It's hard for men to be vulnerable. We're taught from a young age that we need to be strong, stoic and in control at all times. This can make it difficult for us to express our emotions, especially when it comes to anything that might be seen as "weak." However, being vulnerable is not a sign of weakness. In fact, it takes a great deal of strength and courage to open up and share our feelings with others. When we do so, we are showing our true selves and allowing others to see us for who we are. Vulnerability can also be a source of strength in relationships. When we allow ourselves to be vulnerable with our partner, we are creating a deeper level of intimacy and connection. This can lead to a more fulfilling and lasting relationship. So why is it so hard for men to be vulnerable? There are a number of reasons, but one of the most common is that we simply don't know how. We've never been taught how to express our emotions in a healthy way. As a result, we often bottle them up until they explode in an unhealthy or destructive manner.

It can be really tough to not get frustrated with our kids - especially when they're being frustrating! The best dads, however, know how torecognize when they're getting triggered and adjust their reaction accordingly. There's a big difference between being frustrated and being triggered. Frustration is a normal emotion that we all experience from time to time. But when we're triggered, it means that we're reacting to something in an emotional way that's out of proportion to the situation. For example, you might get frustrated with your child for leaving their toys out in the living room. But if you find yourself yelling at them, then you know you've been triggered. It's important to learn how to deal with our triggers in a healthy way. Recognizing when we're getting triggered is the first step. Once we know that, we can start to take steps to diffuse the situation before it gets out of hand.

Thoughts and feelings are valid. They give us insights into what's going on inside of us. However, they aren't always accurate. The enemy can use our thoughts and feelings against us to keep us from the truth of God's grace and mercy. When we're faced with a difficult situation, it's easy to let our thoughts and feelings get the best of us. We may start to believe that we're not good enough or that we can't handle what's happening. This is when we need to be careful. We need to take a step back and evaluate the situation objectively. We need to ask ourselves if our thoughts and feelings are representative of what's going on. God is always with us, even in the midst of our struggles. He is always pouring out His grace and mercy on us. We need to remember that and trust in Him, even when our thoughts and feelings are trying to convince us otherwise.

Christian men are called to be disciples of Christ and to lead other men to do the same. In order to be effective in this calling, it is essential for men to be committed to fellowship with other men. This fellowship provides accountability and validation as they grow in their faith.  The Bible is clear that Godly men are more effective as followers of Christ when they are committed to their fellowship of other men. In the book of Proverbs, it says that “as iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another” (27:17). This analogy is used because just as iron is made stronger by being sharpened on a regular basis, so too are men made stronger through accountability and encouragement from other men.  Fellowship with other men also provides an important level of validation. As Christian men, we are called to a higher standard than the world around us. This can often times be discouraging, especially when we feel like we are failing. However, when we have close friends who hold us accountable and encourage us in our faith, it helps us to stay focused on our goal of becoming more like Christ.  If you are a Christian man reading this, I want to encourage you to find a group of men with whom you can fellowship. It is essential for your growth as a follower of Christ. You will be held accountable and validated as you walk out your faith with other believers.

When we focus on our victimhood, we're really just trying to control the situation. And when we try to control, it means we don't trust God to take care of us. We don't believe that He is powerful enough or good enough to help us through whatever situation we're facing. Victimhood also keeps us from seeing our own role in whatever has happened. We become so focused on how we've been wronged that we can't see our own part in the situation. This not only keeps us from being able to learn and grow from our mistakes, but it also keeps us from offering forgiveness to others. Ultimately, victimhood hurts our faith because it keeps us from depending on God. And when we don't depend on God, we miss out on His strength, power, and love. So instead of wallowing in victimhood, let's focus on trusting God and depending on Him for help. He is more than capable of meeting our needs and helping us through whatever we're facing.

We all know what it's like to be stuck in a rut. No matter how much we want to change, we just can't seem to help ourselves. We keep doing the same things over and over, even though we know they're bad for us.   It's like we're caught in a vicious cycle, and we can't break free. Well, the apostle Paul knew a thing or two about being stuck in a rut. In fact, he wrote about it in his letter to the Romans.   In Romans 7, Paul says that there is a war going on inside of us. On one side is our flesh, and on the other side is our new nature in Christ. And as long as we're alive, these two sides will be at war with each other.   The flesh desires things that are contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit desires things that are contrary to the flesh. So, we end up doing things we don't want to do, and we don't do the things we want to do.   Sound familiar?   Paul goes on to say that the only way to break free from this cycle is through death. Only when our physical bodies die will the war finally be over.   So what does that mean for us?   It means that as long as we're alive, we will always struggle with sin. We will never be perfect. We will never be able to break free from our sin completely.   But that doesn't mean we should just give up and accept defeat. Even though we will always struggle with sin, we can still fight against it. We can still strive to live a life that is pleasing to God.   Watch the episode on our YouTube Channel: http://thedailyman.live

Hey everyone, thanks for tuning in! In today's episode, we're joined by Chris Raub. He's going to be sharing his story of Godly manhood with us, and how he's learned to persevere through trials for the purpose of becoming more like Christ.  We don't become more like Christ unless we learn how to rejoice in our sufferings, do shame and guilt well, and cooperate with God's grace by trusting in Him and persevering as He deposits His character in us. All of this leads to an increasing hope, a transfinite hope that can't compare to this world's offerings. So sit back and take in the power of God's love as Chris shares with us in this episode.   Watch our episode on YouTube: http://thedailyman.live

Welcome to The Daily Man Podcast! In this introduction episode, Carlos and Chris discuss the need for this podcast, their past endeavors and what's to come in the future.   Watch all our episodes on YouTube: http://thedailyman.live  

Christian men are not immune to the lure of pornography. In fact, many Christian men struggle with this issue on a daily basis.  Pornography is easily accessible and its use can be addictive. It can be damaging to relationships and lead to distorted views of sex. Most of all it impacts our right relationship with God and others. Ive never had a client tell me that he feels more connected with God and others after he acts out with porn.  In this video I talk about some of the real affects that porn has on the Christian man who wants to serve God with all his heart but finds himself serving another master. Our flesh is powerful, and without healthy accountability, honest assessment, and boundaries we are sitting ducks in the crosshairs of the enemy.  If you are a Christian man who is struggling with pornography, know that you are not alone. There is help available. Talk to a trusted friend or counselor about your struggle. Seek accountability from someone who will hold you accountable and help you stay on the right path. The struggle is real, but so is the hope for freedom from pornography.