College: My Mission Field.

College. Though it's not for everyone, it is what many here in my area are getting ready for. My classes start this Thursday, sometime this week I have an interview for a weekend nanny position... and thus my life begins. I actually enjoy being busy, so this is something I'm greatly looking forward to.

As I was thinking about how I'll need to keep priorities straight and fight to keep things in line this semester, I began thinking about how going to school is my mission.

Often times we receive support letters from missionaries going all over the nation and world, who are asking for prayer. Considering they are taking the example of Christ and the Light of salvation to some random corner of the world, we consider their requests and add their items to our list of things to pray for.

But, Every time we step into the world we are stepping into an area that should be covered in prayer. I may not be directly preaching the gospel with a bible in one hand and a tract in the other. But my example of love, kindness, acceptance, nurturing friendships and willingness to do... whatever I feel will glorify the Lord will be a testimony to whoever is effected or whoever sees.

So, this fall and this coming spring semester I will be going to Lansing Community College. Everyday I go to school is an opportunity for me to set an example of Christ's love and give Him glory though my everyday.

What I am requesting is this, will you consider adding LCC to your prayer list?

Specifically asking you to join me in prayer for

- The students

- The Professors

- All the Christians on campus

Missionaries in other countries are not the only ones who enter a world of those who are unknowing of His love. I'm just seeking to join in with some brothers and sisters in Christ to pray over the path I'll walk twice a week, until May. So, if you are interested in joining me in prayer for this college campus (whether it be once a day, once a week or once a month) send me a facebook message, an email or just leave a comment to let me know you are planning on praying. It's encouraging when others are willing to stand with you in prayer.

I know that this is an awkwardly worded post and perhaps it's not even very clear. I just thought that it would be an encouragement to maybe have some people join me in prayer for what is going to be a large portion of my life for the next few years. I know that through all my time on campus I'll be looking for opportunities to reveal the heart of God to the heart of man. So, will you join me in prayer?

~Jackie