You read that correctly! We're saying goodbye to the one and only Dakota. Our hearts may be sad as we transition into this next season without him, but we also celebrate what God is doing! We stand in Dakota's corner and look forward to what is ahead. But what's next for Cross Choke?THIS EPISODEDiscerning God's guidance and direction can be really …

Ever felt like forgiveness was for the other guy, but not for you? We can sure make living in grace more of struggle than it should be, and live life with our head hung in shame and defeat. But God wants us to live in grace-filled victory!THIS MESSAGEFollowing our message for FC5 about not being good enough, today's Fight Church is all about being …

What about discipleship? We can think of it as kind of an odd and old word saved for religious folk and pastors. Jesus actually instructed ALL Christians to go and make disciples of every nation and tongue! Wherever we go we are to make disciples along the way. But what does that mean to us fighters? THIS EPISODETeaching and leading someone in the …

Ever just felt like you weren't good enough? When we fail it's easy to feel like we're failures. Having a failure-mentality can define our character and infect our relationship with God. "If God has such great plans for me, how can He use me if I'm such a screw up?" Let's talk about how to overcome shortcomings, self-pity and our feelings of inadeq…

Ever read your Bible and felt it was confusing, overwhelming and just plain intimidating? So have we! Our Bibles can definitely be a bit scary and hard to understand, but it is possible to grasp it and understand it with the right help, mindset and tools. God wants to make Himself known to you and to all of us. The main way He does that is through …

Sometimes life doesn’t make sense, especially when we follow Jesus. Our expectations often times don’t match the reality of our storms. If God is so good then why am I going through what I'm going through? Let's talk about how to make sense of the storms we face.THIS MESSAGEStorms are a part of life and are actually promised by God. But they're not…

Ever felt your past creep up behind you and nudge you on the shoulder? Our past can remind us of embarrassing moments, moments we'd rather forget, regrets of things we wish didn't happen. We’ve all done things we wish we wouldn’t have. Ever wondered what Jesus teaches about a past we can't change? THIS EPISODEWhen we begin a relationship with Jesus…

Have you ever felt like God just isn't on your side? Maybe you've just been trying so hard but feel like you can't catch a break. Where is God when life doesn't seam to be fair?THIS EPISODESometimes it feels like God is fighting against your every move. Your feelings matter, yes. But your feelings aren't always correct. God is not against you, He's…

Ever felt this dilemma? You're a fighter, growing in your faith, yet competing in sport all about beating someone up. Ever wondered what God thinks about your athleticism and love for fighting?THIS EPISODEGod has a purpose and a plan for your life. Your athleticism and passion for competition were given to you as a gift. They are gift meant to glor…

How does it feel when someone just schools you? What about when life seems to school you? Let's talk about how to train to win the fight of our lives.THIS MESSAGEThe battle of our every day is real, spiritual and invisible. The odds are stacked against us and it's a battle we can't win alone. How can we possibly stand our ground and live the fight …

Does God care? Ever wondered if God actually hears your prayers? Or, ever wondered why God doesn't answer your prayers while others may share and celebrate how God answered one of theirs? THIS EPISODEGod cares and God wants you to converse with Him. He is trustworthy and is a perfect Father. When it comes to prayer. You have to start somewhere! Let…

Celebrate Easter with TFL! We're so glad you're here. We'll be streaming live monthly on our website, Facebook page and Youtube channel.We are here for you, believe in you and are in your corner.Let us know what you think of Fight Church and how service was for you at tflministries.com/fightchurchPor TFL Ministries

Ever felt like the stress was too much, and no matter how may Hawaiian Punches you had, it just didn't take the edge off? Well, you're not alone!Dakota, Zach AND his wife Katy, talk about the day to day stress of life. From family obligations to the highs and lows of emotions, to competing and living the fight life... often times the fight life can…

Ever felt like a failure?Maybe you took a risk and it didn't work out. But you were trying to do something positive! Or maybe you actually made a bad choice, people got hurt, and you're frozen in regret.However you failed, positive or negative, it's so easy to call the grave of failure our home.So how do we climb out of the grave and stay out of th…

What if I fail?... How can I ever try again?... I will fail!Dakota and Zach are back with an absolutely packed episode! We all face fear, we all face pain. If we are to thrive, grow and live a life glorifying God we must leverage and steward opportunity in such a way that we make the most of pain and fear by taking risks.We are in you corner and wa…

