Idea.....Warrior Poet book of the month club....you pick the book, we have 30 days to read it and then you do a video on the book. Killer stuff. I'm in
it is a good idea. Right now I'm just doing the warrior poet profile reading. I'm going through Musashi's writtings. George Washington will be next. Maybe I could just announce the next book at the end of the video until we all figure out something better?
In your first video I saw, I rolled my eyes. I think it was called "So you want to be a Ranger" or something. As a former Ranger qualified Infantry Officer I thought it was just another SOF guy strutting his stuff. But I've QUICKLY come to love your channel, now my favorite, and your awesome thoughts and perspective of things. I love how you bring theology, philosophy, and thinking men as protectors of family and community all together! It is refreshing and you remind me of things I used to be better at when I was leading Soldiers physically, mentally, and spiritually. Shouldn't we be even better at it for our families?! I love your channel and please, keep up the good work!
John you fill a large void in our community. Thanks so much for filling this void. I couldn't agree more with your reading list. I'm also happy you out the Bible as the most important. God bless you brother.
I am always excited when a brother shares his faith in Christ. Continue being strong and courageous; neither afraid or confused, for the Lord Your God is with you wherever you go.
Totally agree that our society has turned away from books and we only want bite sized info. The only thing I would add is that it's always good to read books of alternative viewpoints also. Yes I could cram my head with only one viewpoint but if I am so certain of my stance on things, I should be able to read the alternative also and at least try to understand why people think differently from me.
Suck My Mod good for you. But, why would you deliberately try & "wrap your mind" around someone else's view point if there objective is to deceive the reader\ viewer. ? Hence something like the fake news media... Or, some other propaganda BS...???
@@mr.bigbrownbass9089 so you can understand where someone is coming from, perhaps find common ground, rather than believing that anyone who is different from you is just an idiot and you are superior. Not many disagreements get resolved from that point of view. For instance, i am generally a liberal, and i don't like trump. Do you think i should see all trump supporters as retards? or is it more constructive to understand that many of them feel abandoned and betrayed by the system and would like to see it changed, and believe that trump being an outsider would be the best shot of bringing that change about? Whether or not i agree with their assessment of trump, i am more inclined to respect their difference of opinion if i understand where it comes from.
It’s better not to read at all than to read trash. For a guide on how not to read trash, see James V. Schall’s priceless book entitled Another Sort of Learning.
I absolutely love the banging and beating in the background that we all know is there but John has never commented on. Is it the kids, construction, the dog run through the house with a stick.... John please don’t ever tell us because I really love where my mind goes to when I hear it. Makes me focus on your message. Love the book collection, have read some and will be picking some up. Stay a strong.
@@WarriorPoetSociety ur awesome man. my sins in the military and you have helped him alot. I was lucky enough thst God led him to become saved at an early age so that big worry is not on my mind.
Great video, as always. As I read through the comments section, it becomes apparent pretty quickly that there are a number of men out there who have wanted more from the "gun community" than just "shoot 'em in the !@#%ing face!" My hope is that this keeps going for a long time, that you surround yourself with other like minded people and that the "movement" grows, that things like virtue, courage, compassion, etc. become more and more the sort of characteristics that people think of when they hear the phrase "gun community." There are a TON of guys in the "gun community" that exhibit these qualities, but very few that "get press time" or who make such things an integral part of their daily voice and message. I think I'm not the only one who welcomes your voice. Keep it up.
Jim Aldridge thanks Jim. As I was reading the comments to this post I latched onto yours with laser focus. Indeed the true warrior ethos is not one of just Shootin em up. When we reflect on the historically great warriors of the past, we see a more cerebral approach to the calling of protector. Reflecting on my miserably weak understanding of biblical history, I recall that all the great warriors who were considered to be masters of the battlefield were also known as individuals of great intellectual curiosity; such as Joshua & David. Not only were they protectors of their people, they were also pursuers of truth & knowledge.
When you suggest that those of us who are possessed of the intellectual and moral ethos of the Warrior Poet are rarely seen in the media, my reflexive thought is that this is wholly intentional. My belief is that most of us who truly wish to be protectors of society, beginning with our own families, are intellectually engaged enough to seek valuable resources, like this channel. But those who are focused on creating content for the mass media have an agenda of their own and it runs counterintuitive to ours. They want as many people as possible to believe that we are all the ‘Shoot him in the face!’ type. They’re not interested in putting reasonable, rational sounding people on television or social media because we disprove the narrative of the Gun Nut. That’s why it’s important for us to share content like this as much as possible.
