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Where Is The Courage Of Patrick Henry Today?

Where Is The Courage Of Patrick Henry Today?

America is at a crossroads and I love to review history to get inspired from brave men and women who helped shape that history.

Recently I came across that famous speech from Patrick Henry which I’m sure you’ve heard, at least in title, called “Give Me Liberty, Or Give Me Death”.

Lets cover a bit of background first. The Second Virginia Convention convened in Richmond, Virginia – in what is now called St. John’s Church – instead of the Capitol in Williamsburg. Delegate Patrick Henry presented resolutions to raise a militia, and to put Virginia in a posture of defense. Henry’s speech was a call to arms but it also just shouts a spirit of courage. His words remind us that a just freedom can be held securely only by those who are willing to risk everything to preserve it. He urged his fellow Virginians to rise up uttering the timeless words: “I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!”

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November 1, 2016 Filed Under: Life Tagged With: courage, featured, honor, hope, value

The 15 Principles Of Manhood

The 15 Principles Of Manhood

There are times along our journey when God calls us to stand in the authority of His Son; to engage in spiritual warfare against the enemy of our souls and shout with authority, “Enough—thus far and no more!” This is not something we should take lightly, because there is not an earthly power that rivals that of satan, and whenever he wages war against one of God’s children, he does so by trying to intimidate and paralyze us through fear. We need God to fight the battle.

In 1 Samuel, we read the awesome account of the confrontation of David and Goliath. The scene unfolds where David is asked by his father to bring some food down to the battle at Ephes-Dammin, which literally means “edge of blood.” At this point in the story, Goliath has been relentlessly taunting the army of Israel for thirty-nine straight days, simply beating them down through intimidation and fear. David walks into the scene on the fortieth day as Goliath continues to curse and intimidate the army of Israel. This shepherd boy looks back at one of the soldiers and says, “Who does this guy think he is and what do I get for shutting this fool up?” David stands before this giant enemy of Israel, picks up five stones and with divine line of sight, sends a stone deep into the head of Goliath sending him to his death on the ground.

There are giants in our land that aren’t supposed to be there!

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July 21, 2015 Filed Under: Leadership Tagged With: courage, dad, featured, honor, husband, integrity, leadership

Courage Robbers: The Top 10 Things Men Fear Most

Courage Robbers: The Top 10 Things Men Fear Most

I am amped up to be one of the group leaders for a 10 week series our Men’s Ministry group is spearheading at our church called, “Stepping Up”. I was encouraged to see 80+ men decide to take this journey with us to step up into Biblical manhood, despite the crazy snow storm that was raging on outside.

“Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.” -1 Corinthians 16:13-14

After watching the inspiring session one video, which highlighted the courageous story of Red Erwin an airman of the Los Angeles B-29 Super-fortress, I met the five men assigned to my group who will be taking this journey with me. Great bunch of guys with diverse backgrounds and a ton of baggage that most men carry with them, including me. As I was going through the weekly exercises I paused at the section called ‘Courage Robbers’ because so many of us men just get paralyzed by courage robbers.

Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.

—Anais Nin

Here is an excerpt from my book Heartstone where I share a snippet of dealing with some of my own courage robbers:

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February 10, 2015 Filed Under: Leadership Tagged With: courage, dad, featured, heart, honor, leadership, stepup

Where Have All The Men Gone?

The film “Courageous” inspired men to commit themselves to their God-ordained responsibilities. “The Resolution” is the bold declaration they pledged to live out and hold each other accountable to.

Men: Don not watch if you want to be an “OK” father, husband and friend. Do watch if you want to be challenged to be great. I fall short, we all do, but I keep getting-up with the help of my brothers. It is never about us…

 -Jeff Boutin

So I ask you…where have all the men gone?

Men, run the race while you have breath and finish strong! Don’t be complacent. Don’t settle. Strive for greatness. Be better then the status quo.

Are you ready to man up?

July 14, 2014 Filed Under: Life Tagged With: courage, dad, family, honor, husband, kids, leadership

What Kids Can Teach Us About Brotherhood

ABC affiliate WCVB reported that a group of fifth-grade football players from Massachusetts banded together as a “Band Of Brothers” to show their support when they found out that their 6-year-old water boy was being teased for his attire and a speech impediment.

Compassion is being deeply aware of what someone else is suffering and reaching out to help alleviate their pain. This week SPEAK LIFE by showing compassion to some one around you. It might be reaching out to a sick friend, or helping a single mother. It might be being a friend to someone who needs it. Be inspired. Go inspire.

-Toby Mac

Awesome!!!

Do you have a brother that has your back?

Do you have a brother who fights for your life and legacy?

Do you have a brother who believes in you?

Do you have a brother who encourages you and builds you up?

Do you have a brother who picks you up when you fall?

April 15, 2014 Filed Under: Life Tagged With: courage, honor, integrity, kids, life, relationship, story

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Favorite Quotes

Our greatest fear should not be of failure, but of succeeding in life at things that don’t really matter. -Francis Chan

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If you have run with the footmen, and they have wearied you, then how can you contend with horses? And if in the land of peace, in which you trusted, they wearied you, then how will you do in the floodplain of the Jordan? -Jeremiah 12:5 (NKJV)

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