The Impossible Life

Nick Surface & Garrett Unclebach
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Jul 24, 2025 • 1h 9min

227. When Is It Time to Leave Your Church? (And When It's Just Your Pride Talking)

Church hurt is real—but so is spiritual immaturity.In this episode of The Impossible Life, Nick and Josh Craft tackle a tough and often emotional topic: when is it actually right to leave your church? And when is it just an excuse that masks offense, ego, or passivity?They break down the biblical filters, red flags, and internal checkpoints that separate righteous conviction from spiritual cowardice. Whether you’re burned out, frustrated with leadership, or just feeling like “it’s not feeding me anymore,” this conversation will challenge you to look deeper.🔥 What You’ll Learn:The difference between conviction and offenseBiblical reasons to stay—and when to goWhy submission to imperfect leadership is a test of maturityThe danger of church consumerism and self-centered ChristianityHow God uses difficult people and dry seasons to grow youSigns you might be running from growth, not dysfunctionLevel up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.Apply for our Mindset Mastery Scholarship by clicking here.Level up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Apply to join Giant Killers here if you're a man that wants real accountability and training to become a leader.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.
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Jul 21, 2025 • 42min

226. Four Things To Run From For The Rest Of Your Life

Sometimes wisdom isn’t about what you chase—it’s about what you refuse to tolerate.In this episode of The Impossible Life, Garrett and Nick break down four toxic patterns that every man needs to run from—not once, not occasionally, but for the rest of his life.These aren't minor mindset tweaks. These are identity-level shifts that separate leaders from victims, warriors from the wounded, and men who live on purpose from those who drift and self-destruct.🔥 What You’ll Learn:The hidden poison of compromise and why it always comes with a billHow self-pity disguises itself as honesty—but robs you of strengthWhy bitterness is a prison you build and guard yourselfThe subtle death spiral of passivity and how it destroys influenceThe biblical and tactical ways to build a life of discipline, power, and purposeLevel up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.Apply for our Mindset Mastery Scholarship by clicking here.Level up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Apply to join Giant Killers here if you're a man that wants real accountability and training to become a leader.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.
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Jul 17, 2025 • 29min

225. Why She Doesn’t Respect You (And How to Change That)

Let’s be real—if your wife doesn’t respect you, it’s not just frustrating… it’s devastating. But here’s the harder truth: it’s probably your fault.In this raw and unfiltered episode of The Impossible Life, Nick and Garrett pull no punches as they unpack why so many men struggle with respect in their marriage—and what it actually takes to earn it back.This isn’t about ego or dominance. It’s about becoming a man your wife can trust, honor, and follow. The good news? Respect is rebuildable—but only if you're ready to face the truth.🔥 In This Episode:The #1 reason women lose respect for their husbands (hint: it’s not lack of income)Why your wife's trust and admiration are tied to your discipline and consistencyHow men subconsciously train their wives to either trust or dismiss themWhy nice guys often finish last in marriage—and what biblical masculinity actually looks likeThe difference between control and leadershipWhy integrity > intensity when it comes to earning back respect💬 Mic-Drop Quotes:“If you don’t respect yourself, why would she?”“Your wife is responding to the man you’ve trained her to believe you are.”“If your yes doesn’t mean yes, your leadership doesn’t mean anything.”“You don’t need her submission—you need to become worth following.”Level up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.Apply for our Mindset Mastery Scholarship by clicking here.Level up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Apply to join Giant Killers here if you're a man that wants real accountability and training to become a leader.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.
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Jul 14, 2025 • 1h 5min

