I have been struggling with my relationship with God recently. It’s been developing and growing by leaps and bounds, but there is always a part of you that wants things to stay the same and remain comfortable. Last night, I had a tough revelation that I ignored before but am getting close to accepting now.ContinueContinue reading “Lukewarm Obedience”
Tag Archives: Personal Thoughts
Defining Self
Adulting is hard. Not “level two of Mario Bros.”-hard, more like “starting off on level one and moving on to the next board in a completely different game blindfolded”-hard. Adulthood is literally as scary and confusing as your teenage years were, but with the fear of failing and living under a bridge ramped up to 1000.ContinueContinue reading “Defining Self”
Still Blessed
Recently, my interactions with God have really pushed me to a place that I have never been before. I am not as shaken by things in the world as much as I used to be. I have been reflecting on my fallouts and failures, and they don’t seem as big anymore. I realized that noContinueContinue reading “Still Blessed”
Friend to Yourself
As a moment of clarity, I’m mentally struggling right now. I’ve hit a wall all semester about self-worth, anxiety, motivation, depression, self-care, writer’s block, fear, and everything else. I’m blessed beyond belief to be at an amazing school like Chapel Hill in amazing programs, but I can’t help but feel lost, unprepared, and weak. Part ofContinueContinue reading “Friend to Yourself”
Plan of Action: Views on Gospel
This week has been filled with a lot of revelations and great moments involving God. I shared a my blessings and perspectives about the man upstairs. Continuing my plan of action series from Education and Family. I’m sharing a great way to think about Religion and my personal plans to further grow with Him. Keep in mind thatContinueContinue reading “Plan of Action: Views on Gospel”
Love God/Love Others
In conjunction to yesterday’s post about Religion versus Gospel, I recently have been reflecting about God’s messages in the Bible. I find it amazing how we tend to pick and choose what about God we want to make law and what to ignore. I’ve seen some really condescending responses about how God outlawed cutting your hair, piercings,ContinueContinue reading “Love God/Love Others”
Bucket List: Speak at TED
AÂ blend of excitement and nervousness sits in your stomach. Your mouth is dry and the lights are hot. It’s a packed room of hundreds looking on to your every move. Years of research and a lifetime of dreams now are going to be judged by the world. Is it ready for what you have toContinueContinue reading “Bucket List: Speak at TED”
