To Move Mountains

The first week at Ellerslie has been simply incredible. Beyond anything I could have expected. I can't believe it's even been a week since I first arrived. God is doing so much in my life, I can't tell it all.
All that I am learning, though, turns back to one thing: Faith. Do I really believe God will do what He said He will do? Do I truly believe I have all that I need in Christ Jesus for life and godliness? Do I believe that He can move mountains in my life and in the lives of others?
For the longest time, my answer was no. I didn't say that, but the way I lived proved my heart. I tried, and tried for the longest time in my own strength. And yet, I always fell short. Because it is impossible. I cannot be holy, as He is holy. I can't walk on water... on my own.
But in Jesus, oh, what strength there is to find. He can make me walk on water. He can conquer all the hosts of armies that surround me, because He who is with me is greater than those with them. It is by His blood and the cross that I can enter into God's presence, and receive the power to move mountains.
God is moving mountains in my life. He is changing my nature, from the fleshly, sinful natural way, to the divine, and holy way. I am exchanging my life for His.
I'm not gonna become perfect over night. But I know that He will conform me into His image, because He who started the work in me is faithful to complete it. I hope you learn to trust Jesus with your life.

The Eve of Departure

Weightiness. Excitement. Fear.
All this is boiling inside me, causing me to feel weak and small inside. And yet, I know the Lord goes with me, and in His words, "Do not be afraid. Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous?" And again, "Do not be afraid of them. For the Lord your God will go ahead of you. He will neither forsake you nor fail you."
Words I need... Man. I don't know what to say. It's like I'm taking the first step outside of a curtained world, and it is beautiful, but frightful. The future pierces me, like the light after stepping out of the movie theater.
Ah, for long winded analogies and metaphors.
I'll try to keep this as updated as I can but... I am prone to forget I even "possess" this site. So, I'm apologizing in advance.
May God bless you.

A week before departure...

One more week before I leave for Ellerslie School of Honor. As I look back on these last few days, I am surprised at how greatly God has blessed me.
For starters, the surprise party a week ago last Saturday was incredible. I was completely surprised and never suspected a thing!
After graduating and being honored so much, however, I am tired of being the center of attention. Part of me can't wait to just be able to return to focusing on Christ and "normal" life. And yet, every day is extraordinary for me.
I haven't done any packing yet, but I don't think it will take long, so I'm taking this week to really say goodbye.
Thanks and God bless!