This was a hard and uncomfortable video to watch knowing I'm a father of children outside of marriage and don't have relationships with all of them. I'm a pastors son who has walked away from the church over and over. Recently rededicated and 36yrs old. I feel like every day is a battle in itself and I want to serve God and my community in the church but feel overwhelmed by the weight of being a man every day having to be responsible for so much. This video opened my eyes and I appreciate you for this random video suggestion now subscribed
@@preachersson4108as an abandoned child myself, it is never too late. Ask god for strength, may you live in the word and be strong for your children. In Jesus name we pray, may he break the chains of yesterday, heal his wounds and settle his fears so may be guided by your Holy Spirit and live righteously for his children. Amen.
@@preachersson4108 I respect your honesty and just want to encourage you to go after those kiddos. It's never too late. (I shared some of my story in a comment below). Praying for God to do what only he can do, in your life and your childrens' lives.
I'm 23, still in college taking 5 classes, working 2 jobs, no father, no siblings, mother is hours away. Been practicing abstinence for a couple years now and I'm just waiting on the right girl to come along that I can make my wife. When it's just you, it can be so easy to slip up and play the victim card that the world is just so tough. I found Jesus and he is guiding me. He's changed my life dramatically even in the past year. You don't need a dad to become a man (I sure as hell didn't), but Lord do we need more father figures. We need role models. We need more preachers talking about these issues and people going out of their way to make change. Believe me, if you're a man and you're struggling right now, I know you can make it because I am making it right now, but not without the help of the Lord.
If you’re a man, the voice inside your head telling you what to do or not do… it’s always your father’s voice. I’m sorry you didn’t get to experience having a father, but just keep in mind that if you have boys of your own… your voice will replay in their heads for decades. So just be careful how you live and what you say.
Honestly it sounds like you’re getting trials earlier in your 20s which will prepare you that much more for 30s and so on. I’m almost 30 and having to pick up a lot of the pieces from wasting so much time in my 20s out of apathy and ignorance. Stay true to the path brother and God bless!!
@@logicaldude3611 Sometimes it's better to not have a Father in your life than one who constantly physically/verbally abused you from childhood. I still deal with issues from constant psychological/verbal abuse as a child/teen.
According to Mark I’m beyond a total statistical freak lol. Christian man here, married for 13 years, father of 6 kids, have a full time job, and involved in 3 different ministries at my church. But here’s the deal, I wasn’t always. I was 34 years old when I got saved and when God put my life together. Before then I was living at home, divorced, sleeping around, getting drunk on a regular basis, bouncing from job to job, etc. So I’ve lived life on both ends of the spectrum and, I can tell you, God has the ability to turn a boy in to a man real fast! Thank You Jesus!
It’s great that you’re an outliner among the men in this country, but at the same time, our nation right now. We have 18% of Americans who identify as Christian.
Pastor Mark has brought me back to the flock. Been living unclean... But through nights of praying and asking for forgiveness I'm starting to hear God again. I'm a work in progress but I'm living in faith.
@filmsta562 the Devil will talk to you remind you, your gonna make the same mistakes. One of the biggest things since I started reading the Bible everyday is its easier. I feel horrible guilt when I mess up but I ask for forgiveness and make a genuine effort to stay away from sin. I enjoy Pastor Mark's Sermons. The most negative thing I have found about him is that he is actually speaking the truth of God and you will find some hatred from Evangelicals and some from a Church he was the leader of some years ago. I have found typically that Men like this Pastor that preach the truth especially these days are hated .
Find a good bible believing church and attend and start studying the bible. Join some good study groups and grow your pocketknife into a sword. (Your bible, the sword of the Spirit). Start to get stronger in Him, Christ Jesus and have a beautiful relationship with God Almighty.
I had a child out of wedlock. The guy ran off. ( not one dime in child support) I prayed for my husband , someone who would love my boy too and God gave him to me. We have three boys. We've never called anyone step dad or half brothers. We are a complete family. My oldest went to work with my husband in the business we built. He's out on his own now with a nice girl who he will hopefully marry someday. If you've lost your way, pray, and God will give you exactly what you need. We had our rough times in the marriage but we have always come back stronger than ever.
Love your story praise God. You’re blessed. My husband had multiple affairs and I couldn’t go on. I’ve been praying for a husband for 9 years, I’ve lived like I already have him in my life but God hasn’t given me one. My son is now 15, daughter 9 and it breaks my heart they never had a Godly father to bring him up. I don’t understand why, and the disappointment hurts me daily.
I’m 27, married, three kids (4,3, & 6month, 1 job working on getting a second, building a business on the side, yet I still find time to be with my family, read my Bible and do self development. No excuses, it’s time management.
It’s one thing to say ‘over mothered’ ‘under fathered’ -how many men actually ever do fathering in or out of wedlock… it’s usually the mother doing the hard work.. that’s why so many mothers choose to do it alone because the child’s biological father hasn’t grown up himself and it’s easier for him to just go do his own thing when he wants - this has been a historical fact.. drinking the little money he makes away, or gambling and women.. domestic violence,,while the mother scrimps and scrapes .. be real
Underfathered means watching your mother manipulate your father. A good father provides for his wife and shows his son how to love his wife. Men are designed to labor. Women are designed to care.
I wish I would have heard this 20 plus years ago. Now I am 43, still at home and just now working towards my own home. I grew up with no real father figure to push me to be a better man. Now I teach my son these same principles as to not repeat my past mistakes. May God keep and bless everyone who reads this.
Another fantastic video for young men like myself. I’m 22 and gave my life to Christ 3 months ago. He changed my heart and mind overnight. But at this age every decision I make is so pivotal and I feel a lot of pressure to be successful so I can provide for a wife and family one day. It’s especially hard having no friends and family in the faith, so I pray you continue making video like this for young men of god. Stay blessed 🙏🏼
This message is pretty garbage. You should have been married at 14. As the bible commands arranged marriage at the age you start to desire sex. Go find your soul mate, God placed them near you. You likely knew them in school, think back and try figure out who it is. Pray for guidance on this issue. My advice is far better, trust me.
I'm happy you're looking at this content. Keep in the word. It's hard not having that many friends especially in the faith. But reach out and search for a church where you see real men of God. I have more friends who are older but keep me on the path of Christ. Plus, waking up to see my children keep me on God's path.
@@JamesWillis-yy5pxyou’re a jokester🤣🤣🤣. That’s not biblical advice at all. I pray you stop leading with your thoughts, and start leading with true scripture!!!
Congratulations! Welcome to the family! No matter what- always stay reading your Bible, praying, and walking in repentance!! Best to clean your room (sin) as you go than to let it go. It’s a hard road to come back from
Hallelujah! All the angels are rejoicing because you have chosen to put your total trust in Jesus as your Savior and your God!! Please do continue to keep your heart and mind focused on Jesus Christ who is the Author and the Finisher of your faith, who reveals the heavenly Father to you by the Holy Spirit, for one day you will see Him face to face!!!
It’s so encouraging to realize that there is a growing community of believers exposing the devil’s tactics in trying to diminish the number of Christian families being created. Videos like this give me hope that our generation is not lost to the devil’s schemes against godly families being formed. Thank you, Ruslan! the work you’re doing for the culture is vital.
I say that a lot: A woman cannot raise a man. My father was raised by his single mother and aunts, he divorced my mom who tried to raise my two older brothers. Now, I watch my brothers struggle, hurt, so angry. None of us married. No children. The line ends with us. Sad. But God🙌 He makes a way in the desert and many are trudging through dry places l
I had no help from my boys father. I had to be very firm to get them to work and take care of themselves. Both chose to move out because of my strictness. They knew that I couldn't help, them financially. I am so glad that I was firm.
