True satisfaction in life is directly proportionate to one’s obedience to God. In this context, moral boundaries take on a whole new perspective: They become benefits, not burdens.

First, the knight embodied a well-defined set of ideals.

While each of the ceremonies detailed above is different, they do share common characteristics. You’ll want to incorporate some into your own manhood ceremonies. First, remember to employ the element of surprise. Like most of us, a young man loves surprises; they heighten the effect. Second, make the ceremony intensely spiritual. Relate the truths

Humility “Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind regard one another as more important than yourselves” (Philippians 2:3).

The first—and arguably the most important—lesson a young man must learn is that life is inherently moral. There is a divine will to obey. Every son needs to know that there is an all-powerful (Genesis 18:14), all-seeing (Psalm 139:1-4), holy (1 Peter 1:14-16) God who rewards good and punishes evil. He must be taught that absolute values exist; that

If authentic manhood revolves around three primary responsibilities, then the wise father will train his son to embrace these with enthusiasm: a will to obey (God’s will as revealed in the Scriptures), a work to do (not just in the work of his job, but also the work in his home, church, and community), and a woman to love (his wife). If he is going

Leadership demands that men have the courage to master their passions and bridle themselves with the principle of truth.

Kindness “What is desirable in a man is his kindness” (Proverbs 19:22).

SOURCE #3: CHURCH Entrusted with the sacred revelation of Scripture, pastors and theologians throughout the centuries have salted communities and families with images and concepts of authentic manhood. But sadly, under the assault of modern culture and feminist ideology in particular, these bold images of manhood—of masculine responsibilities and