Here are some thoughts about following Christ as men. You can use the Categories tab to find blog articles on various topics.
Jesus has come into the world to make all things new—beginning with us! In Matt 5-7 Jesus challenges us, as members of the new humanity, to exhibit the upside-down values of his kingdom, which contrast radically with worldly masculinity. Jesus begins with the most foundational heart attitude of his kingdom people, being "poor in spirit."
Some approaches to battling for sexual purity can send men into deeper despair and isolation. Dr. William Struthers, observes that one of the most frequent responses of a conscience seared by repeated pornography is “to turn against itself and plunge into the despair of self-loathing and unhealthy shame." This article presents the principles or establishing the ministry in the local church that doesn't shame them or drive them further into isolation, but encourages them and empowers them in their battle with sexual lust.
One of the secrets to understanding the male heart is recognizing that men want to be successful in everything they do. No man wants to fail at anything. But this success drive can become one of men's biggest idols--driving them to an unhealthy workaholism, which causes them to neglect what should be other priorities in his life. This article examines the characteristics of true success from God's perspective.