Rough

As I've been at Indiana Wesleyan for a week now, it's becoming more and more real. Classes start in two days, I'm anxious for that but with having a little time to rest today, I've realized a few other things. I love college so far and I'm so grateful that God (and God alone) has provided the way for me to come to IWU however college is rough, too. I've come to realize that my relationships with everyone back home are different. As some people may know, I've not always had the best relationship with my Dad as we tend to butt heads on some things, however I've realized that this week I've thought about missing my Dad more than anyone else.. I miss his witty comments and tough love but I'm so glad that God is using this college experience to grow and mend our relationship. Don't get me wrong, I miss a lot of other people, too. The leaving people part has seriously been the roughest part, honestly.. I mean if you know me at all, you know my rich love for people in general, but especially my people back at home. College is rough because although my relationship with God has probably never been stronger, my relationship with Him is being challenged. There's a ministry here on campus called Awaken Ministries and I feel so called to them because of their constant devotion and consistence with their walks with the Lord.. this is what we as Christians need, this is what our communities need, and most definitely, this is what our country needs! College is rough because of the people.. no, I don't mean the people are rough. I mean that it's rough to really get to know and understand some people. I'm pretty sure I could recite my name, majors, and a fun fact about me in my sleep because if I were to even guess at how many times I've been asked those things this week, I would guess close to a couple hundred. I mean if you really want to get to know someone, more than what their name is, what their major is, or where they are from, you have to make the effort to ask them deeper questions and to spend time with them. Although college is rough, it's a blast. I love IWU so far and I love the people here, too. I can't wait to see what God has in store for me over the next few years, but even within the next few days, weeks, and months. 

Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail.

They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23