a lover of words driven by the love of God
I love tea. Jaidynn does not. Therefore, I need to find ways to share my tea with other people, otherwise my tea cabinet will remain full forever. I also need to find reasons to use my three four teapots and … Continue reading “Ministry for One” →
Welcome back! I think the Swan of Avon put it best when he remarks in Macbeth, “Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow, Creeps in this petty pace from day to day, To the last syllable of recorded time;” Or perhaps the Psalmist … Continue reading “New Year, New Endeavors, New Writing! 2025 Update” →
Since my most recent update last year (yikes!), my life has been a revolving door of change. I’m excited to deliver both an update and share some future plans that are in the works for me and Jaidynn! What’s New? … Continue reading “What’s New? May 2024 Update!” →
The other day, God blessed me through a cup of coffee, hand poured by my Greek professor. My friend who usually meets me for breakfast on Wednesday mornings decided to sleep in, and to my chagrin, the student dining room … Continue reading “Redefining Coffee” →
Sarah talked about rain, and I remembered the night in Addis that it woke me up. Pounding on the tin roofs like it might break through, the fat drops splashed violently onto the trees, the houses, and the ground with … Continue reading “Rain in Addis” →
“I want to go home.” I don’t think I ever actually said it, but that was one of my most common thoughts when I was eight years old. My family had just moved from Wisconsin to Missouri, and I was … Continue reading “Leaving, Longing, and the Everlasting” →
Hello friends and family! This past week, Moody Bible Institute hosted the Missions Conference, a three-day event aimed at bringing students a wider view of God’s heart and mission for the world. This was the first year I got to … Continue reading “Ministry Update: A Call to Prayer” →