Living between two Charlottes.
A few weeks ago, I found myself experiencing the life of extreme poverty and the life of extreme affluence in Charlotte… in just a matter of hours. 12 hours to
He does not want us to compare ourselves to others. Period.
In John Ortberg’s book, Love Beyond Reason, there is an entire chapter devoted to the danger of envy. He likens it to a cancer. Envy starts when we begin comparing
He uses uncomfortable situations, such as an anxiety-driven sorority rush, to connect us with people that He knows we need.
As a freshman at Carolina (Go Heels!), I was surrounded by friends from high school and new friends in my dorm. My college roommate was (and is) one of my
He uses our heartbreak, hurting and pain to create an intimacy with Him where He shows us the world through His eyes. Our hearts learn to break for what breaks His.
Recently, I spent a week with a senior leader from my team, traveling through Europe. We spent a lot of time in meetings, but also on planes, trains and in
He gets what He wants. We are not powerful enough to mess up His plans for us.
About a year and a half ago, I felt the Lord really putting on my heart that he wanted me to learn more about Him. More than what I was
Sow the seeds of the Gospel and let the Holy Spirit continue the work.
Leena laughs at you when you ask her what her plans are (for the day, for the week, for ServeTrust). In one of my many question-peppering conversations while on the
Teach people to fish. And to depend on Him. He is all we need.
I spent more than a decade working in international development. In those years, I learned how to help in the developing country context…. and, what can be destructive. Essentially…. in
Train up and empower others to be His disciples alongside you. We all have our own unique gifts. Let’s use them to glorify Him, together.
When I lived in DC, I had the opportunity to learn about myself and grow….A LOT. Honestly speaking, I didn’t have a choice. Part of it is just what happens
Trust. It’s fundamental to sharing the gospel.
God has a funny way of teaching us what He wants us to know and understand. With me, He has really wanted me to understand the role of trust, connection