For the past few semesters, I have truly felt the Lord calling me to student ministry and to learning more about what that could look like. I've been working at Brentwood Baptist in the student ministry learning tons of things, having tons of first-hand experiences and tons of chances to observe and work with students. In addition, as long as I can remember, I've liked going to school... I'm that weird kid that liked going to classes, because I loved learning about life and how I could better be prepared for what the Lord was calling me to do....
All this being said, a few months ago, I decided that seminary is where I was being called... Truett Seminary in Waco, Texas to be exact. I looked the school up and found out there was a scholarship opportunity available that was due December 18... so I rushed to get all of my essays done, my recommendations done, and all my paperwork turned in. Then the waiting game started. I was so nervous, and I didn't tell many people about it, because I didn't know for sure what would happen.
So... long story short, Monday I got my acceptance letter!!! Not only that, but I also got the scholarship I had applied for! I'm so excited to be going back to Texas for awhile. I mean, don't get me wrong, I absolutely love Tennessee, and all of the people I've grown to know here. There are so many things about Nashville/ Brentwood that are so dear to my heart, and the thought about leaving all of this chokes me up all the time...
However, right now is a time to celebrate! As much as I want to be sad, I know the Lord has truly provided for me. I don't have to pay for tuition at all because of the scholarship. I still have connections in Texas, which are extremely helpful. I know for sure I am suppose to be there in August, because of how things are working out. I really don't think I could have asked for a more clear answer from the Lord about going to seminary. I'm excited to learn more about student ministry and what that looks like in my life. I truly am happy, excited, nervous, overwhelmed by everything right now... but I wouldn't want to have it any other way.
When I told my small group of 10th grade girls on Wednesday night about this, they circled around me, laid hands on me, and prayed for me. I was so worried about their reactions to everything, but they were just so sweet and loving to me... exactly what I needed. Seriously, the Lord has blessed me beyond measure and has made things happen that I never could have imagined. These verses speak right to where I am... To Him be the glory!
"Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen." Ephesians 3:20-21
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