<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Men as Tall as Trees is a podcast that calls men to grow in strength, wisdom, and purpose by wrestling with life’s most important questions: Who am I? Where do I come from? Why am I here? What am I capable of? Where am I going? Through honest conversations, biblical truth, and practical insight, we invite men to stand tall—rooted in identity, reaching higher in character, and leaving a lasting legacy for generations to come. And in all of this, our ultimate hope is to point men to the effulgent glory and majesty revealed in the person of Jesus Christ.</p>]]></description><link>www.bridgebuildersvi.com</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:55:38 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/eo3W8FEG.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></author><pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 23:50:43 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2025 Bridge Builders VI International]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Christianity]]></category><category><![CDATA[Spirituality]]></category><itunes:author>Bridge Builders VI International</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Men as Tall as Trees is a podcast that calls men to grow in strength, wisdom, and purpose by wrestling with life’s most important questions: Who am I? Where do I come from? Why am I here? What am I capable of? Where am I going? Through honest conversations, biblical truth, and practical insight, we invite men to stand tall—rooted in identity, reaching higher in character, and leaving a lasting legacy for generations to come. And in all of this, our ultimate hope is to point men to the effulgent glory and majesty revealed in the person of Jesus Christ.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Bridge Builders VI International</itunes:name><itunes:email>bridgebuildersvi@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Religion &amp; Spirituality"><itunes:category text="Christianity"/><itunes:category text="Spirituality"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees | GROW UP-Part 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b><i>Roots were never the whole point. They were always leading somewhere.</i></b></p><p></p><p>In Part 2 of "<b>Grow Up</b>," the final episode in this two-part series, Kasan and co-host Yesares close out the message from Psalm 1, moving from what grows underground to what it actually produces. This episode covers what real fruit looks like in a man's life, why maturity doesn't mean the absence of hard seasons, and the difference between a man who's rooted and a man who's just chaff in the wind.</p><p></p><p>If you caught Part 1 on the difference between aging and maturing, this is where the message lands. If you're just joining us, you can still catch the full picture, this episode stands on its own.</p><p></p><p>We'll talk about what it means to actually bear fruit others can see, why every man's season looks different, and how to stay standing when cultural, political, and social pressure is constantly telling you who to be.</p><p></p><p>📅 Join us this Thursday at 7:00 PM Eastern for the premiere on YouTube and Facebook. Invite another man who needs this message and join the conversation live.</p><p></p><p>👉 Follow Men Like Trees on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram for more biblical content that equips men to grow deeper in Christ and stand stronger in today's world.</p><p></p><p>Stay rooted. Stay grounded. Be fruitful. 🌳</p><p></p><p>"He shall bring forth his fruit in his season." (Psalm 1) "He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit." (John 15) "Trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that He might be glorified." (Isaiah 61)</p><p></p><p>#MenLikeTrees #BridgeBuildersVI #ChristianMen #KingdomMen #BiblicalManhood #Maturity #StandFirm #Resilience #Character #ChristianGrowth #Motivation</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">71ad6b06-e06d-46a4-bf32-a9a910ebe19d</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/27d950e1ce354409235966124eea36d7b4338e4a2316a1d71abad39dc1eaf46b/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3MWFkNmIwNi1lMDZkLTQ2YTQtYmYzMi1hOWE5MTBlYmUxOWQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmFhOThlNjdlZjY4NzlmYzU1NTlkZTI1L2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tMjAyNi05LTE3X18yLTEtMzcubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="53476353" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/71ad6b06-e06d-46a4-bf32-a9a910ebe19d/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;i&gt;Roots were never the whole point. They were always leading somewhere.&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In Part 2 of &quot;&lt;b&gt;Grow Up&lt;/b&gt;,&quot; the final episode in this two-part series, Kasan and co-host Yesares close out the message from Psalm 1, moving from what grows underground to what it actually produces. This episode covers what real fruit looks like in a man&apos;s life, why maturity doesn&apos;t mean the absence of hard seasons, and the difference between a man who&apos;s rooted and a man who&apos;s just chaff in the wind.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you caught Part 1 on the difference between aging and maturing, this is where the message lands. If you&apos;re just joining us, you can still catch the full picture, this episode stands on its own.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We&apos;ll talk about what it means to actually bear fruit others can see, why every man&apos;s season looks different, and how to stay standing when cultural, political, and social pressure is constantly telling you who to be.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📅 Join us this Thursday at 7:00 PM Eastern for the premiere on YouTube and Facebook. Invite another man who needs this message and join the conversation live.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;👉 Follow Men Like Trees on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram for more biblical content that equips men to grow deeper in Christ and stand stronger in today&apos;s world.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Stay rooted. Stay grounded. Be fruitful. 🌳&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&quot;He shall bring forth his fruit in his season.&quot; (Psalm 1) &quot;He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit.&quot; (John 15) &quot;Trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that He might be glorified.&quot; (Isaiah 61)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees #BridgeBuildersVI #ChristianMen #KingdomMen #BiblicalManhood #Maturity #StandFirm #Resilience #Character #ChristianGrowth #Motivation&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:27:51</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Men Like Trees | GROW UP-Part 2</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees | GROW UP-Part 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌳Men Like Trees🌳</p><p></p><p>Wants to talk about why aging happens automatically but growing up does not.</p><p></p><p>In this episode of Men Like Trees, we begin a new series called <b>"Grow Up,"</b> starting with a simple but convicting truth: <b>age and maturity are not the same thing.</b> Drawing from <i>Psalm 1 </i>and <i>1 Corinthians 13:11,</i> this conversation digs into what it actually looks like for a man to mature, starting with the things nobody sees.</p><p></p><p>We'll talk about being selective about who influences you, developing an appetite for truth instead of just tolerating it, and what it means to be <b>"planted" </b>the way <i>Psalm 1 </i>describes, roots first, growth underground, long before anything is visible to anyone else.</p><p>This is Part 1 of a two-part message. </p><p></p><p>📅 Join us this Thursday at 7:00 PM Eastern for the premiere on YouTube and Facebook. Invite another man who needs this message and join the conversation live.</p><p></p><p>👉 Follow Men Like Trees on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram for more biblical content that equips men to grow deeper in Christ and stand stronger in today's world.</p><p></p><p>🌳Stay rooted. Stay grounded. Be fruitful. 🌳</p><p></p><p>"Blessed is the man... he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water." (<i>Psalm 1</i>) "When I became a man, I put away childish things." (1<i> Corinthians 13:11</i>)</p><p></p><p>#MenLikeTrees #BridgeBuildersVI #ChristianMen #KingdomMen #BiblicalManhood #Maturity #PersonalGrowth #Discipline #Character #WalkWithGod #ChristianGrowth #Motivation</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">337d0e92-d844-46c4-93c9-9c504a12d421</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/8d4ed0fe72fc14bf479120f8e13741dc7a1c084e7e91e518c921754c2d766c50/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIzMzdkMGU5Mi1kODQ0LTQ2YzQtOTNjOS05YzUwNGExMmQ0MjEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE5NzA3M2QzMjg0MzVmMzFmMmRkODYzL2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi05LTFfXzE5LTExLTI1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="65683269" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/337d0e92-d844-46c4-93c9-9c504a12d421/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌳Men Like Trees🌳&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Wants to talk about why aging happens automatically but growing up does not.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Men Like Trees, we begin a new series called &lt;b&gt;&quot;Grow Up,&quot;&lt;/b&gt; starting with a simple but convicting truth: &lt;b&gt;age and maturity are not the same thing.&lt;/b&gt; Drawing from &lt;i&gt;Psalm 1 &lt;/i&gt;and &lt;i&gt;1 Corinthians 13:11,&lt;/i&gt; this conversation digs into what it actually looks like for a man to mature, starting with the things nobody sees.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We&apos;ll talk about being selective about who influences you, developing an appetite for truth instead of just tolerating it, and what it means to be &lt;b&gt;&quot;planted&quot; &lt;/b&gt;the way &lt;i&gt;Psalm 1 &lt;/i&gt;describes, roots first, growth underground, long before anything is visible to anyone else.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is Part 1 of a two-part message. