Gen Z’s Quiet Revival: Why Young Men Are Flooding Back to Church | Stand Up Dude Podcast ft. Caden Chambers

Christian Revival | Gen Z Faith | Young Men in Church | Spiritual Awakening | Finding Purpose | Modern Masculinity | Stand Up Dude Podcast

In this inspiring episode of the Stand Up Dude Podcast, hosts Tim Bisagno and Stewart White introduce a guest who’s always been behind the scenes—podcast editor, engineer, and electric guitarist, Caden Chambers. If you care about Gen Z, Christian revival, and what it means for young men to rediscover their faith and purpose, this is the episode you cannot miss.

From the worship stage to the editing desk, Caden's journey captures the urgency and authenticity sweeping through his generation. Are you wondering why so many young men are coming back to church? Want to discover how your own talents and passions can be turned into a purposeful life for God, even in a skeptical world? Caden’s story—raw, honest, and hope-filled—gives you the road map.

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What You’ll Experience in This Episode:

• • Gen Z’s Search for Truth: Why are young adults ditching empty identities and fake fixes for something real—Jesus? Caden explains the hunger behind the “quiet revival” and what it really feels like on the front lines.
• Why Young Men Are Returning to Church in Droves: Discover new data and powerful stories of young men finding brotherhood, belonging, and boldness in Christ like never before.
• Faith in Action: How Caden’s passion for guitar and media editing are being used in the church and beyond—and how YOU can find purpose in your own God-given talents.
• Authenticity over Image: Honest talk about temptations, sin, and the emptiness the world offers—versus the transforming love and hope found in Christ.
• Marriage & Maturity: Caden opens up about his engagement, the journey of Godly dating, and how walking with a woman of faith is sharpening him as a man.
• Mentorship & Community: Why surrounding yourself with wise mentors and strong Christian community is critical for growth—and how to take the first step.
• The Power of “Yes”: Simple, practical keys for trusting God in every season—even when the next step is scary or unclear.
• A Generation Set on Fire: From viral Christian music stats to fraternities hosting altar calls: real numbers, real testimonies, and what’s next for this unprecedented spiritual awakening.
• The Heart of the Gospel: Caden’s heartfelt invitation to say “yes” to Jesus, plus a powerful prayer for anyone longing for a fresh start.

Are you a young man searching for meaning, tired of chasing false promises? Do you want to be part of a movement that’s changing culture and reclaiming true masculinity—one heart at a time? This is YOUR wake-up call.

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What do video games, gaming addiction, apologetics, and masculinity have in common?

In this groundbreaking episode of the Stand Up Dude Podcast, hosts Tim Bisagno and Stewart White dive deep with special guest Jordan Harris—veteran, former gamer, and passionate apologist—to reveal how the world of online gaming is becoming a modern-day mission field for men seeking purpose, brotherhood, and faith.

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Are you a gamer wondering if there’s more to life than the next level? Have you struggled to find real meaning, brotherhood, or fulfillment as a man in a culture that seems to suffocate true masculinity—and push faith to the margins? Maybe you’ve felt the lure of gaming as an escape, or sensed there’s a hunger for something real beneath all the digital noise…

THIS is the episode for you. We get honest about the hidden struggles facing men today, the explosive growth (and pitfalls) of modern gaming, and why the calling to live with “humble strength” has never been more urgent. This conversation will challenge you, inspire you, and equip you to step into your God-given purpose—online and beyond.

What You’ll Discover in This Game-Changing Episode:
🎮 Why Gaming Is the World’s Biggest Unseen Mission Field
How gaming now outpaces movies, sports, and music combined—and why it’s where millions of men are searching for meaning, challenge, and connection.

🕹 The Real Reasons Men Flock to Gaming
From the innate drive to accomplish something—to the deep need for brotherhood—hear why digital spaces matter for men, and how they can build up (or break down) your sense of purpose.

🚨 When Escape Becomes Addiction: Breaking the Cycle
Jordan’s honest story of stepping out of gaming addiction, why men are vulnerable to digital escapes, and practical steps to reclaim your time, mental health, and hope.

⚡ Masculinity Under Fire: The Battle for Men’s Souls
Tackling the culture’s attack on true manhood—and unpacking the biblical call to “meekness” (humble, controlled strength) versus mere “niceness.”

✝️ Jesus in the Gaming World: Apologetics, Ministry & Real Transformation
Jordan’s unique testimony of leading men to Christ in gaming communities—how kindness, presence, and authenticity are opening doors for the gospel where few churches ever go.
The power of “just being a good man” and letting your actions speak louder than words.

