I had it all together. That's what bothers me. I had everything in its place. I was working out twice a day. I was doing well in classes. I had a friend group people dreamed about . Everything was perfect. I knew it wouldn't last. But gosh darn it, I enjoyed every minute of it. I was thriving. And then that moment ended...
In my mind tragedy struck when I injured my foot. The pain was unbearable and the inconvenience was annoying. What happened to my perfect life? Well in short... life happened. Our lives go in seasons, it's all about the ups and downs and what we do with ourselves while we're in them. I still have an incredible group of friends who love and care for me dearly. While I'm struggling in classes, it's not the end of the world, and I'm not failing. I'm just not getting straight As. As for working out, I'm learning that eating healthy is just as important. Of course as I say that I have a large bag of pretzel M&Ms and blueberry lemonade in my room... We all fall. It's what we do next that defines our true character. I'm not the kind of person to give up easily. And let me tell you... I was ready to give up this week. I was prepared to toss in the towel. I was done. Emotionally, Spiritually, Mentally, and Physically. Then I find out I've moved into the wrong dorm room and I have to move again. That's when something crazy happened... I started laughing. Yes laughing maybe with a few tears of sadness and frustration too. There was so much going on, I was overwhelmed and exhausted. And then this final straw happens. And here I am laughing? Yes. Because that's when I realized, that's life. You're gonna fail. You're gonna get injured. You're gonna hurt. And yes, you're gonna move. Life is crazy and wild and stressful and beautiful. It's time we stop screaming every time we get a curve ball. Now's the time to grip that bat and swing back, HARD. I may be injured but you better believe I'm twice as strong as I was, at least mentally. So bring it on life. I've dusted myself off and I'm back in the game. Let's remember to look to our side and nudge the person next to us. Because the one who seems to have it all together may be struggling for air. Tell someone you need them today. Let them know that they are valued and wanted. Maybe this way we'll save a life and help then out of their ocean of anxiety. Thank you Amber. Thank you Halle. Thank you Tasha. Thank you Mom. Thank you Jean. You reached out and caught my hand when I was drowning. But especially thank you Jesus, You saved my life by dying for me and granting me eternal life.
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AuthorI am a missionary. Currently studying at Bethany Global University. The ultimate God dream is to go to Mongolia. I believe God has called me to minister to the Mongolian nomads, they are the unreached people of our world. With over 3 million people in Mongolia, there are only around 70 churches. These churches are all in cities, thus leaving the nomads on their own. I am a missionary, this is my calling, and this is my story. Please Contact me to find out how to donate.Archives
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