Up Close.
Sharing our experiences creates community. One of the most powerful things we can say to one another is “me, too.” It’s my sincere hope that by sharing stories of my leadership journey, the gift of grace, and dedicated to Christ, the you find community in the pages of this blog.
Why We’re Still “Man Up and Go” (And Why It Matters)
We believe this phrase—redeemed and redefined—can become a rallying cry for men everywhere to embrace the kind of strength that lifts others up. Strength that’s humble. Strength that’s willing to serve.
Modern Masculinity: Beards, Bibles, and the Battle for What Matters
From the blog of Jeffrey Charles Ford: Somewhere along the way, “masculinity” got a bad rap. Depending on who you ask, it’s either the cure for everything wrong with the world or the cause of it.
Why I Decided to Get Louder on LinkedIn (And It’s Not About Me)
For years, I treated my personal LinkedIn like the gym membership you forget you have—nice in theory, but not getting much use. Sure, I’d like a post here, comment there, maybe share a big milestone. But actively posting? Regularly showing up? That felt… well, a little self-promotional.
The Power of Brotherhood on the Mountain and in Life
When people ask me what makes climbing Mount Kilimanjaro so special, they expect me to talk about the views, the challenge, maybe even the bragging rights. And sure, those are great. But the real treasure? It’s the brotherhood.