Sick of all the tent traffic in the big-name parks? These lesser-known national parks, forests and wilderness areas are hiding right next door with the same stunning terrain and reliable wows. The difference? Even purer solitude.
Instead of Glacier National Park (Montana)
Try: Waterton Lakes National Park (Alberta, Canada)
Fifteen years after Waterton Lakes became Canada's fourth national park in 1895, Glacier was designated just south of the border. In 1932, as a symbol of goodwill, the U.S. and Canada teamed up to designate both areas as the world's first international peace park. You can hike from one to the other (bring your passport!) through the Goat Haunt, which isn't haunted and has no goats, though you may spy some on nearby Goat Haunt Mountain. At just 450K annual visitors, Waterton sees a fraction of the Glacier hordes (3 million per annum at last count), but favorite spots like Red Rock Canyon and Cameron Lake can still get congested—especially during high season from late spring to early fall. Lose those crowds entirely by taking a quick, scenic ferry ride across Upper Waterton Lake and vanishing along the Crypt Lake Trail, which ranks high among the most gorgeous hiking spots in the Canadian Rockies—featuring dramatic cliffs, waterfalls and 10 backcountry campgrounds en route. Off trail, afternoon tea at the Prince of Wales Hotel at Waterton Lake is a thing if you're feeling fancy. Or forgo finger sandwiches for a Local Smokie with ginger carrots at Wieners of Waterton and a cold pint at the Thirsty Bear, the best (and only) pub in the 100-person town.
Buffalo Gap's sprawling canvas leads even farther off the grid than neighboring Badlands National Park. There's just one developed campground here, but nearly 600,000 acres to explore.Carl Johnson/Design Pics
Instead of Badlands National Park (South Dakota)
Try: Buffalo Gap National Grassland (SD and NE)
The otherworldly badlands of the Midwest aren't confined solely to Badlands National Park. There are plenty of sedimentary rock formations—and 85 percent less foot traffic—next door in Buffalo Gap National Grassland. Part of Nebraska National Forest, Buffalo Gap is one of 20 National Grasslands. Hike it, bike it, bring your horse and ride it. You don't need a permit and it's all free. Rock hunters should check out the Fairburn area near the French Creek Campground—the only developed campground in Buffalo Gap—or any eroded space in the 600,000 acres of impossibly open prairie. Create your own camp in places like Badlands Overlook (not to be confused with Big Badlands Overlook), about a mile north of Badlands and just south of Wall, SD. Wall is home to the Buffalo Gap National Grassland Visitor Center and the historic Wall Drug Store, a sprawling roadside attraction where you can stock up on souvenir shot glasses and "Where the Heck Is Wall Drug" bumper stickers. Tired of trail mix? Sample the South Dakota– specific chislic (marinated and fried cubes of sirloin) at Badlands Saloon & Grille.
Buckhorn shares the same lush, rugged setting as Olympic National Park without all the foot traffic. The must-do trek here is a 12-miler with 4,000 feet of elevation gain.Don Geyer/Alamy
Instead of Olympic National Park (Washington)
Buckhorn Wilderness (Washington)
The largest of five wilderness areas in Olympic National Forest, Buckhorn runs along the eastern boundary of Olympic National Park. Same majestic mountain range, fewer people, no permit necessary and you can bring your dog. Besides 216 private acres that are part of a patented mining claim, Buckhorn is 44,000 acres of streams, fir, pine and seriously steep terrain, topping out at the summit of 7,135-foot Mount Fricaba. The Upper Big Quilcene Trail (UBQ) is where you'll be taking The Hike—a challenging 12-mile out-and-back trek with 4,000 feet of elevation gain. Take your time and plan to camp at Marmot Pass, Boulder Camp or Camp Mystery along the way. Buckhorn is warmest and driest in August, but this is Washington state, people: Marmot Pass and Camp Mystery may have snow on the ground until mid-July. Don't stop exploring once you get back to your car. Lean into the Nordic roots of Kitsap Peninsula, about an hour's drive from the UBQ trailhead, during a waterfront stroll along the shops and galleries of Poulsbo's Little Norway. Carb back up with a crisp Kölsch in the recently opened tap room at Echoes Brewing.
This is not a Bob Ross painting. North Carolina's prime mountain valley country crescendoes in Nantahala National Forest. Just a stone's throw from Great Smoky—without all the ripples.Bill Gozansky/Alamy
Instead of Great Smoky Mountains National Park (TN and NC)
Try: Nantahala National Forest (North Carolina)
Great Smoky Mountains National Park ranks second out of 400 national parks in terms of annual attendance—with 14 million visitors. Adjacent to the south, Nantahala National Forest has similar terrain and 11 million less people up in your business. The largest of North Carolina's four national forests, Nantahala is Cherokee for "land of the noonday sun." Its namesake whitewater river runs through a gorge so thick with greenery it only gets direct sunlight in some spots at midday. You can fish, swim, boat, raft, water ski, canoe, kayak, horseback ride and mountain bike in Nantahala—as well as hike over 600 miles of developed paths, including parts of the Appalachian Trail and a 6.5-mile loop to Schoolhouse Falls on Little Green Mountain. Nantahala has great elevation too. Its highest peak, called Lone Bald, is 5,800 feet up. Choose from more than a dozen campgrounds spread out across Nantahala's 528,000 acres, including six with a reservation system, plus plenty of areas for dispersed camping. Change up the scenery with a visit to the small town of Franklin, NC, which lies within the national forest with a river (the Little Tennessee River Greenway) running right through the heart of town. In the fall, when the weather is still warm and the foliage defies all description, treat yourself to a post-hike flight of beers on the patio at the aptly named Lazy Hiker Brewing.
Stanislaus is nearly as old as nearby Yosemite and exhibits the same Sierra Nevada grandeur. All that appears to be missing here is everyone else. Shh.USFS Photo
Instead of Yosemite National Park (California)
Try: Stanislaus National Forest (California)
We know what you're thinking: There are no safe havens for campers in the state of California anymore. That doesn't mean you shouldn't go; you just need to be smarter than the average bear if you want some space. You can't get closer to Yosemite than Stanislaus, which lies just to the northwest in the Sierras with Lake Tahoe on the other side. A bustling mining hub during the Gold Rush era, Stanislaus was established in 1897, just seven years after Yosemite, making it one of the oldest national forests in the country. No park entrance fee, long lines or reservations here—just 900,000 acres of Northern California to explore via trails like the Crabtree and Bell Meadow, a 19.5-mile loop that runs through the spectacular Sierra Nevada range, past pristine rivers, streams and alpine lakes. Give yourself a few days to do it and pitch your tent in either dedicated campgrounds or wherever it feels right (dispersed camping is allowed here). About 20 miles from the trailhead is downtown Sonora, one of the oldest cities in California. Post up at Sonora Brewing or do the self-guided walking tour of 21 downtown Sonora landmarks, including the historic Lick Building, a former candy shop owned by the aptly named Lick family.
