When I was doing my devotional time with Sacred Space today, the verses that popped up were Isaiah 55:10-12 which basically talk about the words spoken by the Lord not returning to Him until His purposes have been accomplished. Lest people say that the Word of God is outdated, this passage was what I needed to hear from God at this time when I am really trying to discern His will.

I went to talk to our Admissions person because he went to Luther (the school to which I would like to transfer) and he was really helpful in telling me what I had to do. Then he mentioned that the people from Admissions at Luther were visiting Capital University (the Lutheran school across the street) and asked if I possibly wanted to meet them. God has an amazing sense of timing… I met the Admissions people and will talk with them tomorrow afternoon so if you read this before 3:15 EST, keep me in your prayers — I’ll definitely need them. The really hard part of this was telling Dr. Ramseth. I think he and Carol really want me to stay and it’s ripping me apart inside because I really don’t want to hurt them but the Lord is telling me to move on. When I was praying during my devotional time, I did pray for them and that God would give them comfort and turn their hearts if they were fighting me going away. They promised to support me and I know they will; but I also know that they do care quite a bit about me and my decision isn’t the most pleasant for them, especially with the draft going on and the seniors being up-in-arms about where they will be assigned.

I cannot believe that I am actually excited (though also terrified at the same time) about taking a year off. The thought of it is bringing me through the stress of this quarter. I am continually amazed at the plans God has for me. Four years ago, I would never have dreamt that I would be sitting here in seminary instead of in medical school or still in college finishing up my B.S. in Biology. How God works in people just amazes me.

For you shall go out in joy, and be led back in peace; the mountains and the hills before you shall burst into song, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands. — Isaiah 55:12

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