Monday, June 5, 2017

SOULCON

Mission Statement: A Christian nonprofit organization committed to inspiring men to increase their fitness levels and embrace a special forces lifestyle for Jesus Christ.

Vision Statement: Through Soulcon challenges and retreats, evangelism, discipleship, and any other means necessary, we desire to see every man take the necessary steps to a special forces lifestyle for Jesus Christ daily.

These two statements are only a small glimpse into what SOULCON is all about.  Like many others, I was hesitant to jump on board with yet another men's ministry / fitness program.  Was this just another fitness fad using a Christian label to promote itself to the men of the church? 

It wasn't until a friend of mine decided to go through one of the six week challenges and was adamant that I needed to check it out as well, that I decided to give it a try.  I wasn't disappointed.  What I quickly became aware of was the fact that this was a community of men pushing each other physically, mentally, and spiritually to be better in each area than they were before.  During my first six week experience (Team Foxtrot), I dropped 25 pounds, learned to eat in a simple but healthy way, and began to gain energy I had been missing for years.  That wasn't the best part of it.  The best part was meeting men all over the country and having an instant connection where we would pick each other up during our struggles and challenge each other to push harder, whether we were giving our all or struggling to keep going.

I was amazed at how quickly I felt like I was letting these total strangers down when I would come up short on a challenge.  Yet, they would never judge, but only encourage and push for me to do more.  There are daily challenges, daily readings, and a weekly meeting with the most down to earth and supportive leader of a group like this that there could be. 

So, if you're looking for a cool fad exercise program, I don't recommend SOULCON.  If you're looking to be challenged in every aspect of your life in way that is life changing, then SOULCON is a must.  I'm finishing up my second of many challenges to come as I continue to use this as a tool to make me a better man for my family and a better servant of God. 

www.soulcon.com
    


1 comment:

  1. Just checked out the 1 minute preview on their website. I'm in This is right up my alley Thanks Trav

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