Shine

You ever had one of those weeks that you just couldn't wait til it was over? It's been like that for me this week. I've had a ton of stuff to do this week school-wise, whether it be tests or just regular assignments and I've just got more coming up this next week. I know I only have to make it a few more days, but the end just feels so far away. I doubt I'd be able to make it if it weren't for the free moments I have when I get to hang out with you people. It's great having friends that help to alleviate the stresses of a hard week or two. So I guess this is my way of saying thanks.... Thanks :P

This morning at church was very interesting. Brother Rob posed a very interesting question and it just kind of stuck with me today as I've been frantically going about my activities. He told a story this morning about a woman who came to Broadmoor for the first time last week. I don't know her name or really anything about her other than she came because a friend invited her. She didn't realize that it would be her first and last time to attend Broadmoor. She was killed in a senseless act of violence last Tuesday. Through tears, Brother Rob revealed his thoughts, he wondered if he presented the gospel in such a way that she had an opportunity to respond, if she understood the love of God in such a way that she believed and accepted it. He said that he wished he knew if she responded, but there is only the hope that she did. I thought I would share this because it hit me pretty hard. I mean, do I live my life in such a way that, if I were to have one opportunity to show someone the love of Christ, would it be effective? Do I live my life for Him, so that others can see Christ in me? How many opportunities have I missed to share because of the things in my life that keep me from living perfectly in God's will? Just something to think about....