The Meaning of Manhood There are many faulty views of what manhood means. Here is a list of some faulty notions of what true manhood involves: - A supercharged sex life - Multiple sexual conquests - Sexual attractiveness to women - A muscular physique - An air of confidence at all times - Freedom from effeminate traits In summary, to be a "real man" means to be physically muscular and attractive, sexually driven, and confidently pompous. These notions of manhood are merely tw

This hymn from Isaac Watts speaks of the worship that is due to the Blessed Trinity. It is Hymn 11 in Asahel Nettleton's Village Hymns for Social Worship. Father of glory, to thy name Immortal praise we give. Who dost an act of grace proclaim, And bid us rebels live. Immortal honor to the Son, Who makes thine anger cease; Our lives he ransom'd with his own, And dy'd to make our peace. To thine Almighty Spirit be Immortal glory given, Whose influence brings us near to thee, An

This beautiful text is from Horatius Bonar simply titled, The Cross. By the cross of Jesus standing, Love our straitened souls expanding, Taste we now the peace and grace! Health from yonder tree is flowing, Heavenly light is on it glowing, From the blessed Sufferer's face. Here the holy, happy greeting, Here the calm and joyful meeting, God with man in glad accord; Love that cross to us is telling, Darkness, doubt and fear dispelling; -- Love in Jesus Christ our Lord. Here i

The Meaning of Honorable To many people, being an honorable man might simply mean to practice things that are good, helpful, and kind. A husband might believe he is honorable if he does not commit adultery and if he adequately provides for his family. A worker might believe he is honorable if he works hard for the company. A student might believe he is honorable if he studies hard and earns decent grades. However, being an honorable man is more than just having good habits su

This is Hymn 12 in Assahel Nettleton's Village Hymnal. It is attributed to William Cowper, friend of John Newton. Together, they wrote many hymns which can be viewed in a separate volume entitled Olney Hymns. God moves in a mysterious way, His wonders to perform; He plants his footsteps in the sea, And rides upon the storm. Deep in unfathomable mines Of never-failing skill, He treasures up his bright designs, And works his sov'reign will. Ye fearful saints, fresh courage take

A beautiful gem from Horatius Bonar (1808-1889) To the name of God on high, God of might and majesty, God of heaven, and earth, and sea, Blessing, praise, and glory be. To the name of Christ the Lord, Son of God, Incarnate Word, Christ, by whom all things were made, Be an endless honor paid. To the Holy Spirit be Equal praise eternally, With the Father and the Son, One in name, in glory one. This, the song of ages past, Song that shall for ever last; Let the ages yet to be J

In discussing what it means to be an honorable Christian man, it is helpful to first understand what each word means. Since the crux of the phrase is the word "Christian" we will begin there. What does it mean to be a Christian? Acts 11:26 gives us the first occurrence of the word in the New Testament and tells us that the disciples of Jesus Christ were first called Christians in Antioch. This was about the year AD44. When Paul spoke with Agrippa about 15 years later in Acts

The need for Honorable Christian Men is great because the Scriptural expectations are great. Many men are no doubt wondering how they can grow in becoming an honorable Christian man. Is there any hope for spiritual growth and victory? The biblical answer is a resounding “YES.” There is always hope, because there is always God. God desires for every one of His children to live honorably before Him. Men, it is time we desire what God desires of us. There is a great need for Hon