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We would love to have your support!  Deadline to make hoodies and banner is September 18th!     Thanks for supporting Co...
09/07/2026

We would love to have your support! Deadline to make hoodies and banner is September 18th! Thanks for supporting Committed Christian Outdoors

CCO Daily DevotionalThe Value of DependabilityHighlighted Verse:“As vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes,So is the...
09/07/2026

CCO Daily Devotional

The Value of Dependability

Highlighted Verse:
“As vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes,
So is the lazy man to those who send him.”
— Proverbs 10:26

Being dependable matters more than we sometimes realize. When someone trusts us with a responsibility, the way we handle it can either make things easier for them or leave them carrying more than they should.

Today’s proverb gives us a picture that is hard to miss: “As vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes, so is the lazy man to those who send him.” Anyone who has ever had smoke in their eyes knows how irritating it can be. Solomon uses that picture to show what it is like to depend on someone who does not follow through.

Proverbs returns to laziness again and again because its effects do not stay contained. Earlier in this chapter, Solomon shows how it can lead to poverty and shame. Here, he shows another side of it: the person counting on them feels the frustration.

That is part of why Proverbs places such a high value on diligence. When people know they can count on us, it gives them peace of mind. Over time, handling our responsibilities faithfully builds trust and shows the kind of integrity that others can depend on.

On Labor Day, this proverb gives us a good reason to think about more than the work itself. It reminds us that the way we work affects the people around us. May we handle what has been placed in our hands faithfully, serve others well, and honor the Lord in the way we do it.

Let’s pray,

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the work and responsibilities You have placed in our hands. Give us wisdom and diligence in the way we handle them. Keep us from becoming careless or lazy with the things others are depending on us to do, and help us carry our responsibilities faithfully. May the way we work serve others well and bring honor to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Hard to believe yesterday was our last workday! Now we do some fishing as we wait for deer season 🦌
09/06/2026

Hard to believe yesterday was our last workday! Now we do some fishing as we wait for deer season 🦌

CCO Daily DevotionalConsider Your WaysToday’s Passage: Psalm 119:57–64Highlighted Verse:“I thought about my ways,And tur...
09/06/2026

CCO Daily Devotional

Consider Your Ways

Today’s Passage: Psalm 119:57–64

Highlighted Verse:
“I thought about my ways,
And turned my feet to Your testimonies.”
— Psalm 119:59

There are times when God’s Word makes us stop and take an honest look at the direction our lives are going. We may realize something has slowly gotten off course, or see that a choice we have been making is taking us somewhere we do not want to keep going.

Today’s passage in Psalm 119 puts simple words to that moment:

“I thought about my ways,
And turned my feet to Your testimonies.”

Those words give us a clear picture of repentance: recognizing where we have drifted and turning back toward what God has said. Verse 60 adds the urgency: “I made haste, and did not delay to keep Your commandments.”

The same Word that shows us where to turn also gives us something to hold onto when trouble comes. Even in hard moments, His truth remains steady, and there is still reason to give thanks.

This passage ends with some of the most encouraging words: “The earth, O LORD, is full of Your mercy; teach me Your statutes.”

His mercy is what makes turning back such a hopeful thing. When God’s Word shows us where we have drifted, He is also showing us the way back. His mercy meets us there, continuing to teach us and lead us as we walk with Him.

Let’s pray,

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for Your Word and for the mercy You continue to show us. Help us see clearly when something in our lives has gotten off course, and give us willing hearts to turn back to what You have said. Help us respond quickly and hold onto Your truth when life gets hard. Keep teaching us Your ways and helping us walk faithfully with You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

🦌 CCO Deer Season Final Workday  #119/5/26We had another great workday today as we continue preparing for our 11th deer ...
09/05/2026

🦌 CCO Deer Season Final Workday #11
9/5/26

We had another great workday today as we continue preparing for our 11th deer season!

After a lot of hard work over the past month, we were able to slow things down a little and start the morning with plenty of conversation about what deer season will look like, expectations for the season, and a lesson together.

For our lesson, we spent some time in Luke 15–16, looking at how these two chapters connect and continue the same conversation.

Luke 15 begins with sinners drawing near to Jesus to hear Him while the Pharisees complain that He welcomes them. Through the lost sheep, lost coin, and the two sons, Jesus shows us that someone can be far from God and know they need mercy, but someone can also look like they are doing everything right and still have a heart that is far from Him.

One of the things we saw clearly was the difference between the two sons. The younger son finally came to the point of saying, “I have sinned,” while the older brother pointed to everything he had done right and still could not rejoice in his father’s mercy. Jesus was showing the Pharisees that being outwardly close to the things of God is not the same as truly knowing the Father.

