Men of God – A Blog Series for Married Men Who Lead, Love, and Live with Purpose

By Dr. Layne McDonald

"Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Do everything in love."
—1 Corinthians 16:13–14 (NIV)

Welcome, Brothers. Welcome, Warriors. Welcome, Men of God.
In a world where masculinity is either misunderstood or misused, this space is carved out not as a retreat—but as a call to rise. The Men of God blog series is designed specifically for married men who are not just trying to survive modern life but are committed to thriving in it—as husbands, fathers, leaders, providers, and sons of the Most High.
This isn’t a motivational series that pats you on the back with vague platitudes. No, my friend—this is spiritual steel. Forged in the fire of biblical truth, scientific insight, Assembly of God foundational teaching, and real-world grit, each article in this series will serve as a blueprint, a battle plan, and a balm.

Why This Series Matters Now More Than Ever

• Marriage is under attack. According to the Pew Research Center, the divorce rate among Christian couples is nearly identical to the secular world. This shouldn’t be.
• Fatherhood is faltering. Nearly 1 in 4 children in America live without a father at home (U.S. Census Bureau).
• Men are weary. Anxiety and depression among men have risen 60% in the last decade (CDC, 2024).
• Biblical leadership is scarce. Even in our churches, men often feel disconnected, undervalued, or spiritually passive.

The Men of God series is here to reignite purpose and recenter priorities—not just through words, but through Christ-centered wisdom in action.

What You Can Expect from This Blog Series

• Faith-Filled Lessons: Rooted in Scripture and Assembly of God doctrine, these teachings will be practical and theologically sound.
• Marriage & Fatherhood Tools: Learn how to speak life into your wife, connect with your children, and bring peace and leadership to your household.
• Work-Life Balance for Warriors: Navigate stress, burnout, and your calling as a provider with grace, grit, and godliness.
• Scientific Backing: Each article will be reinforced by psychology, neuroscience, or sociology when applicable—because faith and science are not enemies.
• Famous Quotes & Time-Tested Wisdom: Timeless voices from Scripture, history, and contemporary leaders will echo through each post.
• Bullet Points, Takeaways, and Action Steps: Every article ends with tools you can use tonight to grow as a man of God.

Topics We’ll Cover

• How to love your wife like Christ loved the Church (Ephesians 5:25–33)
• The art of leading without dominating
• How to create a home where peace lives and joy grows
• Provision vs. Presence – Why your paycheck isn’t your only job
• Combating lust, laziness, and lukewarm living
• Building legacy through integrity
• Embracing vulnerability without weakness
• When you're failing silently—how to cry out to God and rise again
• Prayer life in chaos – How to lead spiritually when everything’s noisy
• Practical ways to shepherd your family in the digital age

A Final Word to the Married Men Reading ThisYou don’t need another self-help guru.

You need truth. You need honor. You need brotherhood.

But above all—you need God at the center of everything you are.
You are not just a husband.
You are not just a father.
You are not just a paycheck.

You are a warrior, a worshipper, and a watchman on the wall of your family’s spiritual future.
This is your place.
This is your time.
This is your tribe.

Your Next Step:Start by reading the first article in the series:
“Husbands, Love Her Loud: The Sacred Mission of Serving Your Wife Like Christ”
And subscribe for weekly posts that will sharpen your soul, strengthen your steps, and shape your family’s future.

With grit, grace, and godly fire,
Dr. Layne McDonald

Need coaching? Reach out to Layne McDonald on LinkedIn.