Young men don’t need platforms — they need formation. In this episode, Dr. Chris Harper and his co-host argue that the opposite of biblical masculinity is not femininity — it’s immaturity. They unpack Proverbs 4, Paul’s “follow me as I follow Christ,” and offer seven practical, uncomfortable, and necessary truths for young men who want to grow up in the faith.

In this episode of the Dr. Chris Harper Show, Dr. Harper addresses a growing crisis in the church and culture: young men trying to lead without older mentors. Drawing from Scripture and personal experience in youth ministry, Dr. Harper explains why passion alone is not enough — and why biblical wisdom is meant to be passed down through generations. From Titus 2 to practical ministry leadership, this episode highlights the essential role older men play in shaping courageous, disciplined and wise young leaders. In this conversation, you’ll learn: • Why young men need spiritual fathers • The difference between zeal and wisdom • What Scripture teaches about intergenerational discipleship • How mentorless leadership leads to burnout and error • How churches can cultivate strong, grounded young men God’s design has never been isolated leadership. Young men flourish when older men invest in them. Make sure to check out Amazing+ The World's First 0-18 strategy: http://joinamazing.com/freetrial

In this episode of Dr. Chris Harper’s Show, Real Truth in a Soft World, Dr. Chris Harper and Josiah explore what faithful fathers understand about pain, growth, and the formation of resilient children. The conversation centers on how modern parenting’s obsession with comfort and convenience often weakens kids rather than prepares them for real life. Instead of removing every obstacle, faithful fathers learn to stay near their children while allowing them to experience struggle, responsibility, and natural consequences. Drawing from Scripture, lived experience, and timeless wisdom, the episode examines how endurance is formed, why responsibility builds strength, and how wisdom grows when parents resist the urge to rescue too quickly. Dr. Chris and Josiah challenge fathers to rethink pain not as something to eliminate, but as something that—when anchored to meaning—shapes character, faith, and perseverance in the next generation. World-class curriculum, free for small churches — so you can focus on what matters most. Click the link to learn more: http://joinamazing.com/everychurch