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📅 Join us this Thursday at 7:00 PM Eastern for the premiere on YouTube and Facebook. Invite another man who needs this message and join the conversation live.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;👉 Follow Men Like Trees on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram for more biblical content that equips men to grow deeper in Christ and stand stronger in today&apos;s world.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🌳Stay rooted. Stay grounded. Be fruitful. 🌳&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&quot;Blessed is the man... he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water.&quot; (&lt;i&gt;Psalm 1&lt;/i&gt;) &quot;When I became a man, I put away childish things.&quot; (1&lt;i&gt; Corinthians 13:11&lt;/i&gt;)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees #BridgeBuildersVI #ChristianMen #KingdomMen #BiblicalManhood #Maturity #PersonalGrowth #Discipline #Character #WalkWithGod #ChristianGrowth #Motivation&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:34:13</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:title>Men Like Trees | GROW UP-Part 1</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees | The Fight for Approval | Part #3]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌳<b>Men Like Trees</b>🌳 delves into the topic....Courage Over Comfort🔥</p><p></p><p>In this 3rd and final episode in the series we ask....What happens when integrity becomes inconvenient?</p><p></p><p>In this episode of Men Like Trees, we confront the tension between comfort and conviction and what it means for Christian men to choose courage when doing the right thing comes with a cost.</p><p></p><p>🌳 Kingdom men are called to stand firm, walk in integrity, and remain faithful to Christ regardless of the pressure around them.</p><p></p><p>Stay rooted. Stay grounded. Be fruitful. 🌳</p><p></p><p>#MenLikeTrees #CourageOverComfort #ChristianMen #BiblicalManhood #KingdomMen #Integrity #Faith #Courage #ChristianLeadership #BridgeBuildersVI</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">7ec23807-b9d3-4dbc-a91c-393b990dcef0</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/c6ced0f8d81b4baa25c3530da5ac5775df7e9f8f5160fc9227932784eff200f2/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3ZWMyMzgwNy1iOWQzLTRkYmMtYTkxYy0zOTNiOTkwZGNlZjAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE3YTNiYzMzZDc2NTU0MzgxNThkNDQzL2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi04LTEwX18yMi01OS00Ny5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="53912703" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/7ec23807-b9d3-4dbc-a91c-393b990dcef0/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌳&lt;b&gt;Men Like Trees&lt;/b&gt;🌳 delves into the topic....Courage Over Comfort🔥&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this 3rd and final episode in the series we ask....What happens when integrity becomes inconvenient?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Men Like Trees, we confront the tension between comfort and conviction and what it means for Christian men to choose courage when doing the right thing comes with a cost.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🌳 Kingdom men are called to stand firm, walk in integrity, and remain faithful to Christ regardless of the pressure around them.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Stay rooted. Stay grounded. Be fruitful. 🌳&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees #CourageOverComfort #ChristianMen #BiblicalManhood #KingdomMen #Integrity #Faith #Courage #ChristianLeadership #BridgeBuildersVI&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:28:05</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Men Like Trees | The Fight for Approval | Part #3</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees | The Fight for Approval | Part #2]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌳Men Like Trees🌳 looks at Two men. Two failures. One temptation.</p><p></p><p>In Episode 2 of Men Like Trees, Kasan and co-host Yesares dig deeper into the cost of seeking approval, this time through the stories of Judas and Peter, two disciples who both caved to the pressure of the moment, in very different ways.</p><p></p><p>We'll unpack why approval doesn't discriminate. It tempts the disciple closest to Christ just as easily as the one furthest from Him. Then we bring it into modern terms with the story of John Proctor from The Crucible, a man who had to decide whether his name, and ultimately Christ's name, was worth more than his life.</p><p>This episode is about the decision every man eventually has to make: will you preserve the name of Christ, or trade it for the approval of the people around you?</p><p></p><p>📅 Join us this Thursday at 7:00 PM Eastern for the premiere on YouTube and Facebook. Invite another man who needs this message and join the conversation live.</p><p></p><p>👉 Follow Men Like Trees on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram for more biblical content that equips men to grow deeper in Christ and stand stronger in today's world.</p><p>Stay rooted. Stay grounded. Be fruitful. 🌳</p><p>"Like a tree planted by streams of water..." (Psalm 1) "Abide in Me... and bear much fruit." (John 15)</p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b> 00:00 Introduction to Men Like Trees 00:23 Impact of Seeking Approval 05:17 The Cost of Seeking Approval 08:24 Judas and Peter: Lessons Learned 13:01 The Temptation of Approval 16:27 The Unbiased Nature of Approval 19:12 The Temptation to Forsake Christ 22:14 Resisting Approval: The Story of John Proctor 32:44 Preserving the Name of Christ</p><p></p><p>#MenLikeTrees #BridgeBuildersVI #ChristianMen #KingdomMen #BiblicalManhood #Courage #StandFirm #NoCompromise #FaithOverFear #Discipleship #ChristianTruth #Motivation</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">530a474a-5b4d-44f0-9e13-c1ad293e2aa3</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/683415acf8296a3b16518c17342dda5421a66ae9c33dd2dc6296aa0377446cd1/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1MzBhNDc0YS01YjRkLTQ0ZjAtOWUxMy1jMWFkMjkzZTJhYTMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE2ZTIzYWY4OTlkNGI1NGRhZTkzZDdhL2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi04LTFfXzE4LTQ5LTUxLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="38920507" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/530a474a-5b4d-44f0-9e13-c1ad293e2aa3/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌳Men Like Trees🌳 looks at Two men. Two failures. One temptation.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In Episode 2 of Men Like Trees, Kasan and co-host Yesares dig deeper into the cost of seeking approval, this time through the stories of Judas and Peter, two disciples who both caved to the pressure of the moment, in very different ways.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We&apos;ll unpack why approval doesn&apos;t discriminate. It tempts the disciple closest to Christ just as easily as the one furthest from Him. Then we bring it into modern terms with the story of John Proctor from The Crucible, a man who had to decide whether his name, and ultimately Christ&apos;s name, was worth more than his life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode is about the decision every man eventually has to make: will you preserve the name of Christ, or trade it for the approval of the people around you?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📅 Join us this Thursday at 7:00 PM Eastern for the premiere on YouTube and Facebook. Invite another man who needs this message and join the conversation live.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;👉 Follow Men Like Trees on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram for more biblical content that equips men to grow deeper in Christ and stand stronger in today&apos;s world.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Stay rooted. Stay grounded. Be fruitful. 🌳&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&quot;Like a tree planted by streams of water...&quot; (Psalm 1) &quot;Abide in Me... and bear much fruit.&quot; (John 15)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Chapters&lt;/b&gt; 00:00 Introduction to Men Like Trees 00:23 Impact of Seeking Approval 05:17 The Cost of Seeking Approval 08:24 Judas and Peter: Lessons Learned 13:01 The Temptation of Approval 16:27 The Unbiased Nature of Approval 19:12 The Temptation to Forsake Christ 22:14 Resisting Approval: The Story of John Proctor 32:44 Preserving the Name of Christ&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees #BridgeBuildersVI #ChristianMen #KingdomMen #BiblicalManhood #Courage #StandFirm #NoCompromise #FaithOverFear #Discipleship #ChristianTruth #Motivation&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:20:16</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Men Like Trees | The Fight for Approval | Part #2</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees | The Fight for Approval | Are You Living for God or People? | ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌳Men Like Trees🌳 asks...</p><p></p><p>Can you truly serve God while constantly seeking the approval of others?</p><p></p><p>Every man wants to be accepted. But when the need for approval starts costing you your conviction, your calling, and your courage — it is no longer harmless. It is a trap.</p><p></p><p>In this episode of Men Like Trees, we get honest about one of the quietest battles men face. We unpack why so many men trade their God-given identity for the validation of others, what Scripture says about living free from the fear of man, and how to become a man who answers to God first and everyone else second.</p><p></p><p>If you have ever stayed silent when you should have spoken, compromised when you should have stood firm, or shrunk back to keep the peace — this episode is for you.</p><p>Follow Men Like Trees on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram for more biblical content that equips men to grow deeper in Christ and stand stronger in today's world.</p><p>Stay rooted. Stay grounded. Be fruitful. 🌳</p><p></p><p><i>"Like a tree planted by streams of water..."</i> (Psalm 1:3)<br /><i>"Abide in Me... and bear much fruit."