S11E05 | Don’t Mourn the Difficulties: Jonathan Gilliam
Delve into this episode as host Dr. Matt Davis and MBU graduate Jonathan Gilliam chat about a range of topics from cross-country running to marriage, from Jonathan’s current camp staff responsibilities to God’s calling. Tapping into his recent graduation, they address his college expectations and what aspects prepared him for life. Jonathan appreciates his extension experience in a small church and highlights his internship, which challenged him to devote time daily in silent reflection.
When Dr. Davis asks, “What would you tell your younger self as a student, if you had the chance,” Jonathan thoughtful responds, “How to interact with suffering.” Diagnosed with Chron’s disease as a teen and having had potentially fatal complications from it, he judiciously comments that he would not mourn those difficulties or seek immediate release because, he concludes, trials are often the means of growth and sanctification.
About our guest
Jonathan Gilliam [‘23] was a Youth Ministries major and a Sabercat cross-country runner. He currently serves as outreach coordinator for Fort Faith Baptist Camp in Morley, Michigan, and works wherever needed in camp maintenance and renovation. His wife Lydia is also an MBU graduate.
