TNMU #166: Real Manhood Is This with Eric Browning (Part 1)

What is real manhood? Today’s guest has an answer. Eric Browning is a man, father, leader, and legacy bearer. In 2014 he forged the father-son ministry Sand to Stone as a way to provide fathers the environment and tools to communicate biblical manhood, and sons, a clear pathway to embrace and mark their journey. Browning uses a combination of father led outdoor adventure, competition, contemplation, and ceremony to set the stage for men to raise up future men, for Gods kingdom.   Music Credit: "Funkorama" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)   Expanded Notes: Our earthly Dads form our earliest images and understanding of God When manhood isn’t clearly defined boys don’t know what they’re aiming for The seed for future ministry was planted well before it came to be; much of it nurtured by a fellow man willing to pour into Eric The ministry was really born from a desire to do the right thing, be a great dad, and raise a future man Ministry name, Sand 2 Stone, inspired by how Jesus invited Simon to become Peter in John 1:40-42 (www.sand2stone.us) Adventures create discomfort, which has multiple benefits Enjoyment of discovering God’s creation in nature Life lessons happen by being in nature Nature humbles us and reminds us of our frailty Exposes where comfort has stunted growth and potential Provides a healthy risk for the boys Comfort can become an idol In this virtual age, don’t neglect to embrace and experience the real thing