What does it mean to be a Gatekeeper? It is far more than a title or a role. It is a way of life, a mindset that has moral, physical, and spiritual dimensions.
Guarding Ourselves
We are first and foremost Gatekeepers of our own lives and our own souls. That means watching carefully what we allow in—what we listen to, what we dwell on, what we entertain.
Every thought, every influence is a decision. A Gatekeeper chooses to guard the heart and mind, refusing to let evil take root.
Standing Watch for Others
The physical side of Gatekeeping is about more than being a protector. It is being a watchman over our lives, our loved ones, and our fellow man. It is choosing to stand in the face of evil and protect the innocent who stand behind us.
A Gatekeeper stands up against wrong, speaks for what is right, and defends life—every life. We protect without regard to belief, background, race, or status, because every life has value.
This mindset says: if evil is coming, it must come through me first.
This is not about militancy or bravado. It is about love. No greater love is there than to lay down one’s life for another. That is the truest act of sacrifice.
Spiritual Courage
The spiritual side of Gatekeeping is just as vital. It is being attentive enough to recognize the presence of evil when it comes, and bold enough to confront it.
That boldness does not come from us. Our strength, courage, and hope come only from our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
The Gatekeeper’s Call
There are many kinds of Gatekeepers, but they all share one thing: the courage to face fear head-on. We do not run. We do not cower. We do not seek a fight—but when evil crosses the line, we are ready.
To be a Gatekeeper is to draw that line in the sand and say: evil will not prevail here. Though we may face fear, harm, or even death, we accept those consequences with bravery, knowing that love is stronger than hate and that Christ’s light will always overcome the darkness.
This is the mindset of a Gatekeeper.
What We Can Do
The need for true Gatekeepers is great. Our world is desperate for men and women who will:
Guard their own hearts and minds.
Protect the lives of others without hesitation or prejudice.
Stand up for what is right when it is costly.
Live with courage rooted in faith, not fear.
If this describes you, then you are already walking the path of a Gatekeeper. The challenge is not to wait for someone else to step forward—it is to decide today that when evil comes, it will have to come through you first.
