The Four Pillars of Manhood, Chapter 3 part 1

Let's move on.
For those of us who enjoy a good laugh while possibly learning something, there is "Car Talk." An NPR radio show where two brothers are ask questions by callers and then joke their way toward the solution for whatever mechanical or social issue is happening with the callers' automobile or driving habits.
One of their favorite lines is, "The manual is just another man's opinion."
That idea could not be farther from the truth when Stu describes the Scriptures as the "Owner's Manual" for our life and the place to get direction to be a real man. It is not "an opinion," it is God's Knowledge. It is not a "trouble shooting" guide to use only when you are in a bind and need a jump start, it is the ultimate"How to" book.
The Genesis Spring, what a word picture that is for me. The origin, where it all starts. "In the beginning, God ..."
There are many good sources available to assist us in our desire to be a better husband, father, employee or any other part of our lives where improvement is desired. But if we want the best, if we want the clearest standard, we only have one place we need to look: God's Word.
We may have to dig to find what we need. But it is in there. Others can point us toward what we are looking for, but we should try to find it ourselves.
Take another look at the Four Pillars of Manhood: King, Warrior, Mentor & Friend.
These are the things that stuck in my mind"
King -- "The heart of the King is to be a provisionary."
Warrior -- "The heart of a Warrior is protective." "A warrior is not a brute, he is a protector." "A Warrior wants his sons (or someone) to be his 'apprentice Warrior' to follow on in his footsteps." Mentor -- "Men are supposed to be able to teach life." We are ask at times to provide answers that there is really no logical reason to expect us to know, like "The 'Check Engine' light came on today, why?" "How are we going to be able to do ______?" This type of expectation comes after the confidence that comes from a proven track record as provider has been established.
Friend -- "The heart of a friend is a loving heart."
Digest it for a while and then let's talk.