In today’s world, boys are growing up surrounded by screens, video games, and digital distractions. How can parents guide them toward godly manhood?

In this episode, Leslie Nunnery welcomes Mark Hancock, CEO of Trail Life USA, to dive deep into the challenges boys face today and how parents can intentionally disciple them.

Plus, hear how Trail Life USA is making a difference in young men’s lives and how they’ll be investing in dads at Teach Them Diligently events this year!

Topics Covered in this Episode:

Why virtual worlds are so captivating to boys—and what parents can do about it

How to engage your son’s heart rather than just control his behavior

The importance of real-world challenges and adventure in shaping strong men

Why “letting boys be boys” is key to their healthy development

How dads and mentors play a crucial role in discipleship

Meet the Guest:

Mark T. Hancock began his career founding a national advertising agency and running it for fifteen years. His conversion to Christ led him into ministry as a Youth and College Pastor, Associate Pastor, Homeless Ministry Director and Global Event Director for an international ministry, organizing events on five continents.

He holds two Masters Degrees in the Mental Health Counseling field, having spent time in private practice, and has taught at secular and Christian colleges. Mark has been a guest on numerous radio and television programs including: Focus on the Family, Fox Nation’s Starnes Country, Family Life Radio, The Eric Metaxas Show, and James Dobson’s Family Talk Program.

He is the author of Trail-Ready: 101 Devotions for Dads with Boys, Too Much Tubular (with BRAVE Books), and co-author of Flight of the Falcon.

Mark was named to the American Family Association’s ’40 Faithful’. An author, award-winning writer, and conference speaker, he serves as Chief Executive Officer of Trail Life USA and lives near Greenville, SC with his wife of over 35 years. They have two sons.

Additional Resources:

Join us at our Teach Them Diligently conventions in 2025! Trail Life USA will be in attendance and will be sponsoring our men’s breakfast at all locations! Click HERE for more information.

Find out more information about Trail Life USA HERE