The Victor Marx Podcast Warrior Shepherd: The One is Worth It
May 1, 2025
Jurgen Matthesius, the dynamic Pastor at Awaken Church in San Diego, engages in a riveting conversation with Victor Marx, who shares his journey from a painful past to a powerful purpose. They discuss the importance of men embracing their warrior spirit and stepping up in their communities. Victor reveals gripping stories from gang ministry and high-stakes rescues, emphasizing the moral duty to protect the innocent. Their dialogue encourages men to fight for what matters and live with integrity, rejecting toxic masculinity while embracing true courage.
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Finding Unique Faith Expression
- Victor described his journey from a Marine and reluctant church attendee to running a martial arts school that helped troubled men.
- A violent counseling encounter with a man who hit his toddler showed Victor's gritty approach and growth to find his unique faith expression.
Christian Men Must Defend
- Christian men must cultivate the ability to defend and protect, including physical readiness to stop evil.
- Violence for defense is necessary and should not be shunned if it stops harm to innocent people.
Restoring Warrior Spirit in Men
- Victor explained the church has suppressed the warrior spirit in men, misunderstanding righteous anger.
- Rather than being merely 'nice,' men should be kind protectors who do what is right consistently.
