Before we head any further, take a moment to celebrate the fact thatyou have survived another semester!

This is no small accomplishment and you deserve to revel in your success. Regardless if you have completed your first semester of college or your last, you have put forth quite a bit of effort to be where you are today. Allow yourself to be proud of these moments and consider where these lessons have taken you.

But, while you are reflecting on the past few months and every crazy, wonderful, and sometimes terrible moment, be sure to also consider who supported you throughout this time. Of course, this means the friends, family, and other mentors who built up your support system, but we cannot forget who was there during it all.

Remember the nights you were frustrated as you studied into the wee morning hours? Or, the times you were upset because you did not achieve the grade you expected on an assignment or exam? Who consoled you and promised there would be a better tomorrow? He did.

Remember the days where it felt as if everyone was against you? You felt as though there was barely enough time to breathe, to complete all of your tasks and care for yourself appropriately. Who reminded you that you have the ability to accomplish anything you set your mind to? He did.

Remember how it felt when you overcame the obstacles of last semester? No matter how minor they ended up being, you experienced valid emotions over exasperating situations. Who knew and encouraged you that these struggles would pass?

God was with you every step of this semester. He was there to help you through the inevitable tribulations. He was there when you felt completely alone. And, He is here now to remind you what an incredible being you are. God loves you in every state of your life. No matter what emotions you are experiencing, He is with you.

Once again, congratulations on your success this semester. Your efforts have been noticed by the one who is always there.