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I have found strength, in Him.

Rebuilding my relationship with Christ.

Shaina Wild
Sep 19, 2016
Austin Peay State University
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I have found strength, in Him.
Shaina Wild

The first month in college has been a whirlwind of emotions: depression, anxiety, homesickness, happiness, and excitement.

One of the biggest things that has helped me to get to a better state of mind, is rebuilding my relationship with Christ.

After joining Alpha Delta Pi, I was able to see that our sorority was based on Christianity views. I soon found sisters who shared my personal religious beliefs. It comforts me to know that my sisters value their relationships with Christ, just as much as I do. I reached out to one of the senior girls to get a recommendation of which church to go to since I am not from the area. We since have been going to church every Sunday together, as well as with other people from APSU.

Reestablishing my faith has taken a weight off of my shoulders. I have found peace by praying. I was reminded this past Sunday that God knows what you need before you even ask him. He provides for your needs. I often read my Jesus Calling book that my mother gave me, especially on my rough days. It is so interesting to see that each daily devotional speaks to what I am emotionally needing. The affirmations give me comfort and relief.

Going to church on Sunday's has impacted me so much. I always look forward to worshiping on Sunday's. God has been my rock through the thunderstorms in my life these past few weeks. He has brought me peace, and to my wonderful ADPi sisters. I believe that He brought me to my sisterhood for a reason. They've given me a home away from home and have helped me grow my relationship with Jesus.

The only thing I feel that is the most concrete in my life is my Lord and Savior. With Him, all things are possible.

I plan on working on dedicating time out of each day to pray and worship. I plan on continuing to strengthen my relationship with Christ, and bettering myself as a person because of Him.

I have found strength. I have found love. I have found peace.

I have constantly been reminded to "Keep The Faith," and that is exactly what I plan on doing


"And the LORD will be king over all the earth: in that day the LORD will be the only one, and His name the only one." - Zechariah 14:9

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