Hey John, Im a young 21 year old guy, but i absolutely love when you do videos speaking on the bible and theology! please keep making videos like this one and the many others you have made. i bought two warrior poet shirts because i wanted to support you! thank you for making these videos and please keep making more on the bible!
Harper Uh,actually you should read what Christ said that many believers aren't aware that He said.A warning He commanded of us that know who the rulers of darkness(Ephesians 6:12) & the seeds of Satan(Genesis 3:15) are(in todays time are known since 1776 as The Order of The Illuminati,the 13 ruling families,the Zionist Rothchild Royal family of London being the prominent seed/family)- "Bring here those enemies of Mine,who did not want Me to reign over them,and SLAY THEM BEFORE ME." --Jesus Christ,Luke 19:27
John, another great video on a great topic. Lots of great books out there and C.S. Lewis was one of my favorites. Don't be too overwhelmed. My mentor always said " A Wise man knows how little he knows, and the fool always thinks he is a genius. "
Thank you John. This really is an eye opener. All of us learn so much from your videos. There is so much knowledge that you continue to share. Thank you and God bless!
Thanks for another GREAT video!!!!!! Powerful message!!! My grandfather used to tell me that if you ever stopped reading and learning, you begin to die!! Mind and body!! God Bless you!!! Keep up the Great Work!!!
I love the fact that you're so open to everyone. "Don't agree with me, that's fine, we can still be friends" Incredible. Being open minded and striving to learn and accept others is wonderful.
John, you were right in the video. Francis Collins was the former director of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), AND is currently the director of the National Institute of Health. He left his position as the director of the NHGRI to pursue other works and research. VERY respectable man.
While I really enjoy your firearms and tatics knowledge, this sir, is amazing. I truly love the warrior poet idea. Please keep this up, you have a new fan here.
John, now that I’ve watched several of your videos, some of your book and author choices weren’t surprising to me. Then you mentioned Francis Schaeffer, and that caught my attention. Then you whipped out Grudem’s Systematic Theology and now I’m really impressed. Thanks for another great video!
Your point about the "shallow" knowledge and how you can "prove anything" on the internet was so perfectly stated. Truer words have seldom been spoken.
New saved category, book lists. Thanks really needed to add just one more list... Happy to say, yup read that on quite a few, starting with the good book. Ranger on!
LucianLacroix that is truly sad and also sadly true. I saw the same thing in the Marines, despite having a recommended reading list from the CG. I also see the same thing with our civilian law enforcement. Don't get me wrong, I support law enforcement and the rule of law, but I see too much emphasis placed on either brute force or political correctness and the "we hire anyone regardless of whether or not they can do the job". Most police don't have to have a college degree, and the pay is so low that most college graduates won't consider the profession at all. Training for law enforcement, in most cases, even state and federal level, is a joke. Bare minimum psychological and background screenings, police academy is a joke with standards that are lowered all the time. Most officers only shoot their duty weapons once a year on a fixed qualification course, and on and on. This breaks my heart and also discourages me greatly. We as a nation cannot continue to rest on the backbreaking work and dedication of generations long since past. Our future is directly proportional to how good our military and law enforcement officer's are. And things aren't looking to bright.
@@sterlingarcher6079 Going to college don't necessarily make you a more intelligent person with a broaden mind; I've seen the contrary happen more often, people getting out of college/university with a narrower vision of the world and way to threat problems. It's a general education that parents should start with their kids, you don't learn to think by yourself and to solve problems adequately and use effectively and organically your brain in college when you are +17yo, those are things that we should develop as soon as possible.
You literally make me wanna be a better person 😂 the way you talk and teach is incredible,keep teaching for a few years so I can make it down please! 😂
You sure nailed this topic. Every day I learn how much I don’t know. Theology may be the foundation to avoid war/conflict. Every battle is not fought with the barrel of a gun. The mental preparation to avoid conflict is key .
John, I stumbled across one of your videos last week and have been binge watching ever since. I love that you talk about philosophy and theology as well as guns and gear. I have never subscribed to any UA-cam channel before but wanted to support you so now I have. Please keep up the good work. Last but not least, Thank you for your service to our country.