How often does a scruffy guy open a funky neighborhood sandwich shop that becomes a coast-to-coast culinary sensation? Like never, that's how often. Yet that's exactly what transpired not long ago when Mason Hereford welcomed hungry New Orleanians to Turkey and the Wolf and its chefy, stoner-ific sammies loaded with catfish salad, chicken-fried steak and anchovy crème fraîche. Glowing reviews and best-new-restaurant accolades from Bon Appétit and Food & Wine followed, and still keep the joint hopping. Now Hereford channels his sandwich voodoo into a new cookbook, also titled Turkey and the Wolf, and shares some choice recipes with you. But first, a word with the man behind the sandwich sorcery.
How did you decide to focus your culinary skills on a sandwich shop?
I grew up in Virginia eating at a ton of sandwich places, and after I started cooking in New Orleans, found that po'boys and muffalettas dominate the local sandwich scene. So I started adding sandwiches to menus where I worked, and realized they're an opportunity for culinary expression, with all the layering of flavors. A great sandwich is so much more than meat, cheese and bread.
What were your initial expectations for Turkey and the Wolf?
When we opened, if I could make a regular paycheck and we could have a lot of staff parties, that was enough. Then we got some attention, then lines started to form. The response far exceeded expectations, and frankly, we didn't know what to do with ourselves.
You make some out-there sandwiches. What the process for creating a new winner?
The starting point is usually someone in the kitchen eating something else that got them really jazzed, like a bag of potato chips or a dish their grandma made. So we bounce ideas, tweak for a long time, come up with an esoteric flavor combo, and then maybe dial it back a bit.
Desert island condiment?
Mayo because it can be turned into so many things. But if I couldn't add anything, I'd go for hot sauce because it's spicy and acidic.
How many sandwiches do you eat a week?
A whole sandwich? Just one or two. But I participate in the group-eating of probably 10 more sandwiches.
The Tomato Sandwich (shown above)
Makes 4
6 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
8 thick slices white bread
1/2 cup mayo (preferably Duke's)
1 cup roasted salted hulled sunflower seeds
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal or Morton)
Fresh ground black pepper
2 lbs ripe tomatoes, cored and sliced 1/2 inch thick
Handful basil leaves
Handful dill
2 juicy lemons, halved
Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium heat. Swipe butter on each side of bread slices and toast in batches in skillet until golden brown. Move to a rack or stand up so they lean against each other to keep from getting soggy.
Spread mayo evenly on one side of each bread slice. Sprinkle sunflower seeds on four slices.
Sprinkle salt (1 tbsp Diamond Crystal or 1/2 tbsp Morton) and lots of pepper on both sides of tomato slices, then pile on bread slices that have sunflower seeds.
Top tomatoes with equal portions of basil and dill. (It will seem like a lot, but go for it.)
Squeeze on every last drop of lemon juice.
Top with remaining bread. Cut sandwich in half if desired.
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal or Morton), plus more for sprinkling
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
4 big soft-shell crabs (5–6 oz each), or 8 smaller ones, prepped and cleaned
6 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
8 thick slices soft white bread
Malt Vinegar Tartar Sauce (recipe below)
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 white or yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 or 2 jalapeños, thinly sliced
1 juicy lemon
Old Bay Seasoning
Malt Vinegar Tartar Sauce
(Makes 1 1/2 cups)
Mix:
1/4 cup dill pickle, chopped small
1 cup mayo (preferably Duke's)
1/4 cup malt vinegar
3 tbsp chopped dill
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp Diamond Crystal kosher salt, or 1/4 tsp Morton
Heat 2 inches oil in a large pot over medium-high heat to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with a rack or paper towels.
Stir together flour, salt (1/2 tsp Diamond Crystal or 1/4 tsp Morton) and pepper in a medium mixing bowl. Dredge crabs in flour until totally coated, then move to a plate.
Fry crabs in batches so they don't crowd the oil, flipping once halfway through and adjusting heat to keep oil temp around 350°F, until crispy and claws and legs are fried in place, 5 to 7 minutes. Use tongs to move to baking sheet and sprinkle both sides with salt.
Heat a cast-iron or nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Swipe butter generously on each side of bread slices. Working in batches, cook bread until both sides are golden brown. When done, move to a rack or stand up so they lean against each other to keep from getting soggy.
Generously swipe tartar sauce on all eight slices of bread. Pile lettuce on four slices, top with onions and jalapeños, then whole crabs. Squeeze lemon juice over, top with remaining bread, and sprinkle tops with Old Bay to taste.
A middle soaker slice of rye slurps up all the dressing and slaw juice.Courtesy of Turkey and the Wolf
The Collard Melt
Makes 6
4 bunches collard greens (about 10 oz each)
6 tbsp unsalted butter
6–8 garlic cloves, finely chopped
5 tbsp white sugar
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/3 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
1/3 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce
1 tbsp plus 2 tsp Zatarain's Creole Seasoning
1 tbsp red chile flakes
2 tsp granulated chicken bouillon
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal or Morton)
6 cups thinly sliced green cabbage, packed
Heaping 1/2 cup mayo (preferably Duke's)
1/4 cup thinly sliced white onion
1 1/2 tbsp distilled white vinegar
3/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
16 tbsp (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
18 slices seeded soft rye bread
12 slices Swiss cheese, cut thick
Russian dressing
Tear collard leaves from stems, discarding stems, and chop into 1- to 2-inch pieces. Set aside.
Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute. Add sugar, red wine and rice vinegars, hot sauce, Creole seasoning, chile flakes, bouillon, salt (2 tsp Diamond Crystal or 1 tsp Morton) and 8 cups water. Bring mixture to a simmer for a minute or two, so flavors meld and develop.
Add collards in a few batches, stirring and letting wilt a bit before adding next batch. When all collards are wilted, adjust heat to maintain low simmer. Cook about 2 hours, until collards are soft (even a bit mushy) and liquid has reduced to a rich, "pot likker" broth an inch or so deep.