@williamdeanlll, I understand what you are saying, however the Scripture reminds us to live our lives until He returns. People have believed that the end was imminent for thousands of years. I believe we are in the end times , but what if ?
To focus on the Kingdom above IS to focus on rebuilding society. Heaven is not a place we go, it is a realm that is slowly being overlaid on top of our own. I realize this may be too harsh concerning your comment, but remember, those whose concern is what is on the other side of eternity do not worship Jesus, they worship death. Those who worship Jesus are primarily concerned with their homes being outposts of Christ's Kingdom, and they wage war by restoring the Earth and its inhabitants.
It’s sad. I’m one of the only male teachers in a elementary school and work a bunch of women. Many of them childless and have no idea how boys even operate. They scold the boys for be rough and tumble. I have gotten arguments about disciplining boys and how we need to let them get some of this aggression out. We need some real men to stand up and take control of these schools. I’m trying my best but I need some more help.
Let me interject right there- while I agree that boys (&girls) need to be taught how to express and release negative feelings, it needs to be done appropriately with professional advice on how to do it. Aggressive little boys at school left with unchecked aggression will hit & fight & possibly become a bully if they keep being allowed to take out their aggression on other kids. Also, it’s even worse when the boys are hitting & putting their hands on the little girls. Boys need to be taught that “boys do not hit girls”. That’s where teaching the respect of women comes in, not submission to women, but to respect them. So NO, little boys taking out their aggression on other students just turns them into a mean bully. It teaches that to manage your aggression, you hurt & violate someone else. So in essence produces a physically violent adult. Not cool.
I came across Pastor Mark a few months ago and have been listening to him daily. Love his messages. He doesn’t sugar coat anything but everything he preaches is straight from the Bible
I’m a Mens Group leader and have been studying this for over 10 years. This is spot on…!!! I thank God this is getting so much traction. I pray it reaches the ears of those that need it. Moms, Dads and sons. Smother mothers are a BIG problem…!!! It’s getting worse by the day. Failure to launch…..it’s so sad.
@@verothomas1524 When you know the truth it all becomes so clear…and painful as well. Praying for them now. Give me their first names and I’ll put them on our brothers prayer list. I’ve seen miracles happen. 💪🏼✝️
This is true. I'm a father raising my son, my youngest son and I'm making sure he's making things happen on his path and purpose. First in seeking God as well. Pray for us, we need all the prayers we can get.
I grew up with out a father. My step father came into my life at about 8 years old. He loved me and treated me as his own. I'm thankful for him, because my biological father would of been absent most of my life.
30 year old woman. Went to college, got saved, got a degree in Biblical studies and theology. Married at 23, Worked full time (60-70 hour Weeks) alongside my husband, and carried the brunt of the finances until he was able to settle into a good CAREER. Now I’m a Stay at home mother and wife, here to raise godly children and support my husband. My passion has BECOME doing everything as unto the Lord. Part of the ministry at our church, and living by Micah 6:8 My husband is a godly man and working a career that he both loves and that supports our family.
It’s deeper than this too, I work 40 to 60 hours a week, my wife works 30 to 40 and we have two kids, we can’t afford rent. Two cars, childcare, food, bills, and clothing, we will never buy a home on what we make. We’re well above minimum wage. Where is the motivation for men to work when the government pays and houses better than working class families that hustle
You said what I was thinking…I also work 60 plus hours a week and feel worn out, and the money doesn’t go far these days. Keep working and pray a lot…that’s what I have been doing. God bless you brother.
Exactly, why didn’t the pastor talk about this… you have to run on the treadmill 7 percent faster every single year to stay in the same place. Inflation is theft and its insidious. The problem is that when you get to the root cause of inflation and the Group implementing it… all of a sudden your an Austrian artist.
Do everything you can to reduce expenses. I am the sole breadwinner of a family of 7 in the Seattle area with a blue collar job. No car payment. Buy used and when it breaks down youtube shows you how to fix it. Shop with coupons and outlet stores. Almost all of our kids clothes and shoes are from the thrift stores. We heat with a wood stove. I split the wood myself, with the boys. Housing though. I was lucky enough to buy when things were lower and had good credit. First house was literally falling apart. I gutted it and remodeled it. Literally holes in the floor b4. You can do it. If you buy a crappy house the mortgage is less than rent anywhere. It's uncomfortable, but it becomes your norm and don't worry about keeping up with the Jones's
As a man who isnt married and no kids. All the women ive seen either have kids or want me to have everything perfect. So i just wait on the Lord and work on me.😢
I’m 45 and from ages 4 until I graduated high school. I would listen to my Mom and her girlfriends talk about how bad men are. To many single mothers who date bad men then blame all men is a problem. Man bashing is cool and trendy in society.
@Jesus_Christ_is_God The Bible gives no authority to any man-made objects for veneration. Including rosary 📿. It's a man-made tradition. Christ even scolded the Pharisees and Scribes for their holding to man-made traditions over God's standards at Matt 15:16. _"So you have made the word of God invalid because of your tradition."_
@eriknorman7409 We need to do more than just "accept" Jesus as Lord and Savior. That's the first of many steps. The Bible says _"faith without works is dead."_ Belief, with no works according to God's standards in the Bible, are as good as a person with no faith at all. (James 2:17,26). Christ even warned us at Matt 7:21, _"Not everyone saying to me, 'Lord, Lord!' will enter the Kingdom of the heavens."_ And Jesus punctuated if we are not following his commands as stated in the Bible, he will tell us (:23) _"I will declare to them: ‘I never knew you! Get away from me, you workers of lawlessness!’"_ And he can see everything we are doing, saying and thinking. We will have no rock to hide under if we've been leading a life not according to God,'s Biblical standards. (Matt 13:42) And Christians are no longer under the Mosaic Law Covenant (10 Commandments) of the Hebrew Scriptures. That covenant ended the moment Christ died 1,990 years ago. And Christians entered a new Covenant through Christ; exemplified by the partition between the Holy and Most Holy in the tabernacle being torn in 2. A symbolic gesture by God that meant no longer did the priests have to pray and offer burnt animal sacrifices on our behalf for our sins, as what was customary under the Mosaic Law. It's why we can pray, anywhere, to God through his son, Jesus. From home, on the move, at work, etc. There are many of the 10 commandments that are still applicable, but Christians should now follow Christ's commands/ covenant in the Greek Scriptures.
@@Im_a_Hom0ph0be All that you've said are commandments and traditions of men "Hypocrites! Well did Isaiah prophesy about you, saying: ‘These people draw near to Me with their mouth, And honor Me with their lips, But their heart is far from Me. And in vain they worship Me, Teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.’ " Matthew 15:7-9
@birdbizzle3678 I've been dealing with the opposite end of this spectrum - the last two guys I dated were raised to hate women, and it was very detrimental to the relationships and to myself. Almost doomed them from the start. But I learned a valuable lesson from it - next time a guy tells me their dad hated women, and that they hate their mom, I'm going to run instead of thinking ill be the one woman who changes their mind. I keep praying for them though 🙏
When I was single, I worked all the time and did multiple ministries at the church. 💪🏼 Instead of a 2nd job, I just worked more at the one I was at. I suggest doing that. They will love you forever! I suggest more than anything getting involved in ministries. More than one! ❤ Start your own! 🙏🏼
I’m now raising a young man who was on a destructive path. His father gave up on him but his stepdad has been more of a father to him. Now he’s on the right path, seeking a true relationship with Jesus Christ, excelling in school, and working part time. He’s on fire for God and it truly shows. I pray for him daily.
