I have been both anticipating and slightly dreading the month of August all summer long. A few weeks ago I gave my notice at my job when a different opportunity to be a part-time nanny came up. God answered about ten different prayers by opening the door for this job, so this is something I am looking forward to. And my first day is next week. I don't know if you're like me in this area, but there's this funny thing that happens when I get really excited and confident about something. Right when all the confidence builds up and I have an overwhelming assurance that I will do a good job, I get thoughts full of negativity, doubts, and hesitation thrown in the mix. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. - Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV) I always know it's a "God thing" when I can be caught up in something and then reminded of a scripture that is exactly what I need to hear. About a week and a half after I start my new job, I board a plane to Ouanaminthe, Haiti. I get such a happy spirit inside me when I think of how God orchestrated this trip to happen. Even if I sometimes wish this trip was a little longer than one week, I thank God every day for the opportunity. I couldn't imagine a better organization to partner with for my first mission trip. Danita's Children has the mission to rescue, love, and care for orphans and impoverished children in Haiti. I would highly advice you to follow them on instagram (@danitaschildren) or "like" their Facebook page to see just a glimpse of the amazing work their doing. I am way more excited and expectant, than nervous. I have a feeling some of the nervousness may creep in once I get closer to leaving. Or probably when i'm boarding the plane. Three days after I come back from Haiti, I start my second semester of college. I think all the students out there can somewhat agree with me when I say "nooooo!" The next park of the scripture in Philippians that I mentioned, goes a little something like this: Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. - Philippians 4:8-9 (NIV) As crazy as this may seem, while I am really excited about the good, happy, and memorable moments that are about to come, I am really looking forward to the not-so-good, somewhat sad, stressful, and everything-in-between moments too; those moments are going to be just as memorable as the rest. August has me starting a new job, traveling to a foreign, third-world county, and gearing up for my second year of college. Through it all I know I am ready because I am confident God always has my back. I found the above picture on Pinterest with the caption, "Take it all in."
However busy and crazy your August may seem, remember to breathe, slow down, and take it all in. You will be so happy you did.
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Stephen
8/6/2014 10:58:36 pm
The best part...? The August of everyone you touch will be Graced with the Hand of Jesus!
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