Meant For More: The Multifaceted-ness of Your Calling
I’m just going to be honest with you, I cried to my mom about this just last week. I’m graduating in December and I’m not even close to where I would want to be. The career I want means I need to go to grad school, but I don’t feel ready to go or work in that career path yet. I was absolutely terrified that my parents would be so disappointed, but if you know my parents, they actually just told me to do what makes me happy.
I would describe myself as multi-passionate. Some things I want to do in life include: teaching English abroad, travel, interior or event decorating, and so many more things!
“So what’s next for you?”
This question has absolutely paralyzed me going into my last semester of undergrad. I do have an idea. I want to be a family counselor in the future. It’s something I’ve set my mind to since I became a sociology major. The thing is, I don’t want to do that just yet. It’s a career I want to settle with.
I’m (almost) 21 and I would like to believe I have so much more life left to live. What paralyzed me wasn’t the abundance of options for my future, it was the limits I set on myself. The expectations society has of me.
“For am I now seeking the approval of man or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ.”
Why was I putting a limit on what God could do for and through me? Heaven’s the limit! So, next time someone asks, I’ll say “I don’t know, but what I do know is that God’s got me no matter what.” I’m grateful for the opportunities that I have been and will be given.
There’s Power in Your Words
Lately, I’ve been hearing people talk about “manifesting” their goals and speaking them out into the universe. When I hear that, it sounds so limiting. Instead, I will speak words of life over myself to the Creator of the universe!
Thanks to my Ate D repeating it over and over again, I will never forget that my words hold power, especially when they’re backed by God.
In Isaiah 55, it emphasizes the Lord’s promises. Things will happen when and how God intended. Don’t speak words of doubt and self-deprecation over yourself. With Him, you are more than capable of achieving the dreams you set your mind and heart on.
Talk to God about what’s on your mind. The night I cried out of fear of my future, I decided to write down things I wanted to do, from simple goals to some really bold ones. I didn’t put a limit on myself. It felt so good to let go of the limitations I placed on myself.
“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”
After, I prayed over this list. Even if I don’t tick off everything, I know my God is good and He’s faithful. And it’s His Will, not mine, that should be done.
I will be the first to admit that I always like having a plan. But sometimes, that can be boring and our God is definitely not boring. Not knowing what’s next is both scary and exciting, I pray that you all continue to hone in on your talents and explore the avenues God has laid out for you. And as you discover your passions and God goals, nurture them through prayer and Godly fellowship.
As a reminder, BAE is a community and we want you all to reach out. If you need prayer, someone to vent to, anything, please don’t hesitate to contact us through our email or other platforms!
Praying for and loving you always,
Angeli <3