Today I am reminded of the importance of being a true man. This is more and more being lost in our society. Our culture tries to neutralize any emphasis of gender and certainly wants true men to stop being who they are. Some of you are not even certain what I mean by a "true man" so I will explain.
A "true man" is someone who walks with strength, confidence, vision and a fierce passion.
Balanced by tenderness, care, love and patience just to name some of the attributes.
As a "true man" we are called to stand up for and help those who are in need, the weak, the poor, the oppressed, the lonely, the hurting, etc... Our character is to be measured not by our harshness but rather through our resolve to do what is right even if it is not popular.
True Men take risks, they rise to challenges, the are into action and willing to fight the fight for what is right. Protectors, warriors, hunters, providers, these are good things for "true men".
True Men are into sacrifice, they put aside their own selfish wants and desires to make a difference, especially in those closest to them, their wife, children, parents, brothers, sisters, families, friends and Church. Even when it is difficult and emotionally draining "true men" will be there for others.
I know I seem to have set the bar pretty high, but here is the last part of being a "true man". True Men are seeking to walk in humility, broken hearted about their sin, quick to repent, full of grace for others and desiring to walk with God daily as they lead others to do the same.
Our challenge - to live as "true men".
It all started with Fellowship Baptist Church HIT Men ministry. Honesty Integrity Transparency is what it is about. No holds barred, we will walk together through this life, challenging and encouraging each other in our faith!
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