My God is Awesome! (In the Literal Sense of the Word)

Bonjour Everyone!

Wow, can I just say, my God is incredible? I mean, you just can't beat Him. Looking over the first few weeks of school, I have seen Him working in mighty ways. Whenever I am anxious or worried, God reminds me He is God. If I am selfish, He reminds me of what a true servant is by the example of the Cross. If I make idols in my heart, He shows me He is the only one Who can truly fill. If I am tired, He shows me that He is my strength. If I'm not sure how a situation is going to work out, He does the unimaginable! And I am just a mere human. Yet He chooses to use me in His work, and I am so honored. I may fail at times, but He just smiles and points me in the right direction. He also disciplines me so that I remember that I shouldn't do that again.

I've been studying the universe recently in my Life and Earth class. It's just awe inspiring! Just the huge expanse that surrounds earth blows my mind! And yet God is small enough to dwell within the human heart. All I can do is praise Him and bless His name! I mean, beyond our solar system there are more stars and planets that compose the Milky Way galaxy (A spiral galaxy)! And that is among more galaxies that compose a cluster! And that cluster composes a super cluster! (Jaw drops in amazement) The distance between us and Jupiter is huge! And that's only half way through our solar system! I wish I could accurately describe all this, but there's just no way. And then you can go really small! There's elements, atoms, protons etc., quarks (different types), and then photons! And who knows what else there is! But that's as small as we've gotten. Just as we're not sure exactly how large the universe is, we're not sure how small the world can get either! I would encourage you all to study the universe some. It will truly amaze you, I promise. :)

Anyways, it's been an interesting first few weeks back to school. It's like going from one world to another! There's an odd feeling coming back as a Sophomore. I'm used to it now, and when I look at the freshman, I have to laugh. Was I really that insecure when I was in their place a year ago? I'm sure I was. That was a rough first few weeks, but it was worth it in the end! This year I am also applying for the cohort as well as taking eighteen hours this semester! I know, I'm crazy, but I don't have a choice at the moment. And God is good. He will take care of me. :) He's already been doing that in amazing ways these past few weeks. For example, He saved me from a potentially bad situation when it comes to funds, and I think He has a plan for a future roommate. I will let you all know how that works out!

I've been keeping in touch with a few of my Japanese friends since I left. I can't believe it's almost been a month! Another four days, and it will be! They're family now, so I like to talk to them occasionally and see what they're up too. My sweet "little sister" Joy left a message for me on my fb last night (since it was day there), and I had talked to her mom earlier that night. I've also been chatting with a few other friends and trying to keep up with the latest news. I hope to continue my Japanese studies this year. It's just not going to be easy due to the fact that I have a lot to do. I miss them though, and I hope I can see them again soon! Please keep them in your prayers as they seek to bring lost people into their church and present Jesus Christ to them. They also still need prayer for their financial crisis. A lot is going on, and they need a lot of prayer!

Peace to you all!

Keri Lynn