For Masculine Christianity: A Review

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I recently read through Zachary Garris’ Masculine Christianity, and it was not what I thought it would be.

I had heard many good things about the book from friends and colleagues and so had been looking forward to reading it for some time. I was expecting it to read something like a shock-jock, masculine-pilled, cage-stager that had nothing but polemical zingers (I don’t know Zachary Garris obviously).  As enjoyable as 60% of that type of book would’ve been, this was even better.

Instead of the ravings of an immature patriarchal-pilled man-boy, Masculine Christianity is the work of a mature level-headed “older” man. It is surgical in its precision, calm in its execution, and steady-handed with the knife. Garris handles the Word of God with care, reverence, and faithfulness, rightly dividing it, so that every thought is taken captive to the obedience of Christ and no argument is left standing with any clothes on.

Chapter by chapter, Garris takes up new opponents and their twistings of Holy Writ. With each chapter, every twisting of Scripture is untwisted as he moves from opponent to opponent, leaving the destruction of complementarian-compromisers, feminist-fanatics, liberal-lunatics, and cowardly-crusaders in his wake.

The manner in which Garris does this is itself masculine. Garris deals with the text of Scripture, engaging the original languages (though you don’t have to know them to follow), and explaining the Word of God according with logical exegetical reasoning.

His argumentation is based on objective truth, not how one might feel about it. He is no preparer of word-salads. This book is not over-sensational. There are no flowery stories to create fluff and cushion around the meat of the argumentation (which is often a more feminine tactic). He engages in no emotional manipulation.  He is direct, clear, and masculine in style.

At the same time, there remains a number of very tweetable one-liners.

This is a needed book in reformed or “reformed-ish” circles. It is a needed book in the mano-sphere, and among the red-pill boys. Garris writes to us like a mature father, showing us the way of Scripture. He talks directly to men, calling them to be masculine patriarchs, yet he does not chastise us in a humiliating “Driscollian” fashion. He understands the challenges feminism and the modern world has brought to young men today. Yet, that is no excuse, and we need to be told that.

Furthermore, contrary to what the green-haired crazies might say, this book does not advocate hatred or oppression of women. This book honors women as much as any book could, according to biblical standards.

Indeed, Garris shows us that biblical patriarchy, or masculine Christianity, is the absolute best thing and most loving thing for our women and children in our families, churches, and societies.

Garris not only shows us these things from exegetical grounds, but also gives us a sampling of what the church has said throughout history. You will find this book to be a nice resource on your shelf after reading.

Upon reading this book you will have no question as to what the Bible says on the matter. You will only be left with the choice to obey God or to disobey God. Choose wisely.

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  1. This review highly recommends Garriss book, highlighting its clear, logical, and exegetical approach to biblical patriarchy. The reviewer appreciates the authors masculine style and his respectful yet firm stance, finding the book to be a valuable resource for understanding biblical manhood and its benefits for families and churches.nyt game

  2. This review really highlights how Garris tackles biblical interpretation with such clarity and conviction. I appreciate the emphasis on exegetical reasoning and the straightforward, masculine approach to discussing important theological issues. It’s refreshing to see such a well-reasoned defense of biblical patriarchy presented in a respectful manner.labubu live wallpaper

  3. This review of Garriss book really resonates with me. I appreciate how the author emphasizes the importance of a masculine approach to Christianity, grounded in Scripture and logical reasoning. The way Garris dismantles various twisting of the Word is both refreshing and necessary. Its clear that he understands the challenges facing men today and calls us to be courageous, biblically faithful patriarchs without resorting to cheap emotional manipulation. The historical context and the clear exegesis make this a compelling read for anyone seeking to understand biblical manhood and womanhood. The book avoids the sensationalism and fluff, focusing instead on the meat of the argumentation. Its a needed voice in these times, challenging us to choose obedience to Gods truth. Ill definitely keep this on my shelf as a resource.

  4. This review of Garriss book sounds like a breath of fresh, no-nonsense air in the often-fluffy theological breeze. Who needs flowery stories when you can have direct, logical, masculine reasoning that leaves no room for word-salads? The idea of a book that cuts through the theological fog with such clarity and leaves behind only the choice between obedience and disobedience is both appealing and slightly terrifying. The comparison to a mature father guiding men is nice, but lets be real, we all know what happens when fathers get too direct – its either wisdom or a lecture about chores. Still, the promise of a book that doesnt engage in emotional manipulation and sticks to the meat of the argumentation is a welcome change. Just hope it doesnt demand we all start calling our wives compromisers behind their backs.

  5. Hilarious! Sounds like the perfect book for the weekend – after Ive finished debating the correct way to open a can of paint with my theology degree. Gotta love a author who doesnt get bogged down in word-salads or flowery stories. Just pure, unadulterated logical reasoning (and possibly a lack of original language skills, but whos counting?). The part about being a mature father while simultaneously telling men they *need* to be told what to do is peak comedy. And the best part? It all rests on objective truth that conveniently ignores feelings! Perfect for the bookshelf next to that dusty Men Are Not Chicks manual. Choose wisely indeed!

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