Ascension of the Warrior - Master Craftsman’s Design

🎙️ Ascension of the Warrior Podcast Reaching 50,000 Fathers — From Grieving Loss to Leading Their Families & Businesses Welcome to the Ascension of the Warrior Podcast, where we speak directly to fathers who have walked through the darkest valleys of loss and are now being called to rise. This isn’t just another podcast—it’s a movement of men stepping out of the pit and into their purpose. I’m Rick Kauffman, author of Ascension of the Warrior Master Craftsman’s Design and founder of the Ascension of the Warrior Program. After losing my daughter over 30 years ago, I spent decades silently suffering. But God gave me a vision—50,000 fathers, each a branch on a tree planted in purpose, called to rise up and lead. Here’s what this show is about: 🔨 Healing – Face the pain you’ve buried and discover God’s power to redeem it. 💡 Faith – Reconnect with your Creator and hear His voice clearly again. 👨‍👧 Fatherhood – Learn how to lead your family from love, not shame. 🔥 Purpose – Transform your story into a legacy through your business and calling. This podcast is raw, real, and rooted in truth. If you’ve ever asked, “Why me?” or felt unseen in your grief and struggle—this space is for you. Together, we rise. Together, we lead. Because the world needs unstoppable men of God now more than ever. Are you ready to ascend? Let’s go to work. 💥

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Episodes

Monday Nov 18, 2024

In this episode, we confront love’s incredible power to build or to break. For 28 years, I carried a wound that started the night before my daughter, Kelsey, passed away—a wound rooted in guilt, regret, and the unfinished goodbye I never got to give her. That single moment became a pit that consumed my life, driving me deeper into self-blame and darkness. I felt unworthy of love, letting it sabotage every relationship, every chance at happiness.
But a simple question from someone who cared stopped me in my tracks: What is God saying to you? That question became the turning point. For the first time, I allowed myself to listen, and I heard God’s voice leading me out of the shadows. I learned that His love was greater than my guilt, deeper than my shame, and strong enough to pull me back to life. In this episode, I share my journey from pain to freedom and the love that finally set me free.
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Friday Nov 15, 2024

Love can lift you to the heights of life, or it can bury you in the deepest pit. For 28 years, I was trapped in the darkness of a wound disguised as love—a wound I hid, a wound I lied about, a wound I believed defined me. Until one question changed everything. Here’s my journey from guilt and self-blame to the freedom of a love that truly heals.
In this episode, we confront love’s incredible power to build or to break. For 28 years, I carried a wound that started the night before my daughter, Kelsey, passed away—a wound rooted in guilt, regret, and the unfinished goodbye I never got to give her. That single moment became a pit that consumed my life, driving me deeper into self-blame and darkness. I felt unworthy of love, letting it sabotage every relationship, every chance at happiness.
But a simple question from someone who cared stopped me in my tracks: What is God saying to you? That question became the turning point. For the first time, I allowed myself to listen, and I heard God’s voice leading me out of the shadows. I learned that His love was greater than my guilt, deeper than my shame, and strong enough to pull me back to life. In this episode, I share my journey from pain to freedom and the love that finally set me free.

Thursday Nov 14, 2024

In this episode, we get real about what it means to live out God’s eternal design—building a life that’s not just about success but about purpose, resilience, and unshakable faith. 1 Peter 1:3-10 calls us to step into a calling crafted by God Himself, one that’s tested by trials and refined by fire. This isn’t a journey for the faint-hearted; it’s a path for those ready to let faith be their foundation, embracing the hard times as tools of growth. Are you holding back, or are you building according to the design God has set for you? Listen in to learn how to align your life, your work, and your purpose with a blueprint that was meant to last.

Wednesday Nov 13, 2024

In this episode, we confront the hard truth of ownership versus stewardship. The rich man in Mark 10 followed every rule, but when Jesus asked him to release his grip on possessions, he couldn’t let go. This isn’t just about wealth; it’s about the illusion of control we cling to. God’s Kingdom demands radical ownership—a surrender of everything we think we own. The path to true power, security, and freedom lies in releasing control, letting go of the false security we grip so tightly, and trusting in the limitless provision of God. Are you ready to open your hands and let God lead?

Tuesday Nov 12, 2024

In this episode, we’re diving into what it truly means to do work that’s worthy of the Lord. Colossians 1:1-12 isn’t just a gentle encouragement; it’s a direct call to action for every man who claims to walk in truth. This is about aligning every choice, every outcome, with the highest standard—no excuses, no shortcuts. Paul lays out the foundation for a life of discipline, integrity, and relentless purpose, and this is where The Code meets the Word. It’s time to measure our work against the only standard that matters. Are you producing results that reflect your faith? Listen in and find out.

Monday Nov 11, 2024

In this episode, we go deep into the warrior's path out of the pit—out of seasons that break you, strip you down, and make you question everything. Just as Isaiah 61 declares, God has marked this as the 'Year of the Lord’s Favor,' He’s calling His warriors to rise, rebuild, and restore. This isn’t about waiting around; it’s about claiming God's purpose before you, walking with intention, and turning past struggles into fuel. We’re not victims of our past or circumstances but vessels for God's relentless transformation, prepared to step boldly into this new season with purpose and power.

Monday Nov 04, 2024

In Episode 3, we dig into a question that cuts deep: Are you the man, the husband, the father you once hoped to become? This episode challenges you to speak truthfully, just as I did today when facing a delay that cost me valuable progress. We explore the importance of aligning our work with God’s purpose, drawing wisdom from Psalm 127, and what it means to live by the Code. If you're ready to stop lying to yourself and take steps toward who you’re meant to be, this episode is for you. Grab a free copy of The Master Craftsman’s Design—just pay shipping—and let’s start building a life of purpose, truth, and legacy.

Friday Nov 01, 2024

Feeling like life is slipping by on autopilot? In The Master Craftsman’s Design: Designed by God, Built by You, we dive into the journey from rock bottom to purpose. In this first episode, I share my story and offer practical, faith-centered steps to realign your body, being, balance, and business with God’s plan. Join me as we build lives of meaning and legacy, starting with a 10-Day Challenge to awaken purpose and transformation.

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