The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome Biblical Masculinity Isn’t Toxic or Tame with Joby Martin—Man Guru, Pastor
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Oct 14, 2025 
Joby Martin, a pastor and author of "Stand Firm and Act Like Men," dives into biblical masculinity, challenging the stereotypes of toxic and tame manhood. He discusses the importance of responsibility and sacrifice in becoming a true man. Joby shares insights on navigating fatherhood, spiritual warfare, and the essential roles men play in family and society. He encourages men to embrace their divine purpose, critique cultural apathy, and actively shape the next generation with faith and integrity.
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Use Raises To Bless Your Kids
- Make family a visible fruit of ministry by sharing raises and experiences with your children.
- Celebrate and invest in your kids to teach them the church values family care.
Two Categories: Boys Versus Men
- For centuries cultures had two male categories: boys and men, where men conferred manhood by invitation and responsibility.
- Modern extended adolescence creates a limbo where physical maturity isn't matched by sacrificial responsibility.
Canoe Trip Rescue Metaphor
- At 19 Joby and a friend rented a canoe without a plan and lost nearly everything to the river.
- An older boater recovered their gear and rescued them, a metaphor for seasoned men rescuing flipped lives.
