The Bible is one beautiful, God-breathed story—and it’s for you. God wants you to know Him deeply, not just know about Him. I’m here to help you dig into Scripture in ways that spark understanding and deepen your relationship with Jesus.

At the same time, though the Bible was written for us, it wasn’t written to us. It was written to people thousands of years ago, with very different cultures and languages. We must discern what God was saying to His original audience in order to accurately understand what He is saying to us today.

Here’s the best part—the Bible comes alive when we read it through the lenses of history, culture, and original context. These are the “glasses” that help us see what the original audience would have understood. And when we do? The meaning doesn’t just stay on the page—it leaps into real life. And then we can understand how the ancient meaning applies to our modern real life.

If I only share one thing about me it would be this: It is my calling to help you study the Bible in ways that enrich your understanding of God’s Word in order to grow closer to Him. Sometimes that means zooming in on one powerful story. Other times, we’ll trace a word or theme from Genesis to Revelation. And sometimes, we’ll sit with just a few verses and soak in the goodness. No fluff. No filler. Just real study that brings real transformation.

And yes, we’ll talk about the everyday stuff too. You’re living out your faith in the 21st century—with all its challenges, distractions, and noise. Whether you're short on time, dodging cultural landmines, or just need someone to remind you that Jesus will always be better than coffee, I’ll meet you there. We’re walking this road together as Jesus-followers.

Because let’s be honest—modern life isn’t exactly a Bible study retreat. Sometimes it’s hard to carve out time to read Scripture when your to-do list is yelling louder than your devotional. Sometimes you're just trying to figure out how to respond to the world without losing your mind or your witness.

And sometimes? You just need a little joy that doesn’t come from caffeine or a clearance rack. My hope is to meet you right there—in the middle of the mess—and point you back to the God who never changes. He is True Joy.

Let’s study the Bible in a way that strengthens your soul, deepens your love for God, and reminds you that His Word is anything but boring. Together.

Who am I?

I’m a Jesus-loving firstborn who proudly answers to daughter, sister, wife, mom, grandmother—and two-time breast cancer survivor.

I was named after my dad, so yes, my name is pronounced just like Bryan. That little twist has led to a lifetime of confused introductions and great conversations!

My passion for God didn’t come from growing up in church—it came from realizing, after 30 years of trying to do life on my own, just how much I needed Him. I accepted Jesus as my Savior at an InterVarsity college retreat, but for years my faith stalled out. In my 20s, I did things my way. I chased what the world said would satisfy—and ended up empty.

Everything changed in my early 30s when I joined a Bible study and fell head-over-heels in love with God’s Word. Nothing has transformed me more than learning who God really is through Scripture. Eventually, I started teaching—and I’ve never stopped.

Then, at age 52, God called me to seminary. (Yes, He really does have a sense of humor.) I graduated from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and today I get to speak, teach, and write Bible studies that help women like you fall in love with God’s Word too.

I live in central North Carolina, where I love my family, laughing loudly with my friends, encouraging women in their faith walk, and being a Southerner. I do all of that while avoiding cooking as much as humanly possible.

I’m so glad you’re here. Let’s study the Bible together—and take the boring out of it while we’re at it. Together!