Biblical Manliness with Chris Clevenger

    Episode #014 Recorded Sunday, March 31, 2013 "Inspiration for Integrity" HOST: Chris Clevenger       Show Notes: A Reverence for God (2 Cor. 5:11) A Compassion for the Church (2 Cor. 5:12-13) A Love for Christ (2 Cor. 5:14-15) A Zeal for Discipleship (2 Cor. 5:16-17) Before you can live a life of integrity, you must have the heart for it.   Your Feedback Submit your feedback or suggest future topics via email (manliness@thelightnetwork.tv) or voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. Previous Episodes Click here to see all of the episodes of Biblical Manliness with Chris Clevenger. Subscription Links

    Episode #013 Recorded Monday, March 25, 2013 "The Ten Most Wanted Men" HOST: Chris Clevenger       Watch the video of this episode:   Show Notes: In 1975 John R. Rice published a collection of devotions and sermons, among other things, under the title of Sword Scrapbook, No. 2. The First SS was published in 1969. Viola Walden was the compiler for each edition. In SS No. 2, There was a list of the "Ten Most Wanted Men." The same men are still deeply needed today. The man who puts God’s business above any other business. The man who brings his children to church rather than sending them.  The man who is willing to be the right example to every boy he meets.  The man who thinks more of his Sunday school class than his Sunday sleep. The man who measures his giving by what he has left, rather than by the amount he gives. The man who goes to church for Christ’s sake rather than for himself or for someone else.  The man who has a willing mind rather than a brilliant mind.  The man who has a passion to help rather than a passion to be helped.  The man who can see his own faults before he sees the faults of others. The man who is more concerned about winning others for Christ than he is about winning worldly honor. Your Feedback Submit your feedback or suggest future topics via email (manliness@thelightnetwork.tv) or voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. Previous Episodes Click here to see all of the episodes of Biblical Manliness with Chris Clevenger. Subscription Links

    Episode #012 Recorded Thursday, February 28, 2013 "What Women Want" HOST: Chris Clevenger       Show Notes: Introductory Thoughts: Austin Reed, a British retailer for men, surveyed 2000 women to discover what they were looking for in a man. MSN published the results of the survey. Jesus was the perfect man. (Hebrews 4:15; 2 Peter 2:21-24; 1 Peter 1:18-19; 2 Corinthians 5:21) What the World Wants: 1. 6 feet tall 2. Toned and athletic 3. Brown eyes 4. Short dark hair 5. Smart dress sense 6. Beer drinker 7. Non-smoker 8. Wears smart jeans, shirt and a V-neck jumper 9. Gets ready in 17 minutes 10. Stylish 11. Wants a family 12. Earns $77,000 a year 13. Loves shopping 14. Eats meat 15. Clean shaven 16. Smooth chest 17. Watches soaps 18. Enjoys watching football 19. Drives an Audi 20. Educated to degree level 21. Earns more than his other half 22. Jokes around and has a laugh 23. Sensitive when his wife/girlfriend is upset 24. Says 'I love you' only when he means it 25. Admits it when he looks at other women 26. Has a driver's license 27. Can swim 28. Can ride a bike 29. Can change a tire 30. Calls mom regularly The Christian Version: 1. An upright heart that matches his upright stature (1 Samuel 16:7). 2. Exercised unto godliness (1 Timothy 4:8). 3. Eyes that are open to the needs of others (James 1:27). 4. Knows all the hairs of his head are numbered (Matthew 10:30). 5. Clothed with humility (1 Peter 5:5). 6. Not drunken with wine but filled with the Spirit (Ephesians 5:18). 7. Non-smoker (Revelation 21:8). Relax. It's a pun. 8. Has put on Christ in baptism (Galatians 3:27). 9. Always ready to give a reason for his hope (1 Peter 3:15). 10. Styled after Christ (1 Corinthians 11:1). 11. Loves his spiritual family (Matthew 12:46-50). 12. Attributes all his blessings to God (James 1:17). 13. Loves evangelism (Matthew 28:18-20). 14. Eats of the same "meat" that Jesus did (John 4:34). 15. Pure from sin and holy (1 Peter 1:16). 16. A chest covered with the Breastplate of Righteousness (Ephesians 6:14). 17. Sets no wicked thing before his eyes (Psalm 101:3). 18. Seeks the Kingdom of God above recreation (Matthew 6:33). 19. Is driven by the love of Christ (2 Corinthians 5:14). 20. Educated in the Scriptures (2 Timothy 2:15). 21. Provides for his household (1 Timothy 5:8). 22. Has a sense of humor (Proverbs 15:13). 23. Dwells with his wife with sensitivity and knowledge (1 Peter 3:7). 24. Loves his wife like Christ loves the church (Ephesians 5:25). 25. Does not look at other women (Matthew 5:28). 26. Obeys the laws of that land (Romans 13:1-2). 27. Helps his brethren tread water (Galatians 6:2) 28. Rides a tandem bike directed by the authority of Christ (Colossians 3:17). 29. Changes his mind when he is wrong (Luke 13:3). 30. Honors his father and mother (Ephesians 6:1-2). Episode Resources: RETAILER: Austin Reed ARTICLE: Survey: Meet 'The Perfect Man' BLOG: What Women Want: The Perfect Man Your Feedback Submit your feedback or suggest future topics via email (manliness@thelightnetwork.tv) or voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. Previous Episodes Click here to see all of the episodes of Biblical Manliness with Chris Clevenger. Subscription Links

