The Cross in the Age of COVID-19
God’s wrath did not create COVID-19, but it will consume it, along with cancer, addiction, depression, and every other thing that ails us. And we know this because the victory was already won, on the cross.
Man in the Mirror Blog
Serving Pastors, Training Leaders, Transforming Men
What to Read: Our Staff Picks
Not sure what to read? We asked our team from around the country what they are reading right now. Here are a few of their answers—your Man in the Mirror Self-Quarantine Reading List!
Beyond Online Meetings: How to Create Community
When it comes to community, it takes a lot more than video conferencing to replace what we’ve lost. Here are some steps you can take to build a community online that will help people grow during this time—and beyond!
Men’s Ministry Meets Social Distancing
In the absence of four walls, a roof, and a steeple, how do you disciple men effectively, especially when they may be anxious, isolated, sick, or fearful? Here are five resources you can use RIGHT NOW in your ministry to men.
Power, Love and a Sound Mind in the COVID19 Moment
The key to overcoming fear is not to ignore it or rationalize it away, but rather to face it head on and act, in the spirit God has given you—of power, love, and a sound mind.
When You Feel Like Giving Up
Jesus did not give up on Peter. He did not give up on the disciples. He does not give up on a bruised reed. He does not give up on a smoldering wick. No matter how bad it gets, even if you give up on Jesus, He will never give up on you.
Are You Lonely?
Paulo Coelho said: “Human beings can withstand a week without water, two weeks without food, many years of homelessness, but not loneliness. It is the worst of all tortures…” And yet, God allows us to feel these horrors. Why?
The Power of Story in Your Ministry
You want your men to experience authentic, deep faith and relationships; giving them the opportunity to share their stories is one of the most powerful practices your ministry can implement. It connects your men in three ways…
Connecting New Men to Your Church
As leaders, we can work toward building the most dynamic, discipleship-based ministry to men, and forget that right outside our church doors, there are thousands of lost men who still need someone to tell them about Christ.
In the Fight Of Our (Eternal) Lives
All around us, men are engaged in a different kind of warfare—no less real than what these soldiers faced and no less damaging. What’s extraordinary is that we have been given the sacred opportunity to fight for them and with them.
I Am The Good Shepherd (Part 2)
Church shouldn’t be a safe haven for abusers to continue in their abuse but instead the safest place for the abused. As shepherds, once we see a wolf, we are to drive it away. We’re called to care for the sheep, even at risk to ourselves.
I Am The Good Shepherd
Jesus spoke about a lost sheep and how the shepherd left 99 sheep to go find that one. When the shepherd pays a high price to find the one, he offers the profoundest security and worth to the many. Because the one matters, you matter.
