https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/men/rss.xml Men's secondary channel Copyright https://www.crosswalk.com 2026, Crosswalk.com Mon, 25 May 2026 20:00:36 -0400 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/spiritual-life/how-to-be-more-open-to-the-holy-spirit-in-your-daily-life.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/spiritual-life/how-to-be-more-open-to-the-holy-spirit-in-your-daily-life.html Kile Baker https://www.crosswalk.com/author/kile-baker/ Let us purposefully internalize Scripture, embracing moments of solitude and silence. Let us come together in collective prayer with fellow believers, and let us be discerning in recognizing the voice of the Holy Spirit. God has spoken to us not just in occasional whispers but in numerous profound ways. Mon, 25 May 2026 16:30:00 -0400 2026-05-25T20:00:36-04:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/men/foundations-of-every-successful-mans-life.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/men/foundations-of-every-successful-mans-life.html Todd Isberner There are four areas of life that every man faces every day. And the way they are handled will bring either joy and success or pain and failure. These four foundational pillars in every man’s life are:1. Faith: The internal core of what aligns a man with his creator to become who he is designed to be, and live out his purpose.2. Family: The central place of community that shapes a society.3. Fitness: The physical, mental and spiritual strength that gives the stamina and perseverance it takes to fulfill a man’s potential.4. Finances: The currency that fuels the freedom to provide for those in a man’s care and contribute to the needs of others.Any one of these areas can consume the majority of your time and attention. And to the degree that you have not learned to master them, you will inevitably experience a compounding effect of problems that create stress, chaos, and hurtful consequences for you and those around you.Learning to master these will give you freedom to live out your purpose and fulfill your role. Men are internally wired to be protectors, providers, and leaders. But if these four critical everyday areas of life are not under control, you cannot successfully live out your purpose and role.Photo Credit: ©GettyImages/Kerkez Tue, 19 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 2026-05-25T20:00:36-04:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/church/pastors-or-leadership/how-can-the-church-better-care-for-men-and-their-emotions.html https://www.crosswalk.com/church/pastors-or-leadership/how-can-the-church-better-care-for-men-and-their-emotions.html Cally Logan https://www.crosswalk.com/author/cally-logan/ We have sat with somber, heavy hearts after hearing the words of all Johnny Depp endured through his marriage to Amber Heard. The trial between him and Heard has been televised, which in many ways feels like a breach of privacy, but in other ways, has provided the wakeup call the world needs for those men who experience abuse as well. Mon, 18 May 2026 09:45:00 -0400 2026-05-25T20:00:36-04:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/parenting/kids/important-things-daughters-need-to-hear-from-their-fathers.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/parenting/kids/important-things-daughters-need-to-hear-from-their-fathers.html Brent Rinehart https://www.crosswalk.com/author/brent-rinehart/ What does being an engaged father look like? Of course, it means being present. It also means taking the time to be intentional in how we communicate with our daughters. Here are a few things every daughter needs to hear from her father. Tue, 12 May 2026 09:45:00 -0400 2026-05-25T20:00:36-04:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/men/things-god-expects-from-every-man.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/men/things-god-expects-from-every-man.html Justin Kane It is tough being a man in our world today—especially in a culture that is not sure what manhood even means. There are so many differing opinions, definitions, and expectations of what a man should be like. The weight is heavy, and the responsibility is immense.However, as men, we were created and designed by God to handle what comes our way. We have it within us to handle the pressure, face the obstacles, and overcome every challenge that stands before us.We were designed by God to be men. We must not relinquish the role given to us. Martin Luther King said, "don't let anyone take your manhood."Why is that? Because men are necessary.When men rise up and take their place that God has ordained for them, this world is better off. When men relinquish their role and take a step back, all of society is negatively impacted. We, as men, have a duty to be who God has called us to be. Duty is the simple act of doing what you must even though people would