I am sitting alone here in room 108. I have "Hillsong United Pandora" playing in the background with my brand new Jesus Calling Devo/Journal beside me (thank you Darren). I just finished taking my third exam this week our of four, and I couldn't be more at peace.
It's very easy to get carried away in the stress and business of finals week. After all, about 15 weeks of intense curriculum is a lot to remember for a (sometimes) cumulative exam, which is often placed on the same day as another exam. Oddly enough, I haven't been cramming like the majority of the students here at JMU. I haven't been frantically making flashcards of terms that I don't even remember going over or filling out a 13 page long study guide filled with stuff that may or may not be asked about. I am not bragging; please don't think I am. I am at awe with how much God gives peace to those who seek it from Him. Philippians 4:6-7- "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Over and over again in the Bible we are reminded of God's power. He can do anything, right? And he is faithful and wants the best for us. If we follow him and trust him, he will give us the desires of our heart. (Psalm 37:4) This week, and from now, I decided to choose peace. I decided not to worry about a grade defining me, but trusting that God has a beautiful plan for me no matter what happens. I've done all I could do thus far, now it's time to give it all to God. So as we go through finals week or just a stressful time in general, remember that God is always there waiting for you to come to him. He will give you an immeasurable amount of peace if you spend time with him. Besides, what is honestly cooler than spending time with God? Nothing. Show those finals who is boss!
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Alaina Ambler
12/13/2014 03:10:03 pm
Hello you beautiful soul! I just looked through your website and wanted to tell you how incredibly talented you are! Your authenticity and grateful heart are such a great reflection of God's love in and through you. I'm #blessed to be your friend!!! <3 See you back at JMU!
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