Hebrews 12:1-2a says "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith." When we are in our race, we've got to cut the dead weight that holds us back and trust that the course is marked ahead of us. In this episode Dave discusses getting back in the saddle and how he uses this scripture to guide him not only in his race, but in his faith life as well.

Have you ever jumped into nearly frozen water? Have you ever felt that need to get immediately warmed up? In this episode, Dave talks about the infamous "MITC" fire where everything is dropped to build a life-saving, sustainable fire. When we face crisis or on-going problems, there are resources available. But in the last three verses of Psalm 91, God provides eight promises that can help us overcome anything we are facing. All we must do is love Him and know His name. 

Who would have thought the canteen cup could be an inspiring item for a podcast? In this episode, Dave discusses some of Jesus' teachings to the Pharisees, and relates it to the use of the humble canteen cup. If the outside is clean, but the inside is dirty, the standard is not met. Listen in to find out how to get the inside cleaned up in a way that lasts!

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In this episode, Dave talks about the start of the holiday season - Thanksgiving. But as a Christian, where should our gratitude be focused? Once we get that in line, then it is easy to follow the science and see why an attitude of gratitude should be part of the foundation of our daily lives! Happy Thanksgiving!

Articles referenced:
https://positivepsychology.com/neuroscience-of-gratitude/
https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/giving-thanks-can-make-you-happier

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When we look at our lives today, we have so many things that are working to pull us into darkness. One look at the 24 hour news cycle gives you enough information to know that the world can be a dark place. And when we zoom into our personal lives, all of us have struggles, trials, and situations that get us to a point of not knowing how we will make it through.

In this episode, Dave talks about having faith in the storm - whatever that storm may be. Using an example from a prisoner of war from the Vietnam War, Dave dives into two articles of the Code of Conduct, and explores how we can grow learn to trust God, no matter the circumstances.

Reference:
Liberty University. (2013, Nov 15). Gerald Coffee - Liberty University Convocation. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXoj_h_Po4A

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To kick off season two, we briefly talk through the Ten Commandments and how they apply to a Christian's life. Then we look at the military Code of Conduct, which is what guides behavior of service members in combat and in captivity. In both examples, there will be failures to do everything perfectly right...there will be mistakes. And in both examples, there is room for forgiveness, grace, and mercy.

"At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life." (Titus 3:3-7, NIV)

When you're navigating, it's important to have the tools and skills to go to where you intend to go...to stay on your path. In this episode, Dave talks about the importance of basic land- and maritime-navigation skills and knowledge, and ties them into the multiple trips and "journey" that he has been on recently.

Links referenced:
One Life: https://www.onelifepath.org
Unusual Soldiers: https://www.unusualsoldiers.com and http://www.strandme.com

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It's Monday morning. You have 168 hours ahead of you until next Monday morning. How busy are you going to be this week? Constantly on the go? Under seemingly constant tension? If any of this sounds like you, you probably need some margin space in your life. Even thousands of years ago Moses dealt with the same thing. 

In a world of competing demands, and the "glorification of busyness," we must make sure we are creating margins so that we can respond to emergencies and contingencies. Are you physically prepared to respond to an emergency? How about financially? What about spiritually?

Dave discusses margins in the bible, margins in survival, and how to get some margin room in your life.

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What are the categories of needs that survivor must satisfy in order to go from surviving to thriving? What are the categories of needs that a Christian must meet in order to experience spiritual thriving?

Dave gives an overview of the five basic needs of survivors and how to prioritize them. Then he gets into the needs of Christians and how to prioritize those as well. 

Resources used:
Autumn Veatch story: https://www.outdoorlife.com/articles/survival/2016/04/crash-16-year-old-autumn-veatch-survives-cascades-after-her-plane-goes/
R.C. Sproul's "5 Needs" series: https://www.ligonier.org/learn/series/five-things-every-christian-needs-to-grow/
Billy Graham: https://billygrahamlibrary.org/10-guidelines-for-christian-living/
Pursue God: https://www.pursuegod.org/basic-habits-for-the-christian-life/

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Introduction to the Resilient Fire podcast. Dave discusses the scriptural foundations found in Proverbs 27:20, John 1:5, and Luke 10:27. Then he gets into a little bit of his background and how he intends to use the platform as a way to advance the kingdom!

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