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From Pharaoh’s Pride to David’s Faith: Rethinking Manhood through Scripture and Culture

From Pharaoh’s Pride to David’s Faith: Rethinking Manhood through Scripture and Culture

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What makes a man—really? Not the truck, the watch, the six-pack, or the cold stare in the ad. We probe the tension between culture’s version of masculinity and Scripture’s call to a different kind of strength—one built on obedience, humility, courage, and sacrificial love. From Pharaoh’s hardened pride to Moses’ reluctant surrender, and from Goliath’s armour to David’s sling, we map how identity shapes action and why trust in God reframes what bravery looks like in real life.

We get honest about the three core temptations that stalk men—lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—and we trace how they get packaged through media and marketing. Then we rebuild from the ground up: created in God’s image, made new in Christ, and invited to lead with love at home, work diligently without worshipping our work, and practise quiet faithfulness that forges public courage. You’ll hear personal stories of chasing status, facing fear, and learning to surrender, plus practical steps for fighting modern Goliaths with a steady heart—boundaries around lust, confessional friendships, Scripture before screens, and choosing one small obedience every day.

If you’re hungry for an identity that doesn’t collapse when the ad ends or the applause fades, this conversation offers a better way. Bring a notebook, note the passages, and sit with the question: are you living like Pharaoh or like Moses? like Goliath or like David? Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a review to help more men find a truer measure of strength.

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