Why Observe Lent?

For me, the main purpose of observing Lent is that it is a season of intentionally imposed discipleship when I focus on living a cruciform life. When the Gospel is of first importance to you and Christ is formed in you (1 Corinthians 15, Galatians 4:19),  then your life takes on the shape of the […]

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Nothing Matters More

Serving a global ministry like OneHope, I’ve had the opportunity to hear hundreds of incredible testimonies from young people all around the world who have experienced the life-changing message of the Gospel. Each story I hear reminds me of the necessity of reflection, of taking a moment to look at our past and thank God […]

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Mom, the ‘One’Hope, and the Presence

Mom, the ‘One’Hope, and the Presence

France is my favorite place in the world. However, after losing my mom two years ago, it’s now almost torturous to visit. It’s where mom and I grew the closest during my tween and teen years.

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Reading vs. Engaging

“Is it enough to simply read God’s Word, or must one actually engage with it to grow in their faith or be transformed by it?

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Gateway Cities for Fun + Finance

A few years ago, I was invited to give my point of view on “The city of Miami’s uniqueness” at a National Christian Foundation meeting for church and business leaders in the greater Miami area. My proposition statement was that Miami holds the distinct privilege of being one of the three key gateway cities in […]

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Sahel: Planting Seeds in the Desert

The Sahel region of Africa is a more than just a hotbed of conflict that frequently makes headlines. The belt stretching from east to west graphically slices the continent in half more than just topographically. One of the poorest places on earth, the Sahel represents a desperate conflux of disparate religions and cultures: Muslims, Christians, […]

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