Just found your channel searching for gun reviews the other day. Can’t stop watching your channel. And now I’m seeing some great book recommendations as well. Awesome channel, John!
Great point of view as always. I did a training course today and shot well, but I had a flier in the 9 ring. There were a lot of new shooters and they seemed impressed. I made a point to explain that I wasn't happy with my performance and why. My quote which I hope stays with them was, "there is a always room for improvement set a higher standard for yourself everyday." That is what you provide for me with this channel and thank you for that.
You're right on about being in the information age and no one truly learns, John. The best college professor I had, a political scientist, told the class something similar in that in the time where so much information is readily available, he is noticing students have a terrible ability in retaining what's needed to truly understand their chosen disciplines.
The fact that you bring up the fact all men; LEO, Military, men of any influence whether as a public servant or a defender across any pond, American soil, or the home front has an accountability that should escalate beyond a uniform or a suit.. is admirably acknowledged and why I follow your channel. indeed when you strip everything away. We are ALL [emphasis made] just men
Another great assertion, Mr. Lovell! One of the quotes that really stuck me was the one by Karl Marx... as I watch our founding fathers and our constitution vilified.
John Piper's Desiring God did it for me!!! Never been the same since. Points us onward to seeing God more clearly, beautifully and desiring God from our heart.
Great video! I agree wholeheartedly. I started reading current military non fiction to read about badass war stories (Lions of Kandahar, Level Zero Heroes, Lone Survivor, etc.) but only when I read in between the lines I found a wealth of knowledge for lessons in leadership.
Personally I think its all relevant! A guy I think you might like which I am sure you already know of is Joshua L. Chamberlain. I think he would be my definition of a warrior poet.
The more I learn about this guy the more I love him. At first I thought he was just a neat gun dude, then he was a spec ops veteran. Then he was a philosopher and now he's a christian. I'm so happy I found this channel
From 5:00 thru 5:20 exchange "government" and insert a "people" is exactly what some people in the African American community have been saying for years at least since I was little and I'll be 40 on my next birthday. Truth is truth applicable where it is applicable. Anyway back on target, I have just found your channel have subbed, and I will be recommending it to others. You do a great job and seem to have a genuine love for what you do with the heart of a teacher.
Of all the people I follow on UA-cam, I feel like I get the most out of the information and the topics that you share on your channel. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Hopefully I will get a chance to come train with you at teluric.
What a great video. I have been watching your videos over the last couple weeks since I found your channel, and I haven't found anything else quite like it. Please keep doing what you are doing, sir! Greetings from Cape Town, South Africa.
You're an inspiration man, I hope I can phase out media and start reading more. It's so hard to chose a book over electronic devices. I have so many books I haven't finished nor started.
Hello John, I was borned and raised in Colombia and despite I haven't lived in the US I identify myself with the culture you teach in your videos about home defense and fighting. I specially liked the relevance you always give to the ethics founded in God's word as the core values of human behavior that shape the way we act in all situations of life. If we acquire that mindset of behavior in our lives, we can be better citizens, fathers and human beings and the use of force will be always legitimate under the natural foundations of human behavior in terms of superior ethics. Thank you for sharing your insights and learning from the. Greetings from Colombia.
The modern thinking is that intellectuals will herald a new era of peace, that letting cowards do our thinking will make us more peaceful. But there is no violence like the violence of cowards, history is replete with cowards directing fools to do the dirty work of insulating them from their callow fears.
The Prince! I love it!! I read it just about every year and it has enhanced my ability to navigate in the waters of the professional world and my personal life.
Great stuff brother! I’m a Pastor, which means I have put more time into the poet training and now I’m working on the warrior training. Thank you for your help in this new pursuit.
Thank you for the time and effort which you put into these videos. Each one makes me realize how little I know, and motivates me to raise my knowledge and quest for life.
Thank you for these videos. I need all the strength I can get these days. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. And as I always say That's your blood on the ground. That's my blood on the ground. That's our blood. On the ground
Outstanding presentation. I study Post WWII European and Scottish history. It became useful while I was a Battle Staff NCO Planner later on. Who Dares, Wins!!
Yes!!!!! We stand on the shoulders of the wise who have gone before us. And if we skip that part, we have to slog through all that extra, costly mud, as you so deftly described! #WarriorPoets
Great video, always awesome to see fellow book (history, philosophy and theology) lowers chatting about their books. Bucket list: One day visit John and have a chat about books!!
