BraveCo Podcast 194: Why Masculinity Is Under Attack AND You Don’t Make You—God Makes You
Nov 24, 2025
In a world often critical of masculinity, the discussion reveals how confusion can cloud men's identities and callings. The journey from promise to fulfillment emphasizes God's role in shaping character during life's challenges. Personal anecdotes from struggles with divorce and leadership highlight reliance on divine guidance over self-help. By examining biblical figures like David and Joseph, the conversation illustrates how valleys and pits are essential for growth and purpose, encouraging faith in the midst of uncertainty.
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Pick A Distant Compass Bearing
- Choose a distant compass bearing and keep your eyes on the target rather than on what you’re fleeing.
- Steady bearings guide long journeys more reliably than obsessing over immediate problems.
From Nerdy Kid To King’s Calling
- Jason Valentine shares his awkward high‑school identity as a small, nerdy kid who nevertheless felt called to restore broken men.
- He compares himself to David: unlikely on the outside but carrying a heaven‑sized promise inside.
You Don’t Make You—God Makes You
- You don't make yourself into what you're called to be; God forms you through processes you can't fully control.
- Scripture invites dependence: acknowledge God and He will make your path straight.
