I am a little over three weeks away from officially completing my program, and let me just tell you, it's an amazing feeling! Being on Regent's campus was such a wonderful experience, and I know without a shadow of a doubt that this is exactly how I was supposed to spend my last 10 months. I have learned, I have grown, and most importantly, I have gained a greater understanding of who God is and how he is at work in my life and in the world around me.
Now that I am (almost) done with my Master's, the age-old question of what next is coming at me from every which direction. I have some very big dreams and some very strong passions, but for now, I will just follow the breadcrumbs.
Over the last few weeks, I have been sending resumes all over the country. What a scary yet exhilarating feeling!! More often than not, I am being redirected to new ministries and new people to contact. Just as an example, my resume has made a paper trail from Virginia Beach all the way to Wisconsin! While nothing has led to a job, I feel myself going down a winding road that will lead me to somewhere beyond my wildest dreams. No, I have absolutely no idea where I am going next. No, I have absolutely no possible job leads at the moment. Yes, I do serve a God who is directing every step and will lead me to the right door. God has been telling me to just follow his breadcrumbs. No matter how many times I am directed and then redirected, I know that God is doing a work in my heart and life. I have no idea where this trail will lead, but I trust that God is faithful.
Do I have my anxious moments? Of course I do. I am only human. However, if I have learned nothing else, God seems to be much more about the journey than about the destination. I am thankful for the chance to gain a deeper understanding of the God I serve and to experience his little bits of encouragement along the way. Every new contact feels like a brand new horizon that has endless possibilities. I am looking out at the twisting, curving road ahead of me, and even though I do not know where I will land, the adventure is thrilling.
As I wait and trust, God is reminding me to be faithful in where I am. Being in Wichita is no mistake nor is it just something to tide me over. I am here for a reason, and for however long I am here, I want to make the most of every moment.
So, if you ask me what's next, some version of this post is what I will tell you. While it's nothing concrete, I know that the end result will be far beyond anything I could have ever dreamed. If you think about it, pray for me. Even though I know that God has this all under control, prayers act as support and encouragement in the times I need it most.
I'll keep you posted. :)
In Him,
Em
