In February when I began feeling God leading me towards Rochester I felt a sense of peace as I felt his calling. My patience was strengthened as there wasn't any signs that a job would actually be open for me to apply to. With one step forward at a time and daily prayers for continued guidance and patience I waited to see what God would do. Previously I wrote about the holy spirit speaking to me about God being able to do the impossible despite what society might think. (My Reality)
By God's grace the answer to my prayers were revealed to me and I felt comfort knowing I was being obedient to where I felt the Holy Spirit leading me. I was offered a job when few were being opened. I felt tremendously blessed and couldn't wait to see what God was going to have in store for me as I moved down to Rochester.
As the big moving day began approaching apprehension developed in my heart as I realized I was moving out of my parents house and beginning my life in a new town. This was a different kind of apprehension than attending college as I knew that Rochester would soon become my permanent address. God never left my side through the move and as I adjusted to living on my own. It's amazing how there were moments when I felt as if I was moving alone that I was able to see that God never leaves my side. And as I have continued to grow closer to him and rely on him for everything the transition isn't something that I am nervous about anymore. I instead am able to acknowledge the loneliness that comes from being away from my family, and accept that my mission here on earth is to bring glory to God where ever he calls me to be.
As the big moving day began approaching apprehension developed in my heart as I realized I was moving out of my parents house and beginning my life in a new town. This was a different kind of apprehension than attending college as I knew that Rochester would soon become my permanent address. God never left my side through the move and as I adjusted to living on my own. It's amazing how there were moments when I felt as if I was moving alone that I was able to see that God never leaves my side. And as I have continued to grow closer to him and rely on him for everything the transition isn't something that I am nervous about anymore. I instead am able to acknowledge the loneliness that comes from being away from my family, and accept that my mission here on earth is to bring glory to God where ever he calls me to be.
Below is a story of his faithfulness that leaves me speechless in amazement at his never ending faithfulness and love towards those who earnestly seek him and his will.
I woke up last Sunday morning (7/21) unsure of what church to attend. I was trying to decide between two and woke up feeling like I had a real thirst to dive into God's word and drink up his truth. I felt like God wanted me to once again step out of my comfort zone and try something new, as I felt led to attend a newer church in the community and one that I had not attended last summer as a Summer III.
As I sat through the service at Harvest Bible Chapel Rochester I felt completely consumed by God. Although I was sitting alone, not knowing anyone in the congregation I felt completely satisfied knowing that I had followed God's leading once again. I went to the "Welcome Table" after the service and was welcomed by a woman who was glowing with the spirit of Christ. She walked me around the church and introduced me to people and then to a group of young adults in the church. From there I was in complete amazement at God's faithfulness and love as I was able to enjoy an afternoon/evening with the group of young adults whom I now very much consider my friends. A parade and dinner Sunday night, berry picking Monday night, and a ladies cooking night on Wednesday.
What a blessing it was to meet so many new people who are also completely surrendered to Christ. I am still in complete amazement at what happens when I truly give God the pen to my life and he scripts a story and a life I could never create on my own. I can't wait to see where he continues to lead me.
I woke up last Sunday morning (7/21) unsure of what church to attend. I was trying to decide between two and woke up feeling like I had a real thirst to dive into God's word and drink up his truth. I felt like God wanted me to once again step out of my comfort zone and try something new, as I felt led to attend a newer church in the community and one that I had not attended last summer as a Summer III.
As I sat through the service at Harvest Bible Chapel Rochester I felt completely consumed by God. Although I was sitting alone, not knowing anyone in the congregation I felt completely satisfied knowing that I had followed God's leading once again. I went to the "Welcome Table" after the service and was welcomed by a woman who was glowing with the spirit of Christ. She walked me around the church and introduced me to people and then to a group of young adults in the church. From there I was in complete amazement at God's faithfulness and love as I was able to enjoy an afternoon/evening with the group of young adults whom I now very much consider my friends. A parade and dinner Sunday night, berry picking Monday night, and a ladies cooking night on Wednesday.
What a blessing it was to meet so many new people who are also completely surrendered to Christ. I am still in complete amazement at what happens when I truly give God the pen to my life and he scripts a story and a life I could never create on my own. I can't wait to see where he continues to lead me.
Proverbs 3:5-6
"Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight."
