Welcome to Locker Room, a Southland Christian Church podcast for men. When you think about the kinds of conversation that happen in locker rooms you probably think about vulgar, childish and demeaning language. In this podcast we are redeeming men's conversations by talking about the right things in the right ways.
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Fall 2026 Men's Update: Fight Club, Marriage & Faith
Season 17 · Episode 1
Friday, July 31, 2026 • Duration 21:27
Big things are coming this fall for the men of Southland!
In this episode of the Locker Room Podcast, Scott Hatfield shares several ways to connect, grow and lead—including Fight Club at the Richmond Campus, new Fight Club resources for leading your own group and an upcoming Marriage Workshop.
Scott also honors the life of his friend Rob Preston, whose courageous faith throughout his battle with ALS offers a powerful reminder to live intentionally, share the hope of Jesus and finish well.
Please join us in praying for Rob's family and for his Celebration of Life service on August 21.
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." — 2 Timothy 4:7
Locker Room, let's fight the good fight, finish the race and keep the faith. What we do, how we invest, how we model and what we say matters. Let's build something that lasts beyond us.
Southland Men: Being Available to Jesus (James Dickey)
Season 16 · Episode 16
Friday, May 8, 2026 • Duration 01:09:35
Our guest this week is James Dickey, a long time servant leader at Southland. James' mentality in life is "This is all about you Jesus, what do you want me to do? What do you want me to give?—the answer is yes." James has gotten to be a part of some really amazing God moments because he's stacked up a bunch of yes's, and trusted God to lead him into new opportunities.
There's nothing better than a man who stays available to Jesus. Our greatest ability is our availability.
This episode wraps up this season of the podcast. Keep fighting and looking for ways to be available this summer to the opportunities God puts in your path to serve and love on others. Have a great summer and we'll catch you back here in August for Season 17 of Locker Room.
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Opening Questions
Where are you winning this week?
Discussion Questions:
James has stayed faithful serving at the same church through a lot of different seasons and leadership changes.
What do you think helps a man stay grounded and committed instead of constantly chasing something new?
Hearing James talk about serving on the Prayer Team was powerful because he's walked with people through some really heavy moments.
Why do you think so many men avoid stepping into hard or emotional conversations?
One of the biggest themes from this episode was just being available to God.
What tends to compete for or crowd out your availability to the Lord?
James kept faithfully showing up for Jeep year after year before he ever saw life change happen.
Marriage: Healthy Communication, with Nate and Stefany Head
Season 16 · Episode 7
Friday, March 6, 2026 • Duration 01:08:56
Our topic this week is incredibly important—healthy communication. It's important in a dating relationship, and It's important in a marriage. If there's a skill every relationship should be working on, it's learning how to better communicate with each other.
Join us this week as we sit down with our guests Nate and Stefany Head to talk about how we can work together to build healthy communication into the bedrock of our relationships.
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Opening Questions
Where are you winning this week?
Last week we talked about finances. What step did you take this past week to be better financially in your marriage?
DISCUSSION:
Nate talks about wanting to "win" arguments and mentions having an inner lawyer that wants to prove his point.
Why do you think many of us approach disagreements like something we need to win?
How can focusing on understanding instead of winning change the way we communicate with our spouse?
Stef talks about being on the opposite side of the spectrum in how she communicates.
How do different communication styles show up in your marriage?
How can differences in personality actually strengthen a marriage instead of hurting it?
Scott talks about the idea that things naturally move toward disorder unless intentional effort is applied.
Where do you see this happening most easily in marriage?
What are some intentional habits you are working on to keep your marriage healthy and connected?
Healthy Rhythms, with Jon Weece and Scott Nickell
Friday, May 5, 2023 • Duration 01:43:59
Healthy Rhythms
Jesus had the habit of getting alone with the Father and then being with people. Over and over again, we see Him withdraw to the wilderness to pray and connect with the Father. He had this rhythm of connecting with the Father (filling his tank) and then spending time with people (pouring out from the well of His time with God).
