By Lizzie Gatchell As winter approaches and fall is in full swing, nature is beautiful yet decaying before our eyes. With the onset of winter comes the decay of leaves on the trees, the grass on the ground, and the …
By Cori Meier, Y4Life Assistant In our society, we’re told that men and women are interchangeable. Anything a man can do, so can a woman. In fact, anything that a man can do, a woman should do. This can cause …
On September 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene hit the west coast of Florida and traveled inland the days following, finally dissipating on September 29. Helene left a wide path of destruction across the Southeast, impacting the lives of millions of people. …
By Jenna Smith It is a natural human reaction to dodge suffering. We all procrastinate homework, swerve around potholes, and take painkillers to keep from feeling pain and discomfort. This was my experience when I was 15 and my parents …
Nadia Hartwig Ever since I can remember, my dream has been to be a mom. Simultaneously, my whole life, I have believed in the sanctity of life. Naturally, these two aspects of my identity have overlapped and informed one another. …
By Elizabeth Crawford The role of a classroom teacher is anything but simple. For the youngest students, teachers are expected to teach children not only how to read, write, add and subtract, but they also teach children about kindness, sharing, …
By Emma VanTol Music. It’s been widely enjoyed throughout time and used in a variety of ways: cultural expression, entertainment, praise and worship, and so much more. In Biblical times, the Psalms served as the Israelites’ hymnal. David and other …
By Emma VanTol God provided so many blessings to Concordia University – Nebraska’s Y4Life Team this past year. Bulldogs for Life was active, providing support and education on our campus and in the community. As you read, note how God …
by Michelle Bauman, Director of Y4Life I’ve been doing lots of cleaning lately—lots of sorting and throwing and giving away. And though it’s exciting to be productive, this purging is made more impactful because it’s a reminder of God’s promises, promises …
By Macy Froetschner As I reflect on Ephesians 4, I am humbled by the beauty of Christ’s Church. Paul paints an image of one body, intricately connected, with Christ as the head. This body is held together by God’s perfect …
