30 Day Battle-Ready Challenge - Leadership for Christian MenSample

Day 15: The Watchman’s Role

Reflection: Most men naturally embrace the role of protector for their family and home. Think about this: if you knew an intruder was coming tonight to break in and harm your family, what would you do?

My guess—you wouldn’t go to sleep. You’d be prepared. For me, the doors would be locked, the dogs would be on alert, and the safety would be off.

But here’s the question that hit me: do I have that same level of vigilance when it comes to protecting my family spiritually? Honestly, not always. It’s easy to get buried in the busyness of life and miss the moments where I need to be on guard.

So what does being a spiritual watchman look like for a battle-ready warrior? It’s not complicated:

• Leading devotionals to open the door for questions and conversations about faith.
• Praying intentionally with your family.
• Watching for signs of spiritual struggle—when they’re under attack or wrestling with doubt.

Being a watchman doesn’t mean stepping in as the hero for every battle, but it does mean staying alert, paying attention, and being ready to act. God has positioned you as the primary watchman in many areas of your life. Don’t abandon your post. Be still long enough to truly see and hear what’s happening around you.

Mission: Recognize your role as a watchman. Identify the specific areas and relationships where God has called you to preside and protect.

Field Order: Humbly confess to your family where you’ve slipped in this responsibility and share your plan to step up. Have the conversation—and then follow through.