Francis Shaffer and CS Lewis molded my life and my mind. It's so nice to see you have enjoyed them as well. I'd like to take a class just to sit and talk. lol. I've got to read some of these others though. Soul wrenching indeed.
Wonderful content and thank you for carrying the banner brother. As brothers and sisters we can all agree to disagree without being disagreeable, but I am in agreement.
Ah Ha! I love the list of books, and the influence of the great thinkers of all time on your world view. I had thought James Jager might be a great trainer, but I can see you’re the guy I need to learn more from about tactics. Beautiful world view!
Hey John, I just wanted to say thank you for the videos. The information you provide is substantial to my own training. I take away something from every video you provide. Keep up the fantastic work.
"... I can still like you, and we'll get along just fine. So be nice, and I'll be nice back." If only we could make that go "viral". Keep up the great work and the great videos.
Where did I come from, why am I here, and where am I going? The three questions all would do well to find the answers. John - you do a great job and thanks.
I've been binge watching your videos now for two days. You are a very interesting and very knowledgeable Warrior Poet. This video compelled me to comment for some reason. I live in NC and one day I sincerely hope to train with you and maybe (it would be my great honor) to have a conversation with you. God bless you my brother and stay safe, we need more like you.
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Just found out my favorite gun guy on the UA-cams is also a fellow Bible, Lewis, Schaffer, Grudem, awesome guy. Love you man!
Idea.....Warrior Poet book of the month club....you pick the book, we have 30 days to read it and then you do a video on the book. Killer stuff. I'm in
That's a great Idea. John if you set that up I would be in as well.
Y'know, if there were a "forum" section on your upcoming website, John, we could discuss whatever books we read. Just a thought.
+Jim Aldridge good call
good idea Jim
it is a good idea. Right now I'm just doing the warrior poet profile reading. I'm going through Musashi's writtings. George Washington will be next. Maybe I could just announce the next book at the end of the video until we all figure out something better?
In your first video I saw, I rolled my eyes. I think it was called "So you want to be a Ranger" or something. As a former Ranger qualified Infantry Officer I thought it was just another SOF guy strutting his stuff. But I've QUICKLY come to love your channel, now my favorite, and your awesome thoughts and perspective of things. I love how you bring theology, philosophy, and thinking men as protectors of family and community all together! It is refreshing and you remind me of things I used to be better at when I was leading Soldiers physically, mentally, and spiritually. Shouldn't we be even better at it for our families?! I love your channel and please, keep up the good work!
+Daniel Obst loved reading this encouragement. This channel is for folks like you and me
Here I thought we all rolled our eyes at things John says.
Thank you both for your service and for being willing to put yourself in harm's way to make the world safer for the rest of us.
John you fill a large void in our community. Thanks so much for filling this void. I couldn't agree more with your reading list. I'm also happy you out the Bible as the most important. God bless you brother.
thanks Jaime
@@WarriorPoetSociety🎭 THX Lovell.😘
LoL
I am always excited when a brother shares his faith in Christ. Continue being strong and courageous; neither afraid or confused, for the Lord Your God is with you wherever you go.
Jah Reigns Amen brother!
"Some are gonna get mad about that, I dont really care" 😁 John Lovell
Totally agree that our society has turned away from books and we only want bite sized info. The only thing I would add is that it's always good to read books of alternative viewpoints also. Yes I could cram my head with only one viewpoint but if I am so certain of my stance on things, I should be able to read the alternative also and at least try to understand why people think differently from me.
Suck My Mod good for you. But, why would you deliberately try & "wrap your mind" around someone else's view point if there objective is to deceive the reader\ viewer. ? Hence something like the fake news media... Or, some other propaganda BS...???
@@mr.bigbrownbass9089 to understand and overcome their tactics.
@@mr.bigbrownbass9089 @2:00 listen to Sun Tzu
@@mr.bigbrownbass9089 so you can understand where someone is coming from, perhaps find common ground, rather than believing that anyone who is different from you is just an idiot and you are superior. Not many disagreements get resolved from that point of view.
For instance, i am generally a liberal, and i don't like trump. Do you think i should see all trump supporters as retards? or is it more constructive to understand that many of them feel abandoned and betrayed by the system and would like to see it changed, and believe that trump being an outsider would be the best shot of bringing that change about? Whether or not i agree with their assessment of trump, i am more inclined to respect their difference of opinion if i understand where it comes from.
