A month ago my grandma was diagnosed with melanoma cancer.
Six weeks ago I left him in the Philippines, again.
Four months ago I graduated and said goodbye to my IWU college friends.
Eight months ago I changed from full-time student to full-time intern case manager.
Eleven months ago I started my senior year of college.
One year ago (this week) I was very sick with mono.
Thirteen months ago grandma was hospitalized, on a ventilator.
Fourteen months ago I said "see you later" to the Philippines.
Fifteen months ago I spent a whole summer "by myself" in the Philippines.
These were all scary things.
But each ones results in a success story.
Two and a half weeks ago I moved to New York, knowing no one.
Two and a half weeks ago I made some amazing new friends. I have opportunities I would have never had anywhere else.
A month ago my grandma was diagnosed with melanoma cancer.
A month ago my grandma had an opportunity to have surgery and save her vision.
Six weeks ago I left him in the Philippines, again.
Six weeks ago God taught me an awesome lesson in faithfulness and trust. He reminded me to find my blessings and pleasure in Him.
Four months ago I graduated and said goodbye to my IWU college friends.
Four months ago God rewarded my hardwork.
Eight months ago I changed from full-time student to full-time intern case manager.
Eight months ago God put me in an opportunity to learn and then confirmed His call on my life. He broke my heart for what breaks His.
Eleven months ago I started my senior year of college.
Eleven months ago God opened new doors of ministry opportunities.
One year ago (this week) I was very sick with mono.
One year ago God revealed His awesome, healing power! He showed me that I am never alone.
Thirteen months ago grandma was hospitalized, on a ventilator.
Thirteen months ago God reminded me the value or family and of prayer. He worked a healing miracle.
Fourteen months ago I said "see you later" to the Philippines.
Fourteen months ago God blessed me with a most wonderful gift. He also taught me lessons on patience, reliance on Him, and perseverance.
Fifteen months ago I spent a whole summer "by myself" in the Philippines.
Fifteen months ago God revealed His vision and plan for my life. He stretched my comfort zone and broadened my horizons.
Don't get caught in your "yesterdays" of the past. Find joy in the midst of your trials, and move on with a lesson learned. Trust Him when you doubt. Seek Him always! Thank Him for everything! Praise Him forever! Look forward to the bright future He has for you. Find opportunities to learn and serve everyday. You don't know when today is all you'll have, so make the most of it!
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