understand if you didn't.Men of duty don't do what they do for the applause of others; they do it because they must. Not because they have to, but because it is the right thing to do.So, what does God expect from us as men? Why did He create men and women to be different? What role is a man to play within family, society, and especially in God's kingdom?No matter how young or old you are, there are basic principles that apply to all men. The older is to mentor the younger. The younger is to learn from the older.Let us briefly look at five expectations to ensure the next generation is better off because we were here.Photo Credit: ©GettyImages/Ridofranz Mon, 11 May 2026 09:45:00 -0400 2026-05-25T20:00:36-04:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/10-small-but-powerful-ways-to-make-your-wife-feel-loved.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/10-small-but-powerful-ways-to-make-your-wife-feel-loved.html Arlene Pellicane https://www.crosswalk.com/author/arlene-pellicane/ “Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them.” (Colossians 3:19) My pastor told a story about a man who decided to make a vow to be the best husband and father he could be. When he returned home from work, instead of just plopping down on the couch, he complimented his wife. “That’s a beautiful sweater on you,” he remarked. The next week, the family went on a vacation. There were activities scheduled that he really didn’t enjoy but before complaining, he thought, “I’m going to be the best husband and dad.” He simply smiled and didn’t complain all week. After days of star treatment, his wife looked at him with a very sad look on her face.  “What’s the matter?” he asked.  “I went to the doctor last week for some tests. Is there something you know that I don’t know? Am I dying?” she asked with tears in her eyes.  “Why would you think that?” he asked.  “You’ve been so nice to me all week, so I thought I must be dying.”  The husband laughed and wrapped his arms around his wife. “No honey, you’re not dying. I’m just learning how to live.”  Husbands, this short story provides a snapshot of what makes your wife sing inside.    Here are 10 small (but powerful) ways to make your wife feel loved.Photo Credit: ©Getty Images/ImagesBazaar Mon, 04 May 2026 15:00:00 -0400 2026-05-25T20:00:36-04:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/12-powerful-prayers-your-wife-wants-you-to-pray-over-her.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/12-powerful-prayers-your-wife-wants-you-to-pray-over-her.html Alicia Searl https://www.crosswalk.com/author/alicia-searl/ Dear Husband,I need you. I need you to lead, provide for, and protect me. I need your love, and I need to feel safe and cherished. But more than anything else, I desperately need your prayers.Love,Your Doting WifeIf every faithful wife could write her sweet hubby a love letter of what she really needs, I believe it would consist of her beloved husband praying for and over her. That’s because she knows prayers are important and truly powerful.Here is the truth to behold: When we pray, God listens (1 John 5:14)! That means He hears the desperate pleas for the respect you need from your wife to the prayers of praise and blessings your precious wife brings.Oh, dear husband, when you take your heart to the Father and seek His will for your marriage, you will gain a better understanding as to the nature of your precious wife’s heart and the beautiful way in which God created her. Similarly, it will also place a hedge of protection around your sacred union and create a spiritual barrier from the enemy’s blatant attacks.So, armor up and fight for your marriage. Your wife needs you! Below are 12 prayers you can lift up any time, along with some verses to proclaim over your lovely wife.Photo credit: ©GettyImages/PeopleImages Fri, 01 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 2026-05-25T20:00:36-04:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/6-things-your-wife-does-not-want-this-mothers-day.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/6-things-your-wife-does-not-want-this-mothers-day.html Amanda Idleman https://www.crosswalk.com/author/amanda-idleman/ I have a confession…I have very complicated feelings about Mother's Day.Yes, I do think it's important to honor those who have helped bring life into this world. Mothers matter, and singing their praises is a noble endeavor, but Mother's Day is tough. It sets up a lot of expectations that often can't be met. It focuses primarily on one kind of mothering role but there are many in this complicated world we live in. It also can be really hard for the countless women who have suffered losses, miscarriages, infertility, and more.On top of all of that, Mother's Day is tough for our partners. They know they are supposed to do something for us, but let's be real: they often struggle to understand what we need. Not to mention the Mom's often are still the ones that feel the pressure to buy gifts or plan outings for their Mom, Aunts, Sisters, Mother-in-Law, friends, and more. I've noticed that all I want for most holidays is the day after the holiday because Mom's holidays often look like a ramped-up workday for us. We are hosting, cooking, cleaning, planning, wrapping, and more.So I am here to help clue you in partners, spouses, kids, and loved ones to what Mom wants by sharing what we really, really don't want.Photo credit: ©GettyImages/andresr Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:11:00 -0400 2026-05-25T20:00:36-04:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/6-ways-to-know-you-re-loving-your-wife-well.