Lover. Warrior. Teacher. King.

Like Joshua Seeing Through the Lenses of a Kingdom Man

Via The Joshua Commission

I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened so that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what is the wealth of His glorious inheritance in the saints, and what is the immeasurable greatness of His power toward us who believe, according to the might working of His strength. ~Ephesians 1:18-19

I am a Lover, warrior, teacher and king.

Lover. Warrior. Teacher. King. These are what TJC calls the Eyes of the Heart—the lenses through which we see our relationships, interactions, and witness. They represent the functional roles of our identity as Kingdom Men. We put them on and take them off as each situation requires—with one exception: we NEVER remove the lens of Love.

Love is the foundation. Every other lens builds upon and is strengthened by it. Jesus said the world would know we are His disciples by how we love one another (John 13:35). You are first and foremost His.

The Warrior lens seeks justice, yet is guided by grace and mercy. We are not violent as the world defines violence. We wage war on our knees against the true enemy. We stand in the gap for our families, homes, neighbors, and communities—physically when necessary—not through hatred, but through sacrificial love. Like Joshua, we are called to be strong and courageous, standing firm in faith and obedience to God’s command.

The Teacher lens is that of the disciple-maker—the legacy builder. Through Scripture and example, the teacher instructs, trains, rebukes, and corrects in the spirit of righteousness (2 Timothy 3:16).

The King lens reflects our sonship and inheritance. Kingdom Man, have no doubt: you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, set apart for His possession (1 Peter 2:9). You are called to proclaim His excellencies and to extend His gifts with authority and humility. Be strong and courageous in leading with love and truth.

Tool: Whenever you put on glasses (eyeglasses, sunglasses, safety glasses, etc) remember that you see through the Eyes of the Heart. Recite John 13:35 or Ephesians 1:18–19, and each time,  let that truth reshape how you see the world.

THE KINGDOM MAN’S CREED

I am a Kingdom Man. I am created by God to bear His image. I am a son and viceroy for my Fathers work. I am a lover, warrior, teacher and king.

I am a Kingdom Man. Like Joshua, I will be strong and courageous. I will train my mind and body for the battles to come. I will discipline my heart, eyes and tongue to be steadfast and faithful to the calling on my life.

I am a Kingdom Man. If a husband, I love and serve my wife, if a father, a loving father to my children. I will love and lead them as Christ loves the Church. If a brother, uncle, guardian, mentor or friend, I will give honor in all of my relationships. I will lead, teach, correct and train in the spirit of righteousness.

I am a Kingdom Man. I am called to break down barriers and free others from strongholds. I am a Peace Maker. My armor is Truth, Righteousness, Grace and Humility. I will stand in the gap for my neighbor to defend gospel justice for the marginalized. 

I am a Kingdom Man. God is my provider. He has given me gifts and talents to exemplify Him with the work of my hands. I will work with diligence and excellence. My labor will be honest and its fruits purposeful.

I am a Kingdom Man with a Kingdom vision. Commissioned by Christ. My life is the Father’s. I am intentional. I will grow in my faith, be consistent in my actions and leave a legacy worthy of the race I have run.

I AM a Kingdom Man!