Thank you for everything you bring to light on this channel. I’m so thankful there are some people who aren’t afraid to say I LOVE JESUS. This is ALL true and THANK U FOR SHOWING THE TRUTH! ❤😊
I basically have three jobs, yes I do live with my parents but I give my mother and father money for whatever bills they wanna pay with the money I give them. And if not working then I’m at the gym. But most definitely on my free time I’m worshiping, learning, and spreading The gospel. Still have more work to do, but I’ll continue on working to glorify GOD!!
Family is the foundation of everything! Under God. God always comes first. I'm shocked at these numbers. And saddened. Children are such a blessing. Family is a blessing from The Lord.
totally backwards. Everything this guy listed as a shortcoming of men is actually the cause of what's hurting them, not the magical solution that will help them. If men actually could get decent jobs or wives, they would. Being told to do what we are already trying to do is not encouraging, nor is it helpful. It just feels like browbeating.
This was refreshing to hear. I know that I’m working towards being the man that I wanna be and it often feels like I’ll never get there. But hearing conversations about how necessary it is and how God calls us to be responsible men is definitely a motivator. Great talk 🙏🏾
Greetings, I was present at an apparition of the Virgin Mary. This happened at Queen of Heaven cemetery outside of Chicago. I did not see Her but I did smell the roses. The Virgin's message is this, " Pray like you have never prayed before. Come back to the Shepherd. Seek the Shepherd ". God bless you.......
Ruslan. People are doing wonderful things explaining the very topics you discuss. You happen to be resonating with a LARGE audience who's hearts are crying for the therapeutic way you discuss it. Heavy lies the crown, but you don't worry about that. Keep it going man. Some of us need to hear it JUST the way you are saying it.
Even in my 40s and ahead of the pandemic, the Holy Spirit convicted me to walk in the headship authority God designed men for! He also convicted me to study the Word more and be bold in my faith! Always remember, He'll draw nearer to us if we'll draw nearer to Him. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
The perfect career thing I agree with now that I'm older. I was taught to go to school and get a good job that pays well with benefits, but I did that and I was miserable. I clean houses now, and it's a perfect fit for me. It's hard work, but I don't have to work in an office with a bunch of toxic backstabbers. I like good honest work with no office politics and I can work alone. I use that cleaning time to listen to audiobooks and my affirmations. It's not full-time, but I have a side gig that I've been building. I'm not a man though, so... But if a woman like me can find that in her life, then any man can.
The Real Men ministry at Trinity Church is truly special and Pastor Mark is leading fiercely. All glory to God, he’s moving through this ministry to build men up and bless others. I highly recommend tuning in online or if you can make the trip to AZ, come on by Tuesday nights for great fellowship and Bible teaching.
For many years my marriage was held together by the grace of God and a thread until my husband stood up as a man, owned his faults and then owned his place as leader of our household, which sounds antiquated, but it is the truth. My husband didn’t have a strong father figure to look to, but he rejected the fear and insecurities of his past and embraced the strength of God and forged himself into the man he wanted to be, into the father he wanted to have, and into the husband I needed. Jordan Peterson’s words to the effect of… if you think a strong man is dangerous, wait until you see the destruction a weak man can cause. That concept should strike fear into all our hearts and remind us that raising strong boys who grow into strong men is the only way forward for us. Excellent segment. Thank you.
I’m 44 years young. In my 20’s I had 2 jobs, college was not for me although I was offered scholarships! I was focused on having a GREAT future. My day job paid me almost 6 figures and I was a night manager for Pizza Hut, my first job since the age of 16. I had no children nor married but I had a plan!!
yup this is me, cant get ahead, broken everyday, cant save a dime, can barely eat some days, im just sick of it all, life aint supposed to be this hard for real.
100% on the prayer journal - I have been doing one for many years - one each year and it is amazing to see God work - O highlight the various answered ones and put thanksgiving and bible verses in too as well as staple in advice given by others. Praise The King of Kings im his glory not tomorrow but TODAY !
I am one of these men. I am 16, I can’t find any peace in my life. My relationship with Christ is like a seasaw, I have no integrity, I procrastinate I’m just getting a job(almost 17), I am very lazy, addicted to anime and youtube(not to pron, God set me free from that). Currently, it is 11:46pm, multiple projects to do, unable to do one, just started working on the other, I will not get sleep tonight. Also skinny, can’t even get myself to work out even though I have a great home gym and I wanted to build a physique for five years… I hate my life, but I have everything I need to make a good one. I don’t know why I’m inconsistent. Or why I can’t just do. I am in tears as I type this. O’ what a man I have become.
I’m going to retype a message I left you and was removed . One of the biggest lies depression tells you is to romanticize your sadness . You have to one day decide you are going to have the courage to abandon those sad thoughts that linger in your head and say to yourself “I’m not going to stay stuck in the past anymore and move forward, I’m not ok with settling with how I feel right now “. There are books about how to change your brains habits . I think it’s something like 45 days of new habits will reprogram your brain . Bad habits, even sadness, is like an addiction .You know it’s wrong but can’t help but continue the same way . The way you treat addiction Is you stop long enough until the behavior has less of a hold on you .
I heard someone say that we’re pathologizing hurting men like we pathologized women’s hysteria back in the day and that’s been living in my head rent free since.
Started listening to Pastor Mark again too. I know he’s a controversial figure, but recently I haven’t heard anything but truth from him. Someone correct me if I’m wrong.
I started having hope of having a husband when I was 8 years old , I have never had a healthy lasting consensual relationship, i love Jesus first , I sometimes pray to God for the man who was supposed to be my husband that he is okay and that he knows he is Loved , I love the man I was supposed to be married to and I hope he knows that, I’m over a decade single and it’s going to be okay because Jesus loves me
@@ClyzlyMiwah I was so deceived and suffering for going back. I was born again and fine. I needed to go slow and stay in my own lane. God told me let world go I been so cut down and attacked. I would love to just go back. Tv and all. I don't want to be this way.
there are a million people like this in both sexes. I wonder why no one has invented a way for them to meet each other. My biggest challenge isn't conversations or making friends. I don't have a clue how to meet people. So when I am lucky enough to find someone I like, I'm always devastated when it doesn't work out -- because it can't always work out. Not everyone will like you, too.
I’m thankful for the life God gave me. I’m also thankful that I get to worship God all my life because that is what I’m called to do while making more disciples. That’s all of our missions.
Enjoy being single while you have it. Remember, the grass is truly always greener on the other side. What you have now being single, you will never have again when you are married.
As a retired engineer. I can unilaterally state that the greatest thing I did was have three beautiful children. Now getting blessed with grandchildren. Did it hamper my ability to have toys yes. Did it hamper my ability to garner wealth? No am a millionaire. Different priorities I raised wealth for those other other than myself. Ask God to help with you finding a wife. Volunteer at the church and work your tail off. Other women will notice and bring wonderful women your way. Pray daily.
This summer I couldn't get enough of his Real Men series, he takes on topics that I find most of the pastors in my denomination avoid. Whenever I tell someone I like Pastor Mark's preaching, I may as well had said Voldemort. The reality is, God works through imperfect people. You only got to read the Bible to know that.
He definitely is right! I currently work 2 jobs to provide for my family of 4 at the age of 28. I would've benefitted more if I had started working 2 jobs when I was younger.
I Unapologetically listen to Pastor Mark. I have a men’s Bible study at my house once a week going through his Act Like A Man series. I appreciate his unwillingness to skirt tough issues or sugar coat the truth.
I use to think like that last guy was talking about. Waiting to find my passion. It never worked out that way and it took me forever to realize that I wasn’t just going to fall into it. And i suffered the consequences of that mind set. Financially and mentally speaking. It lead to a pretty depressing life and I never had any direction. Thank God he freed me from that type of thinking.
Thank you brother glory to the ALMIGHTY Father, i was almost sucked into his hate. Pray for the body of MASSIAH and our enemies as hard as it may be. Lovelovelove!
