Prayer: The Leader’s First Move
Intro
Every man faces pressure, decisions, and responsibility. You can’t carry it alone. Prayer isn’t optional, it’s your lifeline to God, the only One strong enough to guide and sustain you.
This post is part of a leadership series inspired by Donald Whitney’s Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life. Whitney unpacks timeless practices that train believers for godliness. Just as athletes train daily, men must practice these disciplines to grow in Christlikeness and lead with integrity.
Chapter 2 Overview
Whitney stresses that prayer is essential for spiritual health. It’s more than asking God for things—it’s communion with Him, aligning your will with His, and depending on His strength. Neglecting prayer weakens every other spiritual discipline.
Leadership Application
A man who doesn’t pray leads on empty. Prayer fuels clarity, courage, and humility. It reminds you that God is in control and keeps you from living by pride or panic.
Practical Step + Resource
Start small: take 10 minutes each morning to pray through a psalm or a passage of Scripture, then intercede for your family, church, and work.
Call to Action
Don’t just face life’s challenges—face them in prayer. Be a man who leads from his knees before he leads with his words.