The Quiet Defiance

“The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.” —Exodus 14:14 God draws us out of the world’s fevered noise and into the stillness where His unshakable peace becomes our strength. —D. + + + God does not call us into the world’s war, where shouting is strategy and frenzy is law.…

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…