195: How Sports Became the Religion To Weak Men!

🎙️ In this hard-hitting solo episode, Steve calls out a silent epidemic among high-performing men: the tendency to idolize athletes and escape into sports, while neglecting their own families.

Steve shares the story of a man who could recite every stat about his favorite quarterback… but didn’t know what his own son was interested in. And then, Steve gets real — telling his own story of escape, shame, and spiritual awakening as a father who used to hide behind movies instead of leading his children.

🔥 Whether you're a dad, husband, or leader who’s been physically present but emotionally absent — this episode will pierce through the noise and light a fire under your feet.

💡 In This Episode You'll Learn:
Why wearing another man’s name is symbolic of our fear to lead
How escapism shows up in the lives of men (sports, media, porn, work)
The 4 steps to reconnect with your children and take back your legacy
How to give the most valuable gift: your intentional time
Why leading your family spiritually will change your household atmosphere

🏆 CHALLENGE THIS WEEK:
Take off the jersey. Turn off the screen. Tune into the life God gave you.

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00:00 - The Man Who Knew Every Stat (but not his son)
00:45 - Fire Forged Leader Podcast Intro
01:20 - Major Podcast Changes Coming (Name + Direction)
02:15 - The Real Question: What Will God Ask You?
03:00 - Steve’s Story: Hiding in Movies Instead of Leading
04:20 - Weakness Disguised as Knowledge
05:00 - When Your Kids Only Know You as Angry or Absent
05:30 - God Didn’t Give You Kids to Manage — But to Lead
06:00 - 4 Moves to Reclaim Your Role as a Father
06:10 - Step 1: Take Off the Jersey (Lead Your Own Life)
06:45 - Step 2: Step Into Your Son’s World (Not Yours)
07:20 - Step 3: Give the Gift of Time (15 Minutes That Matter)
08:00 - Step 4: Name the Escape & Turn to God
08:45 - This is About Pursuit, Not Perfection
09:30 - Your Challenge: Show Up For Who Ma