Follow Well. Lead Well.
I am the kind of person that if I have a choice, I want to be on the A-Team. Most of us probably do not aim for the “B”-Team. Growing up, my goal was to be the team captain for kickball or, at least, be one of the first kids picked. I relished in getting …
We want our lives to be ones of influence and impact, yet often it seems like we should be doing something else, or going somewhere else. What if I said, “Our lives can have significant influence and impact right where we are, right now — where we live, walk, study, text, or work?” You might …
This is Keri’s story, mom friend and Aggie alumni. I enjoy Keri’s wit, depth, and creativity. I also appreciate her passion for engaging with others about faith in a comfortable and non-threatening way. I think you will enjoy this post from her blog, “His Story, My Song,” (the link is below)- A college mentor of …
Have you ever sat under a tree and gazed upward into the canopy of branches and leaves? Sometimes, I place a chair from the patio under the broad oak tree in my backyard and rest my head back, while looking way up into the tree. Observing the tree from this perspective gives me a different …
Getting to the heart of anxiety and finding peace, Part 3- Will God really take care of me? Will I be able to take care of myself? Name some things that make you anxious today or situations which tend to stress you. You may have lingering questions in your mind like, “Will I have enough …
Our lives intersect each other’s and we never know where a “chance” meeting may lead or the impact we may have on another. What happens when an atheist from another country, an average college student, a normal mom, and a deaf child’s world all collide? Simple things matter and can change the whole direction of things… About this …
Can one simple thing or act really make a difference? We see it all the time- the impact of one. One quick heroic act saves a life or one kind word, transforms someone’s day. How can my life make a difference, even through the simple things? Recently, I vividly witnessed the ripple effect of one — unfortunately, …
This is Ally’s story, a very recent graduate from Texas A&M- I too, love the story of Elijah, so I am glad she is sharing it. Ally was in a study I lead one year, and I always appreciated her great smile, and her way of caring for people! Following Jesus is hard. And many …
Day 27 of Lent, Psalm 33: Who doesn’t like people and things that are faithful? It brings comfort to know that the mail will be delivered, the flowers will bloom in a certain season, our car will start, the credit card will go through, the next holiday will come around, the trash will be picked …
This is Ali’s story, a friend and recent graduate of Texas A&M- It has been such a joy getting to know Ali over the last several years. I appreciate her depth, and her courage to ask the hard questions. I was sitting at home by myself several months ago, wrestling with God, talking to Him …
This is Afton’s story– a friend and senior at Texas A&M. I definitely can relate to what she has to say. How easy it is for me to look for “next” things to satisfy me (instead of the “now”)– like the completion of a task, a break from busyness, or even a trip away somewhere …
The dreaded, but anticipated day had arrived — Valentine’s Day. Flowers started to arrive at my sorority house and I wishfully hoped that even one little flower was for me. The table in the foyer had a few dozen roses or more, single roses with notes, a balloon bouquet… You get the picture. I did …
It seems like it all began during our engagement. This is when I started noticing things. I had dreamed of this time since I was young — getting married to a wonderful guy, who was strong, handsome, and who always made me feel special and loved. Now this time was here, and I was engaged …
I sometimes escape in my mind to times resting, dreamily afloat on a raft in the ocean next to the beach. I especially remember one sweet time with my sister in the beautiful waters of the panhandle of Florida. I was peacefully rocked and cradled as those emerald waters lapped gently on the white sandy …
This is Elissa’s story– a friend and junior at Texas A&M. I think you will appreciate her insight and her great thoughts regarding a gift she has received. Grace. What a precious word. I grew up hearing about grace in multiple ways: in conversation, when describing beautiful sights, and regarding my friend, named “Grace.” I’m …
