let’s light this candle. Resources: The Big Five Man Killers and the free Facilitator’s Guide are available at WarnerPress.org.
S1 · E166
September 13 · 18 min
GAME ON — Don’t Quit Before the Story Is Over
What happens when you think you’ve blown your opportunity? Brent watched a mature whitetail standing forty yards away and wrestled with whether to take the shot. He waited. He hesitated. And eventually, the opportunity walked away. He thought it was over. The next evening, Brent made one decision that changed everything: he showed up again. In Episode 166 of Unleashed, Brent shares the story behind a buck that still hangs on his wall today—and why that hunt has become a reminder of something much bigger than deer hunting. Sometimes relationships get wounded. Words are spoken. People are misunderstood. Pride gets involved, and what once mattered to us can begin to look beyond repair. Brent shares an unexpected update to the personal story he told last week and what happened when grace became more important than keeping score. Then he turns to Jesus’ story of two very different sons and the Father who loved them both. One son was lost in rebellion. The other was lost in self-righteousness. But the Father went after both of them because He wanted both of His boys at the party. Showing up doesn’t guarantee the outcome. You can’t control what someone else does with your apology, your forgiveness, or your outstretched hand. But as Romans 12:18 reminds us, “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” Maybe you think you’ve already blown your chance. Maybe the story isn’t over. Don’t quit. Show up again. GAME ON.
S1 · E165
September 6 · 27 min
Dangerous for Good: When the Tide Changes
Dangerous for Good: When the Tide Changes What does it really mean to be dangerous for good? In Episode 165 of Unleashed, Brent Henderson shares a harrowing story from Alaska’s Cook Inlet and a recent experience of being misunderstood to explore what biblical manhood looks like when the tide changes. Sometimes strength isn’t fighting back, proving you’re right, or pushing harder—it’s listening, extending grace, understanding what’s beneath the surface, and being willing to take a different route. Discover why men need brotherhood instead of trying to be Rambo, how our experiences shape our beliefs, and why a dangerous-for-good man becomes dangerous to the anger, lust, shame, fear, pride, and lies that threaten the people God has called him to love.
S1 · E164
August 31 · 28 min
Practice Forges the Man
Episode 164: Practice Forges the Man | Discipline, Purpose & Becoming the Man God Created You to Be You don’t become the man you were created to be by accident. You become that man through practice. In Episode 164 of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson tackles one of the most overlooked parts of becoming a stronger man: doing the right things over and over again until they become part of how you live. Whether it’s learning an instrument, becoming a better archer, growing as a husband and father, strengthening your faith, or simply becoming more disciplined, growth requires repetition. Nobody picks up a bow for the first time and shoots like a pro. Nobody sits down at a piano and skips the scales. And nobody becomes a godly, purposeful man without putting what he believes into practice. Brent shares personal stories from music, archery, fatherhood, and his own life to show why practice isn’t about perfection—it’s about preparation. The things you repeatedly practice today are shaping how you live tomorrow. In this episode, you’ll discover: • Why knowing your purpose isn’t enough—you have to practice it • How repetition builds confidence, character, and discipline • Why failure is part of getting better • What archery, music, and breaking boards can teach us about becoming stronger men • Why spiritual growth requires more than good intentions You don’t rise to the man you hope to become. You practice becoming him. Because when a man knows who he is in Christ, knows what he was created for, and starts putting it into practice—he’s become unleashed for good.
S1 · E163
August 22 · 32 min
Are You Loving Her Well?
What does it really mean to love your wife well? It’s more than flowers, date nights, notes by the coffee pot, or saying the right words. Sometimes love looks like sleeping on an uncomfortable hospital couch. Sometimes it means sitting on the floor with her when life feels like too much. Sometimes it means listening when everything inside you wants to defend yourself. In this deeply personal episode of Unleashed, Brent talks honestly about what he’s still learning in his own marriage: how to show up, how to listen without trying to fix everything, why a husband should never stop pursuing his wife, and the principle of “Love More. Need Less.” You’ll also hear three questions every husband should be willing to ask himself—and a reminder that loving well isn’t something we do only when our marriage is struggling. It becomes a way of life. And stay through the end for Brent’s new song, “Put Your Hand in Mine,” a song born out of his and Stacy’s own story of holding on to each other through the highs, the lows, and everything in between. “Put Your Hand in Mine” — written and composed by Brent Henderson; recording produced with AI-assisted music tools.
