Q.02: The Four Faces of Manhood

This week we learned about the four faces of Manhood, which if understood properly helps if we live lives which are noble; but if we are out of balance with any these faces, we live lives which at best drag us down. At the worst, we live lives that are damaging ourselves, and very likely the lives of those around us, those we love.

The best of these faces are summarized below:

• The King
  Righteous Energy--Convictions, Moral Courage, Servant Spirit, Righteous Leadership
  

  Proverbs 4:18 "But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, which shines brighter and brighter until full day."
  Proverbs 20:7 "The righteous who walks in his integrity-- blessed are his children after him!"

• The Warrior
  Conquering Energy--Initiative, Protecting, Provides, Perservering, Fights (endures),
  

  1 Timothy 6:11-12 "But as for you, O man of God, flee these things. Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness. Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called and about which you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses."

• The Lover
  Romantic Energy--Tenderness, Sensitivity, Sacrificial Care, Emotional Openness, Physical Affection
  

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

• The Friend
  Connecting Energy--Loyalty, Accountability, Challenge, Fun
  

  Proverbs 17:17 "A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity."
  Proverbs 27:17 "Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another."

Okay guys, if you are ready, what are your thoughts/responses to the question for this session:

1. Which of the four faces of manhood can you most identify with? Why?
2. Which of the four faces do you need the most help with right now? Why?