Jan 5, 2015 | Leadership Skills, Prayer, Solitude, Spiritual Formation
The writers of the Gospel note that before every major event and decision in Jesus’ life, he went off to be alone with God in prayer. The simple take-away from his example is: Before you make major life decisions, set a new course, or embark on a significant...
Nov 22, 2014 | Decision Making, Experiential Teaching & Facilitation, Leadership Development, Program Management, Rapid Decision Making
Outdoor wilderness experience help you develop critical thinking and a good decision making process. Outdoor adventures are such a great training ground for leaders because they give you a keener ability to discern the will of God through solitude with him in the...
Nov 14, 2014 | Experiential Teaching & Facilitation, Spiritual Formation, What is Wilderness Ministry?
I have learned now that while those who speak about one’s miseries usually hurt, those who keep silence hurt more. ― C.S. Lewis Sitting in my office as I write, a woman drives by on the street below with her window down. Screaming at the top of her lungs she...
Nov 3, 2014 | Experiential Teaching & Facilitation, Teachable Moments, Wilderness Bible Studies
Teaching with props and object lessons is a key aspect of outdoor ministry. Object lessons are the basis for experiential learning. I’m always looking for creative outdoor ministry curriculum for the outdoors. Object lessons and props bring learning to life and...
Oct 28, 2014 | Experiential Teaching & Facilitation, Leadership Development
I don’t love adventure so much for what I can get out of it, I mainly love it because it humbles me and bends me toward God. No doubt I love times in the outdoors for the restful times of reflection. But even more, I think the greater value of these times...