    Episode #011 Recorded Thursday, February 28, 2013 "Fighting Like A Man" HOST: Chris Clevenger     Show Notes: Introductory Thoughts: The "Fight of the Century" was the first of three bouts between heavyweight champions Joe Frazier and Muhammad Ali in the 1970s. Held on March 8, 1971, the Fight of the Century pitted reigning undefeated heavyweight champion Frazier (26-0, 23 KO) against the challenger Ali (31-0, 25 KO), who'd never been beaten in the ring in his professional career but had been stripped of his title four years earlier. Frazier won the 15-round fight in an unanimous decision in front of a capacity crowd at Madison Square Garden in New York. "Joe Frazier was a truth machine, and if you weren't in supreme condition he would find it out." - One Nation Divisible: Ali-Frazier Documentary Sometimes it is the duty of a man to fight. Other times it is his duty to flee. Paul instructed Timothy, his Biblical Manliness protege, to fight for certain things. Here's how we can "fight" like men. Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses. (1 Timothy 6:12) I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air: (1 Cor. 9:26) I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: (2 Timothy 4:7) Combat "Fight the Good Fight" Heb 11:34 - "Waxed valiant in fight" Ephesians 6:10-13 - Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Cause "Lay Hold on Eternal Life" 1 Timothy 6:19 - "Lay hold on eternal life" 1 Chron. 11:15-19 - David wanted water from the well in Bethlehem. Three mighty men went to retrieve it. Calling "Whereunto Thou Art Also Called" We are called into battle by the Gospel. (1 Thes. 2:14) Confession "Professed a Good Profession Before Many Witnesses" 1 Timothy 6:13 - I give thee charge in the sight of God, who quickeneth all things, and before Christ Jesus, who before Pontius Pilate witnessed a good confession; Hebrews 4:14 - Seeing then that we have a great high priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our profession. Episode Resources: VIDEO: One Nation Divisible: Ali/Frazier ARTICLE: Ali-Frazier I - The Fight of the Century Your Feedback Submit your feedback or suggest future topics via email (manliness@thelightnetwork.tv) or voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. Previous Episodes Click here to see all of the episodes of Biblical Manliness with Chris Clevenger. Subscription Links