We have to realize that we're not God. We have limits. But if we will fight to protect our relationship with Jesus, and we will love ourselves enough to take care of our bodies, we'll be healthier men and stronger men. Then we'll be able to invest in our families, relationships, work and kingdom stuff that God calls us to be a part of.
Join us in this episode of Locker Room as we circle up with Scott Nickell and Jon Weece to talk about two words: Healthy Rhythms.
We all have at least 1 or 2 weird habits. What's one of yours?
Would you describe yourself as a disciplined person? Why or why not?
It's been said "If Satan can't make you bad, he'll make you busy." How do we proactively fight against being busy? What does it mean to have healthy rhythms?
Read Proverbs 4:23, Jeremiah 17:9, and Ephesians 5:15-16. Why is it crucial for us to be vigilant about how we're doing and how we're living?
Read Genesis 1:1-2:3. Boundaries, order, and structure are recurring themes throughout the Creation account. It's also noteworthy that God rested on the 7th day. Why do you think God rested? Furthermore, why did God wait until after He created Adam and Eve to rest?
Read 1 Timothy 4:7-8, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Matthew 6:5-6, and Matthew 6:16-18. Spiritual disciplines are not transactional behaviors serving as a report card or scoreboard in order to get something from God; spiritual disciplines are practices to help us build a transformational relationship with God and with others. What spiritual disciplines are you currently implementing (studying Scripture, prayer, fasting, etc.)? Which one(s) could you begin to prioritize? How do we guard against becoming self-righteous or ritualistic in this area?
The Book
Season 10 · Episode 14
Friday, April 28, 2023 • Duration 56:38
The Book
Many of us own a copy. In fact, the stats say 85% of U.S. households have a Bible, and the average house has 4.3 Bibles. The problem with that stat is this: just because you have one doesn't mean that you're using it! So why is this book important? What is the point?
The point of the Bible is to know God and to understand His ways.
God could have easily simply created us and said, "Well, I hope you find me." Instead, He gave us His Word. It's a gift. It's a love letter from God to us—written with precision and purpose—so that we can know Him and know His heart for us and His heart for the world.
In this episode of Locker Room we're going to hit the fundamentals of how to get into God's Word and make it part of our daily lives.
LOCKER ROOM DISCUSSION GUIDE S10E14 - Two Words: The Book
Would you classify yourself as a reader? Why or why not? If so, what's one of your favorite books?
When you hear the phrase "the Bible," what's the first thought that comes to mind? Who introduced you to the Bible, and what was their approach?
Read Joshua 1:8, Psalm 1:2, and Acts 17:10-11. Physically speaking, the majority of us wouldn't eat one meal each week and expect it to sustain us over time. Why is it difficult for us to view our spiritual nourishment from this same perspective?
How would you describe your experience with reading and studying the Bible? What are some of the barriers you've encountered that hinder your ability to make it a part of your daily rhythm? Which stories or books of the Bible do you naturally connect with? Why? Which passages are the most challenging or intimidating to read? Why?
Read Psalm 119:9-11, Matthew 7:24-27, and John 8:31-32. We are all being formed or shaped by something or someone to develop our worldview. If you were to take an honest inventory of your daily input (books, music, podcasts, radio shows, television, etc.), what would you say is currently shaping your worldview? How does this align with having a Biblical worldview?
Hate Sin (Part 2)
Season 10 · Episode 13
Friday, April 21, 2023 • Duration 39:01
Hate Sin (part 2)
Each of us are in a daily battle of choosing, "Am I going to live my day walking in what God has for me through Christ—am I going to live for Jesus? Or am I going to be dominated by my past sin, past shame, or sinful desires?"
We have to know ourselves. We have to know our history. We have to remember where we've been and study our own game tape knowing what brings joy and what brings heartache and shame.
Join us this week as we jump back into the two words: Hate Sin.
LOCKER ROOM DISCUSSION GUIDE: S10 E13 - Two Words: Hate Sin (Part 2)
What was your main takeaway from the previous episode? Do you view sin any differently? Why or why not?
