4. Men in Marriage
03/13/25 • 85 min
In this episode of the Reforming Men Podcast, hosts Ben Ratliff, Matt Adams, and Nate Xanders take a deep dive into biblical masculinity in marriage. Far from being a social contract or a modern convenience, marriage is a divine calling that requires courage, sacrifice, and godly leadership. The guys break down Westminster Confession of Faith Chapter 24.2, emphasizing God’s purposes for marriage, the necessity of male leadership, and the dangers of cultural compromise.
In this episode of the Reforming Men Podcast, hosts Ben Ratliff, Matt Adams, and Nate Xanders take a deep dive into biblical masculinity in marriage. Far from being a social contract or a modern convenience, marriage is a divine calling that requires courage, sacrifice, and godly leadership. The guys break down Westminster Confession of Faith Chapter 24.2, emphasizing God’s purposes for marriage, the necessity of male leadership, and the dangers of cultural compromise.
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3. Habits of a Godly Man
Godly men don’t grow by accident. In this episode, Ben Ratliff and Matt Adams, joined by guest Stephen Spinnenweber, break down 18 Habits of a Godly Man. Rooted in 1 Timothy 4:7-8, these habits shape men to honor Christ in every area of life.
1.Worship – Commit to corporate worship, morning and evening.
2.Rest – Honor the Lord’s Day by setting aside work.
3.Work Hard – Labor diligently six days for God’s glory.
4.Read the Bible – Daily intake of Scripture is essential.
5.Pray – Fight prayerlessness and seek God regularly.
6.Meditate on the Word – Dwell deeply on biblical truth.
7.Confess Sin – Own your failures and repent.
8.Pursue Purity – Kill lust and guard your heart.
9.Sleep Well – Sleep honors God and strengthens the body.
10.Exercise – Physical discipline benefits spiritual life.
11.Eat Well – Glorify God in your diet.
12.Read Books – Grow in wisdom and knowledge.
13.Give Generously – Support the church and care for others.
14.Sing – Lead in worship with your voice.
15.Build Relationships – Invest in friendships and mentorship.
16.Provide – Take responsibility for those under your care.
17.Protect – Defend life and those entrusted to you.
18.Teach – Pass the faith to others.
Godly habits require effort, discipline, and accountability. Keep growing, keep leading, and keep passing it on.
Larger for Life podcast
Bible Reading Plans (Ligonier)
If God Already knows, Why Pray by Doug Kelly
Puritan Theology (chapter on meditation)
"A Biblical Relationship for Training Up Godliness" by Matt Adams
Provide & Protect YouTube channel
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5. Marriage & a Godly Household w/ C.R. Wiley
Nate Xanders sits down with pastor, author, and cultural commentator C.R. Wiley to discuss biblical patriarchy, marriage, masculinity, and the household as a central unit of dominion and discipleship. From mutual help in marriage to the future of AI and its implications for the family, this rich and practical conversation explores the vital importance of building households that last in a world that’s falling apart.
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