    Episode #010 Recorded February 28, 2013 "Running Like a Man" HOST: Chris Clevenger       Show Notes: Introductory Thoughts: Houston Retreats from Santa Anna's Army Santa Anna defeated Texans at Alamo (March 6, 1836)/Sam Houston initially retreats from the Mexican Army headed toward Gonzales (March 13, 1836)/While the decision to retreat was not popular with many of Houston's contemporaries, it allowed him to train his men and prepare for battle. When the Mexican forces were splintered due to Houston's retreat, the Texans charged with 783 troops against a force nearly twice their size. Only two Texans were killed and 30 wounded. Santa Anna was captured and the Mexican troops were forced to withdraw from Texan soil (April 21, 1836). Sometimes it is the duty of a man to fight. Other times it is his duty to flee. Paul instructed Timothy, his Biblical Manliness protege, to flee from certain things. Here's how we can "run" like men. But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness. (1 Timothy 6:11) Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart. (2 Timothy 2:22) Run From... "Youthful Lusts" Flee fornication (1 Cor. 6:18) Joseph fled (Genesis 39:12) "The grace of God enabled Joseph to overcome the temptation, by avoiding the temper. He would not stay to parley with the temptation, but fled from it, as escaping for his life. If we mean not to do iniquity, let us flee as a bird from the snare, and as a roe from the hunter." - Matthew Henry Run To... Righteousness Matthew 6:33 Faith Hebrews 13:7 ("whose faith follow") Charity/Love 1 Cor. 14:1 ("follow after charity") Peace 1 Peter 3:11 Patience 2 Peter 1:5-6 Godliness 1 Timothy 6:6 Meekness Colossians 3:12 ("put on meekness") Run With... "Them that call on the Lord" Means More than Declaring Faith in God verbally. "Out of a Pure Heart" 1 Peter 1:22 ("with a pure heart fervently") Your Feedback Submit your feedback or suggest future topics via email (manliness@thelightnetwork.tv) or voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. Previous Episodes Click here to see all of the episodes of Biblical Manliness with Chris Clevenger. Subscription Links

    Episode #009 Recorded Monday, February 25, 2013 "Looking for Lust" HOST: Chris Clevenger       Watch the video of this episode: Show Notes: According to a study by Ohio State University released Novemenber 28, 2011, men think about sex about 19 times per day. The Greek word for lust means "set one's heart upon a thing, long for, covet, desire." There is no doubt that we will find those of the opposite sex attractive, yet it is our decision whether we will dwell on impure thoughts. Refrain from Looking to Lust Matthew 5:28a Job 31:1 1 Peter 2:11 Realize the Seriousness of Lust Matthew 5:28b 1 Peter 2:11b Remove Triggers to Lust Matthew 5:29-30 2 Timothy 2:22 Romans 13:14 Remember the Consequences of Lust Matthew 5:28-30 Titus 2:11-14 Episode Resources: INFOGRAPHIC: Lust from Lee Snow at thepfp.weebly.com BLOG: "3 Biblical Strategies for Fighting Lust" SURVEY / RESEARCH: "How Often Do Men Think About Sex" Your Feedback Submit your feedback or suggest future topics via email (manliness@thelightnetwork.tv) or voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. Previous Episodes Click here to see all of the episodes of Biblical Manliness with Chris Clevenger. Subscription Links

    Episode #008 Recorded Monday, February 18, 2013 "Do Work" HOST: Chris Clevenger       Watch the video of this episode: Show Notes: Millenials (Those between 18-29 born after 1980) and Work Ethic According to research conducted by the Pew Research Center, Millenials are the first generation of those who were surveyed who did not consider "work ethic" to be a significant part of the defining characteristics of their generation. Technology Use, Music/Pop Culture, Liberal/Tolerant, Smarter, and Clothes rounded out the top five spots instead. Provide for Yourself Acts 20:33-34 1 Thessalonians 4:11 Provide for Your Family 1 Timothy 5:8 Provide for Others Ephesians 4:28 Acts 20:33-35 Provide an Example 1 Thessalonians 4:12 5 Factors That Demonstrate a Strong Work Ethic Integrity Sense of Responsibility Emphasis on Quality Discipline Sense of Teamwork Your Feedback Submit your feedback or suggest future topics via email (manliness@thelightnetwork.tv) or voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. Previous Episodes Click here to see all of the episodes of Biblical Manliness with Chris Clevenger. Subscription Links

