God has been present in my life, for as long as I can remember. I have seen Him heal, empower, and restore in my life in ways that I can't even begin to describe. I have been blessed by seeing His faithfulness in my life; now don't get me wrong I have seen Him move in the lives of others, I have seen His healing hand in others. But never have I ever seen Him ask someone to take step of faith quite as big as this, and then make Himself so abundantly clear in the situation.
My roommate, friend, and sister, Cori, as of yesterday, is going to East Asia for the summer. God has been doing a mighty work in her life for quite some time now. Recently she has come to the realization of God's call and understands she cannot say no to His plan, so that means she is taking the step of faith of giving up everything she has and is going to East Asia for 6 weeks. This decision does not come lightly; many obstacles have tried to stop this but God has overcome them all one by one. The very first obstacle was even getting on the project team. She's on. The next obstacle was the plane ticket, after God's hand at work, her plane ticket is secured. The final obstacle that we are waiting expectantly and patiently for is the financial situation. She has to raise almost $6000 by NEXT Sunday, May 19th, the day she leaves for her briefing. Most people would just run and say this is impossible, but we have already seen God move mountains in this situation, we absolutely trust that God is going to provide for this next challenge. He already knows how this is going to play out and she is just waiting in peace of knowing He will provide.
Sitting on the side lines watching her run towards the cross has been the biggest blessing I have ever experienced. For the first time in a long time the peace that passes all understanding is real to me again. I have seen the joy of the Lord, the satisfaction of God, and the overwhelming peace of God take control of her heart and mind in a way that just seems impossible. I am so excited for Cori and the opportunity of a life time that is being placed before her. God is already teaching me so much through the steps of faith He is calling Cori to take. How cool is that?
Friends, if you are reading this and you feel the urge to give to Cori's trip please email me @ emileyscott@yahoo.com - the deadline for the money is quickly approaching. We are trusting God to do big things, and would appreciate any support you may be able to give.
God is faithful, trust Him for the big things and the small things... I PROMISE you will be amazed at His goodness!
(This picture is of Cori and I)
“Life keeps moving whether we want it to or not.
It's the wheel of the world.” – Carrie Underwood
It seems as if my whole life has been building up to this moment. All of the
papers, quizzes, tests, and projects have all led me to this final thing.
Graduation. Who can really say I am ready? Am I really ready to be an adult? Am
I "qualified" in the work force eyes because I have a piece of paper
that says I have completed all things Lindenwood has asked me to do? Maybe; but
that's not all that of it. Life has brought me to an ending, but I choose to only
see this as a new beginning. I have experienced life in a multitude of ways. I have
rejoiced with others, cried with others, and walked idly through this life when
I should have been passionate. I have made my fair share of mistakes, I have
failed at things I have tried, but I have also succeeded well, I have pushed
through in ways people never expected me too. There is so much more out there,
and I want to go! I want to go see what this life has to offer, I want to jump
and fly. I want to experience the highs and lows; I want to see the beauty in
the ashes of this life.
I desire to make new friends, refresh the old, and love like there is no
tomorrow. I desire God to move in my life in ways that I haven’t yet
experienced. I want to walk in step with the Holy Spirit, in love and grace to
all that I encounter. I know this life is not mine, I am only given it for a
short while, and I don’t want to abuse the time I’m given. I desire to follow
Jesus for the rest of my life in big and passionate ways. I desire to not walk
idly anymore; I want to be passionate about everything for everything has been
created by the one who created me. I want to love with a heart that forgives
and gives again. I want to extend grace in ways the Father has given to me.
With only a week left of classes and then a few finals, I rest in the peace
of knowing God has the big picture, He has it all under control. I just have to
get up and follow.
A piece of paper will never give me worth, or eternal life; only my Jesus
can do that. Only can my Jesus define my worth and value and readiness in this
life. So thank you Lindenwood for giving me the piece of paper, after five long
years, it really is nice of you. But if you don’t mind I am going to take the
word and promise of life and faithfulness from the one who created all of this to
know I am READY to move on.
Life, here we go, I’m holding on to the Maker’s hand.
- Emiley
