From the time Adam was made from the dirt of the ground, to today - men have walked with God. Their stories are filled through the scriptures to show us the path, and lead us into the way.
For many of us, we have experienced the rise of technology and innovation in the church. We have fancy lights, and powerpoint presentations, and music on stages with large sound. But few of us know how to sit, and listen, and have a relationship with Christ. And know the Father. And His Heart for us.
God is presented to us as a father. Even Jesus reign on this earth, he was constantly speaking about The Father. "When you have lifted up the Son of Man, then you will know that I am the one I claim to be and that I do nothing on my own but speak just what the Father has taught me." John 8:28
The Father's teaching. The Father's heart. The Father sending His only Son. The return of the prodigal son is about the Father and His embrace. Jesus brings us a new revelation, to know God as "Abba, Father." But for most of us, there is a disconnect. We understand Jesus, sort of. But how do we embrace Jesus leading us to the father? How do we receive the Fathering we need from God? This seems to be our deepest need. But for most, we do not know the Father's heart, and that He is good. And He is for us.
Training Ground is about taking you into a true and deep relationship with God. Through experiencing scripture, and prayer, and sitting in silence and solitude to experience the Father's heart, and the intimacy Jesus brings us. From times out in the wilderness with the guys, to sitting in the morning over coffee with the scriptures before work. Our goal is to help you develop your relationship with Christ. Grow as a man of God. And explore your pains, and wounds to find the healing Jesus brings.
You will step into your story, looking at your past. Sit with experienced counselors. Come together in silent prayer and solitude with Sister Therese in the evening. You will participate in art therapy to experience the heart of God with a christian therapist. And spend many moments journaling and writing your prayers to your God while you are here.
Our mission is for you to know the Father's heart. Experience his love. Know his voice. And embrace the life and intimacy Jesus came to bring us. And the healing of your heart Jesus spoke in Luke 4:18.
