Shoutout to Jesus.

Can I please just boast about Jesus for a little bit? Thanks. 

I realize that a few months ago I did a post on God's provision. Ever since then I've become more aware to how much God truly blesses me. I'm going to share just a few ways He's shown up in my life.

1. College-Liberty University

God provided me the exact amount I needed to be able to come to Liberty University. That's crazy. Moving from Minnesota to Virginia my Senior year of high school was hard-especially since I had to visit colleges and try to decide on what I want to do for the rest of my life in less than year [at least that's what it felt like]. God providing the funds was proof for me that I was supposed to go to Liberty. He knew that I was stressed about it and that I would need a clear sign on where to go in order to feel peace-He provided that. 

2. Friendships

Again, moving my Senior year made it difficult making friends in Virginia. However, God provided me with theater (something I'd always wanted to do), thus a way to make friends. I'll always treasure those friendships. They truly got me through my Senior year at a new high school. 

However, even with God showing up my Senior year and providing friendships for me, I still doubted how quickly I'd make friendships here and the quality they'd be. It's always stressful moving to a new place, but I wondered just how well I'd "fit in". 

Man, did God go above and beyond! He provided me with AWESOME roommates who love Him and are hilarious/encouraging people to be around. Also, I joined the Debate Team which gave me an automatic family coming into Liberty. Not only are these people in love with Jesus, but they're hardworking and hilarious (like laugh until I hurt hilarious). So despite my fears and doubts, God went above and beyond. I've found acceptance in all of my crazy, awkward self and it feels so right. 

3. Energy

I'll be honest. College is awesome, but between balancing school, debate, friend time, and alone time, it gets a little hectic [reason why I haven't blogged in while]. I've learned that when I'm feeling worn out or just overwhelmed, I need to run to Jesus and He'll give me rest. Hold up-that sounded SO cliche. But it's honestly the truth. Carving out time in my day to delve into the Bible and pray are not just checkmarks off of my "how to be a good Christian", they're honestly the way I de-stress and re-prioritize my life. 

With all that to say, I love college. I love the people. Sometimes, I even love the schoolwork (nerd alert). But I love the fact that I get to go to a Christian University where it's more than common to pray before classes, see people singing worship songs while walking, and take a class on theology. Even more, I love the fact that I get to do this college thing with Jesus at my side. I know that if I hadn't gone here He'd still be with me-and wherever I go He'll always provide. 

So there's my little shoutout to Jesus. Comment with yours.

"And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."
Philippians 4:19 (ESV)

"Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?"
Matthew 6:26 (ESV)