# Man Skilz

> Level Up Your Life


## Posts

- [Clarity Church Launches the Men's Breakfast Club](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2025/09/15/mens-breakfast-club-launched/): As summer wrapped up, our friends at Clarity Church launched the Men’s Breakfast Club (MBC).
- [What's Lord doing in my life.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2025/02/19/whats-the-lord-doing/): What do you see the Lord actively doing in your life? Another way to say that is "What has the Lord been speaking into your life?"
- [2023 / 2024 Axe Throwing Events](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2023/12/15/2023-axe-throwing-events/): Hey there, adventure enthusiasts! We recently hosted an incredible event called "Man Skilz: Intro 2 Adventure," and let me tell you, it was a blast!
- [Guest Speaking: Following God's Plan](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2023/11/12/following-gods-plan/): Recently, I had the privelage and opportunity to address the members of Clarity Church in Minnesota. I am super grateful.
- [Guest Speaking: Child Like Faith](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2022/04/22/child-like-faith/): I was grateful to be given the opportunity to be the guest speak at Clarity Church for their "Written In Red" series last month.
- [Is social justice Biblical?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2020/09/22/is-social-justice-biblical/): I must confess, sometimes, I struggle with the call that people have to "stir up trouble" with different "social justice" issues.
- [God's Plan vs. God's Provision?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2019/10/17/gods-plan-vs-gods-provision/): These days, I don't need a lot of "things". Now that I have a family, I just want to provide for them. I want to be able to pay our bills, keep a roof over our heads, food in our bellies, and gas in our car. Yet, as noble as that sounds, it can have a LARGELY selfish and prideful nature plugged into it when you try to go about it the wrong way.
- [Being like the wind.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2019/02/12/being-like-the-wind/): Like the wind which we can’t see, we can’t tell who is moved by spirit. But we don’t need to see the wind to feel its presence.
- [Let us not neglect meeting](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2018/09/01/let-us-not-neglect-meeting/): We should make the world better than we found it. But, how do we know what that looks like?
- [Difficult Questions: One God](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2018/08/23/difficult-questions-one-god/): I accept them and I love them in whatever stage of life they live. But I am deeply grieved and worried for those that refuse to hear...
- [A talk about being a leader in the workplace.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2018/07/12/be-a-leader-in-the-workplace/): I heard a great discussion today about a book "Jesus in the courtroom" by John Mauck.
- [Leaders MUST Choose to Care](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2018/02/05/choose-to-care/): In His time on Earth and to this very day, the people are drawn to Jesus because of His amazing heart to care for, and love on (to show love to) people.
- [The joy of the Lord is MY strength](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2017/12/20/joy-lord-strength/): The longer I live and struggle with this (depression), the more I figure out, usually with help, ways to help navigate both life in general and the specifics of each part of our world
- [Christ's resilience of in the life of a man](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2017/06/07/resilience-of-christ/): I was studying this week and came across some colorful commentary on church history. Most specifically I found a book on Heretics (see "Heretics" by G. K.
- [Who is this guy?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2017/02/22/who-is-this-guy/): I love feedback and discussion. Today's post was motivated by discussions that came after a Men's Discipleship group called Resolute, that I attend once a week.
- [Learning Style, Giftedness, and Strategy](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2017/01/19/learning-style-giftedness-and-strategy/): I was asked to complete an analysis of my communication style, personality strengths and identify how we learn for a class.
- [Control is an illusion.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2017/01/16/con/): A really good question came up in last week's Men's group.
- [Family Update: Our First Home](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2016/06/22/family-update-our-first-home/): I am not sure if you have followed the story of our move to MinArctica (aka Minnesota).
- [Being prepared to defend in Love](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2016/03/25/being-prepared-to-defend-in-love/): I desired to respond because I DO want to be sure that my friends have the correct information about our Lord and Savior before they make decisions and form opinions that will affect their eternity.
