Uncommon Men

Trials and challenges are guaranteed. But one key skill is to use remembrance. God told Aaron and Moses to create priestly garments with special stones on the shoulder pieces. Those stones were as "a memorial before the Lord." God also told Joshua to build a heap of stones as "stones of remembrance" as a reminder of God's faithfulness with his people. How has God worked in your life over the years? What are the highest points? Do you regularly recall those events when things get tough?

In this episode, I dive into the critical steps you need to take before leaving your job for another one. The grass is not always greener on the other side. But you also don't want to miss out on a great opportunity? How can you make sure you are taking a wise "look before you leap?" Listen to this episode. It might save you from one of the worst decisions you make. Or, it will propel you forward. 

7 Affirmations For Mental ToughnessI’m reading the book UNFU*K Yourself by Gary John Bishop. He’s an author, speaker, and philosopher. https://garyjohnbishop.com/In his book he has seven affirmations designed to get you out of your head and into your life. Here they are:I am willingI am wired to winI got thisI embrace the uncertaintyI am not my thoughts; I am what I doI am relentlessI expect nothing and I accept anythingThough not a Christian, many of the principles of this book have the ring of truth. Truth is truth whether it's revealed from nature or revealed from God. But without divine revelation, truth about ourselves is incomplete. So, I’ve added to Gary’s principles where they lacked Biblical structure and depth. Here’s my revised version:I am called by God and willing to goGod calls people.Follow Me, and I will make you...I am wired and gifted by God to answer that callingWe are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works which God prepared beforehand. (Eph. 2:10)Now concerning spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be uninformed…(1 Cor. 12)I got this by the power of the spiritThink of your life as a train track...You will receive power when the holy spirit comes upon you (Acts. 1:8)And with great (A)power the apostles were giving their testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and (B)great grace was upon them all.I embrace the uncertainty For we walk by faith, not by sightHebrews 11I am not my thoughts; I am who God says I am and what I doEphesians chapter 1I am relentlessI press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. (Phil. 3:14)I expect difficulty and I expect the providence to cut a path through itAgain Paul… (2 Cor. 11:22-28)

When God calls a man He calls him to a journey. That journey is full of twists and turns. Challenges and triumphs. Here are some highlights from the book of Daniel to encourage you when you're in the midst of serious amounts of stress. 

ObservationsGod called Adam to cultivate and keepQuote from Kingdom Man by EvansIdentityPosition - In ChristTemperament Enneagram types https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-descriptionsDISC types https://www.discprofiles.com/blog/2017/03/disc-personality-types/Strengths Strengths Finder 2.0My strengths, my weaknessesGiftsLeadership, service, giving, mercy, etc.Pray for clarity on thisQuestionsHow does God see you?How do you see yourself?How do others see you?ApplicationsWrite yourself a letter as if God is telling you how He wants you to see yourself - the way He sees you.Braveheart seen when William Wallace talks to People don’t follow titles, they follow courage. If you would lead them to freedom, they would follow. And so would I.  - The moment of identity. Any guy can work 9-5, watch football, and make kids. It takes an uncommon man to make an impact that lasts for eternity. Please RATE AND REVIEW on iTunes! Thanks!

Learn how to overcome as a band of brothers. Your brothers need you, and you need them. Get prepared so you can stand firm in the faith.

Who is your Paul, and who is your Timothy? God's will for men is clear - discipleship. And the method outlined is clear from Moses to Jesus - Biblical Mentorship. Learn how to forge a life-changing bond with other men that lasts for eternity. 

Learn how to triumph over the Devil's opposition to your life as a Christian man.

Are you a common man or an Uncommon man? Uncommon men walk with God. They make an impact for the kingdom of God. They know life is short and meant to be lived to the full. Learn how to forge character, vision, skills, and relationships as you answer God's calling on your life.