It's weird to think that today marks so many things in life- second day of college, first day of tues/thurs classes if you want to look at it that way, first day of fall, no more summer, a new season in life, a reminder of just how faithful the Lord can be in terrible situation, the remembrance and celebration of a life that glorified the Lord, and I could go on but I won't ha. I don't know. It's hard to think that I'm a college student now. It's been 5 weeks and it still seems surreal. Some things are the same- I still struggle with the same things, I still remember the memories both good and bad, I still see some of the same people. But A LOT of things are different- there are massive amounts of people everywhere, we all eat together, we all study together, I live with someone-WEIRD, and most different-campus ministry!
Two and half weeks ago I got dunked, submerged, immersed, baptized in just regular ol water haha but the funny thing is, it didn't feel like regular water. It was magic water! Ta dah! Ok, not really but really. There was just something about that moment, that day that just set the standard. People know. People see. And people can now hold me accountable. It's an incredible concept that I can't imagine why I went so long without experiencing. I'm so thankful that God prompted me to take that step of faith and I'm excited to see where it takes me.
A roommate- it's a funny concept really. Think about it for a second...two people, sometimes three, in a tinty room, in 2 tinty beds, with 2 dressers, 2 desks, 2 chairs, 2 closets, a futon, a bookshelf, a micro fridge, and sink. WOAH! THINK BIG! I've never lived in such close quarters with someone. It's very different but it's so good for me. At first, I thought we were the same and she still thinks we are...but we're not...at all really. We believe things so differently. I've never been more challenged in my faith than now. We've fought, laughed and never cried haha, do you know me? Yeah, no. But like, spiritual warfare at its finest is how my mom described it and I'm kinda taking joy in it right now because I'm learning so much.
Campus ministry- there's so much of it but it's hidden...sometimes I feel like I'm in China and people are trying to be all secretive as if not to step on toes or something. Stop it! Get out of your little bubble and do something. Invite your hall mates to an event dangit! This is the time of our lives and we better make a difference for eternity. This is it! We don't get another chance unless of course you're taking a senior victory lap like I am ha. But no really, I'm getting a little tired of the "I don't believe in evangelism" or "that's not my calling" excuse. Ok, that's my rant for the month. Other than that, the worship music is really awesome and the people are really sweet.
This is college and there's not a lot to it. You go to class, study and eat if you have time. The freshman 15 isn't that scary. Just don't be an idiot and you won't gain weight-be smart about it. Oh and the greek is fun! Last minute tip I literally spent 30 minutes explaining to non-Texans, YOU DON'T HAVE TO DRINK AT A PARTY!
GO FROGS!!!
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