the Blog
Notes from
the smoke
If we are going to get close enough to the fire to help people go from hell to hope, we have to know the way home.
Short pieces on rescue, courage, discernment, and staying rooted — written, not repurposed.
The Cost of Obedience: Counting the Price in Our Rescue Mission
In the ever-evolving journey of leadership, understanding the true cost of obedience is paramount. Today, I want to delve into what it truly means to be committed to a mission, a cause, or a calling—particularly when that mission involves rescuing others from the metaphorical flames of judgment, as inspired by Jude 23, my life verse.
The Smells Like Smoke Journey
Welcome to the Smells Like Smoke podcast blog. My name is Trevor DeVage, your host and guide on this journey of transformation and redemption. We've rebranded from "The Make" to "Smells Like Smoke"—a nod to a deeper, more resonant understanding of our purpose. This voyage that began with sermons and scriptures has now led to my first book titled "Smells Like Smoke," which encapsulates years of reflection.