That continues into Luke 16 as Jesus begins exposing what is really in the heart—what we value, what we do with what God has entrusted to us, and whether we are willing to listen when God’s Word shows us something about ourselves.

One of the biggest connections we saw was how Luke 15 begins with sinners drawing near to hear Jesus, while Luke 16 ends with the warning, “Let them hear.”

A great reminder for all of us: when Jesus shows us the truth about our own hearts, are we willing to hear Him?

After the lesson, we did our drawing for the Texas trip. To qualify, our young hunters had to make 5+ workdays and be 14–18 years old. Jax, Hudson, Hunter, Patrick, and Maverick all qualified, and Patrick and Hudson won the two spots! 🎉

After the drawing, we loaded up and spent the rest of the day at the range checking scopes and practicing at 100 yards.

We also had a great shooting competition with the .22-250 that Gray Station Fi****ms donated. Max won the competition and a new Case knife! 🎯

Our workdays are now complete, and 19 of our members qualified for deer season by meeting the three-workday requirement, with the majority making four, five, or more!

Now we let the properties rest until we start hunting in October. 🦌

Over the next few weeks, we’ll get the boats back out and run them some before winterizing them and parking them for deer season. Hopefully we can find a few more big catfish along the way! 🎣

Thank you to all of our amazing supporters and sponsors who help make these days possible!

We are still seeking more sponsors for this season. Please consider becoming a 2026 CCO Deer Season Sponsor — Season 11!

It’s going to be a great one! 🎉🦌🦌

Sponsor info in the comments.

Pictures
We didn’t take any photos today except the first one at lesson. 2nd pic is Patrick and Hudson at early workday. 3rd and 4th was the donation pics from Gray Station Fi****ms

CCO Daily DevotionalWhen the Lost Are FoundToday’s Passage: Luke 15:11–32Highlighted Verse:“But we had to celebrate and ...
09/05/2026

CCO Daily Devotional

When the Lost Are Found

Today’s Passage: Luke 15:11–32

Highlighted Verse:
“But we had to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’”
— Luke 15:32

Luke 15 begins with a complaint. Tax collectors and sinners were gathering around Jesus, and the Pharisees and scribes did not like it. They complained that He welcomed people like that.

So Jesus tells them three parables about the joy of finding what was lost. A shepherd found his sheep and rejoiced. A woman found her lost coin and called others to celebrate with her. Each time, the message was the same: there is joy when what was lost is found.

Then Jesus told of a son who had walked away from his father and wasted everything he had been given. When he finally came home, he knew he had sinned and expected very little. He was ready to confess what he had done and ask to be treated like one of his father’s hired servants. Instead, his father saw him coming, ran to meet him, and welcomed him home. His son had been lost, and now he was home. That was reason enough to celebrate.

That picture gives us a beautiful glimpse of the mercy of God. No matter how far someone has wandered, there is reason to turn back to Him. The son came home knowing he had sinned and found a father ready to receive him. Jesus gives that same hope to every sinner who turns back to God in repentance.

The celebration did not make everyone happy. The older brother was angry that his father would welcome his brother back so freely. He could not get past what his brother had done or what he believed he deserved for staying. His anger echoes the complaint that opened the chapter. The Pharisees and scribes had complained for much the same reason: Jesus was welcoming sinners.

That same attitude can show up in us too. It is easy to rejoice over grace when we are the ones receiving it. The harder question is whether we will rejoice when God shows that same mercy to someone we do not think deserves it. Luke 15 leaves us with the Father celebrating because the lost has been found. May our hearts be close enough to His that we celebrate too.

Let’s pray,

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the mercy You have shown us and for the joy You have when sinners turn back to You. Help us never forget how much we need Your grace and that none of us could ever earn the mercy You have shown us. Keep our hearts from becoming proud or resentful when we see that same grace at work in someone else. We also pray for those who are still far from You. Open their eyes to their need for Christ, draw them to repentance, and bring them home. And as You do, help us rejoice with thankful hearts for the mercy You continue to show. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

CCO Daily DevotionalThe Faith to ObeyToday’s Passage:Luke 17:1–10Highlighted Verse:“And the apostles said to the Lord, ‘...
09/04/2026

CCO Daily Devotional

The Faith to Obey

Today’s Passage:
Luke 17:1–10

Highlighted Verse:
“And the apostles said to the Lord, ‘Increase our faith.’”
— Luke 17:5

Some of the hardest parts of following Christ show up in our relationships with other people. Jesus warns us to be careful that our own choices do not pull someone else toward sin, and He tells us to deal honestly with sin when it happens. He also calls us to be people who forgive, even when the hurt is repeated and forgiveness is difficult.

