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The Forge Journal
Resources, reflections, and stories from the heart of
The Formidable Way.


Field Practices
The nuts and bolts for all of life’s adventures (Fitness, nutrition, wilderness, martial arts, spiritual practices…)


Craving the Stimulus or Drinking the Still Waters
The soul was designed for communion — to live in continual conversation and connection with its Creator. But when the soul loses that communion, it hungers still. What was meant to be holy appetite becomes unholy craving. When discernment collapses, the soul begins to grasp for stimulation. The senses, dulled to the still movements of God’s Spirit, demand louder, faster, stronger sensations — things that make us feel alive for a moment, even as they quietly drain life from wi
formidableliving
Nov 9, 20252 min read


What to expect "When anyone hears the word of the kingdom...",
Matthew 13;1-23 I have been thinking back upon our men's retreat at Blue Bronna Wilderness Camp and wondering what the first few days back home were like for you. At the camp many of you experienced God speaking to you personally. What was it like to bring that Word home with you? Jesus taught his disciples, in this circumstance, what to expect. He said, "When anyone hears the word of the kingdom...", One of 4 things will surely follow. Either: " the evil one comes and snat
formidableliving
Nov 9, 20251 min read
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