He is Faithful.

Hey, everyone. I'm sorry that I haven't updated this nearly as much as I wanted to! Final projects and exams have started this week and I haven't had any downtime. In the midst of all the craziness, I have been reminded that even when I fail, our Papa doesn't.

This trip is a huge undertaking, and I have been worried about it much more than I would like to admit. But yesterday as I was working on one of my final projects, I remembered: this is the God of the universe, of all creation. If this is where I am supposed to be, and I believe it is, then He will provide for me, and more than I ever expected. So far, just two weeks after my official letter went out, I have raised about a third of what I need to go. This itself is a huge praise.

So that's really it for now. Just trying to get through finals week, but trusting that He is faithful in every aspect of my life. It's been really neat to see what opportunities He has provided here at school and things He is revealing about Chicago. 

I've also been praying against the negativity, doubt, and anxiety that is a normal part of life especially around exam time, but asking to be filled with His peace, joy, and confidence instead. I can't live for Him if I'm not seeking Him first, and I can't do anything in my own strength. Hard lessons to learn, but wonderful lessons nonetheless.

Philippians 4:6-7

 ⁶ Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. ⁷ And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

  

Keep praying, and thank you for all of your support so far!