The Gospel & Gradebooks Podcast

Easter Recap and a Humbling Mission Trip

The guys are back together this week, sharing stories from Easter weekend and catching up after some time apart. Then Timm dives into his recent mission trip to Jamaica, where God used unexpected and humbling moments to shape his heart and perspective.
This episode is a reminder that God often does His best work in the moments that stretch us the most. We’re talking faith, humility, and seeing God clearly—even when life gets uncomfortable.
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Following Jesus Is a Reason to Celebrate

Timm is out this week on a missions trip, so Jamie is holding it down solo.
After a full spring break—coaching a softball game, celebrating his dad’s 61st birthday, and getting some much-needed rest with a family beach trip—this episode takes a step back to talk about something we don’t always emphasize enough: joy.
During Holy Week, it’s easy to focus on the weight and seriousness of what Jesus did. And that matters. But it’s not the whole picture.
Because of Christ, we don’t just have forgiveness—we have life. And that life is meant to be lived with joy.
In this episode, Jamie talks about what it looks like to truly celebrate your relationship with Jesus—not just in church, but in everyday life. Not a forced happiness, but a real, childlike joy that comes from knowing who you are and what’s been done for you.
If your faith has started to feel heavy, this episode is a reminder: following Jesus isn’t just something you carry—it’s something you get to celebrate.
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Guardrails for Christian Men: Staying on Track

Spring break is almost here, and Timm and Jamie are counting down the hours but they’re also getting real about something every man faces: drifting from God.
In this episode, we break down the most common reasons men lose focus in their faith, distractions, comfort, isolation, and compromise, and the guardrails we need to stay grounded. What habits, boundaries, and accountability systems actually help when life gets busy or easy?
This is a practical, honest conversation for men who want to stay consistent in their walk with Christ, even when it’s not convenient.
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The Hidden Idols In Our Busy Lives

After a two-week break, Jamie and Timm are back behind the microphones catching up on some big life changes in the Musgrove household. Between moving houses, helping family move, and the chaos of everyday life, it’s easy to realize just how quickly good things can start taking the place of the most important thing.
In this episode, the guys talk honestly about how work, hobbies, responsibilities, and even things we enjoy can quietly become idols if we’re not careful. They dig into the challenge Jesus gives in Matthew 6:33 to seek first the Kingdom of God and what that actually looks like for men trying to lead their families, serve others, and stay grounded in their faith.
If you’ve ever felt like life is pulling your attention in a hundred directions, this conversation is a reminder to reset your priorities and put God back where He belongs.
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Influence, Leadership, and Faith with Lee Snow

2.2 million followers across TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram. Millions more likes. But what shaped Lee Snow before the content ever existed? In this episode, Lee joins us to talk about his journey to Christ through a Bible study at Jacksonville State University, the mentor who saw leadership in him early on, and the moments that solidified his calling. We also dive into his growth as a Christian content creator, balancing influence with conviction, his love for family and firearms, and several stories that had us laughing. If you’re a Christian man navigating faith and leadership, this one is worth your time. If this conversation encouraged you, make sure to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more faith and education stories every week. Be sure to go show Lee some love!
Book: Still Here: Finding Peace in Philippians
Social Media:: @leemsnow

Obedience Without Applause

What do you do when obedience doesn’t pay off immediately?
This week, we talk about the Big Game, the politicization of both halftime shows, and a recent article claiming the Christian revival was fake and that people are leaving the faith. Culture shifts. Headlines change. Opinions get loud.
But obedience to Christ isn’t about instant results.
Timm and Jamie unpack what it means to stay faithful when there’s no applause, no viral moment, and no visible reward. We discuss cultural noise, faithfulness in quiet seasons, and why real Christian obedience is often unseen.
If you’re a man trying to lead your family, your classroom, or your workplace without immediate payoff, this episode is for you.
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Before You Can Lead, You Have to Come to Jesus

This week, we sit down with Sam Coley, associate pastor at The River Church in Columbus, Georgia. Sam shares his testimony of finding a real relationship with Jesus, meaningful stories from his family, and why men’s ministry must start with helping men understand their calling to lead at home. We talk about the weight men carry, the responsibility of leadership in the family, and why Jesus’ invitation in John 7:37 matters before a man ever tries to lead anyone else. This is an honest conversation about faith, family, and stepping into biblical leadership the right way.

Faith Above The Clouds

What does faith look like at 35,000 feet?
In this episode of Gospel & Gradebooks, we sit down with Scott Campbell, an airline pilot with over 20 years of experience in the cockpit and an even longer journey of faith. Scott shares stories from his upbringing, lessons learned from helping others, and how his walk with Christ has shaped the way he lives and leads both in the air and on the ground.
We talk about responsibility, trust, humility, and what it means to rely on God when the stakes are high. Scott’s perspective offers encouragement for men navigating careers, family, and faith in everyday life.
Whether you’re a teacher, a professional, or a man striving to live with purpose, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to keep your eyes fixed on what matters most.

Men Who Shepherd

Recorded in the woods around a campfire, Jamie and Timm have an honest conversation about what it means for men to live as shepherds in every role God has given us. From caring for our wives and children, to leading students in the classroom, to the calling of pastors over their congregations, this episode explores why shepherding is relational work—and why men often struggle with it. We talk about the temptation to fix problems instead of walking with people and how Scripture consistently shows God shaping leaders through shepherding. Drawing from the lives of Abel, Abraham, and Moses, the conversation ultimately points to Jesus Christ as the perfect model of leadership. This episode challenges men to slow down, stay present, and faithfully shepherd the people God has placed in their care.
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Finding Peace in a World Full of Turmoil

Christians are called to stand firm without becoming harsh and to love deeply without compromising truth. In this episode, Timm and Jamie discuss the turmoil we’re seeing in the world and the tension many believers feel when responding to it. We talk about why truth and love were never meant to be separated and how losing either one leads us off course. We also share how we personally keep our focus on God and find peace in Him when everything around us feels unstable. This episode is an encouragement for men who want to live faithfully, speak wisely, and remain steady in uncertain times. Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.