Read Isaiah 53:1-12, Romans 3:21-26, and 1 Corinthians 7:23. God hated sin so much, He sent Jesus on a rescue mission to reconcile us back to Him which came at a great cost. God's grace and mercy should elicit a response from us. If we're able to move this unfathomable truth from our heads to our hearts, how should this radically change the way we live? What hinders our ability to believe?
Read Romans 6:23, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, and Ephesians 2:3-5. As you reflect on your journey with Jesus, what are 1 or 2 major areas in your life where you've witnessed significant change or growth? Some sources say the word "remember" is repeated over 200 times in the Bible. Why do you think this is significant?
Read Jeremiah 29:13, Matthew 7:7-8, and Philippians 3:13-16. If you were to reflect on your journey following Jesus, what did you have to leave behind? Did you do this with an open hand or a closed fist? How would you encou rage someone in a similar season?
Which of the following ways to hate sin come naturally for you? Which do you still have room to grow?
- Living self-aware (1 Corinthians 10:12-13, James 1:13-15, 1 Peter 5:8)
Hate Sin (Part 1)
Season 10 · Episode 12
Friday, April 14, 2023 • Duration 22:55
Hate Sin (Part 1)
How does God view sin? How does He see it? When God thinks about sin, what are His feelings?
God hates sin so much and He hates what it's done to His creation. He hates what it does to people's hearts, relationships, marriages, families and communities. He hates what it does to His Church. He hates how it falls out in people's lives.
What about us? Sometimes we don't really hate sin…we just hate everybody else's sin. We've grown way too comfortable with the sin that we commit. Or maybe we're in the middle of habitual sin where it feels like there's no way out: we can't resist it, and we don't have the ability to fight or be victorious over it.
This week we'll dive into what God's word says about sin and its effects in our lives.
LOCKER ROOM DISCUSSION GUIDE S10 E12:Two Words: Hate Sin (Part 1)
What's one food you hated eating as a kid? Is this a food you eat today?
How has your appetite changed over the years? What would you attribute to this change?
Read Romans 6:5-14. When we become followers of Jesus, our appetite or desire for sin should change. In the podcast, Scott said, "Sometimes, I think we don't really hate sin." Do you agree with this statement? Why or why not?
Read Romans 3:22-24, James 4:17, and 1 John 1:5-10. One definition of sin is an archery term that means "to miss the mark." When we sin, we miss the mark of God's standard. How would you describe your attitude towards sin in general? More specifically, do you have the tendency to categorize or rank different types of sin (e.g. murder vs. lying)? What about sins of commission vs. sins of omission as Scott described?
Read Proverbs 6:16-19, Romans 6:19-23, and 1 John 3:4-6. Scripture is clear about God's attitude towards sin. One of the primary reasons God hates sin is the consequences of sin separate us from Him rather than setting us apart from the world. How does God's attitude towards sin compare to what we see in culture? How do we live in the tension of being in the world but not of the world?
You're Qualified (Part 2)
Season 10 · Episode 11
Friday, April 7, 2023 • Duration 36:52
You're Qualified (part 2)
You have a story. God doesn't want you to hide your story, but get comfortable with it and—when the opportunity arises—share it. When we choose to follow Christ, we become billboards of God's grace and God's hope. Your story is one of your greatest weapons.
Jump back in with us this week as we continue the discussion on the two words: You're Qualified.
What was your main takeaway from the previous episode? After listening to the episode, have you become more or less confident in God's ability to use you? Why?
At Southland, we encourage our congregation to live With Jesus, In Community, and On Mission or what we refer to as "The Triangle." Read Mark 10:42-45, Philippians 2:3-4, and 1 Peter 4:10. One of the ways we can live "on mission" is by serving inside or outside the church. What does serving look like for you during this season? What have you learned from the experience? If you've not been able to serve, what barriers have you encountered?
Read Proverbs 3:27, John 3:16, and 2 Corinthians 9:6-8. Another way we can live "on mission" is by giving our time, talent, or treasure to others. What does giving look like for you during this season? What have you learned from the experience? If you've not been able to give, what barriers have you encountered?
