ManUp Moment - Jay Cookingham

Brothers, sonship is a journey, not a destination. It's a constant process of becoming more like Jesus, the ultimate example of a son living in perfect obedience and love for the Father.

Brothers, our sonship in Christ isn't just about identity; it's about purpose and the incredible favor bestowed upon us by God. This favor isn't based on anything we do, but on who we are in Him.

For many men, identity is a tangled mess. We tie our worth to our job, our bank account, or the car we drive. But this orphan spirit, constantly seeking to prove itself, leaves us empty and insecure.

Man-made titles are like cheap trophies – they tarnish and lose their shine over time. You could be a CEO, a star athlete, or a war hero. These titles might bring temporary recognition, but they can't define who you truly are.

You are more than the mistakes you've made, the titles you hold, or the struggles you face. You are restored men, living with a purpose that goes beyond anything this world can offer. This purpose is rooted in your sonship – your identity as a beloved child of God.

Jesus sat down and ate with betrayers and deserters… with men who fell asleep when He needed them to pray. Knowing all this, Jesus still wanted to be with them, such was His love for them.

Jesus had not yet died on the cross when he told His disciples to eat and drink “in remembrance of me.” There must be more that Jesus wants us to remember

When we act like Jesus, we are not only living up to our God-given potential, but we are also helping to break down the destructive stereotypes of masculinity. We are showing the world that there is a better way to be a man.

Sonship is God the Father restoring sons to His original design. When we are restored (through redemption) to a deep relationship with God, sonship is our new identity.

God’s design of restoring a man's heart is so much more than a simple repair job. It's a complete restoration!