This is what happens when men live as sons, not slaves
Here are the stories of men who found hope, brotherhood, and a way back to who they really are.
Corey, 34
York, PA
Bringing Kingdom has given me something I didn’t even realize I was missing — a true brotherhood of men where I can be completely real. It’s a place where I feel safe, understood, and never judged. I can show up with my victories and my struggles, and I’m met with honesty, grace, and support. In a world where many men feel isolated or disconnected, this community has been a powerful reminder that we’re not meant to do life alone. It’s been one of the greatest gifts and missing pieces in my journey.
Ken, 33
Sugar Hill, GA
Bringing Kingdom has given me a new and deeper perspective on what it truly means to be surrounded by brotherhood. It is more than simply being part of a group; it is being part of a community of men who genuinely care about your growth, your heart, and your walk with Jesus.
To be surrounded by brothers who not only hold you accountable for your actions but also speak Truth into your life when you need it most is something profoundly meaningful.
This brotherhood represents a collective of different journeys, stories, and seasons of life, all converging on the same foundation—men sharpening one another as iron sharpens iron. Through this, my faith and my relationship with Jesus have grown exponentially. It is not just about setting aside time once a week to meet; it is about building a rhythm of life that values authenticity, encouragement, and spiritual growth.
Each gathering is something I look forward to—a sacred space to be vulnerable with men I trust, to share my struggles and victories, and to have Truth and wisdom spoken into my life in return. These moments remind me that none of us are meant to walk alone; we are designed for connection, accountability, and encouragement in Christ.
Over the years, my circumstances have changed—sometimes dramatically—but the men of Bringing Kingdom have remained steadfast. They have provided unwavering support, hope, and a consistent opportunity to pursue truth together. Their example has reminded me that faith is not a solitary journey; it is a shared pursuit of becoming more like Jesus, side by side with brothers who are equally committed to the call.
Ben, 50
San Antonio, TX
I met Steve and Bringing Kingdom at a truly pivotal moment in my life. While it may sound cliché, everything around me was coming apart at the seams. Steve was exactly who God placed in my path to walk with me through the false identities I had built over the years.
In many ways, Steve saved my life.
He was patient, humble, and completely transparent about his own journey—so much so that I finally felt safe to unfold mine. The Bringing Kingdom message of stepping into your true heavenly identity is revolutionary. It’s the kind of truth that doesn’t just change a person; it changes generations.
Steve carries a genuine heart for this movement, and I will never be the same because of it.
Jed, 54
Reno, NV
I joined Bringing Kingdom about a year ago, and it has truly been a much-needed boost to my spiritual journey. This past year has been challenging—I’m in the middle of a divorce. While it’s extremely amicable, it’s still hard on me. It wasn’t caused by infidelity, but it has deeply impacted my sense of self-worth.
I’ve been in recovery from alcohol for 27 years, and one thing I’ve learned is that there can never be too much of God in my life. When I first got sober, I was angry at God—I saw Him as punishing. Over time, I’ve come to understand that God is not a punishing God, but a God full of grace. I don’t pretend to know why we go through what we go through, but I do believe it’s all part of His plan—and for that, I am learning to be accepting.
Bringing Kingdom reminded me of this truth. It helped me see that this divorce may have nothing to do with me and everything to do with God’s work in my ex-wife’s life. The men in this group have helped me realize it’s okay to have the thoughts I have, but I don’t have to act on them. We share our experiences openly, and in doing so, we help each other through struggles. We share our secrets without judgment, knowing we are not alone.
This world is full of beauty, and sometimes that beauty brings temptation. It’s everywhere—on social media, in books, magazines, TV, movies, even billboards. How do I avoid it? Honestly, I haven’t figured that out yet. But what I do know is that having a safe place to share without judgment is a game changer.
My goal is simple: to be a better person today than I was yesterday. There’s a saying in AA: “More will be revealed.” I believe that—even in struggles. But what if we added this: “More will be revealed if I’m in a spiritually fit condition.” That’s powerful.
