Not Probable, but Possible

When I made this blog, it was all about my journey through college as a young teenager, and followed my through the choices and uncertainties of my education. It seems fitting to continue my blog as I continue my education.
I think I had titled this blog "Dreams of Tomorrow" and had written in the description something along the lines of  "a young college student aiming to use her degree to bring justice to the world, and speak up for the rights of the poor and needy."
I think I knew then that God wanted me to do law; the timing just wasn't right yet.

   So far, there is nothing interesting to relate (at least, nothing that the majority of the population will find very interesting).
  I survived through the whirlwind of an orientation, which made me second-guess my decision quite a few times. I am navigating the highways and by-ways of Virginia Beach quite nicely; I only get a little lost every time I leave.
 
What has been incredible to me is how rewarding it is to get to a place where I am really relying on God for my every need. The novelty of the situation has me leaning in closer to Him, pressing on with devotions and quiet time in the morning, and making use of my (many) moments where I am alone, just to spend time soaking in His presence.

   My favorite verses this week have been, "With man this is impossible, but with God, all things are possible." (Matthew 19:26)
and "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." 1 Cor. 12:9


I didn't realize how little I could do on my own until I moved here for law school! I thought for sure that I would be crippled by homesickness, fear, and anxiety, but, by the grace of God, I have not! Sure, I get a little homesick now and then, and maybe a little apprehensive about these intimidating law school courses, but overall I have been surrounded by "peace that passes all understanding".(Prov. 3:6)

Whenever I get overwhelmed by the impossibility of my situation, I remember I serve a God of the impossible; a God with whom, ALL things are possible. That includes me surviving through these next three years!
 His power is made perfect in weakness -- could it be that the very things about myself which I am afraid will hold me back from being the best I can be, are the things he will use to glorify Himself?
In my weaknesses, His strength shines through.

I heartily recommend following God wherever He leads you, including to places you originally had no desire whatsoever to go. He really does know best... :)
It doesn't mean it will be easy, but it will be worth it. I keep telling myself (or, the Holy Spirit keeps reminding me) he doesn't tell me it will be EASY, or PROBABLE, but it is POSSIBLE, with Him.
I have to work as hard as I can, and make lots of sacrifices to make sure that I do my part in fulfilling this plan He has for me. If I am truly working my best and doing it all for His glory, not for anyone else's (including my own), then I will graduate from this intense program!

 "I can do all things through Him who gives me strength." Phil. 4:13