

Reflections from Russia
I’ve learned that I need to reflect and write down my thoughts after every trip or conference. Without this exercise, experiences don’t feel real; they feel like a dream. (I end up becoming detached from the experience and less compelled to change my life!) Last month, I had the opportunity to serve in St. Petersburg, Russia. The two week service trip was rich with lessons that I wanted to share. We studied out Jesus’ “I am” statements. These are four of my favorite insights


Bucket List...What.Why.How
"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." - Mark Twain From my experience, I can tell you that the fondest memories that I have from my time abroad were the spontaneous moments when I took risks and ignored my subconscious fears. I wouldn't be able to tell you about the time when I random