I love studying Scripture—not because I think I’ve mastered it, but because it continues to surprise me. Even after more than forty years of reading and learning the Bible, I still find that it comes alive in new ways when I slow down, pay attention, and return to the text with prayer.

 

At the heart of my teaching is a desire to help people move away from the question, “Am I doing enough for God?” and toward a deeper relationship with God. The Bible is not primarily an instruction manual or a collection of verses for encouragement—though it does guide and comfort us. First and foremost, it is the story of who God is and how He has made Himself known.

 

The Bible is a gift from God. Every time we open it, we are being invited into an encounter with the living God. That’s why I approach the Bible as meditation literature—meant to be read carefully, prayerfully, and repeatedly, allowing its patterns, themes, and story to shape us over time.

 

One of the great joys of studying Scripture for me is seeing how beautifully woven together it is. Themes like water, mountains, wilderness, and trees don’t appear randomly—they develop and deepen across the entire biblical story. When we begin to notice those threads, the Bible stops feeling fragmented and starts to feel whole.

 

My passion for teaching Scripture grew slowly. I grew up in the church and had a strong exposure to the Bible. (I was even in Bible quizzing for six years, and I would love to nerd out with you about it if you want to ask!) But it wasn’t until well into adulthood that I began to understand Scripture as a unified story of God’s redemptive work, rather than a collection of verses to reference when needed. That shift changed not only how I read the Bible, but how I understood God Himself.

 

For nearly twenty years, I’ve led Bible studies and small groups—especially within women’s and moms’ ministries—and I’ve seen firsthand how transformative it can be when people are invited to engage Scripture deeply and thoughtfully. I’m currently in seminary because I want to continue growing as both a student of Scripture and a follower of Christ, and I am excited to continue to develop my teaching skills as I learn.

 

I grew up in the Christian & Missionary Alliance and now worship in a non-denominational church. I am deeply convinced of the importance of the local church and the body of Christ. We were never meant to pursue faith—or understanding—alone.

 

Ultimately, my aim is transformation, not just information. We are called to love God with our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Knowledge without love is hollow, and love without truth is unanchored. My hope is to help others grow in both, as we learn to know God more fully through His Word.

 

If you’re longing to understand Scripture more deeply and to experience it as a place of encounter rather than obligation, I would love to study alongside you.