...And All The Time?

God is Good.

Last night was the first night in a long time that I had been able to have “Me Time”. My best friend was making fun of me (playfully, because that’s what she does) for spending a night to myself. College has me stretched thin enough to where I always have prior engagements: work, school work, sorority meetings, or family. So yesterday I decided would be different- I would binge watch Netflix, eat unhealthy food, and drink a frappucino from Starbucks. 

The night went all wrong. My Sonic mozzarella sticks weren’t hot, my Starbucks frappe was their experimental drink, and trust me, it was definitely an experiment gone wrong. I was almost back home to my dorm room when I realized I didn't have everything I needed for my Halloween costume. So I made a u-turn, went to Target and left empty-handed. A special trip all for nothing! The whole evening had turned into a disappointment. It was starting to rain, my car had less than a 1/4 tank of gas, and my “Low Tire Pressure” light came on.

The whole night I complained. I didn’t take into account anyone around me. Last night was supposed to be a selfish night, and it was indeed.

Selfishness... One of my worst traits.

But God loves me anyways.

I found out today that one of my family members was involved in a shooting. He works undercover with our state police to help people and save their lives. Last night (while I was busy absorbed in myself and only concerned about me) he was driving with a fellow agent of his and the agent was shot while sitting beside my step-dad inside the car. 

This is a terrible story, I know. But God used this tragedy to show me that while I am busy being a sinful human, He is out there protecting my family. 

I pray all the time that God keep me and my family safe. Even though it was raining and I was nearly out of gas and my tire was low on pressure, God got me home safely. Even though I was being selfish, God wrapped His arms around my family and kept them safe during this scary and dangerous situation. 

Today is a new day, and tonight I know that something bad could happen to someone I love. I know that bad things on this Earth happen. Bad things happen to good people. 

But our God is in control. He is protecting us and our loved ones. Even when things harm our family, God is still there to help us pick up the broken pieces. We are never alone, and God is watching over us even when we are selfish. Even when we are sinning and living in sin.

God is Good. All the Time.

And All The time? 

God Is Good

-sSm-

Welcome!

Hey, fellow Christians! Welcome to my first-ever blog post. I thought I would mention a vague background of myself, a testimony, and any plans I have for this blog.

Let’s jump right in!

So, my older sister and I were raised with divorced parents. My entire life, all I’ve known is mom and dad never coexisting. They didn’t get along, they weren't friendly towards each other, and before I knew it, my sister and I were stuck in the middle of everything. Although both of my parents remarried, that’s still not a mother-father home that is shown in the movies (a.k.a. every kid’s dream). 

When I turned 14, my sister and I began to live with each parent for one week; one week at Dads, the next week at Moms, and so on. 

For as long as I can remember, I have lived in fear of not having a strong marriage and environment for my children one day. Basically, I live in fear of divorce. (Is it hereditary?!) 

When I graduated high school, I decided it was time to become in control of my faith with God and religion. My sister kind of strayed away from the Path after graduating high school, and I lived (and still do in some ways) in fear that I would fall off of God’s Path, too. My first semester of college, I threw myself into a Christian Sorority, Sigma Phi Lambda. I am eternally grateful for this community because it has pushed me toward the strong Christian woman that I want to be. My faith has never been stronger, and I love the woman God is helping me to become.

(I’ve never given a testimony before, so I hope this is okay. Always feel free to 

ask me personal questions  about my faith, family history, and experience (or lack thereof!))

When it comes to what I expect out of this blog, I honestly don’t expect much. If I can reach out to one person, then it has been more than I could ever hope for. I think that at this stage, I am hoping this blogging experience will help me with my faith, quiet time, and my understanding of God’s Plan. 

I hope that this introduction is acceptable, and as I write this I pray for better English and grammar (haha!)

Thanks for letting me post this, and I can’t wait for God to change our lives!

❤️, 

sSm