Timing.

We’ve all heard the expression “it will all get better with time.” A majority of my life I have believed that expression was inaccurate and unfair. The past couple of days I have experienced such a peace over my life and I finally understand that expression.

I am finally content with my major. My purpose and path here at OU has never been clearer. I feel that I am free and liberated from my fears and insecurities. Right now, my life is a blank canvas and for the first time in forever the paintbrush is in my hand.

My life is at my disposal. I am no longer allowing people and meaningless priorities define my life. Nothing and no one is holding me back. For the longest time, it was like I was unconscious of my own strength. I have the power to make a difference in my life and those around me.

I’m finally chasing the right things. My destiny is my destiny for a reason. I play the main role in it. I cannot let people and unimportant things illustrate my time anymore.

By putting my faith as the primary foundation, this past year has been uplifting. God has played such a present role by putting extraordinary people and opportunities before me.

Becoming a Young Life leader last March has by far been the most rewarding experience. Since the spring, I have been developing relationships with high school girls. One high school girl in particular, Lexi has encouraged and inspired me way more than I could have ever imagined.

Ever since camp this summer I have seen the Holy Spirit work in her. We have developed a friendship that has turned into a sisterhood. And I frankly cannot imagine my life without her. If God wouldn’t have intervened with my plans this time last year, I would not have Young Life and I wouldn’t have Lexi.

It is mind blowing to me to think about how much my life has changed from last November to this November. The change has been insane and frustrating at times, but I’m finally seeing the beauty in it.

I guess I’m just thankful. Thankful for life. And I am SO thankful for the endless opportunities that God keeps presenting before me.