Genesis: Called to Lead, Empower, and Ignite

From as early as I can remember, God has been weaving a story in my life—shaping me, refining me, and preparing me for a purpose greater than myself. As I reflect on my journey, it’s clear that everything I’ve walked through, both the trials and triumphs, have all been part of His divine preparation.

I grew up in a small fishing village on the North East Coast of Ireland, where everyone knew everyone. It was a place of strong ties and unspoken expectations. My father, a man of strength, loyalty, and unyielding resolve, cast a long shadow. He was respected, revered, and known for his toughness and resilience among his peers. Growing up, I often felt like I was chasing that shadow, trying to live up to the expectations placed on me—both real and imagined. My father taught me invaluable lessons, both through his direct guidance and his example. He instilled in me a strong work ethic, a sense of duty, and a loyalty to family and community. Yet, like all of us, he was a fallen man in a fallen world, and some lessons, though well-intended, left me searching for deeper truths.

In my youth, I wrestled with identity and purpose, living under the weight of perception and striving to prove myself. I rebelled against the pressures of expectations, only to find that the freedom I sought couldn’t be found in rebellion. It wasn’t until my mid-to-late 20s that I began the true journey of self-discovery—one that required me to step out from the shadow of others and into the saving knowledge of Christ and of God’s calling on my life.

We as men today, face a world that seeks to undermine excellence, dismantle masculinity, and devalue purpose. Yet, God’s call for men is as clear now as it was in the beginning: to have dominion, to bear fruit, and to walk courageously in the authority He has given us. My mission is to gather, challenge, and build up a tribe of men who are ready to answer that call—not as lone wolves, but as brothers, sharpened by one another and strengthened by Christ.

The journey to becoming a godly man—a leader, a father, a warrior of faith—is not an easy one. It is a path marked by trials, refinement, and accountability. But it is also a path of joy, purpose, and eternal significance. It begins with surrender, continues with discipleship, and bears fruit through service to His legacy.

I am here to walk this road with you, not as a perfect man, but as one who knows the refining fire of God’s grace. Together, we will step into the fullness of what it means to be men after God’s own heart, equipped to lead, love, and serve with courage and integrity. This is my call, and this is my promise: to speak life, ignite fire, and lead leaders into the abundant life God has prepared for them.

My journey to this point has been marked by God’s undeniable hand in my life—a journey of revelation, refinement and responsibility. At every turn, I’ve been reminded that the gifts and favour I’ve experienced are not for my glory but for His purpose. The Iron Table is the fruit of this calling, not as a platform for one man, but as a table prepared for a tribe of men committed to building one another up in their unique callings and gifting for the advancement of God’s Kingdom and for the benefit of mankind.

In Scripture, we see the power of brotherhood and wise counsel time and again. Proverbs reminds us, “Iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another” (Proverbs 27:17). Just as God raised leaders like Daniel to speak wisdom and to dissolve doubts unto kings and influence nations, I believe He is calling men today to rise up, live with excellence, and walk boldly in their God-given authority.

Daniel’s life is a testament to how faith, courage, obedience and more over; the anointing of God! - can change the course of history (on that note, let’s not cower away from the fact that so many men are unqualified and unanointed for the titles and positions they have given to themselves. But know this; unless it is of God, it will be burnt up!). Anyway, through Daniels's unwavering, anointed commitment to God, he was not only protected but positioned to bring clarity and wisdom to those around him. Daniel’s example compels and moves me more than any other hero of faith. The lessons within Scripture have taught me that when we dedicate ourselves to walking God's walk, He equips us with everything we need to fulfil His plans—whether through wisdom, courage, or the favour to lead and influence.

The Iron Table was forged from a lifetime of God-breathed guidance and sculpting, with a consistent impression in my heart for supernatural, rare men—men who long to be more than mere bystanders in life but instead step fully into their God-given purpose and calling. It is a response to the need for just men, men of integrity, courage, and conviction, who are equipped with the clarity and certainty required to carry out their duties as leaders, protectors, and builders in their families, communities, and the Kingdom of God.

This vision has been cultivated through countless moments of surrender, as God has refined me through trials and triumphs alike, whispering His purpose into my spirit and fanning the flame for a brotherhood of godly men. The Iron Table stands as both a call and a challenge—a place where men come to sharpen one another and grow into the fullness of who God created them to be, united in mission, and unyielding in their pursuit of excellence and faithfulness. It is the culmination of God’s patient work in me, resulting in a passionate desire to see men walk boldly into their destinies, unencumbered by fear and driven by divine purpose, a community of godly men who sharpen one another, encourage one another, and challenge one another to live boldly for God. It’s about walking together, not as isolated individuals, but as a brotherhood, united in our shared mission to build the Kingdom and leave a legacy of faith and impact.

At The Iron Table, we stand as equals—not because we are all the same, but because we are all uniquely called. Paul reminds us that “There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord. There are different kinds of working, but in all of them and in everyone it is the same God at work” (1 Corinthians 12:4-6). This truth shapes everything we do here. Each man brings his own strengths, experiences, and talents to the table, and together, we forge a stronger, more vibrant body of Christ.

In my own life, I have seen God move in ways that defy explanation—whether it’s through vivid dreams and their immediate interpretation, moments of boldness that dissolve fear, or the favour to walk unharmed through circumstances that should have left me broken or dead. These are not the results of my strength or effort, but of God’s faithfulness. The same Spirit that equipped leaders like Daniel, Paul, and others is alive and at work in each of us today!

The Iron Table is a place where that same Holy and Anointed Spirit is honoured and cultivated. It is where men come to seek wisdom, courage, and purpose, knowing that the fire of one man can ignite the flame in another. Together, we sharpen, refine, and encourage one another to walk boldly in the callings God has placed on our lives. It’s about more than one man’s journey; it’s the journey of a tribe of men stepping into the fullness of who God has called them to be—leaders, servants, and warriors for the Kingdom.

“Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings; they will not serve before officials of low rank” (Proverbs 22:29). My prayer is that this community becomes a place where godly men are equipped to walk in excellence, live with purpose, and impact the world for Christ.

The Iron Table is not an idea—it is the fruit of God’s work through a lifetime of preparation. This brotherhood was birthed in the heart of God and forged in the crucible of faith, uncertainty, and perseverance. From the lessons of childhood to the trials of adulthood, through seasons of clarity and seasons of waiting, God has been weaving together every experience, challenge, and victory to shape this mission. Slowly and deliberately, He has built this vision brick by brick, not through human ambition, but by His design and purpose. (All that is, let all that I am, be for Your Glory Jesus. and if you say “Put this all on the alter and walk away”, give me the peace and liberty to willfully and joyfully bend both knees, Master!)

Each step of the journey required trust—trust that He was working even when the path seemed unclear, trust that His promises would be fulfilled in His perfect timing. It is through this journey of faith and expectation that The Iron Table has come to life—a platform and a community dedicated to sharpening men, equipping leaders, and building godly character for the glory of His Kingdom.