To holiday or not to holiday?Is it okay to celebrate Halloween as a Christian? Ever felt judged by the church for trick or treating, or feel like you need to hide behind your mask for real as you bring your kids door to door?Well what about Christmas? Isn't it obvious? Well... maybe it isn't. We want to dive in with you and see how to navigate this…

Dakota and Zach are back! Whew, it's been a minute. Marriage, computers, job changes, ministry changes... but hey, we're here and we're in your corner!And we're glad you're here! Enjoy this episode and visit us at tflministries.com.Por TFL Ministries

Welcome back! What a joy to be here with you again. This episode is full of all the things that make Cross Choke what it is: a message of hope wrapped in a lot of laughs! Dakota and Zach are also joined by one of their newest Cross Choke Podcasters, Jake Duran.Journey with the team as they take a look at common misconceptions regarding the Gospel. …

Catch up with Dakota and Zach in this fun and interactive episode! The TFL team looks back on the season and the highlights of what God has done and the doors He’s opened.Also enjoy a new resource the team has: Pod Decks. See what Dakota has to share in this improved segment about what the best thing was that ever happened to him and what new skill…

It can be tricky navigating a relationship, especially one where your goal is to keep God in the middle. In this episode, join Zach and Dakota as they share their past relational experiences, what worked and what didn’t, and what they learned.Be challenged to reevaluate your relationship through a different lens. If you aren’t in a romantic relatio…

Thank you for joining us in this very vulnerable and challenging episode. Dakota and Zach share honestly about some of their struggles and where they currently are in life, as well as some of the things they've overcome.We can all benefit from balanced vulnerability and learn from others as we relate to their struggles. This is an episode you don't…

He's baaaack! Bogey graciously accepted another invite to join us again on another CC.In this exciting and thought-provoking episode we discuss a new season of life that Bogey finds himself in. If you are going through change or aren't welcome to change, this is a great CC made just for you.Also, enjoy our new segment called Cross Examination.…

It does doesn’t it?… Well, sometimes it does. For a lot of us we feel leadership is a heavy burden with unrealistic expectations put on us. It can make us wonder how we ever got into such a place of influence and desire to regress and hide.In this episode of CC, join Dakota and Zach as they guide you through the keys to longevity as a leader. Learn…

Have you ever considered the consequences of your beliefs as an atheist? As a Christian, have you ever attempted to defend your faith with logic and reason rather than personal experience?In this episode, Dakota and Zach explore different perspectives of the atheistic world view and the responsibility of the Christian to know why they believe the t…

We are back with season 4!We had a lot of fun recording this episode and chatting about Enneagrams. We dive into the study of Enneagrams and how, with a deeper understanding of them, they can be used to better understand yourself and others.If you aren't sure of your Enneagram, here is a link to a free test: assessment.yourenneagramcoach.comThank y…

“I just want things to get back to normal.”Have those words entered your mind during this year? Maybe you’ve heard that statement within your family, workplace or academy. This year has been wholly an inconvenience to our day to day living and future plans. Relationships and finances have experienced extreme strain, combined with political unrest, …

SPECIAL OFFER: Join us at our White Belt tier for $3 a month and we will send you a complete NLT Bible. If you already have a Bible, then consider it as a gift for someone you know. Visit us here: patreon.com/tflministries. This offer will only last for one week from the time this episode goes live (Nov 9, 2020).Ever felt like you were missing what…

In this packed episode, Dakota and Zach are joined by a great friend and coach: Bryan Deats! Listen in as Bryan shares about his depth of training and experience as a coach. He shares about overcoming hindrances to training such as character, environment as well as overcoming injuries. Also, Bryan tackles a huge question: What is the most important…

How can you find better success on the mats? Zach and Dakota evaluate training tips and tricks on how to improve your submission success. From mentality to intent, Zach lays out a progression of control to apply to your game, the first of which being controlling yourself. If we are wanting to control another person we must first control ourselves, …

In this episode of laughs and challenges, Dakota and Zach had planned on an interview with a very special guest that didn’t quite come to fruition. So, Zach, the Lone Ranger himself, takes the opportunity to share a message that has been on his heart for a while: Don’t Fear!Also, join in as we introduce a new segment called “Submission of the Week”…

Cross Choke is back for Season 3! We are honored to serve you with challenging and personal content to help you grow in your walk with God. If you look on social media, glance at the news, discuss current events with friends and family, it's obvious the increased level of unrest in our society today. Does unrest define you? Has the weight of the un…