💪 Practical Keys to Real Freedom & Fulfillment
From finding healthy hobbies to surrounding yourself with real-life responsibilities and brotherhood—Jordan shares tangible wisdom for men wanting to rise up, break free, and pursue God’s best.

🔥 A Clear, No-Fluff Presentation of the Gospel
Struggling with faith or curious about Jesus? This episode walks you through the greatest story ever told — and invites you to find your new beginning today.

This isn’t just another conversation about the dangers of gaming—it’s a radical call to use every space (even digital!) for the Kingdom. Whether you’re a gamer, a father desperate to reclaim your sense of purpose, or a young man longing for authentic masculinity and faith… this episode is your invitation to stand up, step out, and be counted.

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Are you a man struggling to find real purpose, haunted by past trauma, or constantly wrestling with your identity? Have you felt trapped by labels, longed for authentic brotherhood, or wondered if true freedom and transformation are even possible? In this powerful episode of the Stand Up Dude Podcast, we sit down with combat veteran, theology graduate, and North Arrow Coffee founder Robert Mitterando for an unfiltered conversation on overcoming PTSD, breaking free from victimhood, and embracing radical discipleship as a follower of Christ.

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If you’re searching for encouragement, practical tools, and raw truth on how to walk as the man God created you to be—THIS is the episode you can’t afford to miss.

What You’ll Experience in This Episode:

• • PTSD & Trauma—The Untold Truth: Robert exposes the biggest misconceptions surrounding PTSD and trauma, sharing how combat experiences and personal failure led him into self-medication, addiction, and hopelessness—and how Christ’s lordship shattered the chains.
• Masculinity Redefined: Discover why true masculinity isn’t about bravado, military achievements, or worldly success—but about standing in the truth, walking in vulnerability, and living wholly surrendered to Jesus.
• From Label to Liberation: Hear Robert’s brutally honest account of claiming “PTSD” as an identity—and the moment God confronted him with, “Really?” Learn how to break free from false identities and choose who Christ says you are.
• Discipleship That Transforms: Get a first-century insider’s view on biblical discipleship: how real men reflect Jesus in every area—and why being a disciple goes far beyond Sunday attendance or religious labels.
• Radical Generosity & Kingdom Business: Explore how Robert’s faith revolutionizes his approach to business, money, and stewardship—including why North Arrow Coffee gives away 15% of proceeds and operates with Spirit-led generosity. • Community & Brotherhood: Practical advice for finding authentic, Spirit-filled men, building real community, and letting iron sharpen iron—so you don’t walk alone.
• Overcoming Addiction & Anxiety: Tim and Robert get honest about alcoholism, anxiety, and the daily battle for gratitude and freedom—giving hope to men battling darkness.
• A Call to Boldness: Learn why rebellion and apathy destroy more lives than atheism—and how to reject lukewarm Christianity and live a life that actually looks like Jesus.
• Take Your Next Step: Plus, a simple, powerful invitation to know Jesus personally, pray for transformation, and access free resources for your own journey—no matter where you start.

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Was this conversation a breakthrough for you? Share in the comments below!
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We’re a brotherhood calling men to rise up, live boldly, and reject every label the world tries to put on them. Jesus changes everything—will YOU answer the call?

Stay bold. Stay dangerous—for the Kingdom.

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Toxic masculinity, is it actually true?

Today, we’re joined by leading Christian intellectual and author Nancy Pearcey. 
Nancy is the author of The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes, as well as Love Thy Body, The Soul of Science, Saving Leonardo, Finding Truth, and Total Truth. She is professor and scholar in residence at Houston Christian University. She has been quoted in The New Yorker and Newsweek, highlighted as one of the five top women apologists by Christianity Today, and hailed in The Economist as "America's pre-eminent evangelical Protestant female intellectual."

Get Nancy's book, The Toxic War on Masculinity: https://www.amazon.com/Toxic-War-Masculinity-Christianity-Reconciles/dp/0801075734
Discover more from Nancy Pearcey: https://nancypearcey.com

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If you’re questioning what real masculinity looks like in a world that’s confused, hostile, or suspicious toward men… if you’ve wrestled with shame, regret, or silence because of false narratives (inside and outside the church)… or if you long to discover God’s design for masculinity and leadership—THIS is the episode you don’t want to miss.

