Chad

. . . Peter . . . walked on the water to go to Jesus. But when he saw that the wind was boisterous, he was afraid . . . —Matthew 14:29-30 The wind really was boisterous and the waves really were high, but Peter didn’t see them at first. He didn’t consider them at all;...

After not being together as a family since Christmas, our reunion in Tennessee will not be soon forgotten. We have been anticipating this time for quite awhile. As people say, "You don't appreciate something until it's taken away." We have all definitely developed a...

After an amazing two weeks in Tennessee (pictures and more to come later =), I am on my way to Northwoods. God has been so good, so faithful! I have been so amazed and humbled by the love of God. A love that goes so deep, that's so pure, that's so unwavering that just...

On our way to Tennessee! We are looking forward to another great conference and especially to the time that we will get to spend with our family and friends!

It's hard to describe all the different events that have taken place this past month, not to mention the events leading into this new month alone! But one thing I can say is that God is once again always faithful. Faithful to direct and lead, faithful to protect and...

About 4 years ago, I embarked on my first trip to Big Sandy. It was great. The people, the experience of late nights, the work, java drinks from Sonic, the humdity...lol....it was amazing. =) I even found this pic that we got as a group at Eagle Springs. I am so...

I didn't believe that I would actually be back in the Northwoods this soon. But it has been a wonderful opportunity. Last night it was so refreshing to simply spend time outside enjoying the spring sounds and smells. It seems these sounds and smells have been...

Early this morning, a group of young people left for Peru. They will be spending over two weeks in South America and will be joined by students and staff from VERITY as well as ALERT. There will be a total of almost 48 people going! I wish I could have been among the...

Natural human love expects something in return. But Paul is saying, “It doesn’t really matter to me whether you love me or not. I am willing to be completely destitute anyway; willing to be poverty-stricken, not just for your sakes, but also that I may be able to get...

THE LORD is my Shepherd [to feed, guide, and shield me], I shall not lack. He makes me lie down in [fresh, tender] green pastures; He leads me beside the still and restful waters. He refreshes and restores my life (myself); He leads me in the paths of righteousness...