224. Creation vs. Evolution - The Shaping of Belief With Bryan Osborne

In this mind-opening episode of The Impossible Life, Nick and Garrett sit down with Bryan Osborne, speaker and apologist with Answers in Genesis, to take aim at one of the most contested foundations in the Bible: Genesis 1–11.What you believe about the beginning of the world directly impacts how you understand truth, identity, morality, and the Gospel itself. Bryan walks through scientific, biblical, and philosophical evidence to challenge the assumptions of evolution and reaffirm the authority of God's Word—from the very first verse.If you’ve ever wondered how to defend your faith in today’s culture—or if you're ready to move beyond vague belief to convictional clarity—this is the episode to sharpen your edge.🔥 What You'll Learn:Why creation is the foundation of the Gospel—and what’s at stake if it’s lostHow evolution fails the test of logic, science, and internal consistencyThe truth about radiometric dating, fossils, and why the “missing links” are still missingHow the scientific method exposes the flaws of Big Bang theoryWhy most people confuse operational science with historical science—and why it mattersHow Genesis 1–11 defines key doctrines like gender, life, marriage, and sin📖 Key Takeaways:Worldview matters: Everyone interprets evidence through a lens. The question is—whose lens?All science is not the same: Observing a frog isn’t the same as explaining where frogs came fromThere is no neutrality: You’re either standing on God’s Word or man’s opinionFaith is not blind: Biblical faith aligns with reason, reality, and revelationConnect with Bryan and Answers in Genesis.Answers in Genesis YouTubeLevel up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.Apply for our Mindset Mastery Scholarship by clicking here.Level up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Apply to join Giant Killers here if you're a man that wants real accountability and training to become a leader.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.
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Jul 10, 2025 • 27min

223. Unpopular Opinion - Division of Labor In The Home Isn’t Oppression—It’s Excellence

Modern culture says equality means splitting everything 50/50.But what if that’s not just inefficient—it’s actually unwise? In this unapologetic episode of The Impossible Life, Nick and Garrett tackle one of their most controversial convictions yet:A clearly defined division of labor in the home isn't outdated—it's divine.Rooted in experience, principle, and biblical design, this conversation will challenge how you think about roles, parenting, identity, and the way you build your family life. If you're tired of shallow slogans and want to raise strong kids with a Kingdom vision—this one is for you.🔥 In This Episode:Why dividing labor reduces resentment and eliminates scorekeeping in marriageHow the “default parent” concept can actually provide security—not inequalityThe difference between roles that oppress and roles that express love and honorWhy excellence and calling, not preference or pressure, should determine responsibilityThe spiritual and emotional cost of outsourcing your children’s formationThe lie that “more money” equals a better life—and what real wealth looks like📖 Key Themes:Honor – How embracing roles actually honors God and each otherExcellence – Why your wife is better at some things—and that’s not just OK, it’s strategicVision – The prerequisite to executing any structure that works long-termSacrifice – How both men and women are called to give up comfort for what matters mostLevel up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.Apply for our Mindset Mastery Scholarship by clicking here.Level up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Apply to join Giant Killers here if you're a man that wants real accountability and training to become a leader.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.
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Jul 7, 2025 • 53min

222. The 6 Principles Running Your Life—Whether You Know It or Not

Discover how principles govern your life more than you realize! The hosts break down six essential principles—honor, trust, excellence, focus, discipline, and leadership—that shape your path to fulfillment. Learn the difference between knowledge and wisdom, and why asking the right questions can lead to better decisions. Tune in for insights on how to diagnose what's not working in your life and align with these forces for a more purposeful existence. Challenge your limitations and explore the impact of aligning with these universal truths!
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Jul 3, 2025 • 25min

