On the eve of my 27th birthday I sit and reflect on all the ways God has blessed me and provided for me. I am so thankful for my friends and family, for the plethora of experiences I have been privy … Read more about Choosing to Die for a Stranger
Revamped and Revisited
Remember when you were a kid and April 30th was full of anticipation... You would pop the popcorn and assemble the pipe cleaners. You would write your notes and color … Read more about Revamped and Revisited
Made for More
In America, the land of excess, we always want more. More money.. More success.. More food.. More praise.. More pleasure.. We … Read more about Made for More
I’ve had enough, I’m giving up.
No one told me it would be this hard. No one told me there would be so many lies, so much deception. Every moment, every second is a battle. It never stops. It won’t stop. No matter … Read more about I’ve had enough, I’m giving up.
Words Cannot Express – A Video of My 11 Months on the World Race
Words cannot express the challenges, the pure joy, nor the transformation that took place this year. Only God can see all that has transpired during the 11 months I traversed the globe with Him … Read more about Words Cannot Express – A Video of My 11 Months on the World Race
Tell the World I’m Coming Home
As I sit aboard my first flight back to America I try to collect my thoughts and emotions for my arrival in 33 hours. I have no idea how to sum up this year of my life. How will I explain in 2 hours, … Read more about Tell the World I’m Coming Home
It’s Time for the Reaping
As I ride in a bus en route to my last country on the World Race I think of all those back home in Iowa riding in a combine. As they harvest the corn and beans, I reflect upon the harvest I saw take … Read more about It’s Time for the Reaping
On the Other Side of the Box
Growing up my parents were a source of encouragement, support, and guidance. They taught me how to tie my shoes, how to be responsible, and how to love others well. They have been at my side through … Read more about On the Other Side of the Box
Desecrating a Masterpiece
This month in Malaysia the men and women of A-squad have been separated into a male team for “Man-istry” and five female teams for “Fem-inistry”. I have once … Read more about Desecrating a Masterpiece
