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Day 20 – Transition
Life is full of choices, and choices bring about change, so it’s safe to say that life is full of change, too. As time passes, we undergo many transitions—some big, some small. Transition can be nerve wracking and overwhelming, as it requires entering new territory, and being unfamiliar with something can be uncomfortable. The cool thing about stepping out of your comfort zone, however, is that God is comfortable with all of creation.
God is familiar with every piece of “new territory” we may come across throughout our lives. He doesn’t have to question what’s ahead, because he already knows. So why should we spend our time worrying about uncertainty when the One leading
us on this journey is the creator of the path we are taking? The Lord knows all the twists and turns you will face over these next four years here at Belmont, and He is here to guide you through them.
If we are willing to open our hearts to transition and ask for guidance, there is no need to worry about the changes that lie ahead of us because God has already drawn out our paths. So whether your fear of transition stems from uncertainty, lack of comfort or otherwise, take heart in the fact that our Lord is certain, He will comfort you and He will provide.
Your transition into college is one He has been anticipating to guide you through since before you were even born, and He is ready and excited to walk you through it now! Finally, I want to encourage you to reflect on 1 Samuel 2:2 which says, “There is no one holy like the LORD; there is no one besides you; there is no Rock like our God.” Notice that this analogy uses a rock as its subject and a rock is something that remains constant, always certain of its place and position. In the same way, our Lord will be constant in providing the guidance and peace necessary for you to transition into this new chapter
of your life successfully.
It is my prayer that you will allow Christ to guide you through the transition that you are now experiencing, and it is my promise that He will be your rock, your constant, in the midst of all the change. Welcome home, y’all.
RACHEL CRAIG | TT, Junior | Social Work major
Life is full of choices, and choices bring about change, so it’s safe to say that life is full of change, too. As time passes, we undergo many transitions—some big, some small. Transition can be nerve wracking and overwhelming, as it requires entering new territory, and being unfamiliar with something can be uncomfortable. The cool thing about stepping out of your comfort zone, however, is that God is comfortable with all of creation.
God is familiar with every piece of “new territory” we may come across throughout our lives. He doesn’t have to question what’s ahead, because he already knows. So why should we spend our time worrying about uncertainty when the One leading
us on this journey is the creator of the path we are taking? The Lord knows all the twists and turns you will face over these next four years here at Belmont, and He is here to guide you through them.
If we are willing to open our hearts to transition and ask for guidance, there is no need to worry about the changes that lie ahead of us because God has already drawn out our paths. So whether your fear of transition stems from uncertainty, lack of comfort or otherwise, take heart in the fact that our Lord is certain, He will comfort you and He will provide.
Your transition into college is one He has been anticipating to guide you through since before you were even born, and He is ready and excited to walk you through it now! Finally, I want to encourage you to reflect on 1 Samuel 2:2 which says, “There is no one holy like the LORD; there is no one besides you; there is no Rock like our God.” Notice that this analogy uses a rock as its subject and a rock is something that remains constant, always certain of its place and position. In the same way, our Lord will be constant in providing the guidance and peace necessary for you to transition into this new chapter
of your life successfully.
It is my prayer that you will allow Christ to guide you through the transition that you are now experiencing, and it is my promise that He will be your rock, your constant, in the midst of all the change. Welcome home, y’all.
RACHEL CRAIG | TT, Junior | Social Work major
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