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Manly Men

Apparently more women than men currently go to church in America. Apparently some Baptists are taking note, and may be concerned (though that’s not stated).

I remember the male presence being a big deal back home at my home Baptist church. It was not uncommon for some men to be sporting around a “Real men love Jesus” t-shirt or even better, a “Real men Sing” t-shirt. It was all the rave!

It’s as if to Baptist’s, and other evangelicals (think “Cowboy Church”), that Christianity must be associated with a “manly” physique. It’s almost like being a spiritual Christian requires that you be a Republican, a Capitalist, and a MAN! Dirty hands, black stuff under your fingernails, chest hair, pick-up trucks… Come on MEN, step up!

It’s weird to me, because Jesus’ ethic wasn’t all that manly. Actually, I think it was somewhat wimpy… “Turn the other cheek,” “Love one another,” “Do good to your enemies,” etc., etc. Why would that attract men?

I think the fact that more women go to church than men is refreshing. Less men means less power struggle which means less division, thus all-around healthier and more unified churches. Just a thought.

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