Wednesday, September 15, 2010

College Prayers

Fall is arriving and with it, a new academic year begins. For those of you who don't know, I am now a freshman at Saginaw Valley State University near my home. This decision to enter the public arena of education has already been a mixed blessing.

As a Christian, I am always a stranger in a strange land, but I must admit, I feel it more here. Already, I have encountered opinions and beliefs that oppose my own, but those hours away have heightend one hundred fold my appreciation for the sanctuary and love of my family. There is nothing better than returning to them and letting go after a long day.

I have also discovered a love for the French language. I'm only three weeks into the introductory class and I already adore the pure vowels and flowing rhythms.

I pray that as I continue here, that God will use me for Himself. I am now surrounded by people who don't know Him! My prayer is that they will see Him in me.

Please pray for me as I continue this journey. Pray that I am faithful and remember how great is mercy, love, and strength of my God, and pray that I am able to testify to His salvation whenever the opportunity arrives.

2 comments:

  1. I'll be praying for you Raich! I really admire you forstaying home and yet going to college, you are a great role model to me :)
    -Josie

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  2. I LUV LUV LOVEE you so much, Rachael!!! I"m so proud of you for serving God through this all. I love hearing about your college experiances whne you get home every day!

    I'm so proud of you!
    Love ya,
    ~Rana

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