As a man, it can be especially difficult to keep ourselves pure. There is unclean imagery everywhere we look, and our lustful sin nature would have us indulging in the pornographic content that is so readily available in our culture. Pastor Mark will give some practical and biblical wisdom on how to fight that battle in this episode. Check out our purity pledge and take the 30-day challenge: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZZF54BbULT6wQzANk4SdEqZecnpwuL_f/edit?usp=drive_link&o...

Let's take a look at David's mighty men from the old testament to see what it says about being a fighter. Physical violence aside, men are called to stand for what they believe in. We are called to take part in spiritual warfare, which includes being prepared and trained to fight the evil that exists in our world today. Please continue to join us!

As a man, you were created to be in relationship. First, in relationship with God, which will govern all of your other relationships. Then, of course, in relationship with your wife, your children, your family generally, and your friends. Do not neglect your place in the family of God by isolating yourself from others!

God wants us to be wise in all areas of our lives, and the area of finances is one that often isn't discussed in the church. In this episode, Pastor Mark will relay some of his personal experiences about how to be wise with your finances. Tithing, saving, and investing are a few of the very practical things covered here, with scripture to back it up. Please continue to join us!

As men, we often don't like to wear our emotions on our sleeve. In general, this is okay. However, when it comes to love, we need to be generous and open in our displays. This episode goes into 1 Corinthians 13, the famous love chapter of the bible, to discuss how we are to show love to one another. As always, the biblical principles are reinforced with practical wisdom from Pastor Mark. Enjoy!

In this episode, Pastor Mark will lay out the father's mandate: biblical rules for fatherhood. They are not all easy to follow, but with some practical wisdom and the grace of God, all men can be good fathers to their natural and spiritual children.

It's not always easy to be a nice guy. Everyone knows they SHOULD be nice to people, but did you know that there is positive scientific evidence to support the biblical command to be kind? Pastor Mark will dive into this truth with scripture in one hand and scientific studies in the other. Enjoy!

Mark Garsombke explains what it means to be a father. Godly men are called to be fathers to their children. We mean this literally! It's not a popular opinion, but fathering children is one of the best ways to make sure that the seeds of the gospel are spread. Learn why today, and continue to join us!

Pastor Mark explains how men of God were created to be multipliers: to thrive and not just survive. Everything that we do as Christians has an effect on ourselves, our families, and the next generation. Because of this important truth, we cannot simply be takers of the things that we are blessed with, we must give back. God has given us many ways to multiply our blessings, and Mark Garsombke will go into further detail in this episode. Thank you for joining us!

As a man, you were created to be a provider to your family. Pastor Mark will discuss the truth behind the scriptural adage: if you don't work, you don't eat. Men are meant to find fulfillment in their work as a means of providing for themselves and their families, selflessly.

In this week's episode, Mark Garsombke delves into the biblical truth that men are called to be priests: to their families, their friends, and in their communities. While some men are directed by God to be vocational ministers such as pastors, bishops, or elders, all men are called to be a priest in some form or to someone. If you are a man who does not feel like they have what it takes to take on a priestly role, or are not even sure what that looks like in the 21st century, Mark is going to...

We are well aware that this is a hard-hitting topic, but it needs to be talked about. God's word does not change, and He Himself does not change. These guidelines have been in place for thousands of years. Is it comfortable? No. Is it popular? Kind of. Is it important? Absolutely. Mark Garsombke breaks it down in the best way possible on this edition of XY: Be a Man Follow us on social media! Tiktok, Instagram, Facebook, Threads: @mediaunlimitedwi

Every man on this earth was divinely appointed to be a LEADER in many areas of their life. In their families, workplaces, communities, and even over their own bodies and minds, men are called by God to be kings and priests (more on priesthood next week). Pastor Mark explains this truth with reference to David's story in 1 Samuel, as well as practical examples of how godly men can live this out, even when they don't feel like a born leader. Remember to rate and review, and continue to ...

Pastor Mark dives into the 3rd of 16 biblical truths for men: as a man, you were created to leave your family and cleave to your wife (Genesis 2). This episode contains a lot of practical wisdom regarding loneliness in men, the benefits of getting married young, and what to look for in a wife. Please continue to join us as the series continues!

Mark Garsombke dives into truth #2 as we continue this 17-week series titled XY: Be a Man. You will learn that, as a man, you were created to be a king's kid. In fact, you were created to be THE King's kid. You are a child of God, and that reality opens the door to so many possibilities for yourself and your life. Please continue to join us. Follow us on social media! Tik Tok, Instagram, Facebook: @mediaunlimitedwi

Mark Garsombke goes into detail about the first truth in his 17 week series: that you (if you were born a male) were created to be a man, an XY chromosome, biological male. Gender and sex are not distinguished in God's Word, and therefore we should not be separating them in our culture today. This is a hard-hitting, countercultural truth, and it is just the tip of the iceberg as Mark continues his series. Please join us next week! Follow us on Social Media! Facebook - https://www.facebook.co...

Why are so many men (especially young men) so confused about their identity, what a man is, and whether or not they even should be one? There are many reasons why, and Mark Garsombke is going to give us an overview of the things he has noticed in the culture that have led to this phenomenon. The main culprit, of course, is rampant deception coming straight from the father of lies, attempting to poison the minds of vulnerable men. To combat this, Mark will lay out 16 truths that are rooted in ...