Vertical Pursuit
Religion & Spirituality Podcas
Vertical Pursuit exists to help you gain the elevation between where you are and where God destined you to be. We want to inspire you to create the space to live your best life every day. In today's culture, men are defeated, isolated, beat down, and stereotyped. We also live in a time where men are hunting and hungry for the blueprint of what it means to be a man. Imagine not living a life of shame or failure. A life of defeat, regret, or insignificance. A life of isolation, fear, and loneliness. Instead, we can live a life of power and purpose that will clarify our outlook, overcome our struggles, forge our relationships, and impact our world. Vertical Pursuit podcast is about helping men find a place to be known, belong, and unlock their God-given potential. A place to move from the ordinary to the extraordinary! As we focus on manhood primarily in this podcast, we believe we can empower men to embrace Jesus-formed masculinity in a way that inspires them to be the best husbands, fathers, friends, and leaders to those around them. Mike Barrett, also known as "MB", is a former television play-by-play announcer for the Portland Trail Blazers of the National Basketball Association, the Portland Thunder of the Arena Football League, and the Portland Fire of the WNBA. Mike Tatlock, also known as “Tats”, is an author, NBA chaplain for the Portland Trail Blazers, and Lead Pastor of Grace Chapel in Wilsonville, Oregon.
Location:
United States
Description:
Vertical Pursuit exists to help you gain the elevation between where you are and where God destined you to be. We want to inspire you to create the space to live your best life every day. In today's culture, men are defeated, isolated, beat down, and stereotyped. We also live in a time where men are hunting and hungry for the blueprint of what it means to be a man. Imagine not living a life of shame or failure. A life of defeat, regret, or insignificance. A life of isolation, fear, and loneliness. Instead, we can live a life of power and purpose that will clarify our outlook, overcome our struggles, forge our relationships, and impact our world. Vertical Pursuit podcast is about helping men find a place to be known, belong, and unlock their God-given potential. A place to move from the ordinary to the extraordinary! As we focus on manhood primarily in this podcast, we believe we can empower men to embrace Jesus-formed masculinity in a way that inspires them to be the best husbands, fathers, friends, and leaders to those around them. Mike Barrett, also known as "MB", is a former television play-by-play announcer for the Portland Trail Blazers of the National Basketball Association, the Portland Thunder of the Arena Football League, and the Portland Fire of the WNBA. Mike Tatlock, also known as “Tats”, is an author, NBA chaplain for the Portland Trail Blazers, and Lead Pastor of Grace Chapel in Wilsonville, Oregon.
Twitter:
@tatlock
Language:
English
Contact:
+1 503-570-2988
Website:
https://verticalpursuit.org/
Episodes
Episode 054: Living a Life of Boldness
4/19/2024
Of course, we want to always be grace-filled and loving, but at what point do our beliefs strengthen our confidence to the point that we’re ready to fight for them? In a shaken world, standing firm and being bold is one way we can walk in obedience.
Duration:01:04:40
Episode 055: Keeping Fear Under Control
4/19/2024
There are many in this world who use fear to control us, and there is a lot to be fearful of right now. But, don’t let fear call all the shots. This takes discipline and great faith. A healthy fear of God is how we defend against fear in the world.
Duration:01:05:04
Episode 052: Do Not Believe The Lies
4/6/2024
We are bombarded every day with lies from the enemy. You are not good enough, strong enough, wise enough, are undeserving, and don’t have what it takes, are examples. Have the strength to fight back with your own truths, and don’t get caught in the crazy cycle. For every lie, God arms us with the power to rebuke them.
Duration:01:03:50
Episode 053: Moral Compromise
4/6/2024
How many examples do we have to see of people we once held in high esteem crashing to the ground because they compromised? We always think of these as being major forks in the road, and they can be. But, they can also be the smallest of decisions that face us every day. Where is your line in the sand? How slippery is the slope?
Duration:01:11:56
Episode 051: What Does It Mean To Rest?
4/5/2024
We hear all the time how men chase rest, peace, and refreshment. There is a shortage of all three, in a big way, right now. Yet, the Bible doesn’t just suggest it, it commands that we practice it. How do we put aside our need for constant achievement, practice resistance and reclamation, and reach the rarified air of true rest?
Duration:01:02:17
Episode 050: Africa Recap
4/5/2024
Pastor Tatlock recently returned from his 4th trip to Rwanda, and was a guest speaker at a big conference put on by Africa New Life. He discusses his experience, and we go into all that is right with that country, and what the United States can learn from the great people who have completely turned that country around following a bloody genocide.
Duration:01:03:16
Episode 045: The Life Of An NBA Team Chaplain
2/26/2024
We have discussed in past episodes the opportunity Pastor Tatlock has had as the team chaplain for the Portland Trail Blazers. But, we’ve never really gotten into details about what it’s all about, and how so many athletes seem to gain their strength from their faith. Why is this? And, why are some so bold in sharing, while others opt for a more private approach?
