The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome

The 3rd of a limited four-day run of episodes designed to prepare you for an aggressive Christmas, Brian circles back to the story of the shepherds. Their willingness to move, without all the information, ensured they experienced the most profound moment in human history. Your willingness to move is the key to a holiday, and life, that works.  A version of this content was originally shared on Brian’s email list. Join here to get monthly shots of aggressive living delivered right to your inbox.  Watch the full episode on YouTube here. 

Even at Christmas time, a just man (or woman) sticks out. In the 2nd of a limited run of four episodes designed to get your mind and muscles ready for the holiday, Brian focuses his attention on Joseph. While the Bible doesn’t say much about Jesus’ adopted father, what it does say speaks volumes. Following in his footsteps is an aggressive move that will pay dividends.  A version of this content was originally shared on Brian’s email list. Join here to get monthly shots of aggressive living delivered right to your inbox.  Watch the full episode on YouTube here. 

Christmas is coming. Are you ready? Brian begins a limited run of four episodes, one per day leading up to Christmas, to prepare our hearts, minds, and muscles for the holiday. In this first episode, Brian focuses on how the shepherds responded to the news of Christ’s birth, and how that “haste” can help reframe your life.  A version of this content was originally shared on Brian’s email list. Join here to get monthly shots of aggressive living delivered right to your inbox.  Watch the full episode on YouTube here. 

Feeling forgotten, overlooked, or like you don’t belong this Christmas? In this powerful message, Brian Tome delivers hope for outsiders and misfits—drawing surprising truth from the holiday classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Recorded live at Crossroads Church in 2023, this teaching shows how not fitting in actually positions you for a deeper, more personal encounter with God. If the holidays leave you feeling unseen, disconnected, or out of place, this message will remind you that God specializes in using the unlikely. Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

Denny Baker, a Cincinnati Fire Department lieutenant with nearly 30 years of experience, shares vivid insights into the life of a firefighter. He discusses the intense emotional weight of responding to traumatic calls, especially those involving children. Denny emphasizes the importance of mental health support for crews, camaraderie among volunteers, and the physical demands of the job. He also reveals his unique side gig as a ventriloquist, adding a surprising twist to his service-oriented life.

Wassim Razzouk’s name is on the oldest tattoo shop in the world. Located in the heart of Jerusalem, Razzouk Tattoo has been tattooing Christians and pilgrims for over 700 years—including Brian. In this fascinating conversation, Wassim and Brian talk about the history of Christian tattoos, what it’s like to carry a family legacy for 27-generations, and the challenges of being a Palestinian Christian living in the Holy Land.  Watch the full episode on YouTube here

There’s much more to Thanksgiving than family, turkey, and football. In this classic episode of The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome, first released back in 2021, Brian hosts historian and author, Stephen Mansfield, for a mind-blowing conversation about the spiritual history of Thanksgiving. From the aggressive moves of the Pilgrims to come to America, to their harrowing voyage on the Mayflower and the miracle that saved the colony from starvation, you’ve never heard the Thanksgiving story quite like this. Released for the first time in video format, this episode packs a punch capable of changing the way you think about and celebrate the holiday.  Watch the full  episode on YouTube here.

When Scott MacLellan’s daughter was diagnosed with a rare health condition, he knew her childhood would be a fight. Enduring hundreds of surgeries wasn’t the worst of it. What started as a prescription for opioid painkillers eventually became an addiction, pushing Scott’s family to the brink. For over a decade, he fought for his daughter’s future—until a desperate prayer, and a chance encounter, changed everything. On the other side of addiction, Scott and his family are now addiction advocates, helping to pioneer new treatment, and hope, for families walking through similar circumstances. No matter the fight you are facing, Scott’s story can be the shot of inspiration you need to keep going.  Learn more about Scott’s advocacy work at www.riversoul.org Watch this week's episode on YouTube here.

John Funnell, a Welsh pastor at Noddfa Church, transformed a struggling congregation of six into a thriving community of over 300 in one of Wales' poorest valleys. He shares the journey of revival sparked by prayer, persistence, and community engagement. John distinguishes between revival for believers and awakening for the spiritually lost, recounts a powerful three-week encounter with God's presence, and discusses how crises can lead people back to faith. He emphasizes the necessity of genuine relationships and active faith in modern times.

Jim Burgen, a pastor and outdoorsman, shares insights from MAN CAMP, where men unite to pursue God. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and connection, having delivered a heartfelt talk that resonated deeply. The conversation explores aging aggressively, the pursuit of new experiences, and the evolving state of masculinity. Jim discusses recent trends of young men returning to faith, the value of mentoring, and how embracing challenges can lead to spiritual growth. His message centers on God’s love and the hope that masculinity is indeed improving.