As I sit here in the union on the bustling campus of MSU, I love to just sit and watch. What a humbling experience it is to step back from my own life and watch the orchestra of life around me. … [Read more...]
Thriving even in the drought

Life is full of changes. One of the most popular passages in Ecclesiastes (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8) refers to how there is a season for everything in our lives! In the midst of all … [Read more...]
“…I will be their God!” – The Lord’s provision
"Behold, I will gather them from all the countries to which I drove them in my anger and my wrath and in great indignation. I will bring them back to this place, and I will make them dwell in … [Read more...]
VBS 2012 and what I learned while waiting

Time truly flies when you're having fun, and this week was no different. This past week at Vacation Bible School seemed to fly right by, but at least I have some pictures to remind me of all the fun … [Read more...]
Living “Guided” and the Bridge of Faith

Good morning from North Myrtle Beach! What a blessing it was this morning to wake up early and drink coffee on the balcony of my uncle's beachfront condo. I know, right? It's probably not too … [Read more...]
Happy Mother’s Day!
Happy Mother's Day! On this wonderful day, we have the great opportunity to celebrate our mothers. Even though they should have MULTIPLE days of the year--actually everyday--we have this day in … [Read more...]
Word of the Week: Obedience
WEDNESDAY -Word of the Week- .obedience. Early this morning, a dear friend of mine sent me a special text. Here's what it said: "And we will receive from him whatever we ask because we … [Read more...]
Blog update and “Is Jesus enough for you?”
Hi, dear readers! I'm so excited to be writing you today with some awesome news... "Compelled" is getting a new style! Over the past few days especially, I have been thinking and praying about … [Read more...]
Happy Easter!
Happy Easter! On this day, let's celebrate with great joy! Our Savior did not only die to pay the price of sin for all eternity, but He defeated the grave; He rose again! Just as Matt Maher … [Read more...]
Encountering God in this Season of Lent

*** The sun was shining brightly. Even after the long bike ride back to my apartment, a smile still found it's way across my glistening face. In the mood to cook, I opened up the cookbook she … [Read more...]