Reclaiming Biblical Masculinity: Fighting for Men's Mental Health with Martin Pelders
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Join host Thami Ntsoko on JustGospel as he sits down with Martin Pelders, founder of Matrix Men, an organization that's been championing men's mental health and biblical masculinity for 14 years.
Starting as a support system for men who suffered childhood sexual abuse, Matrix Men has evolved into a comprehensive mental health organization addressing the crisis facing modern masculinity. With 68% fatherlessness in South Africa and an "attack on masculinity" worldwide, Martin shares why the church and society desperately need authentic, godly men to step up.
Key Discussion Points:
The evolution from supporting abuse survivors to broader men's mental health advocacy
Why churches have become feminized spaces that men no longer feel comfortable in
The 20-week trauma recovery program and monthly fireside meetings for men
Creating safe spaces where men can talk without being preached to
The upcoming 8-week Christian masculinity program using Jesus as the model
Addressing male victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse
How discrimination against men impacts families and communities
Practical advice for starting men's groups outside traditional church settings
Powerful Statistics:
Martin reveals that more boys than girls suffer sexual abuse in South Africa, and these traumatized boys are four times more likely to perpetrate rape as adults. With rape statistics climbing from 36,000 (2021) to 53,000 (2023), addressing men's trauma is crucial for breaking cycles of violence.
"We need masculine men who lead like Jesus led - as servant leaders who protect, provide, and mentor their families." - Martin Pelders
This episode challenges the notion that masculinity is toxic, instead calling men back to biblical manhood that serves, protects, and leads with love. From practical tips for church leaders to hope for prodigal fathers wanting to return home, this conversation offers solutions for the masculinity crisis.
Contact Matrix Men: Martin@matrixmen.org
Subscribe to JustGospel Radio and catch us live at www.justgospelradio.co.za
#JustGospel #MensMinistry #BiblicalMasculinity #MentalHealth #MatrixMen #SouthAfricanChurch #Fatherhood
Starting as a support system for men who suffered childhood sexual abuse, Matrix Men has evolved into a comprehensive mental health organization addressing the crisis facing modern masculinity. With 68% fatherlessness in South Africa and an "attack on masculinity" worldwide, Martin shares why the church and society desperately need authentic, godly men to step up.
Key Discussion Points:
The evolution from supporting abuse survivors to broader men's mental health advocacy
Why churches have become feminized spaces that men no longer feel comfortable in
The 20-week trauma recovery program and monthly fireside meetings for men
Creating safe spaces where men can talk without being preached to
The upcoming 8-week Christian masculinity program using Jesus as the model
Addressing male victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse
How discrimination against men impacts families and communities
Practical advice for starting men's groups outside traditional church settings
Powerful Statistics:
Martin reveals that more boys than girls suffer sexual abuse in South Africa, and these traumatized boys are four times more likely to perpetrate rape as adults. With rape statistics climbing from 36,000 (2021) to 53,000 (2023), addressing men's trauma is crucial for breaking cycles of violence.
"We need masculine men who lead like Jesus led - as servant leaders who protect, provide, and mentor their families." - Martin Pelders
This episode challenges the notion that masculinity is toxic, instead calling men back to biblical manhood that serves, protects, and leads with love. From practical tips for church leaders to hope for prodigal fathers wanting to return home, this conversation offers solutions for the masculinity crisis.
Contact Matrix Men: Martin@matrixmen.org
Subscribe to JustGospel Radio and catch us live at www.justgospelradio.co.za
#JustGospel #MensMinistry #BiblicalMasculinity #MentalHealth #MatrixMen #SouthAfricanChurch #Fatherhood