Read Matthew 5:14-16, 1 Peter 3:15-16, and Colossians 4:5-6. A third way we can live "on mission" is by sharing our testimony or what God has done in our life with others. What does sharing look like for you during this season? What have you learned from the experience? If you've not been able to share, what barriers have you encountered?
Read 2 Corinthians 3:2-6. William J. Toms paraphrased this passage when he famously said, "Be careful how you live; you may be the only Bible some people ever read." If someone were to "read'' your life, what conclusions would they draw?
You're Qualified, with Connor Hall (Part 1)
Season 10 · Episode 10
Friday, March 31, 2023 • Duration 55:43
You're Qualified (Part 1)
God uses broken people. That's all He has. God doesn't call the equipped; He equips the called. Jesus desires for you to partner with Him to live your life on mission. Too often we think God is looking for the powerful, the affluent, the charismatic—people with dynamic personalities. We think God is looking for ability and what He's really looking for is availability. He will equip available men who are willing to take a step and follow Him.
Join Scott and returning guest Connor Hall as they discuss how each of us are qualified to be a part of God's team and make a difference in the lives of our families, friends, and coworkers.
What was your first job or the first team you were a part of? Did you feel qualified? Why or why not?
What do you think makes someone qualified for a position or role? Why did you choose your response?
Read Nehemiah 1:11-2:5. Nehemiah was a cupbearer in modern-day Iran who felt a burden or call to construction in Jerusalem. If we read the stories of other people who were called by God in the Old Testament (Noah, Moses, Rahab, David, Esther, etc.), there are two noteworthy observations: It was more about their character than their competency or credentials, and it was more about their availability than their ability. How does this trend compare to worldly standards? How would our respective teams (at work or at school) and society at large look different if those in leadership took a similar approach?
Read Acts 4:13 and 1 Corinthians 1:26-29. Although Peter and John were considered "ordinary men," God's power was working in them and through them in an extraordinary way. If we survey the stories of the disciples and other people who were called in the New Testament (John the Baptist, Saul/Paul, Timothy, etc.), we continue to see the same trend noted from the Old Testament. Again, God doesn't call the equipped; He equips the called. Why do you think God chooses to operate this way? How should this change the way we approach life?
Crush Pride, with John Sampson
Season 10 · Episode 9
Friday, March 24, 2023 • Duration 01:33:15
Two Words: Crush Pride
"Pride is your greatest enemy; humility is your greatest friend."—C.S. Lewis.
Pride makes everything about us. We're the center of the universe—it's all about me…
Prideful men are everywhere; humble, confident men are hard to find. Here's the reality: God can do anything in a humble man and He won't do anything with a prideful man. We've got to choose what kind of man we want to be.
In this week's episode, Scott sits down with guest John Sampson for a tag-team dive into key scriptures where we learn what God thinks of pride and how to form a step-by-step approach to crush it out of our lives.
LOCKER ROOM DISCUSSION GUIDE S10E9 -Two Words: Crush Pride
What's something you take pride in (e.g. accomplishment/achievement, organization/team, position/title, skill/ability, etc.)? How do you maintain a healthy view of this?
We see pride manifest in a number of unhealthy ways throughout the pages of the Bible. How would you define pride in this context? Why is pride considered the root of all sin?
Read Proverbs 26:12 and Romans 12:16. One definition of pride is essentially our belief that we know better than God. This was first evident during the Fall in Genesis Ch.3. What does it mean to be "wise in our own eyes"? Where does pride have the tendency to rear its head in an unhealthy way in your life?
Read Proverbs 8:13, Proverbs 16:5, and James 4:6. The Bible is clear on how God feels about pride. How should we respond in light of this? Despite what Scripture says, why is pride so difficult to let go? Why is pride dangerous, especially for men?
Read 2 Samuel 12:1-9 and Matthew 7:3-5. Nathan's confrontation of David's hypocrisy is a great example of what Jesus refers to as the "plank" and the "speck" dynamic in the Sermon on the Mount. Why is it so easy for us to see pride in other people and not in ourselves?