Let collards cool in pot likker. Makes about 6 cups. Can transfer to an airtight container and keep in fridge up to 1 week.
Combine cabbage, mayo, onion, vinegar, salt (1 tsp Diamond Krystal or ó tsp Morton) and pepper in a bowl and mix well. Massage cabbage so it wilts to about 3 cups of coleslaw. Chill in fridge up to 3 days.
Position an oven rack 4 to 6 inches from broiler and preheat broiler. In a small pot, warm 1 1/2 cups collards and a splash of pot likker. (Use remaining collards as side dish to other meals, or to make more sandwiches!)
Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium heat. Swipe softened butter on each side of bread and toast in batches in skillet until both sides are golden brown. Move 12 slices to baking sheets in a single layer. Top each with a slice of Swiss and melt under broiler, 1 to 2 minutes, and remove.
Place a handful of the coleslaw atop 6 slices of cheesy toast. Top with remaining cheesy slices (cheese side up), then spoon on collards (about 1/4 cup per sandwich). Slather remaining slices of rye with Russian dressing to complete sandwiches. Cut in half and serve at room temperature.
4 Martin's potato sandwich rolls Mayo (preferably Duke's)
8 bun-size pieces iceberg lettuce
12–16 dill pickle chips
1 cup French's Crispy Fried Onions
Spicy Chicken Spices
(Makes 1 Cup)
Mix well, breaking up any clumps:
1 tbsp granulated chicken bouillon
1/4 cup Lawry's Seasoned Salt
1/4 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
3 tbsp cayenne pepper
3 tbsp smoked Spanish paprika
Kosher salt (2 tbsp Diamond Crystal or 1 tbsp Morton)
1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
Up to 12 hours or as little as 2 hours ahead, brine chicken: Combine 4 cups water with salt 1/4 cup Diamond Crystal or 1/8 cup Morton) and sugar in a medium pot. Set over medium heat and stir occasionally, just until salt and sugar and dissolve, then let cool completely. Transfer brine and thighs to a resealable bag and chill in fridge.
Heat oven to 400°F. Drain brined chicken, pat dry and season all over with 1/4 cup Spicy Chicken Spices.
Roast seasoned chicken on a baking sheet until centers are cooked through (cut into one to peek inside), about 15 minutes. Immediately squeeze on lemon juice and rest.
Warm a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium heat. Swipe 1/2 tsp butter onto cut side of each roll half, then toast the cut sides in batches until dark golden brown. Move them to a tray to build sandwiches.
If chicken thighs are too big, cut to fit on rolls. Evenly swipe about 1 tsp mayo on each roll top and bottom. On each roll bottom, pile 2 lettuce leaves, 3 or 4 pickle chips, the chicken and 1/4 cup fried onions. Top with other half of roll.
How did Vitaliy Musiyenko survive on a 33.3-pound pack during the longest technical ridge traverse in the Western Hemisphere? By restricting himself to 3.8 pounds of climbing gear, 3.5 pounds of camping gear, 17 pounds of dwindling grub, and a parched, 9-pound water capacity. He'd also shed 16.5 pounds himself along the way. Here's the climbing gear he brought (*and didn't).
Climbing Gear
Petzl
Petzl Pur Line
Ultra-lightweight and durable, this hyperstatic cord is perfect for climbers and mountaineers. The Pur Line is 6mm thick and comes in two different lengths, 65m or 200m. Ideal for hauling packs during your trek, it also features a rough sheath for a firm grip and easy handling.
The Edelrid Dyneema Sling is 8mm thick and comes in various colors and lengths fit for all sorts of adventures. Its high-strength, super-light core provides maximum reliability while keeping weight to a minimum for climbing.
Compact and light, the Edelrid Micro Jul Belay can be used for both half ropes and twin ropes. Offering high-braking performance, its robust stainless steel composition provides ultimate safety.
Lighter than its predecessor, the Nano 22 carabiner is versatile and functional with a variety of ropes and comes in multiple colors. Its easy-to-use design and durability make it an easy choice for a new generation of climbers.
This compact, frameless backpack is the smart choice for long-distance climbs, treks, and interminable technical traverses where lightweight travel is key. The Nero Robin Backpack's combo of durability and next-to-nothing weight won't make the climbing itself any easier—just possible.
This minimalist quilt ensures comfort and warmth on your adventures and stuffs into virtually nothing. It comes in three different measurements for width and length, with four color options.
The innovative Superlight Solo Bivy Sack has a durable, water-repellent top that'll keep you dry if not quite as cozy as your bed at home. As its name suggests, this is about the lightest crib (of sorts) you can carry into the backcountry.
The Uberlite Sleeping Pad offers an even ratio between weight and warmth while shielding your aching back from that resting-on-granite experience. The comfiest insulated sleeping pad in its weight class, the Uberlite also ensures minimal environmental impact.
Even Vitaliy Musiyenko wouldn't be without a pillow in the High Sierra. This soft, inflatable, polyester must-have is so weightless and stuffable that you'll forget it's there until you need it. Offering adjustable, contoured head support, the pillow also has a unique lock system to ensure stability at night.
Emergency blanket, cut to specific body width (20g)
Amazon
BRS 3000T Stove
Weighing in at just 26g, BRS's 3000T Stove is a tiny workhorse, packing enough power to boil water in approximately three minutes. Simple to set up, it's a no-brainer for backcountry camping, hiking, and big-league treks.
Titanium is the bomb for durable, lightweight cookware. This Toaks pot will whip up a good meal wherever you take it, and cleans quick and easy before neatly stowing away in an included mesh carrying bag.
Small and compact, the Trango Piranha Knife is tough enough to last for years. Its serrated blade is as handy as that bottle opener after a taxing day on the trails.
Constructed from ultra-durable elastic material, HydraPak can withstand both cold and hot temperatures while collapsing into nothing when it's emptied. Heavy liquids are about as light and compact as they're gonna get with this smart container.
Black Diamond's signature lightweight alpine pants offer maximum durability, solid four-way stretch, and will never drag you down. Suitable for all climates, the breathable fabric regulates heat for ultimate comfort.
Constructed with feel-good recycled materials, Mountain Hardwear's Ghost Whisperer offers optimal insulation and warmth while keeping things light when you're on the move. Thoughtful design features include double zipped pockets for security and a carabiner clip loop.
