11. Beards

Beards are popular for the moment, especially in Reformed churches. What gives? "Growing a beard," said Charles Spurgeon, "is a habit most natural, Scriptural, manly and beneficial." We generally agree but outward symbols can mask ugly inward realities. Beards proclaim masculinity, but some use them to obscure effeminacy.

You'll hear choice quotes from God's Word, Spurgeon, Augustine, Julian the Apostate, Clement of Alexandria, and William Wallace.