Learning From Someone Like Me
At the University of Central Florida (UCF), I intentionally prayed for the opportunity to disciple other African American women like me. To … Continue Reading
Spiritual Extended Family: Generations of Marines
With the habit of regularly reading through Proverbs as part of his devotional time, Mike Darnell, Navigators Military, paused on Proverbs … Continue Reading
From One Student to Another: Spreading Gospel Impact
When Caimin came to Vanderbilt University as a freshman, she was a new follower of Jesus and eager to grow in her faith. She connected with … Continue Reading
Help for Depression: How Do You Know if You’re Drowning?
“Mental pain is less dramatic than physical pain, but it is more common and also more hard to bear. The frequent attempt to conceal mental… Continue Reading
Hope: How to Cope with Depression and Anxiety
Going to college is an exciting step in life. Young adults look forward to the new phase in their lives of becoming independent. That is how… Continue Reading
Fraternity Ministry: Reaching the Next Generation
What comes to mind when you think of college fraternities? Maybe your initial thought is of excessive drinking and freshman hazing? Did you … Continue Reading
Finding God and Unlikely Friends at Rock Bottom
Grief and difficult circumstances kept piling on Steve*, a police officer in Eastern Oregon. The year began with the sudden, unexpected … Continue Reading
A Legacy of Love: From Seeds of Faith to Flourishing Fruit
As a new graduate student far from her home in Asia, Zheng Jane Zhao remembers feeling welcome when she attended a gathering hosted by Jim … Continue Reading
Growing in Identity to Bridge Cultures
When Destiny Mercer was invited to a LaVida conference during her sophomore year at Vanderbilt University, she was conflicted about … Continue Reading
Discipleship and Heart Transformation in Uganda
This village in Uganda was rife with witches, murderers, and other wicked people who'd been driven out of their previous homes.… Continue Reading