S1 · E162
August 16 · 19 min
Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda
Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda What happens when life reminds you that you're not in control? After historic flooding devastated communities across central Indiana, this episode wrestles with a question that reaches far beyond the floodwaters: Do we really trust God—or do we only trust Him when life is going where we think it should? We say, “Here am I, Lord, send me,” but too often we add our own conditions. We say, “Jesus, take the wheel,” but then we start steering with our knees. In this episode of Unleashed, we talk about trusting God, surrendering control, following the leading of the Holy Spirit, and learning to stop “shoulding” on ourselves. What's the difference between faith and passivity? Between wisdom and fear? How do we do what's ours to do while trusting God with what isn't? Faith isn't doing nothing and calling it trust. Faith is doing what God has put in your hands—and trusting Him with what He hasn't. You can't control tomorrow, so stop sacrificing today trying to. You go. You do. You live. No more shoulda, woulda, coulda. And for those of you who remember me from my years in music, I've put together a brand-new original song specifically for this episode. Stay through the end to hear “Shoulda Woulda Coulda.” Scripture: Isaiah 6:8, Isaiah 43:2, John 10:10
S1 · E161
August 10 · 27 min
I Was Made For Home
I Was Made for Home What if the deepest longing you've ever felt wasn't meant to be satisfied here? Why do moments of beauty, love, joy, and even heartbreak leave us searching for something more? In this episode of The Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson explores the deep longing every human heart carries—the longing for Home. Through personal stories, Scripture, and heartfelt reflection, Brent reveals why our deepest longings point beyond this world and why the desire for Home may be one of the greatest clues that we were made for more than this world. If you've ever wrestled with questions about purpose, suffering, or why this life never seems to completely satisfy, this episode will encourage your faith and remind you that your heart has been pointing toward your true home all along. In this episode, you'll discover: Why every heart longs for something more How beauty, love, and loss awaken our desire for Home Why this world can never fully satisfy the human soul How hope in Christ changes the way we live today The life-changing truth behind the words, "I Was Made for Home." If this episode encourages you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs hope today.
S1 · E160
August 2 · 24 min
The Day the Predator Became the Prey
What do lions, African safaris, bowhunting, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ have in common? More than you might think. In this episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson takes you deep into the African bush, where predators patiently study their prey before launching an attack. Through true stories from Africa, personal hunting experiences, and biblical truth, Brent reveals how Satan operates in much the same way—watching, waiting, whispering lies, and looking for the perfect opportunity to steal, kill, and destroy. But the cross changed everything. When Jesus was crucified and laid in the tomb, Satan believed he had won. What he never saw coming was Resurrection Sunday—the day the predator became the prey. In this episode you'll discover: • Why the Bible compares Satan to a roaring lion (1 Peter 5:8) • What Africa teaches us about spiritual warfare • The incredible true story of South African ranger Harry Wolhuter's lion attack and miraculous survival • How predators study patterns—and why the enemy studies ours • Practical lessons from trail cameras, bowhunting, scent control, and stealth • How to recognize and defeat the lies of the enemy with the truth of God's Word • Why the resurrection of Jesus forever changed the battle Brent also shares how his new eight-week men's Bible study, The Big Five Mankillers: Declawing the Lies of the Enemy, equips men to recognize Satan's lies, replace them with God's truth, and become dangerous for good. A free downloadable Facilitator's Guide is available at WarnerPress.org, making it easy for any man to lead this study with his church, small group, or band of brothers. The episode concludes with Brent's powerful new original song, "The Day the Predator Became the Prey." If you've ever battled fear, shame, temptation, discouragement, or the enemy's lies, this episode will remind you that because of Jesus Christ, the battle has already been won. Remember... we are the resistance.
S1 · E159
July 26 · 25 min
Do They See the Face of Jesus... or Just Me?
Do people see the face of Jesus when they encounter you—or do they just see you? In this episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson shares powerful lessons from the hunting woods about what others see, hear, and experience through our lives. Drawing from his weekend at the World Deer Expo, Brent connects a hunter’s desire not to be seen, heard, or smelled with three important questions every follower of Christ should ask: What do people see when they look at me? What do they hear when I speak? What aroma do I leave behind after I’m gone? Through unforgettable stories involving a hunter struggling with anger, a generous hotel concierge, an injured Uber driver, an unexpected airport conversation about a failing marriage, and a young woman Brent met on an airplane nearly ten years ago, this episode reveals how God can use ordinary moments as divine appointments. Based on the biblical truth that believers are called to be “the aroma of Christ,” Brent challenges us to live in a way that points people beyond ourselves and toward Jesus. Before your next conversation, meeting, or trip into the woods, ask yourself: Do they see the face of Jesus—or do they just see me?
