Lion Leadership

The Five Pillars

God created you to be a leader

Faith, Family, Fitness, Finances, and Friends — five foundational, progressive pillars for the man God created you to be.

God created you to be a leader. Many men don't understand this mandate, but scripture is clear that God made man to be the head — the leader. Unfortunately, too many men have never been taught — mentored — in the process of understanding and learning what Godly leadership is. As a result, American society is in decline because men have abdicated their role as leaders.

Lion Leadership is based on 5 foundational, progressive pillars: Faith, Family, Fitness, Finances, and Friends. These are not just foundational to living an effective Christian life — they are building blocks any man can use, step by step, to become the man — the leader — God created him to be.

The time is now! The person is YOU. Step in! Step up! Engage! Be bold as a lion!

A man's hands resting on an open Bible

Pillar 01

Faith

Faith is the first step in the process — the pillar that supports all the others. Without a solid foundation in Christian faith, every other pillar is at risk of failure.

  • Most men take their relationship with Christ casually — seldom reading or studying scripture
  • Only 30% of men who claim to be Christians attend a Bible-based church, and of that group, only 1 in 6 take part in any ministry initiative
  • Many men know ABOUT God without truly knowing God

The Pillar of Faith draws men into — or back into — a true, personal relationship with Jesus, until faith becomes the foundation for both who they are and everything they do.

A father walking with his family at golden hour

Pillar 02

Family

The family is the most important unit in God's creation — where values are established, life skills are passed down, and the Gospel message begins. When Christ is placed at the head of the home, marriages heal, children grow with a strong foundation, and families become a blessing to others.

This pillar equips men to lead their families well — following Christ's example as they love, lead, teach, and give sacrificially to their wives and children.

A man running on a country road at dawn

Pillar 03

Fitness

This is not about five days a week at the gym chasing a ripped body. A man on mission for God — pursuing Christ, marriage, family, and ministry — needs energy. Scripture tells us our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit.

  • Understanding what your body needs
  • Getting appropriate exercise for sustained energy
  • Fueling your body properly, with adequate rest
  • Working with your doctor to address health concerns
A man reviewing his household budget

Pillar 04

Finances

Financial issues cause some of the most brutal arguments in marriages. This pillar equips men to manage money wisely — not just budgeting and investing, but communication, conflict resolution, and getting husband and wife on the same page.

  • Understanding where you are financially — income, expenses, debt
  • Developing a plan to get out of debt, and the discipline to stick to it
  • Building wealth, planning for retirement, and learning to give generously
A small group of men meeting together

Pillar 05

Friends

Modern culture has lied to men, telling them they're alone — “if it is to be, it is up to me” is a lie straight from the pit of hell. God created men to live in community. Isolation kills; community builds.

  • Building trust and long-term relationships
  • Mentoring and being mentored
  • Realizing your struggles are not uncommon

This pillar builds a close-knit community through Facebook Live events, small group engagement, online and in-person gatherings, and long-term relationships.