It’s better not to read at all than to read trash. For a guide on how not to read trash, see James V. Schall’s priceless book entitled Another Sort of Learning.
I absolutely love the banging and beating in the background that we all know is there but John has never commented on. Is it the kids, construction, the dog run through the house with a stick.... John please don’t ever tell us because I really love where my mind goes to when I hear it. Makes me focus on your message. Love the book collection, have read some and will be picking some up. Stay a strong.
You represent the industry and faith very well. Thank you for all your efforts.
thanks brother.
I would like to second j johns comment about representing the industry and your faith well.
great discussion
Thanks man - and BIG thanks for the shoutout
He needs this more then a hair comb
@@WarriorPoetSociety ur awesome man. my sins in the military and you have helped him alot. I was lucky enough thst God led him to become saved at an early age so that big worry is not on my mind.
"We've staked our future on our ability to follow the Ten Commandments with all of our heart." James Madison
Great video, as always. As I read through the comments section, it becomes apparent pretty quickly that there are a number of men out there who have wanted more from the "gun community" than just "shoot 'em in the !@#%ing face!" My hope is that this keeps going for a long time, that you surround yourself with other like minded people and that the "movement" grows, that things like virtue, courage, compassion, etc. become more and more the sort of characteristics that people think of when they hear the phrase "gun community." There are a TON of guys in the "gun community" that exhibit these qualities, but very few that "get press time" or who make such things an integral part of their daily voice and message.
I think I'm not the only one who welcomes your voice. Keep it up.
glad to have your help sir.
Jim Aldridge thanks Jim. As I was reading the comments to this post I latched onto yours with laser focus. Indeed the true warrior ethos is not one of just Shootin em up. When we reflect on the historically great warriors of the past, we see a more cerebral approach to the calling of protector.
Reflecting on my miserably weak understanding of biblical history, I recall that all the great warriors who were considered to be masters of the battlefield were also known as individuals of great intellectual curiosity; such as Joshua & David. Not only were they protectors of their people, they were also pursuers of truth & knowledge.
When you suggest that those of us who are possessed of the intellectual and moral ethos of the Warrior Poet are rarely seen in the media, my reflexive thought is that this is wholly intentional. My belief is that most of us who truly wish to be protectors of society, beginning with our own families, are intellectually engaged enough to seek valuable resources, like this channel. But those who are focused on creating content for the mass media have an agenda of their own and it runs counterintuitive to ours. They want as many people as possible to believe that we are all the ‘Shoot him in the face!’ type. They’re not interested in putting reasonable, rational sounding people on television or social media because we disprove the narrative of the Gun Nut. That’s why it’s important for us to share content like this as much as possible.
Hey John, Im a young 21 year old guy, but i absolutely love when you do videos speaking on the bible and theology! please keep making videos like this one and the many others you have made. i bought two warrior poet shirts because i wanted to support you! thank you for making these videos and please keep making more on the bible!
“Failing forward” what an awesome quote, every time you fail, you learn something and with that lesson, you move forward and grow.
My favorite Mattis quote is "Be polite, be professional, but have a plan to kill everyone you meet"
Thanks for the great video.
- Orlando, Jake G.
Let me guess the quote..Jesus!
No, wait....
That's awesome..if not a little scary :-)
Final Flash
That is one awesome quote he came up with!
Harper
Uh,actually you should read what Christ said that many believers aren't aware that He said.A warning He commanded of us that know who the rulers of darkness(Ephesians 6:12) & the seeds of Satan(Genesis 3:15) are(in todays time are known since 1776 as The Order of The Illuminati,the 13 ruling families,the Zionist Rothchild Royal family of London being the prominent seed/family)-
"Bring here those enemies of Mine,who did not want Me to reign over them,and
SLAY THEM BEFORE ME." --Jesus Christ,Luke 19:27
It is so necessary these days! Taking mental note!
Mr. Lovell
I found you on UA-cam about a month ago. I just want to say Thank You! Keep up the good and righteous work.
Thanks Drew and will do
John, another great video on a great topic. Lots of great books out there and C.S. Lewis was one of my favorites. Don't be too overwhelmed. My mentor always said " A Wise man knows how little he knows, and the fool always thinks he is a genius. "
what a great mentor! Thanks Ben
You want to feed your student knowledge, you give them information,
You want to help them to become wise, you ask them questions
Thank you John. This really is an eye opener. All of us learn so much from your videos. There is so much knowledge that you continue to share. Thank you and God bless!
