Men of the Outdoors

  This Devotion was written by Sportsmen Devotional and posted with permission Bible Study Verse: Matthew 18:20 NIV  “For where two or three gather in my name, there I am with them.”  Thoughts: Recently I was on a hunting trip with folks I had never met before. Going into this I was wondering how we would all get along and if we would enjoy each other. We had people there from all walks of life. They ranged in age from somewhere in the 30’s into the 70’s. We all had different experiences in hunting, rifle and archery. We came from different geographical locations and had different upbringings. The thing that brought us all together was the conversation around the fire at night where the conversation was fun, exciting and joyful. Some of the stories people told had us all laughing hysterically. What a fun experience.  Action Point: When I think of that time spent with these strangers that turned into friends it makes me appreciate how Jesus put us all together to e...

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This Devotion was written by Sportsmen Devotional and posted with permission Bible Study Verse:  Ephesians 5:1-2  “Therefore, be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself for us; a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God." ESV  Thoughts: I recently had the opportunity to serve for a week at a summer camp for young men. This particular week was "sportsmen's camp" and I was brought in to do seminars on archery, saddle hunting, and to speak during the chapel hour. Something unique about this camp is that it is hosted at a Pennsylvania deer farm. The campers get to see this farm in action, feed the fawns with bottles, and fill the feeders for the "big boys" too. It was amazing to see the new growth of the antlers on these whitetails. This time of year, most of us are looking for new growth.  Action Point: That week I witnessed new growth on the heads of whitetails and in the lives of young men. We all need to be...

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This Devotion was written by Sportsmen Devotional and posted with permission Bible Study Verse: Matthew 5:16  “In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” NIV  Thoughts: Last year I had a wonderful opportunity to watch as my 9-year-old grandson and 12- year-old granddaughter harvested their very first deer. It was as exciting for me as it was for them. After deboning the deer, we took them to be processed by a person who has known and processed deer for many generations for us. He is an awesome God-loving man. He is also a retired USMC Colonel. It’s always great talking with him as we discuss life and how God has worked in his life. In his business he shows the love of Christ to others.  Action Point: When I talk with the Colonel, we discuss many different avenues of life. It is so apparent to me how his love of Jesus is always present. He is a great example of how we, as believers in Christ, ...

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This Devotion was written by Sportsmen Devotional and posted with permission Bible Study Verse: Revelation 3:15-16 15  I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! 16 So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—I am about to spit you out of my mouth. NIV.  Thoughts: I love deer hunting on cold days. I love coffee too. So, it doesn’t get much better for me than to carry a thermos of hot java and thoroughly enjoy a quiet, tranquil sit on a deer stand and take in God’s wondrous creation. On the flip side, after a long morning of chasing spring gobblers, I’ve usually worked up a thirst, and it’s refreshing to have an iced bottle of water waiting on me at my truck. I typically take a small water bottle with me, but I will toss that one to the side when an ice-cold one is available. Likewise, when my coffee starts getting cold, I don’t like it anymore and will pour it out.  Action Point: Don’t become a lukewarm Christian...

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This Devotion was written by Sportsmen Devotional and posted with permission Bible Study Verse: Isaiah 30:21  “And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, ‘This is the way, walk in it,’ when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left.” (ESV)  Thoughts: I have been the proud owner of hearing aids for about 6 years. A big Gobbler, I have on my wall, instructed me that I needed them. I had been chasing this old wise Tom for a couple of weeks. He would walk the top of the ridge every morning, but he was always on the neighboring property and never would come to my calls. The morning that I took him, I sat up as close as I could get to him on the roost. He gobbled from the roost for what seemed like an hour after sunrise. He wasn’t in any hurry. I would do my best hen imitation and keep him interested until he flew down from the roost and stopped gobbling. The patience game began. I didn’t make a sound for at least 20 minutes and then finally yelped a few times an...