Eyeing the finish line and looking for the next starting tape

I have the distinct privileges of being one of the only people left in Nac over the break. You might be inclined to think that it would be a nice, quiet pause from the usual hustle and bustle of college life...and you'd be wrong. Big surprise there, right?

I've had a lot of late nights this week, and a lot of time has been spent on self-assessment and realigning my will with God's. I am fully aware of the fact that calendar years mean nothing to God and that His plans are perfect. It doesn't worry me too much at all that I still don't have a good idea of exactly what is going after I walk that graduation stage in a little over 276 days and 8 hours. It doesn't bother me that I'm 24 years old and I am no closer to a potential wife than I was this time last year. Don't mistake my thoughts for sorrow, just readiness and eagerness.

Jer. 29:11 is possibly one of the most overused and cliched verses in the Bible. It is completely true, no doubt, but I think it's full impact is lost unless you really stop to think what is being said by the Creator. When you pair it with Rom. 8:28, you know beyond a doubt that nothing happens or doesn't happen that is not somehow connected to God's sovereign plan for your life.

I am naturally philosophical. It gets me completely wrapped around the axle sometimes, but that's life. I am enjoying college immensely, but I cannot wait for the day when I have no roommates other than my wife, a job with actual upward mobility and a clear vision of the ministry and purpose I am here to fulfill.

As I stand here at the biggest crossroads I have ever faced, there is excitement mixed with a tad bit of apprehension. There is so much out there that I have never experienced, so much I haven't seen, so much unknown. I am so glad I have an Almighty God who loves me as His own and has called me to be a piece in His puzzle.

I have no problem admitting it...I am eager to walk the path with someone that leads to marriage. I have no intention of rushing anything or acting foolish, but when God opens that door I will gladly walk through it without hesitation. There is so much of me that has been keeping, waiting and longing for her. The physical sense is such a small part of it...that holy union will be glorious when it gets here. Immensely hard and a time of intense growth and maturation, yes. But still glorious.

Gen. 2:18 - It is not good for man to be alone, I will make a helper suitable for him.

As I near the finishing tape of one race, I am wide eyed in search of the starting line for the next one. So...to my wife, wherever you are right now...whatever you're doing...Just know that I love you, I miss you and I'm praying for you.

Be blessed.