Tag Archives: teen

Why Are We Called Human Beings?

I’ve said to a few cherished people in the past, “I don’t care what we do, I just want to be with you.” I’m learning God says that to me, too, every single day.

God’s Kingdom > My Empire

This picture reminded me of what it means to be a servant of God, building HIS kingdom over MY empire. Because success looks a little different as a Christian.

Battling Imposter’s Syndrome

I struggle with imposter’s syndrome big-time. But God reminded me of a Bible story this week to battle that mindset, and it hit me like a ton of bricks:

Lily Wants to Make You Laugh

Life is all over the place right now. But that’s what life is. And to trap it in a box the size of a blog post would be wrong.

So here are all the little things God has taught me this week (along with some goofy moments with Lily;)

So Unworthy

This summer, I had this moment where it just hit me how awful and unworthy I am. I was disgusted with myself.

But never before have I felt so astonished by God’s love for us. He knows us, AND He loves us. That’s crazy.

Sitting With Jesus

At camp, I started realizing Jesus sits across from me while I pray, stands beside me while I worship Him, and speaks to me in so many ways.

And after that, I couldn’t seem to get rid of Jesus.

What I Learned From Never Making Varsity

I used to be embarrassed to admit I’ve been on JV all four years of high school.

But now I see what God’s plan was from the beginning. And I’m confident now: God makes beautiful things, even out of us.