Welcome to Cross Choke! We are so happy you have found us. Here we discuss topics such as combat sports, music, current events, Christianity and so much more. No matter where you are in your faith, walk in life, whatever occupation; Cross Choke is here to challenge you to live a better life. Be sure to check us out at TFL ministries.com and support…

In this exciting and fun season 2 finale, Dakota and Zach are joined by one of their best friends, Jake Duran! Be challenged as Jake shares about his time oversees and what God has been teaching him.Keep watch for two PSN gift cards that will be read throughout the podcast. First come first serve!Cross Choke will be back in August for season 3. We …

Ever felt off balance in your relationship with God? Does what you know about Him match what you are experiencing on a daily basis? In this episode, Zach and Dakota unpack ways in which we can get off balance in our relationship with God and how to regain balance within it.Also, the team is joined by a very special guest: Abbi Reitan, Dakota’s wife…

Dakota, Zach and their special guest, Bogey Valdez, discuss communication techniques, racism, bigotry and what justice means. With vulnerability and a sincere heart, Bogey shares insights into his 8 years as a peace officer in Salt Lake City. Be challenged in your view of police officers and what the balance of justice is.Bogey also shares what wou…

In this community-chosen topic, follow Dakota and Zach as they discuss where they aren’t balanced and what they do to find balance. With their common-sense approach, evaluate what may need adjusting in your own life and apply their four principles of balance appropriately. Some of the verses they pull their principles from are: John 5:2-6, Ephesian…

May the 4th REMAIN with you! From Star Wars and Odin, to competing with a team and bloopers galore at the end of the end, Cross Choke delivers on all levels in this packed episode!Join Dakota and Zach as they discuss the importance of a good cornerman and who the ultimate Cornerman is. Be challenged to view God in a new and enlightened perspective …

In this very special episode, Dakota and Zach are honored to be joined by one of their closest mentors, friends and pastors: Randy Lindgren. Join them as they discuss why Randy chose to be a minister, what would be his walkout song, and what is the best advice he could give to a new minister just starting out. This is a fun episode as well as very …

BONUS EPISODE!In this fun and packed episode Dakota and Zach discuss what it means to make the most of time spent with God. What about when we have the opportunity to, why is it that we fear along time with Him?Also, what are your thoughts on Batman Returns with Danny DeVito?Por TFL Ministries

Corona Virus is real as is the panic associated with it. How are Christians to react? Where is God in this? Do we get more toilet paper?In this episode Dakota and Zach discuss truths behind what may be seen as unjustified suffering and why the God of the Bible would allow something like the Corona Virus spread across the globe.If you need prayer pl…

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Season finale! Dakota and Zach wrap things up with an episode packed full of laughs, sound theology and every segment available! The team asks the question: If Jesus isn't on the cross or in the grave, where is Jesus now? Also, why does it matter to us?A special thank you to the amazing Cross Choke community. We will be returning in January 2020. R…

There is so much begging for our attention during the Christmas season and it's easy to be distracted from what we can all overlook and take for granted: why Jesus came. Open you Bible and follow along with Dakota and Zach and see what the Bible has to say in regards to the Savior's birth!The team announces a new segment called "Your Neck of the Wo…

Dakota and Zach are joined by a very special guest, Isiah Rodriguez! Together, the Cross Choke team discusses what it means to have a positive work environment. What was Dakota’s first job? How important is money to Zach? Is Isiah the employee every business wishes they had? Most importantly, is it pronounced roofing or roofing?Learn and apply ways…

In this packed episode, Dakota and Zach discuss ways in which we can develop a higher self-esteem through biblical perspectives and personal experiences. What does God desire for us within self-esteem? How do we balance confidence and humility? Is the God of the Bible truly the only genuine source for a positive self-image and self-self-esteem. The…

Learn more about your hosts in this fun-filled episode! How did TFL start? How did Dakota come to know Jesus? Find out how Zach is officially an organic hipster who only likes their "last album". Aslo, discover why Dakota has a secret obsession over Vin Diesel.Por TFL Ministries

Want to know more about Dakota and Zach? Check out part one of our interviews! Pineapple on pizza? Favorite R6 operator? We share some fun questions and details about our walk with Jesus. Also, new segments 50/50 and Banana Split are introduced.Please be a part of the show at tflministries.com!Por TFL Ministries

Zach and Dakota kick season one off with an exciting and fun podcast reflecting on Kanye West's transformation. With new segments and community involvement let's journey through the vision and purpose of Cross Choke, our Walk Out Song of the week, as well as a fun segment at the end of the show called "Just Look Into it."…