Last week, I read an essay I wrote about the month I spent in Turkey back in 2013. In the essay, I wrote about how the trip gave me a new sense of gratitude for the things God has blessed us with. … Read more about Give Thanks In All Circumstances
Light is Stronger Than Darkness
Today is Veterans Day. A day that marks the end of World War I and is set aside to celebrate those who have served to protect our country. Right now, our nation is in the throes of a dark and … Read more about Light is Stronger Than Darkness
Run the Race
As one of my fundraisers for my trip, I am selling t-shirts. The company I used to design my shirts, Fund the Nations, creates unique designs for individual fundraisers. Since I had this shirt … Read more about Run the Race
Turning In My Keys
Today, I turn in my keys for my summer job for the fifth and final time. This will be the second time this year that I have removed keys from my key chain and they won’t be the last I have to … Read more about Turning In My Keys
What Are You Seeking?
On Tuesday night, at a Young Life leader meeting, my friend Bryan challenged us to answer a question that Jesus asked two of John the Baptist followers when they began to follow him in John 1:38: … Read more about What Are You Seeking?
You Can’t Do 100 Things Well
“You can’t do 100 things well.” Just a few weeks ago I heard these words spoken at a leadership retreat. While I recognized their truth in my life, I continued to live at the same … Read more about You Can’t Do 100 Things Well
We Cry Out
Today, students across the nation gathered around flag poles to pray together as a community. The theme for this year, “We Cry Out,” could not be more appropriate. These past few years, … Read more about We Cry Out
I Surrender
“Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” - James 1:22 Nine years ago, when I was at summer camp, my camp counselor challenged me with this … Read more about I Surrender
Who Am I?
Who am I? I guess I’m still figuring that one out, too. At a surface level, I am a 24-year-old social studies teacher at the high school that I attended. I am a graduate of Calvin … Read more about Who Am I?
