“For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant, but later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it.” — Hebrews 12:11 Most men know that one man they admire—the one who leads by serving, listens before speaking, and offers grounded wisdom when it matters. We respect that maturity and spiritual depth, but few want the process...

“He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” — Philippians 1:6 Colorado is home to 58 named mountain peaks that rise above 14,000 feet, commonly referred to as “fourteeners“. Our family has climbed several during our time in the state. As you ascend each peak, the summit always looks closer than it really is. You reach that...

“For the righteous falls seven times and rises again, but the wicked stumble in times of calamity.” — Proverbs 24:16 On the trail, stumbling is inevitable. If you’ve spent any time hiking trails you’ve probably lost your footing in loose gravel, tripped over a hidden root, or slipped on some wet rocks. After losing your balance you didn’t throw your hands up is...

“Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.” — 1 Corinthians 15:58 If you decide to summit Mt. Everest by the Tibet Route, you’ll encounter five camps: Base Camp at 16,900 ft, Advanced Base Camp at 21,300 ft, Camp 1 at 23,000 ft, Camp 2 at 24,750 ft, and Camp 3 at 27,390 ft...