Chapter 10: Basic Training: Knowing and Resting in Who You Are

The purpose of this chapter is to make the statement:

“Now that you know there is an enemy, it’s time to prepare, practice, and engage!”

I want every man to know that he is equipped for this! We all are learning “how to” use the God- given equipment against the unholy trinity. There is so much going on— how could any man believe he could handle it on his own or worse, assume somehow, someway he could control it? The Father’s training is extensive and multi faceted.

A huge part of training is knowing and experiencing that we are becoming like Him— Jesus. Learning how to engage in the world, both fiercely and lovingly like He did, is where the men are separated from the boys. Few men truly make the move. A man must learn how to see and hear the rhythms of grace as well as the cadence of battle. Now that the true man is coming alive, we must learn what to look for in our training and see what this battle is all about... Love! And make no mistake; we are still in the thick of this battle. The hearts and futures of men, women, and children are at stake.