    Episode #007 Recorded Monday, February 11, 2013 "Your Rites of Passage To-Do List" HOST: Chris Clevenger       Watch the video of this episode: Show Notes: Last week we discussed the "rites of passage" that a man goes through between the ages of 18-25 by looking to David in the Valley of Elah. Last week we discussed the "rites of passage" that a man goes through between the ages of 18-25 by looking to David in the Valley of Elah. LEARN THE MESSAGE The greatest benefit to your life now and in the years to come is a thorough knowledge of the Bible. 2 Timothy 2:15 1 Timothy 4:12-16 DISCOVER A MISSION In 1726, at the age of 20 years old, Benjamin Franklin made it his life's goal to attain moral perfection. He developed a system of 13 virutes to focus upon to assist him in his mission. Temperance, Silence, Order, Resolution, Frugality, Industry, Sincerity, Justice, Moderation, Cleanliness, Tranquility, Chastity, Humility Every great Bible man had a mission. Regardless of your occupation or marital status, God expects your mission to be the evangelization of the world. (Matthew 28:18-20; 5:13-16) FIND A MENTOR It helps to have someone to encourage you and give you council who is a few laps ahead of you in life. Great Bible men had mentors: Joshua, Peter, Timothy, Titus, John Mark In an article on his blog, Ron Edminson outlines "How a Mentor Will Change Your Life" There is no life change without life exchange; Clarity within community; A Nudge; Hiking Not Maps; A Character Driven Life; Wings To Launch Paul serves as a great example of a mentor. (1 Corinthians 11:1) In a guest post on Michael Hyatt's blog, Daniel Darling offers "Five Ways to Find a Mentor" Don't Start with Celebrities; Attend Trade Functions or Gatherings in Your Community; Make Friendships Through Simple Conversations; Follow Up With a Request to Meet Again One-on-One; Ask Questions Episode Resources BLOG: "Lessons In Manliness: Benjamin Franklin’s Pursuit of the Virtuous Life"  BLOG: "How a Mentor Will Change Your Life" BLOG: "Five Ways to Find a Mentor" Your Feedback Submit your feedback or suggest future topics via email (manliness@thelightnetwork.tv) or voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. Previous Episodes Click here to see all of the episodes of Biblical Manliness with Chris Clevenger. Subscription Links

    Episode #006 Recorded Monday, February 4, 2013 "Rites of Passage in the Valley of Elah" HOST: Chris Clevenger       Watch the video of this episode: Show Notes: Throughout the world there are several amazingly interesting rites of passage: Vanuatu Land Diving Aboriginal Subincision Hamar Cow Jumping (Ethiopia) Ancient Spartan Helot Killing Satere-Mawe Bullet Ant Glove (The Amazon) Maasai Warrior Passage Mandan Hook Hanging (Native American) Sociologist have identified three phases that constitute a proper right of passage: Separation Transition Reincorporation Even the Bible recognizes that the transition from boyhood to manhood is a process and not a simple point of action (1 Corinthians 13:11). From a Biblical perspective, David gives us the perfect example of a transition from boyhood to manhood in the valley of Elah. (1 Samuel 17) Chris follows this outline in this episode of Biblical Manliness: Time of Purpose (1 Samuel 17:29) Time of Passion (1 Samuel 17:32-37, 45-47) Time of Preparation (1 Samuel 17:40) Time of Prevailing (1 Samuel 17:48-58) Your Feedback Submit your feedback or suggest future topics via email (manliness@thelightnetwork.tv) or voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. Previous Episodes Click here to see all of the episodes of Biblical Manliness with Chris Clevenger. Subscription Links

