Army Nerd: An Unexpected Calling

Ever feel God is prompting you to step outside of your comfort zone? To obey Him though doing so would make your weaknesses clear to all? Nerd to the core, terribly shy, embarrassed at the mention of deodorant, naive to the real world, Karen felt in her first year of college that God was prompting her to become an Army Nurse. She nearly fainted watching a back surgery video in college - how could she become a nurse? She was voted "Most Humanitarian" in high school - how could she become a soldier? After much wrestling with the decision, she obeyed and signed on the dotted line at age 18. Four years later, upon her graduation and commissioning as a US Army Nurse Corps Officer, the nation was shaken by the terrorist attacks of 9/11. Following orders that led her to South Korea, Hawaii, and more, she came face to face with her fears and failures. Through a surprising dose of vulnerability mixed with both tears and laughter, she encourages others to step out in faith knowing that when your own strength is gone, God is faithful to sustain, strengthen, and support you when you simply have the courage to say yes to Him.