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Nick D's Story: From Darkness to Light
Hey everyone! Welcome to the pilot episode of the Brotherhood Podcast. I'm Nick D, and today, I'm excited to share my journey and the incredible influence of Randy Garn on my life. This episode will dive deep into how the Brotherhood was created, why we're doing it, and the profound impact Randy has had on me.
My Early Life and Struggles
Let me take you back to my childhood. It wasn't the best of times; in fact, it was pretty rough. Verbal and physical abuse were part of my daily life, and it left me questioning everything, including the existence of God. One day in high school, during a religion class, I desperately asked for a sign if there was a God. To my amazement, a white bird hit the window right after my plea. But my faith journey didn't get easier from there. I got kicked out of class for sharing what happened, which only deepened my skepticism.
Meeting Randy Garn
Fast forward a few years, and I found myself at a Joe Polish Genius Network event. I had no idea who Randy Garn was when I first met him, but we hit it off right away. Joe Polish introduced Randy to everyone, highlighting his impressive achievements, including selling his company Prosper and being a New York Times best-selling author. Despite his accolades, Randy treated me with incredible kindness and respect, and we quickly became friends.
The Power of Faith and Brotherhood
Randy introduced me to the power of faith in a way I had never experienced before. Even though I was resistant at first, Randy's consistent support and his messages about the gospel started to change my heart. He even sent missionaries to my house, and out of respect for him, I always listened to them. Eventually, Randy baptized both me and my wife, marking a profound spiritual awakening in my life.
The Concept of the Brotherhood
Inspired by Randy's influence, I came up with the idea of the Brotherhood. It's a community built on family, faith, and fitness, designed to support people through life's challenges. Randy's mentorship and my financial turnaround, which I believe was divine intervention, are testaments to the power of faith and perseverance. This brotherhood is about surrounding ourselves with positive influences and seeking guidance from mentors like Randy.
Randy Garn's Insights: Embracing Faith & Integrity
Hey everyone, it's Randy Garn here. I'm currently in Houston, Texas, and it's great to be part of this pilot episode of the Brotherhood Podcast. Nick's journey has been incredible to witness, and I'm honored to share some of my insights on faith and living a life aligned with God's will.
The Role of Adversity in Growth
Life's challenges can feel like hurricanes, either destroying or clearing a path. From my own experiences, I've learned that enduring and overcoming these trials is what strengthens us. Trusting in God and recognizing His presence in our lives is crucial. Just like Nick, I've faced moments of deep struggle and found strength through faith.
The Golden, Platinum, and Gospel Rules
I've always lived by a few guiding principles that have shaped my life and relationships:
- The Golden Rule: Treat others the way you want to be treated.
- The Platinum Rule: Treat others the way they want to be treated, respecting their individuality.
- The Gospel Rule: Treat others the way God would treat them, seeing them through a lens of divine love and compassion.
These rules are about empathy, understanding, and unconditional love, which are the foundations of meaningful connections.
Living as a Man of God
There's a significant difference between the natural man, who seeks worldly pleasures, and a man of God, who strives to live by divine principles. Every person is born with the light of Christ, capable of recognizing and responding to truth. My book, "Prosper: Create the Life You Really Want," explores the balance between money, happiness, and sustainability, reflecting my holistic approach to success.
The Impact of Integrity
Let me share a story from my business career. We discovered that we owed a partner a significant amount of money from a few years back. Even though it would have been easy to ignore, my business partner and I chose to honor that commitment. We sent the money with a heartfelt message. This act of integrity strengthened our relationship and opened new business opportunities. It's a powerful example of the principles of reciprocity and trust.
Ending Thoughts
To the Brotherhood, I encourage you to build a strong relationship with God through prayer, meditation, and service. By aligning your will with God's, you can experience true joy, make better decisions, and positively impact those around you. Remember, it's not about perfection but about striving to be better every day.
For more insights, you can visit my website or check out my book "Prosper" here.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What’s the golden rule?
Treat people the way you want to be treated. It's the understanding that within inside of all of us is the Holy Spirit, is God, and to look at other people as God sees people, and hopefully they see the same in me. And forgive me for the sins that I might have. The golden rule is treat others the way you want to be treated, but here's the problem, what if you don't treat yourself well? And what if that person doesn't want to be treated the way you want to be treated?
