After sending a few mass emails in order to answer the question "how are things in Chicago?!?" I figured I would just start a blog..I'm not sure just how consistent with it I will remain..stay tuned!
My move from the suburbs of Philadelphia has been such a testimony of the faithfulness and goodness of the Lord. I decided to leave Philadelphia Biblical University (located in the burbs) in order to attend Moody Bible Institute in the heart of downtown Chicago. Let me tell you..the location is definitely my favorite part so far. Sure my profs and friends are wonderful, but it is mostly through the city that God has begun to instruct my heart on how to become more like His...
As I look out my window I can see straight to the streets, where the homeless roam and the violent rage. Yet, even at a dignified Bible school, I am no different than they. I suffer from that same syndrome called the depravity of man. And the one and only thing that I can boast of is a work and a power within that I deserve no credit for. For this is the work and power of God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
I find myself excited to be here and to share this gift that was given to me..
One of my friends at PBU would encourage me with the words "Liann, excel still more". These words have stuck with me for their beauty and significance. There is something about pursuing righteousness that is so difficult, yet so hope-filled at the same time. Especially in this modern age of so much thought and confusion I often find myself swimming in questions and wrestling with wisdom's fine lines. It's sometimes so exhausting just to be! Yet, the Spirit-filled life is a life not lived in vain. And so, for the Kingdom's sake, I excel still more.
Liann, I was just thinking about you and how things were going. I will definitely be following this blog of yours. I'm glad to see what God is doing in you. I miss you my friend, but I'm glad you're where you're supposed to be.
ReplyDelete-Kyle