One of the most significant macro developments in human civilization is the migration toward the cities in the past one hundred years. Urbanization creates the need for young people to have more opportunities to get out into God’s creation. What can you do to help your church or favorite non-profit organization in your city prioritize getting young people out into God’s Creation?
Like everything in nature, God has woven mysteriously into the fabric of Creation millions of metaphors that are meant to point us to him. Seasonal change is one of the big ones. In Luke 12:54-56, Jesus used the signs of seasonal change to point to himself as the Savior of the world.
It may seem like the right thing to do to take care of others’ souls at the expense of our own soul, but this is not the pattern we see in Scripture. God’s design is that you first tend to your own soul’s thirst for him. Then you can attend to the needs of others with much more grace.
Backpacking burns thousands of calories, so you will need to eat lots of nourishing food. The trick to eating excellent outdoor meals is: pack enough yummy calories for adequate energy yet pack as light as you can!
If you are interested in learning about Jesus’ rhythm of work and retreat and how it might radically transform your ministry then please read this post. Wilderness theology is desperately needed in our culture of performance and busyness.
