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David Crowder is the man. I just had the urge to say that

It's been pretty tough being at college these first couple of days. I feel like I have just been stripped of everything that makes me feel comfortable and thrown into the lions den. my room. my friends. my mom doing the laundry. my own bathroom. personal space. The list goes on and on, and I miss everything. I haven't really found my niche where I am comfortable yet, except for when I see people from Hinsdale Central that I already know. I'm fairly shy so its been tough to force myself to go out and meet new people, though I have been able to do so.

However, no matter how uncomfortable I may feel, I am mostly enjoying my time though, and I know that I can be comfortable with the faith that I have in Jesus Christ, knowing that His plan for me is perfect. This is the one thing that can and will keep me grounded in a place that is just so unfamiliar to me right now. So while I am just waiting for three weeks to fly by where I can finally start to feel comfortable, I know that right now I can find my comfort in the unconditional love that God has for me. I know that this time will pass and I will be comfortable and uncomfortable many times, but the one thing that stays consistent is God's love and care for me. That is something I can find comfort in.

What I Learned While Watching TV

I watched T.V. a lot yesterday. Probably a good 4 or 5 hours. And while watching T.V., I came to many conclusions. For one, Jason Mraz is really cool, and I want to be like him. Ina Garten seems like a very calm and peaceful person to be around, but she doesn't have a big personality. One girl on Cupcake Wars was ditsy and did not deserve to win. I think it would be awesome to run a food truck. And finally, hoarders are crazy and I never want to be one.

Now this is a lot of conclusions, and also a lot of judgements. It's crazy to think of how many judgements I make everyday, and of course, its not always on T.V. personalities. However, this is an awful habit, as it prohibits me from loving people fully, no matter where they are at, showing them God's unconditional love and His boundless grace. Judging from some of my statements above, my love for some certainly can be conditional.

As I move forward into college, I think this maybe one of the most important habits I need to break, especially if I want people to see that I am a follower of Christ. It will be easy to make judgments of people I meet, both good and bad, that will inaccurately represent them, and I really just want to be able to love them.

My goal as I move forward into college is to love everyone where they are at, showing them God's unconditional and unending love for us.