Spiritual Growth
Embracing God’s Plans
In just a few short months, my life has undergone extreme change — leaving my job, my orchestra, and my church to start a new life as a married woman in a new house in a new city and new community. Most of the time I’m loving all the newness, but sometimes it can be overwhelming. … Continue reading
I Will Follow
Sovereign Lord, Where You go, I’ll go Where You stay, I’ll stay When You move, I’ll move I will follow You Five years ago I wanted to leave Greeley, to find a new job somewhere and start new. But God used the lyrics above from one of Chris Tomlin’s songs to show me that sometimes … Continue reading
Waiting for God’s Provision
For years we had been waiting and praying. It seemed as if maybe God’s plan was for us to live lives of singleness for His glory. However, on September 25, 2015, Chris and Lyssa Jones organized a double date to introduce me to a man named Steve Turner. “You two just need to meet!” was … Continue reading
Prayer Warrior
This little pink notebook–my prayer notebook–has become very precious to me this summer. Inside are listed the names and requests of the people for whom I pray regularly. Inside are written the names of my new 4th grade students, so that I can pray for them each by name. Inside are documented some attributes of … Continue reading
God Gives Grace to the Humble
A new school year approaches, and my summer freedom is disappearing. There is always some sadness, but I’m especially excited to teach 4th grade this year. After teaching 5th grade for 5 years, this is a refreshing change. I have also been living alone all summer since my roommate has been a white water rafting … Continue reading
I Am Not Alone
I still remember the first time I had to drive past the location of my car accident last winter. Sick to my stomach with anxiety and fear, I sat on the bathroom floor, tears streaming down my face. I texted several friends, seeking comfort and encouragement. It was getting to the point where I was … Continue reading
Serving the Lord in Singleness – Chapter 6
Sexual Purity in Singleness What if I never marry? Doesn’t that mean I will never experience the pleasure of sex? What, then, do I do with my sexual desires? How can I possibly remain pure my entire life? Discontentment in my status as a single person stood side-by-side with the deepest parts of my struggle … Continue reading