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Enlightened Equipment Visp Rain Jacket
Built for stormy weather and light travel, the Visp Rain Jacket holds up with waterproof material and solid breathability. A fitted hood provides extra protection when the gusts and rain pick up.
La Sportiva's TX Guide shoes are the perfect hybrid—providing the cushion of running shoes with the durability and sturdiness of climbing shoes. Geared for fast, light performance in even the toughest terrain, your feet will repeatedly thank you for these.
Blister protection and odor resistance are more than virtues on the trail. These soft, thermal, foot-saving liners will keep you and your toes happy during the longest hiking day. Built for way out there, they're plenty comfortable for everyday use too.
Yeah, they look fun to wear—but ZPacks Goose Socks are more than just pretty booties to lounge around in back at the campsite. On those frigid nights in the mountains, they'll save your idle feet from that lousy freezing feeling.
Sleek, stylish, and compact, the Goal Zero Power Bank can be charged using a USB or solar energy. Convenient for on-the-go charge and long treks with zero outlet access, this power bank keeps your essentials fully functional in the middle of nowhere.
Apple's iPhone doesn't need much introduction. The 12 comes in a variety of colors, with a mini option and the latest supreme, pocket-sized camera quality.
A safety essential, the Garmin InReach Mini tracks your location, allows for two-way messaging, and can send SOS signals from anywhere. It also has a weather forecast service to keep you alert on what's coming your way.
There's nothing the Nitecore NU25 Headlamp won't illuminate—while biking, hiking, camping, and summiting your 60th peak in the Sierra. Equipped with three light sources, adjustable brightness levels, and modes for any time of day, this user-friendly essential comes with a USB rechargeable battery for long-lasting use.
B: Oatmeal with chocolate, raisins, nuts, 1 scoop protein powder. Instant coffee L: 1 ProBar per day (Chocolate-Coconut and S'mores), energy gels, mixed protein bars, more chocolate D: Freeze-dried meals repacked in Ziplocs to save weight
This article was produced in partnership with Hardin's Creek
In the bourbon pantheon, there's no name more well-known than Jim Beam. While most drinkers recognize it as a whiskey brand, Jim Beam—or, more precisely, Colonel James B. Beam—was a real person, a descendant of Jacob Beam, one of Kentucky's earliest distillers. The Jim Beam name is famous throughout the world for its top-quality bourbon, but there was a time when Colonel Beam made no whiskey at all—a low point that almost wiped his legacy off the map.
We're talking about Prohibition, the 13-year span of American history that shut down virtually every distillery in the nation, including the one owned by Beam. Forced to sell off his beloved business, Beam turned his hand to all kinds of other ventures, including citrus farming, coal mining, and limestone rock quarrying. None of them worked out, and his heart always lay with bourbon.
So when Prohibition was lifted with the passage of the 21st Amendment, Beam, then 70, threw his energy into starting a new distillery in Clermont, Kentucky. Within 120 days, it was up and running, producing bourbon to the same exacting standards as before, with one initial catch: Since they were building up stocks from scratch, the whiskey could only be aged for a short period of time before being sold. That didn't make a difference to its quality, though; Beam knew how to create great flavor in bourbon regardless of its time in barrel.
His efforts succeeded in re-establishing the Beam family's long legacy of whiskey-making that extends all the way back to 1795, and is now cemented as America's leading bourbon distiller, the James B. Beam Distilling Co. The distillery is currently led by father-and-son master distillers, and Beam descendants, Fred and Freddie Noe. They've launched a new line of limited-edition whiskeys called Hardin's Creek that pays tribute to their heritage while looking ahead with innovations in aging, ingredients, production processes, and more.
"This is the future of Beam whiskey," Freddie says.
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Among the first releases in the Hardin's Creek lineup is Colonel James B. Beam Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. An homage to those post-Prohibition days, and Colonel Beam's critical efforts to keep the family whiskey business alive, the eponymous bourbon clocks in at just two years old—far younger than usual for straight bourbon. But with mature flavors and an easy-drinking character that belies its youth, the bourbon is evidence that age is just a number.
"Colonel James B. Beam is made to change the perception of what a bourbon is and can be," Freddie says.
The bourbon achieves a remarkable flavor profile from its unique production, showcasing the unparalleled ability of the James B. Beam Distilling Co. to fine-tune and tweak every part of the whiskey-making process. For this bourbon, that meant adjusting production to incorporate longer fermentation times, building up complex flavors, then distilling to a lower-than-usual 115 proof. This practice was common in the past, especially in the post-Prohibition era, as a way to achieve balance between the spirit and the barrel at a younger age.
"I think this liquid carries on Colonel James B. Beam's legacy very well," says Freddie, who oversaw production from start to finish. "We were able to achieve an amazing flavor at two years old. That lower distillation proof allows more flavor from our family recipe to shine through."
Colonel James B. Beam Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is robust and energetic, flavor-packed and full-bodied, with a mouth-coating texture. You'll experience aromas of caramel-soaked kettle corn of vanilla and bold oak on the nose. And on the palate, nutty grain, rich vanilla, and a well-mingled juxtaposition of spice and sweetness that carry through to the finish. It's at 108 proof, which allows bourbon drinkers to enjoy it however they prefer—neat, on the rocks, or with a splash of water.
The Hardin's Creek range also includes Jacob's Well, an extra-mature bourbon that nods to the founding father of the James B. Beam Distilling Co. Additional whiskeys—which may go beyond bourbon to other whiskey styles—will roll out in the future. They'll be worth keeping an eye on: If there's anything the Beam story makes clear, it's that great bourbon is ever-evolving—and it can't be held back.
We're in a golden age for vintage vehicles. Aside from the usual Corvettes and Mustangs that have held collectible status for decades, a whole generation of Radwood-era rides is finally getting its due (see the skyrocketing prices on '90s Hondas, for example), along with other cars and trucks that have suddenly become enthusiast icons. Browsing today's lineup of online car auctions gives you a front-row seat to all the action—and a fun way to put one of these rides in your garage.
We scoured auction sites like Cars & Bids, Bring a Trailer, Hemmings, and more to put together a short list of some of the most intriguing vehicles up for grabs right now. See something you like? Bid on it. Not interested in our picks? Check back later—we'll update this page with a fresh batch of car auctions every week.
