Let’s be honest: a lot of men secretly wonder if following Jesus means becoming weak, soft, or less manly. Some even think being a Christian man makes you a pushover. But is that really the truth? In this episode of The Manhood Tribes Show, Don tackles the controversial question head-on: does following Jesus make you a “p*ssy”… or does it actually call you into a stronger, more courageous version of manhood?

We break down why modern culture — and even many churches — often portray Jesus as soft, meek, and fragile. But the real Jesus of the Gospels was anything but weak. He confronted corrupt authorities, spoke truth that sparked riots, endured brutal suffering with unshakable resolve, and sacrificed His life for the sake of others. That’s not weakness. That’s strength, courage, and manhood at its highest level.

If you’ve ever struggled with the idea that Christianity makes men passive, or wondered how following Jesus fits with being strong, bold, and respected, this conversation will give you a whole new vision of biblical masculinity. You’ll discover that Jesus was not only holy and humble — He was also fearless, powerful, and fiercely manly. Following Him doesn’t diminish your masculinity; it refines and elevates it.

Timestamps:
00:00 Does Following Jesus Make You Weak?
04:12 The Problem with the “Soft Jesus” Image
12:47 Confrontational, Bold, and Respected
21:05 Jesus’ Strength and Sacrifice
31:18 What True Christian Masculinity Looks Like

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