</i> (John 15:5)<br /><i>"The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe."</i> (Proverbs 29:25)<br /><i>"For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God?"</i> (Galatians 1:10)<br /><i>"Do not be conformed to this world..."</i> (Romans 12:2)</p><p></p><p>#MenLikeTrees #BridgeBuildersVI #ChristianMen #KingdomMen #BiblicalManhood #Courage #Boldness #FaithOverFear #NoCompromise #StandFirm #Fearless #Resilience #MentalToughness #Shorts #Motivation #Inspiration</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">f8be2804-4e46-40a9-9576-e7bb28eeeba1</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/29c5fdd8a439a2d7dc27865c67d67e49fa8f8af56eaab3c8bc2f05106a2a7bb4/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmOGJlMjgwNC00ZTQ2LTQwYTktOTU3Ni1lN2JiMjhlZWViYTEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1ZTczNDk1Y2UyMTFkY2VjMjFiOTAyL2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi03LTIwX18yMS0xMy0xMy5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="59973111" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/f8be2804-4e46-40a9-9576-e7bb28eeeba1/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌳Men Like Trees🌳 asks...&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Can you truly serve God while constantly seeking the approval of others?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Every man wants to be accepted. But when the need for approval starts costing you your conviction, your calling, and your courage — it is no longer harmless. It is a trap.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Men Like Trees, we get honest about one of the quietest battles men face. We unpack why so many men trade their God-given identity for the validation of others, what Scripture says about living free from the fear of man, and how to become a man who answers to God first and everyone else second.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you have ever stayed silent when you should have spoken, compromised when you should have stood firm, or shrunk back to keep the peace — this episode is for you.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Men Like Trees on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram for more biblical content that equips men to grow deeper in Christ and stand stronger in today&apos;s world.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Stay rooted. Stay grounded. Be fruitful. 🌳&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;i&gt;&quot;Like a tree planted by streams of water...&quot;&lt;/i&gt; (Psalm 1:3)&lt;br /&gt;&lt;i&gt;&quot;Abide in Me... and bear much fruit.&quot;&lt;/i&gt; (John 15:5)&lt;br /&gt;&lt;i&gt;&quot;The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe.&quot;&lt;/i&gt; (Proverbs 29:25)&lt;br /&gt;&lt;i&gt;&quot;For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God?&quot;&lt;/i&gt; (Galatians 1:10)&lt;br /&gt;&lt;i&gt;&quot;Do not be conformed to this world...&quot;&lt;/i&gt; (Romans 12:2)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees #BridgeBuildersVI #ChristianMen #KingdomMen #BiblicalManhood #Courage #Boldness #FaithOverFear #NoCompromise #StandFirm #Fearless #Resilience #MentalToughness #Shorts #Motivation #Inspiration&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:31:14</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Men Like Trees | The Fight for Approval | Are You Living for God or People? | </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees | A Coversation with Pastor Ana E. Cruz, pt. 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌳 <b>MEN LIKE TREES</b> 🌳</p><p></p><p>Thursday night, we close out our conversation with <b><i>Pastor Ana E. Cruz</i></b>, and we are saving the best for last.</p><p>What happens after the prison gates open? What happens when a man walks out with nothing but a record, a past, and a God who refuses to let him go? Pastor Ana has seen it firsthand. She has watched the Gospel do what no program, no policy, and no second chance initiative could ever do on its own. She has watched it resurrect people.</p><p></p><p>Through <i>1</i><b><i>80 Degrees to Redemption</i></b>, Pastor Ana is not just offering former prisoners a resource. She is offering them a future. Housing. Employment. Family restoration. Community. And above all, the grace of Jesus Christ, which is the only thing powerful enough to make a man new from the inside out.</p><p></p><p>This is the conclusion. </p><p>And if you have ever doubted that God can reach anyone, anywhere, in any condition, Thursday night is going to settle that question for you. ✝️</p><p>The Good Shepherd left the ninety-nine. He found the one. And He is still finding them today.</p><p></p><p>Do not let this episode end without you in it.</p><p>🎙️ Men Like Trees 🕖 Thursday, July 9th at 7:00 PM (EST) 📍 Facebook | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | iHeartRadio </p><p></p><p>🌐 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com" target="_blank">www.bridgebuildersvi.com</a></p><p></p><p>@followers @topfans</p><p>#MenLikeTrees #BridgeBuildersVI #PastorAnaCruz #180DegreesToRedemption #Redemption #PrisonMinistry #GospelTransformation #SecondChances #KingdomImpact #ChristianPodcast #FaithInAction #HopeInChrist #BiblicalTruth #GospelCentered #KingdomFirst #StayRooted #ChristianLeadership #GodsGrace #NewLife #HeFindsTheOne</p><hr /><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">43f9b2a2-fa96-485a-8bfd-fcfb6e41cc79</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/8146fb257de0d04d47b65d454794aa2e6740d87d20b4fc27219e7db4306d36a1/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0M2Y5YjJhMi1mYTk2LTQ4NWEtOGJmZC1mY2ZiNmU0MWNjNzkiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE0OTBkYjJkOGMxZmNjM2EwYWNhN2ViL2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi03LTRfXzE1LTQyLTEwLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="71294789" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/43f9b2a2-fa96-485a-8bfd-fcfb6e41cc79/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌳 &lt;b&gt;MEN LIKE TREES&lt;/b&gt; 🌳&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Thursday night, we close out our conversation with &lt;b&gt;&lt;i&gt;Pastor Ana E. Cruz&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, and we are saving the best for last.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What happens after the prison gates open? What happens when a man walks out with nothing but a record, a past, and a God who refuses to let him go? Pastor Ana has seen it firsthand. She has watched the Gospel do what no program, no policy, and no second chance initiative could ever do on its own. She has watched it resurrect people.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Through &lt;i&gt;1&lt;/i&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;i&gt;80 Degrees to Redemption&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, Pastor Ana is not just offering former prisoners a resource. She is offering them a future. Housing. Employment. Family restoration. Community. And above all, the grace of Jesus Christ, which is the only thing powerful enough to make a man new from the inside out.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is the conclusion. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;And if you have ever doubted that God can reach anyone, anywhere, in any condition, Thursday night is going to settle that question for you. ✝️&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Good Shepherd left the ninety-nine. He found the one. And He is still finding them today.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Do not let this episode end without you in it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🎙️ Men Like Trees 🕖 Thursday, July 9th at 7:00 PM (EST) 📍 Facebook | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | iHeartRadio &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🌐 &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.bridgebuildersvi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;@followers @topfans&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees #BridgeBuildersVI #PastorAnaCruz #180DegreesToRedemption #Redemption #PrisonMinistry #GospelTransformation #SecondChances #KingdomImpact #ChristianPodcast #FaithInAction #HopeInChrist #BiblicalTruth #GospelCentered #KingdomFirst #StayRooted #ChristianLeadership #GodsGrace #NewLife #HeFindsTheOne&lt;/p&gt;&lt;hr /&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:37:08</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Men Like Trees | A Coversation with Pastor Ana E. Cruz, pt. 2</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees| A Conversation with Pastor Ana E. Cruz]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌳 MEN LIKE TREES 🌳</p><p><b>Tonight,</b> we sit down with Pastor Ana E. Cruz for a conversation that will stay with you.</p><p>From personal testimony to transformational ministry, Pastor Ana shares how God is using her nonprofit to help former prisoners rebuild their lives through the Gospel, housing assistance, job placement, family restoration, and the unshakeable hope found in Christ.</p><p>This is more than a story of second chances. It is a story of redemption. ✝️</p><p></p><p>Pastor Ana's journey is a living picture of the Good Shepherd who leaves the ninety-nine to pursue the one. That same grace is still on the move, and tonight you will hear what it looks like when it reaches all the way into a prison cell.</p><p></p><p><b>Do not miss this episode!!</b></p><p></p><p>🎙️ Men Like Trees 🕖 Tonight at 7:00 PM (EST) 📍 Facebook | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | iHeartRadio 🌐 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com" target="_blank">www.bridgebuildersvi.com</a></p><p></p><p>@followers @topfans</p><p>#MenLikeTrees #BridgeBuildersVI #PastorAnaCruz #Redemption #SecondChances #KingdomImpact #ChristianPodcast #FaithInAction #PrisonMinistry #HopeInChrist #BiblicalTruth #StayRooted #ChristianLeadership #GospelCentered #KingdomFirst</p><hr /><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4cc2edc4-e3ff-4f19-862b-36b99e40a5f9</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/738699576fc5c607408add58ef976ab4b128b030858cb24367d13ef614690a53/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0Y2MyZWRjNC1lM2ZmLTRmMTktODYyYi0zNmI5OWU0MGE1ZjkiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEzY2E1YWNlNjBkYTZmN2NkZDRiOTU5L2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi02LTI1X181LTUxLTcubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="74356758" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/4cc2edc4-e3ff-4f19-862b-36b99e40a5f9/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌳 MEN LIKE TREES 🌳&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Tonight,&lt;/b&gt; we sit down with Pastor Ana E. Cruz for a conversation that will stay with you.