We live in a world full of well-meaning efforts. Churches hold potlucks to bring people together in fellowship, therapists offer tools for mental wellness, disaster relief volunteers work tirelessly to feed the hungry, and Christians across the globe say they love Jesus. Yet, as I’ve journeyed through life, each of these efforts has left me asking the same question: What’s missing?
I didn’t realize this question would become the foundation of my mission. For years, I participated in meaningful work—earning my BA in psychology and a master’s degree in social work, working with abused and neglected children, and later volunteering for disaster relief. But something always felt incomplete. Psychology seemed to frame everything as “poor pitiful me.” Social work became “poor pitiful us.” Both fields neglected the critical component of personal responsibility, which is essential for real transformation. And in the church, where truth should shine the brightest, I found people who claimed to love Jesus but their behavior demonstrated that they barely knew Him or what His Word says about living a holy, set-apart life.
The Missing Pieces
One of my turning points came during disaster relief efforts. I was helping distribute food to those in dire need, only to realize the bags of groceries we handed out were little more than empty calories—junk carbs and sugar with barely any protein or real nourishment. These people were in crisis, their bodies and minds under immense stress, and we were failing them by offering food that would only add to their burden.
I couldn’t accept that. So I started collecting and donating glucose monitors and creating high-protein, low-carb bags of food to hand out. This wasn’t just about physical health—it was about dignity, stewardship, and truly helping people rebuild their strength. That’s when I realized the same principle applied to every area of life: We’re so often offered quick fixes that address symptoms but never the root issues.
A Fragmented Approach to Life
The more I observed, the more I saw how disconnected our solutions are. Therapists prescribe talk therapy while neglecting the impact of things like magnesium deficiency or poor gut health on mental well-being. Social media influencers claim to be Christians, but then espouse worldly versions of cultural Christianity that lead people astray and then deny that Jesus is the ONLY way to God. Churches preach sermons on sin but ignore how gluttony has infiltrated our fellowship halls, leading us to treat our bodies—temples of the Holy Spirit—with disregard.
Even in our day-to-day lives, poor diets filled with unnatural, processed foods leave us foggy-brained and fatigued. Without proper energy and focus, we struggle to keep our homes clean, care for our families, or be good stewards of what God has given us. Slothfulness becomes a creeping norm—not because we intend to be lazy, but because our bodies and minds are too overwhelmed by the burdens we’ve placed on them through poor choices. And all the while, we fail to take the Bible’s warnings about slothfulness and stewardship seriously because we’re too worn out to see clearly.
It’s no wonder so many people feel lost, anxious, and unfulfilled. We’re looking at life through fractured lenses instead of seeing the big picture.
The Whole Picture
That’s where my calling comes in. I believe we’re called to live truly good lives—lives that honor God, nourish our bodies, steward our resources, and take responsibility for our actions. This means embracing personal responsibility as well as caring for others, integrating faith with practical wisdom, and recognizing how every choice we make affects our mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.
This is why I’m building a blog and coaching practice focused on helping people see and live out this bigger picture. Whether it’s tackling mental health with both scripture and science, addressing gluttony with a heart for health and holiness, or empowering Christians to actually know and follow Jesus, my goal is to equip others with the tools they need to thrive in every area of life.
What’s Next?
If you’ve ever felt like there’s something missing in the way you’re living, you’re not alone. Let’s rediscover the pieces that truly matter and put them together to create a life that honors God and benefits others. It’s time to move beyond fragmented living and embrace the abundant life Jesus promises.
I’ll be sharing more about this journey on my blog, along with practical tips, resources, and encouragement for living a life that aligns with God’s design. Together, we can see the whole picture and step into the fullness of what He has for us.
Let’s stop settling for what’s easy and start pursuing what’s good, true, and life-giving.
