Can't Lose You

My life has been one exciting ride this past month. I have made difficult, gut-wrenching decisions. I will have to live with these decisions, and walk away with no regrets.

God has been my shepherd through this whole ordeal of returning to college. In my carnal mind, returning to college was the LAST thing I wanted. The first college I attended was the University of Evansville. I fell in love with the campus and community. However, I was ripped from the campus due to an illness. After that experience, hope was hard to come by. College was no longer a joy, but something to be feared.

But, slowly God began to heal my wounds, and He gave me hope for my future. As I became obedient and surrendered, the prospect of returning to college surfaced again. With the support of family and friends, I made the jump! I applied to TUFW, and began taking classes.

Mid semester the announcement was made that the school was closing its doors. Talk about heartbreak, disillusionment, and disappointment! All those wounds of the past resurfaced. It sounds bleak, but if you pay attention to God’s voice, you may find He knows exactly what He is doing.

God is teaching me that circumstances are not the litmus test for my relationship with Him. God has great plans for me. What the enemy has stolen, God desires to restore. He will restore! He has promised me that His plans are for my good. I simply need to remind myself that circumstances do not dictate God's love for me. I am learning to trust Him in the darkest valley. Even when the path is uncertain and difficult, I will praise Him.

MY CURRENT PLANS: I will be moving to Marion. I will be a part-time student at Upland in the fall. I covet your prayers during this time of transition.