This weekend has been circled on my calendar for while now. Everything I've put into my academic career thus far comes down to a 6 hour exam. It's hard to keep the anxiety from taking over. I am constantly reminded of a plethora of verses.
"Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me." John 14:1
"Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble."Matthew 6:34
"The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still." Exodus 14:14
"And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ." Philippians 1:6
I know that the Lord has led me down this direction and that I need not worry about the outcome of the MCAT, but it is a stuggle to let go of ALL anxiety.
Not only am I taking a little test this weekend, I am also packing aand preparing for this summer in Kenya. I leave for pre-field training on Monday. I am beyond excited for the opportunity to go and serve. The reality of this hasn't been able to sink in because of my focus on the MCAT. Packing for this summer has proven to be somewhat difficult. I first had to pack my things in my apartment in Auburn, load my truck with the essentials, drive home, unpack everything, and start to piece together the things I will need in Kenya. I use the term"packing" loosely. In actuality, I have nothing packed, but I am blessed with a family that is gathering a lot of things that I will need this summer.
The combination of these experiences has definitely forced me to relinquish my "control", and to place my faith in my Creator. I am positive this will be a reoccurring theme this summer.
I am ready for Monday, May 23
He must increase, i must decrease
Justin
Good luck, and know you've got a lot of people behind you, praying for you. The Lord won't give you anything you can't handle.
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