- [No, I am not Great.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2016/03/23/im-not-great/): There are other people in this world who can't or won't talk about this part of their life. There are so many stories that need to be explored instead of criticized.
- [Temptation vs the "Home" team](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2016/01/22/temptation-vs-hometeam/): I don't expect any of you to know this about me but it is an important over share.
- [When Christ's body isn't or Dreams of Mc Dreamy.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2015/08/19/when-christs-body-isnt-or-dreams-of-mc-dreamy/): Even dreams of Mc Dreamy can be spirit-led.
- [QOTD: Leadership is a choice, not a rank.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2015/05/20/qotd-leadership-not-rank/): I have written and talked about the concept of true leadership and leadership in organizations. My focus in my career is to build high functioning teams.
- [Separation of Church and State](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2015/03/26/separation-of-church-and-state/): This started as a research paper for an English Composition class.
- [Make my heart believe.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2015/01/22/make-my-heart-believe/): A great video post from the team at VERGE.
- [Why who I am is not one event.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2014/12/31/why-who-i-am-is-not-one-event/): As part of my application for the K-Love scholarship to Colorado Christian University, I have been asked to write about an event or experience in my life and how it would influence my academic work and goals.
- [Welcome to church.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2013/10/08/welcome-church/): Two of two: Welcome to Church?
- [What is Church?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2013/10/08/church/): It's time we remembered as the church, what church IS, and what church is ABOUT...
- [Learning, growing, and church planting.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2013/09/29/learning-growing-church-planting/): I have been lagging in my updates and posts as of late. It seems I can only focus on 4 things at once.
- [When words are not enough...](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2013/08/24/words-not-enough/): I had a pretty important exchange with my boy today.
- [So you say it's your Birthday!](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2013/08/20/so-you-say-its-your-birthday/): It's my Birthday too, ya!
- [How well do we "Do Difficult"?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2013/04/16/how-well-do-we-do-difficult/): Among us believers, we like to say that God allows these situation because "We Can Do Hard" (or "difficult" depending on the group), meaning that we know this life is not easy and when we triumph it is because Our Lord's strength runs through us.
- [Ask Gary?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2013/03/27/ask-gary/): A colleague at work put this little mock-advertisement together.
- [Caleb Strong Men's Challenge: Love on your families.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2013/02/22/caleb-strong-mens-challenge-love-on-your-families/): This is my anniversary weekend. I am a blessed man, but I am only blessed because of Jesus's example and Peter's challenge to us.
- [We don't miss them until they're gone.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2013/02/15/we-dont-miss-them-until-theyre-gone/): I am currently sitting at the dining room table. It's a table I have sat at a few times before on visits to Grammy and Papa Joe's home.
- [He makes all things new.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/12/30/he-makes-all-things-new/): The Bible teaches us that Jesus came to this world in order to save it. In short He came to make all things new. We are new creations in Christ.
- [Where I am.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/12/13/where-i-am/): Not physically, spiritually I mean. Have you asked that question of yourself lately?
- [Still a long road to walk.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/10/17/still-a-long-road-to-walk/): We have been blessed in our new home.
- [Another long drought...](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/09/27/another-long-drought/): It has been a while since I have posted. Many things have happened, and I am stronger in my faith because of them.
- [Hedge of Protection](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/08/15/hedge-of-protection/): Last night on the way home from picking up our son, we were in a car accident. It looks much worse than it we got though.
- [Dreams Die, Christ Lives](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/08/14/dreams-die-christ-lives/): Last night I dreamt (dreamed sp?) about a person from my past. It was strange for me for many reasons.
- [Small updates and prayer request](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/08/04/small-updates-and-prayer-request/): I just wanted to drop you all an update and give you all thanks for your continued prayers for our trek to Minnesota.
- [Moving, in His strength.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/07/11/moving-in-his-strength/): Today is the day they load up my belongings into a truck and send us halfway across the continent.
