Man in the Mirror

07/17/2026

Sometimes the most important thing you can do in a hard conversation is slow down long enough to understand what’s really happening inside you.

I recently had a conversation with my teenage son that could’ve gone very differently. The difference wasn’t that I had the perfect words, it was that I created a little space between my reaction and my response.

in this week’s dad‘s on tap podcast, the hidden places, I talk about how the quiet places with God can shape the loudest moments in our lives.

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07/17/2026

Faith doesn't just shape beliefs. It shapes lives.

The latest research points to a consistent pattern: men who actively practice their faith report stronger outcomes across some of the most important measures of human flourishing—including marriage stability, community connection, life satisfaction, and mental health.

That's not the end of the conversation. It's the beginning of one.

Our State of Young Men in America 2026 report explores what the data reveals about today's young men, where culture is shifting, and why this moment presents a real opportunity for those who care about the next generation.

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07/16/2026

What you fill your mind with first matters. Begin your day in God's Word and let His truth shape everything that follows.

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07/15/2026

Six months have already come and gone.

Mid-year is a good time to pause, not just to measure accomplishments, but to reflect on what matters most.

Ask yourself:

• Have I grown closer to Christ?
• Who have I encouraged?
• Who am I discipling?

Spiritual growth isn't measured by perfection. It's measured by faithfulness, one day at a time.

As you look ahead to the rest of the year, ask God where He's calling you to grow and who He's calling you to invest in.

07/15/2026

We often assume young fathers need better finances, more time, or practical parenting advice.

But our latest research points to something deeper.

43% of young fathers say they want spiritual guidance—making it one of the greatest needs they identified.

Behind the pressure to provide is a desire to become the kind of man their family needs. That's a conversation worth paying attention to.

Read more in The State of Young Men in America 2026—our free report exploring the cultural, relational, and spiritual trends shaping the next generation of men.

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07/14/2026

For nearly 40 years, Man in the Mirror has been equipping men to grow in their faith and become lifelong disciples of Jesus.

The Spiritual Fathers initiative builds on that mission by equipping older men with the confidence to mentor, encourage, and invest in the next generation.

One faithful relationship can leave a lasting impact.

Learn more about the Spiritual Fathers initiative at the link below.

https://maninthemirror.org/spiritual-fathers/

07/13/2026

Someone else's success shouldn't feel like your failure.

In a culture built on comparison, it's easy to mistake envy for discernment. We critique, question, and tear others down, all while hiding the deeper issue: a heart that struggles to rejoice when someone else is blessed.

The gospel invites us to something different. Instead of comparison, we choose charity. Instead of resentment, we learn to rejoice with those who rejoice.

Head to the link in the comments to read "We Still Can't Have Nice Things."

07/10/2026

One question changed my life. Find out more in the latest Dads on Tap podcast episode - LINK IN BIO

07/10/2026

07/10/2026

Instead of asking why young men are drifting, what if we asked what they're searching for?

Our latest research points to a generation looking for meaning, direction, and purpose. The opportunity in front of us isn't simply to observe that search—it's to meet them in it.

The State of Young Men in America 2026 explores the cultural shifts shaping young men today and what they mean for parents, pastors, mentors, community leaders, and young men themselves.

Download your free copy at the link in the comments and join the conversation today 👇