I didnt realize this man was so brilliant. People need more books and extensivd research.
Absolutely fantastic video. Thanks for this.
pleasure.
You are definitely my new favorite channel haha , keep up the great work sir.
So much goodness to this video. Books are part of my everyday life for sure. Thanks for this.
Thanks for another GREAT video!!!!!! Powerful message!!! My grandfather used to tell me that if you ever stopped reading and learning, you begin to die!! Mind and body!! God Bless you!!! Keep up the Great Work!!!
Hey Scott! Hope you are well sir. I like your grandfather's wisdom.
I love the fact that you're so open to everyone. "Don't agree with me, that's fine, we can still be friends" Incredible. Being open minded and striving to learn and accept others is wonderful.
John, you were right in the video. Francis Collins was the former director of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), AND is currently the director of the National Institute of Health. He left his position as the director of the NHGRI to pursue other works and research.
VERY respectable man.
While I really enjoy your firearms and tatics knowledge, this sir, is amazing. I truly love the warrior poet idea. Please keep this up, you have a new fan here.
Perfectly stated, "I am overwhelmed by what I don't know." Exactly my own thought.
but if we study really hard Kim, we can learn we are even more ignorant that we presume we are now!!! ugh..
LOL. Yes, that is true. I prefer the phrase "study smart, not hard." I am a diligent learner!
John, now that I’ve watched several of your videos, some of your book and author choices weren’t surprising to me. Then you mentioned Francis Schaeffer, and that caught my attention. Then you whipped out Grudem’s Systematic Theology and now I’m really impressed. Thanks for another great video!
Your point about the "shallow" knowledge and how you can "prove anything" on the internet was so perfectly stated. Truer words have seldom been spoken.
Thanks for the video and thank you for your service.
pleasure
Wow....you’ve given me a huge reading list! Thanks for everything you do!!!
New saved category, book lists. Thanks really needed to add just one more list...
Happy to say, yup read that on quite a few, starting with the good book.
Ranger on!
I remember seeing many officers more worried about college and fantasy football than the geography of eastern Afghanistan.
Warrior Poets are not common.
LucianLacroix that is truly sad and also sadly true. I saw the same thing in the Marines, despite having a recommended reading list from the CG.
I also see the same thing with our civilian law enforcement. Don't get me wrong, I support law enforcement and the rule of law, but I see too much emphasis placed on either brute force or political correctness and the "we hire anyone regardless of whether or not they can do the job".
Most police don't have to have a college degree, and the pay is so low that most college graduates won't consider the profession at all.
Training for law enforcement, in most cases, even state and federal level, is a joke. Bare minimum psychological and background screenings, police academy is a joke with standards that are lowered all the time. Most officers only shoot their duty weapons once a year on a fixed qualification course, and on and on.
This breaks my heart and also discourages me greatly. We as a nation cannot continue to rest on the backbreaking work and dedication of generations long since past. Our future is directly proportional to how good our military and law enforcement officer's are. And things aren't looking to bright.
@@sterlingarcher6079 Going to college don't necessarily make you a more intelligent person with a broaden mind; I've seen the contrary happen more often, people getting out of college/university with a narrower vision of the world and way to threat problems. It's a general education that parents should start with their kids, you don't learn to think by yourself and to solve problems adequately and use effectively and organically your brain in college when you are +17yo, those are things that we should develop as soon as possible.
@@zyriab5797 absolutely agree.
You literally make me wanna be a better person 😂 the way you talk and teach is incredible,keep teaching for a few years so I can make it down please! 😂
Thank you for what you are doing. I'll be sharing your stuff with my son and grandsons & nephew in the military.
This is my favorite video of yours. Justifying why we must keep well studied. Thanks John.
Sir, I wish more people would listen to your words of wisdom. We need them now more than ever.
Thank you for doing this! Appreciate all the info as always
happy to help!
You sure nailed this topic. Every day I learn how much I don’t know. Theology may be the foundation to avoid war/conflict. Every battle is not fought with the barrel of a gun. The mental preparation to avoid conflict is key .
