Here are some thoughts about following Christ as men. You can use the Categories tab to find blog articles on various topics.
As we transition to the new year, perhaps you feel as I do. Looking backwards at the enormity of the blessing I have received from my God in 2014, I find myself wanting to move forward into 2015 in a way that says, “Thank you” to God…in a way that in some small way seeks to live a life that is worthy of my calling…in a way that expresses true gratefulness to my God and King. Is there a way to bring pleasure to the very God who has so richly lavished his love upon me? I think there is.
It’s been said that the good things in life are often the enemies of the best things in life for want of time. Could you be letting the good things you are trying to do with your life push out the best things?
A man's anger usually wounds his loved ones and makes it harder for them to follow his leadership. The path to godly manhood requires replacing our selfish anger with the inner attitude of meekness. But "meekness" is a very misunderstood word. Jesus models meekness but still drives the sheep sellers and money changers from the temple with a whip. True meekness is not spineless subservience, timidity, or weakness, but in fact means "strength under control." This article explains how to cultivate the true meekness that overcomes selfish anger.