To Whom It May Concern:

Just take a deep breath because we’re all in the same boat, or ship wreck, for that matter. Following your religion, whatever that religion may be, is nowhere near as easy as it used to be when we lived under our parents’ roof. But, really, I think we could all use a little wake up call. So here it is.

Let’s stop making excuses.

I know that you’re busy with classes, jobs, midterms, girlfriends, frat boys, etc., but you’ve got to stop acting like there is no time for God in your life. There is always time. Right now, you’re reading this article and you could be spending this precious time praying. But don’t stop reading just yet. I know we all say that we will eventually get back on track because I find myself saying that all the time, but what better time than now? I don’t want you to feel guilty for the distance that you’ve created between yourself and God, but I do want you to find ways to fill that gap. Be creative.

Let’s talk about God.

Stop hiding under the covers like a baby. We’re in the real world now and the people outside of our little hometown bubble are nothing like us; they’re super different and kind of scary. But let’s stop denying our faith by staying quiet. Even though you may feel isolated because it seems like no one in college follows any kind of religious path, you have the opportunity to teach people what you believe in and stick up for all that you stand for. There’s nothing wrong with a little challenge.

Let’s rethink our priorities.

We live in a fast-paced, money-hungry world and we all get side tracked. It seems like we all envy celebrities and models and athletes more than God himself. But why? We have what many of those celebs don’t have and it’s time we realize it. We have the chance to live our lives through Him, money and fame aside. We are constantly being tempted to turn away from God because we’re human and we suck, but we always find our way back in the end. Having faith isn’t supposed to be easy, but it’s seriously the best part about living each day.

Let’s be more appreciative.

The big guy upstairs deserves at least a “thank you” every now and then. I mean, look around. This life is pretty sweet. Whether you’re religious or not, my goal is just to get ya’ll to think and reflect a little bit. So I think my work here is done.

Sincerely,

Your Guardian Angel

P.S. Your halo is showing. ;)