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;From personal testimony to transformational ministry, Pastor Ana shares how God is using her nonprofit to help former prisoners rebuild their lives through the Gospel, housing assistance, job placement, family restoration, and the unshakeable hope found in Christ.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is more than a story of second chances. It is a story of redemption. ✝️&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Pastor Ana&apos;s journey is a living picture of the Good Shepherd who leaves the ninety-nine to pursue the one. That same grace is still on the move, and tonight you will hear what it looks like when it reaches all the way into a prison cell.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do not miss this episode!!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🎙️ Men Like Trees 🕖 Tonight at 7:00 PM (EST) 📍 Facebook | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | iHeartRadio 🌐 &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.bridgebuildersvi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;@followers @topfans&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees #BridgeBuildersVI #PastorAnaCruz #Redemption #SecondChances #KingdomImpact #ChristianPodcast #FaithInAction #PrisonMinistry #HopeInChrist #BiblicalTruth #StayRooted #ChristianLeadership #GospelCentered #KingdomFirst&lt;/p&gt;&lt;hr /&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:38:44</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Men Like Trees| A Conversation with Pastor Ana E. Cruz</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees| A Kingdom View Of Politics, Episode #5]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌳🌳Men Like Trees🌳🌳 wants to know....</p><p></p><p>When did a political opponent stop being a person made in the image of God❓</p><p></p><p>When did disagreement become hatred❓</p><p></p><p>When did Christians become more willing to divide over politics than unite around Christ❓🤔</p><p></p><p>If politics has caused you to see people as less worthy of love, less worthy of grace, or less worthy of respect...</p><p>then politics may be occupying a place that belongs to God alone.</p><p></p><p>Jesus didn't die for a party.<br />He died for people.</p><p>And that changes everything.</p><p></p><p>Join us for the powerful <b>conclusion</b> of our series:</p><p><b>Episode #5 — "Politics Is Not Your Savior"</b></p><p>The Kingdom of God defines how Christians engage politics.</p><p>📅 Thursday @ 7:00PM‼️</p><p>Be Like A Tree. 🌳<br />(Psalm 1)</p><p></p><p>📍Watch &amp; Follow Us:<br />Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio</p><p><br />🌐 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com" target="_blank">www.bridgebuildersvi.com</a></p><p></p><p>#MenLikeTrees 🌳🌳 #AKingdomViewOfPolitics #PoliticsIsNotYourSavior #KingdomFirst #FaithOverPolitics #Christian #Christianity #Jesus #Bible #ChristianMen #BiblicalTruth #Gospel #Faith #Leadership #Discipleship #StayRooted #TruthOverEmotion #BridgeBuildersVI #ChristianPodcast #KingdomMindset #followersシ゚ #followersreels #followerseveryone</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">8b0eccdd-cad5-4424-8358-0088e9f4b334</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/8cefe7205070edc8e25ae01d70defd66a9460e4c4670287f7ebe3d7746e98b68/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4YjBlY2NkZC1jYWQ1LTQ0MjQtODM1OC0wMDg4ZTlmNGIzMzQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEyNmQ1YzNjOTY0YzVhMmQ0MWEyMzJkL2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi02LThfXzE2LTQ2LTI3Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="60381039" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/8b0eccdd-cad5-4424-8358-0088e9f4b334/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌳🌳Men Like Trees🌳🌳 wants to know....&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;When did a political opponent stop being a person made in the image of God❓&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;When did disagreement become hatred❓&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;When did Christians become more willing to divide over politics than unite around Christ❓🤔&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If politics has caused you to see people as less worthy of love, less worthy of grace, or less worthy of respect...&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;then politics may be occupying a place that belongs to God alone.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jesus didn&apos;t die for a party.&lt;br /&gt;He died for people.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;And that changes everything.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join us for the powerful &lt;b&gt;conclusion&lt;/b&gt; of our series:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Episode #5 — &quot;Politics Is Not Your Savior&quot;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Kingdom of God defines how Christians engage politics.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📅 Thursday @ 7:00PM‼️&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Be Like A Tree. 🌳&lt;br /&gt;(Psalm 1)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📍Watch &amp;amp; Follow Us:&lt;br /&gt;Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;🌐 &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.bridgebuildersvi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees 🌳🌳 #AKingdomViewOfPolitics #PoliticsIsNotYourSavior #KingdomFirst #FaithOverPolitics #Christian #Christianity #Jesus #Bible #ChristianMen #BiblicalTruth #Gospel #Faith #Leadership #Discipleship #StayRooted #TruthOverEmotion #BridgeBuildersVI #ChristianPodcast #KingdomMindset #followersシ゚ #followersreels #followerseveryone&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:31:27</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Men Like Trees| A Kingdom View Of Politics, Episode #5</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees| A Kindom Veiw of Politics, Episode #4]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌳🌳Men Like Trees🌳🌳 wants to know....</p><p></p><p>What happens when the government says one thing…<br />but God’s Word says another❓🤔</p><p>At what point does a Christian say:</p><p>“We must obey God rather than men.” (Acts 5:29)</p><p></p><p>In a world filled with pressure, compromise, fear, and political confusion… believers must know where their true allegiance belongs.</p><p></p><p>A Kingdom Man honors authority…<br />but he does not bow to idols.</p><p>He respects government…<br />but Christ remains King.</p><p></p><p>Episode #4 in our series<br /><b>“A Kingdom View Of Politics”</b><br /><i>“Christ Above Country”</i><br />airs TONIGHT @7:00PM‼️</p><p></p><p>Be Like A Tree. 🌳<br />(Psalms 1)</p><p></p><p>📍Watch &amp; Follow Us:<br />Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio<br />🌐 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com" target="_blank">www.bridgebuildersvi.com</a></p><p></p><p>#MenLikeTrees 🌳🌳 #AKingdomViewOfPolitics #ChristAboveCountry #FaithOverPolitics #KingdomFirst #Christian #Jesus #Bible #Faith #ChristianMen #BiblicalTruth #StayRooted #GodFirst #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #Leadership #Truth #Prayer #BridgeBuildersVI #followersシ゚ #followersreels #followerseveryone</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">f70b1cef-7a51-4ea2-9648-7761601021b1</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/de8e72b7c64c3dce61d8406e39bbad7c3403924b54417f3c2c6e1d44f5b4cbef/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmNzBiMWNlZi03YTUxLTRlYTItOTY0OC03NzYxNjAxMDIxYjEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExMGI0MTQzNzdjZmRkY2E0YTk0ZGVhL2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LTIyX18yMS01Mi01Mi5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="52655481" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/f70b1cef-7a51-4ea2-9648-7761601021b1/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌳🌳Men Like Trees🌳🌳 wants to know....&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What happens when the government says one thing…&lt;br /&gt;but God’s Word says another❓🤔&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;At what point does a Christian say:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;“We must obey God rather than men.” (Acts 5:29)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In a world filled with pressure, compromise, fear, and political confusion… believers must know where their true allegiance belongs.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A Kingdom Man honors authority…&lt;br /&gt;but he does not bow to idols.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;He respects government…&lt;br /&gt;but Christ remains King.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Episode #4 in our series&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;“A Kingdom View Of Politics”&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;i&gt;“Christ Above Country”&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;airs TONIGHT @7:00PM‼️&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Be Like A Tree. 🌳&lt;br /&gt;(Psalms 1)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📍Watch &amp;amp; Follow Us:&lt;br /&gt;Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio&lt;br /&gt;🌐 &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.bridgebuildersvi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees 🌳🌳 #AKingdomViewOfPolitics #ChristAboveCountry #FaithOverPolitics #KingdomFirst #Christian #Jesus #Bible #Faith #ChristianMen #BiblicalTruth #StayRooted #GodFirst #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #Leadership #Truth #Prayer #BridgeBuildersVI #followersシ゚ #followersreels #followerseveryone&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:27:25</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Men Like Trees| A Kindom Veiw of Politics, Episode #4</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees | A Kingdom View Of Politics, Episode #3]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌳🌳Men Like Trees🌳🌳 wants to know....