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Do the modern portrayals of our men make anyone else angry? I was in the store the other day, and noticed a mom getting a DVD for her young children. It was The Simpsons Movie. I instantly bristled inside. How inappropriate is that for children? It may be a cartoon, but even I am not old enough to watch it. Why does it bother me? I have never even sat through one episode of the Simpsons. I didn’t need to. I saw enough. In one word—Homer. This man/husband/father/breadwinner is portrayed as a stumbling, bumbling, stupid, selfish, uncaring oaf. Throw in the dumb mom and the incredibly disrespectful, foul-mouthed kid, and it’s a recipe for disaster. And it ain’t just the Simpsons either! Has anyone else noticed? TV ads everywhere. Is there one advertisement anywhere that portrays our men as the wise, strong, hardworking, caring, loving, admirable people that they can be, and that I believe, deep down, want to be? I don’t think so. Sitcoms? Nope. Mostly the men there are portrayed as dumb, clumsy, lazy, lascivious, thoughtless jerks. Dramas? Same thing—plus the source of tremendous pain for the women who are the heroes these days. Email jokes?? I’m sure I don’t have to even explain this one. We have all seen them. Lots of us laugh and forward them on. I’ve been guilty. But in reality, they are NOT funny. They are degrading to our men. OH, I know, I know, that phrase is usually spoken about something the PC people regard as “degrading to women”. But I know I’m right. These things are degrading to our men. And we should be ashamed! God placed these precious men here on a mission to lead, shelter, provide for, and protect their families. I think the silent, underappreciated majority turn themselves inside out and upside down to accomplish that mission. Is this how we as individuals and as a society repay them? And you know what, I’ve never heard even one of them complain about it either. Shame, shame on us. Gentlemen, I have at times been guilty. I apologize from the depths of my heart. I could never do what you do with so little appreciation. I respect and admire you. May God bless you as you go about quietly accomplishing the tasks set before you, even without the respect and gratitude you deserve from us. Thank you. Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths |
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 7/25/2008 12:24 am |
"Honor all." --1 Peter 2: 17a Sadly, I don't recall ever hearing this crucial two-word sentence taught in Bible study. I think it's one of the most important passages in Scripture. Amen? Of course the NIV has to differ. Lol. wpx1 © Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/22/2008 4:25 am |
"Honor all." --1 Peter 2: 17a Sadly, I don't recall ever hearing this crucial two-word sentence taught in Bible study. I think it's one of the most important passages in Scripture. Amen? Of course the NIV has to differ. Lol. wpx1 © Come see my Blog. And Enjoy! And, if interested, you may be able to view my profile.  Hallelu-Yah! Praise Yah! wpx1 ©
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7/21/2008 9:58 pm |
AMEN! Preach it, sister! Thanks, every word sincere and I could have gone on too! Makes my blood boil!! GBY, man of God and brother in Christ!!! Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/21/2008 8:21 am |
AMEN! Preach it, sister!
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7/18/2008 10:08 pm |
 awesome post, I followed Mia here  and agree with you so much I'm going to do a post with my thoughts on itWere you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/18/2008 2:20 pm |
awesome post, I followed Mia here and agree with you so much I'm going to do a post with my thoughts on it Luv is patient, kind, unselfish, hopes 4 the best...
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7/18/2008 6:35 am |
I agree with NJBeliever. This is an attack on the family unit. If the enemy can steal respect from the head of the home, the family falls apart. If the family falls apart, the nation follows. These type of shows make me sick in my spirit. And it used to grieve me to the core when I observed my brother and his wife allowing their children to watch all that garbage as they were growing up. Amanda, great post. We need to support our men. God bless you for posting this!
