A Silver Jubilee - 25 Years of Sports Camp
A former participant once called Sports Camp “the most important sporting event in the world.” Others have described this occasion as “a taste of heaven on earth.” Some may scoff at this claim- until…
A Gift for Himself
It was strange that my friend invited me to his new home today out of all days. Especially after what happened three years ago. That was not a moment I want to remember. A dark and ugly scene of…
Into the Snare
Psalm 66 "...You led us, God, into the snare..." What? Why would God lead us into a snare? That sounds cruel! Not like the behavior of a supposedly loving, concerned Father. I'm not sure I can love…
The Chaste Man Loves Differently
He does not see humans as objects…but as children of God. Others sense his pure motivations. Old and young, men and women; all feel secure in his presence. He does not seek his own gain. He loves…
Little Miracle
I am 24 years old now. I was born with congenital heart disease, which led to my three open heart surgeries - at 13 days old, 2 years old, and 13 years old. The trauma resulted in childhood seizures…
Cultivation
My tastes, habits, and desires are almost all cultivated. Whatever I tend in the field of my life is what will grow strongest and remain hardy even in times of drought. I regularly cultivate two…
7 Characteristics of Authentic Male Friendship - Part Four
The following piece is written by “Elliot N”, an anonymous member of Courage International. This is the fourth and final part of a series on the topic of authentic male friendship. Read Part 1, Part…
7 Characteristics of Authentic Male Friendship - Part Three
The following piece is written by "Elliot N", an anonymous member of Courage International. This is the third of a four-part series on the topic of authentic male friendship. Read Part 1 and Part 2.…
7 Characteristics of Authentic Male Friendship - Part Two
The following piece is written by "Elliot N", an anonymous member of Courage International. This is the second of a four-part series on the topic of authentic male friendship. Read Part 1. Part 2 Now…
7 Characteristics of Authentic Male Friendship - Part One
The following piece is written by "Elliot N", an anonymous member of Courage International. This is the first of a four-part series on the topic of authentic male friendship. Part 1 One of the most…