Most men today have been sold a cheap imitation of manhood—especially when it comes to how they speak. We’re told that “talking like a man” means cursing loudly, bragging boldly, mocking others, keeping our emotions locked down, or using sharp, aggressive words to prove our strength. Our culture imagines masculinity as a kind of verbal … Continue reading Talk Like a Man
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The Battle of the False Sir Joyous
“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice!” – Philippians 4:4 The Welcome of Sir Joyous (Based on Chapter 2 of W. E. Cule's Sir Knight of the Splendid Way) Sir Joyous was courteous and gracious, richly clad and full of generous hospitality. “Here you will meet with none but friends,” he said. … Continue reading The Battle of the False Sir Joyous
Don’t Lose Heart. . . Don’t Grow Weary
Work can be exhausting. Fathers juggle demands from bosses, coworkers, spouses, and children, often battling stress, fatigue, and frustration. Amidst these pressures, it's easy to lose heart. But God calls us not to grow weary in doing good (Galatians 6:9). He designed work as a blessing, a form of worship, and a means of helping … Continue reading Don’t Lose Heart. . . Don’t Grow Weary
Amor Fati vs. Fides Patris: From Stoic Fate to the Father’s Faithfulness
Why do good people suffer? It’s one of the oldest and deepest questions in human history—and one that haunts even the most faithful. If God is all-powerful and loving, why does He allow pain, injustice, and sorrow—especially in the lives of those who serve Him? Throughout history, people have tried to make sense of suffering. … Continue reading Amor Fati vs. Fides Patris: From Stoic Fate to the Father’s Faithfulness
The Need for Fathers
In a world that often downplays a father’s role, God’s Word tells a different story. Fatherhood is not just a title—it’s a calling. A mission. A sacred trust. This article from Knights of Fatherhood challenges men to rise up and reclaim the honor and responsibility God has placed on their shoulders. It’s a wake-up call backed by scripture, statistics, and a heart for the next generation. 📖 “He will turn the hearts of the fathers to their children…” — Malachi 4:6 #KnightsOfFatherhood #BiblicalFatherhood #TheNeedForFathers #Malachi4 #RaiseThemUp #ChristianMen #StandInTheGap
Fac, Si Facis — If You’re Going to Do It, Do It
There’s an old Latin phrase that carries the kind of weight you don’t shake off easily: Fac, si facis. Translated, it means, “Do it, if you're going to do it.” It’s a phrase rooted in ancient satire, likely coined by the Roman poet Horace to mock politicians who made big promises but never followed through. … Continue reading Fac, Si Facis — If You’re Going to Do It, Do It
Quod Obstat Viae Fit Via–What Stands in the Way Becomes the Way
(Note: This is a lesson I first gave to my twins on their 15th birthday and just recently altered for my son Ean's 15th birthday. ) “Our actions may be impeded…but there can be no impeding our intentions or dispositions. Because we can accommodate and adapt. The mind adapts and converts to its own purposes … Continue reading Quod Obstat Viae Fit Via–What Stands in the Way Becomes the Way
Spiritual Bushido: Respect
Consider the story of two brothers: One was a child of faith and the first to face persecution and death for his service to God, the other was a child of disobedience and was the first to shed the blood of God’s children. This is the story of Cain and Abel recorded in Genesis 4:1-16. … Continue reading Spiritual Bushido: Respect
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