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7/16/2008 1:59 pm |
Meow is Pete. And Pete is Meow. Funny how that works, eh? I also noted that you had a new blog titled "Best post of the day...", clicked on the link and found that you were referring to THIS blog. I am honored and humbled. Thank you, Sister! Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/16/2008 1:28 pm |
Thank you. And BTW, which of you wonderful men of God is Pete??? [post 133245] Save a life, please adopt your next pet from a shelter, pound or rescue. "Iron Chef Bobby Flay, willing to sacrifice life and limb all in the name of flavour!". Alton Brown "Well you black out lane-lines one and three, and a four-lane highway becomes a two-lane comfort cruise". Kramer, "The Pothole" "If life gives you lemons, save the receipt". Stephen Colbert
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7/16/2008 9:08 am |
I so agree with you! I've been posting a bit on my blog about our roles, appreciating each other for who we are, repecting and honoring men of God, not undermining them with this horrible societal image/women's libbish baloney that has been so hurtful. Great post. Thank you. Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/16/2008 9:05 am |
A very good post Amanda and much appreciate you bringing this to light, the old senior pastor at the Asseblies of God church used to teach about how men are portrayed on these sitcoms before the current one took over and watched those cartoons and loved em. It is a social problem, all the comments here are good, Pete has given good insite, blessings Amanda Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/16/2008 9:03 am |
It's all a part of the effort to undermine and destroy the family unit, which is Satan's agenda. This is why there are so many households where the children run the parents. I also agree with Hidden Treasure about TV in general. It's very offensive and much of it is anti-Christian. And the Simpsons is a perfect example. Since the first season they have mocked Christianity, misrepresented it and have not stopped. ~Amanda~ Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/16/2008 6:50 am |
I so agree with you! I've been posting a bit on my blog about our roles, appreciating each other for who we are, repecting and honoring men of God, not undermining them with this horrible societal image/women's libbish baloney that has been so hurtful. Great post. Susan aka Red God gives the very best to those who leave the choices to Him. Fully Known and Still Loved Favorite Birthday Memory? God will sweat the small stuff for you
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7/16/2008 3:46 am |
It's all a part of the effort to undermine and destroy the family unit, which is Satan's agenda. This is why there are so many households where the children run the parents. I also agree with Hidden Treasure about TV in general. It's very offensive and much of it is anti-Christian. And the Simpsons is a perfect example. Since the first season they have mocked Christianity, misrepresented it and have not stopped.
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7/16/2008 2:01 am |
In South Africa a conference When 67000 men praise God changed many lives. There are follow up workshops that is maintaining the momentum. It is about men taking up their rightfull place. It is amazing how many families are being restored due to the man taking up his rightfull place. The Lord's order is being restored. You guys drive on the wrong side of the road!!!! Guest Book  
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7/16/2008 1:46 am |
A very good post Amanda and much appreciate you bringing this to light, the old senior pastor at the Asseblies of God church used to teach about how men are portrayed on these sitcoms before the current one took over and watched those cartoons and loved em. It is a social problem, all the comments here are good, Pete has given good insite, blessings Amanda Gods way is my way,...Clay
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7/16/2008 1:44 am |
The truth is the MOST shows on television are portraying anti-Biblical sentiments yet people sit themselves in front of the television daily, and watch that garbage. Ps:101:3: I will set no wicked thing before mine eyes: I hate the work of them that turn aside; it shall not cleave to me. Jn:14:15: If ye love me, keep my commandments. --Jesus.
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7/16/2008 12:08 am |
Grace......wow! What an awesome post, and with incredible truth. Our men have had their manhood taken away from them, and they have to fight to retain what God created them to be. Hats off to all our beautiful men! Hugs and Hugs to you! Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/16/2008 12:05 am |
AMEN, AMEN, and AMEN!!! God Bless You!!! Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/16/2008 12:01 am |
Hi Amanda, I am now quite persuaded that none of the women who responded to this post are members of the National Organization of Women, also known by it's acronym, NOW. I, a long while back cancelled cable TV and I have not even hooked up any antenna for over the airwaves TV. The little I can see is awful and dull, with RARE exceptions. And I have watched and laughed at the Simpsons for it's parody, but you have shown me my waywardness. I cannot think of ANYONE who was a role model and/or mentor in my growing years of a truly godly man. Or a man at all for that matter. Now my pastor is a great guy, but we grew up in the same generation with little example. I noticed quite a few ladies on this sight disparaging the lack of godly men. Where are they?? The truth is that I doubt VERY FEW if any of us were raised that way and now we find ourselves in our 40's and 50's trying to figure out what we are supposed to be with half a lifetime behind us trained the wrong way. This is the very serious result of a nation straying away from God. Kudos and Bravos Amanda!! Noting the tragic lack of mentors that our generation and the next has had to deal with, I have begun praying daily for God to teach His precious sons how to be the men he designed them to be. I believe with all my heart that this is the kind of godly man they want to become. I have also begun to pray for my future husband, that God would bless him, teach him, walk with him and fashion his heart in the way God would have it be. I've come to believe that this is my duty as a daughter of God. To give him the honor, prayer and respect he is due according to God's Word, even before I know him, so that he will be prepared by God to step into his God-ordained role within our home. I sure hope he's praying the same for me. And perhaps, within God's time, when we are brought together, we will both be mature enough in God's Will to accept our roles and bless each other as God intends. At least, I want to bring blessing upon my husband, should I be given such a priceless gift. Cayotes are going nuts tonight. It's a bit creepy. I need to get some sleep anyway. God bless and talk to you soon. Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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 7/15/2008 11:45 pm |
Grace......wow! What an awesome post, and with incredible truth. Our men have had their manhood taken away from them, and they have to fight to retain what God created them to be. Hats off to all our beautiful men!  PenelopeCaptive of Hope
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7/15/2008 11:05 pm |
AMEN, AMEN, and AMEN!!! God Bless You!!! Grace, like water, always flows downward, to the lowest place. Amazing Grace!!