</p><p>Have Christians confused political passion with spiritual maturity❓🤔</p><p>Some believers have withdrawn completely from society.</p><p>Others have become consumed by politics.</p><p>But what if BOTH extremes miss the Kingdom perspective❓</p><p>Jesus said we are the salt of the earth and the light of the world (Matthew 5:13–16).</p><p>Salt must engage.</p><p>Light must be seen.</p><p>But somewhere along the way, many believers stopped influencing culture… and started being controlled by it.</p><p>Can you engage politically without becoming angry, hostile, fearful, or obsessed❓</p><p>Can you care deeply about your nation without worshipping it❓</p><p>Can you stand for truth without losing your identity in Christ❓</p><p>The Kingdom of God defines how Christians engage politics.</p><p>Episode #3 in our series</p><p>“A Kingdom View Of Politics”</p><p>“Engagement Without Idolatry”</p><p>drops Thursday @7:00PM‼️</p><p>Be Like A Tree. 🌳</p><p>(Psalms 1)</p><p>📍Watch &amp; Follow Us:</p><p>Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio</p><p>🌐 [<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com" target="_blank">www.bridgebuildersvi.com</a>](<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com" target="_blank">http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com</a>)</p><p>#MenLikeTrees 🌳🌳 #AKingdomViewOfPolitics #EngagementWithoutIdolatry #FaithOverPolitics #KingdomFirst #ChristianMen #BiblicalMindset #TruthOverEmotion #StayRooted #PrayForLeaders #BridgeBuildersVI #KingdomPerspective #FaithNotFear #followersシ゚ #followersreels #followerseveryone</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">af01b3cd-a199-4311-8f1c-eb3009803b20</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/197b4e54916359f3d716cc0d12502e398e2297a5a7e11f6f29deb380dae0fc6c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhZjAxYjNjZC1hMTk5LTQzMTEtOGYxYy1lYjMwMDk4MDNiMjAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEwNTIzNzcxYTUzOWZiNjczNmU4MjNjL2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LTE0X18zLTIwLTU1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="54512056" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/af01b3cd-a199-4311-8f1c-eb3009803b20/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌳🌳Men Like Trees🌳🌳 wants to know....&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Have Christians confused political passion with spiritual maturity❓🤔&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Some believers have withdrawn completely from society.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Others have become consumed by politics.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;But what if BOTH extremes miss the Kingdom perspective❓&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jesus said we are the salt of the earth and the light of the world (Matthew 5:13–16).&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Salt must engage.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Light must be seen.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;But somewhere along the way, many believers stopped influencing culture… and started being controlled by it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Can you engage politically without becoming angry, hostile, fearful, or obsessed❓&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Can you care deeply about your nation without worshipping it❓&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Can you stand for truth without losing your identity in Christ❓&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Kingdom of God defines how Christians engage politics.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Episode #3 in our series&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;“A Kingdom View Of Politics”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;“Engagement Without Idolatry”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;drops Thursday @7:00PM‼️&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Be Like A Tree. 🌳&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;(Psalms 1)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📍Watch &amp;amp; Follow Us:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🌐 [&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.bridgebuildersvi.com&lt;/a&gt;](&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees 🌳🌳 #AKingdomViewOfPolitics #EngagementWithoutIdolatry #FaithOverPolitics #KingdomFirst #ChristianMen #BiblicalMindset #TruthOverEmotion #StayRooted #PrayForLeaders #BridgeBuildersVI #KingdomPerspective #FaithNotFear #followersシ゚ #followersreels #followerseveryone&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:50:50</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Men Like Trees | A Kingdom View Of Politics, Episode #3</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees | A Kingdom View Of Politics, Episode #2]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌳Men Like Trees🌳 asks....</p><p>If God establishes authority…<br />why does He allow corrupt leaders❓</p><p>🤔</p><p>Scripture says God removes kings and raises up kings (Daniel 2:21). So then, nothing in government happens outside His awareness… or His authority.</p><p>So maybe the real question is not just about leaders…<br />maybe it’s about us.</p><p></p><p>Are we praying for those in authority (1 Timothy 2:1–2)…<br />or just complaining about them❓</p><p>Are we trusting God…<br />or placing our hope in men❓</p><p></p><p>God can use imperfect leaders for His purposes.<br />God still rules over nations.<br />God still calls His people to faith, not fear.</p><p></p><p><b>Remember, The Kingdom of God defines how Christians engage politics.</b></p><p></p><p>Episode #2 in our series <b>"A Kingdom View Of Politics"</b><br /><b>“Why Does God Allow Corrupt Leaders?”</b><br />is now available‼</p><p>Be Like A Tree. 🌳<br />(Psalms 1)</p><p>📍Watch &amp; Follow Us:<br />Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio</p><p><br />🌐 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com" target="_blank">www.bridgebuildersvi.com</a></p><p></p><p>#MenLikeTrees 🌳🌳 #AKingdomViewOfPolitics #WhyDoesGodAllowCorruptLeaders #FaithOverPolitics #KingdomFirst #ChristianMen #TruthOverEmotion #PrayForLeaders #BiblicalMindset #StayRooted #BridgeBuildersVI #FaithNotFear #GodIsSovereign #LeadershipMatters #followersシ゚ #followersreels #followerseveryone</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9fb33696-6310-4578-9558-dd41f6ea0d10</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b143a1aede0075db72956cdb3474939d48459cba4ef52050782a4e0f6efed0c9/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5ZmIzMzY5Ni02MzEwLTQ1NzgtOTU1OC1kZDQxZjZlYTBkMTAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllOGUxMDMxOWQ1MDliNTRkNTVhNDdkL2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTIyX18xNi01My01NC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="60392742" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/9fb33696-6310-4578-9558-dd41f6ea0d10/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌳Men Like Trees🌳 asks....&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If God establishes authority…&lt;br /&gt;why does He allow corrupt leaders❓&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🤔&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Scripture says God removes kings and raises up kings (Daniel 2:21). So then, nothing in government happens outside His awareness… or His authority.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;So maybe the real question is not just about leaders…&lt;br /&gt;maybe it’s about us.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Are we praying for those in authority (1 Timothy 2:1–2)…&lt;br /&gt;or just complaining about them❓&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Are we trusting God…&lt;br /&gt;or placing our hope in men❓&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;God can use imperfect leaders for His purposes.&lt;br /&gt;God still rules over nations.&lt;br /&gt;God still calls His people to faith, not fear.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Remember, The Kingdom of God defines how Christians engage politics.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Episode #2 in our series &lt;b&gt;&quot;A Kingdom View Of Politics&quot;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;“Why Does God Allow Corrupt Leaders?”&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;is now available‼&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Be Like A Tree. 🌳&lt;br /&gt;(Psalms 1)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📍Watch &amp;amp; Follow Us:&lt;br /&gt;Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;🌐 &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.bridgebuildersvi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees 🌳🌳 #AKingdomViewOfPolitics #WhyDoesGodAllowCorruptLeaders #FaithOverPolitics #KingdomFirst #ChristianMen #TruthOverEmotion #PrayForLeaders #BiblicalMindset #StayRooted #BridgeBuildersVI #FaithNotFear #GodIsSovereign #LeadershipMatters #followersシ゚ #followersreels #followerseveryone&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:31:27</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Men Like Trees | A Kingdom View Of Politics, Episode #2</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees | A Kingdom View Of Politics, Episode #1]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b>EPISODE 1: A Kingdom View of Politics</b> 👑</p><p>In this opening episode of <i>Men Like Trees: </i><b><i>A Kingdom View of Politics</i></b>, we lay the foundation for how believers should think about politics through the lens of the Kingdom of God.</p><p>Before parties, policies, or positions, there is a deeper question:<br /><b>Where does your ultimate allegiance lie?</b></p><p></p><p>This episode challenges us to examine identity, authority, and the tension between earthly citizenship and Kingdom citizenship. If we get this wrong, everything else will be off.</p><p></p><p>This is not about choosing sides.<br />This is about choosing truth.