Act Like Men: Marks of a Godly Man - Ben Johnson | First Assembly Church

This past Sunday, our Lead Pastor, Ben Johnson, preached a message entitled “Act Like Men, Marks of a Godly Man.” Pastor Ben unpacked Paul’s exhortation in 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 to “be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong,” while reminding us that everything we do must be done in love. He explained that biblical manhood is not about dominance or pride, but about living with courage, humility, and steadfast faith in Christ. Pastor Ben encouraged us to remain spiritually alert, grounded in God’s Word, and clothed in the character of Christ, as described in Galatians 3:27-28. He also highlighted that godly men lead with love, reflecting God’s heart by pursuing justice, mercy, and humility, while caring for the vulnerable as seen in Micah 6:8 and Psalm 68. This message challenged us to pursue a life marked by strength, faithfulness, and Christlike love. ✍️ Notes Title: Act Like Men, Marks of a Godly Man – Ben Johnson Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong.Let all that you do be done in love. 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 (ESV) I am about to go the way of all the earth,” he said. “So be strong, act like a man, and observe what the Lord your God requires… 1 Kings 2:2-3 (NIV) And all who have been united with Christ in baptism have put on Christ, like putting on new clothes. There is no longer Jew or Gentile, slave or free, male and female. For you are all one in Christ Jesus… Galatians 3:27-28(NLT) Watchful: “Be watchful,” Therefore put on the full armor of God so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then… Ephesians 6:13-14 (NIV) Leads with Love: “Let all that you do be done in live.” He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the Lord require of you But to do justly, To love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God? Micah 6:8 (NKJV) … His name is the Lord. A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows… Psalm 68:4-6 📅 UPCOMING EVENTS Check our Calendar here: https://fachurch.churchcenter.com/reg... 🔗 STAY CONNECTED Take your NEXT STEP: fill out a short form that’ll help us get the conversation started: https://www.fa.church/nextsteps First Assembly | @fa.church @fa.seton https://www.fa.church   / fa.church     / fachurchyyc   🎵 LIKE OUR WORSHIP Tehillah Worship | @tehillahworshipyyc https://www.tehillahyyc.ca/worshiphttps www.instagram.com/tehillahworshipyyc   / tehillahworshipyyc