#129 - Matt Chandler // Toxic Masculinity: A Christian Perspective

Pastor Matt Chandler addresses the cultural narrative of "toxic masculinity" that has left many men feeling discouraged, devalued, and demoralized. He begins a week-long exploration of biblical masculinity by examining God's unique biological design for men and setting up the question of why God created these differences. • The American Psychological Association's 2018 guidelines denounced "traditional masculine ideology" as harmful • Many men today struggle with loneliness, frustration, exhaustion, and negative generational patterns • Being male (XY chromosomes) doesn't automatically make someone a man • Genesis 2:7 shows God's intentional creation and positioning of man • Men have biological differences including thicker skin, stronger bones, more muscle mass, and different brain structure • The purpose behind these differences will be explored throughout the week Share this podcast with other men who might need encouragement and leave us a five-star rating and review to help more men discover these teachings. Support the show Want to connect? Email communication@coe22.com