Supercar fans, don't miss this one. The M1 was developed to meet homologation requirements for FIA Group 5 racing, and if you think it bears a resemblance to a Lambo, you're onto something: The car was initially planned to be a joint project between BMW and Lamborghini. That fell through, but thankfully around 400 examples of this incredible hand-assembled model were produced—including just two in black. The final price will be eye-watering, but in addition to driving one of the rarest BMWs out there, you'll get a free watch, too.
How can you not love a woody wagon? This handsomely paneled Packard was restored in the 1970s and received a few modifications, including front fenders with dual spare tires and an upgraded fuel tank. The engine was also rebuilt, and the seller reports that with its three-speed manual and factory overdrive, this 100-horsepower chariot can cruise at 70 mph—not bad for an 81-year-old car.
Before the Celica and Supra became two different models, they were one sleek wedge-shaped sports car. This MKII example looks especially nice in all black, and it comes with some desirable options, including cruise control and "Performance Type" wheel arch flares and a two-piece spoiler. There are some spots of corrosion on the outside, but the interior looks great, and the car even has its original factory stereo with a graphic equalizer. How's that for period-correct?
Although it might not have the name recognition of companies like Triumph or MG, TVR is an esteemed manufacturer of British sports cars, and the 2500M might be its most beloved model. This particular small but mighty two-seater has some upgraded mechanicals: A 4.0-liter Rover V8 engine for even more power, and a five-speed manual transmission pulled from a Triumph TR6. The rest of the car underwent a "rotisserie restoration," according to the listing, and has been fully refreshed inside and out. Now all it needs is a willing driver and some winding back roads to carve up.
This "baby Blazer" (it was the smaller sibling to Chevy's full-size K5 Blazer) might not be at the top of most 4×4 collectors' lists, but a well-kept, low-mileage example in red definitely deserves a look. This one has just 75,000 miles on the clock, and it boasts the enticing combo of a 4.3-liter Vortec V6 (good for about 190 horsepower) and four-wheel drive. Better yet, it's a two-door model, which means it gets the stylish diagonal C-pillar and triangular pop-out rear windows.
This article was produced in partnership with Pendleton Whisky
Inspired by the famed Pendleton Round-Up Rodeo, Pendleton® Whisky is more than a brand—it's a celebration of the American West and all those who embrace its values, traditions, and culture.
It all starts with what goes into each bottle: a well-crafted whisky that delivers rich flavor and a smooth finish. First released in 2003, the Original blend is barrel-aged in American oak and finished with glacier-fed spring water from Oregon's Mt. Hood. The Pendleton Whisky collection also includes a Midnight variety, a 90-proof whisky aged in American brandy barrels, as well as a 1910 variety, a 100 percent rye whisky that's oak barrel aged for a minimum of 12 years.
The Pendleton Whisky collection pays homage to the spirit of the American cowboy and true western tradition. However, to truly appreciate the brand behind the bottle, you need to be acquainted with Pendleton's annual limited edition 'We've Got Your 6' Military Edition bottle.
The idea for the Military Edition bottle stems from Pendleton Whisky's core principles—based on the "Code of the West" from the book Cowboy Ethics by James P. Owen—which include 'having each other's back', 'staying true to your word', and 'always doing what's right'. When the first dedicated Military Edition bottle was released in 2015, the goal was simply to support veterans in local communities who had sacrificed so much to defend the freedoms we all hold dear.
In 2021, the Pendleton Whisky team decided to double down on their support of military families by partnering with the Bob Woodruff Foundation. Founded in 2006 after reporter Bob Woodruff was hit by a roadside bomb while covering the war in Iraq, the foundation is one of the largest non-profit organizations in the country. In fact, it's granted over $87 million to local veterans' organizations around the country, supporting emerging and long-term needs like suicide prevention, caregiver support, and food security.
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A Worthy Cause
This year, Pendleton Whisky renewed its partnership with the Bob Woodruff Foundation. Pendleton Whisky is donating a portion of sales to the foundation, totaling $100,000. This money will go directly toward supporting local veterans' organizations.
"The VA and other government services do a lot of great work for veterans, but the reality is they can't do it all," says Dave Woodruff, Bob Woodruff Foundation's co-founder and chief development officer. "We come in and try to fill those gaps by getting dollars to people who are doing the work in local communities."
That includes people like Brandon Davis, an eight-year U.S. Army veteran, who now serves as a senior care coordinator at Veterans Services of the Carolinas (VSC). Davis runs the largest veterans' call center in North Carolina, connecting local veterans with assistance including housing, employment, food, and more.
More than a job, this work is personal to Davis. Following his first tour of duty in 2008, Davis struggled to reintegrate into society and fell into homelessness before eventually re-enlisting in the Army for another tour. That experience drove Davis to work tirelessly in service of fellow veterans, many of whom are facing the same situation he found himself in.
"Companies donating money to the Bob Woodruff Foundation are enabling those of us on the front lines to go out and fill those gaps where the needs are," says Davis. "Hopefully this makes our communities healthier as a whole."
Last year, Veteran Services of the Carolinas received a grant from the Bob Woodruff Foundation to support local veterans and their families who are dealing with food insecurity—one of the major challenges brought on by the pandemic. The impact from the Bob Woodruff Foundation partnership was immediate.
Serve One Forward
New for 2022, Pendleton launched an innovative new program that enables everyone to support veterans. The "Serve One Forward" campaign allows consumers to show support for veterans by purchasing a drink for an active duty or retired service member at select bars across the country, from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Purchased drinks will be displayed via tear sheets and veterans can claim those drinks at select bars.
"It's beautiful because it gets right to the local community and is a great way for people to say thank you to veterans," said Woodruff.
It all goes back to the concept of "We've Got Your 6": four simple words that represent much more than a motto. It represents a promise to support veterans in need—to protect those who protected us.
For Pendleton Whisky, supporting veterans and having their backs isn't just something they say, it's something they do.
Now that's a cause worth toasting to.
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How to Make a Pendleton Salute
Servings: 1
Ingredients
1.5 oz Pendleton® Whisky
1 oz Campari
1 oz Sweet Vermouth
3 Blueberries
Instructions
Stir ingredients very well with ice and strain into an ice-filled rocks glass.
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College football is America's most intensely regional sport. And allegiances don't end with teams; they extend to entire college football conferences as well. No other sport makes a team's division or conference such a central part of its identity. If you walked into a Pittsburgh Steelers game, you would never in a million years hear fans chanting for the AFC North. But you will occasionally hear fans of SEC football teams chanting "SEC! SEC! SEC!" because college sports are a beast all their own.
