The Rise Up Kings Podcast with Skylar Lewis

Send us a textWhat happens when God breaks into the darkest places—literally behind bars?In this powerful episode of the Rise Up Kings podcast, Skylar Lewis sits down with the founder of God Behind Bars, one of the largest prison ministries in America, reaching over 1 million inmates for Christ. From planting churches inside maximum security prisons to interviewing death row inmates who surrendered their gang affiliations for Jesus, this conversation will leave you stunned, inspired, and awakened.They talk redemption, identity, pain, leadership, and the incredible transformations happening behind prison walls. Real stories. Real change. One of the most gripping and raw interviews we’ve ever done.Topics Covered:- How hardened hearts are transformed in prison- The truth about trauma and identity in men- A death row inmate lays down his gang patch for Jesus- 2.4 million prisoners accessing faith-based content- Why passivity in men is destroying homes- What forgiveness actually means when you’re serving lifeIf you’ve ever doubted what God can do through pain, watch this.👇 Subscribe for more bold conversations around masculinity, leadership, and faith.Connect with God Behind Bars: Website:https://www.godbehindbars.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/godbehindbarsFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/GodBehindBarsYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@GodBehindBarsTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@godbehindbarsTwitter / X:https://twitter.com/GodBehindBarsContact Email (from website):info@godbehindbars.comDonation Page:https://www.godbehindbars.com/donateFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us a textWhat if the safety of your children came down to one question—Would a predator view YOU as dangerous enough to protect them?In this powerful episode of the Rise Up Kings podcast, Skylar Lewis, Coach Mondoe, and a panel of elite men, including a Green Beret, a Marine, and a former state trooper break down what it truly means to be a protector in today’s world. From childhood trauma to raising daughters in a broken culture, they expose why men must become spiritually and physically dangerous to shield their families.This is not about toxic masculinity. This is about righteous strength.▶ Discover why predators look for weak fathers▶ Learn how to raise dangerous sons and safe daughters▶ How to lead your home with spiritual authority▶ Why every Christian man must be a warrior at heartIf you're a father, husband, or leader—this episode will shake you to your core.Join our community now and join the movement to reclaim biblical masculinity.#RiseUpKings #ChristianMen #Fatherhood For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-ytFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us a textFormer Chief of Staff of Mr.Beast enterprises and current multi-media business owner, Shawn Hendrix, opens up about his brother’s suic*de, walking away from MrBeast, and finding faith, family, and purpose. This is a powerful story every man needs to hear.🔗 Connect with Shawn HendrixInstagram:   / theshawnhendrix  X (Twitter):   / theshawnhendrix  YouTube:    / producershawn  LinkedIn:   / producershawn  Barbarianfoundation.orgFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us a textRandy Adams survival story, face reconstruction, trauma, military PTSD, faith in God, depression, and purpose. Army veteran Randy Adams nearly died—then God gave him a new mission. In this powerful Rise Up Kings podcast, Randy shares his near-death trauma, coma survival, and miraculous reconstructive journey. After being brutally attacked and left for de@d his battle wasn’t just physical—it was spiritual. Skylar Lewis dives into Randy’s darkest moments, his healing process, and how God turned his pain into purpose.This episode will challenge your view of masculinity, resilience, and what it means to live for Christ after unimaginable loss.➡️ Subscribe for more real Christian men’s stories of pain, purpose, and rising up.Connect with Randy Adams on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ran_riseupTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@riseupranYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ran_riseupShop Rise Up Clothing: https://www.theriseupstore.comLink Hub: https://linktr.ee/weriseupFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt#RiseUpKings #SkylarLewis #ManhoodFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us a textIn this power-packed episode of the Rise Up Kings Podcast, Skylar Lewis sits down with Ryan Pineda, former pro baseball player turned real estate mogul, serial entrepreneur, and Kingdom-driven leader. Ryan shares his powerful testimony of how he went from flipping couches to flipping hundreds of homes, building multiple 7- 8 figure businesses, and stewarding massive wealth while staying radically aligned with his faith.They dive into the REAL mindset shifts required for men to build without being owned by money, how to lead a faith-first family while scaling fast, and what it truly means to operate from biblical standards in business. This is a must-watch for any man called to build, lead, and multiply — without losing his soul.For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-ytFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us a textNik Keswani, once known as "Big Nik" on Vine, had it all—fame, followers, and fortune. But behind the scenes, he was entangled in darkness, depression, and deception. Raised in Hinduism and immersed in Hollywood's allure, Nik's life took a drastic turn when he encountered the stark realities of the spiritual realm.In this gripping episode, Nik unveils:His journey in finding the truth in ChristianityThe emptiness behind his social media fameEncounters with occult practices in HollywoodA life-changing experience that led him to JesusNik's testimony is a powerful reminder that true peace and freedom are found not in the world's offerings but in a relationship with Jesus Christ.Chapters: 0:00:00 Intro: From Hinduism to Jesus  0:05:26 Fame, Success & Feeling Empty  0:11:16 Childhood Pain and Physical Struggles  0:16:47 Rejecting Victimhood, Embracing Strength  0:22:27 Building Faith Through Adversity  0:28:11 Encountering Demonic Realities  0:34:23 Radical Salvation and the Holy Spirit  0:40:04 The Truth About Deliverance  0:46:10 Can Christians Have Demons?  