S1 · E158
July 19 · 22 min
The Lion Lives in Me: Picking Up My Sword Again
What if the greatest battle you're facing isn't against the world—but against the lie that you're not enough? In this deeply personal episode, Brent Henderson shares how wounds and discouragement caused him to lay down his music for nearly twenty years, and how God called him to pick it back up again. He also reflects on the lessons learned after open-heart surgery and the powerful reminder spoken over him in the hospital: "Until Jesus calls you home, you are invincible." If you've ever felt disqualified, ashamed, or like your best days are behind you, this episode is a reminder that God isn't finished with you. The lion still lives within every man who belongs to Christ. It's time to rise, embrace your calling, and pick up your sword again!
S1 · E157
July 12 · 30 min
I'm Going Home
Episode 157: I’m Going Home — Finding Hope in the Face of Death, Grief, and Loss What happens when death suddenly feels close? In this deeply personal episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson wrestles with mortality, grief, loss, and the Christian hope of heaven after receiving the unexpected news that his longtime friend Mark Apple had died from a sudden heart attack. Just 48 hours earlier, Brent had witnessed a serious motorcycle accident and found himself kneeling beside an injured woman trapped beneath a vehicle, holding her hand and praying. Coming less than a year after Brent’s own quadruple bypass heart surgery, these moments brought one unavoidable truth into sharp focus: life is fragile, tomorrow is not promised, and every one of us is going home someday. Brent also shares the powerful story behind “I’m Going Home,” a song he wrote in 1988 while traveling across the plains of eastern Colorado. Inspired by thoughts of his grandmother and the promise of heaven, the song would later take on even deeper meaning when it was used at both his father’s and mother’s funerals. This episode is an honest conversation about death, grief, losing someone you love, facing your own mortality, and finding hope in Jesus Christ when life hurts the most. It is a reminder that for those who know Christ, death does not have the final word. In this episode: Coping with the sudden death of a friend Finding Christian hope in grief and loss Facing mortality after major heart surgery What the Bible says about heaven and eternal life How tragedy can remind us what truly matters The story behind Brent Henderson’s song “I’m Going Home” Finding peace when tomorrow is not promised Why faith in Jesus changes the way we face death Make sure you listen all the way to the end for the song “I’m Going Home” — a song written nearly four decades ago that carries more meaning today than ever before. If this episode speaks to you, share it with someone who is grieving, hurting, or needs to be reminded that even in the face of death, there is still hope. We are the Resistance.
S1 · E156
July 5 · 24 min
I Will Praise You In The Fire
Episode 156: I Will Praise You in the Fire What do you do when the place where God once began restoring your heart suddenly goes up in flames? High in the Colorado Rockies sits a small hand-built cabin overlooking a valley that has become one of the most meaningful places in Brent’s life. Years ago, during one of the darkest seasons he had ever faced, Brent stood on that mountainside as a broken man—carrying layer upon layer of loss and wondering if life could ever feel whole again. It was there that God impressed a promise on his heart: “I will restore to you the years the locusts have eaten.” Brent had not only walked these mountains, ridges, and valleys many times, but it was where he loved going to see the glory of God on display and to take his struggles and hurts to God. Then, just days ago, Brent received a picture that stopped him cold. The mountain was on fire. Flames more than one hundred feet high were racing through the same wilderness where God had met him time and time again. This wasn’t simply a beautiful place on a map. It was a place deeply woven into his story—a place of memories, prayer, healing, and restoration. In this deeply personal episode of Unleashed, Brent shares what wildfires, burn areas, biblical faith, grief, loss, restoration, and the fiery furnace have taught him about trusting God when the landscape of life changes overnight. Drawing from the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, the promise of Isaiah, and his own journey through devastating loss, Brent explores a hard but hope-filled truth: the fire may change the landscape, but it does not get the final word. God does. Maybe your fire is a broken marriage. A diagnosis. A funeral. A betrayal. Financial loss. A child who walked away. One bad decision. One phone call that changed everything. The ashes are not the end of your story. God is still restoring. Still redeeming. Still bringing beauty from ashes and life from places that look dead. And sometimes, what looks destroyed today may become the most beautiful part of the mountain tomorrow. This episode concludes with a brand-new original song born from the fire and written to bring hope and healing to anyone walking through the flames: “I Will Praise You in the Fire.” If you are grieving, rebuilding, questioning God, walking through loss, or wondering whether life can ever be beautiful again, this episode is for you. Because God is faithful before the fire, faithful in the fire, and faithful after the fire.
