Every semester in college is a little bit different – or sometimes very different. Most likely we have expectations for each semester, whether they are positive or negative. I have seen some of my friends face bitter disappointment when a semester did not live up to their expectations. When things do not go the way we anticipate, it is tempting to feel overwhelmed when unwelcome surprises come our way.
Coming back to school this semester, I had a “good feeling.” It was just a hunch, but I really felt as if this could be a great semester and even felt especially positive about my future in general. I still have hope that this semester can be good. I have, however, encountered an unexpected difficulty – and I really didn’t see it coming. I can see no way of avoiding it and am not entirely certain of what I can do to make the situation better.
Finally after reading a Facebook note, it occurred to me that even though this situation was a total surprise for me, God knew it was going to happen. That doesn’t mean it will be easy but it does give me comfort. I need to keep reminding myself that I have no idea what is going to happen in the future, but God does. It’s so simple yet so easy to forget. I’m just thankful that nothing surprises God or takes Him off guard.
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