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7/15/2008 10:24 pm |
Hats off to you for this dear Sister. Television on the whole shows up children to be disrespectful, men all womanizing, women to be haughty and far from the proverbs woman. In the world these role models are causing real damage. What should happen if we don't sell out: in these last days,while the world slips into its own pit,we will be the standard of integrity-kindness-love-peace-joy-patience-longsuffering-faith-meekness, you get the drift. We hopefully will be a witness that will cause people to want Jesus. Let us run the race with joy, knowing we need not do anything but listen to the voice of our master. Amen. I truly hope your words on the last days here become a STUNNING reality as regards the people of God! I look forward to it! Let your gentleness be evident to all. Philippians 4:5
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7/15/2008 10:13 pm |
Hi Amanda, I am now quite persuaded that none of the women who responded to this post are members of the National Organization of Women, also known by it's acronym, NOW. I, a long while back cancelled cable TV and I have not even hooked up any antenna for over the airwaves TV. The little I can see is awful and dull, with RARE exceptions. And I have watched and laughed at the Simpsons for it's parody, but you have shown me my waywardness. I cannot think of ANYONE who was a role model and/or mentor in my growing years of a truly godly man. Or a man at all for that matter. Now my pastor is a great guy, but we grew up in the same generation with little example. I noticed quite a few ladies on this sight disparaging the lack of godly men. Where are they?? The truth is that I doubt VERY FEW if any of us were raised that way and now we find ourselves in our 40's and 50's trying to figure out what we are supposed to be with half a lifetime behind us trained the wrong way. This is the very serious result of a nation straying away from God. Kudos and Bravos Amanda!! Let your gentleness be evident to all. Philippians 4:5
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7/15/2008 10:10 pm |
To Meow: Absolutely correct. I couldn't have said it better myself. I pray for that strong Godly man every day. Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/15/2008 8:15 pm |
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. The world, even the churches have tended to make sissies out of men over the last 60 years. This nation has gone down hill noticeably since 1953. Where are the "Real" men of God? Panzified and waring aprons, their manhood denied by the feminist movement in the church. Where are the men of integrity that will stand upon the principles of God at all cost in the public square and at home with their families? What are they afraid of losing? What women have told them they would lose? Is woman the head of man? So why would a Godly man listen and obey what is wrong? Yes dear, but this is what the Bible says, _____________, in a loving and gentle manner, firm, yet warmly. Man is to direct the family as Christ leads the Church. This is what is missing in too many places in this day and age. A Godly leader in the home, the man of the house. Committed to God first and then to his wife. Raising his children and if need be his children's children up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. A Godly wife is paramount in the home, for she nurtures the next generation to follow in their father's foot steps. This is God's plan. Know? Yes? ? . . Continue to be faithful, deliverance is near, obedience must be seen, be an unconditional blessing as He continues to bless you. This time is short, serve Him well, serving all. Without exception. Know? Yes? ? .
Meow ? .
