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Monday, September 29, 2025 · 35 min

How to be a Godly Man

Noah Herrin · Song of Songs 1:2 · Sexuality series

Noah Herrin preaches from Song of Songs chapter 1 about what it looks like to be a godly man. He argues that cultural messages devalue male leadership, but Scripture calls men to pursue Christlike character, protect sexual purity, provide for and value their families, and maintain a good reputation. Using Solomon's love songs, he extracts practical markers of godly masculinity: character, reputation, faithful affection for one wife, financial provision, and sexual purity. He closes with an invitation to repent, follow Jesus, and a public declaration for men to live out those commitments.

“With God's help, I will leverage my whole life for the good of others and for the glory of God. I will do hard things... I remember who I am. I am a man of God.” · Noah Herrin

Take it with you

Prioritize Christlike character over appearance; your inner life will outlast external attractiveness. Men are called to protect sexual purity, be the primary providers/heads in ways that serve their household, and to visibly value their wives. Seek accountability, heed godly counsel, and make concrete habits (show up, work hard, respect authority, do what you say) to build reputation and provision.

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Key Scriptures

Song of Songs 1:2"Kiss me and kiss me again" (woman initiating intimacy in the chapter)
Song of Songs 2:7"Not to awaken love until the time is right."
1 Corinthians 16:13"Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, and be strong."
1 Timothy 5:8Anyone who does not provide for their relatives and especially for their own household has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

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