S1 · E155
June 28 · 21 min
Keep Checking The Stringer
What if the greatest loss in your life didn't happen during the fight—but after the victory? In Episode 155 of Unleashed, Brent Henderson shares the unforgettable story of landing the biggest northern pike of his life on Big McKenzie Lake in northern Wisconsin... only to lose it hours later without even realizing it. That true story becomes a powerful illustration of how marriages, families, friendships, and even our relationship with God can slowly drift when we stop checking on what matters most. Along the way, Brent takes listeners from the icy waters of Alaska and giant halibut to a quiet Wisconsin lake, weaving together unforgettable outdoor adventures with timeless biblical truth. Through the life of Samson, he reminds us that our greatest strength has never come from our abilities—it comes from our relationship with God. If you've been so busy building a career, chasing success, growing a ministry, or simply surviving life's demands that you've neglected the relationships that matter most, this episode is for you. You'll discover why the biggest losses in life rarely happen all at once... and why it's time to keep checking the stringer. In this episode: • A true story of a 47-inch northern pike that got away • The hidden danger of spiritual drift • What Samson's life teaches every man about compromise • Why healthy marriages and families require intentional investment • How to protect what matters most before it's too late Whether you're a fisherman, hunter, outdoorsman, husband, father, or simply a man striving to follow Christ, this episode will challenge you to take a fresh look at the relationships God has entrusted to you. Sponsored by ATSKO Outdoor Products. Learn more about Silicone Water-Guard, Water-Guard Extreme, UV Block, and other products designed to protect the gear you depend on at A-T-S-K-O.com.
S1 · E154
June 22 · 18 min
SIX DAYS ADRIFT
What happens when an overnight fishing trip in Alaska turns into a six-day survival story? In this episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson shares the untold side of being stranded off the remote Aialik Peninsula in Kenai Fjords National Park after a mechanical failure left four men waiting days for rescue. Along the way, they crossed open water in a 15-foot Zodiac, nearly paid the price for getting too close to Holgate Glacier when a chunk of ice the size of Walmart calved into the ocean, and spent sleepless nights wondering if the anchor holding their boat would survive the storm. But this episode isn't just about surviving Alaska. It's about what happens inside a man when life goes sideways. Brent opens up about fear, future thinking, brotherhood, and the power of having men around the table who help build courage when the storm refuses to let up. Along the way, he explores why men are drawn to awe and adventure, why challenge awakens the soul, and how trials can reveal strength, character, and faith. Drawing from James chapter 1 and Ecclesiastes chapter 4, Brent reminds us that we were never meant to fight alone and that sometimes the greatest lessons are learned while we're waiting for rescue. Whether you're facing uncertainty in your marriage, family, finances, health, or faith, this episode will encourage you to stop wasting the wilderness and trust that God is using even the storms to prepare you for what's ahead. Plus, Brent shares information about his new book, The Big 5 Mankillers: Declawing the Lies of the Enemy, an eight-week study designed to help men break free from the lies that keep them stuck and rediscover God's purpose for their lives. We are the resistance.
S1 · E153
June 15 · 23 min
Alaska Will Eat Your Lunch
Alaska is breathtaking, wild, and unforgettable—but if you're not prepared, Alaska will eat your lunch. In this episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson shares a story from the shores of Deep Creek along Alaska's Cook Inlet, where a night of pounding rain, fierce winds, and a storm-tested tent nearly derailed an unforgettable clamming adventure. Using stories from Alaska, razor clam digging, and real-life conversations about unhealthy relationships, Brent explores the importance of guarding your heart, protecting your peace, setting healthy boundaries, and refusing to allow the lies and negativity of others to define your identity. Brent also welcomes ATSKO as the first official sponsor of the Unleashed podcast, sharing how years of trusting ATSKO products in the outdoors taught him an important lesson: if you don't protect what matters before the storm arrives, you'll pay for it later. Because just as waterproofing keeps the storm outside your tent, healthy boundaries help keep destructive influences from taking root in your soul. If you've ever struggled with people-pleasing, carrying someone else's emotional baggage, or losing yourself in unhealthy relationships, this episode will challenge you to protect what God has entrusted to your care.