2. What’s the platinum rule?
There's another rule, there's a higher rule called the platinum rule, which is learn to treat others. And don't get me wrong, the golden rule, I'm talking good, better, best here. I'm not, like golden rule is great. The platinum rule is just a little higher. It's to treat others the way they want to be treated. So that's when you get really good at interpersonal communications and relationships is to treat people and be like, okay, let me get a little bit more customized and treat people the way they want to be treated and understand who they are. Oh man, this guy went to Baylor, he loves football and he's got 3 kids and his son has leukemia and how can I support him and what can I do to help him and how can I lift and build him up? So that's the Platinum Rule and then I really thought about that like you know what there's actually a rule that's a little higher than that.
3. What is the gospel rule?
The gospel rule is to treat others the way that God would treat them and see them. And as the brotherhood, that's what I would say. That's like our, my greatest thing is that I literally don't care what religion people are. I don't care what race they are. I don't care where they're from. In fact, I absolutely love it because I do see everybody as that we are brothers and we're all created by an amazing, you know, God of heaven that is mindful of us and that does know who we are.
4. What is the shift between the natural man and a man of God?
I've been reflecting a lot on the difference between the natural man and a man of God. We’re in a time where talking about God, trusting in Him, and being God-fearing are more important than ever. Personally, I pray unceasingly, and I think it's one of the biggest things Nick and I discuss.
We’re all born with the light of Christ, capable of recognizing truth when we hear it. But there's also the natural man in us, the part that seeks worldly pleasures and things that rust and decay. I wrote about this in my book, "Prosper," which balances money, happiness, and sustainability. If anyone's interested, I'm happy to send a free copy to the group.
The natural man is often self-centered, focused on personal gain and recognition, lacking humility. This can lead to addictions and the worship of false gods, like money. It’s not that money is bad; it’s how we use it and where our hearts and minds are. The natural man can become an enemy to God if we forget about Him and all He’s done for us.
On the other hand, a man of God seeks to align his life with God's will and teachings. This transformation involves living according to the gospel principles—faith, repentance, and baptism. It’s about striving to overcome the natural man's inclinations through spiritual growth, prayer, humility, charity, faith, hard work, and obedience. When we align our lives with God's will, incredible things happen.
Other Frequently Asked Questions:
What inspired the creation of the Brotherhood Podcast?
The Brotherhood Podcast was inspired by the profound impact Randy Garn had on Nick D's life. Their friendship and Randy's mentorship led Nick to create a platform that could share their stories and inspire others to embrace faith and personal development.
What are the core values of the Brotherhood?
The Brotherhood is built on the core values of family, faith, and fitness. It aims to provide a supportive community for individuals navigating life's challenges, fostering positive influences and mentorship.
How did Nick D and Randy Garn meet?
Nick D and Randy Garn met at a Joe Polish Genius Network event. Despite not knowing Randy initially, Nick was struck by Randy's humility and genuine interest in others, leading to a fast and impactful friendship.
What are the guiding principles Randy Garn lives by?
Randy Garn lives by three guiding principles:
- The Golden Rule: Treat others the way you want to be treated.
- The Platinum Rule: Treat others the way they want to be treated, respecting their individuality.
- The Gospel Rule: Treat others the way God would treat them, seeing them through a lens of divine love and compassion.
How has faith impacted Nick D's life?
Faith has played a transformative role in Nick D's life. From overcoming a challenging childhood to experiencing a profound spiritual awakening through Randy Garn's mentorship, faith has been central to Nick's personal growth and success.
What role does integrity play in Randy Garn's philosophy?
Integrity is a cornerstone of Randy Garn's philosophy. He believes in living with honesty and trust, even when it's inconvenient. A notable example is when he honored a financial commitment to a business partner from years ago, which strengthened their relationship and led to new opportunities.
What advice does Randy Garn give for building a strong relationship with God?
Randy Garn advises building a strong relationship with God through prayer, meditation, and service. He emphasizes the importance of aligning one's will with God's to experience true joy and make better decisions.
Where can I learn more about Randy Garn and his work?
You can learn more about Randy Garn and his work by visiting his website. You can also purchase his book "Prosper" here.
How can I join the Brotherhood community?
To join the Brotherhood community or learn more about it, listen to the Brotherhood Podcast, participate in their events, and connect with like-minded individuals who share the values of family, faith, and fitness. For specific inquiries, you can reach out through the podcast's official channels.
