For Teens...By Teens

So I know it has been a whie, but I am so busy with school and my volunteer job and soon to be actual job. Yes! God answered prayers when I need them most. I got asked to work in the after school program at the elementary school, and I said yes! Exciting news!

So...one Wednesday night at youth group, our new youth pastor asked each of us, if we wanted, to pick up this devotional called "Devozine." It is a devotion for teens by teens. It is a monthly/daily read and it started at the beginning of September and goes through October. While reading, I came across today and it really struck something with me. So I have decided to type exactly what it says to share with you guys just a little of what I am reading. So here it goes:


Day 5 (September 5):
In Psalm 32: 1-8, King David learns the importance of sharing the messy parts of life with God.

Messy Prayers
Often when I pray, I think I should tell God only the good stuff--the "churchy" or positive arts of my life, the things for which I am grateful. But I don't always feel positive. Sometimes I feel scared, angry, even mean. I used to think I should hide these feelings from God but God has been teaching me to share everything in prayer, even the parts of my life I don't like. I am learning to be gut-wrenchingly honest, telling God about my struggles, hurts, doubts, fears, even my questions about God. Being honest with God brings healing. I have noticed that when I am genuinely honest with God, I feel better. And I'm realizing that God wants to be involved in my life, not only during youth group or Bible study but in every aspect of my life--my dreams, my hurts, everything. I encourage you to invite God into your shameful secrets, your everyday boredom, your fear and anger. Give it all to God and be healed.


5 Second Prayer: God, please help me to share every aspect of my life with you, even the messy parts I'm tempted to hide. Amen.



This is so awesome! This is why I am reading this devotion. I really have been wondering and it is pretty awesome! Show God the messy stuff...he might actually like it!



On the other note, I am enjoying my volunteer job! It is really teaching me a lot about teaching and being around kids and I really feel like I am leaving footprints on the kids. One thing I have learned is that you have to be patient.

School I am volunteering at!

 

 

 

 

 

Also, the big 18 is coming up for me!!! October 2 will be here before you know it! Yay!

I love you and so does God!