Anna's Blog

Blood for Blood

“A woman who had suffered from severe bleeding for twelve years came up behind Jesus and touched the edge of his cloak. She said to herself, “If only I touch his cloak, I will get well.” Jesus turned around and saw her, and said, “Courage, my daughter! Your faith has made you well.” At that very … Read more

Engaged Alienation

Whatever you do, don’t stop reading after this quote. “America doesn’t want to hear the Gospel anymore. No one is listening. As Christians, it’s our duty to cut our losses here and spread God’s Word in other countries.” A friend of mine once told me this. He was proposing complete Christian alienation from America: abandon … Read more

Roots and Trees

Imagine with me for a moment a tree; but not just any tree: an old, giant one. Imagine that tree, still full of life in its old age, but look at its markings. As your eyes climb its trunk, take heed to each of its knobs and scars. What did this tree go through to … Read more

Christmas Lattes

This time of year is my absolute favorite: Christmas lights, snow, blanket snuggles, Christmas music, and not to mention the flavors of Christmas. I’m talking about the gingerbread, the cinnamon, the eggnog, the cloves… all that mouth-watering goodness. Those flavors are found in our greatest source of energy every morning too: in our hot, lovely … Read more

Full Stomachs

The last time you heard from me, I was talking about food. And here I am again, about to talk about food. What can I say; I can’t get enough of it! Along with working in a church, I also am a waitress at Olive Garden (those student loans won’t pay for themselves).  This month … Read more