Live Free with Josh Howerton Is Biblical Manhood Toxic Masculinity?! | Live Free with Josh Howerton
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Aug 11, 2025 The hosts tackle the intriguing question of whether biblical manhood equates to toxic masculinity. They examine themes from the Song of Solomon, discussing marriage and intimacy. The conversation expands into current issues of sexuality and gender within Christian contexts. A humorous critique of a controversial ad highlights cultural absurdities. Emphasis is placed on true leadership in marriage as service, alongside the importance of community in fostering healthy relationships. Overall, it’s a thought-provoking take on masculinity through a faith-centered lens.
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Early Church Limited Marital Pleasure
- Early church fathers and some Puritans limited marital sex to procreation and denied marital pleasure.
- Josh Howerton notes that denial left no healthy category for sexual joy within marriage.
Equal Value, Different Function
- Josh Howerton and Paul argue men and women are equal in value but different in function across Scripture.
- They call this creational complementarianism rather than a mere cultural preference.
Scripture Historically Esteems Women
- Paul Cunningham lists Miriam, Deborah, Esther, Priscilla and Phoebe as biblical examples that esteem women.
- He argues Scripture repeatedly elevates women in leadership and ministry contexts.
