Goodbye East Tn, you’ve been good:
I’m sure most of you reading this have read my countless status updates about how awful east Tn is. Many of you know I had a hard time being here: 5 hours from my home. I never could seem to find happiness and joy in this place. Yes, East Tn is so beautiful, the mountains are just amazing! Every time I look at the mountains as I drive down the road, I just think to myself, “My God is so amazing. so beautiful.” How could I not like it here?
I’ve always caught myself complaining about living in east tn. sadly. I should not have been complaining, and wasting so much time when I could have been doing something for the Lord! I have met so many wonderful people and had many incredible times I won’t forget! I have been taught SO much!
The Lord has just recently spoken some things to me about the situation. Because I have been praying and asking God, “why am i here!?” He has just been saying “Sarah, I have sent you to east tn for a reason. Nothing I do is without reason for my bigger and better plan. You took time away and spent a year with me, growing and fully relying on Me!” Well, now that I look back and recall this year, it’s so true! I know and I feel that I have grown in so many ways! The Lord has changed me! I began to gain a better understanding of Him and totally fell in love with Him more and more!!
Being involved with different Christian organizations has been wonderful. Alpha Omega & The Well, two college ministries at ETSU have impacted my life! The Well every Wednesday night has been such a blessing. It has strengthened my walk with the Lord tremendously! I am so thankful for those 2 ministries, I love serving with you all!!
I was reading Jesus Calling on April 15th and this stood out to me about this situation:
TRUST ME, and don’t be afraid. Many things feel out of control. Your routines are not running smoothly. You tend to feel more secure when your life is predictable. Let Me lead you to the rock that is higher than you and your circumstances. Take refuge in the shelter of My wings, where you are absolutely secure.
When you are shaken out of your comfortable routines, grip My hand tightly and look for growth opportunities. Instead of bemoaning the loss of your comfort, accept the challenge of something new. I lead you on from glory to glory, making you fit for My kingdom. Say yes to the ways I work in your life. Trust Me, and don’t be afraid.
Thank You Lord for sending me to East TN so that I could grow in Your word and begin to love You and know You more!
