Jared chops it up with Ray Ortlund, president of Renewal Ministries, to talk about what real masculinity looks like in a world flooded with porn and fake strength. They dig into Ray’s books The Death of Porn and Good News at Rock Bottom, hitting on how Jesus-shaped manhood isn’t about ego—it’s about honesty, freedom, and brotherhood. If you’re tired of surface-level faith and want to step into something deeper, this episode brings heat. Ray challenges guys to rise up as men of courage, integrity, and gospel-driven strength.
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(0:00) Fighting Pornography's Impact on Men's Dignity and Humanity
(4:23) Discovering God-Given Purpose and Overcoming Personal Struggles
(10:24) Choosing Roles in Modern-Day Liberation Against Pornography
(13:40) Creating Transformative Male Friendships Through Vulnerability and Support
(20:13) Finding Redemption and Fellowship Through Embracing Our Messiness
(24:14) God's Dual Presence: Exalted and Among the Lowly
(25:33) Embracing God's Love Amidst Transactional Relationships
(29:44) Witnessing Human Suffering in a Notorious Red Light District
(30:25) True Masculinity and the Role of Christlike Sacrifice
(33:38) The Power and Community of the Lord's Prayer
(37:11) Embracing Community and Authentic Christianity Over Isolation
(39:52) Ray Ortlund's Prayer for Ten More Vigorous Years