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Have you ever gotten frustrated, spiritually gave up somebody or stop engaging with someone because they didn't seem interested in Jesus?
How does James 26-27 years of just showing up at the prison to keep loving "Jeep" remind us about the power of God to move in someone's life?
Who do you need to do to re-engage with that God's not given up on?
Read Luke 4:18-19.
How do these verses challenge the way we think about serving and loving people around us?
What is one practical way you can live this out this week?
James saying "yes" to God eventually led to him giving away one of his kidneys — something he probably never could've imagined when he first started following Jesus.
How does his story challenge the way we think about obedience, sacrifice, and trusting God with whatever He asks of us?
James and Kathy walked through a lot of health struggles together.
What stood out to you most about the way they approached marriage and hardship?
What can you apply to your own marriage or future relationships?
"Things you can change, change. Things you can't change, let go and let God." This quote is hard, but there is a lot of truth to it.
Why is surrender so difficult for most men?
Have you walked through a situation where you had to fully trust God with something you couldn't control?
What is one thing that you need to surrender today?
Toward the end, Scott challenged men to make their default answer to God "yes."
What is one area of your life where saying "yes" to God feels difficult right now?
After listening to this episode, what's one thing we haven't touched on that stuck out to you?
How can you apply that takeaway to your life this week?
Wrap Up:
If this podcast has encouraged you—we'd love to hear from you.
If you're wrestling with Christianity, interested in getting baptized or need help figuring out your next step…shoot us an email at lockerroom@southland.church.
As always…if this podcast has encouraged you—share it with a friend. You never know how an episode like this can help those in your life that you care about.
Thanks for listening. Get after it! We'll catch you next time on Locker Room.
Nate talks about how couples must fight for time together.
What are some ways your schedule currently makes connection difficult?
What is one practical change you could make this week to protect time with your spouse?
Scott says that no one is naturally a great listener—it's a skill that must be developed.
What makes listening difficult during conflict or emotional conversations?
What are some practices that have helped you become a better listener?
Stef talks about never speaking negatively about your spouse to other people, even jokingly.
Why can "joking complaints" about our spouse be harmful to our marriage?
How can we intentionally build a habit of honoring our spouse with our words, even when they aren't around?
Nate talks about the importance of resolving conflict instead of ignoring it.
Why do people often avoid difficult conversations in marriage?
What are healthy ways to address conflict before resentment builds?
"Little and consistent deposits are better than big and inconsistent ones." How can you be more consistent with the small things?
What is one major takeaway from this episode that you want to apply to your marriage?
Wrap Up:
If this podcast has encouraged you, we'd love to hear from you.
If you're wrestling with Christianity, interested in getting baptized or need help figuring out your next step…shoot us an email at lockerroom@southland.church.
As always…if this podcast has encouraged you—share it with a friend. You never know how an episode like this can help those in your life that you care about.
Thanks for listening. Get after it! We'll catch you next time on Locker Room.
Read 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Romans 12:1, and Hebrews 4:9-11. We're most vulnerable when we're angry, bored, hungry, lonely, or tired. What physical rhythms are you currently implementing (eating, exercise, sleep, etc.)? Which one(s) could you begin to prioritize? How do we guard against these becoming idols?
Read Proverbs 18:24, Matthew 14:23, John 13:34-35, and Colossians 3:23-24. Jesus had rhythms of engaging with others and withdrawing for solitude with God. What relational or social rhythms are you currently implementing (family, friends, fun, solitude, work, etc.)? Which one(s) could you begin to prioritize? How do we establish better rhythms with work and family life?
Read Proverbs 1:7, Proverbs 3:5-6, and James 3:13-18. When has an unhealthy rhythm cost you? What did you learn? Think of a season when you felt closest to God and to others? What rhythms did you have in place?
Read Romans 12:2, Philippians 1:9-10, and James 1:5. All good things aren't necessarily God things. We need to filter our activities and responsibilities through "good," "better," and "best." Look at your calendar for this month and work through the following Stoplight Tool:
Green light - What do you need to continue doing?
