This post on Surviving the Storm was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. In my last post, I talked about choosing to suffer. But what about when we suffer not by choice or sacrifice? What about when we are hit…
Choosing to Suffer
This post on Choosing to Suffer was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. Suffering is a part of life. However, we typically try to avoid it if possible. Nobody enjoys suffering. It can be extremely painful, unbearable, gut-wrenching, and is…
God Created You
This post on God Created You was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. I am my toughest critic. I constantly put myself down for not working hard enough, for wasting too much time, for not saying the “right” thing, for…
The Holy Spirit is Inside of You
This post on The Holy Spirit is Inside of You was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. What or who is the Holy Spirit? I think this is a confusing question for many Christians, because while we know the Holy…
You are Loved. You are Enough. You Don’t Have to Prove Anything.
This post on You are Loved. You are Enough. You Don’t Have to Prove Anything. was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. When I was a Young Life College (essentially a Christian student organization if you haven’t heard of it)…
Allowing Others to Carry You
This post on Allowing Others to Carry You was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. I hate asking for help. I think a lot of us do. In America, we live in a society where independence and autonomy are…
What Are Your Friends Struggling With?
This post on What Are Your Friends Struggling With? was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. Hanging out with friends can be really fun. Whatever that may look like to you, whether it is going to the movies, the bar,…
Christians Are Not Perfect, Jesus Is.
This post on Christians Are Not Perfect, Jesus Is was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. Christians are not perfect. Far from it. As a Christian with many Christian friends, trust me, I know. They make mistakes all the time….
Dating: A Christian Perspective
This post on Dating: A Christian Perspective was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. In today’s dating culture, there’s this idea that out of the 7.5 billion people on this planet, there’s a perfect person out there for us. A…
Taking a Leap of Faith
This post on Taking a Leap of Faith was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. As I am writing this, I am getting ready for my first week of graduate school at Fuller Seminary, where I will be completing my…
Learning to be Content
This post on Learning to be Content was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. “For I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13). This is my favorite and one of the most famously quoted verses from…
Farmer’s Market Corn Salad Recipe
Farmer’s Market Corn Salad features fresh corn, tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers and basil at their peak. I made this simple corn salad for our Dominican Republic mission trip reunion this past weekend. It was the first time our group has gotten together since our trip in early August. We bonded during the nine days we…
Forget Your Life Plan
This post on Forget Your Life Plan was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. Has your life plan gone the way you wanted? I know mine hasn’t. During my senior year of high school, I began thinking about what I…
Becoming A World Class Christian
I have been challenging myself to become a World Class Christian. What is a world class Christian? “World-class Christians know they were saved to serve and made for a mission. World-class Christians are the only fully alive people on the planet. Their joy, confidence, and enthusiasm are contagious because they know they’re making a difference.”…
Self Awareness Is Key
This post on why Self Awareness is Key was written by Jeffrey Chen, who is pursuing a Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Fuller Theological Seminary. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. Do you know yourself? That may seem like a dumb question at first, because how…
The Importance of Finding Christian Community in College
This post on The Importance of Finding Christian Community in College was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. Finding a Christian community in college isn’t hard. Getting involved with one you feel comfortable in is. Especially when you’re already busy with school, clubs, and having a social…
Dominican Republic Green Salad Recipe
Dominican Republic Green Salad is a simple, everyday salad that is the perfect accompaniment to any meal of the day. Today, I am going to the Dominican Republic on a mission trip with 50 other people from my church, including the twins and my youngest son. I’ve never been on a mission trip, nor have…
How To Find Fulfillment In Life
This post on How To Find Fulfillment In Life was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey has a passion for sharing God’s love with those around him. There’s a big problem with our society’s idea of how to find fulfillment in life. We believe it’s all about being successful. Success will bring us happiness and fulfillment!…
Mango Batido Recipe
This Mango Batido is a refreshing, tropical drink that’s perfect for poolside or pretending you’re at the beach. Sweltering heat calls for a nice cold glass of fruity batido. I love mangos and buy them in bulk during the summer when they are their peak sweetness. My favorite mangoes are alphonso and champagne mangoes because…
Instant Pot Nacatamales Recipe
Instant Pot Nacatamales are a special occasion and celebratory food native to Nicaragua. Nacatamales are similar to tamales in that masa dough and a filling are wrapped into individual packets using leaves. I taught myself how to make these for a Nicaraguan friend by her request. Last fall, I met Marcia, a Nicaraguan woman from…
Reflections on Israel – The Humanity of Jesus
This post on Reflections on Israel – The Humanity of Jesus was written by Kyle Chen, a student at Princeton University, who recently visited Israel with a group of college students. Me standing on top of Mt. Precipice, overlooking the town of Iksal and the Jezreel Valley. “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among…