To Propose LCMS Men’s Ministry

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To Propose LCMS Men’s Ministry   
WHEREAS, Christ warns us that in the last days “Because of the 
multiplication of  wickedness, the love of most will grow cold” 
(Matt. 24:12, Berean Study Bible [BSB]) and “when the Son of Man 
comes, will he find faith on earth?” (Luke 18:8); and  Saint Paul 
admonishes us “Watch you, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be 
strong” (1 Cor. 16:13 BSB); and 
W
HEREAS, Christian men face increasing hostility from a culture 
that speaks of “toxic masculinity” and mocks their faith in God; and 
WHEREAS, Just as athletes and soldiers have a better chance of 
success when working together, Scripture teaches: “As iron 
sharpens iron, so one [man ] sharpens another” (Prov. 27:17 BSB); 
and 
WHEREAS, The Synod would reap inestimable benefits from a 
Christ-centered, Bible-based men’s ministry; therefore be it 
Resolved, That we encourage all congregations to become part 
of the Synod’s men’s m inistry to provide opportunities for all 
Christian men to: 
• encourage their Synod brothers in spiritual growth by regular 
Bible study, prayer, and gatherings on the c ongregation, 
circuit, district and Synod level; 
• build strong families as faithful sons, brothers, husbands, 
fathers, and grandfathers; 
• confess the faith once delivered to the saints (Jude 3); 
• provide for and protect the church and her pastors; 
• visit orphans and widows in their affliction (James 1:27). 
Mid-South District 
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