S1 · E152
June 8 · 16 min
When Your Path Leads to a Cliff
What do you do when the path you're following suddenly ends at a cliff? In Episode 152 of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson shares two unforgettable lessons from the Colorado mountains—one involving a bear trail where God repeatedly redirected his steps, and another where a GPS route led him and his friend Roger toward the edge of a cliff as daylight faded around them. Both experiences revealed the same powerful truth: Just because a path seems right doesn't mean it's leading where you think. Fresh off speaking at his international church convention and teaching from his new book, The Big 5 Mankillers, Brent was struck by the number of people wrestling with the same question: How do I know if I'm on the right path? From women brought to tears during a session on purpose, to a man in his thirties who broke down because he didn't know what he was supposed to do with his life, one theme kept surfacing: Purpose. Direction. And the fear of getting it wrong. In this episode: • Two Colorado hunting stories with life-changing lessons • Insights from Brent's international church convention and The Big 5 Mankillers seminar • Why purpose is a human struggle, not just a men's issue • The danger of following a path that only seems right • What Proverbs 14:12 teaches about wisdom and direction • How to recognize your Father's voice and trust His leading • Why God usually gives us the next step instead of the whole map If you've ever felt stuck, confused, discouraged, or unsure of where life is headed, this episode will encourage you to trust God with the next step and follow the path that leads home. You'll also discover why so many people spend their lives focused on the things they could do and should do, while neglecting the things they must do in order to become the person God created them to be. Because real progress isn't made by doing everything—it's made by doing what matters most. Because sometimes the greatest danger isn't choosing the wrong destination. It's following the wrong trail. For speaking events, resources, coaching, and Brent's new book The Big 5 Mankillers: Declawing the Lies of the Enemy, visit Unleashed.Men. The book is also available through Warner Press, Amazon, Christianbook.com, and other major retailers.
S1 · E151
June 1 · 28 min
Dead Men Running
In Episode 151 of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson launches into a brand-new chapter following the completion of The Big 5 Mankillers series with one of the most powerful and honest episodes yet: “Dead Men Running.” After watching the Netflix series Homeland, Brent was struck by how nearly every character in the show was trapped in lies, fear, hidden pain, compromise, and emotional survival. That observation opened the door to a much deeper conversation about the damage unresolved pain can do to the human heart — and how dishonesty slowly robs men of their peace, freedom, and identity. In this episode: Hidden pain and hidden behavior Why dishonesty destroys peace Emotional burdens men carry silently Grace, truth, and spiritual freedom What brings dead men back to life Brent also shares two unforgettable bowhunting stories from Ohio involving giant whitetail bucks, brutal uphill drags through rough terrain with his friends Wade and Tabb, and a shocking encounter with a wounded buck that appeared dead — until it suddenly exploded back to life. Those stories become powerful metaphors for the burdens men carry, the wounds that knock us down, and the resurrection power of grace that awakens hopeless hearts again. The episode also includes: A troubling dream from a listener Brent’s own unsettling dream Reflections on shame, truth, and surrender A challenge for men to stop hiding and start healing If you’ve ever felt weighed down by regret, shame, fear, hidden struggles, or emotional exhaustion, this episode will speak directly to your heart. Because grace doesn’t just forgive dead men walking… It turns them into dead men running. Subscribe, share this episode, and join the resistance. For speaking events, resources, and Brent’s new book The Big 5 Mankillers: Declawing the Lies of the Enemy, visit: You can order The Big 5 Mankillers now at: https://www.warnerpress.org/the-big-5-mankillers #UnleashedPodcast #DeadMenRunning #MensMinistry #ChristianMen #Brotherhood #Grace #Faith #SpiritualGrowth #Truth #IdentityInChrist
S1 · E150
May 25 · 25 min
The Big 5 Mankillers – Final Episode “The Battle Belongs to Brotherhood"
In this milestone 150th episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson closes out The Big 5 Mankillers series with a powerful Memorial Day message on brotherhood, sacrifice, and why men were never meant to fight alone. After walking through the mankillers of lack of purpose, lack of respect, anger, lust, shame, and fear, this final episode reveals one of the greatest weapons God gives men in the battle against the lies of the enemy: a band of brothers. Brent shares stories from bear hunts, Colorado storms, Alaska wilderness survival, near-death moments, and the men who showed up when the bottom fell out of his life in 2007. From Band of Brothers to the Indianapolis 500, from Memorial Day sacrifice to spiritual warfare, this episode is a call for men to stop isolating, start showing up, and fight together. Men don’t just need information. They need transformation. And they need connection. Grab The Big 5 Mankillers: Declawing the Lies of the Enemy at WarnerPress.org. Free shipping is available through June 8, which is a huge savings for men’s groups, churches, and Bible studies. It's go time!
