A very wise person shared this with me today and I can’t help but think how incredibly true it is…
"I know, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that doubt is the shadow on the collective mind of humanity. And I know that shadows are born when something stands in the way of the Light!"
For a few weeks now I’ve been trying not to think about what lies ahead as this new semester approaches. After all, living in a different country on your own for whatever length of time is difficult to wrap your brain around. But now, with only a handful of days before I leave, I NEED to think about every little detail involved in this trip. It’s a little overwhelming to think about but I’ve found that it’s been pretty easy to give in to the weak little voice in my mind telling me that this isn’t what I want to do, and what’s more, that this isn’t what God wants me to do. However, in this past week alone, I’ve talked and prayed about this trip more than I have since I was accepted to the program and it has truly broken through the shadows of doubt that stood between me and the Light. I feel like my vision has been restored and I’m remembering why God called me to this.
When my dad prayed over our dinner tonight, he reminded me of something that had originally drawn me to the program. England is very much a godless country filled with doubt and blinded to the Truth. For me, part of the appeal of going to London was to be in a place so spiritually unlike what I’m used to so that I would be pushed out of my comfort zone, otherwise known as my Christian Bubble. I want my faith to be stretched while I’m there. I want to have conversations that only make me firmer in my belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior of all while God hopefully works in the heart at the other end. All of my SU friends have said that they feel like God is going to do amazing things on campus this year. Whether in Kappa Chi, FCA, or the Church at Southwestern, I’m praying that their feeling becomes reality. But I’m also hoping that God will be doing amazing things off campus as well. I had the privilege of seeing Him change hearts last year and I can’t wait to see what He has in store for this coming year.
God is continually reminding me of His Love when I get together with my family. Tonight was the last time I will see them before I leave and I couldn’t help but feel blessed by their presence. Every one of them is such a light to my life and my only response is to rejoice in the gift that God has given me in them. (I will miss each of you more than you know. Thank you for tonight.)
Before I say goodbye for a few days, (I’ll post again before I leave) I feel like I should talk about the riots going on in London. If you haven’t heard already, they are taking place in some of the poorer neighborhoods in suburban areas and, fortunately for me, we’ll be staying in a nicer neighborhood in downtown London. The SU Study Abroad office has kept us well informed and there’s really nothing to be concerned about with regards to the civil unrest. But prayers are always appreciated, just in case! Until next time, folks!
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