MFM | In this episode on our mission-focused men series, we unpack the priority principle found in Proverbs 24:27 and apply it to marriage. Wisdom advises men to first establish a mission for their life, then seek a woman to help accomplish that vision. 

(04:45) Mission, then Marriage

(10:24) Proverbs 24:27 should shape how and when you should pursue a wife

(12:49) Mission-focused men position women to blossom in their femininity.

MFM | In this episode on our mission-focused men series, we unpack Proverbs 24:27 and speak about how men must have their priorities straightened out. Men must always prioritize their mission over the recreational aspects of their life. 

(03:30) Prioritize essentials over non-essentials

(09:58) Be single-minded in your mission

(11:41) Paul the Apostle; an example of a man who prioritized his mission.

In this episode, we further expound on romantic attraction by giving various examples of attraction between the opposite sexes. We also discuss what role gender stereotypes play in romantic attraction

(01:17) Examples of feminine physical features that men find attractive.

(03:59) Examples of feminine character traits that men find attractive. 

(07:14) Examples of masculine physical features that women find attractive. 

(08:49) Examples of masculine character traits that women find attractive. 

(10:47) Gender stereotypes

(13:50) Not everything raises or kills attraction equally

(16:00) The attraction principle

In this episode, we discuss the source and implications of romantic attraction between the opposite sexes. 

(01:27) Romantic attractions are primarily rooted in anything pertaining to the opposite gender. 

(03:59) Romantic attraction is felt by everyone, not just believers.

(05:57) Opposites attract

(06:35) What makes someone unattractive?

(09:18) Physical looks matter in romantic attraction

(13:30) Character traits matter in romantic attraction

(15:08) Romantic attraction is not PRIMARILY rooted in one’s devotion to the Lord.

(18:04) What role does one’s devotion to the Lord play in romantic attraction?

In this episode, we unpack the true meaning of what Paul meant when he told the Corinthians to act like men. This command found in 1 Corinthians 16:13 lies as one of the foundational pillars for biblical masculinity.

(04:02) No courage, no masculinity. 

(06:48) Men must be characterized by courage.

(08:58) Motives to act like men.

(13:28) How can I practically act like a man?

MFM | In this episode on our mission-focused men series, we unpack Genesis 25:27 and talk about how Christian men ought to be the best at what they do. It is integral to biblical manhood for men to pursue excellence in their field of work. We look at the example of Esau found in Genesis 25:27 to spur us unto similar ambitious works done to the glory of God.

MFM | In this mission-focused men episode, we look at the masculinity of Cain  found in Genesis 4:17 and how Christian men ought to go beyond this incomplete picture of manhood for the glory of God.

MFM | In this episode on our mission-focused men series, we look into the foundations of mission-focused masculinity as found in Genesis 2:15. Adam wasn’t just given work to do, but he was also given direction in life. 

Mission-focused men are people who are wholeheartedly devoted to their work, have direction in life due to their work, and are diligently resolved to pursue excellence in their craft to the glory of God.

In this episode, we lay a foundational truth that can help men dispel effeminate tendencies such as neediness.

In this episode, it’s time for us to examine ourselves and discern our motives behind biblical manhood.

(02:48) Test 1: An openness to change and admit we are wrong.

(06:19) Test 2: You can’t have a concern for God’s glory in just one area.

(08:58) Test 3: Do you want God’s glory as long as you are the vessel He is using to glorify Himself?

(15:12) Test 4: Jealousy reveals selfish

ambitions.

(18:28) Test 5: Compassion towards less masculine brothers.

(22:14) Test 6: An imbalanced pursuit of masculinity.

(26:12) Test 7: What fuels you to do masculine things?