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A simplified approach to being the church discovering a close personal relationship with the godhead
The unexpected journey: a path to manhood
Allow me a brief recap of our journey. Our oldest son turns 13 early next year. It has been my desire to assist him in his young life through a rite of passage. After looking over numerous programs, I came to the conclusion that they did not accomplish my desire for...
the unexpected journey: a path to manhood
We have been quite challenged these past several weeks with the start of a new position, however our Unexpected Journey has continued to move forward. We have had to adjust our times in the Man Cave to earlier less often gatherings. This hasn’t been a bad thing...
the unexpected journey: a path a to manhood
As I mentioned in the previous post, I have recently started a new position that is quite demanding. As a result we have had to make some serious adjustments to our time in the man-cave. It has also cut down on the amount of times that I have been able to post a blog....
The unexpected journey: a path tomanhood
Growing up I always went with my father every time he asked me to go. I did this because I was afraid to tell him no. It wasn’t that he made me go, I just felt an obligation to say yes when he asked me. I have made it a point to make sure my children knew that they...
The unexpected journey: a path to manhood
As we enter this third spiritual rite of passage to lead a bible lesson, there are several thoughts that are on the forefront of my mind. The first rite of passage has a distinct beginning and ending—memorize a certain number of bible verses. This third rite of...
The unexpected journey: a path to manhood
I can certainly say that I have seen positive steps toward maturity in my son. I can also say that I see a lot of highway in front of him. It is certain that our father/son relationship has grown. There is a growing bond between us that is undeniable. There are times...