The Bulletin The Masculinity Crisis with John Eldredge
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Apr 22, 2025 
Join author and counselor John Eldredge, president of Wild at Heart, as he dives into the complexities of modern masculinity and spirituality. He discusses the challenges posed by far-right politics and reclaiming authentic male identity. Eldredge emphasizes the healing power of personal experiences of God's love and critiques 'hard-ass masculinity' in church settings. The conversation also touches on navigating spirituality amidst digital distractions, advocating for deeper connections with Christ for true fulfillment.
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Healing the Masculine Soul
- Wild at Heart aims to heal men's souls, helping them show up fully as husbands, fathers, and community members.
- True masculinity includes love, sacrifice, tenderness, and spiritual depth, not just toughness or control.
Masculinity's Spiritual Hunger
- Many men are drawn to a hard-edged masculinity that lacks the spiritual depth of union with Christ.
- Men crave father figures and meaningful discipleship to find purpose beyond cultural role models like Joe Rogan.
Provide Spiritual Fatherhood
- The church should avoid reactive responses to cultural chaos and focus on offering spiritual fathers to young men.
- Older men should mentor younger men through listening, sharing stories, and offering guidance.
