Luke 18:18-30 Everyone wants to live a good life. However, do we all know what is good? The young Jewish ruler who approached Jesus with a question seemed to have everything people want in a good life: education, fame, money, and ultimately society’s approval, as well as the esteem of his peers. He was approaching [...]
A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord determines his steps. (Proverbs 16:9) My college application was going to be perfect: four years on the soccer team, section editor of the school newspaper, at least one year as an ASB commissioner, and of course, a buffet of classes that included honors and AP’s in [...]
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding, in all your ways, acknowledge Him and He will keep your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6 I have been interested in teaching ever since I was in elementary school. I loved the idea of molding young minds and influencing their lives [...]
Two years ago, chemo-treatments stole my appetite for food. I remember feeling empty inside and unsure if I was hungry or nauseated. Three times a day, the hospital cafeteria would call my room to take my order. I ordered food so the nutritionist wouldn’t lecture me, but when the tray arrived, I would glimpse at [...]
John 20:11-14 She was devastated when he died. She thought her life was over. With tear-stained cheeks and a distressed soul she sat before the empty tomb and wondered how she was ever going to move on. When Jesus died, Mary Magdalene thought life would never be the same. If we’re honest with ourselves, we’ve [...]
