The Iron Pew

Notes from the forge

The verse behind the design, and what it looks like on a Tuesday.

Behind the design

Why the knight kneels: the story behind Built in the Fire

Armour, a sword driven into the ground, and a man resting on it. Where the image came from and why faith over fear is not the same as fearlessness.

August 9, 20264 min read
Scripture

1 Corinthians 16:13 is four commands, not a slogan

Be on your guard. Stand firm. Be courageous. Be strong. We put all four on a blanket for a reason — most people only ever quote the last one.

August 5, 20265 min read
Training

Iron sharpens iron: finding a lifting partner who tells you the truth

The verse is about people, not plates. What it actually means to let someone sharpen you, in the gym and everywhere else.

August 1, 20264 min read

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