Anew

This winter break so far has been quite an eye opener. I feel empowered...
A change of season is happening.

I finally feel like I don't have baggage...
God is putting new experiences and emotions on my plate everyday. I am not scared but excited and feel ready to glorify Him.
To trust God...
When He tells me something I don't need to ask Him to repeat Himself anymore.
When I pray...
There is confidence when I talk to God that is becuase of trust; trust that He hears me and that nothing is impossible; no longer am I embarrassed to pray about specific things.
A relational being...
Coming to terms with the word 'close' in all it's definitions. How much do we reveal to anyone, even our 'closest' friends? I was made for only one other human being and that kind of closeness that I will feel with them is something I can not imagine because only God can create that kind of closeness. God knows me better than anyone or even myself I would dare to say...in some respects, I find that thought comforting.
Within the Body of Christ...
My gifts from the Holy Spirit are discernment and wisdom. My passions are teaching the Truth and helping to undo injustice through any means God makes available. I am confident in the belief that an ultimate truth is: We are here on Earth only to please and glorify God. New fervor has come over me to want to share the gospel.
Called...
I don't know why but God has made it easy for me to unashamedly and honestly want to reach out for the people in social situations that are labeled the 'lowest of the low' or 'most awkward of all' (it's not me, it's all God becuase I know I don't have a lot of patience_). Frankly, at times I feel like they just find me out of the blue...Anyway, I also feel called to start praying about trying an inner city cru project for either this summer or spring break.
Extended grace...
I am not perfect in any way shape or form. It is a constant struggle for me as it is for anyone who reads this to glorify God in every situation; but it is this struggle that brings me joy and security. When I know that I am constantly a sinner it only re-affirms that I NEED God. Knowing that I need God brings me security and knowing that I have a Savior who makes up for my iniquities and protects me from God's wrath brings me joy.

The sheets of rain that were coming down earlier have let up. Time to go get a sandwhich.