Most men don't drift because they lack information. They drift because they carry life in silence. Forge Tribe exists to change that-- to put men back where they were always meant to be: walking with God, shoulder to shoulder with brothers. What if we took that literally? I'm connected to an organization called Ruck the Way, and they are taking men on pilgrimage along the St. Cuthbert's Way in Scotland — a 70-mile walk through rugged terrain, shared meals, honest conversation, and the kind of silence that actually speaks. This isn't a race. It's not a retreat with a schedule crammed full of content. It's a walk. With weight on your back, brothers beside you, and space for God to move. Each mile offers space for reflection, honest dialogue, and rediscovery — of identity, purpose, and wholeness. That's formation. Not as a phase. As a way of life. Lived out on a ancient road, one step at a time. Two trips are available: - Edinburgh | May 9–17, 2026 - Edinburgh | June 13–21, 2026 Spaces are limited, and partial scholarships are available for those who need them. I'm hosting an interest meeting in the next couple of weeks for anyone in the Tribe who wants to learn more, ask questions, and figure out if this is their moment. No pressure. Just a conversation around the fire. Drop a "Yes" in the comments and I'll get you the details. More info on the trips here → rucktheway.com/pilgrimage The goal isn't to become a better man. It's to become a man remade. Sometimes that starts by putting one foot in front of the other on a road that asks everything of you.

What’s up guys!? I’m John. I’m from Atlanta but currently live in Lima, Peru. I’m married to my wife Abi, and have three kids: Emma, Grace and Micah. I’m excited to be a part of this tribe and looking forward to journeying with you. 💪💪

We’re going through a prayer series right now in the Classroom, and if you haven’t jumped in yet, I’d really encourage you to check it out—especially with your FIRE TEAM. Everything you need is there to get started. We’re reading Keller’s Prayer as part of it, and one thing that’s really stuck with me is his take on the Lord’s Prayer. It’s easy to treat it like something basic or familiar, but Keller pushes you to slow down and actually meditate on each line. And when you do, it hits differently. This isn’t just a general idea about prayer—it’s how Jesus Himself taught His disciples to pray. That’s actually been one of the most comforting parts for me. There are a lot of books and traditions on how to pray—Keller’s book included. There’s the Book of Common Prayer, written prayers in the Catholic and Anglican churches, and a whole lot of other liturgies and frameworks. Some of that stuff can be helpful, for sure. But what gives me peace is knowing these words in the Lord’s Prayer are straight from Jesus. If this is how He told His disciples to pray, then I don’t need to overcomplicate it. If it was good enough for Him to teach, it’s good enough for me. That truth has been huge for me. Keller also talks about how Martin Luther used to pray through each line of the Lord’s Prayer two or three times a day. I’ve been trying that rhythm lately, just taking one line at a time, and it’s honestly been the most impactful thing I’ve done so far in this class. I’m putting together a short doc that shows how to use the Lord’s Prayer as a simple structure for your own prayers. I’ll drop it in the Classroom soon. If you’re needing a reset or looking to deepen your prayer life, this is a great place to start.