Following my Documenting 2015 in Mental Pictures, here are the highlights from my life in 2016. These are just some of the biggest lessons learned in a (pretty) random series of mental pictures. Here we go.
Read moreThe Light of the Moon in the Dark Night of My Soul
Four weeks ago I was standing on a beach on the coast of Georgia, watching the full moon rise over the water, bearing my soul to a dear brother in Christ about my sin, the foolish pride of my heart that led me to question God and doubt His goodness, grace, and mercy; but today my thoughts are the exact opposite, and I find it an odd coincidence that I'm here, on yet another beach...
Read moreThe Dark Night of My Soul: The Philosophy of Suffering
As many of you know, I've been through an extended period of suffering. It’s hard to communicate it to people who have never endured chronic illness, but it truly broke me. It broke my spirit and it caused me to ask questions I’m not meant to find answers for.
Read moreOn Motivations: Why I've Decided to Keep on Writing
I have fallen off (the writing bandwagon, that is), and I had almost decided not to get back on. To blog or not to blog? That was my question—drama and sentimentality included.
Read moreCapitol Hill Baptist Church Weekender Conference (Debriefing)
As the plane bumped onto the ground, I realized I’d just seen something that would change my life forever.
Read moreAnother Blog Update
This blog is changing, and it's taking me along with it. Here are 3 things I want to clear up, plus a few tips on how to choose what to read and what the next step is for adamsetser.com. Thanks for reading and supporting me!
Read moreNew Weekly Series: Hump-Day Biographies
I'm starting a new series called "Hump-Day Biographies" in which each Wednesday will bring a short piece on a person in history who inspires me and helps me get outside myself.
Read moreDerailing the Great Books and Other Personal Updates
I am backing off my exhaustive reading plan for the Great Books for two reasons, which I share here. Changes are in the works for the blog, and I have some other updates to share regarding my other projects.
Read moreThe Metamorphosis of My Desks and How I Changed Along With Them
Becoming a student is often a lonely, uncomfortable task. My own progression into Truth has been awkward, jilted, and oftentimes overwhelming, but I have made progress, and so have my desks. Here is my story in a nutshell for all you students who think you're behind the curve and alone.
Read moreThe Nervous History of a Compulsive Journaler
When I first started journaling I thought that God would like me more and show up more frequently, more passionately there with me, if I used highlighters.
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