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Paul told the Corinthian men to “act like men.” What did he mean? Paul told us what he meant. He wrote, Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love (1 Cor. 16:13-14). Let’s look at each phrase: Be watchful (1 Cor. 16:13). Jesus is coming back. Paul told the men to be on guard/alert/on the lookout for Christ to return as He promised. Your eyes should be on Christ—His work and His people. Like a soldier in the trenches with guns loaded and ready for battle. As a husband/dad, guard your quiet time. Nothing should come between you and God’s Word. stand firm in the faith (1 Cor. 16:13). Scholars say this could mean “the faith” or “personal faith.” The point is to hold the important behaviors of the faith. Be consistent with your commitments. You follow Jesus, act like it. As a husband/dad, one big way to stand firm in the faith (and in your faith) is to not miss church for lesser things. be strong (1 Cor. 16:13). There’s a real enemy, and you’ll need to act like a man and be strong to stand against this world. With God’s help, you can put away childish things and mature with things that hold value, purpose, and truth. Acting like a man requires strength. If you’re in Christ, you have all the strength you need to stand against this world.
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GAIN INSIGHT
“A man of integrity is one who does the right thing, even when no one is watching.” —C.S. Lewis.
“The first step toward becoming a man is to take responsibility for your own spiritual life.” —Tony Evans.
“Being a man isn’t about having the most toys, winning the most games, or coming out on top every time. It’s about living your life with character, making a difference, and embracing responsibility.” —John Eldredge.
“A true man is one who leads by example, showing kindness, compassion, and strength in equal measure.” —Max Lucado.
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Straight from God. I said “straight from Paul” earlier. But Paul didn’t invent these words. He read them from Joshua who got them from Moses who got them from God. That’s the short version. Like Moses taught Joshua to be strong and courageous, Paul’s teaching you right now to be strong and act like a man. God calls you to be different, set apart, and not like the world. Paul wrote one more thing Do all in love (1 Cor. 16:14). You can be watchful, stand firm, act like a man, and be strong—but if you don’t do it all with the love of God, are you truly acting like a man? |
Kent Evans
Author of Bring Your Hammer, co-founder of Manhood Journey
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