Embracing Your Identity as a Kingdom Man

Devotional

Day 1: Visible Faith in Everyday Life

A kingdom man is not a secret agent Christian; his faith is visible and evident in all areas of his life. He is unashamed of his spiritual identity and operates under divine authority, making it clear to those around him that he belongs to God. This means that his actions, words, and decisions are all influenced by his commitment to Christ. He does not hide his beliefs or shy away from opportunities to share his faith. Instead, he embraces his identity as a follower of Jesus and lets it shine through in every interaction and situation. This public declaration of faith is not just for Sundays but is a daily commitment to live out his beliefs in a way that others can see and be inspired by. [00:22]

Matthew 5:14-16 (ESV): "You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven."

Reflection: In what specific ways can you let your faith be more visible in your daily interactions this week?

Day 2: Integrity and High Character

Integrity and high character are hallmarks of a kingdom man. In his workplace and community, he does not compromise truth for popularity, demonstrating a commitment to God's principles in every decision he makes. This means that he stands firm in his values, even when it is difficult or unpopular. He understands that his actions are a reflection of his faith and that he is called to be a representative of Christ in all areas of his life. By maintaining integrity and high character, he sets an example for others and earns their respect and trust. [00:56]

Proverbs 11:3 (ESV): "The integrity of the upright guides them, but the crookedness of the treacherous destroys them."

Reflection: Identify a situation where you are tempted to compromise your integrity. How can you choose to uphold your values instead?

Day 3: Leadership and Influence

A kingdom man influences others by providing leadership, correction, and support. He is a role model for other men and boys, showing them how to live a life that honors God and respects others. This influence is not about exerting power or control but about serving others and guiding them towards a deeper relationship with Christ. By living out his faith authentically, he inspires others to do the same and creates a ripple effect of positive change in his community. [01:17]

1 Timothy 4:12 (ESV): "Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity."

Reflection: Who in your life can you intentionally mentor or support in their faith journey this week?

Day 4: Respect and Dignity in Relationships

Respect and dignity in relationships are crucial for a kingdom man. He treats women with honor, never resorting to abuse or dishonor, understanding that his actions reflect his faith and influence others. This means that he values and respects all people, recognizing their inherent worth as children of God. He seeks to build others up and create healthy, supportive relationships that reflect the love of Christ. By doing so, he sets a standard for how others should be treated and creates a culture of respect and dignity. [01:37]

Ephesians 5:25 (ESV): "Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her."

Reflection: How can you show greater respect and honor to the women in your life today?

Day 5: Public Declaration of Faith

Going public with one's faith is essential for a kingdom man. Until others know of his relationship with Jesus Christ and see His word guiding his decisions, he has not fully embraced his role as a kingdom man. This public declaration is not just about words but about living a life that is consistent with the teachings of Christ. It is about being unashamed of the gospel and willing to share it with others, even when it is challenging. By doing so, he fulfills his calling to be a witness for Christ in the world. [02:12]

Romans 1:16 (ESV): "For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek."

Reflection: What is one specific way you can publicly declare your faith this week, either through words or actions?

Sermon Summary

A kingdom man is a man of influence, someone whose life is a testament to his faith and commitment to God. He is not a secret agent Christian, hiding his beliefs or his allegiance to Christ. Instead, he is like a man proudly wearing the jersey of his favorite team, making it clear where his loyalties lie. His faith is evident in every aspect of his life, from his neighborhood to his workplace, where he operates with integrity and high character, refusing to compromise truth for popularity. A kingdom man is a leader, influencing other men and boys to follow his example by providing leadership, correction, and support. He treats women with dignity and respect, never resorting to abuse or dishonor, because he understands the power of his influence.

When a kingdom man goes public with his faith, it becomes clear that he represents another king and another kingdom, not just on Sundays but every day of the week. His life is a reflection of God's presence, and he is unashamed to be identified with Him. The question then becomes, what is your influence? How many people know that you belong to Jesus Christ and have surrendered your life to Him? How many are aware that His word guides your decisions? Until you go public with your faith, you are not yet a kingdom man. It is only when you openly declare your relationship with Jesus Christ that you truly embody the essence of a kingdom man.

