What Can I Say?

I'm rounding a lovely little bend in my life and I feel good. I know where I'm headed for the most part and the things I don't know are just details I'll have to trust the Lord about. I feel like I can do so many things - and that feeling is amazing! It's been awhile... It has also been a little while since I wrote a blog post. Since June I have been spending most of my time at EFY serving, loving, and teaching the youth to the best of my abilities. I am amazed by how able the Lord has made me in my endeavors to be a good counselor, and I know He will continue to bless me as I strive to do His work and His will. It is so much easier to swim downstream. That is the way the water is meant to flow, and when you follow that path you are pushed along your way - your efforts are magnified. That's how I feel about serving people and the Lord. His way is the right way and when we go that way so many wonderful things are made possible to us. I've learned lately that the Lord knows what is best for us - when it's best for us. We always call this "the Lord's timing" but I dont' think that's completely correct - it is OUR timing, but He is the one who knows when, how and why. Sometimes the greatest factor, I think, is how we will react to each situation - whether we are ready or not for certain trials or opportunities to come our way. So, the best way to deserve what you hope for is to pray for it and do all you can to qualify for it. That's more than just planning out logistics - it's preparing yourself to make the right reaction and have the right mindset. I feel like I've learned a lot lately, actually. This is just one of MANY important things, and I'm loving every drop of it! I am excited for everything that's coming up. I'm excited to see how things will pan out in reference to my schooling, housing, job, church involvement, family life, social life, dating life and personal goals. It looks like another bend or two could come my way... as usual!