S1 · E149
May 18 · 26 min
The Big 5 Mankillers (Part 6) FEAR
UNLEASHED PODCAST – EPISODE 149 The Big 5 Mankillers – Part 6: Fear Declawing the Lies of the Enemy Fear doesn’t just scare men… it controls them. In Episode 149 of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson wraps up the Big 5 Mankillers series by exposing one of the deepest roots behind anger, lust, shame, insecurity, emotional withdrawal, pride, and the desperate need for approval: fear. Using powerful personal stories, biblical truth, and real-life examples, Brent unpacks how fear silently shapes the lives of men—keeping them stuck, isolated, defensive, performance-driven, emotionally shut down, and spiritually passive. This episode dives deep into: Fear in marriage and intimacy Fear of rejection and not feeling “enough” Fear-driven anger and emotional explosions Childhood wounds that still affect adult men Performance, pride, muscles, money, and identity Fear of disappointing others Fear-based leadership and control Why men hide instead of heal Renewing the mind through truth Finding identity in Christ instead of performance Brent shares deeply personal stories about: Being bullied and humiliated throughout high school How fear drove years of weightlifting, martial arts, and performance His quadruple bypass surgery and the fear that followed A terrifying hippo encounter in Africa that perfectly illustrates how fear operates beneath the surface Michael Jackson’s abusive relationship with his father and how fear controlled his life for years The subtle danger of finding worth through admiration, success, or validation from others This episode also explores how fear affects marriages, communication, pornography struggles, emotional intimacy, and the pressure many men carry silently every single day. One of the most powerful moments in the episode centers around 1 Peter 4:1-2 from The Message translation: “Then you’ll be able to live out your days free to pursue what God wants instead of being tyrannized by what you want.” That word… tyrannized. That’s exactly what fear tries to do. But through renewing the mind and learning to identify the lies of the enemy, men can begin walking in freedom, courage, truth, and purpose. Fear can either stand for: Forget Everything And Run or… Face Everything And Roar. The Big 5 Mankillers officially releases this week through Warner Press, along with a FREE downloadable facilitator’s guide for men willing to lead a group. Because changed men really do change men. #UnleashedPodcast #Big5Mankillers #Fear #ChristianMen #MensMinistry #IdentityInChrist #SpiritualWarfare #RenewYourMind #Masculinity #Faith #Courage #MentalHealth #ChristianPodcast #BrentHenderson #MensBibleStudy #Purpose #FearAndFaith
S1 · E148
May 10 · 19 min
The Big 5 Mankillers (Part 5): Shame
The Big 5 Mankillers (Part 5): Shame – The Silent Killer Destroying Men in the Dark | Ep. 148 📝 DESCRIPTION Shame doesn’t shout… it stalks. In Part 5 of The Big 5 Mankillers, Brent Henderson exposes how shame operates like a predator—isolating men, hiding truth, and silently destroying identity from the inside out. Using the image of the African leopard, Brent reveals how the enemy doesn’t just attack… he exposes, humiliates, and convinces you to keep your struggles hidden. And as long as you stay hidden—you stay defeated. This episode covers: Why shame is the enemy’s most effective weapon The difference between conviction and condemnation How hiding your struggles keeps you stuck How to break free and step into truth If you’ve ever felt disqualified, unworthy, or trapped by your past… this one is for you. 👉 You are not what you’ve done. You are who God says you are. 🔗 NEXT STEPS If this episode impacted you, share it with another man. To support this ministry: 👉 unleashed.men → About → Donate The Big 5 Mankillers releases May 19th through Warner Press. Don’t just read it—lead a group through it.

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