During the second day of Spiritual Life Emphasis Week, Paul walked our students through the work Christ did for us on the cross. Reminding us the of the amazing power in this story and it's practical power combating anxiety and stressors.

Paul Epperson opened Spiritual Life Emphasis Week sharing his story of anxiety and fear when God felt distant and how God brought him through. He encouraged us to actively pray for one another to help us refocus on the God not ourselves during times of despair.

2010 Alum Jimmy Austin shares his journey of how God called him to, equipped him for and blessed him through a life in ministry. Jimmy's story demonstrates how we are all called to ministry.

Scott Hagen, President of North Central University in Minneapolis, was on site challenging us to have grit in the face life's challenges. He presented four key questions to help measure our character.

Kari Maloney, Dean of Students, and her husband Jason shared how God has transformed them through trials.

David Hoffner, director of faith formation at Minnehaha Academy and friend of Thor Benson, shared the value of deep friendships as we walk with God and others.

Brian Goldie and David Hoffner sit down to talk deeper about creating and building deep friendships.

Missionary and former SWCHS teacher, Zach Anderson, reminded us to lean into the suffering we face as it is often the means God uses to bring about His work in this broken world. Zach was sharing specifically with our seniors in mind as they are heading on their Dominican Republic trip next week.

Dr.Christopher Yuan shared a message of clarity, hope and love on the topic of sexuality. Dr.Yuan is a professor at Moody Bible College, a published author and speaker who engages audiences on the topic of love, sexuality and the gospel.

Christopher Yuan answered questions from the student body after his presentation during Encounter.