EPISODE · Nov 13, 2024 · 20 MIN
Faith That God Is in The Details | Sheena Alaiasa | November 12, 2024
from BYU–Hawaii Devotionals & Speeches · host BYU–Hawaii
Sheena Alaiasa Pacific Heritage Academy DirectorIn today’s devotional, Sheena Alaiasa shares her life journey, emphasizing how faith has guided her through challenges and shaped her purpose. Raised in Turangi, New Zealand, she was influenced by her mother’s steadfast faith, which led her to a career in education. She reflects on the pivotal moments where prayer, divine guidance, and trust in God’s plan steered her path, even through difficult times, such as her husband's health struggles. Her story highlights how God works in the details of our lives, leading us to personal and spiritual growth. She invites others to trust in God's plan, finding strength in faith and gratitude for family, education, and the gospel’s transformative power. “I invite you to lead your lives in faith. [God] will guide you as only He knows what those details are. As you embark on this journey, do so with Him.” – Sheena Alaiasa _____Sheena Alaiasa has been dedicated to community education since 1990, working across various schools in Hawaii and now at Pacific Heritage Academy in Salt Lake City, Utah. Despite not initially planning for a career in education, Sheena connected deeply with students, families, and teachers, and was honored with several accolades, including Hawaii Middle School Principal of the Year in 2013 and National Middle School Principal of the Year in 2014. Raised in Turangi, New Zealand, Sheena was the first in her family to graduate from college and is currently pursuing a PhD. She attributes her success to her faith and commitment to culturally relevant education, inspiring students to grow, achieve academically, and become ethical leaders.#BYUH #BYUHDevo #ChooseTheRight #PacificHeritageBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/byu-hawaii-devotionals-speeches--6571006/support.Visit byuh.edu to learn more.
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Sheena Alaiasa Pacific Heritage Academy DirectorIn today’s devotional, Sheena Alaiasa shares her life journey, emphasizing how faith has guided her through challenges and shaped her purpose. Raised in Turangi, New Zealand, she was influenced by her mother’s steadfast faith, which led her to a career in education. She reflects on the pivotal moments where prayer, divine guidance, and trust in God’s plan steered her path, even through difficult times, such as her husband's health struggles. Her story highlights how God works in the details of our lives, leading us to personal and spiritual growth. She invites others to trust in God's plan, finding strength in faith and gratitude for family, education, and the gospel’s transformative power. “I invite you to lead your lives in faith. [God] will guide you as only He knows what those details are. As you embark on this journey, do so with Him.” – Sheena Alaiasa _____Sheena Alaiasa has been dedicated to community education since 1990, working across various schools in Hawaii and now at Pacific Heritage Academy in Salt Lake City, Utah. Despite not initially planning for a career in education, Sheena connected deeply with students, families, and teachers, and was honored with several accolades, including Hawaii Middle School Principal of the Year in 2013 and National Middle School Principal of the Year in 2014. Raised in Turangi, New Zealand, Sheena was the first in her family to graduate from college and is currently pursuing a PhD. She attributes her success to her faith and commitment to culturally relevant education, inspiring students to grow, achieve academically, and become ethical leaders.#BYUH #BYUHDevo #ChooseTheRight #PacificHeritageBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/byu-hawaii-devotionals-speeches--6571006/support.Visit byuh.edu to learn more.
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Faith That God Is in The Details | Sheena Alaiasa | November 12, 2024
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