Well...the semester came and went. It took some adjusting. The first month was especially rough. It wasn't just an adjustment to being back in school after 4 years, but this is a different kind of academics. In my undergrad in International Business, it was very cut and dry. Here's the information, now take a test on it. More information, then take a test. Theology is very different. Tons of reading and writing, and a lot of "Tell me how you feel about that." That's not to say it's bad. Actually, I very much enjoy it. It's just different. It's amazing how much something doesn't feel like difficult work, when you're passionate about it. 1 semester down, 7 more to go. I did well despite the challenges, however, and I felt affirmed again in my decision to pursue this.
Affirmation is an extremely powerful force. I think we all seek affirmation in our lives. From bosses, friends, mentors, family... We want to know that who we are and what we do matters. You do. And it does. I find it amazing how far an affirming word can go.
You are valuable, and you are loved.
When we treat everyone we encounter with respect, care, and love, we are actively participating in God's work in the world. I believe we can and will see a time in our lives where love and peace rule, instead of the violence and hatred we often see today.
I am going to change the world.
We are going to change the world.
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| looking north from Roosevelt. |
