Other than William Wallace, Maximus Decimus Meridius, and various murderers, what other individuals can men look to as archetypes? Why do girls pine for Knights in armour? Why do we seek out representations that God isn't necessarily giving us? This reflection is only 8 minutes long, but maybe it can challenge us to reflect on the example of St. Joseph in scripture. I have never met a woman who pines for St. Joseph; during men's sessions, no guys watch "The Nativity". Living authentic masculinity does not bring about fiscal prosperity, good looks, or rippling muscles. The sign of a true man is holiness.
"If any man would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, and whoever loses his like for my sake will find it. For what will it profit a man, if he gains the whole world and forfeits his life?"
http://www.thekingsmen.us/podcast/masculinity-sacred-scripture-st-joseph
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