From Scarlett O’Hara and Scout Finch to Aslan and Sherlock Holmes, good characters make for good stories. When I read a book lacking likable or relatable characters, I’m unlikely to enjoy or even finish it (I’m looking at you, Pride and Prejudice!). I want to get to know the characters and, at some point, be … Continue reading Scoundrels and Scallywags →

“We’re all done. We’ll clean up the classrooms tonight, and leave on the next train back to Chengdu.” With those words, I experienced something I had only read about. My junior year of college began as most semesters do—by catching up with friends. We talked about jobs, camps, adventures, and boys; you know, the usual … Continue reading “Leave on the next train.” →

Bible study nerd? Where’d that come from? Let me explain. First of all, I don’t actually think that studying the Bible is nerdy—not at all. However, I am nerdy. And passionate about studying and teaching the Word of God. Marking the text with colored pens/pencils brings a tear to my eye; doing word studies makes … Continue reading Diving In… →