Being a man is not defined by being the biggest or the baddest guy on the block. Truth be told, having influence over many people, will not usher anyone toward the title of being a man either. Sadly, there are not enough real men taking up the mantle. God has called all males to become men. It is simply the natural order of things. The example set forth by the Father gives righteous guidance toward being a man. He is to be a protector, a provider, and a teacher. But above all these, and perhaps what will better influence him in each area, he needs to be a follower of God.
These definitions, or better yet duties of manhood, place a man as being the head of his house. Most of the New Testament portion of the Bible serves as being Doctrine (teachings/instructions), and in this Doctrine found in 1 Corinthians 11:3-16, we find the word of God explaining that the man is the head of his family, but the head of him should be Christ, whose head is God. Doing so will give him the proper examples, afore mentioned, to follow and show proper leadership. God is a Father to all, therefore, a man should be a father to all-leading and guiding all into the path of holy righteousness. If not this, then for what besides worldly lusts and gains. But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness (1 Timothy 6:11). Without the fulfillment of manhood duties, there is sure to be a lack of the potential to optimize family, society and everything in between. Men are to set the standards and lead, by following God.
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