Written by Kevin Mcgary, Co-Founder of EBLM
Men today face an unrelenting stream of false narratives—insidious whispers that tell them to step aside, to surrender their God-ordained role, and to grow silent in deference to cultural trends. This is not just a battle of perception; it is a war for the soul.
In recent times, even the most fundamental questions—such as “What is a woman?”—have been met with ambiguity. Under the influence of cultural relativism, society has attempted to unravel thousands of years of known and accepted truths about human biology that distinctly confirm the differences between men and women. This relentless emasculation of men, driven by ever-shifting cultural narratives, has systematically undermined the role of males, men, and fathers. If this continues, men risk losing their God-ordained role, along with the respect of their families, households, and communities. It is time to reinvigorate men by reconnecting them with their divine calling and profound responsibilities.
There was once a time when the role of men was understood—if not universally honored. Manhood was not merely a biological designation or a social convenience but a divine ordination—a role of protection, guidance, and sacrifice. Men were expected to be warriors, not only on the battlefield but also in conflicts of culture, flourishing of the spirit, and upholding truth. They were the cornerstone of communities, providing structure, security, and stability.
Yet today, society tells a different story. The cultural tide has turned against men, accusing them not of failure, but of existence itself as the problem. With constant accusations of “toxic masculinity,” manhood is framed as object of oppression. But in truth, masculinity has always been the foundation of stability, the fortification of family, and the guardian of civilization. The ongoing effort to undermine and disrupt traditional manhood has led directly to our current cultural crisis.
Men today face an unrelenting stream of false narratives—insidious whispers that tell them to step aside, to surrender their God-ordained role, and to grow silent in deference to cultural trends. This is not just a battle of perception; it is a war for the soul.
Modern culture dictates a dangerous accusation—that men are the root of oppression, that fathers are unnecessary, that displays of strength are “toxic” and must be repented of rather than embraced for the good they serve.
But what happens when men acquiesce to cultural pressures and abandon their posts? When the guardians of the home walk away, when fathers leave their sons to be raised by the state, when they ultimately turn their backs on community because they have been convinced they are no longer needed? The answer is all around us.
Fatherlessness is not just a personal tragedy; it is a civilization-ending crisis. A world without strong, Godly men is a world where chaos reigns, where morality is malleable, and where justice becomes a tool of ideology rather than a virtue rooted in truth.
The statistics are undeniable, though many would rather ignore them: crime, poverty, addiction, and brokenness all take root in the absence of good men and faithful fathers. Yet society insists that men are the problem, even as their absence has proven to be the catalyst for the very decline it laments. The great deception is the belief that silencing men will bring peace, that households will find stability, and that communities will be safer. In reality, when men are absent—physically or mentally—it only leads to destruction.
Men are being called to unapologetically embrace their role and responsibilities once more. Not out of hatred, vengeance, or self-serving dominance, but through rightful authority and a commitment to responsibility, facing opposition with courage.
Men must reclaim their purpose:
This is not a time for weakness or hesitation. The warriors of old did not ask whether they would suffer—they expected it. And yet, they fought because the alternative was unthinkable. With the same resolve, today’s men must cherish and embrace their vital role.
The world does not need less masculinity; it needs redeemed masculinity—one that is neither corrupted by pride nor erased by cowardice. It needs men who rise to the occasion, who see the deceptions of this age for what they are, and who refuse to let culture dictate their worth—because their worth is determined by God alone.
And so, we rise, stand, and fight—not for ourselves, but for those who depend on us. The war on men and manhood is not over. It has only just begun. Men must be ready, willing, and able to confront the obstacles ahead and fight for their families, their communities, and—by God’s ordination—their very souls.