The I Am Second Blog

Who’s Influencing You?

alaina.mclemore@iamsecond.com (Alaina McLemore) — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:45:00 GMT

Have you ever known someone with influence? I’m not talking about a good salesman on social media, but about someone who made a difference in your life because of their faith and their presence.

How Storms Help Us Encourage Others

Daniel Berry — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:45:00 GMT

There’s something awe-inspiring about a thunderstorm.

Finding My Voice – and Offering It Back

rebekah.schouten@e3partners.com (Rebekah Schouten) — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:25:32 GMT

Before I ever knew what “calling” meant, I knew I loved words.

God’s Better Plan

alaina.mclemore@iamsecond.com (Alaina McLemore) — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 19:34:17 GMT

My life is living proof that God’s plan is better, and that he has a purpose for every pain. I feel like I should say especially for every pain. In fact, as much as I hate to admit it, God has done some of his best work in my life during my most painful and confusing seasons.

From Broken to Breakthrough

Daniel Berry — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 19:18:34 GMT

My faith story is unlike many that you’ll hear. It’s “backwards” in many ways.

Always Be Ready to Share Your Faith

Daniel Berry — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:27:08 GMT

Imagine for a moment that you are an Olympic athlete. You’ve trained your entire life for a race that will be over in mere minutes.

Faith in Action: Running for a Forever Crown

Daniel Berry — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:19:18 GMT

The first Olympic Games were held in Olympia, Greece, in 776 B.C. Back then, athletes didn’t win medals, product endorsements or massive social media followings. They were awarded a kotinos (a wreath made from an olive tree) instead.

Four Ways to Go Deeper in Your Spiritual Walk

Daniel Berry — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Participating in the Olympics is an incredible achievement.

Iron Sharpens Iron: How Community Refines You

Daniel Berry — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Toward the end of 2024, I felt God nudging me toward community.

How to Set Faith Goals You’ll Stick to in 2026

Daniel Berry — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 18:59:19 GMT

Most of us have a desire to make our lives better. We want to improve our health, finances or our walk with God. Unfortunately, we often lack consistency to make it happen.