Posts with the tag “faith”

I think I speak for most 18-year-olds when I say that the thought of college is scary. This was definitely my experience. However, I am fortunate to say I was raised by faith-filled parents who taught me the importance of finding a good church and a Godly friend group when I got to school. I’m also blessed to say my first Sunday at college, I found Sunnybrook and a great group of people to attend ...  Read More

There I stood—just feet away from the head talent scout for the most prestigious professional wrestling company in the world. My body was still heaving from the try-out match I’d just finished, adrenaline rushing through me, hope clinging tightly to every breath. Then I heard the words that cut deep: “You’re just not ready yet, bud. Keep working, and I’ll see you soon.”You might be thinking, “That...  Read More

As a mother of two young boys, one of my favorite things to observe is their relationship with their dad. In their eyes, he is a true hero! They ask for haircuts that are the same, want shirts that look like his, and mimic his every move. A great compliment–and responsibility–to him, I’m sure! It also makes me incredibly grateful that they have a father worth emulating. If they grow up to be like ...  Read More

Have you ever felt like you’re not equipped to encourage someone else in their walk with Christ? Maybe you’ve thought, “I mess up too much—how could I help someone else when I’m still trying to hold myself together?” If so, you're not alone. Many Christians feel inadequate when it comes to discipling or encouraging others in their faith.But here’s the truth: no matter where you are in your walk wi...  Read More

Did you have a favorite hiding spot or quiet place as a child? One of mine was at my grandparents’ house—in a closet that had access to the attic. There was a little ledge up there, just big enough for my sister and me to host tea parties. My grandma would sit on the step below and sip imaginary tea with us. But that spot became more than just a play area. It became a place I returned to when I ne...  Read More

Oh boy, is this a topic for the ages! The other day, I found myself mindlessly scrolling through my Instagram feed, and before I knew it, I had fallen deep into a spiral of comparison. I couldn't stop consuming—images, ideas, posts—and my mind started racing with thoughts on how I could improve myself: cook a better dinner, buy a cooler pair of pants, or even be a better Christian. What began as i...  Read More

It’s the beginning of a new year, and everything feels fresh—like it’s time for a reset. You might feel excited to start a new hobby, embrace a new lifestyle, or simply refresh your routine. There's something about the "newness" of it all that sparks energy and anticipation. It’s always a good time for reflection.One thing I constantly reflect on, no matter the time of year, is my relationship wit...  Read More

The demands of life often leave us feeling stretched thin—between work, family, and personal commitments, it seems like there’s never enough hours in the day. But as believers, we know we’re called to something more: a life centered on God. Achieving balance between our busy schedules and a meaningful relationship with God is not only possible, but essential. Let’s break this down with five things...  Read More

Sometimes God calls us to something new. When this happens, we can respond in all sorts of ways. Often times, our response can include uncertainty, anxiousness, doubt, and even fear.  How do we navigate this and try to follow where God is leading us?I experienced some of these things when I sensed God calling me to church ministry. I had been involved in full-time hospital chaplaincy for about 11 ...  Read More

More than a GiftThere’s just something about the topic of giving that stirs a wide range of emotion. If you are still reading, then I haven’t yet lost you to one of those emotions. Please stick with me, and I promise you, I’m not just here to ask something from you.In fact, quite the opposite – because if you really look at the biblical principal of giving, you will see that the act of giving is f...  Read More

To me, one of the most fascinating stories in all of scripture is the story of Paul and Silas in Acts 16. Having been chained and imprisoned for sharing the truth of Jesus, I would expect them to wallow in at least a moment of self-pity. If it were me, I would have spent the majority of my day grumbling with God about how I ended up here on His behalf. But if you know their story, you know their r...  Read More

John Wesley was one time quoted as saying, “…in the essentials, we have unity. In non-essentials, we have liberty. In all our beliefs, we show charity.” I think he was right. In the non-essentials of the faith such as the mode of baptism or your position on end times, we can have liberty and freedom to read the Bible and come to our own conclusion. As believers in Christ, on all our beliefs, let’s...  Read More

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because they have not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son.Joh...  Read More

There is a quote attributed to a bishop by the name of Zinzendorf that says, “Preach the Gospel, die, and be forgotten.” While this may sound bleak, we should really view it as our life’s mantra. And before you assume that it does not apply to you because you are not a preacher, think again. Jesus said to his disciples,“And the Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole worl...  Read More