- [Some house keeping and an update](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/06/25/move-updates/): The comments on the site have been limited to registered users.
- [Who is in control?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/05/11/who-is-in-control/): Then Job answered the LORD and said, "I know that You can do all things, And that no purpose of Yours can be thwarted.
- [New Life in Minneapolis](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/04/30/new-life-in-minneapolis/): As some of you know, I have accepted a position for a company in Minneapolis MN.
- [Let Him Lead.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/04/02/let-him-lead/): It has been a while since my last post. Much is going in our lives, and I have been bad and went into my shell instead of sharing.
- [What does it mean to be "Caleb Strong"?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/03/20/what-does-it-mean-to-be-caleb-strong/): or "Caleb Strong", refers specifically, to the attitude, activities, and behavior patterns that are modeled for us in Scripture by Caleb in Joshua and Numbers.
- [Can we learn to be Caleb Strong?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/03/07/can-we-learn-to-be-caleb-strong/): But what does that mean?
- [Quick list: Up Coming Blog Topics to Write About](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/02/18/topics-to-write-about/): As usual, the man with ADHD (me) has a million things flying through my head and I want to write about them all.
- [This is the day...](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/02/13/this-is-the-day/): I haven't written in a while.
- [The Price of Obedience](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2012/01/12/the-price-of-obedience/): I have so much to say about my frustrations in my spiritual and work lives.
- [I am no better than any of you.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/12/31/new-years-eve/): I am very blessed. I have been blessed with a wife who believes in me and encourages me.
- [What values do we choose](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/12/16/what-values-do-we-choose/): Once more, I have to say I Luv my friends.
- [Site Update: SEO Rankings and Spam.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/12/14/seo-rankings-and-spam/): We have been hit by the internet spam monster.
- [Slam Poet: Sexual Healing](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/12/12/slam-poet-sexual-healing/): This guy is so blessed with clarity of heart through his words. This poem is awesome and speaks of fighting the "world's" view of sex and healing.
- [It's not just about me...](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/12/11/its-still-not-just-about-me/): I'm having another "Suck It Up" day.
- [No Man Is An Island](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/12/06/no-man-is-an-island/): You have heard it from your pastor. Speakers like Robert Lewis and even Tony Robbins talk about building a support team or being in a small group.
- [Suck it up](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/11/30/suck-it-up/): In case it doesn't display the video for you, Click here: Can you hear me?
- [You know you are maturing...](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/11/18/you-know-you-are-maturing/): I thought I would list some observations about my own behavior patterns over the years.
- [Purity in Motivation, Intention and Effort](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/11/14/purity-in-effort/): As I sit here and contemplate my morning reading, I preview what my day will look like. The focus of the passage is the psalmist's earthly enemies.
- [FB N Twtr R not gr8 4 communication!](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/11/07/fb-n-twtr-r-not-gr8-4-communication/): I would like to take this time for a public service announcement...
- [Can we lose salvation?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/10/27/lose-salvation/): No, belief in a god or even the One True God is not sufficient. Even demons believe in the God of the Bible and they are condemned to Hell.
- [I'm all about names](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/10/24/names/): I like names. They are very important. A name says a lot about a person, a people, an organization...
- [Is it more important to be right or loved?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/10/23/putting-spouse-first/): Learn how to stay in love!
- [Actions Lead to Consequences](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/10/20/actions-lead-to-consequences/): I completely respect Dr. Dobson and I have yet to disagree with his advice or counsel.
- [Are we becoming Babylon?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/10/18/are-we-becoming-babylon/): As I read Revelation 18:1-24 I see a significant similarity to our culture, arrogance, failures as a society and ultimately the very real consequences.
- [BibleCounts update.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/10/08/biblecounts-update/): Good news, for everyone, especially me.
- [What a Sovereign God Cannot Do | thebereancall.org](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/10/07/what-a-sovereign-god-cannot-do-thebereancall-org/): A great article on the limitations of God.
