It's the way you love me

When I'm feeling down and low I must call on the Lord to be my strength and let His joy be my strength. The power of prayer is phenomenal. I am amazed by the compassion that my loved ones have shown me since being here. Please continue to send mail! I can't begin to tell you how much I like receiving mail here, it's like Christmas morning every single time I open up a letter (I've received 3 thus far and each time it's been like Christmas morning with how it makes my heart feel). I am making this post asking that you pray for my strength. Kenna, my ever so compassionate girlfriend back in Denver, challenged me with James 1. I was feeling very low, and she challenged me to read James 1 and fully take it to heart. I want all of you to read James 1, and you will grasp somewhat of what I am going through and how I am feeling. I know that this is a trial that is getting me out of my comfort zone certainly, but I know that with perseverance comes joy and fruit from the labor and pain. I know that good fruit will come! Matthew 19:29 "And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters of father or mother or children r fields for my sake will receive a hundred times as much and will inherit eternal life."

 God has a plan for why I am here, and I have submitted to Him letting Him guide me as an instrument for Him. I will not give up on my hope because the God we serve is a faithful, compassionate God. I love you all and your prayers are more powerful than you believe!