The Fall of Masculinity? Church & Family | Joe Rigney

By Reformark • 1h 5m •

In this powerful interview, Dr. Joe Rigney — pastor, professor, and author of Live Like a Narnian and The Things of Earth — joins us to talk about masculinity, the church, and cultural courage in a confused age. We discuss the crisis of manhood, the feminization of institutions, and why our culture treats masculinity as something to be “fixed” rather than cultivated. Dr. Rigney shares practical wisdom on raising boys, developing masculine virtue through sports and education, and recovering strength and joy in Christian manhood. He also opens up about his influences from John Piper and Doug Wilson, the challenges of leadership in a divided evangelical world, and how we can rebuild bridges within the church while standing firm on conviction. This conversation isn’t about outrage — it’s about clarity, conviction, and courage in a world that’s lost its grip on what it means to be a man of God. Subscribe to Reformark Media for more deep conversations on faith, culture, and the future of the church. Fuel the fight at Reformark Media https://www.legacymedia.ai/offers/izH... Chapters: 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 01:00 – Who Is Joe Rigney? Pastor, Professor, Father 02:00 – Is Masculinity in Crisis? 04:00 – Why Our Culture Pathologizes Manhood 06:00 – How Schools Suppress Masculine Energy 08:00 – Building Boys Into Men Through Sports 10:00 – Football, Virtue, and Christian Brotherhood 12:00 – Being Good at Being a Man vs. Being a Good Man 15:00 – Male Spaces and Camaraderie in Church Life 17:00 – Why Provocative Titles Like The Sin of Empathy Matter 21:00 – Piper, Wilson, and Two Models of Masculine Leadership 26:00 – The “Moscow Mood” and Theological Boldness 31:00 – Division, Fear, and the Evangelical Echo Chamber 36:00 – Masculine vs. Feminine Conflict in the Church 40:00 – Feminization and the Rise of Cancel Culture 44:00 – Complementarianism vs. Patriarchy 48:00 – Fighting Feminism Practically in the Local Church 52:00 – Preaching Without Apology 54:00 – The Role of a

Key Takeaways

* **Masculinity is not a problem to be fixed, but a virtue to be cultivated.** Dr. Rigney challenges the prevailing cultural narrative that pathologizes male energy, arguing instead for its intentional development within Christian frameworks. * **Intentional cultivation of masculine virtue is crucial for boys.** The interview emphasizes the importance of sports, education, and male-centric spaces in fostering strength, courage, and camaraderie in young men. * **The church plays a vital role in discipling men.** Dr. Rigney advocates for creating environments within the church that encourage robust male leadership, theological boldness, and genuine brotherhood, pushing back against feminization. * **Navigating theological differences requires both conviction and bridge-building.** The conversation addresses the complexities of leadership in a divided evangelical world, highlighting the need to stand firm on biblical truth while seeking unity. * **Preaching without apology is essential for a healthy church.** Dr. Rigney stresses the importance of bold, uncompromising preaching of the Word of God as a cornerstone for cultivating strong, virtuous Christian men and a thriving church.

The Cultural War on Manhood: Pathology vs. Cultivation

In an age grappling with identity and purpose, the concept of masculinity often finds itself at the center of heated debate. Dr. Joe Rigney, a respected pastor, professor, and author, provides a compelling counter-narrative to the idea that masculinity is inherently problematic. Instead of viewing it as something to be

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