221. How to Get Real Wisdom: What Solomon Missed and Most Men Still Don’t Understand

Wisdom isn’t just about making smart decisions—it’s about becoming the kind of man God can trust. In this hard-hitting episode of The Impossible Life, Garrett and Nick unpack what it truly means to grow in wisdom—not just intellectually, but spiritually, practically, and biblically.Prompted by a listener question, they go beyond the usual answers of “read Proverbs and pray,” diving deep into why wisdom without submission to God leads to ruin, how to spot counterfeit wisdom, and what separates godly wisdom from clever manipulation.🔥 In This Episode:Why Solomon’s story is a warning, not just a modelHow to define wisdom as “God’s perspective for God’s purpose”The three pillars of godly wisdom: submission, source, and discernmentHow to filter worldly knowledge through biblical truth and the Holy SpiritThe surprising ways God uses failure, fools, and frustration to grow your wisdom📖 Key Scriptures:Proverbs 4:7 – “Wisdom is the principal thing…”James 3:17 – The fruit of heavenly wisdomProverbs 9:10 – “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom”Ecclesiastes – Solomon’s crisis of meaning and misplaced successLevel up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.Apply for our Mindset Mastery Scholarship by clicking here.Level up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Apply to join Giant Killers here if you're a man that wants real accountability and training to become a leader.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.
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Jun 30, 2025 • 1h 1min

220. Gender Confusion, Truth, and the Collapse of Culture: Dr. Alex McFarland on the Fight for the Next Generation

In this fire-filled episode of The Impossible Life, Nick Surface sits down with renowned apologist, evangelist, and cultural analyst Dr. Alex McFarland—a man who’s preached in all 50 states, written over 20 books, and led thousands to truth through bold biblical worldview teaching.They dive headfirst into the most pressing issues of our time—the attack on truth, gender confusion, biblical illiteracy, and the weakening of the modern Church—and how Christian men can be the leaders our generation so desperately needs.🔥 What You’ll Hear:Why the Church in America is losing influence—and how to reclaim itHow we ended up in a culture where truth is relative and identity is fluidThe real roots of LGBTQ ideology, gender confusion, and Gen Z’s identity crisisWhy most Christians don’t understand the full cost of the GospelThe call for men to love boldly, lead spiritually, and speak truth unapologeticallyGet in touch, see his books, and get all the information on Dr Alex McFarland by clicking here.Level up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.Apply for our Mindset Mastery Scholarship by clicking here.Level up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Apply to join Giant Killers here if you're a man that wants real accountability and training to become a leader.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.
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Jun 26, 2025 • 33min

219. You Become What You Worship: Redefining Worship, Identity, and Daily Obedience

Worship isn’t just music—it’s what you serve, what you sacrifice for, and who (or what) shapes you. In this powerful episode of The Impossible Life, Nick is joined by returning guest Josh Craft to explore a hard-hitting biblical truth: You become like what you worship. (Psalm 115:8)From ancient idols to modern obsessions, the conversation uncovers how men today are constantly worshiping—often without realizing it. And the sobering reality is: whatever you give your time, attention, and trust to is forming your identity.In This Episode:The law of first mention and what Genesis 22 teaches us about real worshipHow Abraham’s obedience redefined worship as trust, surrender, and sacrificeWhy your work, choices, and attention are all acts of worshipThe danger of modern idols: success, status, comfort, insecurityThe Hebrew and Greek words for worship—and how they reveal the heart of biblical manhoodLevel up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.Apply for our Mindset Mastery Scholarship by clicking here.Level up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Apply to join Giant Killers here if you're a man that wants real accountability and training to become a leader.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.
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Jun 23, 2025 • 52min

218. The Book of Acts Isn't Over - How The Holy Spirit Still Moves Today With Gwyn Daniel

The Holy Spirit is the most misunderstood person of the trinity. Often, you will hear the Holy Spirit referred to as an it rather than a person and people question whether He still moves the way we read in Acts chapter 2. In this episode, we have on Gwny Daniel from Wales who has spent over 50 years as a Pastor, church planter, and man of God. Gwyn's relationship and fellowship with the Holy Spirit is his source of greatest joy and he shares about his experiences and answers some of the most common questions and misunderstandings people have about the Holy Spirit. If you want to have a freshness in your relationship with God, listen to this episode. It will stir your faith, hunger, and desire for God to work through the Holy Spirit in your life.Level up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.Apply for our Mindset Mastery Scholarship by clicking here.Level up your life with IDLife nutrition by clicking here.Apply to join Giant Killers here if you're a man that wants real accountability and training to become a leader.Level up your greatest asset with us in Mindset Mastery. How you think will change everything in your life. Click here to learn more.

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