Today on the No Regrets Podcast, Nate Gruber is joined by Mike Young, founder of Noble Warriors and a leader with decades of experience in men's ministry. Mike shares his powerful journey of faith—how the pull of the Holy Spirit and encouragement from his wife led him into full-time ministry, and how discipleship transformed his life and calling.
Mike reflects on the reality that he wasn't truly discipled until he was 30 years old. Though he was sitting in the pews and secure in his salvation, he never had someone walk alongside him in spiritual formation. That experience changed everything and ultimately led him into ministry focused on helping men grow deeper in Christ.
Together, Nate and Mike discuss how the simple, consistent practice of discipleship can fuel and reset a men's ministry. When ministries feel stuck—same people, same conversations, no progress—it may be time to shift from an addition mindset to a multiplication mindset. Growth requires spiritual discomfort, intentional time in God's Word, and investing deeply in a few men who can then disciple others.
Mike shares practical encouragement for leaders: start by asking a man his story. Look for the guy who seems disconnected. Spend time with those who think differently than you. Young men today are curious and hungry to learn about Jesus—they're looking for seasoned men who will walk beside them and help them live out their faith.
This episode is both an opportunity and a challenge to step up, invest intentionally, and help launch a new movement of discipleship in your church.
Learn more about Noble Warriors at https://noblewarriors.org
