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Surrender Isn’t About Giving Up — It’s About Giving In

Posted on July 2, 2025 by jwfisch

If you’re a man — especially one shaped by evangelical culture — odds are you’ve been told that control is strength. Maybe not outright, but the message has been clear enough: real men hold … Continue reading →

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The surrendered man

Posted on March 20, 2025 by jwfisch

Surrender doesn’t mean passivity. Men who let go of control often step into bold, Spirit-led action. Just look at Peter stepping out of the boat (Matthew 14:29-31). The man who surrenders control learns that faith means acting even when the … Continue reading →

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Control, and the courage to let go

Posted on March 19, 2025 by jwfisch

If you’re a man like me, particularly one shaped by evangelical culture, you’ve probably been conditioned to believe that control is a sign of strength. From an early age, we’re taught to take charge, stand firm, and rely on our … Continue reading →