Reflections from Colorado’s 14ers: Tabeguache Peak

Reflections from Colorado’s 14ers is a devotional series shaped by time spent hiking Colorado’s highest peaks. Through each climb, I reflect on the ways God meets us in creation and invites us to slow down, pay attention, and remember His faithfulness.

Tabeguache Peak

Normally done in combination with Shavano, this peak isn’t viewed as overly difficult or technical. It didn’t require a lot of advanced planning even though we chose a non-standard approach. However, after a few miles, I felt a significant temptation to give up. I didn’t doubt that I could do it; I just didn’t want to. At that moment, I knew I could not carry myself to the top with my own willpower. So, I confessed my weakness to the person climbing with me. They guided me through taking a break, refocusing my mindset on the beauty of the experience, and, most importantly, getting back up.

Weariness and self-doubt can sneak into the Christian life before we know it. This may show up as a perpetually bad mood, negative outlook, or relational offense. It’s important to have people in our lives who refuse to enter into those cycles, but instead draw us out of them. They remind us of our calling and God’s promises when our own hearts deceive us. They intercede in prayer and speak truth over our hearts. It’s important that we are intentional about cultivating and growing these relationships in times of health so we are ready when struggles come.

“And he prayed, ‘O Lord, please open his eyes that he may see.’ So the Lord opened the eyes of the young man, and he saw, and behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha.”

2 Kings 6:17 ESV

Reflection Questions

• When weariness and self-doubt seep in, how does that manifest in your life and ministry? Take some time to ask God to reveal these parts of your heart.

• Who do you have in your life to, like Elisha, pray for your eyes to see the provision and power of God? How can you foster life-giving relationships like these?

  
  

Invitation

At 121 Retreat, we believe God often meets us when we step away from the noise and spend intentional time with others who encourage and strengthen us in faith. If you’re longing for space to reflect, pray, and cultivate life-giving relationships, we invite you to learn more about our retreats—places designed to draw you closer to God and equip you for the journey ahead.