Woooo! This one here is 🔥🔥🔥!!! As a school counselor, I’ve seen these realities in schools FOR REAL! Then the Lord gave my husband and I ALL boys, so I quit and we’re homeschooling. Launched a whole channel because of this.
I’m 23 almost 24 who recently started strengthening my relationship with God practicing abstinence and freeing myself from porn addiction thanks to having a role model while working a full time job and been working on getting my stories published to build a foundation where I can take care of my future family. I been looking for a woman that I can marry and spend my life with and prosper to one day multiple. I also added working out and hoping to join a community to strengthen my faith so they can push me further.
Just a reminder. Christ wins in the end. John 6:39. It is written; "And this is the will of Him who sent Me, that of everything that He has given Me I will lose nothing, but will raise it up on the last day." Blessed be the Lord our God.
A large portion of the next generation does not want to work. They have had it too easy, and parents have failed by spoiling them. Building good character is more important than temporary happiness parents. They will be happier in the long run and respect you for it later. Raise them up in the lord and they won’t depart from it.
I just buried my father. I moved from Hawaii to Arizona to care for him in March 2022 after a medical crisis- he could no longer care for himself. He was three times divorced, 81 and alone. He passed on October 14, 2022. I’m thankful for the time we had together. It helped prepare him for Heaven and me to heal. He abandoned our family of three kids and my mom in 1977. The Father showed me that I took over the spiritual care of my family when I was 13. How many others out there have gone through this or similar? The battle for the family in America begins decades ago.
My kids, both very productive, independent and in committed relationships... age 20 and 22. Neither want to bring children into this world. I am constantly telling them they are exactly who needs to be having children. However I fully understand their current thinking.
I grew up an only child to a single mom with no contact with my father. Statistically I should be a wreck and I probably was for a time. Not having a father in my life actually made me want to be a father to prove a point. I wanted a boy because in my mind that made sense. God had different plans and now have two little girls. They’ve taught me innumerable lessons on patience, kindness, and what I want them to look for in a future spouse.
For anyone that has never had a job yet, and struggling with social issues, a good way, to get over that is to volunteer. For most social issues, you can overcome with the right type of over exposure. but volunteering is the BEST because they aren't paying you to be there, and they are just happy to have extra hands to help. So they will be way more gracious as you learn a good work ethic and how things flow in work situations. PLUS you can put volunteer history when you do wind up filling out job applications. and you will then know people you can list as references. Great places to volunteer is of course church. but also the animal shelter, homeless shelters, food distribution outreaches. Meals on wheels NEEDS volunteers, The library, there are lots of places you can volunteer, and if you wanted to be ambitious about it. you could start your own volunteer service at your church helping elderly people care for their lawns or go shopping. Dog waking etc.
I’ve been writing music for five years, I love every moment of it, heck I just wrote a song that’s all about worshiping God and not satan and pointing out that many other “worship artists” are falling short of the fame and fortune. It took me a long time to write music, it’s still hard to this day, but I love every moment of it.
This man is spot on. One of the big issues for families dealing with poverty, even if you have a mother and a father in the house, the men have to work so much to provide for their families that they have no time to be father figures because they're constantly breaking their backs to put a roof over their families heads and food on the table. Its all by design.
@@Jorgetrader not to mention all the men who are young and don't have the money to spend on super high quality food and water are forced to pay for the processed garbage food and bottled water which is full of chemical estrogens that have been plummetting male fertility rates for decades.
For most of history men had to work harder than they do now to provide. Only recently did hard work become something men started to think they didn’t need to do.
Actually a father being gone working to provide is a great example to his family and especially sons. his physical absence isnt without purpose. He is saying so much without even being there
I'm sad to raise my hand; being one of these failures of men. I've struggled and tried my best, but without a clear goal, wife, and with a major change due to major surgery, i feel like i was set up to fail, and that God is gonna let it happen....and i hate, HATE thinking that way, but i cannot seem to come over this feeling. I know im not perfect, but i feel like this failure is so big and its beyond my control, and that i fail my loved ones and society as a whole, and (moreso) that i've failed God and cannot make up for it...and it breaks my heart every day that i feel like can't make it...
I was born with Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus. You don’t feel like a man? How do you think I feel? You haven’t failed God if you are doing the best you can!
You got this understand whatever God has given you to on your path you can handle. I’ve been where you are at but once I took responsibility I turned my life around now I still have struggles but it’s because of my disobedience and straying away… God want his children to succeed but you must trust him. He knows best always
@@Dman425 I said for me ?? When did I ever say you were disobedient??? God bless you but if your gonna beat yourself up to the point where someone else mentioning there struggles triggers you ? You gotta look in the mirror… I told you God won’t give you something you can’t handle yet you felt you were being attacked because I brought up my my testimony… God bless you man keep your head up but if you give up it’s over for you. The choice is yours
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Hi Ruslan. I'm also concerned about Russell Brand. He's been accused of horrible stuff. Cd u cover it? Up to u of course. Bless you
This was a hard and uncomfortable video to watch knowing I'm a father of children outside of marriage and don't have relationships with all of them. I'm a pastors son who has walked away from the church over and over. Recently rededicated and 36yrs old. I feel like every day is a battle in itself and I want to serve God and my community in the church but feel overwhelmed by the weight of being a man every day having to be responsible for so much. This video opened my eyes and I appreciate you for this random video suggestion now subscribed
@@preachersson4108as an abandoned child myself, it is never too late. Ask god for strength, may you live in the word and be strong for your children. In Jesus name we pray, may he break the chains of yesterday, heal his wounds and settle his fears so may be guided by your Holy Spirit and live righteously for his children. Amen.
@@preachersson4108 I respect your honesty and just want to encourage you to go after those kiddos. It's never too late. (I shared some of my story in a comment below). Praying for God to do what only he can do, in your life and your childrens' lives.
Logically, we have 24 hours so dont worry we live the same life
I'm 23, still in college taking 5 classes, working 2 jobs, no father, no siblings, mother is hours away. Been practicing abstinence for a couple years now and I'm just waiting on the right girl to come along that I can make my wife. When it's just you, it can be so easy to slip up and play the victim card that the world is just so tough. I found Jesus and he is guiding me. He's changed my life dramatically even in the past year. You don't need a dad to become a man (I sure as hell didn't), but Lord do we need more father figures. We need role models. We need more preachers talking about these issues and people going out of their way to make change. Believe me, if you're a man and you're struggling right now, I know you can make it because I am making it right now, but not without the help of the Lord.
May God bless you
If you’re a man, the voice inside your head telling you what to do or not do… it’s always your father’s voice. I’m sorry you didn’t get to experience having a father, but just keep in mind that if you have boys of your own… your voice will replay in their heads for decades. So just be careful how you live and what you say.
Honestly it sounds like you’re getting trials earlier in your 20s which will prepare you that much more for 30s and so on. I’m almost 30 and having to pick up a lot of the pieces from wasting so much time in my 20s out of apathy and ignorance. Stay true to the path brother and God bless!!
@@logicaldude3611 Sometimes it's better to not have a Father in your life than one who constantly physically/verbally abused you from childhood. I still deal with issues from constant psychological/verbal abuse as a child/teen.
You're a rare young man.
According to Mark I’m beyond a total statistical freak lol. Christian man here, married for 13 years, father of 6 kids, have a full time job, and involved in 3 different ministries at my church. But here’s the deal, I wasn’t always. I was 34 years old when I got saved and when God put my life together. Before then I was living at home, divorced, sleeping around, getting drunk on a regular basis, bouncing from job to job, etc. So I’ve lived life on both ends of the spectrum and, I can tell you, God has the ability to turn a boy in to a man real fast! Thank You Jesus!
Thank you
Amazing story of God’s goodness! Thank you for sharing this!
