10 Lessons in Ministering to Men with Steve Sonderman (Part 1)

Today on the No Regrets Podcast, Albo Esilaba is joined by No Regrets Founder, Steve Sonderman for Part One of a powerful two-part series: Lessons in Ministering to Men. Drawing from 37 years of ministry experience, Steve shares wisdom, encouragement, and practical insight for anyone leading or investing in men.

The conversation begins by celebrating the incredible momentum from this year's No Regrets Conference—159 host sites, a sold-out gathering of 3,000 men at Elmbrook Church, and countless stories of surrender, prayer, and life change. The movement continues, and you can still access conference sessions and sign up for the follow-up study.

In this first episode, Steve unpacks five foundational lessons he's learned over nearly four decades:

• What we are doing matters. Ministering to men is challenging, but when a man's life changes, it impacts his family, workplace, church, and community.
• Become friends and change the world. Men are lonely. Relationships are transformative. Ministry was never meant to be done alone—Jesus had a team, and we need one too.
• Have a big enough vision to think small. Bigger isn't always better. Real movements begin with a few men committed to discipling others.
• Prayer is the front lines. The walls around men's hearts are high, and only prayer can soften them.
• Lead with humility. True leadership begins with listening and serving, following the example of Jesus.

This episode is filled with perspective, encouragement, and practical direction for anyone serious about helping men grow.

You can still watch the conference sessions and join the follow-up study at: https://noregrets.pathwright.com/library/surrender-follow-up-study-242034/749353/about/