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Biblical Manhood: Servant Leadership, Responsibility, and Repentance
Equipping You in Grace · Marriage & Family — God’s Design for the Home (February 2026)
Show Summary
God’s design for men is neither harsh nor passive—it’s redemptive, cross-shaped leadership. From Genesis 2:15’s call to work and keep to Ephesians 5:25’s self-giving love, Dave unpacks how men cultivate and guard, repent specifically, and pursue accountable discipleship for the good of their homes, churches, and communities. Whether married or single, biblical manhood is faithful presence: conviction anchored in truth and compassion shaping every action (1 Cor. 16:13–14).Listen / Watch
Scripture References
- Genesis 2:15; Psalm 51
- 1 Corinthians 10:31; 16:13–14
- Ephesians 5:25–27
- Titus 2:1–8
- Proverbs 27:17
Key Takeaways
- Cultivate & Guard: Stewardship and protection are foundational to manhood.
- Cross-Shaped Leadership: Authority patterned after Christ’s self-giving love.
- Specific Repentance: Name sin, seek reconciliation, grow in holiness.
- Accountability: Titus 2 discipleship; iron sharpening iron (Prov 27:17).
- Faithful Presence: The world needs steadier men, not louder men.
Next Steps
Dave Jenkins is happily married to his wife, Sarah. He is a writer, editor, and speaker living in beautiful Southern Oregon. Dave is a lover of Christ, His people, the Church, and sound theology. He serves as the Executive Director of Servants of Grace Ministries, the Executive Editor of Theology for Life Magazine, the Host and Producer of Equipping You in Grace Podcast, and is a contributor to and producer of Contending for the Word. He is the author of The Word Explored: The Problem of Biblical Illiteracy and What To Do About It (House to House, 2021), The Word Matters: Defending Biblical Authority Against the Spirit of the Age (G3 Press, 2022), and Contentment: The Journey of a Lifetime (Theology for Life, 2024). You can find him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, or read his newsletter. Dave loves to spend time with his wife, going to movies, eating at a nice restaurant, or going out for a round of golf with a good friend. He is also a voracious reader, in particular of Reformed theology, and the Puritans. You will often find him when he’s not busy with ministry reading a pile of the latest books from a wide variety of Christian publishers. Dave received his M.A.R. and M.Div through Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.