God is good 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Praise Jesus. There are so many of us with that very similar testimony. Just one of the many reasons that God is so amazing.
It’s great that you’re an outliner among the men in this country, but at the same time, our nation right now. We have 18% of Americans who identify as Christian.
Pastor Mark has brought me back to the flock. Been living unclean... But through nights of praying and asking for forgiveness I'm starting to hear God again. I'm a work in progress but I'm living in faith.
@filmsta562 the Devil will talk to you remind you, your gonna make the same mistakes. One of the biggest things since I started reading the Bible everyday is its easier. I feel horrible guilt when I mess up but I ask for forgiveness and make a genuine effort to stay away from sin. I enjoy Pastor Mark's Sermons. The most negative thing I have found about him is that he is actually speaking the truth of God and you will find some hatred from Evangelicals and some from a Church he was the leader of some years ago. I have found typically that Men like this Pastor that preach the truth especially these days are hated .
To god be the glory
Great message brother, I'm on the same path myself as a 40yo man. Keep up the faith.
Praise God Melvin
Find a good bible believing church and attend and start studying the bible. Join some good study groups and grow your pocketknife into a sword. (Your bible, the sword of the Spirit). Start to get stronger in Him, Christ Jesus and have a beautiful relationship with God Almighty.
I had a child out of wedlock. The guy ran off. ( not one dime in child support) I prayed for my husband , someone who would love my boy too and God gave him to me. We have three boys. We've never called anyone step dad or half brothers. We are a complete family. My oldest went to work with my husband in the business we built. He's out on his own now with a nice girl who he will hopefully marry someday. If you've lost your way, pray, and God will give you exactly what you need. We had our rough times in the marriage but we have always come back stronger than ever.
Love your story praise God. You’re blessed. My husband had multiple affairs and I couldn’t go on. I’ve been praying for a husband for 9 years, I’ve lived like I already have him in my life but God hasn’t given me one. My son is now 15, daughter 9 and it breaks my heart they never had a Godly father to bring him up. I don’t understand why, and the disappointment hurts me daily.
"If we fix the men, the men will fix everything else" bars! 🔥 🔥 🔥
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Because it’s what Yahweh made us to do, in His image.
I’m 27, married, three kids (4,3, & 6month, 1 job working on getting a second, building a business on the side, yet I still find time to be with my family, read my Bible and do self development. No excuses, it’s time management.
It’s one thing to say ‘over mothered’ ‘under fathered’ -how many men actually ever do fathering in or out of wedlock… it’s usually the mother doing the hard work.. that’s why so many mothers choose to do it alone because the child’s biological father hasn’t grown up himself and it’s easier for him to just go do his own thing when he wants - this has been a historical fact.. drinking the little money he makes away, or gambling and women.. domestic violence,,while the mother scrimps and scrapes .. be real
Then rely on g on the older son or daughter to help bring some financial help..
Underfathered means watching your mother manipulate your father. A good father provides for his wife and shows his son how to love his wife. Men are designed to labor. Women are designed to care.
Round of applause for you
@@GillianChalack you should meet my Dad
I wish I would have heard this 20 plus years ago. Now I am 43, still at home and just now working towards my own home. I grew up with no real father figure to push me to be a better man. Now I teach my son these same principles as to not repeat my past mistakes. May God keep and bless everyone who reads this.
Bro move out of your parents basement
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Another fantastic video for young men like myself. I’m 22 and gave my life to Christ 3 months ago. He changed my heart and mind overnight. But at this age every decision I make is so pivotal and I feel a lot of pressure to be successful so I can provide for a wife and family one day. It’s especially hard having no friends and family in the faith, so I pray you continue making video like this for young men of god. Stay blessed 🙏🏼
This message is pretty garbage. You should have been married at 14. As the bible commands arranged marriage at the age you start to desire sex. Go find your soul mate, God placed them near you. You likely knew them in school, think back and try figure out who it is. Pray for guidance on this issue.
My advice is far better, trust me.
I'm happy you're looking at this content. Keep in the word. It's hard not having that many friends especially in the faith. But reach out and search for a church where you see real men of God. I have more friends who are older but keep me on the path of Christ. Plus, waking up to see my children keep me on God's path.
@@JamesWillis-yy5pxyou’re a jokester🤣🤣🤣. That’s not biblical advice at all. I pray you stop leading with your thoughts, and start leading with true scripture!!!
Congratulations! Welcome to the family! No matter what- always stay reading your Bible, praying, and walking in repentance!! Best to clean your room (sin) as you go than to let it go. It’s a hard road to come back from
Hallelujah!
All the angels are rejoicing because you have chosen to put your total trust in Jesus as your Savior and your God!! Please do continue to keep your heart and mind focused on Jesus Christ who is the Author and the Finisher of your faith, who reveals the heavenly Father to you by the Holy Spirit, for one day you will see Him face to face!!!
It’s so encouraging to realize that there is a growing community of believers exposing the devil’s tactics in trying to diminish the number of Christian families being created.
Videos like this give me hope that our generation is not lost to the devil’s schemes against godly families being formed. Thank you, Ruslan! the work you’re doing for the culture is vital.
Amen to that actually we are in the know even more than the past generations were truthfully.
I’m 42
Married 20 years
5 kids
1 full time job
2 part time jobs
Own my house
Service in church
Homeschool our kids
It’s hard. But it’s good.
I say that a lot: A woman cannot raise a man. My father was raised by his single mother and aunts, he divorced my mom who tried to raise my two older brothers. Now, I watch my brothers struggle, hurt, so angry. None of us married. No children. The line ends with us. Sad. But God🙌 He makes a way in the desert and many are trudging through dry places l
I had no help from my boys father. I had to be very firm to get them to work and take care of themselves. Both chose to move out because of my strictness. They knew that I couldn't help, them financially. I am so glad that I was firm.
The hand writing is on the wall and the hour is near. Don't worry about rebuilding society, instead, focus on the Kingdom above.
@williamdeanlll, I understand what you are saying, however the Scripture reminds us to live our lives until He returns. People have believed that the end was imminent for thousands of years. I believe we are in the end times , but what if ?
To focus on the Kingdom above IS to focus on rebuilding society. Heaven is not a place we go, it is a realm that is slowly being overlaid on top of our own.
I realize this may be too harsh concerning your comment, but remember, those whose concern is what is on the other side of eternity do not worship Jesus, they worship death. Those who worship Jesus are primarily concerned with their homes being outposts of Christ's Kingdom, and they wage war by restoring the Earth and its inhabitants.
It’s sad. I’m one of the only male teachers in a elementary school and work a bunch of women. Many of them childless and have no idea how boys even operate. They scold the boys for be rough and tumble. I have gotten arguments about disciplining boys and how we need to let them get some of this aggression out. We need some real men to stand up and take control of these schools. I’m trying my best but I need some more help.
Let me interject right there- while I agree that boys (&girls) need to be taught how to express and release negative feelings, it needs to be done appropriately with professional advice on how to do it. Aggressive little boys at school left with unchecked aggression will hit & fight & possibly become a bully if they keep being allowed to take out their aggression on other kids. Also, it’s even worse when the boys are hitting & putting their hands on the little girls. Boys need to be taught that “boys do not hit girls”. That’s where teaching the respect of women comes in, not submission to women, but to respect them. So NO, little boys taking out their aggression on other students just turns them into a mean bully. It teaches that to manage your aggression, you hurt & violate someone else. So in essence produces a physically violent adult. Not cool.
Thank you
Thank you for trying
I came across Pastor Mark a few months ago and have been listening to him daily. Love his messages. He doesn’t sugar coat anything but everything he preaches is straight from the Bible
Praise God for his “offensive” style based on what God says.