John, I stumbled across one of your videos last week and have been binge watching ever since. I love that you talk about philosophy and theology as well as guns and gear. I have never subscribed to any UA-cam channel before but wanted to support you so now I have. Please keep up the good work. Last but not least, Thank you for your service to our country.
Just found your channel searching for gun reviews the other day. Can’t stop watching your channel. And now I’m seeing some great book recommendations as well. Awesome channel, John!
Great point of view as always. I did a training course today and shot well, but I had a flier in the 9 ring. There were a lot of new shooters and they seemed impressed. I made a point to explain that I wasn't happy with my performance and why. My quote which I hope stays with them was, "there is a always room for improvement set a higher standard for yourself everyday."
That is what you provide for me with this channel and thank you for that.
You're right on about being in the information age and no one truly learns, John. The best college professor I had, a political scientist, told the class something similar in that in the time where so much information is readily available, he is noticing students have a terrible ability in retaining what's needed to truly understand their chosen disciplines.
it's a brave new world
Thank you for posting this. I remember watching Brave Heart and William Wallace's uncle telling him his mind/wits were his greatest weapon!
The fact that you bring up the fact all men; LEO, Military, men of any influence whether as a public servant or a defender across any pond, American soil, or the home front has an accountability that should escalate beyond a uniform or a suit.. is admirably acknowledged and why I follow your channel.
indeed when you strip everything away.
We are ALL [emphasis made]
just men
Another great assertion, Mr. Lovell! One of the quotes that really stuck me was the one by Karl Marx... as I watch our founding fathers and our constitution vilified.
vilified. Good word. Thanks Tim. See you on the range bro.
John Piper's Desiring God did it for me!!! Never been the same since. Points us onward to seeing God more clearly, beautifully and desiring God from our heart.
What an amazing video. My family appreciates this reading list. Praise The Lord!
Great video! I agree wholeheartedly. I started reading current military non fiction to read about badass war stories (Lions of Kandahar, Level Zero Heroes, Lone Survivor, etc.) but only when I read in between the lines I found a wealth of knowledge for lessons in leadership.
I need to do the more modern stuff in addition to the dead guys I think...
Personally I think its all relevant! A guy I think you might like which I am sure you already know of is Joshua L. Chamberlain. I think he would be my definition of a warrior poet.
The more I learn about this guy the more I love him. At first I thought he was just a neat gun dude, then he was a spec ops veteran. Then he was a philosopher and now he's a christian. I'm so happy I found this channel
Yes!!! Chesterton! Great quote! Love your videos! Keep em coming!
From 5:00 thru 5:20 exchange "government" and insert a "people" is exactly what some people in the African American community have been saying for years at least since I was little and I'll be 40 on my next birthday. Truth is truth applicable where it is applicable. Anyway back on target, I have just found your channel have subbed, and I will be recommending it to others. You do a great job and seem to have a genuine love for what you do with the heart of a teacher.
Of all the people I follow on UA-cam, I feel like I get the most out of the information and the topics that you share on your channel. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Hopefully I will get a chance to come train with you at teluric.
Thank you Matt and hope to see you in a class before long!
Holy smokes, so true for 2020+
Some of your inspiring content keeps me going and striving to do better for myself, my family and my community. Really appreciate the time you put in!
What a great video. I have been watching your videos over the last couple weeks since I found your channel, and I haven't found anything else quite like it. Please keep doing what you are doing, sir! Greetings from Cape Town, South Africa.
Awesome education, and reinforces, many of my thoughts. Learning, learning. Thank you
You're an inspiration man, I hope I can phase out media and start reading more. It's so hard to chose a book over electronic devices. I have so many books I haven't finished nor started.
the struggle is real for us both bro
One of your best videos.. improving my reading list with these books .. thank you
Sometimes we forget who we were and we need a nudge back to the path we need to follow. Thanks John.
Thats one Wise man.... I learn so much from reading. even my vocab has improved. Thanks for the video. more people need to read History...
I was geeked when you reference your heavy-hitter .
I knew what you're reaching for before you did keep up the good work :)
A great blessing it was for me to have found your channel. You're a great mentor!
Instantly recognized Solomon's quote as well , good stuff man.
Excellent video. You're getting me interested in starting to read more again lol. Appreciate the book list as well, that's a place to start!
happy to help bro!
