Biblical Manhood in a Confused Age

Joshua Gielow and Mary Weller are joined by Pastor Josh Smith of King’s Church in Columbia, SC. Pastor Smith, who will be speaking at the upcoming Peter Jones Lectures, unpacks a biblical vision of manhood rooted in Genesis 1 and 2 — where men are called to image God distinctly as male through strength, leadership, responsibility, and sacrificial love.

Contrasting true biblical masculinity with “toxic masculinity,” exposing how the culture distorts good masculine traits (strength, courage, authority) when they are separated from God’s design. Pastor Smith addresses the influence of figures like Andrew Tate, the crisis of fatherlessness, and the hunger among young men for a clear roadmap to manhood. He emphasizes that masculinity is more moral than muscular — it is about self-governance, responsibility, and building civilization, beginning in the home.

The discussion highlights practical discipleship through family worship, catechesis, intentional fatherhood, and rites of passage that help turn boys into godly men.

Event Highlight:

This conversation is a preview of Pastor Josh Smith’s lecture on Biblical Masculinity at the inaugural Peter Jones Lectures: “The God of Sex – Male and Female He Created Them.”

Date: June 5–6, 2026 Venue: King’s Church, Columbia (Irmo), South Carolina

Featuring Dr. Peter Jones, Rosaria Butterfield, Mary Weller, David Alexander, and Pastor Josh Smith.

This is a must-attend event for anyone longing to see the church recover a robust, biblical understanding of sexuality and gender. Register today at truthxchange.com ($50 includes meals).

Highly recommended for fathers, mothers, pastors, and young men navigating today’s cultural confusion.