During his more than 20 years as a homicide detective, J. Warner Wallace investigated several “no-body, missing person cases.” He successfully helped identify and convict killers, even without evidence from the scene. He utilizes these same detective skills and techniques to investigate the historical life and actions of Jesus – using the evidence of history alone to confirm the historicity and deity of Jesus. In this interview, Wallace will share about his faith journey and his fascinating detective research proving the claims and historical authenticity of Jesus.
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What does it mean to be a man according to Scripture?

In this episode of inContext, Michael Easley welcomes Dr. Paul Pettit to discuss his book A Courageous Identity and the urgent need for Christ-centered masculinity. Together they examine why so many young men are struggling with loneliness, fatherlessness, addiction, and a lack of purpose, while offering a biblical vision of courageous leadership rooted in the example of Jesus Christ.

They also explore why discipleship across generations is essential for the health of the church and how older believers can intentionally invest in younger men.

Key Topics Covered:

Chapters
00:00 Why Masculinity Matters Today
01:28 The Crisis of Biblical Manhood
08:29 Why Men Often Become Passive
10:48 The Need for Intergenerational Discipleship
20:36 How Young Men Find Mentors
30:04 The Biggest Challenges Facing Young Men
39:28 Welcoming Men into Biblical Manhood
44:22 A Simple Philosophy of Discipleship
47:18 Encouragement for the Next Generation

Links Mentioned:

A Courageous Identity by Dr. Paul Pettit

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