Not Many, Just ONE

Soooo, I'm in Grad School. That alone is a testimony in itself. I can't even thank God enough! For more on that journey, check out thegradualprocess.tumblr.com




ANYWAYS... Going to a grad school out of state seems to be one of the motivating factors for why so many people have encouraged me to get on online dating sites. Before now, I never thought of online dating of anything other than a LAST resort. Of course, I will never knock anyone for being on dating websites; to each his own. As for me... Maybe I'm being traditional, old-fashioned or picky. But I cannot let go of the belief that God has some amazing man in store for me and all I have to do is continue to walk in the path that God has for me.


I'm reminded of a word God gave to me this summer:


I was going to be a camp counselor for the second half of the summer and company regulations required camp counselors to wear a one piece dark, solid colored bathing suit. Of course, my bathing suit was orange and yellow with flowers, so I set out to find a bathing suit. Mind you, this was
mid-summer and the pickings were slim. I went from store to store with no luck. Finally, I entered a store that had only a few bathing suits left. I remember feeling like there was no way that I was going to find a bathing suit that fit me of the 10 left hanging. But, what do you know? I found one! And it was perfect. Everything that I needed.


God really spoke to my heart at that time. It was something to the effect of, "You don't need many options to pick from. You just need the right one and when you find that one, there will be no question in your mind. He will be everything you need."


So, I'm ok with not having too many options. God knows best. This is HIS project.


What project do you need to place in God's Hands?


Selah [pause and think]

Looking Back

Through Timehop, an app that shows every post on social media you're ever made on that exact day in the past 7 years, I'm currently reliving the most emotional, life-changing time of my life. It's so amazing to see where I was 4 years ago and how much I've grown, changed, and learned mentally, emotionally and spiritually. So many memories, so many mistakes, so many victories. There were times when I lost my way, but God was still faithful and He was always there. If you told me 4 years ago that I would graduate with a degree in Psychology and be going to grad school, I probably wouldn't have believed you; my mind was set on being a pediatrician. I remember crying after a Chemistry test, wondering why the knowledge I thought I had wasn't reflecting on the exam. Though I'm "reliving" this major experience, I can't help but admire God's handiwork. It's amazing to know how God has orchestrated every step to lead me to this very moment. He works everything together for our good.

I know the story isn't over yet, but I've long since decided to let Him write it.

Selah [pause and think]

iPromise

It feels so good to finally blog again! 

For months before my 21st birthday, I was brainstorming gifts I could give myself that would actually have a significant meaning. So, I decided purity ring! What better way to celebrate turning 21 than to make a promise to God that I would keep myself pure for my unmarried days. Problem was, I've made that commitment already, without a ring.

I liked the ring idea, so I decided that I would get a ring, but it just wouldn't be a purity ring. I love the infinity sign and all it represents. Forever. How could I incorporate "Forever" into my life? Forever is like a promise. God has promised to be with me forever. No matter what relationships I may or may not be in. No matter if it's a good day or bad day. No matter what. He's what's constant in my life.

I proudly wear this infinity sign on my finger to remind me every day of the promise that God made to me. That He's with me forever and always. No matter what. So, as I navigate through the last year of my undergraduate career with grad school applications and my future looming over me, I have a tangible reminder, promise, that He's with me through it all.

Selah [pause and think]