“My heart has heard you say, “Come and talk with me.” And my heart responds, “Lord, I am coming.””
I was raised in a Christian home and always knew and loved Jesus. As a child, I understood that God loved me and died for me. I truly loved Jesus and cherished being at church! I was baptized at 13 in a small Baptist church. Even though I didn’t fully understand everything, I felt deeply drawn to Jesus. Looking back, I realize God was revealing Himself to me in a way I could understand and embrace.
After high school, I strayed from my faith, seeking the world’s pleasures and wrestling with pain and trauma from my past, including bullying and sexual abuse. These experiences left deep wounds that needed healing. The story of the prodigal son resonates deeply with me—it mirrors my own journey of wandering away, broken and lost, only to be welcomed back into God’s loving arms. I know God allowed me to wander to show me how much I needed Him and to heal those deep wounds. Over years of intentional discipleship, the Lord redeemed me and set me free.
At 21, during my prodigal season, I met my husband Jacob. We honored God in our relationship and got married at 24. We’ve been together for 18 years, married for 14, and have two beautiful children, Jordan and Hannah. Our life is busy but full of love.
Three years ago, after being a stay-at-home mom, I felt called to Brave Church. I didn’t know what God had in mind, but I said yes, and it’s been an incredible journey. I’ve served on staff for two years, and it’s been one of the greatest