</p><p></p><p>🎙️ 🌳<i>Men Like Trees🌳</i><br />⏱️ Short. Direct. Rooted. We are not beating around the bush. (Pun slightly intended)</p><p></p><p>#MenLikeTrees #KingdomPerspective #FaithAndCulture #BiblicalTruth #ChristianMen #Leadership #StayRooted #KingdomFirst</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">7211280a-3f5b-4725-b496-a63df3378611</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/55f84b8b479f52d571740a76ce6aec0ef11926d7029bf4b000a147e0b9b365db/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3MjExMjgwYS0zZjViLTQ3MjUtYjQ5Ni1hNjNkZjMzNzg2MTEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkNmNlMDU5NWIwMzM0MmI3MzZlYTQ2L2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LThfXzIzLTUyLTUubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="50025473" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/7211280a-3f5b-4725-b496-a63df3378611/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;EPISODE 1: A Kingdom View of Politics&lt;/b&gt; 👑&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this opening episode of &lt;i&gt;Men Like Trees: &lt;/i&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;i&gt;A Kingdom View of Politics&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, we lay the foundation for how believers should think about politics through the lens of the Kingdom of God.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Before parties, policies, or positions, there is a deeper question:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Where does your ultimate allegiance lie?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode challenges us to examine identity, authority, and the tension between earthly citizenship and Kingdom citizenship. If we get this wrong, everything else will be off.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is not about choosing sides.&lt;br /&gt;This is about choosing truth.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🎙️ 🌳&lt;i&gt;Men Like Trees🌳&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;⏱️ Short. Direct. Rooted. We are not beating around the bush. (Pun slightly intended)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees #KingdomPerspective #FaithAndCulture #BiblicalTruth #ChristianMen #Leadership #StayRooted #KingdomFirst&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:34:44</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Men Like Trees | A Kingdom View Of Politics, Episode #1</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees | A Kingdom Perspective of Wealth: Prosperity, Purpose, and Peace #6 ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌳 <b>Men Like Trees | Final Episode Tonight</b></p><p><b>A Kingdom Perspective of Wealth: Prosperity, Purpose, and Peace</b> 💰✨📖</p><p>We close this series by answering a critical question:<br />What does it actually look like to prosper God’s way?</p><p>Scripture teaches that true prosperity is not limited to finances. It is <b>holistic</b>. Spirit, soul, and life aligned with purpose. As it is written, <i>“that you may prosper and be in health, even as your soul prospers.”</i></p><p>Tonight we bring everything together.</p><p>We will explore:<br />📖 What real prosperity looks like beyond money<br />⚖️ The balance between having, not having, and being content<br />🌾 Why the diligent are meant to partake in the harvest<br />🧠 How wisdom turns wealth into a Kingdom instrument<br />🌍 How God uses provision to preserve lives and build legacy</p><p>From the discipline of the farmer to the strategy of Joseph, we see that wealth in the hands of the faithful becomes a tool for impact, not identity.</p><p>This is not about excess.<br />This is not about lack.<br />This is about alignment.</p><p>Because at the end of the day, the goal is not just to prosper<br />but to prosper with purpose and walk in peace.</p><p>Tonight’s question is simple:</p><p>Is your prosperity matched by your purpose and your peace?</p><p>Join us for the final conversation and finish this series rooted, steady, and equipped.</p><p>#MenLikeTrees<br />#KingdomPerspective<br />#FaithAndFinance<br />#BiblicalStewardship<br />#PurposeAndPeace<br />#HolisticProsperity<br />#ChristianMen<br />#LegacyBuilders<br />#RootedNotShaken 🌳✨</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">b938744f-5298-4623-a021-4f761f878b59</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 23:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/6645b3af577b0b0a776ea7c77349fd7e3fb3e4c8334853b74c1dfaf2dcb52dbd/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiOTM4NzQ0Zi01Mjk4LTQ2MjMtYTAyMS00Zjc2MWY4NzhiNTkiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljZWY4ODQ5ZGE1NThkNDNkZDc4NWVkL2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTNfXzEtMTUtMTYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="56333731" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/b938744f-5298-4623-a021-4f761f878b59/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌳 &lt;b&gt;Men Like Trees | Final Episode Tonight&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;A Kingdom Perspective of Wealth: Prosperity, Purpose, and Peace&lt;/b&gt; 💰✨📖&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We close this series by answering a critical question:&lt;br /&gt;What does it actually look like to prosper God’s way?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Scripture teaches that true prosperity is not limited to finances. It is &lt;b&gt;holistic&lt;/b&gt;. Spirit, soul, and life aligned with purpose. As it is written, &lt;i&gt;“that you may prosper and be in health, even as your soul prospers.”&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tonight we bring everything together.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We will explore:&lt;br /&gt;📖 What real prosperity looks like beyond money&lt;br /&gt;⚖️ The balance between having, not having, and being content&lt;br /&gt;🌾 Why the diligent are meant to partake in the harvest&lt;br /&gt;🧠 How wisdom turns wealth into a Kingdom instrument&lt;br /&gt;🌍 How God uses provision to preserve lives and build legacy&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;From the discipline of the farmer to the strategy of Joseph, we see that wealth in the hands of the faithful becomes a tool for impact, not identity.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is not about excess.&lt;br /&gt;This is not about lack.&lt;br /&gt;This is about alignment.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Because at the end of the day, the goal is not just to prosper&lt;br /&gt;but to prosper with purpose and walk in peace.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tonight’s question is simple:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Is your prosperity matched by your purpose and your peace?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join us for the final conversation and finish this series rooted, steady, and equipped.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees&lt;br /&gt;#KingdomPerspective&lt;br /&gt;#FaithAndFinance&lt;br /&gt;#BiblicalStewardship&lt;br /&gt;#PurposeAndPeace&lt;br /&gt;#HolisticProsperity&lt;br /&gt;#ChristianMen&lt;br /&gt;#LegacyBuilders&lt;br /&gt;#RootedNotShaken 🌳✨&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:39:07</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Men Like Trees | A Kingdom Perspective of Wealth: Prosperity, Purpose, and Peace #6 </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees | An Eternal Perspective on Wealth #5 ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌳 <b>Men Like Trees</b>🌳<b> | Episode 5 Tonight @ 7:00PM</b></p><p><b>An Eternal Perspective on Wealth</b> 💰✨📖</p><p>What if the way you handle money today is shaping your eternity?</p><p>In Episode 5, we shift our focus beyond the temporary and into what truly lasts. Jesus taught us not to store up treasures on earth, but to invest in what cannot decay, be stolen, or fade away. Wealth is not just about what we hold, it is about what we are building beyond this life.</p><p>Tonight we examine what Scripture reveals about <b>true riches</b>, eternal reward, and how our stewardship on earth connects directly to our accountability before God.</p><p>We will discuss:</p><p>📖 What it means to lay up treasures in heaven</p><p>💡 The difference between earthly wealth and true riches</p><p>🧠 How stewardship reveals spiritual maturity</p><p>🌱 Why eternity must shape how we live and give now</p><p>This is not about neglecting resources.</p><p>It is about <b>rightly positioning them in light of eternity</b>.</p><p>Because in the end, the question is not how much we had</p><p>but what we did with what we were given.</p><p>Join us tonight and gain an eternal perspective.</p><p></p><p>#MenLikeTrees</p><p>#EternalPerspective</p><p>#KingdomMindset</p><p>#FaithAndFinance</p><p>#TrueRiches</p><p>#BiblicalStewardship</p><p>#ChristianMen</p><p>#LiveWithPurpose</p><p>#RootedNotShaken 🌳✨</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">dc903f01-5e7e-4efb-9aae-44e5cf68d199</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/d6d2be100d7ecf1c9cc84265875b7697511e3029c8a01fecf8bb00a50fc441d5/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkYzkwM2YwMS01ZTdlLTRlZmItOWFhZS00NGU1Y2Y2OGQxOTkiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhOWQyYTdkNDk0MGMxYjg3MTczMWY1L2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTVfXzE5LTU5LTUxLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="37401434" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/dc903f01-5e7e-4efb-9aae-44e5cf68d199/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌳 &lt;b&gt;Men Like Trees&lt;/b&gt;🌳&lt;b&gt; | Episode 5 Tonight @ 7:00PM&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;An Eternal Perspective on Wealth&lt;/b&gt; 💰✨📖&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What if the way you handle money today is shaping your eternity?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In Episode 5, we shift our focus beyond the temporary and into what truly lasts. Jesus taught us not to store up treasures on earth, but to invest in what cannot decay, be stolen, or fade away. Wealth is not just about what we hold, it is about what we are building beyond this life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tonight we examine what Scripture reveals about &lt;b&gt;true riches&lt;/b&gt;, eternal reward, and how our stewardship on earth connects directly to our accountability before God.