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7/15/2008 7:29 pm |
Hats off to you for this dear Sister. Television on the whole shows up children to be disrespectful, men all womanizing, women to be haughty and far from the proverbs woman. In the world these role models are causing real damage. What should happen if we don't sell out: in these last days,while the world slips into its own pit,we will be the standard of integrity-kindness-love-peace-joy-patience-longsuffering-faith-meekness, you get the drift. We hopefully will be a witness that will cause people to want Jesus. Let us run the race with joy, knowing we need not do anything but listen to the voice of our master. Amen. Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/15/2008 7:27 pm |
Thank you for that, sister. I don't like the way anyone is portrayed on television-men, women, or children. That's why I don't watch secular television. I believe that our minds are like computers, and the old saying about data input is "Garbage in/garbage out." Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/15/2008 7:26 pm |
If men are to be the spiritual leaders we need them to be, it's simply not fair to belittle them. There are so many cartoons/characters on TV that really do nothing for a man's image. Frankly, I don't find them funny -- I'd rather watch Animal Planet. Great post, sister. Thanks Sis! Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/15/2008 7:25 pm |
Hi Amanda! Thank you for your sensitivity in posting this. I agree about the whole TV thing and I, too am guilty of all the men-bashing jokes and have unfairly judged many by the bad behavior of a few. I also want a Godly man for a husband, one I can respect, one who will be my covering, who will love me and honor me, as Jesus loved the church and gave Himself for her. Forgive me too men!  NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING This Post Rated XXX-If Sensitive, Please DON'T Read I'm Giving Away FREE Kudos, Come And Get Some!!! A Call To All Christians Who Will Pray!!! God Loves Addicts New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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7/15/2008 7:25 pm |
Give that lady a Heineken. Wanna go fishing? I got the worms. Now wait a minute, that didn't sound right!    The view from the observation deck is nice.  I got worms, spinners, powerbait, and eggs, and I bait my own hook to boot! LOLOL (That sounded perfectly fine to me--did I miss something?  )Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/15/2008 7:22 pm |
I love The Waltons. Good night, Mary Ellen. Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/15/2008 6:58 pm |
I agree with 1God2 We need more examples of GODLY MEN. There are Godly men out there. But we all see it... men who won't work. We all see more mothers and children in church than we see entire families. Rarely do we see fathers and their children without the mother. So here's three cheers for the men who DO as GOD called them to DO...  p.s. I quit watching tv going on 2 years ago.
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7/15/2008 6:30 pm |
Hats off to you for this dear Sister. Television on the whole shows up children to be disrespectful, men all womanizing, women to be haughty and far from the proverbs woman. In the world these role models are causing real damage. What should happen if we don't sell out: in these last days,while the world slips into its own pit,we will be the standard of integrity-kindness-love-peace-joy-patience-longsuffering-faith-meekness, you get the drift. We hopefully will be a witness that will cause people to want Jesus. Let us run the race with joy, knowing we need not do anything but listen to the voice of our master. Amen. From one bride to another, God keep you, bless you, increase you, Rhonda 
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7/15/2008 4:11 pm |
Thank you for that, sister. I don't like the way anyone is portrayed on television-men, women, or children. That's why I don't watch secular television. I believe that our minds are like computers, and the old saying about data input is "Garbage in/garbage out."
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7/15/2008 4:04 pm |
If men are to be the spiritual leaders we need them to be, it's simply not fair to belittle them. There are so many cartoons/characters on TV that really do nothing for a man's image. Frankly, I don't find them funny -- I'd rather watch Animal Planet. Great post, sister. Nancy Let us share one anothers burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ
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7/15/2008 3:52 pm |
Give that lady a Heineken. Wanna go fishing? I got the worms. Now wait a minute, that didn't sound right! The view from the observation deck is nice. Christians are like Timex watches. We take a lickin', but We keep on tickin'! Steve
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7/15/2008 3:46 pm |
I love The Waltons.
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7/15/2008 3:44 pm |
Agreed! Good post, sister! Would that men would be permitted to be as God made them to be. Lord knows I want that kind of a man for a husband some day. Were you the only one who ever lived; Jesus would still have done it all! We need to STOP spreading lies and half truths
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7/15/2008 3:30 pm |
Agreed! Good post, sister! Would that men would be permitted to be as God made them to be. Lord knows I want that kind of a man for a husband some day. [post 133245] Save a life, please adopt your next pet from a shelter, pound or rescue. "Iron Chef Bobby Flay, willing to sacrifice life and limb all in the name of flavour!". Alton Brown "Well you black out lane-lines one and three, and a four-lane highway becomes a two-lane comfort cruise". Kramer, "The Pothole" "If life gives you lemons, save the receipt". Stephen Colbert
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