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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, and lives in beautiful Southern Oregon. He is a writer, editor, and speaker who loves Christ, His people, the Church, and sound theology.
Dave serves as the Executive Director of Servants of Grace Ministries and the Executive Editor of Theology for Life Magazine. He is the Host and Producer of the Equipping You in Grace Podcast and a contributor to and producer of Contending for the Word.
He is the author of The War of Worldviews: Truth, Lies, and the Battle for the Christian Mind (Theology for Life, 2026), Contentment: The Journey of a Lifetime (Theology for Life, 2024), The Word Matters: Defending Biblical Authority Against the Spirit of the Age and The Word Explored: The Problem of Biblical Illiteracy and What To Do About It (House to House, 2021).
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When he is not engaged in ministry work, Dave enjoys spending time with his wife, going to movies, sharing a meal at a favorite restaurant, or playing a round of golf with friends. He is also a voracious reader, particularly of Reformed theology and the Puritans, and is often found working through a stack of new books from a wide range of Christian publishers.
Dave earned his M.A.R. and M.Div. from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.
