Challenging believers to adventurous and Christ-filled lives through wild steps of faith
It's been a long journey, and God keeps throwing curveballs. I was convinced I'd use the name Al I. Ady until the day I died, but that's not because God told me this. If you haven't read why that name came about, it's a really interesting God-inspired story that you should check out by clicking… Continue reading The Making of Philip Wilder
Everywhere you look there’s complexity. In water, underground, on land, in the air, and even out in space. It’s as if everything can’t simply just be as it is, but must burst forth with vibrance and beauty. After enjoying new beauty like this for a bit we label it as "normal" and toss it into… Continue reading Finding Beauty
We often play video games, watch movies, and scan social media because our own lives are boring and we'd rather live more exciting lives vicariously through others. Ask yourself these two questions: "Am I just wandering through life?" and "What am I living for?" I've asked myself these questions over and over, and I'm continually… Continue reading Two Keys to a Life of Meaning and Adventure
If you are like I was (and sometimes still am), fear is a big element of your life. It keeps you from doing the things you want, saying the things you want to say, and talking to the people you want to talk to. I hate living that way, and I'm guessing you do too.… Continue reading Life Beyond Fear
Often people refer to our spiritual walks as a series of mountains and valleys. I'm sure you can recall several times when you had amazing spiritual moments. I bet you these high moments were also big emotional moments as well too. So is that the system then? We are closer to God when we have… Continue reading Empty of Emotions
I've gone to so many church services where the main message could be summed up as "Follow Jesus and do what he says so that you can have a good life." I agree that following Jesus results in a better life. I've experienced it personally. But, shouldn't it concern us when the end goal is… Continue reading Jesus Isn’t Just Here for You
It's hard to pin down the start date of a journey. Does it start when you step out the door? Or is it when the idea first crosses your mind? I don't know when exactly my journey started as a missionary, but I do know when Al I. ADY was created: 10:55 pm, October 3rd,… Continue reading The Beginning of a Long Journey