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/6-ways-to-know-you-re-loving-your-wife-well.html Lindsey Maestas https://www.crosswalk.com/author/lindsey-maestas/ If you were to have a camera crew in your home for a few months and every moment of your life played on television, what would people honestly see? Once the newness and extra efforts for the audience wore off, would they see you putting most of your effort toward success and/or your own individual hobbies? Or would they see you loving your wife and family well?As a husband and man of the home, if you were honest with yourself, would the care, time and energy put toward your marriage be seen as above average, needing work or completely neglected?While it is crucial that a woman’s worth, joy and fulfillment are found in Christ alone and not by means of her husband, God is also passionate about the covenant of marriage. When you said ‘I Do’, you were committing to take care of your bride as your own body for the rest of your life.Most of the time, the problems that we see in our marriages are not specifically due to our marriage itself. The problems lie in our hearts and in our relationships with Jesus. Marriage is a representation of God’s covenant and His love for His people. It’s crucial that we take it seriously while working daily to protect it.I have written many posts to women and wives, such as "Dear Wife: Why Your Husband Really Needs You" and "10 Ways a Wife Disrespects Her Husband (Without Even Realizing It)", but I felt it heavy on my heart to gain some insight from my husband and share this as well.So how do you know if you’re loving your wife well?Photo courtesy: ©Thinkstock/jacoblund Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:11:00 -0400 2026-05-25T20:00:36-04:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/special-coverage/mothers-day/ways-husbands-can-make-their-wives-feel-special-this-mothers-day.html https://www.crosswalk.com/special-coverage/mothers-day/ways-husbands-can-make-their-wives-feel-special-this-mothers-day.html Alicia Searl https://www.crosswalk.com/author/alicia-searl/ Gentlemen, it’s time. Time to start thinking about your beautiful wife and how you can lavish her with love this time of year. Sure, Mother’s Day honors her as a mom, and you may be wondering how your role as her husband plays a part in this holiday. After all, she isn’t your mother. Besides, if the kiddos create cute little crafts in school or church, you may be thinking that’s enough, right?Well, to be fair, most mommas absolutely do love those sweet, meaningful handmade cards and gifts. But…there is so much value in acknowledging your bride as the mother of your children and taking the time to make her feel special, especially on a day that is meant just for her!Honestly, I understand that as you get older, this holiday can be a bit perplexing. My husband faced these challenges as well. Because, let’s face it, once you have children of your own, you do feel this need to still celebrate your own mom while also trying to honor your wife. You may even find yourself confused as you wander down the card aisle, picking out a card and possibly flowers or a meaningful gift for your own mom, then pondering whether you should grab something for your wife as well.The truth of the matter is, you should acknowledge all mothers in your life and extend sentiments to make them feel special on Mother’s Day. Whether it be a simple phone call or a card to your mom, a gentle hug for your mother-in-law, or a heartfelt voice message for your sister. It really doesn’t take much to show the ladies in your life some gratitude for all they do.However, when it comes to the nature of your lovely lady, it hits home—literally. While your children may come home with sweet cards, you still play a vital part. It’s a moment to extend your sincere thanks and praise for her valuable contributions to your family. There are gestures that tell her you not only “see her,” but you truly want her to feel loved, cherished, and appreciated.Photo credit: ©GettyImages/Chong Kee Siong Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:28:22 -0400 2026-05-25T20:00:36-04:00