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We live in a cultural moment where men are being handed competing (and often conflicting) visions of masculinity.

One side tells us to be stronger, tougher, to take control, and avoid weakness.

Or, on the other side, maybe masculinity itself is something “toxic” that we should automatically be suspicious of.

But what if Jesus offers guys a very different way to look at things?

In this episode of the Impactus podcast, Dean sits down with author and theologian Zachary Wagner to talk about his new book, Men of Virtue, and explore why the fruit of the Spirit might be one of the most important places for men to rediscover what godly masculinity actually looks like.

Watch or listen to the full episode: https://www.impactus.org/podcast/ep-113-a-better-vision-of-masculinity-with-zachary-wagner/

God didn’t wait for us to clean up our lives before coming after us. While we were still sinners, Christ came to us (Romans 5:8). He pursued us, not because we deserved it, but because He loved us.

That’s the heart of a peacemaker.

Taking the first step isn’t easy for a man. It requires humility. It means laying down our pride, listening before speaking, and being willing to forgive as we’ve been forgiven. It also means recognizing that reconciliation isn’t always within our control. We can pursue peace faithfully, but we can’t force another person to receive it.

Our responsibility is obedience.

Taking the First Step Bible Passage: "If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over."

After confronting our difficult emotions, we redirect our thinking and feeling towards the active, committed pursuit of the Lord in prayer, worship, and obedient action.

When we do, we begin to live out the qualities that we most value and want to embody: love, joy, peace, patience, etc.

This is the fruit of the Spirit that Paul describes in Galatians 5:22: the fruit of a sound mind.

What Do You Value? Bible Passage: "Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss

A disciplined and sound mind can acknowledge and accept the reality of our feelings, while responding in a way that aligns with what’s most important to us.

It’s accepting of our internal experiences while remaining committed to pursuing our greatest values.

This week, we’re going to unpack what this really means together through the lens of Scripture.

What is a "Sound Mind"? Bible Passage: "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind." (2 Timothy 1:7 NKJV) Scripture Reading:

In a culture where it’s so easy for men to become obsessed with greatness, achievement, and influence, many guys find themselves chasing the wrong things. In this conversation, Jordan sits down with pastor and author Donnie Griggs and explores why goodness and faithfulness matter more than being impressive—and why becoming a good man is a lifelong journey we were never meant to walk alone.

Jordan and Donnie talk honestly about responsibility, the weight men are meant to carry, and what happens when men avoid the responsibilities that help them grow. They also unpack a vision of masculinity that refuses to choose between strength and tenderness, and the biblical truth that men need brothers, not just buddies—men who know us, encourage us, speak truth to us and walk with us through every season of life.

Join Jordan and Donnie for a compelling conversation about responsibility, friendship, masculinity, faithfulness and what it really means to become a good man.

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When early Christians proclaimed “Jesus is Lord,” they made a bold, countercultural statement that affirmed His divine lordship over salvation, life, and eternity.

It was both a theological truth and a courageous political statement, declaring Christ’s authority over all human powers and inviting believers to live under His reign.

It remains a bold declaration over our lives today—including our digital lives.

This week, we will turn to Scripture to examine ancient advice for our modern times. The good news is that when men lack wisdom, even in the age of information, God offers to give wisdom generously (James 1:5).

Christ as Lord of Your Life Bible Passage: "…you must worship Christ as Lord of your life.” (1 Peter 3:15 NLT) Scripture Reading: Proverbs 8:1-36; Luke 6:43-49 It doesn’t feel all

There is a war for your soul, brothers. The enemy wants you to give in to lust, to pride, to fear, to envy. He wants you to give up on your faith. He wants you to live in discouragement. He wants you to go to hell!

We have no ability to find success in this war on our own.

But, as John says, “Greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world” (1 John 4:4).

We are desperate for a Savior, for a Champion.

It doesn’t matter how much money you have.

It doesn’t matter how intelligent you are.

It doesn’t matter how regularly you go to church.

We will lose this fight without our King Jesus.

Fear the Lord and look to Him for success.

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God is faithful. He is compassionate. This is not the end.

For men who are perhaps standing in the rubble of their own failures, these whispers echo long—men whose lives have been torn down by their own choices, whose greed, lust, self-sufficiency, pride, or misguided version of masculinity have ruined lives, relationships, business, or alienated children—compassion’s melody is carried on the breeze.

Failure, even judgment, sees another sunrise. And with that sunrise, the light and heat of God’s love shine on us.

A Melody in the Darkness Bible Passage: “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your

Most guys know they probably need to sleep better—but few realize that sleep is far more than just a physical necessity.

In this episode of the Impactus podcast, Chris sits down with author and Gospel Coalition journalist Brett McCracken to explore the deeper meaning behind one of God’s most overlooked gifts.

Drawing from his new book, The Wisdom of Sleep: How Rest Reveals God’s Truth and Revives Weary Souls, Brett unpacks how sleep is not just a physical need but a powerful act that actually points to the grace, sovereignty, and wisdom of God.

Watch or listen to the full episode:

https://www.impactus.org/podcast/ep-111-why-god-makes-men-sleep-with-brett-mccracken/

This week, we will explore God’s design for sexuality. To live sexually pure, many men try to refrain from sin without learning God’s true design.

Many are taught that they are visual and sexual creatures, and have a deep need for physical affection; if God created these traits in men, it’s important to learn why.

Read more: https://www.impactus.org/daily-devotional/sex-shame-and-gods-design/