Yellow light - What do you need to change or tweak?
Red light - What do you need to stop doing or take off your plate?
Read John 17:17, Hebrews 4:12, and Revelation 22:18-19. We all have a temptation to read the Bible with a highlighter in one hand and a pair of scissors in the other. Which of the following do you tend to wrestle with the most as it relates to reading and studying the Bible:
- Is it true?
- Is it loving?
- Is it God's best for me?
- Can I trust Him?
Read 2 Timothy 3:14-17, Romans 12:2, and James 1:22-25. The purpose of reading the Bible is to help us grow in our relationship with God so that we can live out our faith in real, tangible ways. Simply stated, we read for transformation not just information. How has reading and studying the Bible transformed your life? What strategies or tools have you implemented when reading and studying the Bible? How would you encourage someone who is beginning their journey?
Scott mentioned the SOAP method (Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer) as one potential approach to reading and studying the Bible. Using this strategy, commit to the 20/20 challenge he referenced (20 verses for 20 minutes) over the course of this week.
- Checking desires (Jeremiah 17:9, 1 Peter 2:10-11, Psalm 37:4)
- Being rooted in God's Word (Psalm 1:1-6, Psalm 119:105, Hebrews 4:12)
- Walking with the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:13-26)
- Choosing integrity over opportunity (Genesis 39:1-23, Romans 12:9, 1 Peter 3:13-17)
Listen to the song Graves Into Gardens and reflect on the following questions:
- Is God better?
- Is He good, and does He want what's best for me regardless of what the world says?
- Is what He offers me better than the sin that I struggle with?
- Does my love for God move me to really despise all sin, including the sin that I struggle with, because He's good Father?
Read Proverbs 26:11, Proverbs 28:13, and James 5:16. Sin will take us further than we want to go, keep us there longer than we ever wanted to stay, and cost us far more than we ever thought. Take out a sheet of paper or use the notes app on your phone to list any unrepentant sin currently in your life. Pray for God to give you the courage to confess this to another trusted follower of Jesus.
Grab a sheet of paper and create a Venn diagram using the following 3 circles: Ability → What gifts or talents has God equipped you with? Affinity → Where has God naturally hardwired your heart to find joy? Affirmation → How has God directly or indirectly confirmed this through His word, through prayer, or through other followers of Jesus?
*Where these 3 circles intersect is most likely your spiritual gift. Pray for God to reveal where you may have margin during this season to utilize this gift for His Kingdom. Connect with someone at your local church to discuss next steps.
Read John 15:16, Romans 8:28-30, Ephesians 2:8-10, and 1 Peter 2:9. What are some of the lies you've bought into about not being qualified to be used to advance God's Kingdom (e.g. imperfections, insecurities, etc.)? How do passages like these help us combat the lies of the Enemy? Why is it important for us to understand we've been called and qualified by God to be set apart from the rest of the world?
Share this episode with at least 2-3 other guys in your life. Listen to Part 2 as soon as you have an opportunity.
Read Romans 6:5-7, Galatians 2:20, and Ephesians 4:22-24. When we reflect on who we are in Christ and what God has done for us, our response should be gratitude and humility. Why is it critical for us to understand our new identity in Christ? How does this help us keep our pride in check?
Read Philippians 2:5-8. Humility is considered the antidote to pride. Based on this text, we see how Jesus modeled this for us at the highest level. Who in your life exemplifies humility? Why is humility such an attractive trait?
Read Proverbs 15:31-33 and Proverbs 19:20. It takes humility to allow others to speak the truth in love to us, receive it graciously, and respond accordingly. Who is allowed to speak into your life? How do you receive their feedback?
Read Matthew 20:26-28 and Philippians 2:3-4. It also takes humility to serve others. Can you think of someone who has gone above and beyond to serve you during your lifetime? What did that mean to you? Who is God calling you to serve during this season?
As men, we need to intentionally confront and crush the unaddressed pride currently in our lives. For a short, compelling read about biblical humility, grab a copy of The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness by Tim Keller.
