The Patriarchy Podcast | Why Men Don't Read the Bible (And How to Start) w/ Pastor Stephen Baker

Most men have strong opinions about politics, sports, and theology. But the truth is, many never open their Bibles. In this hard-hitting episode, Pastor Joseph Spurgeon sits down with Pastor Stephen Baker—Dean of New Geneva Academy and Associate Pastor at Trinity Reformed Church—to talk about why men don’t read Scripture, how to kill excuses, and what it really looks like to know, love, and obey the Word of God.

They cover the reasons men neglect the Bible, the spiritual warfare behind it, and how to build daily habits of biblical literacy, leadership, and conviction.

If you're tired of being spiritually passive, if you want to actually lead your family and fight sin like a man, then this episode is for you.

Topics Covered:

✅ Why most men don't read the Bible
✅ The excuses Christian men use—and how to kill them
✅ What is the perspicuity of Scripture?
✅ Can normal men understand the Bible without a seminary degree?
✅ How the Bible was written—and why it matters
✅ What genres are in Scripture and how to read them
✅ Why we must approach God's Word with humility
✅ How to start reading and applying Scripture daily
✅ The promises God gives to men who consume His Word
✅ Tools, tips, and mindsets for staying consistent in the Word

Timestamps / Chapters:

00:00 – Cold Open: You Can't Lead if You Won’t Read
01:45 – Why Most Men Don’t Read the Bible
05:10 – Introduction of Guest: Pastor Stephen Baker
06:00 – What is New Geneva Academy?
10:00 – Can Normal Men Understand the Bible?
14:30 – Excuses Men Use to Avoid Scripture
18:20 – Promises to the Man Who Reads Scripture
22:00 – The Danger of Bible Literacy Without Obedience
26:00 – Interpreting Scripture: The Basics
30:45 – The Role of Genre in Bible Reading
36:15 – What Does It Mean to Read the Bible Literally?
41:00 – The Pitfalls of Redemptive-Historical Only
45:00 – How to Start a Consistent Bible Habit
50:00 – Final Thoughts & Call to Action

Call to Action:

If you’re serious about becoming a man of the Word, stop making excuses. Start building daily habits. Read the Bible. Memorize it. Obey it. It’s your weapon. It’s your nourishment. It's time to lead.

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