So… today is the day. I am off to Georgia for training camp, and man I am excited. This past week I’ve been able to connect with old friends, and reflect on this past year of school. God has shaped my life in a big way, He has used me in ways I couldn’t have even imagined.
As I was reflecting and sharing with my friends what God has been doing, I discovered that this last season of my life has shown me how much I need Jesus. I realized that I can’t do things on my own. No matter how many church events I go to, no matter how many books I read, no matter how many mentors I meet with I will still not have enough strength, wisdom, or compassion to do it on my own.
This idea of not being strong enough used to get on my LAST nerve. I loved the idea at being the best, and being able to handle things on my own. But then, it hit me. WHERE IS THE FUN IN THAT?
If I already was the best, then where would God get to show off? I realized that the areas of my life where I am weak are opportunities for God to make them strengths in my life.
Yesterday I was on a run (weirdly enough a very spiritual time for me), and as I was exhausted, sweaty, and worn out all within the first two minutes 🙂 I turned on a podcast. The couple shared how God wants to use every area of our lives for His glory. He wants to use the things that we claim to disqualify us to qualify us.
Today I am packed up and headed to Georgia to prepare to serve in Swaziland. I am believing for God to show up in a big way. I know He wants to not only use me, but also love and speak to me. I’m ready to get my hands dirty and seek all God has for me.
Thank you for everyone who has given financially or in prayer. Hopefully I will be able to blog, but if not I will definitely share when I get back!
