College Life

Hey guys...anyone who still reads this. I just wanted to give praise to God right now. It's not necessarily a prayer request...I mean, you can pray for me if you want. Anywho, I just want to say that God has exceeded my expectations as He always does. Leaving A&M was completely heartbreaking to me, and I still get a little depressed thinking about it sometimes. However, I knew God was calling me to leave College Station for something better and He has provided. I have been here at Tarleton for about 2 weeks. In that 2 weeks I am already getting to know many people in College Life and at my church Rocky Point Baptist. I love everyone I've met. It's not a spiritual high I see in everyone but rather a consistent, steadfast desire to be closer to each other and Christ. One of the things I love the most is Lifegroups. My group has about 35 people in it ranging from freshmen in college to Preston at the ripe age of 78. Everyone is so welcoming. I've never been so excited about church. I tried to get plugged in at A&M, but it never worked out whether by my own fault or not. Here things are different. God has opened so many doors for me, and He's keeping me busy. If you pray for me, pray that I remain consistent in the Word because to live by His Word we must know what His Word is! My relationship with Alyssa is still strong, though I wish with all my heart that she was here instead. Lastly, my living situation is incredible. I live with 3 of the most amazing guys I know. They are my best friends...plus Michael! We are keeping each other accountable in many ways. Each of us has a different walk and we are able to uplift each other and pray through things. Not to put anyone on a pedestal, but living with Jacob Rowe has given me a thirst that I've been missing. He preached at our church last Sunday and he rocked our socks off. He was so transparent and you could see Christ shining right through him. I want that for myself, and I believe it can happen. I hope that even after one semester here many of you will not recognize me. I want to be so radically changed. I want to be a leader, I've already stopped following. I want to be able to completely focus on God without distraction daily. Well, that's all I have time for now, but you will hear more from me! Thank you Father for all that You've done and are going to do. You have provided beyond my expectations already, and I can't wait to see what's in store.