Duration:00:55:47
Episode 045: The Life Of An NBA Team Chaplain
2/26/2024
We have discussed in past episodes the opportunity Pastor Tatlock has had as the team chaplain for the Portland Trail Blazers. But, we’ve never really gotten into details about what it’s all about, and how so many athletes seem to gain their strength from their faith. Why is this? And, why are some so bold in sharing, while others opt for a more private approach?
Duration:00:55:47
Episode 045: The Life Of An NBA Team Chaplain
2/26/2024
We have discussed in past episodes the opportunity Pastor Tatlock has had as the team chaplain for the Portland Trail Blazers. But, we’ve never really gotten into details about what it’s all about, and how so many athletes seem to gain their strength from their faith. Why is this? And, why are some so bold in sharing, while others opt for a more private approach?
Duration:00:55:47
Episode 045: The Life Of An NBA Team Chaplain
2/26/2024
We have discussed in past episodes the opportunity Pastor Tatlock has had as the team chaplain for the Portland Trail Blazers. But, we’ve never really gotten into details about what it’s all about, and how so many athletes seem to gain their strength from their faith. Why is this? And, why are some so bold in sharing, while others opt for a more private approach?
Duration:00:55:47
Episode 049: Guest - Meyers Leonard
2/22/2024
He may have played 456 NBA regular season games, along with 30 playoff games, but it took a public fall for Meyers Leonard to find his true identity, joy, and peace. We are so drawn to stories of redemption, and this much is clear - through the fire, Meyers, a devoted husband and father, is now living his best life.
Duration:01:55:11
Episode 047: Finding Your Value
2/10/2024
We’ve all know that the value of something is determined by what someone will pay for it. Are you spending time reminding your soul of its worth, by reminding yourself of the high price that was paid to redeem you? Sounds simple, but how do we do that?
Duration:00:56:06
Episode 048: Gratitude’s Connection to Anxiety and Fear
2/10/2024
Surely we’re not expected to simply fake it when we’re hard times. But, how exactly do we practice thanksgiving in the face of tragedy or anxiety? How can we turn our eyes from our situation to our Saviour?
Duration:00:56:01
Episode 046: Guest - Milo Curtis
2/4/2024
Milo Curtis is a chaplain in the United States Navy, and is currently stationed in Virginia. He joined us to discuss the moment he realized he was being called, and what he’s learned since. The job of a chaplain entails more than just one sit down discussion could hold, but the adventures, stories, and duties, are fascinating and inspiring.
Duration:01:26:11
Episode 044: Politics and Prayer
1/26/2024
These are crazy times, indeed. The politics of 2024 will be front and center, and will likely cause a massive amount of worry and anxiety for our country. So, how should we be approaching this in prayer? And, what are some ways we can put what is happening in America in the proper perspective? It’s a complex issue, and we take a swing at it in this episode.
Duration:00:54:15
Episode 042: Get Ready
1/19/2024
What are prophetic words, and why does it seem everyone is getting a message exactly like this right now? We know that 2024 will likely be a little crazy, and time seems to be moving faster recently. So, rather than let chalk this up to ‘coincidence’ we thought we’d take a deeper dive into what it could mean.
Duration:00:53:53
Episode 043: The Sixth Sense
1/19/2024
We all know this feeling. We’ve all heard things like “what does your gut tell you?” Or, people will say “I just have a weird feeling about this.” Are we sure that our sixth sense isn’t a link to immortal existence, and perhaps a way for us to perceive the devine? The Bible calls this discernment. Perhaps we should be paying a little more attention to those hairs on the back of our necks.
Duration:00:54:57
Episode 041: Guest - Jason A Atkinson
12/17/2023
Jason has been a senator, candidate for governor, public leader, author, storyteller, speaker, director of big global projects, and is a massive influencer in the fly fishing world. When facing a time of reinvention, he turned to the idea of serving shepherds. What he’s created is something called Pastor’s Monday. He joined us to discuss that, and much more.
Duration:01:18:37
Episode 039: Prevent The Drift
11/12/2023
Drifting from the life you want to be leading can be aimless and involuntary. But, we’re all susceptible to it. We can wander down a path, and by the time we look up, we’re miles from home, living a life and making choices that are destructive. But, no matter how far we drift, we must know that God is at home, awaiting our return.
Duration:00:48:14
Episode 040: The True Meaning Of Freedom
11/12/2023
When you don’t know the truth, you settle for the lie. So many things in our lives attempt to steal our freedom. And, we’re not just talking about power-hungry governmental players. We’re talking about the true enemy who hates the idea of us being free. When you seek Jesus, he gives you TRUE freedom.
Duration:00:51:25