January consisted of filling out applications for graduate schools while I took a J-term course that focused on encouraging adults to participate in outreach ministries. This class was really different from my others because it was practical vs. theoretical. I also had the opportunity to observe what so many awesome churches are doing to love on their community- very exciting!
February flew by fast. As president of the student council that planned my college's spring revival, I was swapped organizing and coordinating. The beginning of spring semester reminded me that I wouldn't be there too much longer, and that made me sad...
After preaching in March's spring revival, I was thrust into a busy week of filling in for a the Greek teacher. Writing curriculum and teaching the students Biblical Greek reminded me why I loved my major and had a deep desire to teach.

May was a sad month. Most of the other seniors were ready to finish school and leave, but I sure wasn't. I loved my school and the people there. I love to learn and had never had seniorities before. The day came, and although I was happy to complete my degree (the first of its kind at the college), I was reluctant to leave.

July was spent traveling around our new home and further creativity.

I was worried that September and October would signify that my life was over. School started, and to my surprise, it was MUCH easier than I thought it would be. I still had plenty of time to play. Although I was thrilled that I had plenty of time to a) complete all I needed; b) to relax and have fun, I was very disappointed by the things that I was learning. Although interesting, I nonetheless was frustrated because my courses' content lack relevance to practical ministry. While I certainly love Biblical studies, I only love it because it has the capacity to change people. This led to lots of self-doubt and confusion about the nature of my calling. Something I am still trying to work out.
On a more positive note, my parents and grandparents came down for a visit. It was so nice to see them and show them our new home.


I am still figuring out what this exactly looks like in my life. I have so much to learn this upcoming year about myself and how I fit into God's plan for this world. Whatever it is, I am super excited about being a part of it. :)
P.S. More thoughts about what I've been learning about all of this in my other blog's post.
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