6 teammates.
4 months.
115 days.
2,760 hours.
165,600 minutes.
9,936,000 seconds.
This blog is dedicated to a group of crazy, God-loving women. Women who pointed me to Christ. Women who made me laugh until tears were in my eyes. Women who challenged me to live authentically.
Community is never easy. And I think our culture has made it even more difficult to find true, strong community. I am thankful these past four months I’ve been able to live in very close proximity with these women. Each of you have shown me more of Christ by your actions and words…. and for that I am truly grateful.
Caleigh – Thank you for leading us well. You are one of the most humble people I know. You have so much to offer the world through your kind hearted soul. You love hard. You allow people into the pain, the unknown, and confusion as well as the joyous and rejoicing moments. The way you love people, is only by the grace of God. Jesus showed the world how to love with holding nothing back. And I truly believe you encompassed that imagine and characteristic of Jesus, beautifully. So thank you for showing me Christ.
“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you.” James 4:10
Heather – You have shown me what it looks like to be selfless. You willingly put other people’s needs before your own… even when it is inconvinent. You are always asking how you can help and searching for opportunities to serve. You are so mindful and aware of others, expecting nothing in return. That is what Christ did. He walked this earth constantly serving others in whatever capacity was needed, even if is was considered “lowly”. Thank you for showing me Christ.
“Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.” Ephesians 6:7
Juliana – Your authenticity is contagious. And what I have learned from you is that being authentic goes beyond being honest. Yes, honesty is a factor… but I think being authentic is much more. Being authentic is inviting people into your brokenness and adornment of Christ. You have done just that these past four months. You have allowed me to see the good, the bad, and the ugly. I know you. I know what you struggle with. I know what brings you joy. I know what gets on your nerves… and I cherish that. Jesus is the ultimate standard of authenticity. He defines what it means to deny one’s self, even to the point of death. He was confident in His Father, and you are too. God’s grace is sufficient for you. Thank you for showing me Christ.
“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” 2 Corinthians 12:9
Kylie – Your knowledge about the world is one I strive for. You are smart and the knowledge you have gained has allowed you to connect with so many people. I see Jesus in you because He cared about the culture, the people, and world around Him. He knew what He was stepping into so that He could better serve and love the people He would cross paths with. You encompass that. Thank you for showing me Christ.
“The Lord has been mindful of us; He will bless us; He will bless the house of Israel; He will bless the house of Aaron.” Psalm 115:12
Lindsay – You aren’t afraid to ask the hard questions and I think that speaks something of your character. Wrestling with doubts and questions can be tiring, but it builds strength… and that’s what I see in you. Strength. Strength to go first, even when it is hard. A living faith that engages those hard moments. Even Jesus asked questions, and I believe it was because He valued teachable moments and He knew lives would be changed by the answers. Keep asking the questions, you’ll get the answers and then have the privilege to give them away to others. Thanks for showing me Christ.
“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” Matthew 7:7
Morgan – Your love for the Word and evangelism is refreshing. You get it. You get the importance of knowing and breathing in scripture. Through the love of the Word it makes you fall more in love with Christ and then in return makes you want to tell everyone you know. That’s shining Jesus. Jesus loved His Father so much, that He had to tell people. Thank you for showing me Christ.
“…And the word of God abides in you, and you have overcome the evil one.” 1 John 1:14
I put y’all in alphabetical order so that you didn’t think I picked favorites… because I know y’all too well. I am truly grateful for each of you, and am praying for this next season of the Race. Run it well… I’ll see you at the finish line. Never stop Living Boldly!
