Christmas Break could not have come at a better time for me. I am one one of the many guilty college students who allowed myself to get caught up in the rat-race of college life. Each semester begins with new resolutions to live a perfectly moderate life, with all my priorities straight. Unfortunately, this semester unraveled much like the previous two: started beautifully and ended with a tired, brain-fried, girl with priorities slightly (okay, maybe more than slightly) out of whack. Break has shown me just how crazy I had allowed my lifestyle to become. Thankfully, break has also reminded me just how patient and gracious my Savior is. Rather than looking back on these last three semesters and their short-comings with despair, I am choosing to look at the rich blessings God loaded each term with and am more determined than ever to resume school with intensified commitment and renewed dedication to the moderate lifestyle God wants me to enjoy.
Due to strong Type A tendencies, I frequently attempt to overcome the obstacles in my life on my own. If I have enough willpower, surely I can overcome! Precious devotion time and a good book have reminded me of the obvious truth: I cannot do anything on my own. Not anything lasting, anyways. I may stick to my guns temporarily, but without God's strength I will eventually crumble. The good news is, my God IS stronger. My Type A tendencies are not too much for Him to handle. By His grace and strength, I can live the moderate life God has called me to. Although I am nervous to enter the race again, I am more determined than ever to cling to Jesus, trusting on His power alone to carry me through.
May the New Year find each one of you leaning on God more each day! Blessings to you all!
:) thanks for the words. they were great
ReplyDeleteOh Olivia! How much I do identify with you! Thank you for the encouragement.
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