It is not hard to understand why the apostles responded, “Increase our faith.” They knew Jesus was asking something of them that would not always come naturally. His answer shows that they did not need to work themselves up into having some impressive amount of faith. They needed to depend on God for the strength to forgive, obey, and keep doing what He had called them to do.

That dependence also keeps obedience from becoming a reason for pride. Even when we have served faithfully, forgiven when it was difficult, and done what God asked of us, we have not put Him in our debt. We are still servants who have received everything from His hand, including the strength to obey.

There will be times when what Christ asks of us is beyond what we can do in our own strength. In those moments, we do not have to pretend we are stronger than we are or become discouraged by how difficult obedience feels. We can pray the same simple prayer the apostles did: “Increase our faith.” Then we can trust Him enough to take the next faithful step, knowing we never have to follow Him in our own strength.

Let’s pray,

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You that You do not leave us to follow You in our own strength. When obedience is difficult, increase our faith and help us trust You enough to do what You have called us to do. Give us grace in the way we treat others, especially when forgiveness is hard, and help us remember that the way we live can either encourage others toward You or become a stumbling block. As You help us walk faithfully, keep us humble and remind us that the strength to obey comes from You. May our lives honor You, point others toward Christ, and bring You glory today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

CCO 2026 Hunting Season SponsorsIt’s hard to believe, but it’s that time of year again!Before long, our workdays will be...
09/03/2026

CCO 2026 Hunting Season Sponsors

It’s hard to believe, but it’s that time of year again!

Before long, our workdays will be underway and we’ll be preparing for our 11th deer season. As we get ready for another year of mentoring young people through the outdoors, we are seeking sponsors who want to invest in the next generation of hunters and outdoorsmen.

This season, more than 20 young hunters will participate in workdays, deer hunts, and Bible lessons. Along the way, they learn that success doesn’t come without effort. They learn the hard work that goes into preparing for a hunting season, serving others, and investing in something bigger than themselves.

Your sponsorship helps cover the costs associated with our deer season and allows us to continue mentoring young people through the outdoors while sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Sponsorship levels, benefits, and donation information can be found in the comments below.

To be included on our 2026 hunting season hoodies and sponsor banner, sponsorships and logos must be received by Friday, September 18.

Thank you for supporting Committed Christian Outdoors and helping us invest in the next generation. 🦌✝️🧡

Godly Mentoring for Kids Who Love the Outdoors

CCO Daily DevotionalHearing but Not ListeningToday’s Passage:Luke 16:19–31Highlighted Verse:“Abraham said to him, ‘They ...
09/03/2026

CCO Daily Devotional

Hearing but Not Listening

Today’s Passage:
Luke 16:19–31

Highlighted Verse:
“Abraham said to him, ‘They have Moses and the prophets; let them hear them.’”
— Luke 16:29

There are times when we know what God has said, but we still put off letting it change us. We hear it, understand it, and still find reasons not to respond. Luke 16 reminds us that there is a danger in hearing God’s Word and not responding.

In this passage, Jesus tells of two men whose lives could not have looked more different. The rich man lived comfortably and had more than enough, while Lazarus lay suffering right outside his gate. The rich man saw that need day after day, yet he never responded to it. Then both men died, and suddenly everything looked very different.

Lazarus, who had seemed forgotten in this life, was comforted, and the rich man, who had enjoyed every comfort, found himself in torment. Jesus was not teaching that poverty saves us or that wealth condemns us. He was showing how badly outward appearances can fool us. The rich man’s life may have looked blessed, but it revealed a heart centered on himself while a suffering man was right in front of him. The comfort he enjoyed was never proof that everything was right between him and God.

Faced with a reality he could no longer change, the rich man began to think about his brothers. He wanted Lazarus sent back to warn them, believing that someone returning from the dead would finally get their attention. But Abraham answered, “They have Moses and the prophets; let them hear them.” God had already spoken clearly. The problem was not that they needed a greater sign; they needed to listen to the truth they had already been given.

We can make the same mistake in quieter ways. We can measure how we are doing by our comfort, our possessions, or how life looks from the outside while ignoring what God has already said and the people He has placed in front of us. We do not need to wait for a dramatic moment or a greater sign. God has spoken, and the right time to hear Him, trust Him, and let His Word shape the way we live is now.

Let’s pray,

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for giving us Your Word and making Your truth known to us. Help us not to measure our lives by comfort, possessions, or outward appearances, but by what You have said. Keep us from becoming so comfortable or distracted that we miss the needs right in front of us. Show us where we need to repent, give us willing hearts to obey You, and help us live with eternity in mind. May Your Word shape our priorities, our compassion, and the way we treat others today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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