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This past Tuesday, Sept. 15, Chaplain Danielle Pilgrim, better known as Chap D, spoke at the Seminary. Her sermon, titled “I’m Not Going to Die Here,” was based on 2 Kings 7:3-8. It detailed the miracle wrought on the behalf of 4 leprous men. Pilgrim began her sermon by referencing the legacy of Harriet Tubman, known for risking her life by taking over 90 trips on the Underground Railroad. Harriet Tubman and the 4 leprous men both understood the importance of taking a risk and trusting God to supply the rest. Pilgrim encouraged her audience both through Zoom and in-person to step out in faith and have faith that God will take care of them. Additionally, she asserted that miracles are experienced by those who take a risk.
Several students who attended the event said that this sermon inspired growth in their spiritual lives. Ashok Willmot (seminary) said, “It really made me ask myself critically, ‘when are the times I need to act in faith and to be still in faith? Do I believe that Jesus is who He says He is?’” Pilgrim’s sermon probed listeners to conduct introspection and understand where they must grow in their spiritual life. She made several references to prominent historical figures, such as MLK, and helped students understand that they are still called by God to abandon their comfort zone and walk by faith.
Keila Carmona (seminary) said, “I think each day we pass up chances to take risks. Sometimes it's speaking up when someone makes a racially insensitive comment… I often forget that people like Harriet Tubman and so many others who made huge changes in this world for God, were people just like me.” Pilgrim’s sermon reminded others that we are each called by God, to make small changes in our lives and in the lives of others. Yamilex Peña (junior, nursing major) said, “I really enjoyed her talk. It was nice to hear a graduate of Andrews speak, and she’s really passionate.” Her passion inspired others to trust God and motivate themselves by saying, “I will not stay here.”