#197 - Joby Martin // Work, Will, and Woman in God's Original Plan

God gave Adam three things for dominion: work to enjoy, will to obey, and a woman to love, establishing a blueprint for biblical manhood that remains relevant today. • Genesis 2:18 presents the first "not good" in Scripture - man being alone • God created woman as a helper (azer) equal in value but fulfilling a complementary role • Adam named all animals, getting his world in order before receiving Eve • Single men should practice loving relationships with mothers, sisters, and female friends • Men need to have their lives in order before being qualified to receive "one of God's daughters" • Marriage follows God's order: leave parents, cleave to spouse, then become one flesh • Reversing God's design leads to shame in relationships • Sex is like fire - beautiful in its proper context (marriage) but destructive outside it • Men must reject the cultural tendency to commodify women for selfish purposes • Restoration comes through confession, the blood of Jesus, and commitment to love sacrificially Share this podcast to help equip other men for the fight and leave us a five-star rating and review. Support the show Want to connect? Email communication@coe22.com