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We will discuss:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📖 What it means to lay up treasures in heaven&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;💡 The difference between earthly wealth and true riches&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🧠 How stewardship reveals spiritual maturity&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🌱 Why eternity must shape how we live and give now&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is not about neglecting resources.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It is about &lt;b&gt;rightly positioning them in light of eternity&lt;/b&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Because in the end, the question is not how much we had&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;but what we did with what we were given.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join us tonight and gain an eternal perspective.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#EternalPerspective&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#KingdomMindset&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#FaithAndFinance&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#TrueRiches&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#BiblicalStewardship&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#ChristianMen&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#LiveWithPurpose&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#RootedNotShaken 🌳✨&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:25:58</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Men Like Trees | An Eternal Perspective on Wealth #5 </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees | The Wisdom & Counsel of Managing Wealth #4 ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌳 <b>Men Like Trees</b> | Episode 4</p><p><b>A Kingdom View of Wealth: The Wisdom &amp; Counsel of Managing Wealth </b>💰📖</p><p>Money is a tool, but without wisdom it can quickly become a burden instead of a blessing.</p><p>Tonight we continue our series on a Kingdom view of wealth by exploring what Scripture says about managing wealth with wisdom, humility, and godly counsel. The Bible does not simply warn about money. It also teaches us how to steward it well.</p><p></p><p>Proverbs tells us that in the multitude of counselors there is safety, and that wisdom is more profitable than silver and gold. Wealth without wisdom can destroy a man, but wealth guided by godly understanding can build families, bless communities, and advance the Kingdom.</p><p></p><p>Tonight we will discuss:</p><p>📖 Why wisdom is greater than riches</p><p>🧠 The importance of counsel in financial decisions</p><p>💡 How Scripture teaches us to steward resources responsibly</p><p></p><p>🌱 How a Kingdom mindset transforms how we view wealth</p><p>This conversation is not about chasing money.</p><p>It is about becoming men who can handle responsibility with wisdom and integrity.</p><p></p><p>Join us tonight and grow deeper roots.</p><p>#MenLikeTrees</p><p>#BiblicalWisdom</p><p>#FaithAndFinance</p><p>#KingdomMindset</p><p>#ChristianMen</p><p>#BiblicalStewardship</p><p>#LeadershipAndFaith</p><p>#RootedNotShaken 🌳</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">2d62f5e0-b80b-468b-8dd2-2a997f036ca6</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/250857ddd4b09ab6ad567157b1f933f94e4555a756caeec04d1ae41724a12f4a/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyZDYyZjVlMC1iODBiLTQ2OGItOGRkMi0yYTk5N2YwMzZjYTYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhOTliYTViNWFlMjE4ODlmYmU1OWI5L2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTVfXzE2LTUtOS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="31080637" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/episodes/2d62f5e0-b80b-468b-8dd2-2a997f036ca6/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌳 &lt;b&gt;Men Like Trees&lt;/b&gt; | Episode 4&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;A Kingdom View of Wealth: The Wisdom &amp;amp; Counsel of Managing Wealth &lt;/b&gt;💰📖&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Money is a tool, but without wisdom it can quickly become a burden instead of a blessing.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tonight we continue our series on a Kingdom view of wealth by exploring what Scripture says about managing wealth with wisdom, humility, and godly counsel. The Bible does not simply warn about money. It also teaches us how to steward it well.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Proverbs tells us that in the multitude of counselors there is safety, and that wisdom is more profitable than silver and gold. Wealth without wisdom can destroy a man, but wealth guided by godly understanding can build families, bless communities, and advance the Kingdom.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tonight we will discuss:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📖 Why wisdom is greater than riches&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🧠 The importance of counsel in financial decisions&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;💡 How Scripture teaches us to steward resources responsibly&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🌱 How a Kingdom mindset transforms how we view wealth&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversation is not about chasing money.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It is about becoming men who can handle responsibility with wisdom and integrity.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join us tonight and grow deeper roots.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#BiblicalWisdom&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#FaithAndFinance&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#KingdomMindset&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#ChristianMen&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#BiblicalStewardship&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#LeadershipAndFaith&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#RootedNotShaken 🌳&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:21:35</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Men Like Trees | The Wisdom &amp; Counsel of Managing Wealth #4 </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees |  Wealth: The Warnings & Caveats #3]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b>Men Like Trees | Episode 3 Wealth: The Warnings and Caveats</b> 🌳⚠️💰</p><p>Wealth can build, bless, and empower, but it can also blind, deceive, and enslave.</p><p>In Episode 3, we confront the hard truths Scripture teaches about money. Jesus warned that riches can compete for the throne of the heart, Paul taught the power of contentment, and the Bible reveals how easily wealth can choke faith, distort priorities, and create spiritual blindness. From the rich young ruler to the Laodicean church, tonight’s discussion exposes the danger of allowing a good servant to become a destructive master 📖</p><p>This is not a message against wealth.<br />It is a warning about worship.</p><p>If left unchecked, money can quietly replace trust in God, redefine success, and pull men away from wisdom. But when understood rightly, these warnings become protection, not restriction.</p><p>Tonight we ask the question every man must answer:</p><p>Are you chasing wealth, or pursuing wisdom and contentment?</p><p>Join the conversation and stand rooted.</p><p>#MenLikeTrees<br />#BiblicalWisdom<br />#FaithAndFinance<br />#GuardYourHeart<br />#KingdomMindset<br />#ChristianMen<br />#WisdomOverWealth<br />#RootedNotShaken</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">f543586b-1eea-4c4f-90f8-6b4fbb6b7a37</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/c5f666b7566e353ee8a1fecb9c943622dbf31fc0bb8f3e72c839e2c1fe1371df/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmNTQzNTg2Yi0xZWVhLTRjNGYtOTBmOC02YjRmYmI2YjdhMzciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5NWY4Y2EwM2ViMTQyZTFjZTQ3MTI3L2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTE4X18xOC0zNy0xNC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="47216788" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Men Like Trees | Episode 3 Wealth: The Warnings and Caveats&lt;/b&gt; 🌳⚠️💰&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Wealth can build, bless, and empower, but it can also blind, deceive, and enslave.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In Episode 3, we confront the hard truths Scripture teaches about money. Jesus warned that riches can compete for the throne of the heart, Paul taught the power of contentment, and the Bible reveals how easily wealth can choke faith, distort priorities, and create spiritual blindness. From the rich young ruler to the Laodicean church, tonight’s discussion exposes the danger of allowing a good servant to become a destructive master 📖&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is not a message against wealth.&lt;br /&gt;It is a warning about worship.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If left unchecked, money can quietly replace trust in God, redefine success, and pull men away from wisdom. But when understood rightly, these warnings become protection, not restriction.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tonight we ask the question every man must answer:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Are you chasing wealth, or pursuing wisdom and contentment?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join the conversation and stand rooted.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees&lt;br /&gt;#BiblicalWisdom&lt;br /&gt;#FaithAndFinance&lt;br /&gt;#GuardYourHeart&lt;br /&gt;#KingdomMindset&lt;br /&gt;#ChristianMen&lt;br /&gt;#WisdomOverWealth&lt;br /&gt;#RootedNotShaken&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:32:47</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Men Like Trees |  Wealth: The Warnings &amp; Caveats #3</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees | The Responsibilities of Wealth Episode #2]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌲🎙️ Men Like Trees | Episode 2 TONIGHT @ 7:00PM</p><p></p><p>The Responsibilities of Wealth: Wealth is never neutral.