The 2022 season is not so much inching closer as it is rapidly closing in. We're T-minus a month and a half until Nebraska and Northwestern meet in Dublin, Ireland, to start the Football Bowl Subdivision season on Aug. 27. Before they do that—and right as season previewing kicks into full gear—we're ranking the 10 FBS conferences by how exciting they'll be to watch in 2022 (an admittedly arbitrary determination). Every conference will have a boatload of storylines worth following, but here's a primer on the most intriguing college football conferences to pay attention to this fall.
This article is an installment of The Everyday Warrior series, featuring advice, key interviews, and tips to live a life of wellness, impact, growth, and continual learning.
Whether you're leading a team of account executives or Navy SEALS, you likely view football coaches as the pinnacle of leadership. That's because coaches like Vince Lombardi, Bill Belichick, Nick Saban, and Mel Tucker have set an extremely high bar of excellence, professionalism, and success.
During last week's Men's Journal Everyday Warrior Podcast, Michigan State University's head football coach, the legendary Mel Tucker, discussed his approach to coaching. Today's business leaders can learn a lot from this insightful interview, including how football coaches lead their teams to victory. Great coaches act in the best interests of those they lead, make it their mission to help players reach their full potential, and believe that leadership is about service above all else.
Today's leaders must decide if they're content with the status quo or ready to lead like a football coach. If that's you, here's how to start:
1. Build relationships
Great coaches recognize a team is only as strong as its players. They understand that no matter how talented those players are, it takes more than a motivational speech to get the best out of them. It's about fostering an environment where players aren't playing for themselves but out of respect for their teammates. This level of reverence begins at the top and requires coaches to connect with their players.
"I work hard to let each player know I see them as an individual," says Tucker. "Listening is a huge part of this because when they realize you're interested in what they have to say, they know you care."
Adopting this mindset will help business leaders improve their company culture, develop talent, and increase profitability. Taking the time to get to know your employees sends a message that you care about them as people. That boosts morale, strengthens your team, and creates a sound foundation for success. Need proof? Look at the year Tucker and his team had in 2021.
There's no way a team has a season like the Spartans had in 2021 without every player and staff member being wholly dedicated and invested in success. So, how does a coach facilitate this? First, it's crucial to understand there's nothing more toxic than someone who doesn't want to be there. When people are only motivated by money, they're not vested in the organization's future.
To protect against this, coaches and leaders rely on intrinsic motivation. This is when people develop an internal drive to act because what they're doing is more satisfying than external rewards. Essentially, they create something in which people can place their beliefs. For Tucker, this meant inviting coaches, employees, and players with that quality into his program to help build the team's winning culture and shape its future. When done correctly, as with Michigan State's football program, it creates a sense of community, accountability, and ownership. People who develop an intrinsic drive are more devoted to their work and are emotionally invested in their mission.
3. Set people up for success
Coaches learn to celebrate small victories because they see that small wins pave the way for championships. Through experience, they develop an understanding of time that allows them to see further than those they lead. That's why, having played the game himself, Coach Tucker knows the importance of preparing for post-football success. For him, this means helping players realize football doesn't define who they are.
The same is true in business; companies are asking more of their workforce at the expense of work-life balance. It's up to individual leaders to change this by focusing on what's best for their employees. When they do, they often find what's best for their workers is also what's best for their business. Setting people up for success means providing the tools they'll need to achieve their goals, but it also means offering the compassionate guidance required to help them separate who they are from what they do.
Leading like a football coach means serving those who look to you for direction. Even among the coaching elite, Tucker and his team are shining examples of what it means to answer the call; they've developed an in-house curriculum that begins preparing students for a successful post-football career from the first day they arrive in the program. If you're ready to lead like a football coach, the greatest lesson you can learn from legends like Tucker is that, while winning is important, it's the journey that makes the team and service that defines the coach.
Stephanie Ross posted: " Copper has been used by humans for millennia, and its properties – malleability, conductivity and resistance to corrosion – make it ideal for electrical applications. Global demand for the metal is forecast to continue growing as the world economy ele" Market Business News
Copper has been used by humans for millennia, and its properties – malleability, conductivity and resistance to corrosion – make it ideal for electrical applications. Global demand for the metal is forecast to continue growing as the world economy electrifies.
Recently, some of the industry's most influential players including Canadian mining billionaire Robert Friedland have called the current moment an "inflection point". Friedland is the co-chairperson of Ivanhoe Mines. Friedland is also a co-chair of the Kamoa-Kakula complex in the DRC, which recently announced an upcoming expansion that will make it the third-largest mining complex globally.
In a recent statement, Friedland said, "We are at an inflection point for the copper industry … one where we must determine how to meet growing demand, even as discovering and building new mines becomes ever more challenging. Humanity will likely require as much copper in the next 22 years alone as it did through this point in its history – [about] 700-million tonnes – just to maintain 3% gross domestic product growth."
While Africa is seen as an opportunity for investment, Latin America has its own advantages and projects that will attract foreign investment. Canadian copper exploration company Solaris Resources (TSX:SLS; OTCQB: SLSSF) owns the Warintza Project in Ecuador and recently announced an Investment Protection Agreement (IPA) with the Government of Ecuador.
The IPA provides a foundation of certainty with respect to the legal and fiscal framework governing the Warintza Project, where a mineral resource estimate was recently completed outlining 1.5 billion tonnes in an open pit with a high-grade starter pit, and is an essential building block for investment certainty. The IPA outlines stable mining regulations, security of title and investment for the term of the agreement, as well as significant new tax incentives to accelerate development. Specific tax incentives include a 5% reduction of income tax, fixing the income tax rate applicable to the company at 20%, exemption from the capital outflow tax, as well as the exemption of all import duties for the import of goods needed for new investments in the Project, providing a significant boost for the company, as well as the region.
With prices high and demand expected to continue growing, the copper mining industry is poised for continued expansion in the years to come. Demand is being driven by the electrification of the global economy, and Latin America is seen as a key opportunity for investment and growth in the sector.
March 2022 saw Fitch Ratings raise its copper price target from $9,500 to $9,500 per tonne in 2022 and to $8,500. The ratings agency mentioned post-pandemic demand, tight markets, and short-term supply disruptions as causes of the price hikes. The agency sees copper benefitting from increased long-term demand outside of the quarter-to-quarter cycles because of the larger macroeconomic forces hitting economies now and in the coming years.
