The Theology Pugcast Zach Garris and Honor Thy Fathers
Jul 7, 2025
Join Zach Garris, a pastor and author known for his insights into masculinity and Christianity, as he discusses the profound topics of gender roles in Reformed theology. He shares compelling contrasts between traditional male headship and modern perspectives, highlighting the importance of scriptural foundations in family dynamics. The conversation touches on the challenges of contemporary views on singleness, the evolving roles of parents, and how societal pressures reshape faith. Garris provides a hopeful call to reclaim traditional values within Christian communities.
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Reformers' Holistic Male Headship
- The magisterial reformers viewed male headship as foundational not only in church and home but also in broader society and civil government.
- They saw the home as a seminary for the church and commonwealth, establishing a creational order extending beyond private life.
Reformers Trusted Cultural Norms
- The Reformers integrated scriptural and natural law arguments for male leadership roles, which were unchallenged cultural norms.
- Modern challenges to gender roles necessitate more robust theological and philosophical defense than Reformation-era arguments required.
Headship Is Theologically Central
- Male headship is rooted in clear biblical commands, which are essential for Christian faith and obedience.
- Rejecting male headship often leads to broader theological compromises, including acceptance of homosexuality.
