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Aug 19
2 min

You Are More Than What You Do

I came to Alabama with a true desire to serve the Lord with my time in college, jumping right into campus ministry at the BCM and getting...

Aug 12
3 min

Free Grace

If you’re like me and grew up in church, then the term ‘gospel’ is probably a familiar one. I heard it on Sunday mornings in Sunday Schoo...

Aug 5
2 min

This is the Way

I’m just gonna be straight with you- transitions are hard. I’m not gonna sugarcoat it or anything, they just are. Coming to college is th...

Jul 29
2 min

Letting Go of Control

I like to be in control of my life, my relationships, and my plans. I thought that I was in complete control of every part of my life unt...

Jul 22
2 min

Strength in the Lord

My name is Miller Wick, and I finished my freshman year at the University of Alabama this past May. When I first came to UA, I was coming...

Jul 15
2 min

The Power of the Word

Proverbs 3: 5-8 says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him ...

Jul 8
2 min

What Now?

When freshman year ended, I felt uneasy about what the future may hold. Lots of options and situations could determine where I will be in...

Jul 1
3 min

Coming Out of Your Emotional and Spiritual Shell

From an introvert’s perspective, I understand how difficult it can be to put yourself in a social situation where you don’t know anybody....

Jun 24
2 min

Let the Lord In

I’ve always seen myself as “the strong one.” Everyone else can show emotion, but I don’t want to seem weak if I do. I’ll listen to you ta...

Jun 17
3 min

The Memories I Missed

College years will be some of the greatest years of your life. The countless friendships you’ll create, the many late nights, and the man...

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