So, I've figured out the whole dating thing. I have been enlightened as to the reason for my existence. My education is rolling along nicely, taking me down the tracks to the destination (my career and professional success). My relationship with my Creator and Savior is better than ever before. My fraternity is set to draw the largest pledge class in years and my college ministry at church is growing steadily and actively seeking Jesus Christ like never before. I am healthy (barring an annoying knee) and my family is as well. I am blessed beyond belief. Jesus is more than faithful, He is omnipresent. So why am I so unsettled?
The answer is simple...I'm a problem-solver with no problems to solve. I'm a man who loves a good challenge who has realized that the only challenge is to leave life in God's capable hands and follow His will on a daily basis.
For some reason, my mind seems to enjoy working on about 13 things at once, 24/7. This is why I rarely sleep, and even more rarely sleep well. Does anyone else have this problem? I feel like all of life is going exceptionally well, but at the same time it's not moving at all. I am done with my degree plan at SFA, all I'm here for are a few classes that most medical schools require. My personal life has been put on pause by the Almighty and I've been told that it will be a long time before He allows me to move from this spot. This summer God grew me up...big time. For the first time ever, I feel like I'm finally beginning to look like the man I'm supposed to be. God has pounded the "be humble and teachable, practice servant leadership" mantra into my brain countless times.
So what is a passionate man who loves Jesus and His people with all his heart supposed to do in the meantime? Live life. Practice ministry. "Do justice, love mercy and walk humbly with your God" - Micah 6:8. Every single second is an opportunity to bless and minister. Now I'm repeating myself; I know I've said that in previous blogs but it's important enough to say more than once. Significance isn't some you obtain, it's something you maintain. You never reach the end of the road to significance; it's an eternal journey.
So, when you think you've arrived...take a look around. I guarantee there is someone in need of encouragement or a helping hand, or a listening ear or available shoulder to lean on. Maybe some random person needs a ride somewhere, or a meal to quench their physical hunger. Everywhere you go, you can be Jesus to someone.
It's easy to turn to God when the going is tough. He has all the answers. The hard part is when everything seems to be great. Will you stay submitted? Will you stay on the path He has called you to when personal success, self and temporary satisfaction lie elsewhere? Will you? Or will you put your eternal perspective on and listen to that still, small voice? The choice is yours.
(I have faith in you)...
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