The Thorn That Stays

“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” —2 Corinthians 12:9 God does not always remove the thorn, but through it, He opens us to a grace that runs deeper than our strength. —D. + + + God does not spare us from the sharp edge of thorns. He…

The 5.11 Founder’s Jacket: Blending Style and Tactical Functionality

Photos courtesy 5.11 Tactical Traditional jackets pose significant challenges for those of us who carry concealed firearms and other everyday carry (EDC) gear regularly. 5.11 Tactical® has sought to change this with the introduction its highly anticipated 5.11l® Founder’s Jacket, the first-ever technical blazer designed in partnership with armed professionals. It’s set to redefine what…

Let It All Fall Away

“You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” —Jeremiah 29:13 God doesn’t ask us to tidy ourselves up. He calls us to come undone before Him, with nothing but hunger for the real. —D. + + + God never asked you to shine yourself up like brass, to…

Leave The Field of Shadows

“The Lord is my light and my rescue, whom shall I fear?” —Psalm 27:1 Christ doesn’t ask you to brace for every threat. He calls you to face Him, trust Him, and let Him do the work. —D. + + + Christ doesn’t call you to stand guard, throwing your fists at every creeping thing.…

Transforming Special Operations: A Strategic Dialogue on IW, SOF, and Emerging Technologies

U.S. Army MH-60L Blackhawk from the 160th SOAR deploys an ODA from 7th SFG(A) onboard a U.S. submarine. U.S. Department of Defense photo. The Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) has released a video of a strategic analysis session examining the trajectory of irregular warfare and special operations. This high-level discourse features Christopher Maier,…

He Holds Us Up

“My heart trusted in Him, and I am helped.” —Psalm 28:7 God does not demand strength from us. He gives it, pouring grace into the very places we are weakest. —D. + + + God knows the thin walls we’re made of. He sees the brittleness within us and does not ask us to strain…