The Danger of the Passive Man w/ Josh Howerton | The Pursuit with James Griffin

What does it look like when a man is physically there but emotionally gone? In this episode of The Pursuit, James Griffin sits down with Pastor Josh Howerton to talk about one of the quietest problems facing men today: passivity. It's a problem that goes all the way back to the garden, where the first man stood by and watched while his family was devoured, and it still shows up in living rooms, churches, and communities everywhere you look. James and Josh trace the danger of the passive man through the three spheres God calls every man to lead, your family, your church, and your nation, and they get honest about where so many guys have checked out without even realizing it. This one is a challenge and an invitation at the same time, a call to step in, stand up, and lead where God has placed you. If you've ever felt like you're occupying space without truly showing up, this conversation is for you. Subscribe for more messages and conversations that will help you know and follow Jesus. Episode Guide These guides are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus: https://mycpcc.com/guide To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook. Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give To learn more about all of our locations or what is coming up at Crosspoint City, check out https://www.crosspointcity.com/ or follow us on your favorite social platform @CrosspointCity 0:00 Intro 0:12 Welcome and catching up with Josh Howerton 1:28 The topic: the danger of passive men 1:46 Where passivity comes from: spiritual DNA and Adam 4:00 Cultural and therapy-culture influences on passive men 5:19 Sphere sovereignty: family, church, and state 5:45 Passivity in the family: the early warning signs 9:53 There but not present 11:12 Josh's story: "I fired my wife" 14:26 How a man reengages after he's checked out 15:04 Repentance, owning it, and regaining respect 17:19 Let them draw the targets, you hit them 19:06 Passivity in the church: attender vs. churchman 20:15 Masculinity as the glad assumption of responsibility 22:04 Finding your calling: affinity, ability, opportunity 24:30 Why men matter most in kids and youth ministry 26:14 The spiritual fathers who shaped us 27:21 Passivity in the state: defining terms 28:28 Church and state: the immune system of a culture 33:05 Why so many men have checked out of the public square 36:05 Is Jesus Lord over the nations too? 37:37 Render unto Caesar, rightly understood 39:36 The consequences: significant but not eternal 43:37 Only one worldview can be right 44:01 Closing