Boys avoid responsibility. Men accept responsibility. This week had the most practical lessons so far. Our discussions ranged from taking on more responsibilities at home (yardwork, home maintenance, etc.), taking responsibility for your actions (owning up to decisions you make), and being responsible by staying on top of school work, being on time for class,…

In times of uncertainty, boys panic, but men pray. This was a great week centered around the idea of discernment. When faced with a weighty decision, there are 4 forces at work to try and sort through: What does our culture/society want us to do? What do we want to do? What does Satan want…

Cale completed his 750/750 challenge for August by knocking out 750 push-ups and 750 sit-ups before 8am throughout the month. He finished both on August 31 in the stateroom of our cruise ship while docked in the Bahamas. He also completed his music badge by doing a decent amount of singing at church, being able…

When faced with delays, boys lose heart, but men endure. Joseph was hopeful that he was going to get out of prison after interpreting dreams for the cup-bearer and chief baker. BUT, Joseph was wrong. He had to wait 2 more years in prison. Brutal. We talked a lot this week about trusting God’s timing.…

Boys yield to temptation. Men resist. Week four was all about temptation. We talked about how temptation is a constant in our lives, regardless of the stage of life we are in. We talked about how to resist temptation and actively avoid situations where we might be tempted. We had our first disruption to our…

Boys complain. Men contribute. Week Three Focus was on navigating the different circumstances of life. Men don’t waste time and energy wishing things were different or complaining and pouting. They ask God where He is working, what they can do to make the most of the situation, and get busy with what is in front…