- [Our theme song: Yes by John Waller](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/09/30/our-theme-song-yes-by-john-waller/): I was listening to the radio (KLOVE) and this song really struck me.
- [Prayer for Persecuted Christians](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/09/29/prayer-for-persecuted-christians/): I just wanted to take a moment to thank my God for placing me in a country that, for at least the moment, allows me to share my faith, speak the truth, and stand by my convictions with out fear of true persecution.
- [Is ignorance communicable?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/07/11/is-ignorance-communicable/): "it’s not real. btw…this is how wars start. kind of funny if you think about it."
- [For our family and Grandpa O.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/07/04/for-our-family-and-grandpa-o/): My Grandfather, Joe Owen, passed this afternoon. He was my dad's dad. Now I am down to one Grandfather, a sign I am getting older.
- [March Update: Marketing, Fundraising and Fellowship](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2011/03/30/march-update-marketing-fundraising-and-fellowship/): Yes, it is both sad and true. It has been over 3 months since my last post and by my count almost 6 since I posted anything of substance.
- [Where have all the good guys gone?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2010/09/22/where-have-all-the-good-guys-gone/): March, 2011 update and disclosure: Since writing this article I have since left Acuhire and moved. See my latest posts for more information.
- [The act of preparing the field.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2010/09/05/the-act-of-preparing-the-field/): In previous posts I have discussed the difference between being a farmer and a fisherman.
- [I have a need to share...](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2010/07/28/i-have-a-need/): I have been neglecting my writing here for a few really bad reasons. The primary one is my mad obsession with tweeting. No really.
- [God's provision for our NEEDS](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2010/03/20/gods-provision-for-our-needs/): I LURV my friends. My friends are wonderfully intelligent and because of this they pose wonderful insights and questions.
- [RANT: There is no such thing as NOT lovable.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2010/03/18/rant-there-is-no-such-thing-as-not-lovable/): This rant was triggered by an episode of self loathing a friend went through.
- [Pictures worth thousands of words.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2009/04/17/pictures-worth-thousands-of-words/): Just a quick note to share a little.
- [Talent takes work.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2009/04/03/talent-takes-work/): As usual, I want to share a bit of my experience with you. I do expect that some of you will think me strange or delusional and I am okay with that.
- [Wisdom and Inspiration in All Things](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2009/03/27/wisdom-in-all-things/): As you read or talk to me you will often hear me praise and talk of the Universe and all events with-in it with reverence and awe.
- [Life is about CHOICE - Part 2](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2009/03/20/life-is-about-choice-2/): I mentioned it at the end of the last blog entry. The over-all Theme for has been CHOICE.
- [Life is about CHOICE - Part 1](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2009/03/13/life-is-about-choice/): I was sharing with friends about the challenges of their (and my own) life and I noticed that God has gifted me with one primary thought, one Theme if you will.
- [The Universe has a way to keep you in check.](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2009/03/06/the-universe-keeps-you-in-check/): I don't know if my mind is shaping my Universe or if my Universe is shaping my mind.
- [Are you a Farmer or a Fisherman?](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2009/02/27/are-you-a-farmer/): In the lean times of economic turmoil, it is very important to sit an meditate (think or analyze) on the place we are and what role we play.
- [One Angel to Another](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/2009/02/20/one-angel-to-another/): I originally published this about a year ago.

## Pages

- [Sponsors](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/sponsors/)
- [Events](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/events/): Hey there, adventurers! We have hosted some great events. Take a look at some highlights from our latest adventures.
- [Contact Us](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/contact-us/): 4270 Quaker Lane N.
- [About Us](https://man-skilz.com/index.php/about-us/): Man Skilz is a system to teach life skills to men of all ages through fun, sometimes campy activities.
- [Home](https://man-skilz.com/): Man Skilz communities, become mentoring groups, that open the door to gospel centered exchanges.

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