He'll make a way

When I was in elementary school I had an amazing P.E. teacher of whom I was scared to death. When I got to about the fourth grade (after he moved) I realized what a great teacher he was and that I actually might have liked him, despite the boa constrictor he kept in his room. His name was Mr. Bates, and Mr. Bates always said on Wednesdays, "You know what day it is kids?" and we would reply, "HUMP DAY!!!" I always thought it was silly to call Wednesday "hump day." I mean it's just flat out weird. However, now, as I have gotten older, I realize that calling Wednesday "Hump day" is not that silly... though it is kind of weird.

All that to say, "Thank God I made it past hump day!!!" And let me tell you, despite the cliche, I must say I am too blessed to be stressed. I have a million and a half assignments due by next Monday, but at this moment none of them are more important than getting to tell you what God is doing in my life, and in the life of others around me.

First of all, is the fast. So this week I'm keeping away from the make-up and country music. I'll start out by being honest and telling you that I cracked and put on a little mascara today (my eyelashes are blonde!) but I'm okay with that, because I feel like the sacrifice God really laid on my heart is the country music, and I know He wants me to give it up because He has confirmed it twice today... which is the cool part.

First, I decided to come back to my dorm between classes today and get some work done (did I? no). And instead of walking all the way back up the hill, I opted for the shuttle. When I got on the shuttle, "I can only imagine" by Mercy Me was playing!!! Now, while I was waiting for the shuttle it never even crossed my mind that the bus drivers ALWAYS play country music; I was just concerned with not arriving to Math class panting and sweaty. However, when I got on the shuttle and heard those sweet lyrics, I remembered. I know that God provided that for me. So I listened to a song about heaven all the way to class. How cool. Secondly, tonight in youth group I talked to the kids about making choices. I asked the kids what some small choices they make everyday that reflect Christ were and the very first response I got was "choosing to listen to Christian music." What? So cool.

And I know there might be someone out there who wonders what the big deal is anyways with only listening to Christian music. The thing is, I'm a praise and worship leader in my church and music is a big part of my ministry. I feel like if I constantly feed my mind and heart with music that doesn't glorify the Lord then I'm not preparing my heart and mind to lead others... plus country music can really get a girl down in the dumps sometimes.

Anyways, I have a lot more to say, but this blog entry is already too long. So maybe tomorrow. Ciao!