"Men's Breakfast" with John Mark Caton
John Mark Caton
Patterns of Great Men: A Comparison of Moses, Solomon, and Uzziah
John Mark CatonEpisode · 38 min · December 23, 2025
About this episode
John Mark illustrates how stopping personal growth, becoming distracted, rejecting wise counsel, and succumbing to pride can prevent men from fulfilling their divine purpose.
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View all- 1Why Greatness Requires Obedience to God's PlanPastor John Mark Caton introduced a new series titled "Stepping Up to Greatness." He looks at the book of Deuteronomy and how men can elevate their spiritual lives and, consequently, the church.
- 2How to Avoid the Spiritual RutBy recalling past failures and God's faithfulness, John Mark encourages men to recognize their potential for revival and to refrain from circling in spiritual wilderness.
- 3How to Prepare for Life's BattlesPastor John Mark emphasizes the importance of preparing for life's battles, drawing lessons from Moses' approach as he leads the Israelites into the Promised Land.
- 4Last Words, Crucial LessonsPastor John Mark Caton highlights that as the Israelites prepare to enter the Promised Land, Moses, who is aware he won't accompany them, imparts crucial lessons for their success.
- 5Avoiding Temptation, Achieving GreatnessJohn Mark urges listeners to remain vigilant against temptations, always recognizing that God offers a way out in every circumstance.
- 6Marching Orders for GreatnessJohn Mark emphasizes the need for men to understand their theology, express passion for their faith, and take an active role in teaching both their children and the next generation.
- 7Rules for the Road to GreatnessPastor John Mark outlines five essential principles for men to follow, which serve as 'rules for the road' as they seek to live a life aligned with God's will and purpose.
- 8Tear It Up: Building a Strong Foundation in ColossiansJohn Mark delves into the Book of Colossians, stressing that right thinking leads to right living, underscoring the need for spiritual knowledge and growth.
- 9Tearing It Up In Ministry: A Man's GuideJohn Mark highlights attributes for effective ministry, beginning with the willingness to endure hardships for the gospel, emphasizing that all believers are called to serve, not just pastors.
- 10Tearing It Up: Living FreeJohn Mark emphasizes the importance of making genuine spiritual progress through a relationship with Christ, contrasting it with the concept of progressive Christianity.
- 11Tearing Up the Past for a Holy FuturePastor John Mark encourages continual self-examination and the need to "put to death" sinful tendencies, stressing that while salvation is a gift, the battle against sin remains ongoing.
- 12Tear It Up: Being Committed to the CallingConcluding the series on Colossians, John Mark reminds the listener of their collective potential to impact the world by being steadfast in their commitments to one another and to God.
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