    Episode #005 Recorded Monday, January 28, 2013 "A Gentleman and a Scholar, Part 2" HOST: Chris Clevenger       Watch the video of this episode: Show Notes: The phrase, "a gentleman and a scholar," was coined by Robert Burns in his poem "The Twa Dogs." A scholar is "a person who has done advanced study in a special field, a learned person."  "For Ezra had prepared his heart to seek the law of the LORD, and to do it, and to teach in Israel statutes and judgments" (Ezra 7:10) A Scholar Investigates (2 Timothy 2:15) A Scholar Internalizes (1 Peter 3:15) A Scholar Instructs (Deuteronomy 6:4ff.) Your Feedback Submit your feedback or suggest future topics via email (manliness@thelightnetwork.tv) or voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. Previous Episodes Click here to see all of the episodes of Biblical Manliness with Chris Clevenger. Subscription Links

    Episode #004 Recorded Monday, January 21, 2013 "A Gentleman and a Scholar, Part 1 HOST: Chris Clevenger       Watch the video of this episode: Show Notes: The phrase, "a gentleman and a scholar," was coined by Robert Burns in his poem "The Twa Dogs." A gentleman is one who never hurts anyone's feelings unintentionally. A gentleman is one who puts more into the world than he takes out. The Gentleman's Wisdom (James 3:17) The Gentleman's Will (2 Timothy 2:24; Titus 3:2) Jesus was a gentleman (2 Corinthians 10:1). Courtesy is as much a mark of a gentleman as courage. A Gentleman Will... Make a Good First Impression Be Hygienic Be Honest Have Context and Self-awareness Make Others Feel Like the Center of Attention Watch Your Mouth Remove Your Hat Indoors Wait for Others to Get Their Food Before Eating When You're With a Woman... Hold the Door Reach for the Check Open the Car Door Let Her Enter a Cab First Walk on the Curb Side of the Street Offer Her Your Arm The final test of a gentleman is his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him (William Lyon Phelps, American Yale Professor). Episode Resources: POEM: "The Twa Dogs" by Robert Burns ARTICLE: "The Etiquette of a Gentleman" NOTE: The preceding article is linked for your consideration. Chris Clevenger, Biblical Manliness, and The Light Network do not endorse or agree with all of the content within it. Please be a discerning reader (2 Tim. 2:15; Acts 17:11). Your Feedback Submit your feedback or suggest future topics via email (manliness@thelightnetwork.tv) or voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. Subscription Links  

    Episode #003 Recorded Monday, January 14, 2013 "Unconventional Leadership" HOST: Chris Clevenger       Watch the video of this episode: Show Notes: On episode 3, Chris talks about what it takes to be a Biblical leader: It takes submission (Ephesians 5:21). It takes sacrifice (1 John 3:16; John 15:13-14) It takes service (Matthew 20:27-28) Episode Resources: EDITORIAL: "The Most Misunderstood Aspect of Great Leadership" by Mike Myatt, of Forbes.com   Your Feedback Submit your feedback or suggest future topics via email (manliness@thelightnetwork.tv) or voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. Subscription Links  

    Episode #002 Recorded Monday, January 7, 2013 "Resolution" HOST: Chris Clevenger       Watch the video of this episode: Show Notes: Chris talks about resolution, a quality that is necessary for a man to be a Biblical Man. There are three prerequisites to being a man of resolution: retrospection instrospection prospection Looking backward, looking inward, and looking forward help us to be the men that God desires for us to be. Episode Resources BLOG: "EDICTUM PERSONALIS: My Personal Manifesto" BLOG: "Reflections on Resolutions" Your Feedback Submit your feedback or suggest future topics via email (manliness@thelightnetwork.tv) or voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. Subscription Links  

    Episode #001 Recorded Friday, November 16, 2012 "A Call to Manliness" HOST: Chris Clevenger       Watch the video of this episode:   Show Notes: On this episode of Biblical Manliness Chris issues the same "Call to Manliness" that the apostle Paul delivered to the Corinthians. The church of Christ needs men who are spiritually mature and adequately equipped for the responsibility of leading God's people. Far from having Biblical babies, the Scriptures call men of God to be exactly that, men. The call from Paul is three fold: be sober, be stable, and be strong. Your Feedback Submit your feedback or suggest future topics via email (manliness@thelightnetwork.tv) or voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. Subscription Links