Man Alive 10: Stable and Consistent

He will not be afraid of evil tidings; His heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD. Psalms 112:7 NKJV In a poll of random acquaintances, I asked the question, “When you hear the term manhood, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind?” I tallied the responses in the hope of identifying characteristics of … Continue reading Man Alive 10: Stable and Consistent

Man Alive: Stand up for What’s Right

Then we will no longer be immature like children. We won’t be tossed and blown about by every wind of new teaching. We will not be influenced when people try to trick us with lies so clever they sound like the truth. Instead, we will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more … Continue reading Man Alive: Stand up for What’s Right

Man Alive: Maturity

When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child; but when I became a man, I put away childish things. 1 Corinthians 13:11 NKJV In a poll of random acquaintances, I asked the question, “When you hear the term manhood, what’s the first thing … Continue reading Man Alive: Maturity

Man Alive: A Protector

The LORD watches over the strangers; He relieves the fatherless and widow; But the way of the wicked He turns upside down. Psalms 146:9 NKJV Pure and genuine religion in the sight of God the Father means caring for orphans and widows in their distress and refusing to let the world corrupt you. James 1:27 … Continue reading Man Alive: A Protector

Man Alive: More Like Jesus

Students are not greater than their teacher. But the student who is fully trained will become like the teacher. Luke 6:40 NLT Panama Canal Values In a poll of random acquaintances, I asked the question, “When you hear the term manhood, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? I tallied the responses in … Continue reading Man Alive: More Like Jesus

Man Alive: Responsible

“A faithful, sensible servant is one to whom the master can give the responsibility of managing his other household servants and feeding them. If the master returns and finds that the servant has done a good job, there will be a reward. I tell you the truth, the master will put that servant in charge … Continue reading Man Alive: Responsible

Man Alive: Change Gonna Come

God has made us what we are. He has created us in Christ Jesus to live lives filled with good works that he has prepared for us to do.Ephesians 2:10 GW HELP! In a recent poll of friends and acquaintances, I asked the question. “When you hear the term manhood, what’s the first thing that … Continue reading Man Alive: Change Gonna Come

Man Alive: What is Manhood?

Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong. Let all your things be done with charity. (1 Corinthians 16:13-14 KJV) Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong. And do everything with love. (1 Corinthians 16:13-14 NLT) Hoppy , Topper, and friends In my formative years, … Continue reading Man Alive: What is Manhood?

I Need Your Help!

Me and Uncle Charlie I am looking for some help from you concerning the meaning of the term “manhood.” Not a dictionary definition, but a visceral response. What does your gut say? I did a survey by email a few months back with great responses. Before I move on to interpreting the results, I want … Continue reading I Need Your Help!

Maleness or Manhood?

Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong. Let all your things be done with charity. (1 Corinthians 16:13-14 KJV) Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong. And do everything with love. (1 Corinthians 16:13-14 NLT) So, the company that used to bring me the … Continue reading Maleness or Manhood?