In this honest, hope-filled conversation with Nancy Pearcey, you’ll get:

• Real DATA that smashes cultural myths about Christian men, church attendance, marriage, and abuse (it’s not what you’ve been told)
• How secular and biblical “scripts” for masculinity diverged, and why reclaiming the GOOD “software” of manhood matters for generations to come
• Nancy’s insights on the modern “crisis of men,” the dangers of the “manosphere,” and how young men are turning to false teachers like Andrew Tate
• Proven ways churchgoing men can shatter stereotypes by becoming the most loving, engaged husbands and fathers (the science backs it!)
• Why history, sociology, and Scripture agree: men are biologically, spiritually, and relationally built to provide, protect, and prosper others
• Practical encouragement for dads and sons: How to build deep connection in an age that mocks and sidelines fathers—and how the “dad brain” is real
• How fathers matter more than ever in shaping faith and character—and the surprising lifelong power of a present, loving dad
• A biblical call to root our identity, strength, and tenderness in Christ—becoming the kind of men, husbands, and fathers our culture desperately needs

WATCH NOW if you want to:

• Understand the culture war on men and how to rise above it, rooted in God’s truth
• Get equipped to disciple men on the “fringes” and draw them from nominal faith to authentic transformation
• Find your voice, calling, and mission as a Christian man—without shame, confusion, or compromise
• Pass on a legacy of courage, wholeness, and Christlike leadership—for your marriage, your kids, and your community

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🌟 EPISODE RESOURCES & LINKS:
Begin (or renew) your journey with Jesus: https://standupdude.com/standup
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Discover more from Nancy Pearcey: https://nancypearcey.com
Get Nancy’s book, The Toxic War on Masculinity: Available on Amazon, ChristianBook, and all major retailers

⚡️ YOUR NEXT STEP:
Did this episode bring you hope or clarity? Are you ready to stand up, break stereotypes, and reshape what it means to be a “stand up dude”? Drop a comment below, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE this episode with a man who needs truth and encouragement today. Join the brotherhood rising to lead with faith, integrity, and love.

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In this powerful, soul-stirring episode, we welcome award-winning singer, songwriter, and author Matt Hammitt—best known as the voice of Sanctus Real, and for his hit songs as a solo artist—for a conversation every man needs to hear.

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Are you a guy who’s tired of hiding behind “busy”? Have you ever wished you could be more present for your family, break through isolation, and actually lead with spiritual courage? If you’ve struggled with vulnerability, marriage tensions, or simply feel stuck trying to “fix” everything while running from your own hurt—this episode is going to set you free.

Matt Hammitt holds nothing back as he unpacks the real story behind his chart-topping anthem “Lead Me,” the heartbreak and miracles in his family’s journey through his son’s life-threatening illness, and how God used brokenness to forge deeper love, faith, and authenticity. Learn how men can finally lay down the mask, connect with God and each other, and become the strong fathers, husbands, and friends our world desperately needs.

What You’ll Experience in This Episode:

• The honest backstory of “Lead Me”—how Matt’s marriage struggles and moment of truth became the catalyst for genuine change, not just in song but at home 
• Why men run to work and busyness but retreat from real emotional and relational battles—and how to break the pattern 
• Lessons from the fire: How Matt and his wife Sarah’s faith endured years of hospital nights, heartbreak, and nearly losing their son, Bowen 
• Why isolation is the enemy—and why men need brotherhood, vulnerability, and practical community more than ever 
• How sharing your weaknesses can be your family’s greatest shield, raising kids empowered to be honest, resilient, and faith-filled 
• Raw dialogue on grief, marriage tension, fatherhood, and finding hope when your life story isn’t the “highlight reel” 
• A gospel invitation: what it really means to invite Jesus from the “outside” into every part of your life, marriage, and purpose 
• Practical steps for men to step up, get real, and lead by example—plus free resources to help you grow

This is so much more than an interview—it’s a call for every man to lay down fake strength for real courage, and to discover that vulnerability is not weakness, but God’s pathway to strength and legacy. You’re not alone. Your story can be redeemed, and YOU are called to be a Stand Up Dude.

🌟 EPISODE LINKS & RESOURCES:

Ready for a breakthrough as a man of faith? https://standupdude.com/standup
Free growth paths & resources to supercharge your journey: https://standupdude.com/be-more
Discover Matt Hammitt’s music, books, and new single “Days God Gave”: https://matthammitt.com/
"Days God Gave": https://youtu.be/40LntS-7MIQ?si=VfV3qHAlApH3hH1n
Watch the “Bowen’s Heart” documentary (limited availability): Search your favorite streaming platform
Get Matt’s book “Lead Me”: Find it online or visit his site

⚡️ Connect & Take Action:
Was this episode a challenge for you? Drop your story or questions in the comments! Like, subscribe, and share this episode with a man who needs hope and strength for the road ahead.
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Thank you for being part of the Stand Up Dude brotherhood—a movement that’s raising up men to be real, resilient, and uncompromising in Christ. Remember: There is purpose in your pain. Vulnerability is victory. And you were made to lead, love, and leave a God-sized legacy.

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