One of the other effects of the current market conditions is that copper mining companies are on the hunt for better and bigger projects. Copper exploration is currently at a decade high, with companies looking for the next big deposit to mine. This is good news for Central and South American countries, which are seeing a surge in interest and investment in their copper mining and processing sector.
The effect of this interest will be a rise in mergers and acquisitions for the sector which will result in more jobs and higher wages for workers, as well as new infrastructure development. In April 2022, the metals and mining industry hit $7.4 billion in M&A deals globally. Canadian mining companies have been on quite a buying spree, domestically and internationally. Canadian exploration companies and development companies are some of the biggest in the world and often hold stakes in high-value properties.
Solaris' investments in Ecuador and the government's excitement about the project are reflective of a general sentiment of positive growth in the industry right now. Major mining companies like Ivanhoe and Rio Tinto could be looking for further acquisitions in the months to come, with high-grade projects in stable mining jurisdictions taking priority above all else.
The Grizzlies beat the Nets 120-84 on Tuesday, matching the record set by the Nuggets in 2007 for most points scored in a Las Vegas Summer League game.
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New Celtics additions Malcolm Brogdon and Danilo Gallinari said they are both ready to sacrifice whatever is necessary to reach their goal of winning a championship.
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NewHeavenOnEarth posted: "Unbelieving believers have a double mind and do not receive anything from God. They blame God for the evil of the power of satan disguised as light, not knowing the spirit of harlotry is within them (Hosea 5:3-7:16), having believed and received mixed tea" New Heaven on Earth!
Unbelieving believers have a double mind and do not receive anything from God. They blame God for the evil of the power of satan disguised as light, not knowing the spirit of harlotry is within them (Hosea 5:3-7:16), having believed and received mixed teachings from the false church under false shepherds who lead their sheep to conform to this world instead of the Word made flesh in Jesus; the church infiltrated by satan, married to ba'al (2:16-17), so the sheep turn to ba'al (7:16); rejecting the Risen Christ and speak lies against him (7:13-16); falling for the lies, falsehood, deception, manipulation, witchcraft, sorcery, pharmakeia, disobedience to the Word, Will, and Spirit of the Living God; straying from God, believing the lies that the Real Jesus would replace with the Truth of God if they would repent, TURN, from the woke darkness to his Marvelous Light, eyes opened to TURN from the power of satan to the Power of God, and find their place in the one Body and one Spirit of God in Christ and Christ in the Bride who has the HOLY Spirit, belonging to the Bridegroom King of kings and Lord of lords; ransomed in the Blood of the Lamb for God; made a righteous kingdom and a royal priesthood of true BELIEVERS; born again BELIEVERS; born again OF God OF Living Water OF Spirit.
"God is Spirit" ~Jesus in John 4:24
The Bridegroom is Risen Christ; the same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead is given to the pure bride who makes herself READY; betrothed to her One Husband (2 Corinthians 11:2b). Jesus told the woman at the well she had five husbands and the husband she now had was NOT her husband, but to ASK the One Husband (# seven = complete) for Living Water, the Gift of God, so she would never thirst again. The world says you are "thirsty" if you lust after someone or something; but the Word says to thirst for the Water of Life of the Spirit and the Bride, desiring the Living Water, TAKING the Living Risen Christ as your one Husband and never thirst again; fed by his RIGHTEOUSNESS you are satisfied.
The Bride takes the righteousness of her Bridegroom; apart from Christ, the One Husband, no one is righteous but self-righteous, self-realized, selfish, self-centered, self-focused with polluted old water in their body and soul and mind; conforming to the world; influenced by old fallen "stars" and old forms on earth (e.g. old forms of religion without the Power of God; old forms of government that enslave God's people and put them in bondage to evil, world rulers of this present darkness (Ephesians 6:11-12); corrupt science and worldly health "authorities" who cannot cure or heal you (Hosea 5:13; Luke 8:43-50) but are deceived lying lions who seek PREY to steal, kill, and destroy: satan's plans to harm you (Hosea 5:14-15).
But God! the Word says "Come, let us RETURN to the Lord...that He may HEAL us...BIND up [our broken hearts]...REVIVE us...RAISE us UP...live before Him [NHONE is ALWAYS before Him Isaiah 66:22)...Let us KNOW to press on to KNOW the Lord; his going forth is as SURE as the dawn; he will come to you AS the showers [Revelation 22:1-5,17], AS the springs rains that water the earth (Hosea 6:1-3); the Spirit of the Lord and HIS anointing, HIS Living Water, makes your spirit and soul and body a watered garden that flourishes and fruits Christ when you are baptized INTO Christ, putting ON Christ (Isaiah 61:1-11; Galatians 2:27; Luke 12:49-50).
Evil doers rebel against the Word, Will, and Spirit of God; transgressing the New Covenant, deal faithlessly...evildoers...robbers...murder...commit villainy...horrible things...the harlot is DEFILED...corruption revealed...wicked deeds...deal FALSELY...the thief breaks in and raid the churches...their wickedness makes the fallen kings glad...treachery makes the fallen princes glad. They are ALL adulterers...leavened with evil...become sick with old wine...their anger smolders within them...devouring them from the inside out. ALL their kings have fallen and none of them calls on God...mixtures...aliens devouring your strength but you know it not [antichrist spirits, demonic spirits, unclean spirits, familiar spirits, etc. feed off of fear, anger, etc. that they put on you and try to put in you]...using PRIDE against you, yet they do not RETURN to the Lord God Almighty through Jesus, nor seek Him..."Woe to them, for they have strayed from God! destruction to them, for they have rebelled against God! who would REDEEM them, but they continue to speak LIES against [Jesus the Christ; they are anti-Christ, against Christ]. They do not cry [to Jesus] from their heart, but they wail upon their beds [they made their beds now they lie in them]; they gash themselves, they rebel against God...they devise evil against the people of God. They turn to ba'al; they are like a treacherous bow [Revelation 6:2 counterfeit christs, imposters who think they are the world's saviors; creating crisis and creating their man-made solutions that cause MORE HARM than good]...because of their insolence of tongue (pride, lust, greed, antichrist power and control, manipulation, deception, lies, falsehoods, trickery] they will be destroyed [in the wrath of the Lamb Revelation 11:18, 14:14-20, 19:15]" ~Hosea 7:7-16
Make believers are saying all the "right" things but their heart is unbelieving, doubting the Word of God, questioning the veracity of the Word of God; believing and conforming to the world system of beliefs, the antithesis of the Word of God; not born again as Jesus says, but intellectually adding Jesus to their old wine, instead of believing, asking, receiving the new wine into new wineskins. The old wineskins can't hold the River of Water of Life from the Throne of God our Father and his Christ at the Father's Right Hand.
