Subject: ministry.what do i do after highschool? |
Bible Note: Excellent question, Godgirl777! Ed gave you some excellent advice as well. Eight years ago, I was in the exact same position- just graduated from high school and immediately enrolled into a Christian college where I learned very many things about life, God, the Bible and myself. I realize that at this point you may be a bit skeptical, afraid of making the "wrong" choice, and thinking about your future. :) I was also like this, and I could also call myself a bit "reckless" at this point also. But I avoided the ministry like the plague!! My father is a minister and has always been. I remember the joy he felt when I told him that I was also studying for the ministry! I also remember the pain that crossed his face when he learned that I had indeed decided to transfer to a different school to pursue Computer Programming instead.. You must learn patience, my friend! Please don't jump to a conclusion just because that is 'what is expected of you'.. If feel that you are not suited or 'called' to be a pastor and to assume the demands of being a minister, then you should pray and ask the council of other Godly people who are older than you, so that the Lord can speak through their wisdom to tell you in what way you should go. I remember how I was at that age, and I just simply was not ready!! I had no idea at all the level of commitment that I needed, and I would have fallen flat on my face.. But the Lord has made me more mature now, and He has even made me into something of a person who could possible garner (or is now worthy of) some 'respect' from other people in spite of myself! I've learned to be a servant first, and it was not 'easy' I guarantee you. I've learned many things in these eight years that could only come through patience and time.. I've made my share of mistakes, lost many friends, and shown my stupidity time after time, only to show me where I was wrong and where I needed correction. And the Lord will show you those things about you also that you will 'need to know' before you assume this awesome responsibility of ministry! And the Lord will show you the path that you must take, my friend.. Has He failed to show you direction or to provide for you yet? Will He ever? Take care, my friend, and do not discount the awesome power of prayer!! Nolan |
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