Unlocking Faith S1E7 | Faith, Prayer, and Leadership

In this episode of the Unlocking Faith Podcast, hosts Marquis Wadley and Dr. Emory Berry Jr. explore the dynamics of church attendance, with a focus on the gender gap, authenticity in leadership, and how men can engage more meaningfully in spiritual communities 🙏🏾💬.

They discuss why vulnerability among male leaders matters, how authenticity builds trust, and what churches can do to create environments that foster genuine connection and support for men 💙🔥. The conversation also reframes prayer as a real conversation with God, offering practical insight on how to pray effectively, including references to biblical prayers 📖✨.

This episode encourages men to move beyond surface-level faith, embrace honesty in their spiritual walk, and find purpose and belonging within healthy faith communities.

🎧 Tune in for real talk, practical wisdom, and encouragement for men navigating faith and church life.

👇 Timestamps / Chapters

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

01:26 The Gender Gap in Church Attendance

06:02 Engaging Men in Church

14:59 Understanding Prayer

21:04 Prayers from the Bible

27:27 Closing Thoughts and Prayer

29:23 Unlocking Faith Outro.mp4

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#MenAndFaith #ChurchAndMen #ChristianPodcast #AuthenticFaith #FaithLeadership #PrayerLife #BiblicalPrayer #FaithCommunity #SpiritualGrowth #UnlockingFaith

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