Hello John, I was borned and raised in Colombia and despite I haven't lived in the US I identify myself with the culture you teach in your videos about home defense and fighting. I specially liked the relevance you always give to the ethics founded in God's word as the core values of human behavior that shape the way we act in all situations of life. If we acquire that mindset of behavior in our lives, we can be better citizens, fathers and human beings and the use of force will be always legitimate under the natural foundations of human behavior in terms of superior ethics. Thank you for sharing your insights and learning from the. Greetings from Colombia.
The modern thinking is that intellectuals will herald a new era of peace, that letting cowards do our thinking will make us more peaceful. But there is no violence like the violence of cowards, history is replete with cowards directing fools to do the dirty work of insulating them from their callow fears.
+Jolie Rouge where did you come from warrior Poet? And why are you just now starting to weigh in?
Superbly well said!
"The more I learn, the more I realize I don't know"
The Prince! I love it!! I read it just about every year and it has enhanced my ability to navigate in the waters of the professional world and my personal life.
You are one of finest young men I don't know. A true warrior.
Rocking it bro! And of course, the best way to lead, understand or adapt is through the Holy Spirit.
You learn until they lower you into the ground. The warrior must be balanced with the artist, yin and yang. Great content, Mr. Lovell.
Great list of books!! I would also suggest The Gift of Fear by Gavin de Becker
This video was amazing and we need more like it!
Thank you John!
Thank you so much. I believe I did ask that you share some educational resources. I hope I can cover at least some of what you shared.
Great stuff brother!
I’m a Pastor, which means I have put more time into the poet training and now I’m working on the warrior training. Thank you for your help in this new pursuit.
Wow! First time listener. I'm very impressed. Subscribed. Peace.
Thank you for the time and effort which you put into these videos. Each one makes me realize how little I know, and motivates me to raise my knowledge and quest for life.
from one student to another then ... 'happy to help'
Thank you for these videos. I need all the strength I can get these days. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. And as I always say That's your blood on the ground. That's my blood on the ground. That's our blood. On the ground
Very good episode. Enlightening, in a word.
You’re awesome! Thanks for the great motivation!
Outstanding presentation. I study Post WWII European and Scottish history. It became useful while I was a Battle Staff NCO Planner later on.
Who Dares, Wins!!
Yes!!!!!
We stand on the shoulders of the wise who have gone before us. And if we skip that part, we have to slog through all that extra, costly mud, as you so deftly described!
#WarriorPoets
This is quickly becoming one of my favorite channels.
thanks!
Great video, always awesome to see fellow book (history, philosophy and theology) lowers chatting about their books. Bucket list: One day visit John and have a chat about books!!
Francis Shaffer and CS Lewis molded my life and my mind. It's so nice to see you have enjoyed them as well. I'd like to take a class just to sit and talk. lol. I've got to read some of these others though. Soul wrenching indeed.
You are the best booktuber on UA-cam.
booktuber! HA!
Wonderful content and thank you for carrying the banner brother. As brothers and sisters we can all agree to disagree without being disagreeable, but I am in agreement.
thanks Brad - hope you are well bro. Glad we can all play nice ;)
I love your philosophy and your attitude, and I am definitely going to start knockin out some of the books on your reading list ASAP
John By far, one of your best videos. Thanks
I get something different out of Musashi's Book of Five Rings every time I read it. A must read for the warrior poet.
Ah Ha! I love the list of books, and the influence of the great thinkers of all time on your world view. I had thought James Jager might be a great trainer, but I can see you’re the guy I need to learn more from about tactics. Beautiful world view!
I love these talks!! As always, THANKS JOHN
Hey John, I just wanted to say thank you for the videos. The information you provide is substantial to my own training. I take away something from every video you provide. Keep up the fantastic work.
Amen brother! keep up the good fight!
Good to see a man with his priorities in order
"... I can still like you, and we'll get along just fine. So be nice, and I'll be nice back."
If only we could make that go "viral".
Keep up the great work and the great videos.
I need to make time to read. I remember growing up and having mandatory reading time.
Where did I come from, why am I here, and where am I going? The three questions all would do well to find the answers.
John - you do a great job and thanks.
I've been binge watching your videos now for two days. You are a very interesting and very knowledgeable Warrior Poet. This video compelled me to comment for some reason. I live in NC and one day I sincerely hope to train with you and maybe (it would be my great honor) to have a conversation with you. God bless you my brother and stay safe, we need more like you.
As always, very good video. Thank you
thanks!