</p><p>In Episode 2, we confront a sobering truth: wealth brings responsibility. Drawing from Luke 12:48, we examine what God expects from those entrusted with much...not ownership, but stewardship.</p><p></p><p>This conversation challenges men to move beyond accumulation and ask harder questions about faithfulness, generosity, and purpose. From the Parable of the Talents to the generosity of the early Church, we explore how wealth is meant to serve, bless, and build the Kingdom of God.</p><p></p><p>Tonight’s reflection is simple but piercing:</p><p>What am I doing with what God has already entrusted to me? ✝️🌱</p><p></p><p>Listen, reflect, and grow as men rooted in Faith, Truth and called to stand tall.</p><p>#MenLikeTrees</p><p>#ResponsibilitiesOfWealth</p><p>#BiblicalStewardship</p><p>#KingdomWealth</p><p>#FaithAndFinances</p><p>#ChristianMen</p><p>#BiblicalManhood</p><p>#PurposeAndProvision</p><p>#RootedInTruth</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4b9ef3a5-f771-4c49-9b06-5072b852ce1f</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 23:57:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/a63034967d4f2d06648d44a7fd305439a954ef6ea6b21e1ef6057f62dd4f2a63/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0YjllZjNhNS1mNzcxLTRjNDktOWIwNi01MDcyYjg1MmNlMWYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk4NTAzNTIyMTMwOGE0MDg4YzRlMWFjL2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTVfXzIxLTUzLTM4Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="39798221" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌲🎙️ Men Like Trees | Episode 2 TONIGHT @ 7:00PM&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Responsibilities of Wealth: Wealth is never neutral.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In Episode 2, we confront a sobering truth: wealth brings responsibility. Drawing from Luke 12:48, we examine what God expects from those entrusted with much...not ownership, but stewardship.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversation challenges men to move beyond accumulation and ask harder questions about faithfulness, generosity, and purpose. From the Parable of the Talents to the generosity of the early Church, we explore how wealth is meant to serve, bless, and build the Kingdom of God.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tonight’s reflection is simple but piercing:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What am I doing with what God has already entrusted to me? ✝️🌱&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Listen, reflect, and grow as men rooted in Faith, Truth and called to stand tall.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#ResponsibilitiesOfWealth&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#BiblicalStewardship&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#KingdomWealth&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#FaithAndFinances&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#ChristianMen&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#BiblicalManhood&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#PurposeAndProvision&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#RootedInTruth&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:27:38</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Men Like Trees | The Responsibilities of Wealth Episode #2</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees | Understanding The Purpose of Wealth #1 ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>🌲🎙️ <b>Men Like Trees Podcast Thursdays @ 7:00PM</b></p><p>Join us as we continue our multi episode discussion on <b>Wealth</b>. In this next conversation, we take on an essential and often misunderstood topic:</p><p><b>Understanding the Purpose of Wealth</b></p><p>Is wealth merely something to accumulate, or is it something to steward? What does Scripture teach about money, responsibility, influence, and legacy? Tonight’s discussion challenges cultural thinking and calls men to view wealth through a biblical lens, rooted in purpose and obedience to God. ✝️🌱</p><p></p><p>📍 <b>Watch live on</b><br />Facebook Live on our <b>Bridge Builders VI International</b> page<br />YouTube<br />Instagram</p><p>🎧 <b>Listen on demand on</b><br />Spotify<br />Apple Podcasts</p><p>🌐 <b>Visit us at</b><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com" target="_blank">www.bridgebuildersvi.com</a></p><p>Come ready to listen, reflect, and grow as men rooted in truth and called to stand tall. 🌲</p><p>#MenLikeTrees<br />#PurposeOfWealth<br />#BiblicalWealth<br />#KingdomStewardship<br />#FaithAndFinances<br />#ChristianMen<br />#BiblicalManhood<br />#LegacyAndPurpose</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">51d3a1de-65cb-4fd3-a336-e3feadc6dd51</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 23:19:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/a9d8b1cd5149e8bcb8c979bd4193d0ae62721e08a9352d522457bca3cf2e16df/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1MWQzYTFkZS02NWNiLTRmZDMtYTMzNi1lM2ZlYWRjNmRkNTEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk3MjNlMDMwNTkxZGYyNDFiZmVmODhjL2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0xLTIyX18xNi0xMC01OS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="21682159" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;🌲🎙️ &lt;b&gt;Men Like Trees Podcast Thursdays @ 7:00PM&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join us as we continue our multi episode discussion on &lt;b&gt;Wealth&lt;/b&gt;. In this next conversation, we take on an essential and often misunderstood topic:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Understanding the Purpose of Wealth&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Is wealth merely something to accumulate, or is it something to steward? What does Scripture teach about money, responsibility, influence, and legacy? Tonight’s discussion challenges cultural thinking and calls men to view wealth through a biblical lens, rooted in purpose and obedience to God. ✝️🌱&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📍 &lt;b&gt;Watch live on&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Facebook Live on our &lt;b&gt;Bridge Builders VI International&lt;/b&gt; page&lt;br /&gt;YouTube&lt;br /&gt;Instagram&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🎧 &lt;b&gt;Listen on demand on&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Spotify&lt;br /&gt;Apple Podcasts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🌐 &lt;b&gt;Visit us at&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.bridgebuildersvi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.bridgebuildersvi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Come ready to listen, reflect, and grow as men rooted in truth and called to stand tall. 🌲&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#MenLikeTrees&lt;br /&gt;#PurposeOfWealth&lt;br /&gt;#BiblicalWealth&lt;br /&gt;#KingdomStewardship&lt;br /&gt;#FaithAndFinances&lt;br /&gt;#ChristianMen&lt;br /&gt;#BiblicalManhood&lt;br /&gt;#LegacyAndPurpose&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:28:47</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:title>Men Like Trees | Understanding The Purpose of Wealth #1 </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men Like Trees|A Kingdom View of Wealth-Intro]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>We begin to have a very necessary discussion about Wealth &amp; Finances.</p><p>The conversation explores the spiritual component of wealth and the importance of changing mindset and beliefs about money. It delves into the biblical perspective on wealth, addressing limiting mindsets and providing steps to creating wealth. The discussion also addresses valid questions about wealth and finances, emphasizing the need to change one's mindset and beliefs about money.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Wealth and finances have a spiritual component</li><li>The importance of changing mindset and beliefs about money</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Changing Mindset and Beliefs About Money</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">ab768435-de7e-483c-8a57-06c762d9fe27</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bridge Builders VI International]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:16:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/7aa364829565ad42d7c0e570d5a4146677b0c6a54c114122cace6306704928fc/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhYjc2ODQzNS1kZTdlLTQ4M2MtOGE1Ny0wNmM3NjJkOWZlMjciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIyZTRkZDg4OC05YmRmLTQzMmYtODE2OC1kNzI0ZWQxMmM4YjQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODFkNjQyNzc1ZGI0YWMzZmRkODU4NjgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjkzMDY0YTM5NzlkNWIyYzEwY2QyZDEzL2JyaWRnZS1idWlsZGVycy12aS1pbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFscy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNS0xMi0zX18xNy0yNi0xMS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="20599869" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;We begin to have a very necessary discussion about Wealth &amp;amp; Finances.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The conversation explores the spiritual component of wealth and the importance of changing mindset and beliefs about money. It delves into the biblical perspective on wealth, addressing limiting mindsets and providing steps to creating wealth. The discussion also addresses valid questions about wealth and finances, emphasizing the need to change one&apos;s mindset and beliefs about money.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Wealth and finances have a spiritual component&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of changing mindset and beliefs about money&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Changing Mindset and Beliefs About Money&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:26:51</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/2e4dd888-9bdf-432f-8168-d724ed12c8b4/logos/620da596-dbac-4ef9-9a21-ee8b43e0b5d8.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Men Like Trees|A Kingdom View of Wealth-Intro</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>