This summer has been one of trust. God lead me to an awesome place this summer....HOME. At first I did not want to follow because I knew Home would be a hard place. God always has the best plans. I've learned so much by being home. I'm learning how to love and serve my family, and to completely and totally rely on the Lord, my refuge.
James 1:2-4 Count it all joy my brothers when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.
On June 1st I lost my cousin in a tragic car accident. He would have been 16 this month. It has been a struggle for me. It has also been a great lesson in trusting in God's goodness. I have seen good come from this awful situation, and I know that the Lord has reason for all things. I'm learning that every morning I wake up there is reason for my life. God has great plans, and I am devoted to His will. Last semester I was praying for boldness, and I think that translated into prayer of giving my whole self to Christ to use me as he will. This has been a challenge. However, a good challenge.
Fear is often overwhelming when not focused on God. Fear is a lie.
Job 42:2 I know that you can do all things, and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted.
I have also learned this summer that I am extremely blessed. I am blessed to be a blessing. I have the most amazing friends. I really miss Bettina! She will be home in 7 days!! I have so many friends that encourage me. Thank you to you all.
The movie Toy Story 3 is a great movie!
Well.....this is a very very random post but I guess that happens when you don't blog for several months.
Hope to be blogging more frequently! :)
7 days til Sonshine! Woohoo!
Praise the Lord for this day!
