Lt. Col. Oliver North (ret.) is a combat decorated U.S. Marine, #1 best-selling author, business owner, holder of three U.S. patents and well-known statesman. For seventeen years he was a syndicated columnist and host of “War Stories” on FOX.

The only friend of Brave Men podcast that was targeted for assassination by Abu Nidal, Col. North is a man of courage and hope. He’s coordinated hostage rescues, headed up counter-terrorism teams, been wounded in war and leads men’s Bible studies in his hometown. He is a stalwart man.

With all his accomplishments he says his greatest achievement is being “the God-fearing husband of one, father of four, and grandfather of eighteen.” Our powerful conversation was originally aired in 2020. We air it again now during the Fourth of July celebrations – because this is what a hero looks like.

BraveMen podcast is a production of the Christian Men’s Network, based in Dallas, Texas. For resources to mentor your family or work in a men’s group – go to https://CMN.men

(00:00) Honoring a Brave Marine Veteran
(06:07) Empowering Men for Spiritual Growth
(09:40) Navigating Life's Seasons
(24:54) Serving and Honoring American Heroes
(37:14) Transformative Encounter With Faith
(51:46) Manhood, Leadership, and Faith
(59:39) Inspiring Men to Live Biblically
(01:06:46) Discovering Resources at CMNMen

Invest some time in an inspiring conversation with CMN President Paul Cole. Start cranking the fundamentals of becoming a champion. It’s doing the basics and doing them well over and over that creates a successful season … and a successful life in Christ.

Building a life that overcomes adversity doesn’t just happen. It’s the result of determination and purpose and discipline. Using Maximized Manhood, the global best-selling book written by Paul’s father Dr. Ed Cole, as a guide we dive in to the basics of manhood. Read by over thirty million men in fifty languages MaxMan is the Biblically based fundamental roadmap to a resilient life.

When a seed is put in the ground you don’t expect it to become dirt … and a man that is mentored in Christ, when he is put into culture, doesn’t become the culture. That’s why we’re passionate about discipling men.

BraveMen is a production of the Christian Men’s Network. CMN is active in over 100 nations in the fight against fatherlessness and apathy - building strong men, strong families and strong churches. CMN resources help pastors and leaders disciple men. Access those resources at CMN.men

(00:04) Back to Basics
(12:24) The Pursuit of God's Presence
(17:43) Path to Maturity and Maximized Manhood
(22:50) Internal Battles and Heart Issues