Preparation for the work ahead
If you have not already, schedule your 30-minute discernment call.
This conversation allows us to meet, clarify your intentions, and ensure we are aligned before the work begins.
This protocol must begin and remain rooted in your living union with the Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit. I am here to come alongside. This is not about works or performance. It must be led by communion, fueled by love and devotion to Him.
Before you begin, bring this into prayer. Ask God for a clear sense of peace and invitation. Consider honestly whether you have the genuine capacity to commit to this season, this is not something to add to an already overloaded life without His leading.
As those placed in positions of significant responsibility and influence, we are called to live in an upright, spiritually ordered way consecrated to what is true. As heirs in the kingdom of God, placed in positions of power and influence, you are expected to live a holy and blameless life, spiritually ordered and consecrated to Him.
See Deuteronomy 17:14–20, Romans 13:1–7
This protocol assumes a foundation of orthodox Christian faith. Participants are expected to:
- Attend a local church regularly
- Affirm the Nicene Creed as a summary of Christian belief
The Nicene Creed
“I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible.
I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; through him all things were made.
For us men and for our salvation he came down from heaven, and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end.
I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church. I confess one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.”
— The Nicene Creed
This protocol asks for real time and presence.
These are conditions that make deep formation possible.
- 15–30 min of prayer and Bible reading (One Year Bible Reading Plan recommended)
- 20–30 min of physical exercise without a device
- Daily practice of confession in prayer
- One hour weekly session with your guide
- Attention to the week’s assigned prompts, practice and reflection
- A day of fasting
- A Sabbath day — on the same day each week
- A “no device” day
- Simplicity — Am I living in excess? Is there anything I can release?
- Generosity — Am I giving in my time, money, and gifting?
- Charity — Am I giving to those in need, without seeking recognition?
What this work may require
Everyone enters this protocol from a different place. The work is most effective when you are genuinely willing to follow wherever the Lord leads. That may include:
- Allowing the Holy Spirit to surface areas of sin that need true repentance including agreements, vows or patterns around substances, compulsive behaviors, sexual sin, or places of political or ideological idolatry
- Seeking reconciliation with those you have hurt, or who have hurt you
- Examining any involvement in Freemasonry or Masonic organizations, for yourself or your family, and openness to prayer for release from any vows or spiritual ties
- Committing to ongoing accompaniment or support after the protocol concludes
- Scheduling one full day of personal retreat during the eight weeks