I’ll be honest—I love alcohol. But I know it destroys my spiritual fitness and, ultimately, my life. So that’s not an option for me. But I also know my spiritual fitness is affected by gambling and pornography—my current battles. Bringing Kingdom holds me accountable without judgment. It reminds me I’m not alone and that we’re all fighting something. I get to be there for others, and I know they’re here for me—just like God.
Stephen, 34
Grayson, GA
There’s a lot that has happened to get me to where I am today. I was living a life of adultery and lust, filled with insecurities and lies. This all came to a boiling point in 2023 when my wife found out about my years-long affair.
At this point, my life and hers came crashing down. The image that I had worked so hard to uphold as a Christian, good husband and father was all destroyed at my own doing. I was kicked out of the house and left to answer a question that I hadn’t asked myself because I was always afraid of the answer: who am I?
Through a connection, I met Steve who brought me to the Bringing Kingdom group. What started as me joining a group of guys to talk about our mistakes and affirm one another turned into a group where we could spill our hearts, emotions, frustrations, and “vomit” to get everything we’ve held in for so long—with the hope not necessarily of fixing anything, but of finding out the why and, more importantly, knowing we are never alone with what we are feeling.
Over the years and even since everything in my life blew up, I haven’t been perfect. But I know that when I slip and fall, I have a group of guys to lean on. My brothers aren’t there to say that what I’m doing is okay, but instead to dissect why I made those decisions and to remind me that I am not alone.
Steve and the Bringing Kingdom community have helped me in my recovery and my discovery, and I don’t know where I would be without my band of brothers.
Jason, 40
Orlando, FL
Shortly after completing a 12-week intensive therapy program, I joined several men's groups to stay committed to my recovery, including the Bringing Kingdom group. Three years later, looking back, BK has been by far the most transformative in my journey. The men share an unwavering commitment and raw honesty.
We dive deep into our inner worlds, uprooting long-buried lies, then encourage and remind one another of God's truth and His purpose for us. For the first time in my life, I've experienced true freedom from that stronghold, and I thank God for leading me to this ministry!
Brad, 70
Johns Creek, GA
All my adult life, I lived like an island—never close to anyone and never truly honest or transparent. The shame and heartache of my past kept me in isolation, exactly where the enemy wanted me: stuck in my pain. My counselor told me that if I wanted to move toward wholeness, I needed to step into community. That eventually led me to Bringing Kingdom.
For the past six years, my Bringing Kingdom men’s group has been a place where men pursue God wholeheartedly—where honesty is valued, struggles are spoken out loud, and judgment is absent. I am heard with empathy, but never at the expense of God’s holiness. Through this community, God has been shaping me.
Bringing Kingdom has helped me grow more honest with Him, and therefore more responsive and malleable to the movement of His Spirit.
David, 34
Atlanta, GA
The Bringing Kingdom community has been essential to my journey toward wholehearted living as a beloved son of the King. Every man needs a safe place to be authentic, a space where the Great Physician can truly go to work. I can honestly say that without the brotherhood here, I would not have been able to walk victoriously through the toughest seasons of my life. To the man reading this: Don’t believe the lie that you can do this alone. Leaning on other men is not weakness; it is exactly what we were made for. Iron sharpens iron.
Aaron, 41
Atlanta, GA
There are a lot of counselors, churches, medications, small groups, and therapies offered today, but I have found that Christian men like myself still struggled to find a place that met a basic need: to be fully known and accepted by other men. A place where it is ok to be broken and honest without feeling shame, imposter syndrome, or the need to have the answers.
Bringing Kingdom is a special place where men of faith can open up, be vulnerable, and be safe. Addiction and lies die when brought into the light, and when other men rally around, relate, and speak the gospel truth to each other in love. It is a unique community that fills a desperate need in our culture.
Authentic community is impossible without being known, and being known is impossible without vulnerability, and being vulnerable is difficult unless you believe you are safe. This is that safe place.