Day By Day
Hello beautiful readers,
It’s so nice to be writing again. I wanted to sit down and let you all know what has been going on in my life for the past few months. So much has happened in the short time I have been away, and now I am beginning to see the bright light that is the end of the school year.
I have been going through a lot lately, with all classes, exams, and especially all I am involved in with my band program. I have made many wonderful memories with people I cherish, and I will forever be thankful for the time I have had this year.
I have kept up my reading (I’ve read 15 books so far this year and am currently reading two others) and would love to tell you about that sometime!
But, what I have really noticed in these past months and what I would like to focus on is my walk with God.
So, let’s start with some context.
This year is my junior year of high school, and it is almost over!
I have noticed how much I truly had to lean and depend on God for a lot more in my daily life. Everything this year has been so overwhelming, and as with everything, there have been high and low moments.
However, I have found myself with more stress, anxiety, exhaustion, and overwhelming feelings throughout this year. Every spare moment I had was spent with friends or trying to recover from poor decisions with my time, whether that be not dealing with homework when I needed to or running myself everywhere until I sobbed in my room.
Now, don’t get me wrong, there have been memories I have made this year that I will never forget, but I have also grown wiser this year through the choice of being involved in all that I am. I feel that I have learned that it is ok to say no. There always needs to be a balance between social life, alone time, and academics. That said, I am counting down the weeks until summer. However, the most important lesson I have grown in and what has opened my eyes is how much I truly need to depend on and submit to God in order to be fulfilled.
“Life is a climb, but the view is great!”
In prayer, I must ask for strength day by day. I cannot worry about tomorrow. Because honestly, I’m afraid if I think too far ahead I will be paralyzed. I have learned to submit my day to the Lord, asking for guidance, but also comfort in a time of loneliness. One verse that I have thought of frequently this year has been Jeremiah 29:11.
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
This verse reminds me daily that God has a plan for me, even when I have no idea what is going on. I have to be ready and willing to submit not only my life to Christ but also my daily schedule (which is somehow harder). My motto lately has been something my mom has been telling me for a while. “Day by day.” Whenever I find myself not wanting to get out of my warm covers in the morning or not wanting to go to class or do anything else, I just remind myself, “Day by day.” If I can take care of today and submit today to God, everything will be ok. I might struggle, but in the end, it will be ok.
The motto packs a lot of meaning to me. It reminds me that everything that I am going through right now is temporary. It reminds me that the best way to climb mountains… is one step at a time. If I can focus on the next step, the next moment, and trust God with that and the rest, everything will be ok.
I know the creator of the universe loves me and I am made in his image. I should be willing to submit my every day to him. And yet, sometimes to us stubborn humans, it is hard. It’s difficult to not worry about tomorrow, but ultimately, it is for the best. Another verse that comes to mind as I think of this is 1 Peter 5:7.
“Cast all your anxiety on him, for he cares for you.”
I am still working on casting all my worries on the Lord and not every day is wonderful. I am learning how to submit to God and spend more time with him as I continue to let him lead me through life and see what he has planned. Amen!
That is all I am going to bring to you today (and I know it was quick), but I felt that this was a good reminder that God is so good and sovereign. He is comfort, love and peace in hard times. I am learning to take it day by day. All prayers are appreciated. Thank you all for listening! I hope to be back again very soon in the summer to give lots of articles and book reviews but…
Until Next Time,
Peace Out, Lovers!