Becoming a Noble Wise Man: Laying the Foundation for Biblical Manhood

Becoming a Noble Wise Man: Laying the Foundation — biblical manhood rooted in humility, integrity, courage, discipline, and love.

"You can’t become a Noble Wise Man on your own. It starts with letting Jesus lead."

Welcome to the Noble Wise Men Podcast — where anything is possible, all through Christ. I’m your host, Kevin Leon, and whether you’re a longtime listener or finding us for the first time, I’m glad you’re here.

At Noble Wise Men, we exist to help young men in their pursuit of truth, virtue, values, morals, mindsets, and perspectives — all rooted in Christ. In this new series, Becoming a Noble Wise Man, we’ll explore what biblical manhood looks like in today’s world, grounded in scripture and practical wisdom.

This first installment lays the foundation: What does it mean to be noble?

What Does It Mean to Be Noble?

When we hear the word noble, we often think of royalty or people born into privilege. Historically, nobility came through:

• Hereditary succession

• Royal grants and honors

• Wealth, power, or marriage
  

But biblical nobility doesn’t come from family lines or earthly status. Instead, it’s rooted in our identity as children of God:

“But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.” — John 1:12-13 (ESV)

Nobility flows from obedience, godly character, and the calling God places on our lives. Throughout scripture, we see noble men like Moses, Daniel, Joseph, and Boaz—ordinary men who pursued extraordinary faithfulness.

The Biblical Call to Nobility

Scripture outlines what God considers noble:

“O Lord, who shall sojourn in your tent? Who shall dwell on your holy hill? He who walks blamelessly and does what is right…”  — Psalm 15:1-2 (ESV) “Her husband is known in the gates when he sits among the elders of the land.” — Proverbs 31:23 (ESV)

It’s not about reputation but about character — living with righteousness, truth, and integrity.

The Five Core Traits of a Noble Wise Man

As we journey through this series, we’ll focus on five essential traits that define godly manhood:

1. Humility: Recognizing Your Need for God Daily

“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you.”  — James 4:10 (ESV)

True humility means surrendering your preferences to God’s plan, even when it leads you down unexpected paths.

2. Integrity: Living the Same When No One’s Watching

“Whoever walks in integrity walks securely.” — Proverbs 10:9 (ESV)

Next episode, we’ll dive deeper into this topic: The Power of Integrity in Private. Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss it!

3. Courage: Trusting God Enough to Act Even When Afraid

“Be strong and courageous... for the Lord your God is with you.” — Joshua 1:9 (ESV)

Courage isn’t the absence of fear; it’s obedience despite fear.

4. Discipline: Denying the Flesh to Follow Christ

“I discipline my body and keep it under control.”  — 1 Corinthians 9:27 (ESV)

Discipline enables us to pursue God’s holiness over worldly desires.

5. Love: The Ultimate Fruit of a Surrendered Life

“The greatest of these is love.” — 1 Corinthians 13:13 (ESV)

Without love, all other traits lose their power.

The Full Picture of a Godly Man

A Noble Wise Man continually strives to:

• Surrender to Christ (Galatians 2:20)

• Live selflessly (Philippians 2:3–4)

• Pursue holiness (1 Peter 1:16)

• Walk in repentance (Psalm 51)

• Love his wife sacrificially (Ephesians 5:25)

• Remain sexually pure (1 Thessalonians 4:3–5)

• Guard his mind (Romans 12:2)

• Stay humble (Micah 6:8)

• Rely on God, not self (Proverbs 3:5–6)

• Love God and neighbor (Matthew 22:37–39)

This is the blueprint God gives us for noble manhood.

A Challenge for You

“Even if you’ve acted in a way inconsistent with who you want to be — what’s the next right step you’re going to take?”  — Dr. John Deloney

Becoming a Noble Wise Man is a daily decision. This week, choose one of the five traits we’ve discussed and take practical steps to grow in that area.

Remember: You don’t have to do it alone — Jesus leads the way.

Closing Encouragement

Don’t miss our next episode as we dive deeper into Integrity: The Power of Integrity in Private.

As always, what I have to say is nowhere near as important as what God has to say. I’ll leave you with His Word:

“Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom.”  — James 3:13 (ESV)

Make every day count. Let Christ shine through your words, actions, and character — not just on Sundays, but every day.