30 Day Battle-Ready Challenge - Leadership for Christian MenSample

Day 3: The War in Your Mind

Reflection: Sometimes, it feels like there's nowhere to hide. Attacks come from every direction, and just when things seem to quiet down—that’s when the enemy wants you to let your guard down. The truth is, the fiercest battleground isn't physical—it's in your mind.

Here’s the deal: the enemy doesn’t need your body if he can hijack your thoughts. If he gains a foothold in your thinking, he’ll do everything possible to fan that flame of distraction, distortion, and destruction—until you’re no longer a threat to his agenda.

And the attack is often subtle. Take social media, for example. What starts as a harmless way to stay connected or informed can quietly evolve into an obsession. The algorithm isn’t concerned with your walk with God—it just wants your attention. Whether it’s hobbies, politics, or hunnies—they’ll find a way to hook you, and once they do, the garbage starts piling up.

A battle-ready man knows when his mind is under siege. That’s why high-level warriors often throttle—or even trash—anything that opens the door to attack. Just like elite athletes are intentional about what they consume for peak performance, we must be just as intentional about what we allow into our minds.

Here’s a pro tip: renewing your mind starts with intentionality. Guard what comes in. When something shows up that pulls you away from Christ—you’ll know it. The question is: what are you going to do about it?

Mission: Identify the toxic content that’s been dominating your intake—news, social media, YouTube, apps, or whatever else. Replace it with content that draws you closer to God, not further away. This requires real self-awareness, and let’s be honest—most guys stop short even after spotting the problem. Don’t be most guys. Shatter the mold.

Field Order: Audit your last 24 hours of content. What did you consume—and what consumed you?

Spot the trash. Identify its source.
Now it’s garbage time—take it out.