Welcome!
The names Gretchen and I’m thrilled that you’re here.
Come with me as I give you a glimpse into who the Lord has made me to be, what I enjoy, where I’m from, and where the Lord is taking me.
I’m 22 years young. I’m the oldest of three: one sister and one brother, plus two beautiful parents. I currently work at Starbucks and preparing to embark on this wild adventure known as the World Race. Here are some more spontaneous facts about myself.
- I’m in love with Jesus
- I’m slightly obsessed with my cat
- I’m a certified Florist, Nurses Assistant and Lifeguard
- My favorite color is red
- CrossFit has become my favorite sport
- There is no greater joy than being captivated by the wonder of our Creator
- Young Life has changed my life forever
- Hiking, Running and Snowboarding are some of my favorite hobbies
- I’m a dreamer
- Exploring God’s earth fills my heart to the brim
- I can eat cereal anytime of the day
- I was born on Valentines day
- Writing is fun
- My hair is out of control curly
- I’m about to be an Aunt to a beautiful baby girl
- I want to visit every country before I die
- My heart awakens thinking about sharing the word of God with other Nations
- Having a Childlike heart that delights in the Lord is my motto
- If I could lay in a field full of wild flowers all day, I would
- You will never see me eat pickles, olives or mushrooms
- My heart is content when I’m with family, friends, my Young Life girls or in women’s bible study
- I admire Beth Moore
- The Mystery’s that God withholds entices me every single time
- Giraffes are my favorite animals
- I love being in community
- Trying something new is always exciting
- I know in my heart that I was made to be different, love boldly and live courageously in Jesus
- I crave to know Jesus deeper and be in partnership with Him
BE. IN. DO.
I’ll depart by sharing the verse I try to live my life by. The Lord has been faithful to speak to me through this passage and uses it to motivate me to be different.
ROMANS 12
“Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s Mercy,
to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God –
this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern
of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you
will be able to test and approve what God’s will is – his good, pleasing
and perfect will. For by Grace given to me I say to every one of you:
Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought…..”
The rest of Romans 12 is also rich with the way
of life that I want to live. Now set down your
computer and go read the rest of it. 🙂
With Joy, Gretchen