Jesus says, "Ask and receive, seek and find, knock and the Door opens" (Matthew 7:7). Ask Abba Father and he will give you His Spirit (7:9-11). Seek FIRST the kingdom of God and HIS righteousness and all will be given to you (6:33). "Come to Me and I will give you rest; you will FIND rest" (11:28). "Come to Me and drink, and rivers of Living Water will flow from you [after I am glorified]: My Spirit" (John 7:37-39). ASK ME and I will give you MYSELF and the spiritual Gifts of God (John 4:10).
"RECEIVE the abundant grace and free gift of RIGHTEOUSNESS to reign in life THROUGH Jesus the Christ" Romans 5:17
Pray to the Father of Glory, the Father of Jesus, for a spirit of Wisdom and REVELATION of the knowledge of God and his glory of Christ; the eyes of your heart enlightened, your understanding enlightened, to KNOW your calling, KNOW your inheritance as co-heir with Christ, and KNOW the immeasurable greatness of the Power of God in true believers in Christ (Ephesians 1:17-23).
"After this Jesus appeared in another form...but they did not believe those who went back and told the rest. Afterward Jesus appeared to the eleven themselves...upbraiding them for their hardness of heart, because they did not believe those who saw him after he had RISEN" Mark 16:12-18
"John TURNED to see the Voice" and saw Christ as he NOW is (Revelation 1:12-18).
Saul/Paul, "at midday saw a light from heaven brighter than the sun, shining round him...when they had all FALLEN to the ground, heard a Voice...'I am Jesus whom you are persecuting. But RISE and STAND, for I have appeared to you FOR A PURPOSE...open eyes to see to TURN from darkness to Light and from the power of satan to the Power of God, to RECEIVE forgiveness of sins AND a new 'place' to LIVE among those who are sanctified by FAITH in Christ" Acts 26:12-18
"He who BELIEVES is not condemned; he who does NOT BELIEVE is condemned already" ~Jesus in John 3:18
"He who BELIEVES in the Son of God has the testimony IN himself. He who does NOT BELIEVE God, has made Jesus a liar, because he has NOT BELIEVED in the testimony that God borne to his Son [the spirit of prophesy over every one who BELIEVES the testimony Revelation 19:10)]. And this is the testimony: God gave us eternal life, and THIS LIFE is IN his Son. He who HAS the Son HAS life; he who has not the Son has not life...BELIEVE, ask and obtain requests" (1 John 5:10-15) [unbelievers are "walking dead" to death; but in Christ always triumphing "life to life" 2 Corinthians 2:14-16
"Truly, truly, I say to you, he who BELIEVES in Me will ALSO DO the works I do; and greater works" ~Jesus in John 14:12
"Truly, I say to you, IF you have faith and never doubt, you will not only do what has been done to the cursed fig tree, but even if you say to mountains of problems, 'Be taken up and cast into the sea' it will be done. And whatever you ask in prayer [in intimate relationship in Christ with the Father] you will receive, if you have faith" ~Jesus in Matthew 21:21-22
"These signs will accompany those who BELIEVE; in My Name they will cast out demons; speak in new tongues; not be hurt; lay hands on sick to recover...while the Lord works WITH you, confirming His Message by the signs that attend it" ~Jesus in Mark 16:17-20
The Holy Spirit convicts first of sin = unbelief (John 16:9). "Who believes Jesus? Who has God revealed His Arm to? those who TURN and healed (John 12:38-41) to see the glory of Christ as Isaiah did in ch. 53 revealed by Holy Spirit, giving true BELIEVERS eyes to see, ears to hear, hearts to conceive and perceive what God has prepared for those who love Jesus (1 Corinthians 2:4-16; Romans 8:28-37).
"Inherit...through the RIGHTEOUSNESS of faith...heirs [with Christ] for faith is NULL and the promise VOID under the law...That is why it depends on faith, in order that the Promises of the Father may rest on GRACE and be GUARANTEED...sharing the faith of Jesus...in the Presence of God in whom we BELIEVE, who gives LIFE to the dead and calls into existence the things that do not exist...DO NOT DISTRUST or waver concerning the Promises of God [2 Peter 1:3-4; Romans 5:17], but grow STRONG in faith as you give the GLORY TO GOD, fully CONVINCED that God is ABLE...faith reckoned as RIGHTEOUSNESS...us ALSO...reckoned to us who BELIEVE in God who RAISED Jesus from the dead" Romans 4:13--24
You must ALSO consider yourselves dead to sin and ALIVE to God IN CHRIST (Romans 6:11).
Conquer unbelief and receive all of Revelation 2-3, culminating in being granted to sit WITH CHRIST in heavenly places (3:21); not letting anyone seize your crown, escaping the hour of trial (3:10-12), doors shut to evil, the Door open to the Father, clothed in white garments, awake (3:2-5) and aware of the morning star risen in your heart (Revelation 2:28; 2 Peter 1:19), clothed with Power from on high (Revelation 2:27; Luke 24:49), Christ in you (hidden manna) your new name (bride) having gotten a "yes" from God when you give your "yes" to all of Christ (Revelation 2:17; Ephesians 1:23), NOT HARMED by second death (2:11), granted to eat of the tree of life (2:7), having returned to your First Love, the First Born from the dead of the New Covenant!
The Word and the Spirit of God make me so HAPPY! The King of kings and Lord of lords is Faithful and True and Trustworthy and Righteous, Who fought for his Bride and WON, and will NEVER leave her, forsake her, abandon her, or betray her, but puts His Delight in her, giving her the desires of her redeemed heart. To Risen Christ you can safely, securely, totally, completely, fully GIVE your whole heart and He will NEVER break it.Thank God for Jesus! "Worship God in Spirit and glory in Christ" (Philippians 3:3).
"IF then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are Above, where Christ is, seated at the Right Hand of God. Set your mind on things that are Above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hid with Christ in God" Colossians 3:1-3
"In that day you will KNOW that I am in the Father, and you in Me and I in you" ~Jesus in John 14:20
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