This post on Learning to be Content 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. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. “For I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”…
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, 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. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. Has your life plan gone the way you wanted? I know…
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, 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. Finding a Christian community in college isn’t hard. Getting involved with one you feel…
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, 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. There’s a big problem with our society’s idea of how to find fulfillment in…
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…
Being Still
I have a hard time being still. Just ask my husband. I am always busy doing something. So, when I was pulled to a screeching halt a few weeks ago, it was as if the life had been ripped right out of me. The last few months had been a whirlwind of activity as I went…
Finding and Following Your Spiritual Calling
This post shares my personal journey finding and following my spiritual calling. If you’re looking for meaning and purpose in your life, my hope is that my story will inspire you to discover your spiritual calling and live it out in a meaningful way. Following my calling has brought an intensity to my life (in a…
What is Agape Love?
Agape love has been called the “highest level of love known to humanity.” It is one of four different kinds of love, and it can take a lifetime to learn how to agape someone. This morning the topic of my In Touch daily devotion was about God’s agape love for us. Interestingly, the Ancient Greeks describe…
Are You Living A Lukewarm Life?
I have a confession to make – I’ve been living a Lukewarm Life most of my life, and am now looking for the faith and courage to step over the open door’s threshold to live a more purposeful life. Right after Christmas, our family got away for a bit with our four boys. As our…
Living A Purposeful Life
Living a purposeful life can change the way you think, act and behave, and can have a huge impact on those around you. Setting meaningful goals and sticking to them will help direct how you spend your time and resources. Are you wandering around aimlessly in your life or are you living a purposeful life? My…
Sweet and Spicy Spiralized Cucumber Tomato Arugula Salad Recipe {Daniel Plan Recipe}
This simple Sweet and Spicy Spiralized Cucumber Tomato Arugula Salad is refreshing, light and delicious. This past week, we had a bonus session for our Daniel Plan study on Happiness and Contentment. Now that I know I control at least 40% of how I feel, and I know the 8 factors that contribute to emotional and mental stability,…
How To Find Happiness
It’s human nature to want to know how to find happiness. Take a look at 8 Factors That Contribute To Emotional and Mental Stability – these can help improve your outlook on life. This past week, we had a bonus session for our Daniel Plan study group on Happiness and Contentment. Did you know that…
Avocado Greek Yogurt Green Goddess Dip Recipe {Daniel Plan Recipe}
This Avocado Greek Yogurt Green Goddess Dip is creamy and delicious – serve with lots of fresh vegetables for your next party. Last Wednesday, we had our sixth session for our Daniel Plan series. We had covered each of the five essentials of the Daniel Plan leading up to this session (Faith, Food, Fitness, Focus…
Rainbow Quinoa Vegetable Salad Recipe {Daniel Plan Recipe}
This Rainbow Quinoa Vegetable Salad is packed with clean, healthy ingredients! We’re more than halfway through the Daniel Plan, with our most recent session being about Focus – brain health and focusing on what’s important, not what’s urgent because often what’s urgent is not what’s most important. Our guest speaker was amazing and enlightened our…
Zucchini Noodles with Sunflower Seed Butter Dressing Recipe {Daniel Plan Recipe}
These Zucchini Noodles with Sunflower Seed Butter Dressing are delicious! The dressing, made with sunflower seed butter and coconut milk, is rich and creamy. We are halfway through our Daniel Plan study and it’s been an amazing journey so far. Witnessing the positive changes that the women in our group have made already is truly…