One of the most important traits a man can foster is dependability; not only dependability for others, but also for yourself. Each and every day, you are to anticipate all potential obstacles that might befall…
Men of the Bible III: Noah
As the decades roll by, the world continues its committed departure from God. Lawlessness abounds as people are encouraged to worship their flesh. Sexual immorality is celebrated, idols are cherished, falsehoods are authenticated, and monstrosities…
God Does Not Forgive Just Anyone. Neither Should You.
I was talking with my wife recently and she shared that she was struggling to forgive someone from her past. Though the obligation she felt as a Christian to forgive this person was weighing on…
Cutting Back Instead of Cutting Loose
Many of us enjoy alcohol—some a little too much—but even if we typically drink in moderation, it’s a fairly common occurrence to accidentally (or purposefully) go too far. There is nothing wrong with alcohol itself…
Homes Shape People, People Shape Society
Recently, as I was perusing the local real estate listings, I noticed a few off-grid properties that intrigued me. With the market so inflated, much of these properties’ appeal was their lower price tag. That…
Men of the Bible II: Cain
Sometimes we all need to be taken down a peg. We get a little proud, a little arrogant, and we need reminding that we are here to serve God. When we catch ourselves crediting our…
Looking to the Bible for Role Models
No matter how good you are, everyone needs a coach or a mentor. Arguably, to be the best, you have to have a coach. Olympians, famous musicians, world leaders, company CEOs, you name it, all…
Men of the Bible I: Adam
Adam would have enjoyed the most amazing life in the Garden of Eden had he trusted God, but instead he listened to Satan and his own sinful desires. Adam’s fall shows us the consequences of…
Ditch the Man Cave, Bring Back the Study
Looking at modern society, an honest assessment would highlight the Brave New World style pacification of men. This decline of the modern man and corresponding degradation of masculinity and Christianity is the main rot of…
Advertising the Decadence of Society
Many people would have you believe that the degeneracy of a society can be determined by looking to the corruption and conspiracy present at the seats of power. We are convinced that we must identify…
Prayer and Our Connection with God
When we consider all aspects of Human nature, there are some we will find deficient as they are at odds with the nature of God. If we fail to discern and control these lesser aspects…
The Importance of Proper Tool Care
A boy’s journey to manhood is often paralleled by the growth of his tool collection. A healthy tool kit indicates a man is a provider with the funds to purchase and use his tools to…
Lowering the Noise Floor of Your Life
Enjoying my vacation from San Diego, I stand on the deck of my sister’s apartment, which is tucked neatly up a road off the main interstate in the area’s affluent lake community. She lives in…
Happiness and the Only Path to Fulfillment
The average individual conflates happiness with fulfillment. From a young age, society teaches us that chasing self-actualization and indulging our worldly desires produce happiness. In truth, happiness is unattainable. At least not in any form…