Key Takeaways

1. A kingdom man is not a secret agent Christian; his faith is visible and evident in all areas of his life. He is unashamed of his spiritual identity and operates under divine authority, making it clear to those around him that he belongs to God. [00:22]
2. Integrity and high character are hallmarks of a kingdom man. In his workplace and community, he does not compromise truth for popularity, demonstrating a commitment to God's principles in every decision he makes. [00:56]
3. A kingdom man influences others by providing leadership, correction, and support. He is a role model for other men and boys, showing them how to live a life that honors God and respects others. [01:17]
4. Respect and dignity in relationships are crucial for a kingdom man. He treats women with honor, never resorting to abuse or dishonor, understanding that his actions reflect his faith and influence others. [01:37]
5. Going public with one's faith is essential for a kingdom man. Until others know of his relationship with Jesus Christ and see His word guiding his decisions, he has not fully embraced his role as a kingdom man. [02:12]
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Youtube Chapters

[00:00] - Welcome
[00:22] - The Identity of a Kingdom Man
[00:38] - Public Declaration of Faith
[00:56] - Integrity and High Character
[01:17] - Leadership and Influence
[01:37] - Respect and Dignity in Relationships
[01:54] - Living for Another Kingdom
[02:12] - The Call to Go Public
[02:30] - Conclusion and Reflection

Bible Study Guide

Observation Questions

What does it mean for a kingdom man to "go public" with his faith, according to the sermon? [00:22]
How does the sermon describe the way a kingdom man should treat women? [01:37]
What are the characteristics of a kingdom man in his workplace, as mentioned in the sermon? [00:56]
How does the sermon illustrate the influence a kingdom man has on other men and boys? [01:17]

Interpretation Questions

How does the metaphor of a man wearing a jersey relate to the concept of a kingdom man going public with his faith? [00:38]
In what ways does the sermon suggest that a kingdom man's life should reflect God's presence every day, not just on Sundays? [01:54]
How does the sermon connect the idea of integrity and high character with the influence a kingdom man has in his community? [00:56]
What does the sermon imply about the relationship between a kingdom man's public declaration of faith and his role as a leader? [02:12]

Application Questions

Reflect on your own life: Are there areas where you might be acting as a "secret agent" Christian? How can you begin to make your faith more visible in those areas? [00:22]
Consider your workplace or community: How can you demonstrate integrity and high character in your daily interactions? What challenges might you face in doing so? [00:56]
Think about the influence you have on others: How can you actively provide leadership, correction, and support to those around you, especially younger men and boys? [01:17]
In your relationships, particularly with women, how can you ensure that you are treating them with dignity and respect? What changes might you need to make? [01:37]
How can you make your relationship with Jesus Christ more evident to those around you? What steps can you take this week to "go public" with your faith? [02:12]
Identify one specific way you can live out your faith in a way that reflects God's presence in your life every day, not just on Sundays. What practical steps will you take to achieve this? [01:54]
How can you ensure that your decisions are guided by God's word? What practices can you implement to keep His word at the forefront of your decision-making process? [02:12]

Sermon Clips

A kingdom man is a man of influence when he goes public it is clear that he belongs to God operates under Divine Authority and is not ashamed of his spiritual identity a kingdom man is not a secret agent Christian he's not a spiritual SE Representative no he goes public his surrender to Jesus Christ becomes clearly identifiable like a man wearing a jersey of his favorite team it's clear who he supports and where his commitment Lies. [00:12:16]

When a kingdom man goes public his neighborhood knows that he belongs to God the folks at work who work with him know that he operates with integrity on the job has High character and does not compromise Truth for popularity when a kingdom man goes public it is clear that he's trying to influence other men and boys to become that kind of man by providing leadership correction by providing uh uh support. [00:51:16]

How he treats women with dignity and respect not being abusive and dishonoring because he's leveraging influence and when a kingdom man does that when it becomes clear that he represents another king in another kingdom not just in church on Sunday but Monday through Saturday in all of his Affairs of life then it becomes obvious that God has wrapped himself around this man and this man is not ashamed to be identified with him. [00:88:40]

And so what is your influence how many other people know that you belong to Jesus Christ and have surrendered your life to him how many people are aware that his word controls your decisions because until that happens you're not yet a kingdom man until you go public Nobody Knows It But you go public and let people know you're not ashamed of your relationship with Jesus Christ. [00:121:719]

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