Staying Sharp

Last week was a challenging week in general. As I came to the end of my week I looked at how life truly was. In all honesty it wasn't that great. As I've transitioned from being at School of the Word and entering the real world of work, home and a social life I have come to realize that it's not easy (not that anyone said it would be). Bible school was the most amazing experience of my life without a doubt and I would do it all over again. The hard part actually comes when you leave and no one tells you how hard it's going to be leaving that spiritual bubble and being thrown into a completely different world. But I have to look back and remember that I've been prepared for this life as I now know it. When I come to difficult times and my life is a whirlwind of activity I remember that these are the most important times to stay in the Word, pray in the Spirit and worship God as much as possible. It's so easy to sit and study for an hour when there's nothing else to do. But I'm being challenged daily to take even 15 minutes to sit down and spend time with Jesus. I have time to pray and worship all throughout the day and yes there are days where only that is possible, but it's so vital to take that time everyday to devote and refresh myself in God and all that He has for me. I just encourage everyone, as you go through your crazy schedule each day simply draw from God's Word and the Spirit - this is what will truly strenghten you for everything that you meet throughout the day and give you wisdom to deal with every situation. Be blessed and know that I am praying for you!