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Day 32 – Community
Upon arriving at Belmont last fall, I quickly realized that I could find community in many places – my dorm, classes, clubs and organizations, teams, at work, and even just in passing. However, I also quickly learned to choose carefully who I spend the most time around. Proverbs 13:20 speaks to this thought, discussing how those you surround yourself with will mold and form you. I am not saying to judge those you are around, but instead just check to see if you want to be like them. If the answer is no, you may want to rethink the friendship.
Along with learning to choose my friends wisely, I also recognized my need to define what I believed in, as you will likely do as well. My closest friends come from all over the country, different religions and different social class standings. We all believe and stand for different ideas and values, and I wanted to teach myself what I was firm on and I was willing to sway about. Explore what you believe. Don’t be afraid to ask questions about whatever is troubling or perplexing you. Belmont is filled with loving people just waiting to help you.
1 Corinthians 1:10 expresses the importance of being in one mind with each other. This verse is important, not only in finding community in a group of believers on campus, but also in a church. You may not have grown up in a church, or you may or may not be missing your home church. Whichever situation you find yourself in, know that you are not alone. I remember visiting at least five churches during my first semester before I made the decision to stick with one.
Your journey to find a church may be longer or shorter than mine, but make sure of one thing – you wholeheartedly believe what they are preaching and displaying. Don’t be afraid to leave if you are uncomfortable, but don’t be afraid to stay if you aren’t.
You’ve made it a month into your freshmen year at Belmont, and I am sure you are doing great. Just remember three things… Love the people you spend the most time with. Explore what you believe in. Don’t be discouraged while trying to find a church. It will all come together for you, I promise. You are in my prayers.
Paige Lauri | Sophomore | Undeclared
Upon arriving at Belmont last fall, I quickly realized that I could find community in many places – my dorm, classes, clubs and organizations, teams, at work, and even just in passing. However, I also quickly learned to choose carefully who I spend the most time around. Proverbs 13:20 speaks to this thought, discussing how those you surround yourself with will mold and form you. I am not saying to judge those you are around, but instead just check to see if you want to be like them. If the answer is no, you may want to rethink the friendship.
Along with learning to choose my friends wisely, I also recognized my need to define what I believed in, as you will likely do as well. My closest friends come from all over the country, different religions and different social class standings. We all believe and stand for different ideas and values, and I wanted to teach myself what I was firm on and I was willing to sway about. Explore what you believe. Don’t be afraid to ask questions about whatever is troubling or perplexing you. Belmont is filled with loving people just waiting to help you.
1 Corinthians 1:10 expresses the importance of being in one mind with each other. This verse is important, not only in finding community in a group of believers on campus, but also in a church. You may not have grown up in a church, or you may or may not be missing your home church. Whichever situation you find yourself in, know that you are not alone. I remember visiting at least five churches during my first semester before I made the decision to stick with one.
Your journey to find a church may be longer or shorter than mine, but make sure of one thing – you wholeheartedly believe what they are preaching and displaying. Don’t be afraid to leave if you are uncomfortable, but don’t be afraid to stay if you aren’t.
You’ve made it a month into your freshmen year at Belmont, and I am sure you are doing great. Just remember three things… Love the people you spend the most time with. Explore what you believe in. Don’t be discouraged while trying to find a church. It will all come together for you, I promise. You are in my prayers.
Paige Lauri | Sophomore | Undeclared
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This 40 day prayer plan was written by students, faculty and staff at Belmont University as a daily devotional for incoming freshmen. Each day guides and encourages new college students in their faith in Jesus Christ through the word of God and the sincere thoughts, seasoned advice and honest prayers of the contributing authors. May these words help you grow in your love for God and your love for others!
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