Seeds

I was tired tonight- not just tired... exhausted.  I had bell choir rehearsal and then a class.  I was so tired I was tempted to skip the class.  But, I can't do it.  It's just not in my makeup to not go to something if I commit to it.  So, I went to rehearsal and then to the class.
And, I'm so glad I did!  As it's been since the class began, I come home feeling excited and enlightened by what I've learned and by what we've discussed.  Tonight was no different. 
I believe tonight was the beginning of something I've felt I've wanted to see for awhile now.  I see my youth group growing- both in numbers and in their faith.  (I believe the second is more important)  I see them hold each other accountable.  I see them ask questions and discuss their beliefs.  I see them sharing their faith with others both by inviting friends and by doing mission projects.  And, lately I've been hoping to see that in small groups in our church.  As I feel our church is growing in their faith, I think it's the perfect time to foster that with opportunities for more growth!  But, although I've felt strongly about wanting this to happen, I also felt it wasn't me that needed to start it- for several reasons.  So, tonight when it came up in class and I saw other people who want the same thing, I was excited.  And then when our student pastor offered to help explore it further to see what we can create, I was really excited!
The other thing I've learned while taking this class is something I already knew.  But, now I know why.  I know I am where I'm supposed to be- that this is where God wants me and where I've been growing spiritually more than before.  But, the more I learn about Methodism, the more I realize it's what I've believed all along.  No wonder I walked in there and felt at home.
We also talked about an Emmaus walk.  I know people who have done the Great Banquet, which is similar.  I think this is something I'd really like to do. 
So, where was God today?  He was at my class planting seeds that I hope will grow into something amazing!
2 Thessalonians 1:3
[ Thanksgiving and encouragement ] Brothers and sisters, we must always thank God for you. This is only right because your faithfulness is growing by leaps and bounds, and the love that all of you have for each other is increasing.
Blessings,
Jennifer