I’m a Mens Group leader and have been studying this for over 10 years. This is spot on…!!! I thank God this is getting so much traction. I pray it reaches the ears of those that need it. Moms, Dads and sons. Smother mothers are a BIG problem…!!! It’s getting worse by the day. Failure to launch…..it’s so sad.
My brother is a "failure to launch" story 😕
I have two brothers hampered by so much anger, division, drugs and no father to father them. It’s hurtful to watch.
@@verothomas1524 When you know the truth it all becomes so clear…and painful as well. Praying for them now.
Give me their first names and I’ll put them on our brothers prayer list. I’ve seen miracles happen. 💪🏼✝️
Over mothered under fathered is a huge problem in our society.
I did not know you were Armenia 🇦🇲 God bless you I’m a pastor in Montreal blessings
This is true. I'm a father raising my son, my youngest son and I'm making sure he's making things happen on his path and purpose. First in seeking God as well. Pray for us, we need all the prayers we can get.
Praying for you!! God is with you!!
MANY PRAYERSNLUV TO Y'ALL ❤❤😇😇
I think you said it’s your wife’s birthday today. If so Happy Birthday to her & I hope the family has a good time celebrating her. 🙏🏽
Interview Driscoll! Y’all know we want it.
Pastor Mike is 100% correct
I grew up with out a father. My step father came into my life at about 8 years old. He loved me and treated me as his own. I'm thankful for him, because my biological father would of been absent most of my life.
Yes… there ARE some great men who raise non biological children! We should show appreciation, just as you’ve done! Thanks for your post!
30 year old woman.
Went to college, got saved, got a degree in Biblical studies and theology. Married at 23, Worked full time (60-70 hour Weeks) alongside my husband, and carried the brunt of the finances until he was able to settle into a good CAREER.
Now I’m a Stay at home mother and wife, here to raise godly children and support my husband. My passion has BECOME doing everything as unto the Lord.
Part of the ministry at our church, and living by Micah 6:8
My husband is a godly man and working a career that he both loves and that supports our family.
Let's protect our Righteous men.😊
It’s deeper than this too, I work 40 to 60 hours a week, my wife works 30 to 40 and we have two kids, we can’t afford rent. Two cars, childcare, food, bills, and clothing, we will never buy a home on what we make. We’re well above minimum wage. Where is the motivation for men to work when the government pays and houses better than working class families that hustle
all by design
You said what I was thinking…I also work 60 plus hours a week and feel worn out, and the money doesn’t go far these days. Keep working and pray a lot…that’s what I have been doing. God bless you brother.
The rich men north of richmond.
Exactly, why didn’t the pastor talk about this… you have to run on the treadmill 7 percent faster every single year to stay in the same place. Inflation is theft and its insidious. The problem is that when you get to the root cause of inflation and the Group implementing it… all of a sudden your an Austrian artist.
Do everything you can to reduce expenses. I am the sole breadwinner of a family of 7 in the Seattle area with a blue collar job. No car payment. Buy used and when it breaks down youtube shows you how to fix it. Shop with coupons and outlet stores. Almost all of our kids clothes and shoes are from the thrift stores. We heat with a wood stove. I split the wood myself, with the boys. Housing though. I was lucky enough to buy when things were lower and had good credit. First house was literally falling apart. I gutted it and remodeled it. Literally holes in the floor b4. You can do it. If you buy a crappy house the mortgage is less than rent anywhere. It's uncomfortable, but it becomes your norm and don't worry about keeping up with the Jones's
All glory to God
Amen brother
As a man who isnt married and no kids. All the women ive seen either have kids or want me to have everything perfect. So i just wait on the Lord and work on me.😢
Keep making yourself a man of value and pray and trust that the Lord will deliver you a Corinthians woman of value when you're ready. Stay positive. 🙏
@@lulumoon6942 Amen. Thank You i appreciate this so much.
You, Mike Winger and Mark have been my go to for a while. 🙏
I’m 45 and from ages 4 until I graduated high school. I would listen to my Mom and her girlfriends talk about how bad men are. To many single mothers who date bad men then blame all men is a problem. Man bashing is cool and trendy in society.
@@Im_a_Hom0ph0be wrong..... just Except Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and savior! and keep the 10 commandments...
@Jesus_Christ_is_God The Bible gives no authority to any man-made objects for veneration. Including rosary 📿. It's a man-made tradition. Christ even scolded the Pharisees and Scribes for their holding to man-made traditions over God's standards at Matt 15:16. _"So you have made the word of God invalid because of your tradition."_
@eriknorman7409 We need to do more than just "accept" Jesus as Lord and Savior. That's the first of many steps. The Bible says _"faith without works is dead."_ Belief, with no works according to God's standards in the Bible, are as good as a person with no faith at all. (James 2:17,26). Christ even warned us at Matt 7:21, _"Not everyone saying to me, 'Lord, Lord!' will enter the Kingdom of the heavens."_ And Jesus punctuated if we are not following his commands as stated in the Bible, he will tell us (:23) _"I will declare to them: ‘I never knew you! Get away from me, you workers of lawlessness!’"_
And he can see everything we are doing, saying and thinking. We will have no rock to hide under if we've been leading a life not according to God,'s Biblical standards. (Matt 13:42)
And Christians are no longer under the Mosaic Law Covenant (10 Commandments) of the Hebrew Scriptures. That covenant ended the moment Christ died 1,990 years ago. And Christians entered a new Covenant through Christ; exemplified by the partition between the Holy and Most Holy in the tabernacle being torn in 2. A symbolic gesture by God that meant no longer did the priests have to pray and offer burnt animal sacrifices on our behalf for our sins, as what was customary under the Mosaic Law. It's why we can pray, anywhere, to God through his son, Jesus. From home, on the move, at work, etc. There are many of the 10 commandments that are still applicable, but Christians should now follow Christ's commands/ covenant in the Greek Scriptures.
@@Im_a_Hom0ph0be
All that you've said are commandments and traditions of men
"Hypocrites! Well did Isaiah prophesy about you, saying: ‘These people draw near to Me with their mouth, And honor Me with their lips, But their heart is far from Me. And in vain they worship Me, Teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.’ "
Matthew 15:7-9
@birdbizzle3678 I've been dealing with the opposite end of this spectrum - the last two guys I dated were raised to hate women, and it was very detrimental to the relationships and to myself. Almost doomed them from the start. But I learned a valuable lesson from it - next time a guy tells me their dad hated women, and that they hate their mom, I'm going to run instead of thinking ill be the one woman who changes their mind. I keep praying for them though 🙏
When I was single, I worked all the time and did multiple ministries at the church. 💪🏼 Instead of a 2nd job, I just worked more at the one I was at. I suggest doing that. They will love you forever! I suggest more than anything getting involved in ministries. More than one! ❤ Start your own! 🙏🏼
Been listening to pastor Mark for a very long time and he will tell u like it is every time. We need more like him
yes i have to agree,more of Pastor Driscoll than this creep
I’m now raising a young man who was on a destructive path. His father gave up on him but his stepdad has been more of a father to him. Now he’s on the right path, seeking a true relationship with Jesus Christ, excelling in school, and working part time. He’s on fire for God and it truly shows. I pray for him daily.
May the Lord bless your child.
Thank you for everything you bring to light on this channel. I’m so thankful there are some people who aren’t afraid to say I LOVE JESUS. This is ALL true and THANK U FOR SHOWING THE TRUTH! ❤😊
I basically have three jobs, yes I do live with my parents but I give my mother and father money for whatever bills they wanna pay with the money I give them. And if not working then I’m at the gym. But most definitely on my free time I’m worshiping, learning, and spreading The gospel. Still have more work to do, but I’ll continue on working to glorify GOD!!
Family is the foundation of everything! Under God. God always comes first. I'm shocked at these numbers. And saddened. Children are such a blessing. Family is a blessing from The Lord.