0:51:33 Exposing the New Age Deception  0:57:33 Faith Over Personal Development  1:03:24 Becoming a Dangerous Man of God  👉 Subscribe for more transformative stories and teachings. For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-ytFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us a textEvery man's battle with adulterous sin, lust, and temptation is real. Coach Mondoe and Coach David dive deep into biblical manhood, intimacy, and self-control in this powerful Coach's Corner edition of The Rise Up Kings Podcast. Struggling with this issue? You're not alone, join us: For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt#RiseUpKings #SkylarLewis #ManhoodFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us a textWhat’s really dividing America isn’t race—it’s the lie of victimhood.In this explosive episode, Skylar Lewis sits down with entrepreneur, political leader, and potential Ohio governor candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to expose the truth behind reverse racism, the collapse of masculinity, and the cultural incentives that reward weakness over responsibility.From calling out DEI and woke ideology to breaking down the real crisis facing modern men and families, this conversation pulls no punches.If you're tired of the noise and ready for truth, don’t miss this.Connect with Vivek Ramaswamy and get his book "Nation of Victims":Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1546002960Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/VivekGRamaswamyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivekgramaswamy/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VivekGRamaswamy/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vivekgramaswamy/Website: https://www.vivekramaswamy.comConnect with Skylar Lewis and get his book "The 2 Day CEO":Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09WZ789GCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/skylarlewisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkylarLewisOCLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skylarlewisOfficial Website: https://www.skylarlewis.comRise Up Kings: https://riseupkings.comLinktree (all links): https://linktr.ee/riseupkingsFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt#RiseUpKings #SkylarLewis #VivekRamaswamy For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us a textSteve Weatherford, Super Bowl Champion turned Kingdom warrior, opens up about the darkest night of his life—the night he won it all and felt more empty than ever, from addiction to painkillers, s*icidal thoughts, and a broken identity, to a radical encounter with The Holy Spirit that changed everything. This episode isn’t just a testimony; it’s a spiritual awakening for every man stuck in a mission-driven life instead of a purpose-driven one. Steve shares the moment God found him in the darkest place, how childhood trauma and religious confusion planted lies that nearly destroyed him, and what happened when he surrendered completely to Jesus. If you’ve ever felt “not enough,” this is your wake-up call. This is the most vulnerable, powerful, and life-changing conversation you’ll hear all year. It's time to walk in full authority. It's time to go from distracted to activated. 👊 Men will cry. Chains will break. Legacies will shift.Chapters:00:00 - Winning the Super Bowl... and Feeling Empty  01:00 - Addicted, Depressed, and Hiding from the World  02:00 - A Pastor Calls Me Out by Name  05:00 - Everything I Achieved Still Left Me Broken  07:00 - Signing a Multi-Million Dollar Deal While Suicidal  09:00 - The Church Moment That Changed Everything  11:00 - Prophesied Over After 15 Years Away from God  13:00 - The Power Team: My First Encounter with Radical Faith  16:00 - S*xual Abuse and the Seeds of Shame  21:00 - P*rn, Escape, and the Silent Spiral  26:00 - The Hamster Wheel of Success That Never Satisfies  33:00 - A Lightning Bolt from the Holy Spirit  36:00 - My Son Gets Saved—Same Age, Same Pastor  39:00 - The Dangerous Prayer That Changed My Life  47:00 - Living On Purpose, Not Just on Mission  For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-ytFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Send us a textTestosterone is crashing, estrogen is rising, and men are being poisoned—spiritually and physically. In this Rise Up Kings episode, Dr. Austin Lake exposes the war on masculinity through food, fluoride, and fear.Dr. Austin Lake, a top functional medicine expert, breaks down how modern culture is destroying men’s health—from glyphosate in your food and fluoride in your water to low-fat diets, hormone disruptors, and spiritual complacency. This is a raw, unfiltered conversation every man needs to hear. Wake up, fight back, and rise up.For more about Dr. Austin Lake, his book, and his practice, check out the links below!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.austin.lake/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.austin.lakeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/discover/dr-austin-lakeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8d-M8Ma-wxvgEQnnRi-angWebsite: https://wholly.health/discoverBook: https://stan.store/Draustinlake/p/whollyhealthChapters:00:00 - Culture is a death cult  01:36 - Meet Dr. Austin Lake  03:28 - Stewarding your body as God’s temple  05:08 - Women’s hormones vs men’s hormones  09:06 - Testosterone crash since 1981  14:08 - You can't outwork a bad diet  16:14 - Fluoride and the pineal gland  20:16 - Chlorine and hidden toxins  24:04 - Why women suffer more than men  28:10 - Respect and the root of imbalance  31:22 - Depopulation and the healthcare agenda  36:13 - Why Dr. Lake stopped vaccinating his kids  41:22 - Autism, heavy metals, and gut-brain link  46:44 - Detoxing parasites and heavy metals  57:15 - Dr. Lake’s personal storyFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt#RiseUpKings #SkylarLewis #AustinLake #Testosterone #ManhoodFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt