I've decided to change this just from a alpha blog into an actual blog.
Today I was just reflecting on what the Lord is calling me to do and I put together some obvious clues in to the idea of youth ministy. I'll be honest and say that I don't really know what the job entitles but I know something.
I've realized that my my outgoing personality is something to be used. In no way conceited, I can say that I have an odd talent of people getting a long really well with people. It seems my personality will be used to be an example and to encourage others around me.
The only hesitation I had was that I'm ready theologically. Honestly I am learning so much right now, and forming opinions about arguments that I had never heard of previously. I still don't know very much, but I am so passionate about learning more, I'm even thinking of double majoring (communications and theology)? I don't really know.
All I know is that there are pretty big steps that I'm going to be taking these next few years, I'm going to be challenged spiritually and mentally.
"In his heart a man plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps." Proverbs 16:9
I'm ready to take on what God will lead me through. I'm confident He will provide people along the way. I just need prayer that I am patient in finding them. I'm waiting and praying for an accountability partner and a mentor.
Thank you Lord for the people so far and the people back home. You have guided my thoughts into praying and caring for others .
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Woo hoo. You would be great!
"Theologically" whatever is not the question . . . do you walk with Jesus and like students? THAT is the question.
Focus on developing your relationship with God and your ability to hear and obey his voice. THIS is what will make you successful in life and ministry (whether youth or not).
"All these things will be added." It's out of context, but focusing on the kingdom (which includes things like character and wisdom) first is most important, education, skill, talent, and experience will come.
Last year I was thinking a lot like this also. "I still don't know very much..." or "Youth Ministry? Theology?"
If you're following God's calling & your heart's passion; if you're following your passion for a Loving relationship with God and humanity... You CAN'T go wrong. Also, you don't have to be a "theology" major to be a theologian or to be involved in full time ministry later on, but you certainly wouldn't regret it.
I'd Love to see you around Duke more often, the more the merrier.
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