Maybe one of your most important videos, holy cow, spot on! “If we fix the men,they will fix everything else”, Amen!
totally backwards. Everything this guy listed as a shortcoming of men is actually the cause of what's hurting them, not the magical solution that will help them. If men actually could get decent jobs or wives, they would. Being told to do what we are already trying to do is not encouraging, nor is it helpful. It just feels like browbeating.
I agree!! I was born in 1972. When you hit 18 and 19 it was time to go out on your own. I couldn't wait to start my life.
Me too born in 1972.
This was refreshing to hear. I know that I’m working towards being the man that I wanna be and it often feels like I’ll never get there. But hearing conversations about how necessary it is and how God calls us to be responsible men is definitely a motivator. Great talk 🙏🏾
Greetings,
I was present at an apparition of the Virgin Mary. This happened at Queen of Heaven cemetery outside of Chicago. I did not see Her but I did smell the roses. The Virgin's message is this, " Pray like you have never prayed before. Come back to the Shepherd. Seek the Shepherd ".
God bless you.......
I love Pastor Mark!
This video was a needed conversation
Ruslan. People are doing wonderful things explaining the very topics you discuss. You happen to be resonating with a LARGE audience who's hearts are crying for the therapeutic way you discuss it. Heavy lies the crown, but you don't worry about that. Keep it going man. Some of us need to hear it JUST the way you are saying it.
Excellent . Do more of these.
Been a listener of Pastor Mark way before his so-called "fall" season. And still listening to the man. Blessed
Even in my 40s and ahead of the pandemic, the Holy Spirit convicted me to walk in the headship authority God designed men for! He also convicted me to study the Word more and be bold in my faith! Always remember, He'll draw nearer to us if we'll draw nearer to Him. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Much respect to you for doing the hard thing. 🙏
Ruslan, your videos have been so spot on lately!!
The perfect career thing I agree with now that I'm older. I was taught to go to school and get a good job that pays well with benefits, but I did that and I was miserable. I clean houses now, and it's a perfect fit for me. It's hard work, but I don't have to work in an office with a bunch of toxic backstabbers. I like good honest work with no office politics and I can work alone. I use that cleaning time to listen to audiobooks and my affirmations. It's not full-time, but I have a side gig that I've been building. I'm not a man though, so... But if a woman like me can find that in her life, then any man can.
The Real Men ministry at Trinity Church is truly special and Pastor Mark is leading fiercely. All glory to God, he’s moving through this ministry to build men up and bless others.
I highly recommend tuning in online or if you can make the trip to AZ, come on by Tuesday nights for great fellowship and Bible teaching.
Bro! Your content is absolutely bomb here lately! Loving this, building up our young men!!!
I agree. I rather this than posts about celebrities
For many years my marriage was held together by the grace of God and a thread until my husband stood up as a man, owned his faults and then owned his place as leader of our household, which sounds antiquated, but it is the truth. My husband didn’t have a strong father figure to look to, but he rejected the fear and insecurities of his past and embraced the strength of God and forged himself into the man he wanted to be, into the father he wanted to have, and into the husband I needed. Jordan Peterson’s words to the effect of… if you think a strong man is dangerous, wait until you see the destruction a weak man can cause. That concept should strike fear into all our hearts and remind us that raising strong boys who grow into strong men is the only way forward for us. Excellent segment. Thank you.
I’m 44 years young. In my 20’s I had 2 jobs, college was not for me although I was offered scholarships! I was focused on having a GREAT future. My day job paid me almost 6 figures and I was a night manager for Pizza Hut, my first job since the age of 16. I had no children nor married but I had a plan!!
I love this! We so need it.. the enemy comes to seek, kill & destroy. God help us all.. I need it for me & my son
Mark Driscoll is probably my favorite pastor right now
yup this is me, cant get ahead, broken everyday, cant save a dime, can barely eat some days, im just sick of it all, life aint supposed to be this hard for real.
Good stuff, man. I'm with ya on this. There are a lot of issues going on today that God can fix. Great points.
Just ran into ur channel. And just got banged up with this video most def needs to be shared over a million times..speaks truth
100% on the prayer journal - I have been doing one for many years - one each year and it is amazing to see God work - O highlight the various answered ones and put thanksgiving and bible verses in too as well as staple in advice given by others.
Praise The King of Kings im his glory not tomorrow but TODAY !
The Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer wants your testimonies, please.
@@helenholdsworth6407 ok - some of it is prayer in confidence but I can email you some scanned pages of the past few years if that helps.
I got my first job at 16 and bought my first car. It was an amazing feeling to be more independent and productive in society.
Pastor Mark has been dropping some excellent messages.
Keep Exposing the Wicked and their Wicked Deeds !
With God on Your Side , None Can Come Against You Brother in Christ !
This was such a great episode. Enjoyed hearing it as a female observing all this unfold.
Are you single
PROFOUNDLY insightful!
I am one of these men. I am 16, I can’t find any peace in my life. My relationship with Christ is like a seasaw, I have no integrity, I procrastinate I’m just getting a job(almost 17), I am very lazy, addicted to anime and youtube(not to pron, God set me free from that). Currently, it is 11:46pm, multiple projects to do, unable to do one, just started working on the other, I will not get sleep tonight. Also skinny, can’t even get myself to work out even though I have a great home gym and I wanted to build a physique for five years… I hate my life, but I have everything I need to make a good one. I don’t know why I’m inconsistent. Or why I can’t just do. I am in tears as I type this. O’ what a man I have become.
You ascend and overcome any obstacles
I’m going to retype a message I left you and was removed .
One of the biggest lies depression tells you is to romanticize your sadness . You have to one day decide you are going to have the courage to abandon those sad thoughts that linger in your head and say to yourself “I’m not going to stay stuck in the past anymore and move forward, I’m not ok with settling with how I feel right now “.
There are books about how to change your brains habits . I think it’s something like 45 days of new habits will reprogram your brain .
Bad habits, even sadness, is like an addiction .You know it’s wrong but can’t help but continue the same way . The way you treat addiction Is you stop long enough until the behavior has less of a hold on you .
I heard someone say that we’re pathologizing hurting men like we pathologized women’s hysteria back in the day and that’s been living in my head rent free since.
Started listening to Pastor Mark again too. I know he’s a controversial figure, but recently I haven’t heard anything but truth from him. Someone correct me if I’m wrong.
It’s time for us to walk with the Lord and speak into our futures! Jesus is King
We need a Driscoll interview!!!
Very Good!! I have been waiting to hear that!! Thank You and God bless you, Samantha
I started having hope of having a husband when I was 8 years old , I have never had a healthy lasting consensual relationship, i love Jesus first , I sometimes pray to God for the man who was supposed to be my husband that he is okay and that he knows he is Loved , I love the man I was supposed to be married to and I hope he knows that, I’m over a decade single and it’s going to be okay because Jesus loves me
Same here, sis. God got us. :)
@@ClyzlyMiwah I was so deceived and suffering for going back. I was born again and fine. I needed to go slow and stay in my own lane. God told me let world go I been so cut down and attacked. I would love to just go back. Tv and all. I don't want to be this way.
there are a million people like this in both sexes. I wonder why no one has invented a way for them to meet each other. My biggest challenge isn't conversations or making friends. I don't have a clue how to meet people. So when I am lucky enough to find someone I like, I'm always devastated when it doesn't work out -- because it can't always work out. Not everyone will like you, too.
God podcast. We are in a season of rejecting anything that places responsibility on the individual.
Truth is truth, without any agenda.
Mark Driscoll is my favorite Bible teacher
I’m thankful for the life God gave me. I’m also thankful that I get to worship God all my life because that is what I’m called to do while making more disciples. That’s all of our missions.
