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The Oath of Manhood

8 ATTITUDES AUTHENTIC MEN HAVE
The Oath of Manhood

The Oath of Manhood
I am Teachable.
I am Determined.
I am a Gentleman.
I am Principled.
I am Loving.
I am Open-Hearted & Open Minded.
I am a Bridge Builder.
I am a Warrior.
I AM AN AFFRICAN AMERICAN MAN OF GOD.
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The Oath of Manhood (meaning & basis)

Attitude Meaning Basis
1. I am Teachable. I am strong enough to know that I need help. I need the Lord and I need other people. Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
2. I am Determined. Pain doesn’t make me give up. It makes me grow. Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted.
3. I am a Gentleman. I am assertive like Christ, not aggressive. I always treat everyone with respect. Blessed are the meek for they will inherit the earth.
4. I am Principled. I make choices based on my principles and goals, striving for moral integrity & personal excellence. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
5. I am Loving. I try to love others the way that Jesus Christ has loved me, seeking their highest good. Blessed are the merciful for they will be shown mercy.
6. I am Open-Hearted & Open Minded. I am not defensive. I have opened myself deeply to God’s truth, and He gives me wisdom in everything I face. Blessed are the pure in heart for they will see God.
7. I am a Bridge Builder. I try to understand others and find win-win solutions to problems. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
8. I am a Warrior. I fight for justice & true freedom for my people, with Christ’s power pulling down the strongholds that hold them captive. Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
I AM AN AFFRICAN AMERICAN MAN OF GOD.
Harambee, Harambee, Harambee, Harambee, Harambee, Harambee
HARAMBEE!

Resources:
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