The Irresistible Call of the Wild
“The mountains are calling and I must go” – John Muir Last week I was in the wild and back on the trail with my 17-year-old son. We were making… Read more »
The Fuel Behind a Passionate Fire for Fitness
In some fashion or another, I have worked out most of my life. I started when I played sports in high school, continued through college and into my adult life…. Read more »
The Man that “Puts It On The Line” Experiences God
If you are going to be all in believing God, you will have times where you must put it on the line. When you do, you place yourself in a… Read more »
The Exciting Challenges of Breaking Into The World Of Manhood
The challenge comes in every boy’s life to break into the world of manhood. Many times, this happens through traditions that are deeply ingrained in his culture. Today I write about my story and one of those traditions that led me into the world of men. Looking back, I now see it as a key moment and the start of my journey into the world of manhood. It also brings to light the importance of building these experiences into the lives of our sons.
The Rugged Man’s Perspective of the Other Side of Jesus
The Rugged Man’s Perspective of the Other Side of Jesus – What words come to mind when you think of Jesus? I would argue the standard terms used to describe Jesus are “safe.” They fit a nice guy image that many masculine men have a hard time relating to. This incomplete picture reduces the appeal and forms an image that is not the type of man most men would follow as their leader. How does a rugged man’s man fit in Christianity?
Driven to Be the Best: The Fierce Leader of the Men of Steel
In a lot of ways, Jack Lambert’s mentality in football resonated with me. He demonstrated a grit which led to his success on the football field. A lot of what he did on the field playing football could be brought into life. Success in any endeavor requires that same grit. Though most of us will not play professional football, we are striving to be successful in life. We have ambitions and goals. Some of the same lessons from Lambert’s career can apply to our approach and success in life.
Do Hard Things
“Don’t I deserve some down time?” You fought many battles at work, slaying dragons and making things happen. Finally, you reached the end of your workday. You are on your… Read more »
Live to Honor Their Sacrifices
In Memory of Thomas Adams The inset image is the grave of my first ancestor in America. He was born in 1735 in Ireland. He came to America and settled… Read more »
Be the Rock
Most of my life has been relatively safe and fairly comfortable when compared to most of the world outside the United States. I mean, I have not been fighting for… Read more »