Stronger Through the Struggle: Mental Health, Masculinity, and God's Grace

In this powerful episode of the Men After God podcast, Dustin Alley and Luke Sorensen address Men’s Mental Health Month head-on, tackling the tough but essential conversation around masculinity, vulnerability, and emotional healing.

They explore the biblical balance of weeping and laughing, sharing personal stories and spiritual insights into how men can process grief, trauma, and discouragement without losing faith. Drawing lessons from the life of Job, they emphasize the power of presence, brotherhood, and spiritual surrender.

You’ll learn how to:

• Heal from childhood trauma without shame
• Find strength in emotional honesty
• Build support systems rooted in faith and community
• Recognize the purpose of pain and the grace of God in every season

Whether you’re in a season of grief or joy, this episode offers real hope and biblical wisdom for every man ready to grow stronger through the struggle.

🕐 Time Stamps

1:58 Understanding Seasons of Life: Weeping and Laughter

3:41 Navigating Difficult Seasons with Faith

6:41 The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Mental Health

10:05 Surrendering to God in Difficult Times

12:38 Finding Growth Through Grief

17:33 The Importance of Community in Healing

19:32 The Burden of Sharing: Embracing Vulnerability

22:48 Authenticity in Grief: The Power of Being Real

24:12 The Importance of Presence: Supporting Others in Pain

32:53 Weeping for His Glory: Finding Purpose in Pain

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