Mighty Men Of God

Another weekend at KD Ranch. I love that place. More memories were created. Lots of laughter, a few tears, and a couple extra pounds added. We had great discussions. We talked about our past, our present and the possibilities and dreams of our futures. We sympathized with some who shared their pains, celebrated with others who shared some victories. We searched for God's voice in His word, in His creation, in prayer, in worship, in Holy Communion, and in the fellowship with one another. Eleven men went and I believe God spoke in eleven different ways. I believe we all walked away with something. For many of us it wasn't necessarily what we came looking for, but maybe we weren't looking for the right thing. I know I learned a thing or two over the weekend. When men gather together to seek God they find him. Not usually in the way they plan on finding him, but in the way God chooses to reveal himself to them. (Read Ethan's story here. It's awesome!)

Every man in this picture is a gift given to me by God. Every man has spoken words of encouragement to me at some point...usually when I needed it the most. They have spoken words of wisdom that I have needed to hear. They have shown me the love of Christ by their generosity, their unconditional love, their grace, mercy and forgiveness. Their testimonies have strengthened my own faith walk. Their passion and love for the Lord has strengthened me in my times of weakness and doubt. I need them, I value them, I admire them, I respect them, I love them, but above all else I thank God for them.