I would say I'm doing pretty well. I'm 27, engineer, and bought my own house this year. Only thing is that I've been praying years for a wife.
Enjoy being single while you have it. Remember, the grass is truly always greener on the other side. What you have now being single, you will never have again when you are married.
As a retired engineer. I can unilaterally state that the greatest thing I did was have three beautiful children. Now getting blessed with grandchildren. Did it hamper my ability to have toys yes. Did it hamper my ability to garner wealth? No am a millionaire. Different priorities I raised wealth for those other other than myself. Ask God to help with you finding a wife. Volunteer at the church and work your tail off. Other women will notice and bring wonderful women your way. Pray daily.
This summer I couldn't get enough of his Real Men series, he takes on topics that I find most of the pastors in my denomination avoid. Whenever I tell someone I like Pastor Mark's preaching, I may as well had said Voldemort. The reality is, God works through imperfect people. You only got to read the Bible to know that.
He definitely is right! I currently work 2 jobs to provide for my family of 4 at the age of 28. I would've benefitted more if I had started working 2 jobs when I was younger.
How do you spend time with your family if you work 2 jobs? If your gone from home 11 hrs a day from one job and 8 hours of sleep.
@@davesyoutubechannel1951 I was blessed by God with one job being remote. So I'm technically only away for 8 hours
I Unapologetically listen to Pastor Mark. I have a men’s Bible study at my house once a week going through his Act Like A Man series. I appreciate his unwillingness to skirt tough issues or sugar coat the truth.
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I use to think like that last guy was talking about. Waiting to find my passion. It never worked out that way and it took me forever to realize that I wasn’t just going to fall into it. And i suffered the consequences of that mind set. Financially and mentally speaking. It lead to a pretty depressing life and I never had any direction. Thank God he freed me from that type of thinking.
Thank you brother glory to the ALMIGHTY Father, i was almost sucked into his hate. Pray for the body of MASSIAH and our enemies as hard as it may be. Lovelovelove!
Woooo! This one here is 🔥🔥🔥!!! As a school counselor, I’ve seen these realities in schools FOR REAL! Then the Lord gave my husband and I ALL boys, so I quit and we’re homeschooling. Launched a whole channel because of this.
I’m 23 almost 24 who recently started strengthening my relationship with God practicing abstinence and freeing myself from porn addiction thanks to having a role model while working a full time job and been working on getting my stories published to build a foundation where I can take care of my future family. I been looking for a woman that I can marry and spend my life with and prosper to one day multiple. I also added working out and hoping to join a community to strengthen my faith so they can push me further.
Just a reminder. Christ wins in the end. John 6:39. It is written; "And this is the will of Him who sent Me, that of everything that He has given Me I will lose nothing, but will raise it up on the last day." Blessed be the Lord our God.
Absolutely amazing preaching!
I freaking love Pastor Mark. Who freaking cares what anyone thinks about him.
A large portion of the next generation does not want to work. They have had it too easy, and parents have failed by spoiling them. Building good character is more important than temporary happiness parents. They will be happier in the long run and respect you for it later. Raise them up in the lord and they won’t depart from it.
I just buried my father. I moved from Hawaii to Arizona to care for him in March 2022 after a medical crisis- he could no longer care for himself. He was three times divorced, 81 and alone. He passed on October 14, 2022. I’m thankful for the time we had together. It helped prepare him for Heaven and me to heal. He abandoned our family of three kids and my mom in 1977. The Father showed me that I took over the spiritual care of my family when I was 13. How many others out there have gone through this or similar? The battle for the family in America begins decades ago.
I’m reading this on September 26, 2023 so not sure the date of his passing his correct.
You are appreciated, brother! 🤍
Love Pastor Mark ❤ thanks for covering this Ruslan 🙏
This is so true Lord we need you 🙌🏽🙌🏽
AMEN 🙏
Alex is solid Ruslan. Been following him for years. Man I’m liking your mindset more and more. Thanks for what you’re doing brother!
My kids, both very productive, independent and in committed relationships... age 20 and 22. Neither want to bring children into this world. I am constantly telling them they are exactly who needs to be having children. However I fully understand their current thinking.
I grew up an only child to a single mom with no contact with my father. Statistically I should be a wreck and I probably was for a time. Not having a father in my life actually made me want to be a father to prove a point. I wanted a boy because in my mind that made sense. God had different plans and now have two little girls. They’ve taught me innumerable lessons on patience, kindness, and what I want them to look for in a future spouse.
Mark is absolute 💪🏼. Listening since mars hill and now trinity. Let’s go. It’s so strong and forward.
For anyone that has never had a job yet, and struggling with social issues, a good way, to get over that is to volunteer. For most social issues, you can overcome with the right type of over exposure. but volunteering is the BEST because they aren't paying you to be there, and they are just happy to have extra hands to help. So they will be way more gracious as you learn a good work ethic and how things flow in work situations.
PLUS you can put volunteer history when you do wind up filling out job applications. and you will then know people you can list as references.
Great places to volunteer is of course church. but also the animal shelter, homeless shelters, food distribution outreaches. Meals on wheels NEEDS volunteers, The library, there are lots of places you can volunteer, and if you wanted to be ambitious about it. you could start your own volunteer service at your church helping elderly people care for their lawns or go shopping. Dog waking etc.
This is solid advice. 👍
Beginning times,each day draws closer to the return of the light
I’ve been writing music for five years, I love every moment of it, heck I just wrote a song that’s all about worshiping God and not satan and pointing out that many other “worship artists” are falling short of the fame and fortune. It took me a long time to write music, it’s still hard to this day, but I love every moment of it.
Same here. But more like 20 years of writing. Keep up the good work. God bless you.
This man is spot on. One of the big issues for families dealing with poverty, even if you have a mother and a father in the house, the men have to work so much to provide for their families that they have no time to be father figures because they're constantly breaking their backs to put a roof over their families heads and food on the table. Its all by design.
Preach it
Exactly, inflation has killed the family unit.
@@Jorgetrader not to mention all the men who are young and don't have the money to spend on super high quality food and water are forced to pay for the processed garbage food and bottled water which is full of chemical estrogens that have been plummetting male fertility rates for decades.
For most of history men had to work harder than they do now to provide. Only recently did hard work become something men started to think they didn’t need to do.
Actually a father being gone working to provide is a great example to his family and especially sons. his physical absence isnt without purpose. He is saying so much without even being there
I'm sad to raise my hand; being one of these failures of men. I've struggled and tried my best, but without a clear goal, wife, and with a major change due to major surgery, i feel like i was set up to fail, and that God is gonna let it happen....and i hate, HATE thinking that way, but i cannot seem to come over this feeling. I know im not perfect, but i feel like this failure is so big and its beyond my control, and that i fail my loved ones and society as a whole, and (moreso) that i've failed God and cannot make up for it...and it breaks my heart every day that i feel like can't make it...
I was born with Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus. You don’t feel like a man? How do you think I feel? You haven’t failed God if you are doing the best you can!
You got this understand whatever God has given you to on your path you can handle. I’ve been where you are at but once I took responsibility I turned my life around now I still have struggles but it’s because of my disobedience and straying away… God want his children to succeed but you must trust him. He knows best always
@@jdilla4591 please explain how my birth defect I have is because of my disobedience
Its all about God's glory at the end of the day. We're not failures in Christ.
@@Dman425 I said for me ?? When did I ever say you were disobedient??? God bless you but if your gonna beat yourself up to the point where someone else mentioning there struggles triggers you ? You gotta look in the mirror… I told you God won’t give you something you can’t handle yet you felt you were being attacked because I brought up my my testimony… God bless you man keep your head up but if you give up it’s over for you. The choice is yours
Pastor Mark is my pastor! 🎉 thanks for covering this!